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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.

Photo by: Eight at Gazegill

Gourmet plated food at an organic fine dining restaurant.

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

Photo by: GettyImages/Compassionate Eye Foundation/Natasha Alipour Faridani

A group of people enjoy a meal at a table

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.

Photo by: Rosebank Distillery Falkirk/Ian Macleod Distillers

A person smelling whisky in a glass.

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

Photo by: VisitBritain/Daniel Wildey

A woman walks through a corridor at a heritage building

From Tate Modern’s largest-ever Tracey Emin retrospective to immersive fashion at V&A Dundee, Britain’s exhibition calendar has plenty to entice visitors in 2026.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Pinzutu Films/Ula Blocksage

A woman and two girls walking by a modern museum.

Britain’s sporting calendar is set to serve up another dose of top-quality action in 2026.

Photo by: VisitBritain

Rowers carrying a racing scull by the side of a river

Britain steps into 2026 with fresh energy, bringing its stories to life in exciting new ways. History meets high-tech, castles get digital makeovers, coastlines become epic trails, and film and TV shows put the nations and regions centre stage.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Pinzutu

Three friends standing and laughing under a red illuminated canopy

Hit the pause button and recharge in some of Britain’s most scenic corners this winter.

Photo by: Visit Hull & East Yorkshire/Tom Arran

A group of people practising yoga on a beach

For those dreaming of a festive Scottish escape, the Borders delivers history, atmosphere and plenty of winter sparkle – from castle dining under glittering chandeliers and artisan craft fairs in frosty courtyards, to stargazing under some of Europe’s darkest skies.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Barbara Gajewska/Anastasiia Rae

A woman twirling her dress in the gardens of a stately mansion.

Experience Britain's frost-fringed landscapes by vintage train this winter. There are more than 100 heritage railways to choose from, each with their own charm.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Lucy Ellis

Steam train leaving a train station

Britain’s grand estates throw open their doors each winter for festive events and experiences, transforming historic halls and parkland into sparkling showstoppers.

Photo by: Castle Howard/Nick Howard

Large country house seen from above with formal gardens and wooded countryside behind covered in low lying cloud

Autumn in Britain offers an idyllic backdrop for a wellness retreat that combines natural beauty with rejuvenating relaxation.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Helen Johnson Kolb

Young woman sitting in a hot tub looking at mountains in the distance holding a glass of champagne, evening light