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The story of England will be brought to life at the annual Festival of History at Kelmarsh Hall in Northampton this July. More than 2,000 historical re-enactors, performers and costumed interpreters will present live shows and interactive experiences covering over 2,000 years of English … [Read more...]
May 5th sees the opening of the Wales Coastal Path, and a world first: the chance to walk around an entire nation. The Wales Coastal Path covers 870 miles of spectacular scenery, from soaring cliffs to golden sands. The Coast Path creates a complete path along the whole Welsh coastline and, … [Read more...]
Not only is Bath home to some of Britain’s oldest heritage sites, but this Roman city is also known for its shopping. Catering for every budget from high street brands to designer labels and with its own museum dedicated to clothing, it’s obvious why fashionistas from all over are drawn to this … [Read more...]
Editor's Note: The Cutty Sark has recently re-opened in London after a massive renovation and our London correspondent Laura Porter had the chance to see behind the scenes before it opened to the public. Thanks Laura! What's so special about the Cutty Sark? The Cutty Sark is the last surviving tea … [Read more...]
There are exactly sixty days to go until 16 June, the official birthday of the Queen, who celebrates sixty years on the thronethis year. To mark the occasions, the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh will be making a series of regional visits, ahead of the celebrations on Jubilee weekend (2 – 5 … [Read more...]
Visitors to the UK's only complete working historic estate can now tour the private apartments of the late royal photographer Lord Lichfield. The 5th Earl of Lichfield, known as Patrick Lichfield, is famous for his royal portraits and his 1960s images of celebrities such as actress Joanna Lumley … [Read more...]
Country houses and National Trust properties in Derbyshire are to hold outdoor movie screenings this summer. The Summer Nights Film Festival will screen classic and modern movies as well as some family favourites in different locations from May to September. The first screening will be … [Read more...]
Anglotopia London correspondent Laura Porter from the About London blog was kind enough to write up a detailed review of the new Harry Potter Studio Tour Experience. What Is It? This is the actual film studio where the Harry Potter films were made and is opening to the public for the first time … [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...]
Visitors to Blists Hill Victorian Town, near Ironbridge in Shropshire, will be able to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria over the Spring Bank Holiday weekend 2–5 June. This is definitely something we're going to try and do when we're in the UK to cover the Diamond Jubilee! While … [Read more...]
A new exhibition at Brighton’s historic Royal Pavilion will put the spotlight on the life of the nation’s first people’s princess. Princess Charlotte of Wales captured the hearts of the country and when she died in childbirth in 1817, at the age of just 21, there was a national outpouring … [Read more...]
Some great London landmarks which sports fans will love to visit London is set to be the sporting capital of the world in 2012 as the Olympic flame is lit once more in an English stadium. Of course, not everyone will be lucky enough to get tickets to see the Games but there are lots of great … [Read more...]
Visit Windsor Castle and climb to the top of the world-famous Round Tower, one of the nation's iconic landmarks. The tour, which runs during the summer months, takes you up around 200 steps to the height of 65.5 metres above the River Thames, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Castle and … [Read more...]
Do something different this Valentine’s Day and surprise your sweetheart in style by taking them on a dream date. Whether you’re celebrating in the sky, embarking on a rural retreat or sipping champagne in the city, we’ve got some imaginative gift ideas for some memorable together … [Read more...]
Credit: chrisdb1 The United Kingdom is gearing up for some spectacular events this summer. The Olympic Games is considered the biggest sporting and tourism event on the planet, but there are other events happening across the UK that will be taking centre stage that have a global reach and are set … [Read more...]
Liam Fisher has produced this article on behalf of vroomvroomvroom.co.uk, a car hire service operating in the UK. Whether it’s the chance to gawp at supercars, marvel at automobiles from days gone by, or just enjoy a fun auto festival for the whole family, there is sure to be something that … [Read more...]
A unique artistic collaboration will turn a dilapidated building in Oxford into a giant compendium of strange, amusing and haunting stories in May this year. Other Worlds is a series of installations in 25 rooms in Rochester House, an empty Victorian building that is destined to be a museum of … [Read more...]
The Battle Proms is a series of open-air picnic concerts at some of England’s finest stately homes and Palaces. These concerts are quintessentially British spectaculars featuring a full 52 piece orchestra with choreographed Spitfire air display, Napoleonic cavalry re-enactors, 200 live firing … [Read more...]
Britain wouldn't be the same without it's wealth of quirky events, we've rounded up as many as we can think of, so if you fancy a spot of swamp football or perhaps think you could become the World Marble Champion then now's your chance. JANUARY THE LOONY DOOK When: 1 January 2012 Where: Grand … [Read more...]
Hampton Court Palace is to host a new exhibition from April about the beauty, debauchery and decadent art of the late Stuart court. From 5 April to 30 September The Wild, the Beautiful and the Damned looks at the meaning of beauty, and at the lives and loves of the courtesans and libertines in … [Read more...]
Kensington Palace in London will re-open to visitors after a £12-million transformation with a new permanent exhibition that explores the life and reign of Queen Victoria through her own words. Visitors will learn about Victoria’s first day as Queen at Kensington Palace, the romance of her … [Read more...]
Plans are taking shape to create the world’s first heritage amusement park to feature historic rides. Dreamland in Margate will have classic sideshows, vintage cafes, special events, festivals, creative interpretation and gardens. For many years Dreamland Margate on the Kent coast was the top … [Read more...]
There’s no doubt that Britain is theme park crazy. Despite the country’s limited size and the fact that it’s impossible to operate outdoor attractions for much of the year, almost 30 parks consistently manage to attract enough visitors to stay afloat. Even that number isn’t enough to satisfy … [Read more...]
Harry Potter’s Hogwarts Express and the world-famous Flying Scotsman are to be star exhibits at the National Railway Museum in York in 2012. Olton Hall, the steam locomotive that features in the Harry Potter movies, will feature in the Museum’s Wizard Week, 11–19 February. The engine was … [Read more...]
The English south coast port of Southampton is to have a new Sea City Museum, due to open in the centenary year of the sinking of the Titanic. In the 1912 disaster, 549 Southampton people died, most of whom were crew serving in the Merchant Navy. The galleries in Sea City will focus on two main … [Read more...]
Winter is on its way, but the good news is that winter in Britain brings with it many highlights. Most notably, the many ice skating rinks which pop up all over the country. Regardless of skating ability, visitors keen to get out on the ice will find plenty of options. Here are just five of the best … [Read more...]
Why bother with a Christmas market? Over the past few years British shoppers have done more and more of their Christmas shopping online, and who can blame them? The internet has got almost everything, you’re in the warm, and a cup of tea is never far away. Well we say boo to all that. Seeing … [Read more...]
During the Christmas season it feels like everyone is travelling – with many people making their way to friends and family all over the world. Whether you’ve got relatives coming to visit you in the UK or you have family based here, consider presenting them with an experience package. Not only … [Read more...]
Sixty photographs of Queen Elizabeth II are to go on display at Windsor Castle in February to celebrate Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee. The Queen: Sixty Photographs for Sixty Years will include the work of leading press photographers of the past six decades. The photographs show relaxed family … [Read more...]
The Scottish National Portrait Gallery in Edinburgh is to re-open in December after a £17.6-million refurbishment. The gallery, which has been closed for two years, now has 60% more public and exhibition space, a larger café and shop, a new glass lift, a purpose-built education suite and a … [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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