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With thousands of years of history and culture, there is so much to see and do in Britain that it’s essential to plan ahead. From its castles and cathedrals, stately homes and gardens, to its coastline and countryside, Britain really does offer something for everyone. Use the search below to locate your own favourite attractions and events, or take a look at our Editor’s choice for those we particularly recommend.

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Major expansion at two London museums Mar 3, 2010

THE LONG-AWAITED refurbishment of two of London’s most prestigious museums, the Jewish Museum in Camden and the Museum of London at the Barbican, has put them top of visitors’ what-to-see list this spring.

Burn your boats at the Jorvik Viking Festival Feb 16, 2010

Don't miss the dramatic finale to this year’s 25th anniversary JORVIK Viking Festival at York Racecourse on Saturday (20 February).

Paul Nash: The Elements Feb 16, 2010

ONCE NOTORIOUS as an English surrealist, Paul Nash is now one of the country's most respected modern British artists. Dulwich Picture Gallery is showing 60 of his finest works.

Sir Richard Branson joins with RAF Museum London to honour Battle of Britain hero Feb 12, 2010

IN THE YEAR of the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, Sir Richard Branson narrates the podcast on Battle of Britain ace Douglas Bader, on the centenary of the pilot's birthday.

Daleks go under the hammer Feb 3, 2010

Models and costumes from Dr Who are going under the hammer at Bonhams in London. You could give the shirt on your back to buy the shirt off David Tennant's in this sale of BBC memorabilia – or it might be a bargain!

The 90s are vintage at Selfridges Jan 12, 2010

AS WE ENTER a new decade, London superstore Selfridges takes a look back at the now 'vintage' era of the 1990s. Its Concept Store (open instore until 29 Jan) showcases the most coveted items designed and produced between 1990-1999.

Hear the call of the Vikings in York Jan 12, 2010

HUNDREDS OF VIKINGS descend on the city of York each year for the renowned JORVIK Viking Festival. This year – the 25th anniversary – a brutal battle on 20 Feb forms the finale. Do not miss it!

A celebration of the art of Scottish Colourists Dec 10, 2009

Scottish Colourists at the Fleming Collection

TO CELEBRATE its 10th annversary as a charity, The Fleming Collection is holding a series of exhibitions in 2010, starting with a fabulous display of all its Scottish Colourist paintings.