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One of the things we've always wanted to do is cross the Atlantic ocean on one of Cunard's great ocean liners. We've heard many good things about the whole experience. Cunard has just announced their 2013 Transatlantic Crossing schedule for those interested in taking a crossing and going to … [Read more...]
We've got the new trailer for Simon Pegg's upcoming movie called A Fantastic Fear of Everything. In the film, Jack (Simon Pegg) is a children's author turned crime novelist whose detailed research into the lives of Victorian serial killers has turned him into a paranoid wreck, persecuted by the … [Read more...]
Hello Anglotopians It took William a while to establish complete control over his kingdom; it you want to find out about the the harrying of the north and defeat of the last English Earls, go to the history of England website. By the end of it, almost no English nobility survives - a complete … [Read more...]
We came across these lovely Union Jack Cufflinks and I thought they were worth sharing. I'll let the artist tell you all about them: I'm originally from London and moved to the New York area in 2005 for my job. I fell in love with the city (and an American guy) and haven't looked back. Working in a … [Read more...]
In this video Alastair Sawday takes to the skies above the Lake District from a second world war maintenance airfield in an open gyroplane (piloted by the 60-year-old mayor of Keswick, Andrew Lysser) to get a unique perspective on one of the most spectacular areas of natural beauty in England. … [Read more...]
This is pretty funny. Have you been wondering what the Daleks have been up to while they've had a short hiatus from Doctor Who? … [Read more...]
The life of an Olympic athlete must be intense and exciting, especially in the run up to the London 2012 Games. The whole world is anticipating the biggest sporting event of the year which will take place in England’s capital and a number of documentaries have been launched to offer an insight … [Read more...]
As genealogy grows more popular, paid and free resources for amateur researchers tracing family trees continue to proliferate. The good news for descendants of British ancestors is that Great Britain, and England in particular, has maintained an organized official records system, including parish … [Read more...]
Check out this short documentary produced for the Glasgow Riverside Museum about the revolutionary design of the Mini. Shot by Pete Fullarton, directed and edited by Lucy Armitage. Very interesting for those who are interested in British motoring history. Check it out below: The Mini from … [Read more...]
Londonist Out Loud a podcast for London news, views, and oddities from London, UK. Presented by N Quentin Woolf. (free on iTunes/www.londonist.com) Welcome to the latest episode of Londonist Out Loud, a podcast about London. News and Views Londonist Out Loud is presented and produced … [Read more...]
Crest and Oral B are teaming up to sponsor a sweepstakes where the prize is a trip to the London 2012 Olympic Games. The prize includes: 2 Grand Prizes: A trip for two (2) to the London 2012 Olympic Games in London, England. Trip package includes round trip, coach-class air transportation for … [Read more...]
Beer Lover’s Britain, a comprehensive guide to enjoying beer in the United Kingdom, is now available in Kindle format, published by insidebeer.com. Written by award-winning British beer writer Jeff Evans, the thoughtfully-compiled e-book unravels the mysteries and wonders of the great British pint … [Read more...]
I have a huge interest in British Politics and one of the most interesting aspects of British Political History are that of Britain's various Prime Ministers. It's an interesting office - not a head of state but wielding incredible powers. That's why I was excited to come across The British Prime … [Read more...]
There is nothing quite so English as the sight of a chap in top hat and tails at the racing; unless perhaps it’s a woman in a summer dress and hat by the River Thames for the rowing, or dozens of elegantly attired polo fans chatting as they tread in grass divots kicked up by the ponies. There are … [Read more...]
Yesterday the Queen began her official Jubilee Tour of London and we've got some video highlights of the day as well as a photo gallery. The evening news report. HM The Queen and HRH The Duke of Edinburgh visited Valentines Park and Mansions, Redbridge, Essex, attended a lunch at Waltham Forest … [Read more...]
We love a good Downton Abbey Spoof and this one from Yahoo is pretty funny. We present to you - Downton Arby's. … [Read more...]
Visit Scotland have launched a sweepstakes giving away a trip to Scotland for a chance to compete in a gold tournament in Scotland. Includes travel from anywhere in the world and accommodation in Scotland to play golf in the country where it was invented. The prize includes: Two-night … [Read more...]
Londonist Out Loud a podcast for London news, views, and oddities from London, UK. Presented by N Quentin Woolf. (free on iTunes/www.londonist.com) Welcome to the latest episode of Londonist Out Loud, a podcast about London. News and Views Londonist Out Loud is presented and produced … [Read more...]
We posted a bootleg that was aired at the official Doctor Convention on Saturday and now we have the official version of the Doctor Who Series 7 preview in all it's HD glory. Check it out below. Series 7 looks exciting - can't wait to see it. Doctor Who will return to BBC One and BBC … [Read more...]
Editor's Note: Laura Porter from About London got a press preview of the newly renovated Kensington Palace and was kind enough to write up an article for us all about it. The Queen lives at Buckingham Palace so why do we have another palace in London? We actually have a fine selection of royal … [Read more...]
The Queen visited Manchester today as part of her Jubilee Tour of Britain and we've got a video report on her visit. Check it out below: … [Read more...]
A deckchair higher than a double decker bus has been erected to celebrate summer on Bournemouth beach in Dorset. Report by Sam Datta-Paulin. Very cool! … [Read more...]
The BBC is reporting that the Royal Household is looking for a trainee butler. The role pays £15,000 a year (a pretty low wage for London, honestly, but imagine who your boss is!) for a 45-hour week, and could lead to a City & Guilds Diploma for Butlers. The official job description … [Read more...]
The folks over at Confused.com have put together a new Royal Themed infogrpahic showcasing the different types of transport at The Queen's Disposal. I think it's rather awesome that she has her own train. Brought to you by Confused.com - Get cheap car insurance in minutes … [Read more...]
We found this lovely film on Vimeo which showcases Brighton England in Timelapse combined with tilt-shift. I'll let the creator talk about it: I started shooting not long after my thirteenth birthday, and what began as a test, turned into a project that would take 9-10 months of on-and-off … [Read more...]
Londonist Out Loud a podcast for London news, views, and oddities from London, UK. Presented by N Quentin Woolf. (free on iTunes/www.londonist.com) Welcome to the latest episode of Londonist Out Loud, a podcast about London. News and Views Londonist Out Loud is presented and produced by N … [Read more...]
Our friends at Visit Britain have launched an amazing and quick contest for their followers on Facebook. They're giving away a trip to London to attend the opening of the new Making of Harry Potter Experience at the Warner Brothers Studio in London. The grand opening is March 29th, 2012. So, the … [Read more...]
British Museum Director Neil MacGregor presents Shakespeare's Restless World, a new series for Radio 4, (broadcast from 16 April at 1.45pm and repeated at 7.45pm) and part of a wider BBC Shakespeare Season. The 20-part series looks at the world through the eyes of Shakespeare's audience by … [Read more...]
The Guardian has posted an excellent video that explores the decline of the classic British Pub. What explains the decline of the British pub? The smoking ban? Cheap booze? Or Britain's giant pub companies? John Harris meets a landlord in Millbrook in Cornwall, who struggles to make ends meet … [Read more...]
Like any proper Anglophile, I'm interested in Jane Austen. So, I was delighted when we were offered a chance to review a new book about her relationship with gardens - In the Garden with Jane Austen by Kim Wilson. During Jane Austen's time, gardens were an important social and geographical … [Read more...]
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Anglotopia was founded by Jonathan and Jackie Thomas for people who love Britain - whether it's British TV, Culture, History or Travel - we cover it all. Anglotopia was started to get us back to the UK for a trip and it did that in 2009. Now, the goal is for Anglotopia to make our dreams of traveling to the UK whenever we want a reality.
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