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As the sporting calendar heats up in 2025, Britain is set to be a playground for sports enthusiasts, with a thrilling lineup of events.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Andrew Pickett

Location: Goodwood, England

People in a grandstand watching a vintage sports car race

Britain’s gastronomic scene is livelier than ever, and its food festivals are where it all comes to life.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Pinzutu/Andrew Hood

Location: Edinburgh, Scotland

Whisky being poured from a barrel in a shop

East Anglia named in Lonely Planet ‘Best in Travel’ list for 2025

Photo by: VisitBritain/Rod Edwards

Location: Wells-next-the-Sea, England

Beach huts on the beach at dusk

Experience Britain differently with these winter experiences in 2024.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Rama Knight

Location: London, England

Couple in front of a pub entrance covered with Christmas decorations

Twinkling lights, festive traditions and the comforting charm of cosy gatherings in picturesque settings – all enchanting elements captured in British Christmas films.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Scott Salt

Location: Glasgow, Scotland

Couple walking along a cobbled street at night hung with fairy lights

From Manchester to London, Birmingham to Edinburgh, here are some of the standout Christmas markets to visit across Britain in 2024.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Andrew Pickett

Location: Cardiff, Wales

Two women standing in front of a Christmas market stall

With a full calendar of events and cultural highlights, 2025 offers a chance to see Britain differently…

Photo by: Jennifer McCord

Location: England

Crowd in front of the main stage at a music festival

Bradford’s UK City of Culture 2025 programme offers an exciting opportunity for international visitors to experience the city’s rich cultural heritage, diversity and dynamic arts scene.

Photo by: VisitBradford

Location: Bradford, England

City centre with water and fountains at night

As autumn paints the British landscape in hues of gold and amber, combine picturesque trails with iconic rail adventures.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Lucy Ellis

Location: Goathland, England

Steam train leaving a train station

Britain’s harvest season brings with it a wealth of culinary delights and gastronomic experiences, from food and drink festivals, to trails and tastings.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Joanna Henderson

Location: Heathfield, England

A yurt in an orchard campsite

As autumn unfolds and the nights grow longer, Britain’s dark skies come alive with shimmering stars, driving opportunities for astrotourism.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Ida Eriksson

Location: Enniskillen, Northern Ireland

Woman in a bed in a glamping bubble pod at night

Follow in Taylor Swift's footsteps and explore the capital with this round-up of all the destinations featured in her song "London Boy", complete with exciting things to experience along the way…

Photo by: Getty Images/E+/AzmanJaka

Location: London, England

Female tourist exploring a London shopping courtyard with shops and outdoor seating.