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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!

A female musician performing at a music concert.

UNESCO City of Music Triangle

Thursday 04 May 2023

Britain has always been seen as a great destination for music and it is no wonder it has three...

Bond-inspired Itinerary - Scotland

Monday 27 September 2021

As the location of one of James Bond’s homes, the rugged landscapes and waters of Scotland...

View accross Loch Ness, Inverness, Scotland. Credit to VisitBritain/Peter Beavis

Sustainable experiences via Scotland’s Caledonian Sleeper train

Monday 02 August 2021

Taking passengers from London to some of Scotland’s top destinations, the Caledonian Sleeper...

Aerial photograph of Wembley Stadium and Brent, London Borough of Culture 2020

Celebrate Britain's footballing heritage

Tuesday 01 June 2021

As the birthplace of modern football, Britain is awash with clubs and museums which celebrate...

1917 showcases Britain at the 2020 Oscars

Tuesday 14 January 2020

It has been another remarkable year for film in Britain, a buzz reflected in the wave of...

Where to find the best post-Christmas sales in Britain

Tuesday 06 November 2018

Coincide your visit to Britain during one of the major sales seasons and you could make huge...

The World of Mr Banks

Wednesday 17 October 2018

The world of ‘banks’ is at the very heart of the story of Mary Poppins; aside from the magical...

Annual events in Britain - 2019

Wednesday 10 October 2018

From traditional and tasty to cultured and quirky, there are thousands of events of all...

TASTE October 2018

Tuesday 02 October 2018

This edition of TASTE brings you VisitBritain's latest round-up of new restaurant openings and...

60 minutes from… Edinburgh

Monday 18 June 2018

If you’re coming to Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh, to enjoy one of its many festivals, you’ll...