United Kingdom – Travel Destinations

The United Kingdom isn’t just London. Here I’ll take you beyond London – including the best countryside destinations such as the Cotswolds, coastal landscapes and recommendations for day and weekend trips to Wales and Scotland.

If you thought Britain was just London, think again.

Helix is the world's tallest and longest tunnel slide and the aluminium slide spirals down from a height of 70m above the ground at Zipworld London. The red beams of the Orbit structure create a dizzying effect, with the slide spiralling down the centre of the supports.

Zipworld London- the world’s tallest & longest tunnel slide

Did you know that the world’s tallest and longest tunnel slide is located in London? At the newly-opened Zipworld London, you will find Helix at the ArcelorMittal Orbit. Are you looking to plan or interested in a visit? Find everything here which you need to know: All photos, digital media & text on this website

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Over 100,000 colourful flowers are suspended in the air in the double-decker Saatchi Gallery. The exhibition showcases multi-coloured flora. The flowers hang down from the ceiling and you are able to walk between them and interact with the installation.

Saatchi Gallery – Flowers – Flora in contemporary art and culture

Planning a visit to the brand new exhibition – Flowers- at the Saatchi Gallery in 2025? Here is everything you will need to know about planning your visit to the immersive exhibition – including booking tickets and travel instructions All photos, digital media & text on this website are copyright of jameshaskinsbusiness. Photos and digital

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The Kew Gardens Orchid Festival returns for 2025, with over 3000 orchids in total, including beautiful animals in a colourful display in the Princess of Wales Conservatory. Along with 3000 different coloured orchids, you'll also find birds, alpacas and more.

Kew Gardens Orchid Festival – everything you need to know

Are you planning a trip to the Kew Gardens Orchid Festival ? In this post you’ll find absolutely everything you need to know about your visit, including how to get there and where to get your tickets. In 2025 the Kew Gardens Orchid Festival transports you to the depths of Peru- with over 3000 orchid

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Cliveden House is not only known for being one of the most beautiful historic houses in England, but also for its stunning grounds and gardens. In the walled garden you can find a range of plants, including pumpkins growing in the autumn, as well as various toparies and shrubbery.

Historic houses in England – day out ideas near London

The National Trust owns a lot of the historic houses in England. It’s a charity preserving beauty, nature & history throughout the UK. There are many different houses and locations to visit in England, with a wide selection close to London. Are you looking for historic houses in England and day trip ideas from London?

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Enjoying breakfast with views onto Kensington Gardens, one of the best free places to visit in London. At the Royal Garden Hotel you can enjoy these views with breakfast in your room, including yoghurt, croissants and fresh orange juice.

FREE places to visit in London which you DIDN’T know about

Are you planning a trip to London and looking for budget-friendly day out ideas? Then look no further. Here are 13 free places to visit in London, the most of which you will have never heard of before. Keep reading to discover further information about all of the places to visit in the capital. All

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