Inspiration

The enchanting landscape and intriguing heritage of Britain has inspired kings, queens, authors, poets and artists for thousands of years, owing to its rolling hills, crystal-clear lakes, rugged coastline and beautiful ancient monuments.
Boasting 29 UNESCO World Heritage sites, hundreds of dramatic castles and some of the most stunning countryside in the world, it’s little wonder that millions of visitors fall under Britain’s spell every year.
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Crown Jewels of England: The etiquette of what to wear

Royal crowns, robes and ceremonial regalia have been kept at the Tower of London for more than 600 years. Do you know what items of the Crown Jewels of England should be used when? In...
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The King’s coronation 2023: Everything you need to know

With the excitement building and the countdown beginning for the King's Coronation, we're bringing you everything you need to know before the big day. We'll be updating this page with information about the King's coronation...

Emmeline Pankhurst figure revealed at Madame Tussauds for International Women’s Day

A figure of leading Suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst has today joined Madame Tussauds to celebrate International Women's Day, 120 years since she co-founded the ground-breaking Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU) Feminist trailblazer and political activist...

Famous houses in literature in Britain

We tour the ‘real’ Brideshead, and stop off at other locations thought to have inspired the most famous houses in literature in Britain Words: Eleanor Doughty Famous houses in literature: Castle Howard The tale of Brideshead Revisited,...

Top 10 spring gardens in Britain

The days are get longer and winter is starting to fade and flowers come into bloom, so we’ve select the top 10 spring gardens around the UK for you to visit.
BRITAIN

Your March/April issue of BRITAIN is here!

Welcome to our spring issue of BRITAIN, in which we bring you a host of features to put a spring in your step Welcome to the March/April issue of BRITAIN! This issue we take a...
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Snowdonia National Park: Here be dragons

The wild and magical landscapes of Snowdonia National Park in North Wales are steeped in myth and legend. Here, we explore more... Wales has a strong storytelling tradition, and every schoolchild knows by heart the...
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Sir Christopher Wren: Life and legacy

Christopher Wren – astronomer, mathematician, physicist and inventor – is best known as the architect of St Paul’s Cathedral, one of Britain’s most iconic buildings  Words: Neil Jones Sir Christopher Wren's legacy One evening in 1723 a...
Queen Charlotte

Queen Charlotte: Ahead of her time

Queen Charlotte is set to feature in a new Netflix series this spring, and she is really having her time in the limelight – but what was Britain’s longest-serving Queen Consort really like? Words: Felicity...
essex

Essex: From vibrant coastline to picturesque countryside

Essex is the perfect place to get away from it all. Situated on the doorstep of London the county offers a vibrant coastline and picturesque countryside. Sponsored post Escape to Essex to explore, experience and enjoy...
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If you enjoy finding out more about our country’s rich history, then you’ll love BRITAIN magazine – the official magazine for VisitBritain.

Every issue is packed with our inspirational photography, fascinating features, shopping and travel advice.

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