United Kingdom

Discover the United Kingdom: A Tapestry of History, Royalty, and Natural Wonders

Embark on a journey to the United Kingdom, an archipelago where history and modernity intertwine in a rich tapestry that spans thousands of years. Located off the northwestern coast of mainland Europe, the UK is composed of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, each with its own unique heritage and allure. From the Neolithic Orkney to the Roman baths of Bath, the Norman conquest to the industrial revolution, the UK's legacy is as diverse as its landscapes.

Chronicles of the Isles: A Storied Past

The United Kingdom's narrative is marked by legendary monarchs, literary greats, and epoch-defining events. Its sovereignty has influenced global history, language, and culture, with a monarchy that continues to capture the world's imagination.

London: The Crown Jewel

In the heart of the UK, London stands as a global metropolis, boasting landmarks such as the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the Houses of Parliament, alongside the modernity of the Shard and the cultural haven of the West End.

Edinburgh: A Capital of Culture

Travel north to Scotland's Edinburgh, where the iconic Edinburgh Castle looms over a city renowned for its festivals, arts, and the historic Royal Mile.

The Lake District: Nature's Masterpiece

England's Lake District offers tranquil beauty, with its idyllic lakes, mountainous landscapes, and literary associations with Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter.

The Giant's Causeway: Geological Splendor

In Northern Ireland, the Giant's Causeway showcases an awe-inspiring coastal landscape of basalt columns, born from volcanic fury and Irish legend.

From the rugged coasts of Cornwall to the sweeping valleys of Wales, and the picturesque glens of the Scottish Highlands, the United Kingdom invites exploration of its castles, cathedrals, and quaint villages. As you traverse through travel.frogsfolly.com, let us guide you through the UK's living history, its vibrant cultures, and its awe-inspiring natural beauty. Join us to discover the United Kingdom—a land where every stone tells a story and every landscape inspires a dream.

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<p>G-XLEF<br />
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Airbus A380-841<br />
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British Airways<br />
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London Heathrow Airport (LHR / EGLL)<br />
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Off to San Francisco.<br />
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24.1.26.</p>
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<p>Photographed on a very cold but clear winter's morning in Moreton Pinkney, England, United Kingdom.</p>
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<p>Wearing my Dr Who scarf and a beanie knitted to match by my sister Susan. Photographed in Moreton Pinkney, England, United Kingdom.</p>
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<p>The 4th Battalion, Ranger Regiment (4 RANGER) conducting a training exercise at RAF Leeming on 30th January 2026 Conducted over two weeks in January 2026<br />
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Flying low over the moorland, two Chinooks support a land attack by Jackal 2 assault vehicles. After the target was secured, the Chinooks touched down, and the special operations forces embarked again, flying back to their base at RAF Leeming in North Yorkshire. Conducted over two weeks in January 2026, Exercise HYPERION STORM is a validation exercise for the Task Groups who will be under the command of the Special Operations Command Centre (SOCC). <br />
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After two years of intensive preparation and training, including the building of a new NATO Joint Operations Headquarters, the UK is ready to lead the NATO Allied Reaction Force (ARF) Special Operations Component. Growing in complexity, the rigorous training has built on the skills required for Special Operations to ensure they are fully interoperable with NATO partners.<br />
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Unique in that it commands a Joint Special Operations Force (SOF) of Maritime, Land and Air task groups, the Special Operations Component Command (SOCC) was successfully validated in Norway by the NATO Special Operations Forces Command Evaluation team.<br />
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Ex Hyperion Storm is a validation exercise for the Task Groups that will be under the command of the SOCC. It requires the Special Operations Maritime Task Group (SOMTG), the Special Operations Land Task Group (SOLTG) and the Special Operations Air Task Group (SOATG) to be tested on their core skills: Special reconnaissance (SR); Direct Action (DA) and Military Assistance (MA). In addition to these UK Task Groups, the SOCC will command a Spanish Special Operations Land Task Group. <br />
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Photographer: Cpl Callum Taylor</p>
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<p>On 31 January 2026, 42 Commando, Royal Marines, The 4th Battalion, Ranger Regiment (4 RANGER) and 2 Squadron, RAF Regiment conducting two simultaneous assaults on a target building to neutralise the threat during a training exercise as part of Exercise HYPERION STORM.<br />
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Flying low over the moorland, two Chinooks support a land attack by Jackal 2 assault vehicles. After the target was secured, the Chinooks touched down, and the special operations forces embarked again, flying back to their base at RAF Leeming in North Yorkshire. Conducted over two weeks in January 2026, Exercise HYPERION STORM is a validation exercise for the Task Groups who will be under the command of the Special Operations Command Centre (SOCC). <br />
<br />
After two years of intensive preparation and training, including the building of a new NATO Joint Operations Headquarters, the UK is ready to lead the NATO Allied Reaction Force (ARF) Special Operations Component. Growing in complexity, the rigorous training has built on the skills required for Special Operations to ensure they are fully interoperable with NATO partners.<br />
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Unique in that it commands a Joint Special Operations Force (SOF) of Maritime, Land and Air task groups, the Special Operations Component Command (SOCC) was successfully validated in Norway by the NATO Special Operations Forces Command Evaluation team.<br />
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Ex Hyperion Storm is a validation exercise for the Task Groups that will be under the command of the SOCC. It requires the Special Operations Maritime Task Group (SOMTG), the Special Operations Land Task Group (SOLTG) and the Special Operations Air Task Group (SOATG) to be tested on their core skills: Special reconnaissance (SR); Direct Action (DA) and Military Assistance (MA). In addition to these UK Task Groups, the SOCC will command a Spanish Special Operations Land Task Group. <br />
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Photographer: Cpl Danielle Dawson</p>
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<p>Commentary.<br />
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I wonder how many millions of photographs<br />
have been taken of this castle, across the river?<br />
In my many visits it seems that few visitors can resist<br />
the visual combination of trees, river, banks, ramparts and Castle.<br />
Short though the river is, 12 miles,<br />
it is frequented by “waders” fishing for salmon.<br />
It is pure, clear and fast with rocky cataracts and islands<br />
along its delightful course.<br />
In the Great Glen, and along with <br />
Telford’s, navigable, Caledonian Canal,<br />
it links four sea areas in the east-<br />
North Sea, Moray Firth, Inverness Firth and Beauly Firth<br />
to the Atlantic Ocean in the west,<br />
via three fresh-water lochs-Ness, Oich, Lochy<br />
and one sea-loch, Loch Linnhe.<br />
A superb river in a magnificent glen.</p>
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<p>The Great Promenade Show is a series of outdoor art installations set on the 2 km sea defences along Blackpool's south shore. <br />
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The works were commissioned by Blackpool Council from both established and emerging artists to animate the promenade and offer a creative attraction to the town's residents and 11 million annual visitors.<br />
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The vision for the artworks is that of an outdoor gallery or a visual variety show, a programme of 'acts', each one reflecting an aspect of Blackpool's diverse character.<br />
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Glam Rocks - Peter Freeman, 2001. Sprayed concrete rendered with marble-lite and fitted with stainless steel and glass light points.</p>
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