Watch UK telly: Majesty and Mortar: Britain’s Great Palaces

Top 25 British slang words – and one word Americans should NEVER say in England!

As Winston Churchill famously said, England and America are “Two countries separated by a common language.” It’s true, there are many things that divide us....

Blimey! Take a look at some of the most expensive homes and streets in Britain!

A new list of the most expensive postcodes to live in Britain came out today and it’s really quite surprising “how the other half lives”...

8 Things you need to know about Guy Fawkes and Bonfire Night

Remember, remember the 5th of November…Gunpowder..treason..and plot! Tomorrow is November 5th, a very special day where the great people of Britain mark the execution of...

Revealed: Stonehenge part of oldest UK settlement…and Brits ate frog legs first!

One of the “must sees” when visiting England is the world famous ancient site of Stonehenge. And today experts have confirmed the county of Amesbury, which includes the...

Fancy owning a flat in Knightsbridge, London for just £5?

Couldn’t resist writing about this brilliant competition. For a £5 (about $7) entry you could win a bloomin’ gorgeous flat in the middle of Knightsbridge,...

An American in London – an Anglophile’s first trip across the pond

The following is the start of a new series of guest posts – have you visited Britain for the first time and want to share...

7 Things you (probably) didn’t know about Wimbledon

It’s that time of year again! Lashings of Strawberries and cream… and Pimms! Yes, the game of Kings and Queens returns. First started in 1877,...

7 reasons living in America beats living in Britain

One of the hardest things when I return home to England every year for my annual “eat Christmas pudding and get fat” event, is missing...

Why there’s a bit of England (literally) in New York

Live in New York and fancy stepping foot on a piece of England? Head down to Waterside Plaza on the East River in New York...

What does Blimey mean in England? The definition of Blimey

One of the major search terms I get to this website is “What does Blimey mean in England” and “The definition of Blimey” – and...

Oh Scotland! 8 of the most magnificent Scottish Castles

On the Photos of Britain Instagram feed, Castles are by far one of the most popular photographs featured. There is something so desperately romantic about...

Top 25 unspoilt delights in England by Winnie-the-Pooh

I used to love Winnie-the-Pooh growing up, so when I got to actually play Pooh sticks on the famous bridge in England, I couldn’t resist....

17 of the Greatest, Great British People Problems!

We all have problems, everyone and everywhere in the world. But there really isn’t anything quite like British people problems. Often overlooked by outsiders, for many...

How the British broke the Nazis with…cups of tea!

Love this story about a clever bit of British ingenuity during World War 2. It shows when it comes to having a cup of good...

Stinky History: Watch The History of Black Death in England

In the summer of 1348, the English could be forgiven for thinking themselves unconquerable ….and so begins this fascinating documentary “A History of Britain, King...

Lake District tour to the Rannerdale Knotts Bluebells in 4K!

30 essential words you must learn before visiting Britain

Visiting any new country invariably means you have to get used to their specific customs and cultures. In America, for instance, I have to eat a...

5 very good reasons NOT to date a man with a British accent!

There are probably a few things you need to know. I suggest you sit down. Because of the popularity of many TV shows like Doctor...