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Arts & culture

England is, culturally-speaking, almost incomparable to any other destination. Find the best fine art galleries, world-renowned theatre and stage productions, museums and a legendary list of musicians and bands, both past and present.

 

See some of the world’s most interesting artifacts in England’s museums or experience the unique atmosphere of a stage production at one of England’s best theatres . Picture yourself in the spotlight at famous film locations across the country and marvel at one-of-a-kind architectural masterpieces .


Creative hubs and artistic excellence

Bullring, Birmingham; Copyright: Visit Birmingham;

Discovering Digbeth

Discover Birmingham's beating heart - a hub of pubs, clubs and creativity.

Bristol Harbourside; Copyright: Tamany Baker ;

Bristol Harbourside

Bristol’s Harbourside is alive with pure West Country energy.

South Bank London; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

London's South Bank & Bankside

Browse the riverside book and art stalls and hit Tate Modern.

Old school and contemporary cool

The Lowry, Manchester; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

The Lowry, Salford

Superb arts and entertainment centre named after one of Manchester's favourite sons.

Baltic, NewcastleGateshead; VB Images;

Newcastle art scene

From Gormley's Angel to the innovative exhibitions at the Baltic and the city's iconic architecture.

VEGAS Gallery, London; Copyright: VEGAS Gallery;

Vyner Street, London

Contemporary art and some of the best up-and-coming talent the art world.

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