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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...

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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...

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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...

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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,...

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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...

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Christmas light display above traffic on Regent Street, London, England.

Picturesque Britain as seen on the festive silver screen

Tuesday 13 October 2020

From quaint snow-covered cottages to regal central squares, Britain’s towns and villages have...

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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...

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Cabin at The Quiet Site, Cumbria.

Get back to nature: Accommodation off the beaten track

Monday 03 August 2020

From thatched cottages with toasty open fires to cosy eco-lodges complete with wooden sauna and...

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10 amazing outdoor summer activities in Britain

Monday 24 February 2020

Whether visitors are lovers of land or sea, Britain has a summer activity for everyone. From...

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Experience Britain’s animal magic this spring

Thursday 16 January 2020

The spring sees Britain burst awake from its winter slumber, welcoming new animal arrivals and...

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