England

England became a unified state in AD 927 and, since the 15th century, has had a significant impact on the wider world, developing the English language, the Anglican Church, and English law – the basis for the common law legal systems of many other countries around the world. Its beautiful and varied countryside is interspersed with quaint villages and cosmopolitan cities including the capital, London.

It’s time to discover the other Dickens

A new exhibition at the Charles Dickens Museum in London aims to debunk the myths surrounding the life of the writer’s wife, Catherine Dickens.

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Get a tour of the West End from Sir Ian McKellan

Get an intimate tour of London’s West End with one of Britain’s greatest actors, Sir Ian McKellan, as he turns guide with the help of a new app.

Bristol Old Vic, theatre

Bristol Old Vic to celebrate 250th birthday in style

To mark the extraordinary survival of the unique Bristol Old Vic theatre and its 250-year love affair with the city that built it, a momentous weekend of celebrations are planned from 28-30 May.

The Arch, London, Hotels

Review: The Arch London, Marble Arch, London

Boutique hotel The Arch London is nested away in the elegant heart of London where it mixes historic charm and contemporary class.

Highclere Castle

Video: Downton Abbey star on filming at Highclere

Downton Abbey executive Producer, Gareth Neame and star actor Hugh Bonneville discuss filming at Highclere Castle and explore the massive global appeal of the show’s quintessential Britishness.

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Review: Steam Dreams Cathedrals Express

Clare White steps into the age of steam on this amazing and elegant adventure on a train journey from London to Chester which is the very essence of a British experience.

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Discover Wirral’s star quality for the perfect short break

Enjoy 50 miles of beautiful walks, 22 miles of breathtaking coastline, award-winning attractions and accommodation… even a Michelin-starred restaurant.

Discover the Freud Museum in Hampstead, London

To step through the front door of 20 Maresfield Gardens in picturesque Hampstead is to enter the world of Freud and his exploration of psychoanalysis.

Shakespeare, son et Lumiere

Shakespeare lights up London

A spectacular light show, Shakespeare Son et Lumière, will celebrate the bard’s links with London.

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Stars line up for Henley Festival

World-famous performers set to wow crowds at the UK’s most glamorous boutique festival at Henley on Thames.