Category: The Real Britain

Festivals in the UK are a major part of our culture: everything from music to food to, let’s face it, some downright strange stuff that’ll make your mates laugh until…

Discover the UK’s Hidden Gems: The Best National Parks for Your Next Adventure Hey there! So, you’re thinking of taking a break from the usual haunts and want a little…

So, strap on your sturdy shoes and grab your sense of wonder, because we’re about to hop into a time machine that doesn’t actually exist! Instead, we’ll tour some of…

Exploring the Legends: A Journey Through the History of Oxford and Cambridge Universities Ah, Oxford and Cambridge—two places that float like moths to the flame of British academia, but they…

Charting the UK: A Road Trip Through Music History Buckle up, mate! If you’ve got an itch for a music history road trip in the UK, pack your bags because…

The Story Behind Big Ben: Why Is This Iconic Clock Tower Named After a ‘Big Ben’? Alright, grab a cuppa, sit back, and let me tell you about one of…

Unwrapping Tradition: The Fascinating History of British Christmas Crackers Ah, Christmas in the UK! It’s that magical time of year when even the most humdrum streets transform into festooned wonderlands,…

Alright, mate, buckle up! We’re about to hit the road and explore some of Britain’s finest road trips that’ll get your blood pumping and your heart racing. Whether you’re a…

Ah, the joys of live music! There’s something magical about the electrifying energy in intimate music venues. You know the ones I mean—small spaces where you can practically feel the…

The Enigma of Roanoke: What UK Travelers Can Learn from America’s Most Mysterious Colony So, you’re thinking about putting “solving a historical mystery” on your travel bucket list? Why not…