Stories of the fascinating figures who have visited St Helena in the South Atlantic over the past 500 years are being brought to life through a new interpretative installation in the heart of Jamestown, as new research reveals a strong appetite among UK long-haul travellers for history and heritage experiences. A Walk Through History*, developed as part of the UK Government-funded Tourism Development Programme, features an initial 28 plaques commemorating internationally sig

What if your next marathon wasn’t through a busy city, surrounded by thousands of spectators and familiar landmarks, but across one of the most remote and extraordinary islands on Earth? Welcome to St Helena, where running a marathon becomes far more than a sporting challenge. It becomes an adventure, a journey of discovery and a chance to experience a destination unlike anywhere else. St Helena Island Marathon - One of the most remote marathons in the world - offers runners

There is more reason than ever to put St Helena on your travel wish list. The remote South Atlantic island has been shortlisted in the Most Desirable Island (Worldwide) category of the 2026 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, placing it alongside some of the world's most inspiring island destinations. The nomination is a testament to everything that makes St Helena so extraordinary. From its spectacular volcanic scenery and fascinating heritage to its thriving marine life and we

Runners and adventure travellers can now sign up for the St Helena Island Marathon - One of the most remote marathons in the world - which will take place for the first time on St Helena on 28 February 2027, offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take part in one of the most extraordinary races on Earth. Set in the heart of the South Atlantic, this marathon is far removed from the crowds and noise of city races. Instead, participants will experience a subtropical paradi