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!

Urban Greening

Wednesday 09 March 2022

The appreciation of local green and natural spaces has increased significantly particularly...

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Light display in River of Lights, Liverpool - Marketing Liverpool

How to discover another side of Liverpool

Tuesday 08 March 2022

Liverpool is the birthplace of legends, famed for its music, museums and maritime heritage – and...

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Friends enjoying the Skuna Boat hot tub experience - credit VisitBritain/Jacob Niblett

Discover another side of Britain

Tuesday 08 March 2022

From the heights of Big Ben to the jewels of the Tower of London, we’re famous for our icons,...

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Friends kayaking on the Thames in front of Tower Bridge

Experience outdoor adventure in Britain’s cities

Tuesday 08 March 2022

In Britain’s cities, the great outdoors is closer than visitors might think. Our urban spaces...

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Group of people walking along Up at the O2, London

Uncovering another side to Britain’s iconic locations

Tuesday 08 March 2022

Why simply sightsee, when visitors can experience Britain's icons up-close? From climbing the...

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Group of people paddle boarding on the river thames, Richmond, London - VisitBritain/Matthew Williamson Ellis

There’s a ‘Spring’ in UK cities’ steps

Tuesday 09 March 2021

Known as a time for new life, sunnier days, and a renewed sense of self, spring is on its way...

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V&A Dundee, Scotland

9 cultural exhibitions for 2021

Monday 08 March 2021

Britain’s cultural calendar is packed with world-class exhibitions in 2021, and with 15 April...

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A riverside cottage in Dentdale, Yorkshire Dales National Park. The river Dee and a historic stone bridge

Yorkshire Dales named Europe’s top National Park

Tuesday 26 January 2021

The Yorkshire Dales has been named Europe’s top National Park in a new category of this year’s...

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Bristol Harbourside. Credit to Paul Box/Visit Bristol

Unexpected outdoor experiences in British cities

Monday 21 December 2020

Wild swimming ponds in London, modern sculptures on Liverpool’s coast, or street art trails in...

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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...

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