27 Feb 2017
Britain Calling February 2017

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Adventure into the countryside and enjoy in the breath taking landscape that Britain has to offer, our Countryside is GREAT guide provides a fountain of knowledge for Countryside stories. With the exciting new film King Arthur: Legend of the Sword coming to cinemas this May, it's time to explore the filming locations which showcases Britain's natural beauty.

Sailors and boaties ahoy! Set sail for Britain and experience the water like never before. Take in the maritime heritage of Britain, see some of the  tallest ships in the world or climb aboard a custom built cruiser at events and festivals taking place across Britain this year.

If music is what you crave then take a trip Liverpool, get up close and personal with Britain's music legends at the British Music Experience, opening in March. Or, if you're a foodie, strap on your aprons and get set to cook like the pro, learn all the tips and tricks on a luxury cooking experience in some of Britain's finest cookery schools.

Remember to share your Amazing Moments in Britain with us too using #OMGB

New edition of Countryside is GREAT: a content guide for international media

Welcome to the fifth edition of VisitBritain's Countryside is GREAT content guide for international media, packed with story ideas about how visitors can make the most out of the British countryside and experience their own amazing OMGB moments.

To find out more click here.

Explore Britain's King Arthur filming locations

Prepare for King Arthur fever! May 2017 sees the release of the major new film King Arthur: Legend of the Sword. Director Guy Ritchie and a Hollywood cast including Charlie Hunnman and Jude Law retell the classic story of the legendary British leader made famous by medieval mythology. Take your own Arthurian pilgrimage around these dramatic British filming locations used in King Arthur: Legend of the Sword, from Isle of Skye's rugged landscapes to majestic Windsor Great Park.

To read more click here.

Set Sail for Britain!

Around 40 tall ships - those that have at least one tall mast - we be gathering in Greenwich in April for the start of an epic transatlantic race.

It's the perfect time to explore Britain's bounty of boats - set sail to one of the following maritime treasures.

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Take a trip to musical Liverpool

The British Music Experience completes its move from London to Liverpool on 9 March, reopening its doors to the public. Liverpool, in north-west England, has plenty to boast about – it's home to two Premier League football teams; its waterfront is a UNESCO World Heritage Site; and it has Britain's second-highest concentration of national museums, holding world-famous objects from around the globe. But what it is best known for is music, and being the birthplace of Britain's most successful band.

Read more about what experiences you can have here.

Six of the best: luxury cooking courses

Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of a Michelin-starred chef's award-winning kitchen, or wanted to learn the secrets of how to produce top-level restaurant dishes? Whether you're a total novice or a talented amateur, Britain's best cookery schools – including a new one opening this March - have a course for you. So tie on your apron, unleash your creativity, and get cooking!

To find out more click here.