The Museum of British Surfing recently opened in Braunton, North Devon, with exhibitions detailing the country’s role in the history of the sport.
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The official 2012 Torch Relay is set to begin in May, passing through a stellar line-up of the UK’s greatest attractions as it spreads the word about the Olympic Games.
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Long before a “back to basics” approach to cooking became trendy in the UK, this fertile English region was already renowned for its use of locally-sourced, fresh ingredients.
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These restaurants experiment with avant-garde cooking, decor and mixology, making wining and dining in the British capital a chemistry experiment with a cult foodie following.
Cycle the remote roads of the Western Isles to the country’s mountainous heart, with visits to some of its famous lochs and landmarks on the way
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The way of the shepherd
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