For over 20 years, the Britain Express family have toured England, Scotland, and Wales, visiting historic sites, taking thousands of photographs, and sharing our passion for Britain with the world. We love exploring the UK, and hope that whether you're a Brit or a tourist, you'll take every chance to discover British history and landscape for yourself, and enjoy the wonderful heritage that awaits in every corner of this wonderful country. Get inspired - Explore Britain's Heritage!
Most of our family travelling is done via stays in self catering cottages, where we can unwind and tour one area in-depth for a week or even 2 at a time.
History of Britain - the full text of the 1912 book
English
Culture
What makes England so ... English? From hedgerows to the history of tea, pastimes to traditional crafts.
British Biography
Our look at the lives of famous people in art, architecture, science, and literature.
Tuxford, Nottinghamshire, England
Tuxford Windmill is a restored tower mill, built in 1810. The mill went out of operation in the 1920s and was in a state of decay for decades before being restored to full working order. Baked goods made on-site with freshly ground flour are for sale in the tearoom.
Butt of Lewis Lighthouse - Isle of Lewis, Scotland
Bridge over the Atlantic - Seil, Argyll
Achmore Stone Circle - Isle of Lewis, Scotland
Dun Eistean - Isle of Lewis, Scotland
Clach an Truiseil Standing Stone - Isle of Lewis, Scotland
Plymtree, St John the Baptist Church - Plymtree, Devon, England
Fimber, St Mary's Church - Fimber, Yorkshire, England
Alconbury, St Peter & St Paul - Alconbury, Cambridgeshire, England