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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.

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.

Britain’s grand estates throw open their doors each winter for festive events and experiences, transforming historic halls and parkland into sparkling showstoppers.

From countryside escapes and afternoon tea in grand salons to walks under starry skies, discover the British getaways where visitors can feel as though they’ve stepped straight into a scene from Bridgerton, Downton Abbey or Pride and Prejudice.

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

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.

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

Discover the real-life locations that inspired the film’s settings and explore related experiences that transport visitors into their own fairy tale adventures.

At the 2025 BAFTAs, it’s not just the stars taking centre stage – Britain is having its moment in the spotlight too.

Follow in the footsteps of favourite action heroes, from white-water rafting in Wales to zip-lining through forests and kayaking London’s waterways.

Explore the South West Coast Path, a 630-mile trail from Minehead in Somerset to Poole Harbour in Dorset, via Devon and Cornwall.

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