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Culturally vibrant Birmingham offers a lively schedule of festivals celebrating everything from the arts to sports to history, providing days and nights of exuberant entertainment for all ages and interests. Treat yourself to a stay in the Jurys hotel in Birmingham and you are sure to have a … [Read more...]
If you reside in Liverpool or will be traveling there during 2012, consider hitting one or more of these events this year. With plenty of hotels in Liverpool city centre you will be spoilt for choice should you decide to visit. John Smith's Grand National 2012 (April 12-14) Since 1839, this … [Read more...]
Still one of the worst peacetime disasters at sea, the sinking of the RMS Titanic on her maiden voyage in the early hours of April 15, 1912 claimed the lives of over 1,500 people. Notoriously, it was the lower Third Class passengers that suffered the most losses – around two-thirds of them … [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...]
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...]
You’re invited! Love Disney? Head to Mickey’s French residence, and my, is it fun! Getting to the heart of the magic is quick and simple. Flights to Charles de Gaulle leave UK airports regularly. Around an hour on the VEA shuttle - you’re there! Make life easier by booking great value … [Read more...]
Eat, Drink and Be Merry… With its swathes of coastline, Cornwall is well placed to bring the county’s cornucopia to the table, and what better way of tasting Cornwall than by visiting some of Kernow’s choice gastropubs. Here are our top 10 favourite Cornwall gastropubs - we’d recommend … [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...]
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...]
One of England’s most exciting cities, Manchester is an eclectic and creative hub well worth exploring. But before you book your holiday and flights to Manchester, consider visiting the dynamic city during one of its many festivals. Here are some of the city’s best. The Manchester … [Read more...]
There are several notable events happening in the UK in 2012, from the Queen's Diamond Jubilee to the London Olympics. Visiting London in 2012 has a lot of traditional attractions to be enjoyed by families, too, including a trip to the theatre. The Lion King, at the Lyceum Theatre, is a popular … [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...]
I feel very lucky to have spent a lot of my life living in Brighton and Hove. My memories of Brighton, growing up here in the 80's are like a big playground with a never-ending supply of things to do. As you grow older and see a bit more of the world you soon realise that Brighton isn't big at all, … [Read more...]
Manchester is one of the most exciting cities to visit in England. Whether you visit this delightful city for a week or a month, you will never run out of interesting things to do in Manchester. Manchester is filled with all sorts of museums, restaurants, dance clubs, theatres and other … [Read more...]
Over the course of the past decade, Top Gear has evolved into something much more than a simple motoring programme. The show now revolves around outrageous challenges, celebrity interviews, slapstick comedy stunts and scripted exchanges between the three main presenters, all of which often push the … [Read more...]
A note before I begin this list: there's always a lot of internet debate over the exact definition of words like "nerd," "geek," and "dork." Often you will see someone proclaim themselves to be "a geek but not a dork," or a "nerd but not a geek," or some other denial. To this I say: hush. Enjoy this … [Read more...]
The Queen has made a rare address to both houses of Parliament today with her Diamond Jubilee Speech. It was a day of pomp and circumstance that only the British can master. We've grabbed the BBC's coverage of the event and put it on YouTube for you to watch. It's a very enjoyable watch! Check … [Read more...]
Situated in the valley of the River Don, Sheffield grew dramatically during the Industrial Revolution. Its name was virtually synonymous with steel production. The city that introduced innovative techniques for crucible and stainless steel to the world has transformed itself into a diverse modern … [Read more...]
Leeds is a popular city to visit when traveling in the United Kingdom. Located in West Yorkshire and established in the sixth century, this classic city has picturesque buildings, fine hotels in Leeds city centre, fine dining and a small town feel despite its large size. No trip to this captivating … [Read more...]
Log cabins have been popular for centuries. And for good reason. They are one of the cheapest, easiest and quickest types of building to construct. On top of that they look good, smell good, are energy efficient and are made from renewable materials. Over the last ten years Britain has seen a big … [Read more...]
We all remember the excitement of racing around the house or garden looking for the Easter treats our parents had carefully hidden away for us to find in our own Easter egg hunts. Now, imagine that, but on a massive scale and spread throughout the city of London! That's eggsactly (excuse the pun) … [Read more...]
During the Middle Ages, Newcastle upon Tyne, known as simply Newcastle by locals, was the northern most fortress in England. Even today visitors to the fair city can enjoy Castle Keep, the oldest building in the city. Located on the back of the River Tyne, Newcastle is a city that has … [Read more...]
Manchester has undergone some profound changes in its cultural landscape over the past twenty years, both expanding on options for tourists and highlighting the city's role in the Industrial Revolution. The modernized city now features a growing number of commercial opportunities, from high-end … [Read more...]
I had the opportunity to appear on BBC Radio in Coventry and Warwickshire again today. I was quizzed on my geographic knowledge of Britain against a British Historian. I lost! I appeared on the Vic Minett afternoon show and it was a lot of fun. You can listen to the whole clip below. BBC … [Read more...]
The British car manufacturing industry is relatively insignificant in world terms nowadays, with a handful of highly acclaimed specialist brands dotted around the country and the occasional major plant making vehicles for foreign-owned companies. The most popular cars for UK buyers are generally … [Read more...]
Let’s get this out in the open right away: if you’ve waited until nearly springtime before deciding to make it to the 2012 London Olympics, you’ve probably waited too long. British citizens and those living in the European Union have top priority as far as seats are concerned, and many … [Read more...]
The West End theatre district is seen as a hotspot for tourists the world over. Visitors often pursue Lion King tickets in order to take in the ultimate West End experience. This year could be completely different though, as the London 2012 Olympics looms large over the capital. Many doomsayers … [Read more...]
If action-packed adventure is your idea of holiday heaven, then it is definitely worth heading to the beautiful wilderness areas of Scotland. Scotland is perfect for embracing the great outdoors, mainly because there is so much of it and the locals know exactly how to make the best of it. From … [Read more...]
Photo from Flickr There are some great rock and roll hotel stories to tell: Bob Dylan meeting the Beatles in a hotel room; Keith Moon smashing up a hotel room, driving a car into a swimming pool, and knocking out a tooth after slipping on some marzipan; and Led Zeppelin driving their motorbikes … [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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