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Harry Potter filming locations

To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the beloved Harry Potter books, Chris Beanland takes a tour of some of the Harry Potter filming locations in the UK;...

Tower Bridge over the River Thames in London

When Tower Bridge opened in 1894, it was called a 'childish structure'. Now it is the focus of one of the most iconic views...

As part of this summer's Platinum Jubilee celebrations, magnificent jewellery from Her Majesty The Queen's personal collection will go on display at Buckingham Palace,...

Central London’s disused Tube stations make for some of the capital’s most iconic film sets, says Jenny Rowe Disused Tube stations in London The London Underground...

Charles Dickens Museum

How better to experience the rich traditions of a Victorian Christmas than in the home of the author of A Christmas Carol? Discover Britain looks...

Westminster Abbey and the River Thames. The London Eye in the background. Credit: Visit Britain

As we honour Queen Elizabeth II's life we look back at the weddings of the members of the Royal Family who got married at...

If you’ve ever wanted to take a tour of the Houses of Parliament but have been unable to make the trip to London, we’ve...

Afternoon tea at Mondrian London

Martha Alexander samples some of London's best afternoon teas, from the classic to the contemporary Tea. It is our national obsession: we drink 165 million cups...

Westminster Abbey, Westminster, London, England. Credit: Copyright: Julian Elliott Photography

A coronation church since 1066, Westminster Abbey encapsulates the best of our nation’s history yet remains a vibrant hub and ‘Royal Peculiar’ If Westminster Abbey...

Royal Albert Hall

With more visitors a year than Venice, South Kensington, dubbed "Albertopolis" for its links to Prince Albert, is the home of science, art and...