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><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/144291588@N06/55605234520/" title="Mountains and freshwater islands of Loch Morar at sunset from Morar Cross, Lochaber, Inverness-shire, Scotland."><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55605234520_4368ac5615_m.jpg" width="240" height="160" alt="Mountains and freshwater islands of Loch Morar at sunset from Morar Cross, Lochaber, Inverness-shire, Scotland." /></a></p>

<p>Poem.<br />
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Sunsets looking west to Morar Bay<br />
and the Island of Rum<br />
are bewilderingly beautiful.<br />
But, here, the sun sets on the eastern<br />
view of Loch Morar and its<br />
pristine and enchanting islands.<br />
A golden glow emanates<br />
from the ancient Scots Pines,<br />
headlands, along the shore,<br />
and the mountains beyond.<br />
Calm water provides lustrous<br />
reflections and an ethereal ambience<br />
of mystical enchantment.</p>
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<p>Portrait of the Marchioness of Cholmondeley (John Singer Sargent), 1912) On loan from private collection..<br />
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John Singer Sargent (January 12, 1856 – April 15, 1925) was an American expatriate artist, considered the &quot;leading portrait painter of his generation&quot; for his evocations of Belle Époque and Edwardian-era luxury. He spent much of his career in England and was part of an artists’ colony that formed in the small village of Broadway, Worcestershire from 1885-1889. Consisting of artists from America and Europe, such as Francis Davis Millet, and Edwin Austin Abbey, the colony assembled at Broadway each summer.</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/144291588@N06/55603305172/" title="Panorama of the Lewes area of East Sussex. Glyndebourne Operatic Theatre is upper right, near Glynn Village. Mount Caburn, popular for Hang-Gliding, is centre and Lewes in the valley of the River Ouse is upper left of centre, East Sussex, England."><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55603305172_c8f5746c2a_m.jpg" width="240" height="75" alt="Panorama of the Lewes area of East Sussex. Glyndebourne Operatic Theatre is upper right, near Glynn Village. Mount Caburn, popular for Hang-Gliding, is centre and Lewes in the valley of the River Ouse is upper left of centre, East Sussex, England." /></a></p>

<p>Poem.<br />
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Up where the skies are wide<br />
and oxygen nears its 20%.<br />
Views are 360°<br />
and it feels one can see forever.<br />
Glynde village and the town of Lewes becomes toy-towns,<br />
the fields a green, yellow and beige chess-board<br />
and the clouds like a bubbling test-tube of mysterious gases.<br />
The hills are chalk monoliths cradling a beautiful and unique ecosystem.<br />
Up here, for a while, problems and troubles are blown away in a gentle breeze and replaced by an awesome awareness of the wonder of this incredible world.</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/kaszeta/55603217367/" title="Procession of the Worshipful Company of Woolmen"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55603217367_b73b80b4c2_m.jpg" width="160" height="240" alt="Procession of the Worshipful Company of Woolmen" /></a></p>


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<p>Not the subtle irony of wearing mink and ermine stoles instead of something made out of, well, wool.</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/kaszeta/55604407469/" title="Freeman of the Worshipful Company of Woolmen"><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55604407469_c233894029_m.jpg" width="160" height="240" alt="Freeman of the Worshipful Company of Woolmen" /></a></p>

<p>Most of the Freemen of the City of London were out in full regalia.  Many other folks went max shepherd-core and dressed as traditional plaid-wearing shepherds, carrying crooks.</p>
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<p>Centenary Re-dedication of the Guards Memorial by Princess Anne<br />
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16 October 2026 marked 100 years since the unveiling of the Guards Memorial in St James’s Park opposite Horse Guards Parade. Her Royal Highness Princess Anne, The Princess Royal, Colonel The Blues and Royals, unveiled the Memorial as part of the centenary dedication.<br />
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The event sought, where practicable, to replicate the ceremonial effect of the original unveiling and honour those members of the Foot Guards who served and fell during the Great War and in subsequent service in war and peace.<br />
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The Guards formed up at Wellington Barracks before marching to the Guards Memorial: the Guards marched on, veterans fell in behind them, officers fell in and drew swords, the Colours were marched on whilst the Guards present arms.<br />
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For a century, the Memorial has stood overlooking Horse Guards Parade. The inscriptions on the monument were later updated to honour those who died during the Second World War.<br />
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Troops from the Household Cavalry and the Foot Guards, together with the Yeomen of the Guard, a Guards Band, the Pipes and Drums of the Scots Guards and the London Scottish Regiment Association and veterans, fell in at Wellington Barracks, marched to the Guards Memorial for the re-dedication service and then marched back to Wellington Barracks where they marched past Princess Anne.<br />
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The Princess Royal said each generation has a responsibility to remember the sacrifices of fallen soldiers as she rededicated the newly-restored Guards Memorial to the Foot Guards regiments. The re-dedication marks 100 years since the memorial was unveiled by the Duke of Connaught in front of 15,000 veterans of the First World War<br />
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In her address Princess Anne said: <br />
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“As we gather here a century later, our foremost purpose remains to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice. We honour the officers, warrant officers, non-commissioned officers and men of the Guards Division who laid down their lives in the service of King and country. This memorial stands as a lasting expression of our gratitude. Its significance has not diminished with the passage of time, rather each generation has a responsibility to understand the sacrifice it commemorates to ensure that it is never forgotten.”<br />
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Princess Anne, escorted by Major General James Bowder, Major general Commanding the Household Division, met serving members of the Guards, Chelsea Pensioners and other veterans.</p>
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