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Hamnet's portrayal of Shakespeare and his wife grappling with their son’s death is drawing fresh attention to the landscapes that shaped the playwright's world, from Stratford-upon-Avon's timber-framed streets to Herefordshire's Tudor villages and London's historic playhouses.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Nemorin

Location: Stratford-upon-Avon, England

Couple walking through a garden of a Tudor building

Britain steps into 2026 with fresh energy, bringing its stories to life in exciting new ways. History meets high-tech, castles get digital makeovers, coastlines become epic trails, and film and TV shows put the nations and regions centre stage.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Pinzutu

Location: Bristol, England

Three friends standing and laughing under a red illuminated canopy

From romantic castles to cobbled villages, Britain has long been a leading star of the silver screen. This Christmas, visitors can step beyond the credits and into the very landscapes where epic dramas come to life.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Andrew Pickett

Location: Aberfeldy, Scotland

A stag with large antlers in a field with light snow on the ground

Autumn in Britain offers an idyllic backdrop for a wellness retreat that combines natural beauty with rejuvenating relaxation.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Helen Johnson Kolb

Location: Talachddu, Wales

Woman in a hot tub in the countryside

2025 marks 75 years since Formula One first took to the tracks – and Britain is revving up for its biggest season yet.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Andrew Pickett

Location: Goodwood, England

Woman taking a selfie in vintage dress standing by a car racing track

When it comes to set-jetting, Britain ticks all the boxes – and more. It’s time for visitors to go behind the scenes of some of the summer’s biggest blockbusters where our scenery plays a starring role.

Photo by: VisitBritain

Location: London, England

People watching a movie on a large screen at night with the city skyline in the distance

Explore the British destinations that were the real stars of the show during the 2025 film awards season.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Pablo/Smuggler London LTD /National Trust

Location: Disley, England

A man takes a selfie with a woman in the grounds of a heritage house

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

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

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

Britain’s harvest season brings with it a wealth of culinary delights and gastronomic experiences, from food and drink festivals, to trails and tastings.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Joanna Henderson

Location: Heathfield, England

A yurt in an orchard campsite