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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!

The Royal Albert Hall, London. A round concert hall and memorial to Prince Albert, built by his Queen Victoria, in the 19th century

Celebrating 150 years of the Royal Albert Hall

Wednesday 31 March 2021

London’s legendary Royal Albert Hall is celebrating 150 years of performances in 2021, with an...

City Social Restaurant, London, England. Dining table with place settings and wine glasses

Incredible chef’s table experiences in Britain

Tuesday 23 March 2021

From bespoke menus to plush private rooms, chef’s table experiences provide a tantalising...

Delamere Forest in Cheshire

9 enchanting forests and arboretums in Britain

Monday 15 March 2021

Whether whizzing along woodland trails, embracing a loch-side stroll or enjoying the view from a...

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...

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...

Discover some of Britain's fantastic flower shows

Monday 01 March 2021

From RHS Chelsea and RHS Hampton Court to the delightful lesser-known shows that take place up...

Front view of Chatsworth House with hills behind, Peak District, Derbyshire, England.

7 stately homes with incredible gardens

Monday 01 March 2021

Britain’s stately homes offer a true taste of horticultural grandeur and whether visitors dream...

Aerial view of the Paradise Garden at RHS Bridgewater

Bursting into bloom: Britain’s brilliant RHS Gardens

Monday 01 March 2021

The Royal Horticultural Society are the experts behind some of Britain’s most impressive gardens...

The city of Bath, a UNESCO historic world heritage site, and a town full of visitor attractions. Georgian architecture. Houses made from the locally quarried Bath stone.

11 Bridgerton-themed tours in Britain

Monday 22 February 2021

The record-breaking Netflix series Bridgerton has inspired audiences around the world to dream...

Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden, a major attraction for visitors to St Ives. the workplace and home of the famous 20th century atrist and sculptor Barbara Hepworth. A couple, man and woman in the gardens, examining the sculptures and bronze i

Experience Britain through women's history

Monday 08 February 2021

Britain’s history is laden with contributions from outstanding women who helped to shape the...