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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!

Northumberland National Park, Northumberland, England

Top 5 drives for a dream tour of Britain

Wednesday 30 June 2021

Looking forward to the freedom of the open road? Here are five British road trips ready for...

Traditional Cotswold stone houses in the village of Castle Combe on the village high street.

Britain's beautiful villages

Monday 30 November 2020

Britain’s many charming villages offer a chance to retrace hundreds of years of history and...

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...

Bala Lake and the Aran Hills in the Snowdonia National Park. Elevated view over the landscape in autumn.

Introducing North Wales

Monday 23 November 2020

From legendary castles and fascinating aqueducts to dazzling hikes and picturesque lighthouses,...

Honister Cliff Camping Credit: Honister Slate Mine

New Year, New You - 10 top resolutions for 2021 in Britain

Wednesday 28 October 2020

From detoxing in style to reconnecting with nature, Britain is bursting with new and inspiring...

Clifton Suspension Bridge with hot air balloons

Stunning British countryside that surrounds cities

Tuesday 01 September 2020

Britain offers a delightful combination of urban hotspots and countryside spaces, many of which...

Top destination stories for 2019

Wednesday 10 October 2018

2019 is almost here! Here are the top destination stories for what you can look forward to...

Back with a bang! Where to celebrate Bonfire Night in Britain

Thursday 04 October 2018

If you’re travelling in Britain on or around 5 November, you’ll have the chance to experience...

9 reasons to visit Scotland’s islands in autumn and winter

Thursday 27 September 2018

With more than 790 offshore islands (around 95 are inhabited), Scotland is a perfect destination...

Road trip – England’s North West

Tuesday 18 September 2018

As the autumn months roll round, thoughts turn to brisk walks in a countryside ablaze with...