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Doctor Who is the world's longest running sci-fi drama and I watched the show when I was a child. While I was often hiding behind the sofa back then I still love it so was thrilled to head to Cardiff to visit the Doctor Who Experience. The last time I visited Cardiff (over twenty years ago) it was not a pretty place and was generally … [Read more...]
Lying just to the West of England is the magnificent country of Wales; this modest land is bursting with stunning landscapes and interesting attractions. Cymru (as it’s also known) is a ramblers delight, it has many speaks to surmount and charming routes between the rural villages to discover. Below we have a quick rundown of the top 5 things to … [Read more...]
After our whistle stop tours of the National Parks, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Heritage Coasts I thought we should just slow down a while so this time I am going to share with you some images of the inland waters we have in the British Isles. We will still travel round but hopefully the views of the tranquil waters will help you relax … [Read more...]
Having now taken brief visits to the majority of the National Parks and a few Heritage Coasts this time I am taking you to some of the Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty(England, Wales and Northern Ireland) and National Scenic Areas(Scotland). There are 46 AONB's and 40 NSA's so plenty to consider but only so much space and certainly … [Read more...]
Hi and welcome back for the second instalment of our whistle stop tour of Britain's national parks. Having visited Loch Lomond, the Yorkshire Dales, Pembrokeshire, the Norfolk Broads and the South Downs last time we will now visit the next five parks on my list. On this occasion we will start off with one of the most popular and the largest … [Read more...]
Hi and welcome to British Landscapes Photography. I'm Derek Fogg, landscape photographer and I am delighted to have been given the opportunity of sharing with you my images of the landscapes of the British Isles. Although not an anglophile, being born and raised in the North of England, we do have something in common as I also have a passion … [Read more...]
Of course, holidays present a great opportunity to take things easy, but I find boredom quickly sets in if I spend an entire break doing nothing but relax. If you're anything like me, you'll want to spend at least some of your time trying sports and activities. Head to North Wales and you'll have a fantastic range of pursuits to choose … [Read more...]
I guess Matt Smith is a morning person. The Eleventh Doctor was up very early this morning but it was not to fight Daleks or save the universe. It was to carry the Olympic Torch on its eighth day of travels to the Olympics. Today the torch is traveling 115 miles from Cardiff to Swansea. The Doctor accepted the torch at around 6:20 am. Smith was … [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, together with the Offa’s Dyke Path, which runs across … [Read more...]
Lovers of extreme sports and adventure activities find plenty of ways to get the adrenaline flowing and find challenges and thrills in Wales. With over 700 miles of coastline, inland rivers and the dramatically beautiful Snowdonia National Park, there are exciting activities for adventurers and explorers of all ages. Surfing the white water … [Read more...]
St. David’s Day is on 1st March and, for me at least, it’s a time to contemplate why the Welsh culture isn’t as celebrated in England as the Irish culture is. In England, St. Patrick’s Day seems to be a much bigger event than St. David’s Day is and while you can find plenty of Irish theme pubs scattered around England I can’t name a … [Read more...]
Never before has it been possible to follow a trail that stretches the length of an entire country’s coastline but, come May, that will be possible. The best news is that the 870 mile path follows the stunning Welsh coastline, from Chepstow in the south with its views across the Bristol Channel and of the magnificent Severn Bridge, to the … [Read more...]
Film star Luke Evans shows off his native Wales with a stunning video of castles, culture and magnificent scenery. … [Read more...]
As London prepares to pull out all of the stops as hosts of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, the rest of Britain has followed suit for what is set to be a blockbuster year of experiences only to be had in 2012. Whether you are a sports lover, a history buff, a Royal watcher or music lover, it’s Britain, it’s 2012 and you’re invited. 1. … [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 Parade starts at the Hawes Pier in South … [Read more...]
For the seasoned equestrian, there couldn't be a better way to explore Britain and take in the lush and diverse landscapes. With 15 national parks, forests, mountains, grassland, and beaches, riders will be spoilt for choice when deciding on which one to visit on their holiday. Here are a few of the best stables for day hacks in some of Britain’s … [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 thrill-seeking Brits: millions of them jet off … [Read more...]
Walking in the UK is as much of a treat for the eyes as it is a challenge for the legs, but every photograph you take will be worth every single step. When it comes to the Scottish Highlands, the Lake District and the Peak District holidays in the UK do not get any better. The country is full of beautiful countryside and stunning hillsides, so … [Read more...]
Matt Smith, star of the BBC’s ‘Doctor Who’ series, takes you on a tour of his must-sees in Cardiff in the great new video from our friends at Visit Britain. … [Read more...]
1). Cardiff Castle - Cardiff may only have been a city for 100 years, but there has been a castle here for nearly 2000 years. The original Roman walls and Norman keep can still be explored, but the highlight of a visit is the tour of the refurbished Victorian interiors – transformed into a mock-Medieval palace by the 3rd Marquess of … [Read more...]
1). The White Cliffs of Dover have been a symbol of hope and of home for centuries, even before Vera Lynn immortalised them in song. Arriving on a ferry, they are unmissable and are so important they are now preserved by the National Trust. 2). The Jurassic Coast was designated a World Heritage Site because of its importance as a … [Read more...]
Cringletie House Hotel is a Scottish baronial castle in 11.5 hectares (28 acres) of gardens and woodlands. The castle was built in 1861 and the 4* hotel is fully wheelchair accessible with a wide range of facilities for guests with mobility, hearing, sight and other disabilities. Cringletie House won this year’s Caterer and Hotelkeeper … [Read more...]
One of the largest fortresses in Europe will host one of the longest festive lantern parades in Wales this Christmas season. The ‘River of Light’ parade will take place in Caerphilly in South Wales on 22 December and will feature hundreds of lanterns created by local schools and community groups. The parade starts in the town centre and … [Read more...]
There are classic British holiday destinations as we all know. Cornwall, the Lake District, the Highlands; they all evoke an instant set of mental images. But what many people travel to Britain for, or discover when they’re here, is that there are many things which simply defy classification. There are places that just amaze and astound with … [Read more...]
Being an island nation, Britain has a loving relationship with it's coastlines and for centuries people have flocked to them for a little rest and relaxation. All throughout Britain, many seaside piers were built - some are still popular, some have seen better days, some are ruined wrecks. Here is out list of all the coolest piers left in … [Read more...]
The eccentric Really Wild Festival will be celebrating rural traditions, wild food and countryside fun in Britain’s smallest city at the end of July. The festival, in the ancient cathedral city of St David’s, South Wales, has a focus on food and drink. Four celebrity chefs will be giving cookery demonstrations using locally grown or … [Read more...]
The country of Wales is also known as the Castle Capital of the world. It's home to nearly 400 castles in various states of ruin with about 100 being used today or restored for visitors. We've gone through all the castles we could find and found the best castles worth visiting if you're planning a trip to Wales. We've gathered the … [Read more...]
If you’re planning a trip to the UK you should definitely include the exciting an exceptionally beautiful country of Wales. The whole family can enjoy Wales year round, and you should always be able to find somewhere great to stay as there are more than enough Cardiff B&Bs, Swansea hotels and Brecon holiday cottages for you to choose … [Read more...]
Pembrokeshire Coast Path Editor's Note: The following is a guest post from Ronald Turnbull author of 'Granite and Grit' recently reviewed by us here and of many books on UK hillwalking as well as one on the John Muir Trail, California Walking in UK takes many different forms so the following are not in rank order. They are in rough order of … [Read more...]
In honor of the Royal Engagement, our friends at Visit Britain have put out a list of the most romantic places in Britain to have your own little Royal Romance. Scotland Scotland will always be near and dear to the happy couple's hearts, as Prince William and Kate Middleton went from students to soul-mates while studying at St. Andrew's … [Read more...]
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Anglotopia was founded by Jonathan and Jackie Thomas in 2007 in a closet in Chicago. Anglotopia is for people who love Britain - whether it's British TV, Culture, History or Travel - we cover it all. Anglotopia is now our full time jobs and we spend our time working on the site and planning our yearly trips to Britain. Join us as we explore Britain and everything it has to offer!
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