The monthly magazine of the British Tourist Authority published by Premier Media Partners Ltd, London.
	IN BRITAIN August 2000 Front cover photo: Punch and Judy by Robert Clayton

What to find in the August 2000 issue:

Editor's notebook Royal children's clothing exhibition, Kirkudbright celebrates its art heritage, Huntly welcomes the Gordon clan, a top hotel in Somerset, Spode celebrates in The Potteries, and more. Forthcoming events What's happening in Britain? Letters to the Editor Write to tell us about your travel experiences, your recommendations for other readers and what you think about IN BRITAIN. A remarkable and superior city Once notorious for executing more people than anywhere outside London, Lancaster's present claims to fame are no less startling: JACKIE NEWEY visits the National Sedan Chair Carrying Championships. Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother A life less ordinary: The Queen Mother celebrates her 100th birthday this August. PETER BRIMACOMBE pays tribute. The return of the Oyster Cairndow oysters were a thing of the past. ROSS DRINKWATER meets the man who put them back where they belong. Packing a Punch Meet natural entertainer Punch and Judy man RAY SPARKS, who explains the puppet show's enduring popularity and defends his slap-happy leading man. Shropshire's Webb Site Author Mary Webb was captivated by the magnificence of the Shropshire Stiperstones and her power of pen has drawn many people to the magic of her hills. LEE KAREN STOW follows in her footsteps. London Alfresco Who needs Tuscany or the south of France when you can enjoy a meal outdoors at restaurants all around London? ANNE SOWARD researches the best of London's open-air eateries. Time Capsule JACKIE NEWEY finds out what like is like for the residents of a historic National Trust farm in Wales. To play the king Fancy a sleep-over in one of Britain's historic castles? There are accommodations to suit all budgets from hotels to hostels. ROBIN MEAD reports. Plus enter our competition to win a stay at a castle, and take advantage of three castle offers. My Bit of Britain Principal ballerina with the Royal Ballet DEBORAH BULL escapes her hectic London schedule to the rugged coastal paths and expansive broads of Norfolk.

IN BRITAIN August 2000 pages 14-15 Lancaster and the National Sedan Chair Carrying Championships PhotosİJackie Newey   IN BRITAIN August 2000 pages 26-27 The return of the oyster PhotosİRos Drinkwater   Click for IN BRITAIN August 2000 pages 32-33 Packing a Punch PhotoİRob Clayton   Click for IN BRITAIN August 2000 pages 54-55 To play the king Photos İThe National Trust for Scotland