Visitor Visa
To come to the United Kingdom as a general visitor, you must be able to show that:
• you are 18 or over;
• you only want to visit the United Kingdom for up to six months, or up to 12 months if you are accompanying an academic visitor;
• you intend to leave the United Kingdom at the end of your visit;
• you have enough money to support and accommodate yourself without working or help from public funds, or you and any dependants will be supported and accommodated by relatives or friends;
• you can meet the cost of the return or onward journey; and
• you are not in transit to a country outside the common travel area.
You must also show that, during your visit, you do not intend to:
• take employment, produce goods or provide services, including the selling of goods or services directly to members of the public;
• undertake a course of study;
• marry or form a civil partnership, or give notice of marriage or civil partnership;
• carry out the activities of a business visitor, a sports visitor or an entertainer visitor; or
• receive private medical treatment.
Whether it’s enjoying a gentle country stroll or a breezy coastal walk, trekking long distance routes or scrambling amidst the majestic mountains, the breathtaking landscape of the United Kingdom will refresh and enliven your senses. Castles, distilleries, national parks and gardens along with science centres, galleries and ceramics workshops will keep visitors of any age entertained.
Hampton Court Palace
Hampton Court Palace
This 500 year-old royal palace was home to some of the most notorious kings and queens in English history, including Henry VIII and his daughter, Elizabeth I. The beautiful palace can be enjoyed on a guided tour while the lovely gardens are best seen on horse-drawn buggy.
British Museum
British Museum
The British Museum is renowned throughout the world as being one of the very best and most comprehensive museums. There are literally millions of items on display from all four corners of the globe. The British Museum now sports a new and improved atrium and has free entry for the public!
Tate Modern
Tate Modern
London’s colorful Tate Modern is a must see, if only for the building itself. The gallery is in a converted power station and features works by the likes of Picasso and Warhol well as many weird and wonderful creations by lesser known artists. Be sure to stop by The Turbine Hall for some unusual and interesting exhibits.
Isles of Scilly
Isles of Scilly
Rocky coves and sandy beaches make for a perfectly laid back getaway. Lying about 50kms southwest off the coast of Cornwall, they have a great location in the warm Gulf Stream waters of the Atlantic. If you are looking for peace and serenity, the Isles of Scilly are a great choice of destination. For those in search of treasure, Shipwrecks dotting the coast are an interesting option for adventure as well.
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle is a world famous icon of Scotland and part of the old and new towns of Edinburgh, a world heritage site. This most famous of Scottish castles has a complex building history. The oldest part, St Margaret’s Chapel, dates from the 12th century; the Great Hall was erected by James IV around 1510; the Half Moon Battery by the Regent Morton in the late 16th century; and the Scottish National War Memorial after the First World War. The castle houses the Honours (Crown Jewels) of Scotland, the Stone of Destiny, the famous 15th century gun Mons Meg, the One O’ Clock Gun and the National War Museum of Scotland.
Puffin Island
Puffin Island, Anglesey
Just off the coast of Anglesey, Puffin Island is uninhabited by humans and is designated a Special Protection Area because of its large cormorant population. Other sea birds such as guillemot, razorbill, shag, kittiwake, eider ducks, gannets, chough, peregrine falcons and storm petrels are also found if you watch carefully. Don’t expect to see many puffins though as the population of birds from which the island gets its name were decimated by the accidental introduction of rats in the late 19th century. Cruises take place between 24 May and 21 July. As well as the birds, there are grey seals on the island, and occasional sightings of bottlenose dolphins and harbour porpoise.
Powerfan Plummet
Powerfan Plummet, Treetop Adventures, Snowdonia
For adventurers who are looking for a unique thrill … Plummet from the summit!! Towering over 31m (100ft) high is Tree Top Tower, home to “Powerfan Plummet” The worlds’ highest powerfan parachute simulator. Scale Tree Top tower to a knee knocking 31m (100ft). Scaling the Tree Top Tower is no easy feat; however, it is not just the climb which leaves you breathless. The panoramic view from the top is well worth the effort. Standing on the jump platform with heart pounding and knees quaking, fully qualified instructors will do the final checks before your heart hammering descent on the Powerfan plummet. The revolutionary new technology ensures a safe and soft landing.
You will be fitted with a full body harness, a helmet and a karabiner, to ensure your safe and secure landing. There is no minimum age restriction – the Powerfan™ experience is available to any reasonably fit person taller than 1.3m (4ft 3in) maximum weight 120kg. Suitable even in wet weather
