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When it comes to costume dramas, Britain often steals the show. But the country is not all about grand manor houses, cosy cottages and windswept moors. In 2026, a new wave of film and TV productions invite audiences to see historic Britain through a fresh lens

From Tate Modern’s largest-ever Tracey Emin retrospective to immersive fashion at V&A Dundee, Britain’s exhibition calendar has plenty to entice visitors in 2026.

From Birmingham’s industrial heart to Manchester’s speakeasies and Liverpool’s waterfront, step into the world that inspired the Shelbys.

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...

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.

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.

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

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

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