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.
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 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.
A sea of poppies is coming to Chelsea Flower Show
The Chelsea Flower Show 2016 in London will feature a sea of 300,000 handmade poppies in the grounds on Royal Chelsea Hospital to remember those lost in conflict.
The Queen’s birthday extravaganza starts tonight
A four-day birthday party fit for HM The Queen gets underway at Windsor Great Park this evening, featuring more than 900 horses and1,500 participants from around the United Kingdom.
Don’t miss a chance to explore Museums at Night
The spring season of Museums at Night starts today with more than 500 events taking place across the country as museums – from great national institutions to small and quirky – open their doors after hours.
17th-century fire engine restoration marks Great Fire of London
A 17th-century fire engine has been restored to its original glory as part of its forthcoming exhibition, Fire! Fire!, which will commemorate the 350th anniversary of the Great Fire of London this September.
Out now: BRITAIN 2016 Guide
Our BRITAIN 2016 Guide brings you best of what’s happening this year, as well as the unmissable locations and attractions on any visitor’s must-see list.
Poppies in Orkney mark the Battle of Jutland
The Tower of London poppies are now spill dramatically from a small window at St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall, in Orkney in Scotland to mark the anniversary of the Battle of Jutland.
Three new portraits mark the Queen’s 90th birthday
New official photographs of the Queen have been released to mark her 90th birthday today.
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