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2025 is shaping up to be a royally exciting year, with an array of events that offer a glimpse into British traditions and royal life.

VisitBritain/Martin Ritchie

Horse Guards wearing red coats riding across parade

Britain’s flower shows and gardens are set to dazzle visitors with a rich tapestry of blooms and garden artistry in 2025.

VisitBritain/J Baxter

Woman going up the staircase in the Palm House

Here are the exhibitions and theatrical productions set to take centre stage in 2025.

Visit Peak District & Derbyshire/Tony Pleavin

A woman and a man stand looking at an exhibition

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

VisitBritain/Andrew Pickett

Spectators watching a motor race of vintage sports cars

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

VisitBritain/Pinzutu/Andrew Hood

Woman's hands pouring a dram of whisky from a barrel.

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

VisitBritain/Rod Edwards

Sunset at high tide behind the old beach huts on coast

Experience Britain differently with these winter experiences in 2024.

VisitBritain/Rama Knight

Couple in front of Christmas decorated entrance

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

VisitBritain/Scott Salt

Rows of fairy lights draped over a cobbled street at night

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

VisitBritain/Andrew Pickett

Two women standing at window of Christmas Market booth

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

Jennifer McCord

The crowd in front of the main stage at the Isle of Wight 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.

VisitBradford

Night time in City Park square

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

VisitBritain/Lucy Ellis

Steam train on train tracks and old-fashioned carriages at Goathland Railway Station