The Great Tours: England, Scotland, and Wales

Overview

Course No. 8006

Discover Britain’s must-see destinations and hidden gems through this immersive 36-lecture journey with British-born Professor Patrick Allitt.

From Stonehenge to Scottish Highlands, London museums to Welsh castles, this course reveals:

• Iconic landmarks and off-the-beaten-path treasures

• 5,000 years of history from Roman ruins to modern art

• Literary landscapes that inspired Chaucer to Woolf

• Practical travel tips for planning your perfect itinerary

Whether you’re planning a trip or exploring from home, experience Britain’s rich heritage through an expert’s eyes.

Video Lessons

Historical Eras (1-12)

• Welcome to Britain (30 min) – Tour overview

• Prehistoric Sites (30 min) – Stonehenge to Avebury

• Roman Legacy (29 min) – Hadrian’s Wall to Bath

4. Anglo-Saxon Britain (31 min) – Lindisfarne to Offa’s Dyke

5-6. Medieval Marvels (29/31 min) – Castles & Cathedrals

7-8. Tudor to Civil War (30/29 min) – Hampton Court to Banqueting House

9-12. Modern Britain (30/29/31/30 min) – Enlightenment to 20th century

Regional Explorations (13-24)

13-14. Scotland (30/29 min) – Edinburgh to Highlands

15-16. Wales (30/29 min) – Castles to Cardiff

17-20. English Regions (30/30/29/30 min) – North to West Country

21-24. London & Universities (29/30/30/28 min) – Museums to Oxford

Cultural Themes (25-36)

25-28. Literary Britain (28/29/29/29 min) – Chaucer to Woolf

29-30. Art & Gardens (28/30 min) – Turner to Kew

31-33. Empire & Military (31/31/29 min) – Diversity to War Memorials

34-36. Active Travel (29/31/40 min) – Hiking to Sports to Planning