In this issue

The extraordinarily dry summer is finally giving way to a more traditionally, soggy autumn and thoughts are turning to the celebrations of Halloween and Guy Fawkes Night, before the joyous riot of consumption at Christmas and the New Year. We invite you to join in the festivities, all around the UK, but particularly in London’s
Christmas fun, and bring you some ideas of stylish gifts - especially from Scotland - for your favourite people. For many, however, this is the time to look ahead to travels in 2019 and we hope we can inspire with this issue’s features on serene Cambridge, fashionable Victorian spa towns and the West Country delights of Bristol, Somerset and Plymouth. The essence of ‘Britishness’ can be found in our features on famous garden designers, ecclesiastic Stained Glass and Royal Warrants, some still ‘open for business’. Among our regular offerings, look out for travel news and, in our Cultural Agenda, the pick of the shows, exhibitions and performances coming your way. The ever-popular Mary Poppins has been amazing children, of all ages, for 53 years, since Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke first danced around the rooftops! This December sees the release of Disney’s sequel ‘Mary Poppins Returns’, starring Emily Blunt, coinciding with re-issues of the original books and a revival of the enduring West End musical. Whether you’re reading this in some far-flung airport lounge or curled up at home on the sofa, we wish you hours of happy content and the merriest of festive seasons to come!

Royal Yacht Britannia

Welcome to the floating palace Over its working life of 44 YEARS, this SLEEK YACHT became an ICONIC SYMBOL of the splendour of our ROYAL FAMILY and is now giving joy to an ever wider public.

3 mins

A Nice Cup Made In Britain

Renowned the world over for its impressive history of ceramics production, British pottery is some of the most distinctive and enduring in the world. Emma Johnson visits the home of British pottery to meet the makers.

7 mins

The Corinthia

Opened to much fanfare in 2011, The Corinithia is one of London's chicest hotels, with a loyal A-list clientele and jaw-dropping design to match. Emma Johnson mingles with the glitterati.

3 mins

Dorset Square

A magnificent overnight stay awaits in Marylebone, overlooking a leafy, private garden square.

2 mins

Oban Gateway To The Western Isles

Robin Glover visits Western Argyll, portal to the wild Hebridean isles of Colonsay, Coll, Tiree, Barra and South Uist, and stepping-stone to Mull. Oban is a magnet for holiday-makers and lovers of fine seafood.

2 mins

Made In Britain

Whether they source their leather from British tanneries, or have kept the same workshop in London for decades, British brands old and new are still sourcing, manufacturing and designing gorgeous leather bags, shoes and accessories throughout the UK, setting a high standard for quality across the industry.

9 mins

Shopping Institutions

London boasts more than its fair share of historic department stores, real city stalwarts which have been serving the varying needs of London shoppers for centuries. From decadent riches at Fortnum & Masons and posh silks at Liberty, to the mod cons of Selfridges and the chic halls of Harrods, these iconic shops, and their classic buildings, are a vital part of London society, and destinations in their own right.

4 mins

Holidays In Historic Buildings

The Landmark Trust has succeeded in linking tourism with British heritage in a winning combination.

7 mins

Inverness

Known as the gateway to the rugged Highlands of Scotland and, beyond, to the Northern Isles, Orkney and Shetland but holding many rewarding secrets, closer to home.

7 mins

Leeds Castle

'The loveliest Castle in the world' .Centuries of England’s history, from life as the residence of six medieval Queens, and of King Henry VIII, to the 20th century injection of US wealth, have left their mark on this uniquely beautiful estate.

4 mins

From The Airport To The Countryside

With frequent train and bus links running from Britain’s major airports, you can step off the plane and find yourself among amazing natural landscapes within two hours, or even just 20 minutes. Here are a selection of country getaways from airports in England, Scotland and Wales.

5 mins

The Went Worth Experience

The birthplace of the RYDER CUP has always been synonymous with British golf. Major new investment over the past year by owners Reignwood Group is now propelling WENTWORTH into becoming the PREMIER private golf and country club in the world.

4 mins

Artisan Jewellery

The British jewellery industry has gone through a massive overhaul in the past half century, its ancient heritage making way for new designers with modern ideas and a fresh take on style and design. Emma Johnson goes on a gem hunt skill that the British jewellery industry still enjoys.

6 mins

Edinburgh Scotland's Historic And Spirited Capital

We take a look at this magnificent city in Scotland’s 2017 Year of History, Heritage, and Archaeology, with a host of events coming up in celebration.

3 mins

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Exclusively British magazine is a stylish, premium, bi-monthly travel and lifestyle publication showcasing the very best of Britain, for both international visitors on vacation here in the UK, and British residents on a staycation in the UK.