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.
What is the oldest castle in England? It's a surprisingly difficult question to answer and largely depends on how you define a castle. For example, do we include Roman …
moreWarminster, Wiltshire, England
Set in parkland created by Capability Brown, the elegant Elizabethan/Renaissance exterior belies an extravagant Italianate interior. Surrounded by an extensive safari park and a multitude of other visitor attractions. Home of the Marquess of Bath, Longleat is one of the true "Treasure Houses" of England. Whether you come to see the safari park, or simply want to see one of the truly great stately homes of Britain, Longleat will never disappoint.
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
Pateley Bridge - Yorkshire, England
Green Park - London, Greater London, England
Cider Museum and King Offa Distillery - Hereford, Herefordshire, England