United Kingdom
Made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, the UK packs a huge amount into a relatively small place.
It’s the land of King Arthur, William Shakespeare, Isaac Newton, David Attenborough, Queen Elizabeth II, the Beatles, James Bond, the pub, cricket, Big Ben, fish and chips, red telephone boxes, Harry Potter. The list of British cultural icons is long.
It’s also extremely geographically and culturally diverse. From London, the capital and one of the world’s most important and international cities, to tiny picture-perfect villages set against gently rolling countryside. It has 11,000 miles of varied coastline, ancient forests, vast stretches of moorland, and the wild Highlands of Scotland.
With an extensive public transport network, it’s a really easy place to get around. Perfect for exploring!
Factsheet
| Approximate Area: | 94,000 sq mi (242,000 km2) |
| Approximate Population: | 68 million |
| Currency: | Pound sterling |
| Official Language: | English |
| International Dialling Code: | + 44 |
| Drives on the: | Left |
Where to go
Wild Camping In Scotland: The Ultimate Guide
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Walks In Galloway Forest Park: The Highlands Of The Lowlands
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Camping In Galloway Forest Park: Beautiful And Untouched
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Best Walks In North London: A Guide
Looking for the best walks in North London? Leafy North London has some of the best walks in the capital. And best of all, many are well-connected and easily accessible by public transport. These are some of my favourite self-guided