Britain

BRITAIN - The Official Magazine is the perfect choice for everyone with a thirst to know more about the UK's rich history and traditions. Each issue is a glorious surprise, packed with tales of kings and queens, heroes and villains and the stories behind our castles and cathedrals, stately homes and gardens, countryside and coastline.

EDITOR’S LETTER

Britain

YOUR LETTERS • Write to us with your thoughts on the magazine and memories of Britain

THE BULLETIN • A new perspective on Bath, at home with the Boleyns, and the scent of Britain

SWEET as PIE • Take a gourmet tour of the Cotswolds and discover a thriving food and wine culture in country pubs, ancient market towns and vibrant farmers’ markets

A LUXURY STAY IN A COTSWOLDS MANOR

HIS Finest HOUR • Winston Churchill was born 150 years ago. We look back on the extraordinary life of the inspirational statesman, writer, orator and leader

HOUSE of TREASURES • Burghley is England’s greatest Elizabethan house, whose priceless works of art were collected by extravagant earls on lavish grand tours. But its latest treasure came from a more unexpected source

THE WITCHING HOUR • Witches are only seen at Hallowe’en these days, but in the 17th century a growing fear of witchcraft and sorcery sparked widespread witch hunts, as paranoia spread throughout the land

GREAT SAVINGS WHEN YOU SUBSCRIBE

A palace in miniature • Celebrating its centenary this year, Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House at Windsor Castle showcases an array of tiny treasures, from a fully strung miniature grand piano to a mini set of Crown Jewels inset with real diamonds

The Ultimate Collector’s Souvenir

CREATIVE ESCAPES • Looking for a creative break in beautiful surroundings? We pick some of Britain’s best places for mastering a skill, from beekeeping to basket-weaving

On the CASTLE TRAIL • Sitting on the long-contested Welsh border, Monmouthshire was once a place of violent turmoil. Now it’s all scenic landscapes and bustling market towns – but nine fortresses remain to tell the story

PETWORTH • This historic market town brims with Sussex style and charm

HEROES OF THE SEA • The Royal National Lifeboat Institution was founded 200 years ago in a London tavern, and has gone on to save nearly 150,000 lives at sea

CANTERBURY • From its magnificent cathedral and riverside gardens to its bustling pubs and tearooms, this historic city is a joy to explore

A day with… MARK LORD HEAD BEADLE, BURLINGTON ARCADE • Mark Lord has been part of the oldest and smallest police force in Britain for 22 years, looking after the historic London shopping thoroughfare, Burlington Arcade

Original London gin • Our columnist soaks up the spirited history of London gin on a tour of the Beefeater distillery