09 Jan 2008
Enjoy the Best of Britain
We’ve scoured Britain’s sites of historic interest and invite you to take a look at our selection of the best castles, museums, heritage days out and stately homes and gardens. Wherever you are in the country, this must-see shortlist has something for everyone, from Edinburgh Castle and the Jorvik Viking Centre in York, to London’s V&A Museum, the spectacular Bodnant Gardens in Wales and Falmouth’s National Maritime Museum. While you are working your way down through the British Isles, why not take time to visit local festivals or exhibitions. Whether you fancy catching a steam train across Snowdonia National Park, tossing a caber at the Gourock Highland Games or boarding a Tall Ship at Belfast Maritime Festival, we’ve got it covered. Just be sure to look up the county tourism websites before you depart to make the most of your visit.
Click here to view our selection and start planning your holiday right now.
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