Walking in the footsteps

Discover the stories behind our myths and legends, and the places which inspired our musical and literary giants - from The Beatles to Jane Austen to Beatrix Potter.

Visit the home of an Arabian hero, find out the story behind a legend of the industrial age and immerse yourself in all things Shakespeare in Stratford-upon-Avon.

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An Arabian hero and a literary legend

Clouds Hill, Dorset; Copyright: Tony Gill;

TE Lawrence's Clouds Hill

Follow in the footsteps of an Arabian hero.

JORVIK Viking Centre

Get acquainted with Ivar The Boneless at this superb 9th Century time capsule.

Pulteney Bridge, Bath; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

Jane Austen's Bath

The life and times of Bath’s most famous resident.

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Beatles Story, Liverpool; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

Music legends

From northern meccas of The Beatles and New Order to the spiritual home of classical music.

Music legends

Shambles at Night, York; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

Myths and legends

Visit the 'most haunted village in England' or go in search of the knights of the Round Table.

Myths and legends

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