Story Ideas

Presenting VisitBritain's look at the biggest topics and trends across Britain right now! You can also discover new hotel openings and refurbishments in the Accommodation Update, and the latest restaurant launches in the Taste Update – all designed to whet the media’s appetite!

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Let The Music Move You (Around England)

Tuesday 04 April 2023

Liverpool is hosting the Eurovision Song Contest on behalf of Ukraine this May, providing the...

Fluffly dog, wagging it's tongue, sitting on grass

5 Diverse Prince’s Trust Businesses to Support

Tuesday 07 March 2023

The United Kingdom is preparing to celebrate a historically anticipated moment – the Coronation...

Drag performer Baby Lane posing at Bristo Square, Edinburgh during the Fringe Festival 2022.

See Britain through a Queer Eye in 2023 - Shows and Events not to be missed

Thursday 09 February 2023

This year’s calendar is jam-packed with events, exhibitions, shows and quirky activities....

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Quirky British Afternoon Tea Experiences for a Taste of Something Different

Thursday 09 February 2023

Britain is the home of the afternoon tea and there is a range of experiences, delicious treats...

Three mature cyclists taking a break looking out to sea at sunset on a clifftop

10 Reasons to Visit Britain in 2023

Thursday 05 January 2023

Story ideas highlighting major events, new attractions, new trends in the UK in 2023

Couple on the portico of London's National Gallery with Trafalgar Square and Nelson's Column in the background.

Britain’s best exhibition’s and theatre shows

Friday 11 November 2022

From multi-sensory experiences and pioneering exhibitions to world-renowned theatrical...

Server pouring a drink for the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea at One Aldwych, image credit One Aldwych

Like Britain’s food, love these gastronomic experiences

Thursday 20 October 2022

Visitors can look to a fully loaded burger from a bustling food market, or embark on a wild food...

DJ playing to people in Manchester's Depot Mayfield at Manchester Craft Beer Festival

Manchester’s Cultural Evolution

Sunday 16 October 2022

England’s northern gateway is all about reinvention, and the city’s transformation is at full...

Two men on mountain bikes cycling at Devil - credit VisitBritain/Nadir Khan

How to see things differently in Britain in 2023

Friday 14 October 2022

Musical extravaganzas, captivating cultural hubs and a right royal occasion are just some of the...

Outside on the roof terrace of The Culpeper, London. With the city in the background.

Alfresco dining in Britain's cities

Monday 15 August 2022

Let visitors feast on a fat menu of Britain’s imaginative alfresco settings. Dine in urban...