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Spring 2026 marks a milestone for long-distance walking and cycling in England, with the launch of the revitalised Coast to Coast Path and the completion of the King Charles III England Coast Path.

Photo by: VisitBritain/James Green

Location: Grasmere, England

Two people sat on the edge of a fell looking over a green valley with a lake at the bottom

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

Photo by: VisitBritain/Daniel Wildey

Location: Castle Howard, England

Person in flowing cloak walks through ornate stone corridor lined with classical statues and archways.

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.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Pinzutu Films/Ula Blocksage

Location: Dundee, Scotland

A woman and two girls walking by a modern museum.

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

Photo by: VisitBritain/Daniel Wildey

Location: Dudley, England

Two men in vintage clothing and flat caps pose outside a shop with a display window and brick wall backdrop.

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...

Photo by: VisitBritain/Max Renaud

Location: Bristol, England

Aerial view of a residential area with rows of colourful terraced houses, greenery, and cityscape under a clear sky.

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.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Pinzutu

Location: Bristol, England

Three friends standing and laughing under a red illuminated canopy

Hit the pause button and recharge in some of Britain’s most scenic corners this winter.

Photo by: Visit Hull & East Yorkshire/Tom Arran

Location: Bridlington, England

A group of people practising yoga on a beach

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.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Andrew Pickett

Location: Aberfeldy, Scotland

A stag with large antlers in a field with light snow on the ground

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

Photo by: VisitBritain/Helen Johnson Kolb

Location: Talachddu, Wales

Woman in a hot tub in the countryside

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.

Photo by: Battlesteads Hotel & Restaurant/Martin Kitchin

Location: Wark, England

A dark sky observatory lit up at night under the sky.

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

Photo by: Michael Roberts/Moment/Getty Images

Location: Snowdon Massif, Wales

Trekker hiking up a mountainous cobble stoned path through a barren mountain range

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.

Photo by: Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park Authority/Andrew Cawley

Location: Luss, Scotland

A wide panorama of a hiker standing atop a hill looking out over grassland and lakes.