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In 2027, the city of Bath and Hadrian’s Wall mark 40 years since gaining UNESCO World Heritage status. Winter is a good time to discover both, when quieter streets and walking trails leave more room to roam. And when the temperature drops, there’s plenty to enjoy indoors, from a relaxing spa session or a pint in a cosy pub to a memorable meal at a Michelin-starred restaurant.

After dark, Britain’s moors, forests and mountain valleys take on a different character. From Northumberland's vast dark-sky park to Yorkshire’s open uplands and the forests of southwest Scotland, there are many ways to explore after sunset. Join an astronomer at a telescope, follow a moonlit trail or venture into the woods on a mountain bike.

With Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew arriving in cinemas on 12 February 2027, the new Harry Potter TV series premiering on 25 December 2026 and Star Wars celebrating its 50th anniversary in February 2027, now is a good time to step into Britain’s enchanted landscapes and discover the real-life filming locations behind some of Britain’s most magical stories.

Where better to experience Britain’s autumn colours than its forests? The trees have centuries of stories to tell, from legendary outlaws to honey-loving bears.

The Tour de France Femmes pedals into Britain for the first time in summer 2027. While the riders whizz past, slow down to experience what England’s northern cities have to offer, whether exploring by bike, foot or tram.

Stage 3 of the 2027 Tour de France Grand Départ sweeps through Wales on 4 July, following a route from the market town of Welshpool to the capital, Cardiff. While the race covers a day of excitement, the route can offer weeks of adventure.

The peloton speeds into England for Stage 2 of the Tour de France 2027. Visitors can follow in their tyre tracks in North-West England and enjoy adrenaline-packed outdoor adventures, award-winning spas, fine dining, medieval castles and a myriad of festivals.

Spring 2026 saw the much-anticipated opening of the King Charles III England Coast Path, a 2,700-mile (4,328 km) trail along England’s coastline from the Scottish border to Wales.

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.

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

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.