'A land of Romance'
Nowhere in Britain can match the scenic beauty of the Scottish Highlands and islands, but there is so much more to Scotland than romantic visions of pipers on lonely hilltops:
'Castles, Coast, and Scenic Splendour'
From the stunning mountain scenery of Snowdonia to magnificent medieval castles, ancient monuments on Anglesey to sacred St David's and wonderful coastal walks:
A Passion for British Heritage
For over 15 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!
Specialising in historic properties, hand-rated for historic interest
Castle Hotels in England - Scotland - Wales
Popular Historic Destinations
Bath, Brighton, Canterbury, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Lake District, London, Stratford-upon-Avon, Winchester, York
B&Bs, guest houses, and small hotels
What could be more British than a stay in a cosy Bed and Breakfast, with a cheerful host full of local knowledge?
Top locations
Cornwall, Lake
District, Devon, Dorset, Pembrokeshire, Scottish Highlands, London
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.
Self catering cottages in: England - Scotland - Wales
Top locations
Cornwall, Lake District, London, Devon, Isle of Skye, North Wales, Pembrokeshire, Scottish Highlands
Our family has visited over 5000 historic sites in Britain, from Cornwall to Caithness and Anglesey to Norfolk, from castles to picturesque villages - there's so much to see!
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.
Weston Hall
Stafford, Staffordshire
Weston Hall originated in 1550 when it was built as a small dower house. In early 2012 the Petrouis family took on Weston Hall with a view to making major refurbishments over a 6-month period. After restoring the building to its former glory Weston Hall re - opened on 16th … more >>
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Jorvik Viking Centre
York, Yorkshire, England
One of York's premier visitor attractions, the Jorvik Viking Centre is a modern museum that helps bring 10th-century Viking York to life. Visitors can take a dark ride through tableaux of street scenes, craftsmen at work, and domestic living. There are frequently costumed re-enactors at work, engaging visitors with hands-on accounts of life in Viking times. Jorvik also displays artefacts found during excavations on the site, and you can get a combined ticket to see the Archaeological Resource Centre.
Best Historic Churches - Our top rated historic churches to visit in Britain
Lady Godiva - Fact and Fiction
Ramster Hall Gardens - Chiddingfold, Surrey, England
Tafarn-y-bwlch Standing Stones - Tafarn-y bwlch, Dyfed, Wales
Waun Mawn - Tafarn-y-bwlch, Dyfed, Wales
Leith Hill Tower and Place - Coldharbour, Surrey, England
Wisborough Green - West Sussex, England
Dyffryn Syfynwy Stone Circle - Henry's Moat, Dyfed, Wales