Of all Britain's cities, few make such a diverse - and easy - escape from London as the 'twin sisters' of Bristol and Bath. Though just 19 kms (12 miles) apart, each is a standard bearer of a different age. Bath, with its elegant architecture, is the place of the Romans and Jane Austen. Bristol is a...
Concerts in Buckingham Palace garden; beacons and fireworks; ceremonial processions and a carnival pageant -- these are among the highlights of celebrations marking the Golden Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. In 2002 she will have been monarch and head of state of the United Kingdom for half a century...
The City of Manchester Stadium - part of Sportcity, Britain's largest sports development - is taking shape ready for the games. It will continue to benefit visitors and residents long after they end. The 38,000 capacity stadium will become home to Manchester City Football Club. The nearby squash cen...