42 Funny Facts About The UK

The United Kingdom, sometimes referred to as Great Britain (or is it? – more on that below), generally includes the separate nations of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Well – it doesn’t include Northern Ireland if you’re calling it Britain, but let’s not get ahead of ourselves! It is one of the most influential …

40 Fun Facts About Cornwall

Rugged, rural and crammed with history, Cornwall is one of the most popular holiday resorts in the whole of the UK. But how much do we really know about the county? Before you go on a rambling holiday or tuck into any of the famous local ice cream, be sure to make room for these …

17 Sensational Facts About The Isles of Scilly

They’re one of the UK’s best kept secrets, but now is the time to shine a light on them and show the whole world just what’s on offer. Here’s some fun facts about The Isles of Scilly… 1. What is Scilly, officially? The Isles of Scilly are actually a chain of islands known as an …

34 Eye-Opening Facts About England

There’s likely to be plenty about England you don’t already know! Even if you were born here, the country is steeped deep in history – from humble beginnings to the rise of the British empire – as well as plenty of infighting with Scotland in between – the English heritage is one which has marvelled …