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Set majestically along the banks of the meandering River Thames, the UK's bustling, cosmopolitan capital is one of the greatest cities on the planet. It would take a lifetime to fully explore, but you can tick off a few of its most iconic sights in a couple of days with our London Explorer trip. These include Big Ben, Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, the Houses of Parliament and the big-hitter of the bunch, Buckingham Palace. Get a bird's eye view of the lot with a ride on the London Eye or a trip up The Shard, Europe's highest skyscraper.
This ancient ring of gigantic standing stones is one of the most awe-inspiring sights in the UK. It was built around 4000-5000 years ago, and its origins are shrouded in myth, mystery and legend. Many of the larger stones are 9m in height and weigh in at a whopping 25 tons, and are thought to have been dragged here from a distance of around 20 miles. No one knows how. Or why.
New Year's Eve is celebrated enthusiastically throughout the UK, but nowhere more so than in Scotland, where it's known as Hogmanay. Excitement reaches a fever pitch in Edinburgh, host to the country's largest and most spectacular New Year’s Eve party. With our Hogmanay trip, you can expect live music, fireworks, processions, and an inimitable festival atmosphere as the clock strikes 12.
The hardest part of any UK trip is deciding what not to see. Read on for our top 5 of the country's most essential sights.
Haye-on-Wye
Brecon Beacons
Isle of Wight
From gigantic gatherings like Glastonbury to more intimate literary events like Hay-on-Wye, the UK festival scene is alive and kicking and has something to offer all comers - just don't forget your wellies! Read on for our pick of the top festivals you need to attend on your next trip to the UK.
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It might seem strange, but this prized national dish originated in the UK and is every bit as British as fish & chips. It comprises tender chunks of chicken marinated in yoghurt and spices, then cooked in a clay tandoor oven. It's served with rice and hearty unleavened naan bread.
Best eaten at
Punjab, 80 Neal St, London WC2H 9PA
Depending on your viewpoint, this calorific classic is either a hangover-busting godsend or a heart attack waiting to happen. It consists of bacon, sausage, eggs, baked beans and toast, though don't be surprised if you find sautéed mushrooms, the occasional grilled tomato or even a cheeky slice of black pudding thrown into the mix.
Best eaten at
Gorilla, 54-56 Whitworth Street West, Manchester
The traditional Sunday dinner is a British institution, and a UK travel must-try. It consists of your choice of roasted meat - lamb, chicken, beef and pork are the usual suspects - with roast potatoes and a variable cast of boiled vegetables, covered in rich gravy.
Best eaten at
The Shakespeares Head, 1 Chatham Place, Brighton
Nothing says 'England' quite like a cream tea. It consists of a warm fruit scone cut in half then smothered liberally with clotted cream and strawberry jam, served with a piping hot pot of tea.
Best eaten at
Sandleigh Tea Room & Garden, Moor Lane, Croyde, North Devon
Found everywhere from upscale restaurants in London to the lowliest local chippie, fish & chips is the definitive UK dish. Look for crispy batter and well-cooked chips, and plump for a sundry like a pickled onion or even a pickled egg!
Best eaten at
Anstruther Fish Bar, 42-44 Shore Street, Anstruther, Fife
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