The 'famous British weather' really makes the
late spring and summer months the best time to visit the UK. This is when you
can enjoy the many sites of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales with less of a
chance of being rain on!
If the weather doesn't bother you, it may be best
to contact the British Tourist Authority at http://www.visitbritain.com
to find out about any major events that might be taking place at the time of
your travels. It is also advisable to steer clear of public holidays, when many
of the attractions and shops will be closed. Similarly, school holiday periods
will invariably make towns and cities busier during the week. Below is a list of
British Bank Holidays:
January: 1st - New Years Day
March/April: Good Friday and Easter Sunday
(Check at http://www.visitbritain.com
to find the exact date of this as it changes every year)
May: First Monday in May - May day and
Last Monday in May - Bank Holiday
August: Last Monday in August - Bank
Holiday
December: 25th - Christmas day and 26th -
Boxing Day
The
UK has a long history - In particular, the capital city, London has a vast array
of historical landmarks. Tower Bridge, Hampton Court Paace, The Houses of
Parliament, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey and Kensington Palace
are just some of the popular buildings displaying old English architecture. More
modern exhibits include the London Eye, Madame Tussaud's/Panetatium, The London
Dungeon and the Tate Modern, and are the most popular attractions in Central
London. London also offers a comprehensive tube systems to travel to your chosen
destination or if you would rather, open top bus tours are also available.
However,
London is not the only source of culture and entertainment in the UK. The most
popular include Stonehenge, Roman Baths, Kew Royal Botanical Gardens and
Warwick Castle. For more modern attractions, you may wish to try Chessington
World of Adventures, Alton Towers, Thorpe Park, Beaulieu, The Eden Project and
Legoland.