Places of Interest

The Bayeux Tapestry, Battle of Hastings

October 14 this year marks the 950th anniversary of this cataclysmic event. Ahead of the celebrations we have unearthed seven facts you may not know about this famous event.

Wye valley, autumn

A hidden gem spanning England and Wales and the three counties of Herefordshire, Gloucestershire and Monmouthshire, Wye Valley and Forest of Dean is beautiful any time of year but, in autumn, its rich landscape comes alive with spectacular colour.

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Discover the top 11 House of the Dragon and Game of Thrones filming locations in the UK. Visit them now and immerse yourself in...

The Channel Islands are fringed with beautiful beaches, lapped by clear waters, teeming with wildlife, and rich in history, and yet remain relatively under-visited. Henrietta Easton...

Houses of Parliament, London. Credit: Philip Hall / Alamy

London’s Victorian landmarks are among the capital’s most iconic sights. Alice Rush picks five of the most famous Trafalgar Square Although its name and most famous...

St Paul's Cathedral. Credit: VisitBritain

The most famous fire in history, the Great Fire of 1666 is part of British folklore. Here we round up 10 fascinating facts about the Great Fire of London.

The bronze plaque at the entrance to Advocates Close on Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile. Credit: Ian Rutherford / Alamy

Edinburgh is currently one of the UK's most in-demand destinations, and here Florence Sheward discovers hidden Edinburgh, the lesser known highlights of the Scottish...

WInchcombe

Winchcombe is a quintessential English town that won't disappoint, with timbered inns, independent shops, views of the Cotswolds Hills and a beautiful castle nearby Words Olly...

Osborne House may be the best known of the Isle of Wight’s stately homes, but the island was favoured by well-connected families long before the Victorians made...

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;...