The Real Alice in Wonderland
The curious tale of the girl who inspired one of the world’s most famous children’s books
Were it not for Alice Pleasance Liddell, we might never have known of the madcap world of Wonderland, where...
Secrets of Bletchley Park: Second World War codebreakers
Bletchley veteran Pat Davies looks back at her time working for Station X, the hidden home of the Second World War codebreakers
For decades, Pat Davies kept her wartime secrets to herself, not sharing her...
St Michael’s Mount: the myths and the magic
It’s only a few minutes from mainland Cornwall, but the tiny island of St Michael’s Mount seems like a world away
St Michael’s Mount, a tiny island 500 metres off the coast of Cornwall, was...
Stunning photos of Snowdonia
Discover Snowdonia, the ancient heart of Wales – a land rich in myths and legends
The Snowdonia National Park takes its name from the tallest mountain in Britain outside Scotland – Snowdon. Formed by volcanoes and...
Stephen Hawking’s schooldays in St Albans
Following the sad news of his death, we visit the place where Stephen Hawking received his early education – the town of St Albans, 20 miles north of London
Stephen Hawking is renowned throughout the...
The Punchbowl Mayfair: dine in one of London’s oldest pubs
It may be imbued with history but there is nothing outdated about this classy gastropub, hidden in well-heeled Mayfair
The Punchbowl Mayfair is not the most conspicuous of places – you’re hardly likely to stumble...
When was Big Ben built? The history of London’s biggest icon
It is a symbol of London the world over, but do you know the origins of Big Ben? If you’ve ever asked yourself, ‘when was Big Ben built?’ then read on for a potted...
Top things to do in London in 2018
Make the most of your time in the capital this year. Try to squeeze as many of these top things to do in London into your visit as possible
Whisper sweet nothings in St Paul’s...
Visit Great Britain: flights, visas and travelling around
Want to visit Great Britain and see our castles, palaces, stately homes, famous landmarks and ancient sites for yourself? Then follow our guide to visiting Britain and start planning your itinerary.
With the busiest airport...
7 best places for afternoon tea in the Cotswolds
From the best cucumber sandwiches to the daintiest cakes, we've picked some of the most charming spots in the Cotswolds for the most British of pastimes
Afternoon tea originated in the Victorian era as a way...