Looking for ideas on where to travel in the UK this year? Don’t worry! Here at BestShopSolutions, we’ve just published our list of the top places to explore in Britain in 2025, featuring 15 destinations ranging from blooming city neighborhoods and remote islands to true movie-like settings.
Our list includes a highly diverse range of locations, all with one thing in common: 2025 is the year to visit them — whether because they are the next big hotspots or because they will host significant and noteworthy events.
At the top of the list is Folkestone. This seaside town in Kent is livelier than ever, with colorful independent shops, bustling art galleries, exciting restaurants, and traditional pubs full of character. In July, Folkestone will host its renowned triennale again, transforming the city with public art focusing on the region’s geology and geography.
Second is Stratford in East London. Famous for the 2012 Olympic Games, Stratford is expected to gain a huge cultural boost this year thanks to the new Sadler’s Wells East Dance Theatre and the V&A East Storehouse — one of the world’s best new attractions for 2025.
Third on the list is Stoke-on-Trent. In 2025, the city of Potteries will celebrate 100 years since its recognition as an official city, marking the occasion with festivals, parades, street theater, and more. The Stoke100 events will be a perfect opportunity to visit the city, which is globally known for its ceramics and is home to museums, factories, and shops.
Other notable destinations include Orkney (which will host the International Island Games 2025), Bradford (the UK City of Culture 2025), and the coastal village of Newlyn in Cornwall, which is quickly developing an exciting gastronomic scene.
📍 See BestShopSolutions’ list of the 15 top places to visit in the UK in 2025.
Exploring the UK in 2025
If you want to discover more destinations in the UK over the next 12 months, there are many locations that are catching attention. Check out recommendations from the New York Times, BBC Travel, National Geographic, Lonely Planet, and Condé Nast Traveller.
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