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'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 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.
Holiday cottages at thousands of popular locations throughout England
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The best of Scotland, from remote glens to popular tourist destinations
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Our family usually stays in a self-catering cottage so we can tour one area in-depth for a week or even two at a time.
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Our family has visited over 5,000 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
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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.
Savernake Forest is an ancient woodland stretching south from the historic town of Marlborough in Wiltshire. Savernake is the only privately owned forest in Britain, with a history …
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Ring of Brodgar
Stenness, Highlands and Islands, Scotland
The Ring of Brodgar is one of the most beautifully situated prehistoric monuments in Britain. The stone circle stands on a low rise beside Loch Harray on Orkney Mainland. The Ring dates to about 2500 BC. There are 27 stones still standing, though it is estimated that there were originally up to 60 stones. The circle is set within a high earthen bank which gives across the loch to the circular burial mound of Maes Howe. A short distance away are the Stones of Stenness, and recent excavations have revealed a huge ceremonial complex of buildings near the circle.
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
Jarlshof Prehistoric and Norse Settlement - Sumburgh Head, Highlands and Islands, Scotland
Burghead - Grampian, Scotland
Caer Gai Roman Fort - Llanuwchllyn, Gwynedd, Wales