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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!

Aerial image of The Eden Project, a travel destination and ecological park, an educational visitor attraction in a series of dramatic biodomes. They have the world's largest rainforest in an enclosed space. Credit to VisitBritain/ Jason Hawkes

Sustainable experiences via the Night Riviera Sleeper train

Monday 02 August 2021

Connecting London Paddington to Penzance, the Night Riviera Sleeper train is an eco-friendly way...

Rear view of woman and dog in a rowboat on the River Avon, Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire, England.

Off the beaten track in Britain

Monday 23 November 2020

Britain is a patchwork of historic cities, expansive landscapes and picturesque villages, making...

Foel Fenlli, Vale of Clwyd, on the Offa's Dyke Path.

Boats, bikes and automobiles: breathtaking ways to tour Britain

Friday 30 October 2020

From a landmark-filled voyage along the River Thames to road-tripping through Scotland’s awe-...

Stonehenge is a large henge or stone circle in Wiltshire, and an internationally recognised travel destination. Huge standing stones were dragged to the site and placed in the landscape in the era 2,500 BC. It is a UNESCO world heritage site.

Shedding light on Stonehenge and the summer solstice

Wednesday 17 June 2020

Stonehenge is synonymous with celebrations for the summer solstice, the longest day of the year...

Bamburgh Castle, Northumberland, England.

10 reasons why Britain’s brilliant in 2020

Thursday 24 October 2019

An exclusive preview of what’s hot in 2020 in Britain and why you should be planning your trip...

The Best Tipples of South West England

Tuesday 07 August 2018

England's South West is famous for its scenic villages and dramatic coastline, but it’s also...

Foodie focus on… Cornwall

Wednesday 13 June 2018

The south-western corner of England is a slice of foodie heaven. From mouth-watering local...

Bristol: England’s urban art capital

Monday 21 May 2018

This summer, Upfest – Europe’s largest street art and graffiti festival – returns to its home in...

Luxury that doesn’t cost the earth in south-west England

Wednesday 16 May 2018

Sustainable tourism is a hot topic right now, as the fight against plastic pollution gains...

7 British festivals foodies you should visit in 2018

Monday 14 May 2018

Let the British food festival season begin! Come for the amazing food and world-renowned chefs...