The United Kingdom Pavilion is a stereotypically British-themed pavilion that is part of the World Showcase, within Epcot at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, United States. Its location is between the French and Canadian pavilions.
Video United Kingdom Pavilion at Epcot
Layout
The United Kingdom Pavilion, designed to look like a stereotypical British village, has English gardens including a hedge maze.
The shops sell British items, such as tea, toys, clothing, and Beatles merchandise.
A band called the British Revolution perform British rock music covers from acts such as the Police, the Rolling Stones, the Beatles, Blur, and Led Zeppelin.
A comedic group, known as the World Showcase Players, used to perform humorous and interactive versions of "King Arthur and the Holy Grail" and "Romeo and Juliet" (renamed "Romeo and Edna").
Maps United Kingdom Pavilion at Epcot
Attractions and services
Attraction
- Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure (January 28, 2009 - June 23, 2012)
- Agent P's World Showcase Adventure (June 23, 2012- present)
Dining
- Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room
A full-service restaurant that serves British cuisine in both an indoor and outdoor setting. The indoor section resembles a pub, while the outdoor seating is located on a patio overlooking the lagoon. Lunch and dinner are served daily. Dishes as of 2008-09 included potato and leek soup, bangers and mash, and fish and chips.
A key attraction to the Rose and Crown is the selection of ales and stouts including Boddingtons, Bass, Harp, and Guinness (from the Republic of Ireland), as well as Stella Artois. Also extremely popular is the selection of quality Scotch and Irish whiskeys served in the bar and restaurant.
- Yorkshire County Fish Shop
A quick-service fish and chip counter restaurant serving only fish, chips, and shortbread. Drinks, including Bass Ale and Harp Lager, are available. Seating is outdoors only.
Shopping
- The Toy Soldier
Sells toys and memorabilia usually associated with the UK, such as: the Beatles, Paddington Bear, and the Rolling Stones. There are also traditional wooden toys as well as Disney merchandise.
- The Crown and Crest
Sells Keep Calm and Carry On merchandise, including, books, shirts, cups, and mugs.
- HRC
The Historical Research Center sells coats-of-arms, swords, and other merchandise and lets you look at the history of your last name.
- Sportsman's Shoppe
Sells football team apparel from various teams, and books. This shop also sells Guinness merchandise.
- The Tea Caddy
Sells Twinings tea, teacups, teapots, and British confectionary
- UK Cart
Sells Walt Disney World trading pins, lanyards, Minnie and Mickey Mouse plush toys, shot glasses, and UK shirts.
Entertainment
- British Revolution - band playing British rock music from the 1960s through 1990s
- The Hat Lady - piano player in the Rose & Crown
- World Showcase Players - roving comedy show- CLOSED 2014
Meet Disney characters from the films
Throughout the day, characters from British-based Disney features appear such as...
- Mary Poppins
- Alice
- Winnie the Pooh
Gallery
References
External links
- Walt Disney World Resort - United Kingdom Pavilion
- Walt Disney World Resort - Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room
- Walt Disney World Resort - British Revolution
Source of the article : Wikipedia
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