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Cultural festivals to experience in Britain in 2025

Across England, Scotland, and Wales, 2025 is set to be an exciting year for cultural celebrations, with events highlighting everything from world-class performances to grassroots community art.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Peter Beavis

Location: Braemar, Scotland

Child wearing a kilt leaning forward

Eco-friendly experiences in Sussex

Sussex, a region nestled on the south coast of England, is quickly becoming a popular destination for eco-conscious travellers.

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.

Looking ahead: Britain’s sporting highlights in 2025

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

Back to Bridgerton – top filming locations from the hit show

Follow in the footsteps of Bridgerton’s stars and discover the real-life filming locations on a trip to Britain.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Pete Seaward

Location: Blenheim, England

Woman sat under a tree sketching in the grounds of a large country estate

Rail Trails: Unique rail experiences and suggested itineraries to get off the beaten track

Check out these themed rail experiences and itineraries to take you outside the cities and explore further across Britain’s nations and regions.


Photo by: VisitBritain/David Clapp

Location: Churston Ferrers, England

Steam train on a railway line following the coastline

Explore Britain’s hidden gems with a BritRail Pass

Check out our thrilling rail itinerary ideas and explore the best of Britain’s nations and regions all year round.

Photo by: Alamy Stock/Paul Hanson

Location: Pitsford, England

A steam train travelling through the countryside.

King Charles III England Coast Path – the latest sections open to the public

Explore the newly opened sections of the ‘King Charles III England Coast Path’

Photo by: VisitBritain/Rod Edwards

Location: Dunnottar, Scotland

Two women stood on a clifftop, near a castle and the sea

Unmissable events celebrating LGBTQIA+ and other historically underrepresented communities in Britain

Explore Britain’s top 10 lesser-known festivals celebrating diversity and inclusion in 2024.

Photo by: Dan Regan

Location: Bristol, England

Crowd marching at a parade, holding rainbow flags, umbrellas and balloons

Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story - filming locations

Follow in the footsteps of Bridgerton’s Queen Charlotte and visit the locations that set the scene for the regal story.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Blenheim Palace/Pete Seaward

Location: Blenheim, England

Two pheasants on the grass in front of a palace

Embark on a sugar-coated Wonka experience in Britain

Add these Wonka filming locations to the bucket list for your next trip to Britain.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Sophie Nadeau

Location: Oxford, England

Traditional Neo Classical building in a city