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At the Golden Globes 2025, Britain’s iconic film locations were proving they deserve their moment of fame too.

Photo by: East Sussex,Brighton & Hove,West Sussex LVEP/James Ratchford

Location: Seaford, England

A couple walk together on a headland with white chalk cliffs in the background.

2025 is shaping up to be a royally exciting year, with an array of events that offer a glimpse into British traditions and royal life.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Martin Ritchie

Location: London, England

Men in ceremonial uniform riding horses towards a large historical building and a Ferris wheel

Britain’s flower shows and gardens are set to dazzle visitors with a rich tapestry of blooms and garden artistry in 2025.

Photo by: VisitBritain/J Baxter

Location: Kew, England

Woman going up the staircase in a large glass house filled with plants

Here are the exhibitions and theatrical productions set to take centre stage in 2025.

Photo by: Visit Peak District & Derbyshire/Tony Pleavin

Location: Derby, England

A woman and a man stand looking at an exhibition

As the sporting calendar heats up in 2025, Britain is set to be a playground for sports enthusiasts, with a thrilling lineup of events.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Andrew Pickett

Location: Goodwood, England

People in a grandstand watching a vintage sports car race

Britain’s gastronomic scene is livelier than ever, and its food festivals are where it all comes to life.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Pinzutu/Andrew Hood

Location: Edinburgh, Scotland

Whisky being poured from a barrel in a shop

East Anglia named in Lonely Planet ‘Best in Travel’ list for 2025

Photo by: VisitBritain/Rod Edwards

Location: Wells-next-the-Sea, England

Beach huts on the beach at dusk

Experience Britain differently with these winter experiences in 2024.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Rama Knight

Location: London, England

Couple in front of a pub entrance covered with Christmas decorations

Twinkling lights, festive traditions and the comforting charm of cosy gatherings in picturesque settings – all enchanting elements captured in British Christmas films.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Scott Salt

Location: Glasgow, Scotland

Couple walking along a cobbled street at night hung with fairy lights

From Manchester to London, Birmingham to Edinburgh, here are some of the standout Christmas markets to visit across Britain in 2024.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Andrew Pickett

Location: Cardiff, Wales

Two women standing in front of a Christmas market stall

With a full calendar of events and cultural highlights, 2025 offers a chance to see Britain differently…

Photo by: Jennifer McCord

Location: England

Crowd in front of the main stage at a music festival

Bradford’s UK City of Culture 2025 programme offers an exciting opportunity for international visitors to experience the city’s rich cultural heritage, diversity and dynamic arts scene.

Photo by: VisitBradford

Location: Bradford, England

City centre with water and fountains at night