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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.

From a new musical walking trail to a summer-long festival scene, here are six reasons to visit the city, the Merseyside coast and the wider north-west of England in 2026.

As House of the Dragon returns for its third season in June 2026, North Wales takes the spotlight once again as its cinematic landscapes are transformed into Westeros.

Enjoy a literary or film-inspired break at one of Britain’s manor houses or historic castles.

Hamnet's portrayal of Shakespeare and his wife grappling with their son’s death is drawing fresh attention to the landscapes that shaped the playwright's world, from Stratford-upon-Avon's timber-framed streets to Herefordshire's Tudor villages and London's historic playhouses.

Seven British restaurants – four in England, three in Scotland – have been honoured with a prestigious Michelin green star for their commitment to sustainable dining in 2026.

Britain has welcomed a raft of new Michelin starred restaurants following the unveiling of The Michelin Guide Great Britain and Ireland 2026.

As distilleries and vineyards open their doors for the spring, visitors can explore coastal sites, countryside vineyards and rural estates accompanied by nature in full bloom.

Food has played a central role in Yorkshire life for centuries. This guide explores Yorkshire’s culinary scene for visitors who like their meals with a sense of place – from Malton’s artisan producers to fine dining in manor houses and historic inns.

These ten farm stays and nature-led dining experiences offer sustainability, style and flavour in equal measure – proof that the countryside now dishes up far more than fresh air.

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.

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