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Regions Great Britain : Channel Islands, England, London, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales

Britain is full of contrasts; whichever direction you travel you will find a wide variety of landscapes and diverse cultures to explore. England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are all unique countries with their own customs, cultures and traditions.

Capital city Great Britain : London


car hire, boating holidays, lodging [ hostels / B&Bs, hotels ], tour operators, travel guides, transportation / traveling to britain 

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Camping & Caravanning Great Britain

 Eurocampings - ACSI Camping Guide
Camp sites East Anglia, East Midlands, North West GB, Northern GB, Northern Ireland, Scotland, South east GB, South West GB, Wales, West Midlands, Yorkshire & Humberside

Boating Holidays in Britain

 British Waterways.org
A good place to get your "sea legs" so to speak. It's the official government site on the waterways network and is well done. Includes maps, day trips and excursions, a guide to selecting a canal to explore, search for a boat company, even a link to last minute deals on hire boats
 WaterwaysHolidays.com Inland boating holidays in the UK, France & Ireland. Search the ever increasing number of Europe's independent boating holiday operators.
 Canal Junction - the guide to canal travel

Car Rental Great Britain

 Alamo - Luxury Discount Auto Rental Company
 Avis
 Budget Rent A Car
 Herz

Rental Homes / Cottages & Apartments

 Euro Relais - Holiday Cottages in Great-Britain
Charming chalet, villa, castle or mill? Country cottage, mansion or farmhouse? Discover their special holiday homes and book online!
 Sykes Holiday Cottages 
A selection of hand-picked holiday cottages in The Peak District, The Yorkshire Dales & Moors, Wales, Shropshire and the Heart of England, the Lake District, Northumbria, Scotland, Devon, Cornwall and the South Coast, including the Isle of Wight.

More on the Page Holiday Homes

Hostels / Youth Hostel

 Hostelbookers.com - Great Hostels, Free booking
Hostelbookers.com is one of the worlds largest online booking services for hostels. All hostels you see here are offering realtime prices and availability.
 Youth Hostels England & Wales
Over 220 Youth Hostels offering great value places to stay at prices cheap enough for everyone to travel throughout England and Wales. Whether you're a globetrotting backpacker, a family holidaying on a budget or group of friends looking for a short break, YHA is ideal. What's more, a YHA membership card is also a passport to safe, clean and comfortable accommodation in Youth Hostels worldwide.
 Scottisch Youth Hostels
From buzzing cities to the most peaceful spots, charming cottages to rambling castles, we've got an unrivalled network of more than 70 Hostels throughout the country. The choice is yours ... 

Hotels in Great Britain

 Booking - Hotels in Great Britain
Offers leisure and business travellers an easy way to select and book a hotel rooms. Direct access to a range of hotels, complete with up-to-date availability information. BOOKING is a dedicated hotel and accommodation reservation website.
 Select-a-room.com - great discounts in great hotels worldwide!

More Hotels? See Page Hotels

Travel Agents / Tour Operators




 Abercrombie & Kent - Luxury Travel & Tours - Signature Scotland
Signature Series programs are fast, easy-to-book itineraries for independent travellers, offering a private alternative to popular group destinations.
 Rail Europe - Rail Passes, Train Tickets & Schedules 
 Select Travel
 Topdeck Tours
They take you to the most amazing places in Europe, their experienced tour leaders are the best in the business, and will help create the perfect atmosphere for a great holiday. Topdeck Tours encourage individuality, and the fun just flows naturally.
 VAX VacationAccess - A Better Way To Book
Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, London, Manchester

Travel Guides Great Britain / Related books / Magazines

 Amazon.com - Books about Great Britain

Lonely Planet Great Britain
by David Else (Author)
Editorial review Amazon.com : ... If England, Scotland, and Wales are on your itinerary, here's your complete guide to famous sights and intriguing, out-of-the-way places that are hard to find on your own. Lonely Planet's Britain provides 160 maps--including 12 color maps of London; useful notes on British history, literature, theater, film and music; accommodation and eating options for every budget; details on public transport, long-distance walks, cycling, and driving; and information on how to trace your ancestors. The book includes a Welsh language section and a guide to architecture, including a glossary of terms. Also included is information on travel to the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man [ Kathryn True ].
Paperback: 1020 pages; Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications; 7th edition (May 2007); Language: English; ISBN-13: 978-1741045659
Rick Steves' Great Britain 
Book Description : Who but Rick Steves can tell travelers how to promenade down Edinburgh's Royal Mile or visit the ancient home of the Holy Grail? With Rick Steves' Great Britain 2007, travelers can experience Rick's favorite destinations in London, Bath, York, the Cotswolds, the Lake District, Edinburgh, and North Wales — economically and hassle-free. Completely revised and updated, Rick Steves' Great Britain 2007 includes opinionated coverage of both famous and lesser-known sights; friendly places to eat and sleep; suggested day plans; walking tours and trip itineraries; clear instructions for smooth travel anywhere by car, train, or foot; and Rick's newest "back door" discoveries. America's number one authority on travel to Europe, Rick's time-tested recommendations for safe and enjoyable travel in Europe have been used by millions of Americans in search of their own unique European travel experience.
Paperback: 552 pages; Publisher: Avalon Travel Publishing; Rev Ed edition (December 20, 2006); Language: English; ISBN-13: 978-1566918145

 Canal & Riverboat Magazine - voice of the waterways

Transport / How do I travel to Great Britain

 London Airports [ London Gatwick, London Heathrow Airport, London Stansted Airport ] 
 London City Airport
 Aberdeen Airport
 Edinburgh Airport
 Glasgow Airport
 Southampton Airport

 Airline Tickets / Bargain Flights - Flights to Great Britain

 Translink - For bus and rail services in Northern Ireland

 GB - AA - Automobile Association 
For the best routes in Great Britain, Republic and Northern Ireland, plus Europe
 GB - Green Flag Motoring Assistance Route Planner - Plan a route
Know where you're going but not sure how to get there? Their Route Planner can help. Simply give them the information they need and they will suggest either your shortest or quickest route. It's that easy!
 GB - RAC Motoring Service - Route Planner - Plan routes for the UK and Europe
See turns step by step, Label your own map, Plan pan-European routes, Zoom around and measure Europe.
 GB - UK JourneyPlanner 
Easy route and timetable planning service for UK transport

 Multimap.com - street-level maps, road maps; door-to-door travel directions; aerial photographs; and local information.
 Online Maps Great Britain [ Uni Texas - Perry-Castañeda Library - Map Collection Europe  ]


Links 

 Travel Insurance - online travel and holiday insurance for UK and Irish residents

 Visit Britain 
Accommodation, Essential Travel Information, Destinations to Visit, Attractions, Events, Britain for Less, Images of Britain, Holiday Inspiration, English Language Schools, Business Tourism etc.

 London - Capital City Great Britain

 Channel Islands 
Jersey, Guernsey and Alderney are the largest of the islands with a great variety of different attractions, both man-made and natural. Part of the attraction, of course, is the warmest climate in Britain. Around 2,000 hours of sunshine every year and plenty of lovely beaches on which to enjoy them. Friendly communities, a rugged coastline and gentle, unspoiled scenery make the islands ideal for anyone who wants to 'get out there' and explore on foot or by bike.
Try some island hopping and you'll also discover some fascinating history.
 Cumbria - the Lake District
Crisp mornings walking amid some of England's most breathtaking scenery; lazy afternoons pottering around charming villages; cosy nights in front of a roaring log fire tucking in to sumptuous homemade food…..need any more persuasion? A visit to Cumbria – the Lake District this season will be just the ticket to lift damp spirits and banish the winter blues, so why not book yourself a Winter break right now from the comfort of your own home.
 East England - East Anglia
Counties: Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Suffolk, Norfolk
Ipswich, Norwich,
 England
Visit England and discover a country of great contrast and diversity both in the places you go to and in the people you meet. All the regions of England are within easy reach of the exciting capital city, London, famed for first class culture, fascinating history and pageantry, its world-class restaurants and theatre.
Regions: London, Cumbria, East of England, Isle of Man, Heart of England, North West England,  Northumbria, South East England, Southern England, South West England, Yorkshire, Channel Islands.
 Heart of England
Here you'll experience sights, sounds and sensations that will live in your memory forever: Stunning vistas from the Peak District in Staffordshire, the magnificent splendor of grand stately homes and rumbling thunder of horses at racecourses up and down the region. The story of the Heart of England is written in a time -capsule of stone and iron - from mighty castles and cathedrals to the World Heritage Site at Ironbridge, birthplace of the industrial revolution. There are picturesque cottages in countless sleepy hamlets where, at the village inn, the tradition of hospitality spans centuries.
Cities: Birmingham, Derby, Hereford, Leicester, Lichfield, Lincoln, Nottingham, Stoke-on-Trent, Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester,
 Isle of Wight  - Island Breaks: Isle of Wight Tourism Website
Boasting award-winning beaches, unspoilt and spectacular scenery and a rich historical heritage, there are attractions, activities and adventures to suit visitors of all ages and nationalities. Discover picturesque villages , spectacular cliffs, downland, sandy beaches, rich farmlands, creeks, marshland, river valleys, and a rich diversity of wildlife, flora and fauna.
More than half the Island is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with 500 miles of award-winning public footpaths and bridleways, while almost 30 miles of its seashore is Heritage Coast.
Towns: Bembridge, Brading, Calbourne, Cowes, East Cowes, Freshwater, Newport, Ryde, Sandown, Sharklin, St. Lwarence, Ventnor, Wootton, Yarmouth,
 London
 Northern Ireland 
Vibrant cities with shopping, nightlife and festivals, outdoor activities, fabulous food and unspoilt retreats where you can unwind, relax and recharge.
Cities: Armagh, Belfast City [ capital ], Lisburn, Derry / Londonderry, Newry
 Northumbria - England's North East
Counties: Durham, Northumberland, Tees Valley, Tyne and Wear
Cities: Durham, Middlesbrough, Newcastle, Sunderland
Places: Alnwick, Ashington, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Cramlington, Darlington, Gateshead, Hetton-le Hole, Hexham, Lamhley Moor, Luton, Morpeth, Newcastle upon Tyne, Purfleet, Stockton-on-Tees, Trimdon Station, Woolsington
 North West England
England's Northwest has always been renowned for the diversity of places to visit and explore.
Beyond the urban confines of Manchester, the Lake District lies to the north, the Pennines rise off into the east toward Yorkshire and the captivating city of Liverpool lies to the west, on the coast of the Irish Sea.
Chester & Cheshire, Cumbria and Lake District, Lancashire
Liverpool & Merseyside, Manchester
 Scotland
Scotland is everything you imagine – whisky, golf, romance of the clans and a wealth of castles and historic sites. The Highlands area is one of the last wildernesses in Europe.
 South East England
Endless opportunities for great days out, short breaks and longer holidays, whatever you require.
The South East of England covers Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, East Sussex, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Kent, Oxford, Surrey and West Sussex.
 South West England
Bristol & Bath , Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Somerset, Wiltshire, Isles of Scily
 Southern England
Tranquil English countryside, historic cities, pageantry and royal palaces, world-famous sites of antiquity and breathtaking coastline. Centuries of history await you in Southern England, in its ancient cities and towns, formidable castles, pretty country cottages and gracious stately homes.
Cities: Bournemouth, Gosport, Oxford, Portsmouth, Reading, Salisbury, Winchester, Windsor
 Wales
Wales captivates visitors with its rich character and landscapes. The Welsh speak their own Celtic language as well as English and have their own culture, poetry and song, which they celebrate in concerts and unique summer festivals known as 'eisteddfodau'.
Cities: Abersoch, Anglesey, Cardiff, Chester, Holyhead, St. Davis, Swansey, Tenby, Welshpool.
 Wallace Arnold - England Holidays
"In England's green and pleasant land", the words from Jerusalem, are merely a taster for what's to come when you choose a Wallace Arnold holiday in England. Breathtaking beauty, diverse scenery, spectacular sights and historic cities can be found throughout the country. There's something for everyone, no matter what kind of holiday you're looking for.
 West Country = South West England
Bristol & Bath , Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Somerset, Wiltshire, Isles of Scily
 Yorkshire - England
Bradford, Doncaster, East Yorkshire and the Yorkshire Wolds, Harrogate, Herriot Country, Hull, Leeds, North York Moors, Northern Lincolnshire, Peak District, Pennine Yorkshire, Rotherham, Selby District, Sheffield, Wakefield, York, Yorkshire Coast, Yorkshire Dales

 Press - HoldtheFrontPage.co.uk - Regional Journalism in the UK - See Newspaper websites

Cuisine - Gastronomy

Bacon Roly-Poly, Bangers and Mash, Black Pudding, Bubble & Squeak, Cornish Pasties, Cottage Pie, Fish & Chips, Gingerbread, Hot Cross Buns, Hot Pot, Kedgeree new, Kippers, Lancashire Hotpot, Pie and Mash,  Ploughman's Lunch, Roast Beef, Roast Chicken, Roast lamb, Shepherd's Pie, Sponge Cake, Suet puddings, Toad-in-the-Hole, Tom Collins, Trifle, Yorkshire Pudding

 Traditional foods in England
 English Food - by Jane Grigson, Gillian Zeiner (Illustrator), Sophie Grigson
Paperback 400 pages; Penguin Books Ltd; ISBN: 0140273247
 Favourite Pudding Recipes: Traditional Ways to a Man's Heart - Birkett Foster
Paperback 48 pages; Publisher: J Salmon; ISBN: 1898435685
 Cookbooks Online 
Recipe books with a difference, traditional dishes from all around the British Isles, English, Scottish, Irish and Welsh containing hundreds of good food recipes to wet your appetite
 Traditional English food
 Traditional foods in England

History of Great Britain

 UK's History - Wikipedia - History_of_the_United_Kingdom
Conquests and Unions before 1800 [ Union of England and Wales; English conquest of Ireland; The Union of Two Crowns; Republican Rule 1649; The Act of Union 1707 ], The United Kingdom [ Act of Union 1800;  Ireland in the United Kingdom; Northern Ireland; The United Kingdom and the Commonwealth; Recent History; Devolution; Military History; Constituent Nations' Histories ]
 History and Landscape: The Guide to National Trust Properties in England, Wales and Northern Ireland
Lydia Greeves
Completely revised and update, this is the an illustrated guide to the National Trust properties.
Hardcover 448 pages (May 20, 2005); Publisher: National Trust; Language: English; ISBN: 0707803691

 English Heritage
 National Trust
 Your Memories
YourMemories.co.uk is a free-to-use website enabling folk to look back at other people's fond memories of their younger days, and also serves as a valuable research facility for students.

Music, Arts & Culture, Events & Entertainment

 Tales of the Yorkshire Coast - Arthur Godfrey
Paperback 64 pages (April 16, 2000); Publisher: Dalesman Publishing Company Ltd; ISBN: 1855681897
 British Culture: An Introduction - by David Christopher
Paperback 240 pages (September 23, 1999); Publisher: Routledge,an imprint of Taylor & Francis Books Ltd
 English folk and traditional music
guide to Internet resources relating to English folk music
 Traditional music & Folk related links - by area
 UK Culture - UK Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Web Portal / Search Engine / Directory

 Britannia Travels - America's Gateway to the British Isles
 English Nature
 Inland Waterways Association  - lots of stuff
 UK Waterways Network - directory
 Canals & Waterways
History and geography of many of the UK's inland waterways
 The Countryside Agency 
 The Ramblers Association
 UK Bus Journey Planner

 Explore North - all the information you need to explore the circumpolar North.
The Faroe Islands.
 Pictures of England
A website exploring the most beautiful towns, villages and countryside of England with countless photographs of the most beautiful and historically interesting places in England to visit.
 The Castles of Britain
From the ruins of old Sarum to the gothic majesty of Eastnor this web site contains features, pictures and links to over 200 of Britain's finest castles spread out from the profusion of defence structures placed strategically along the south coast to the clan held remote wilds of Scotland

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