Bear Grylls, the British adventurer, has lent his support to VisitBritainās āHome of Amazing Momentsā campaign to promote the incredible experiences that can only be had in Britain.
Using #OMGB (Oh my GREAT Britain), the hashtag at the heart of VisitBritainās international digital marketing drive, the campaign features images of amazing moments from across Britainās nations and regions.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8iyCZhmdQQ&feature=youtu.be
Bear Grylls has travelled the length and breadth of the country exploring the dramatic coastal and mountain terrain and shared his experiences of the landscape, animals and geology. Through his adventures he opens up magical moments on offer across Britain to inspire people to get out and explore.
Bear Grylls said:
āWe truly live in the most incredible country. It can be harsh, unforgiving, spectacular and always beautiful and itās where I learnt so many of the skills I use on adventures around the world. I hope you enjoy this home that I am so proud of and share your amazing adventures in Britain at #OMGB.ā
VisitBritain Marketing Director Robin Johnson said:
āBritain is packed full of amazing moments and experiences. Bearās top 10 moments showcase the sheer diversity of incredible, one-of-a-kind holiday experiences on offer, inspiring even more people to get out and enjoy new activities and destinations and spreading growth from tourism across the whole of the UK.ā
Iāve spent much time here, scaling the highest mountain in Britain, and itās where my dad learnt to climb!
www.ben-nevis.com2. Paragliding around the Sugar Loaf peak in the Black Mountains, Wales
One of my favourite things has to be flying around in my powered paraglider, riding the winds and soaring through the mountains near my Welsh home.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sugarloaf-and-usk-valley3. Reaching the summit of Pen y Fan in the Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales
The views from the highest summit in south Wales are so impressive and I love the little lake under the north face, half way up the mountain.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brecon-beacons/trails/pen-y-fan-and-corn-du-circular-walk4. Enjoying the isolation of Ben Loyal in the Scottish Highlands
This is my favourite mountain in Britain, on the north coast of Scotland, and where I met my wife Shara!
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/sutherland/ben-loyal.shtml5. Climbing and caving at Malham Cove in the Yorkshire Dales, England
The Yorkshire Dales are amazing and have been shaped by some fierce forces of nature, including this inspiring limestone formation that you can get insideā¦ and up on top of!
www.yorkshiredales.org.uk/visit-the-dales/discover-the-dales/limestone-features/malham-cove
6. The views from Skiddaw in the Lake District National Park, England
This is the first mountain I climbed with my wife Shara. Itās one of the largest fells in the Lake District and the walk up from Keswick has superb vistas.
www.lakedistrict.gov.uk/visiting
7. Walking the LlÅ·n Peninsula Coastal Path, Wales
Chilling out in Wales, lying in the long grass, with Shara and our three boys beside me – this is when I am happiest. The rest of our year is so busy, so we tend to holiday just us as a family on our small island hideaway in Wales, where we have limited communication and no mains power or water. This nearby coastal walk, also known as the Edge of Wales Walk, is spectacular.
www.visitwales.com/explore/north-wales/snowdonia-mountains-coast/explore-llyn-peninsula
8. Sea cliff climbing at Culver Downs, Isle of Wight
I used to run up to Yarborough Monument here when I was training for the military, and some of my earliest, fondest memories are of making boats and learning to climb with my dad on the sea cliffs. These were the foundation stones for all my love for adventure, and that closeness with him.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bembridge-and-culver-downs
9. Snowdon by foot – not train! Snowdonia, Wales
Adventure is at the heart of what we love as a family and hiking in stunning Snowdonia is a favourite. We also have a few of our Survival Academies nearby.
www.visitsnowdonia.info
www.beargryllssurvivalacademy.com
10. Scrambling in The Cuillin mountains on the Isle of Skye, Scotland
These rocky mountains – where I guided Hollywood actor Ben Stiller for my TV show Bearās Wild Weekends – are widely considered the most challenging and rugged terrain in Britain.
www.visitscotland.com/info/towns-villages/the-cuillin-p241621
Bear Grylls is one of the ambassadors for Walesā Year of Adventure and said āWales, is where the adventure starts in 2016.ā
The #OMGB āHome of Amazing Momentsā campaign is part of the UK Governmentās global GREAT Britain campaign, which showcases the very best of what Britain has to offer as a place to visit, study and do business.
Just last month UK Prime Minister Theresa May launched aĀ āTourism Action Planā to ensure that Britain remains a top destination for visitors from across the globe.
Last year set a record for inbound tourism to Britain on visits and spend with 36.1 million visits, 5% up on 2014, and spending up 1% to Ā£22.1 billion.
For more information:Ā #OMGB – Great Britain – Home of Amazing Moments
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