The bi-monthly magazine of the British Tourist Authority published by Romsey Publishing Company Ltd, London.
	IN BRITAIN April/May 2001 Front cover picture by Vic Guy

What to find in the April/May 2001 issue:

Notebook Actions stations with the Royal Navy at Portsmouth, early music in Yorkshire, Leeds Castle celebrates its birthday, walking holidays and more. Letters to the editor Your views and stories. A labour of love Mount Stewart garden was the brainchild of Lady Edith Londonderry, a remarkable woman whose vision was matched only by her energy. NICOLA STOCKEN TOMKINS explores this hidden treasure of County Down. On stage What's on at Britain's theatres. Capital inspiration From Mozart to Jimi Hendrix, London has hosted many famous names of music, and boasts the world's best music venues. RONALD BLYTHE follows a musical trail of the capital. Sailing Scotland Whether it's on a "pocket luxury liner" in a yacht or on the canals, make sure to explore Scotland's waterways, says POLLY LARNER. Good value Britain Helpful hints to help you get even more out of your visit to Britain. Buy the book Which guidebook to London is the perfect one for you? My bit of Britain Actress Patricia Routledge, unforgettable as Hyacinth Bucket and Hetty Wainthrop, tells us of her love for England's North Country. Museums and galleries This issue we explore the cultural life of the City of London. Courting favour Meet GEORGE SHIRLEY, who takes on the role of Sir Richard Rich, Tudor courtier, to show visitors around Hampton Court Palace. Britain's heritage Castles, houses and gardens - this issue in Shakespeare's Country. Two wheels, two castles Get on your bike and explore the country lanes and pathways of the National Cycle Route. JACKIE NEWEY explores the section between Criccieth and Caernarfon castles in north Wales. Inventors of Britain So much of what you see today was created during the reign of Queen Victoria. PAT MOORE reports on the celebrations planned to mark the centenary of her death. Casterbridge charm Dorchester was central to Thomas Hardy's world and is a delight to explore today, says PETER BOOTON. Where to stay The winners of the tourist boards' Hotel of the Year awards. .

IN BRITAIN April/May 2001 pages 18-19 On stage - what's on at Britain's theatres. PhotoİStay Still/Sven Arnstein Click for IN BRITAIN April/May 2001 pages 28-29 Sailing Scotland PhotoİHebridean Princess/Christine Spreiter   Click for IN BRITAIN April/May 2001 pages 38-39 My bit of Britain by Patricia Routledge PhotoİStay Still/Sven Arnstein   Click for IN BRITAIN April/May 2001 pages 48-49 Guided tour around Hampton Court Palace PhotosİNicola Stocken Tomkins   IN BRITAIN April/May 2001 pages 52-53 Castles, houses and gardens of Shakespeare's Country Photos İThe Shakespeare Trust