Recently, our British TV site got a question about British garden centres: “What’s the deal with garden centres in the UK? I’ve heard a couple shows mention them, but I don’t think we have those in the US. Is it like the plant section at Walmart?” Yes and no. A British garden centre is quite …
For a first-time visitor (or even a tenth-time visitor), London can be a bit intimidating. It’s a bustling, multicultural city of more than 8 million people, hundreds of museums, and 32 boroughs. How in the world is somebody supposed to know where to start? Assuming you’re not on a package trip, it’s safe to assume …
On our most recent trip to the UK, we were lucky enough to spend a few days around Loch Ness. Specifically, we stayed in Drumnadrochit, the epicenter of Nessie tourism. It turned out to be one of the best spots we’ve visited yet. There’s actually quite a lot to do in the area, and …
Read morePlanning Your Loch Ness Visit in the Scottish Highlands
It’s not uncommon for visitors to the UK to want to track down the locations of some of their favorite British TV shows. Whether you’re a fan of Gavin and Stacey, Doc Martin, Call the Midwife, or something completely different, it’s only natural to want to see the settings that have become so familiar – …
Read moreWhere is Broadchurch Set in England? A Guide to Broadchurch Filming Locations
Most of us can immediately recognize a thatched roof cottage without any trouble, but few people realize just how long people have been building homes this way. The use of thatching in roofs is a tradition that dates back to at least the Bronze Age, and it was born out of the need for lightweight, …
Given that most people won’t get to go to England all that many times in their lives, we here at IHeartBritain.com are strong advocates of planning your own trip rather than buying an all-inclusive package tour. Package tours are generally pretty broad, and unless it’s a specialty tour that caters to your interests, you’re likely …
Read more7 Great British TV and Movie Tours In & Around the Cotswolds
The Cotswolds may seem like a quaint and idyllic vacation destination, but we know better. We’ve seen the murder mysteries. It’s not just a haven for fictional murderers, either. The Cotswolds are chock full of offbeat, strange, and downright sinister activities to help you indulge your inner weirdo. To help you get started, we’ve gathered …
One of the loveliest things about British culture is that for all the friendly arguments and name-calling, most people are happy to pitch in when someone needs a little help – and that’s exactly what was needed at one Southampton bookshop this week. After a rent increase left them unable to afford their old digs, …
Read moreSouthampton Residents Create a Human Chain to Help Move a Local Bookshop
Overtourism in the UK Lately, it seems like there’s been an increase in articles about the impact of tourism in the UK, and spoiler alert – most of it’s not good news. Inconsiderate tourists are flooding popular destinations, trashing the countryside, and generally making life harder for both residents and responsible visitors. Tourism in the …
Prime Day 2018 is on July 16th, and while there are far too many sales and deals to list here, there is one we wanted to point out. Today, you can try Kindle Unlimited for 3 months for 99 cents. It’s normally $9.99/month, which is still a great value for voracious readers – but this …
Read moreAmazon Prime Day: British Books on Kindle Unlimited