England, Scotland and Wales are simply packed with iconic, scenic and cultural wonders.
• Epic landscapes
• Historic castles
• Cultural hotspots
• Prehistoric monuments
• Sculpture parks
• And much more
Epic Landscapes
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Strawberry Field - previously a Salvation Army children’s home where John Lennon came to play and escape - is now home to an interactive exhibition, featuring John’s ‘Imagine’ piano, cafe and gardens. With responsible tourism and well-being at its heart, this award winning heritage site appeals to locals, tourists and Beatles fans of all ages.
Blending authentic Welsh heritage with exquisite Medieval architecture, 2,000 year-old Cardiff Castle is an ideal place to explore, enjoy a picnic in the public square or catch a live musical performance. Make sure not to miss this one on your castle-hopping tour.
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Perched atop an extinct volcano, Edinburgh Castle is home to the Scottish Crown Jewels, the Stone of Destiny, the One O' Clock Gun and the National War Museum of Scotland. Purchase the exclusive Edinburgh Castle single-malt whisky and stroll down the Royal Mile to Holyrood Palace, the official residence of the Queen.
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The North York Moors is full of extraordinary surprises rich in heritage and wildlife, from swaths of heather moorland to a glorious coastline. Deep wooded dales, ancient abbeys and timeless villages, perfect for walks, cycling and more!
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This is a side of England that surprises visitors, an epic landscape of high stony hills, deep glacial lakes, wellness retreats, Michelin-starred restaurants and quaint rural villages. It’s a can’t-miss World Heritage Site!
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Start at Inverness Castle to embark on an epic drive you’ll never forget. The North Coast 500 (NC500) takes you on a 500-mile coastal odyssey to discover the breathtaking beauty of the North Highlands. Many call this the best road trip on the planet!
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Visiting this prehistoric monument is an unforgettable experience, as you’ll follow in the footsteps of our Neolithic and Bronze Age ancestors, exploring the iconic stone circle and capturing a mesmerizing glimpse of our past.
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The climb up Arthur’s Seat, a dormant volcano overlooking the city of Edinburgh,
is breathtaking, both in the energy expended and the views provided.
And it’s 100% worth every step.
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You’ll find ancient stone circles,
jaw-dropping landscapes and colonies of grey and common seals on this wondrous group of more than 70 islands off the northern tip of Scotland’s mainland.
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Orkney, Scotland
This is the English countryside you’ve seen a hundred times in movies and television, rolling limestone hills filled with peaceful cottage-filled villages, unique towns and friendly pubs ready to offer you a pint of local ale.
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Encompassing the massive Snowdonia mountain range, this park — a hiker’s paradise — mesmerizes visitors with wooded valleys, historic villages and
fast-flowing waterfalls.
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Parliament, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, The Tower of London and Tower Bridge, the London Eye, Covent Gardens, Westminster Abbey,
St. Paul’s Cathedral – London, as a whole, may be the most iconic city in the world.
This is the place to dive into a pot of tea and scones with jam and clotted cream, since some say the entire concept was born here. To enjoy it like the locals, put the cream on the scone first and then add the jam!
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Known as England’s UNESCO City of Literature, Norwich is a stunning medieval town filled with cobbled streets, an epic cathedral, a colorful market scene and the famed Norwich Castle Museum.
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Known as the “Outdoor Capital of the UK,” Fort William is your launching point to Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain.
From here you can hike, bike, relax at the lochs or even ski down stunning slopes.
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The heart of Glasgow is its cultural scene, offering incredible music and nightlife, farm to table dining and over 20 museums and art galleries, including the award-winning Burrell Collection, the huge Kelvingrove Museum and Art Gallery and the Riverside Museum.
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A short and scenic ferry ride from Glasgow, the Isle of Arran is sometimes described as “Scotland in Miniature.” Once here, hike to the island’s summit at Goat Fell for incredible views, followed by a few drams and a wealth of history at the Isle of Arran Distillery.
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Regarded as England’s “Second City,” Birmingham is a visual and culinary treat. With more miles of canals than Venice, you can explore the city’s heritage by canal boat before taking a short train ride to Cadbury World to learn and taste all there is to know about chocolate.
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Epic landscapes
HISTORIC Sites
cultural hotspots
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SIDE OF BRITAIN
Fort William
Isle of Arran
Inverness, Scotland
Arthur's Seat, Scotland
Lake District National Park, England
The Cotswolds, England
Orkney, Scotland
Snowdonia National Park, Wales
Arthur's Seat
Lake District National Park
The Cotswolds
Snowdonia National Park
Inverness, Scotland
Isle of Arran
Fort William
Cardiff, Wales
Stonehenge, England
Norwich, England
Edinburgh Castle
Liverpool, England
London, England
Devon, England
Glasgow, Scotland
Birmingham, England
North York Moors
Historic Sites
Cultural Hotspots
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England, Scotland and Wales are packed with iconic, scenic and cultural wonders.
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