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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

Location: Falkirk, Scotland

A person smelling a patterned whisky glass with amber liquid, highlighted by warm light in a dark setting, evoking tasting or sensory evaluation.

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

Location: Dundee, Scotland

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

Location: Henley-on-Thames, England

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

Location: Bristol, England

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

Location: Bridlington, England

A group of people practising yoga on a beach

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

Location: Goathland, England

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

Location: Castle Howard, England

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

Location: Talachddu, Wales

Woman in a hot tub in the countryside

With three blockbuster national parks packed into one country, Wales punches well above its weight when it comes to drama – on screen and off.

Photo by: Michael Roberts/Moment/Getty Images

Location: Snowdon Massif, Wales

Trekker hiking up a mountainous cobble stoned path through a barren mountain range

Whether it’s a windswept walk along Cardigan Bay or a twilight hammam session under the stars, this corner of north Wales blends the wild with the indulgent.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Robin Creative Media

Location: Harlech, Wales

Aerial view of castle standing on a grassy hilltop surrounded by town and landscape

From countryside escapes and afternoon tea in grand salons to walks under starry skies, discover the British getaways where visitors can feel as though they’ve stepped straight into a scene from Bridgerton, Downton Abbey or Pride and Prejudice.

Photo by: msmegcon

Location: Highclere, England

A woman stood outside Highclere Castle, Hampshire

The Premier League returns on 16 August 2025, and with it, Britain's passion for football (soccer) bursts into full view.

Photo by: Crystal Palace Football Club

Location: London, England

View of large stadium during a football match