Unis for Physics

Have a look at physics rankings published online to get an idea. Imperial, manchester, durham are a few that spring to mind.

Thanks so much I’ll check them out

Rankings will give you an idea of what exists but shouldn't be looked into too deeply. They are liable to change quite randomly.
When I applied, it was for Cambridge (for natural sciences), Imperial, Birmingham, Warwick and Southampton.

Thanks for these I’ll check them out too. Do you mind me asking where you chose to go and how you found it?

I got offers for all except Cambridge, chose Imperial as my firm (which I got into) and Southampton as my insurance.
Half my time at uni was impacted by coronavirus, but other than that, I enjoyed my time there. I'd say the main strength of it was that the department's quite large and covers a lot of different areas of current research so you have plenty of choice when it comes to projects and optional modules in the later years. My main gripe was how long it took to get feedback on work. I also wish there was more small-group teaching; there is some, but not much.

Sinnoh, you seem to have a broad knowledge of UG Physics programmes. What do you think about UCL? Cannot find lots of information about career prospects and student experience there. Would be grateful for your opinion

I can only speak from my own experience, I don't know anyone who does/did physics at UCL and I probably wouldn't be able to tell you anything that you wouldn't be able to find online somewhere.