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Mamma Mia! The Party extends into 2026
The O2-based dining experience has released an additional 64,000 tickets and will now run through to summer next year following a further extension.
Elf The Musical returning for Christmas
The hit musical based on the much-loved Christmas film is returning to the West End for a stricly limited ten-week run until the new year.
Early photography and film tech showcased at galleries in Bradford
The National Science and Media Museum has opened its new Sound and Vision galleries, showcasing collections of photography, film, television, animation, gaming and sound technologies.
War of the Worlds immersive experience extended until December
The London run of Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience has extended until the end of the year following demand which has seen more than 300,000 visitors.
Med and Caribbean among Ambassador 2027/28 highlights
Ambassador Cruise Line has launched its 2027/28 season, including itineraries in the UK, Mediterranean, Nordics, Americas and Caribbean and no-fly sailings from UK ports.
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Strictly’s Johannes to strut into the West End with Kinky Boots
Following a record-breaking tour, Strictly Come Dancing star, Johannes Radebe will make his West End debut in the new production of Kinky Boots The Musical opening in March 2026.
Could Canada ‘Trump’ the USA when it comes to tourism?
This time, our regular columnist discusses whether America is welcoming for tourists, and why France wants its statue back.
Is a selfie on your travels worth your life?
Dangerous selfie locations, the romance of Bristol and potential changes for the Channel Tunnel are all up for discussion by Grumpy Group Organiser.
Further venues announced for Mamma Mia! UK tour
Mamma Mia! will head out on a UK tour from October 2025, and additional dates include runs at theatres nationwide through to August 2026.
Date and brand new venue announced for the 2026 GLT Awards
The Group Leisure & Travel Awards will be even bigger and better in 2026 with the annual dinner and ceremony moving to the Royal Lancaster Hotel, London for the first time.
Van Gogh and Monet immersive experiences to tour UK
Immersive art exhibitions about the masterworks of artists Claude Monet and Vincent Van Gogh are set to visit major venues in cities across the UK.
Sir David Attenborough-led exhibition opens in London
Our Story with David Attenborough at the Natural History Museum, South Kensington surrounds visitors with the walls and floor bursting into life in an immersive display.
Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy live show coming to London
The interactive show will open at Riverside Studios in November, with visitors able to explore the world based on Douglas Adams’ novels and the 2005 film.
Malvern Autumn Show returns with guests and demonstrations
The annual harvest celebration is returning to the Three Counties Showground in September, featuring special guest speakers and giant vegetables alongside gardening and baking demonstrations.
Video Highlights: Group Leisure & Travel Awards 2025
Watch the best crowned at the premier and most important national awards for group travel. Hear from winners and guests following another hugely successful event in London.
GLT Awards 2025: picture highlights from the big night
Look back at the Group Leisure & Travel Awards 2025 dinner and ceremony, including the winner presentations, party celebrations on the dance floor and smiley faces in the drinks reception.
Best in group travel and tourism honoured at GLT Awards 2025
From blockbuster attractions and family favourites, to destinations and travel trade suppliers, our readers delivered their verdict on what’s best for groups trips and holidays.
British Museum and Tower of London top 2024 visitor lists
VisitEngland has published its annual visitor statistics, revealing the most popular attractions across the country in 2024.
Mean Girls The Musical touring UK theatres in 2026
Lorne Michaels, Crossroads Live and Sonia Friedman Productions have announced the UK and Ireland tour of Mean Girls The Musical will open at Manchester Opera House on 23rd February 2026.
Stunning, lavish, gorgeous: Top Hat at Chichester Festival Theatre
Groups can enjoy some of Hollywood’s greatest songs in Irving Berlin’s Top Hat, playing at the Chichester Festival Theatre from 14th July to 6th September 2025.
Beaulieu sculpture exhibition open for summer visits
Work by 47 sculptors is on display in the house and gardens at Beaulieu in Hampshire, with visitors able to explore the exhibition until 14th September 2025.
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button closing in October
The award winning musical has announced its final extension at The Ambassadors Theatre, with its last West End performance taking place on 11th October 2025.
RSC announces 2025/26 programme starring Outlander’s Sam Heughan
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced its 2025/26 programme of shows, including a new production of Shakespeare’s Henry V and a West End run of Born With Teeth.
Greenline Coaches acquires InterChoice Holidays Ltd
It has been confirmed that coach tour operator InterChoice Holidays has been taken over by Greenline Coaches with several staff moving to an expanded groups department.
Richard Osman to headline In Conversation event at Kew Gardens
Pack a picnic and head to Royal Botanic Gardens Kew in London this September for an exciting new series of live, outdoor events, featuring well-known TV faces.
Group packages now available at Dartmoor Zoo
Dartmoor Zoo in Devon is now offering specially curated wildlife experiences for groups that combinine education, adventure and conservation.
Special anniversary cast announced for Les Misérables, London
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the West End musical, producers of Les Misérables have announced a new cast including Killian Donnelly as Jean Valjean and Bradley Jaden as Javert.