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Britain’s sporting calendar is set to serve up another dose of top-quality action in 2026.

Lonely Planet has named Bristol among its 2026 Best in Travel destinations, shining the spotlight on the city’s extensive art scene. Here’s our guide on what to see and do in Bristol in 2026...

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.

Experience Britain's frost-fringed landscapes by vintage train this winter. There are more than 100 heritage railways to choose from, each with their own charm.

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

Britain’s National Parks are rolling out the red carpet for visitors this autumn with a host of seasonal and sustainable experiences oozing with star quality.

With three blockbuster national parks packed into one country, Wales punches well above its weight when it comes to drama – on screen and off.

Scotland’s national parks deliver drama, flavour and fresh-air by the bucketload. No CGI required – just a pair of comfortable boots and perhaps a well-timed picnic blanket.

Whether it’s a windswept walk along Cardigan Bay or a twilight hammam session under the stars, this corner of north Wales blends the wild with the indulgent.

Aberdeenshire serves up wild beauty, rich history, and just the right touch of Highland magic.

From candlelit dinners in Bath to skyline strolls in London – and not forgetting those sweeping Lake District views that poets wrote sonnets about – England is made for love stories.

The Premier League returns on 16 August 2025, and with it, Britain's passion for football (soccer) bursts into full view.