All Historic Venues articles
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NewsTower of London river cruise launches on UK’s first electric tour boat
Historic Royal Palaces and Woods Tours have launched the official Tower of London River Tour with narration from the co-creator of the BBC’s Ghosts.
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InterviewAntiques Roadshow’s Mark Smith on 40 years of battlefield tours
Antique Roadshow’s medals and militaria expert Mark Smith talks about why everyone should do a battlefields tour and what he loves about the BBC show.
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NewsAntiques Roadshow expert amazed by Enigma machine at GLT Show
Antiques Roadshow regular Mark Smith was captivated by Bletchley Park’s Enigma machine replica at the GLT Show, calling it “the machine that probably helped us win the Second World War”.
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InterviewLondon history and heritage at Royal Museums Greenwich
Andrea Larotella, senior travel trade manager at Royal Museums Greenwich tells us why it makes a great group day out, from storied history to hard-to-beat views.
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NewsYork’s Mansion House reopens following restoration
The historic venue in York has reopened for its 300th anniversary after completion of the first phase of a major restoration project.
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NewsSt Mary’s Guildhall enhances tours with falconry experience
Visitors to Coventry’s 14th-century St Mary’s Guildhall can now experience the ancient art of falconry as part of an enhanced group tour package, bringing Tudor history to life.
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NewsCentenary display shines spotlight on Leighton House
A special programme of exhibitions, art and events marks 100 years since Leighton House opened as a public museum.
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NewsWordsworth Grasmere unveils new digital guides and soundscape exhibits
New sensory soundscapes and an interactive walking app await at Wordsworth Grasmere, offering visitors a journey through the sights, sounds and stories that shaped William and Dorothy Wordsworth’s work.
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NewsDiscover film and TV sets on Old Royal Naval College tours
The Bridgerton-themed tours at the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Greenwich celebrate 100 years of film and TV shot at the historic landmark, and include a commemorative keepsake.
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InterviewShakespeare Birthplace Trust: what groups can expect
We chat to Louisa Stott, head of commercial at the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust in Stratford-upon-Avon, about what groups should look forward to during a visit.
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FeaturesDiscover the past, present and future of AI at Bletchley Park
The Age of AI is a new exhibition at Bletchley Park that explores the impact of artificial intelligence on our everyday lives, from its depiction in the media to its use for medical purposes.
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FeaturesNew openings and anniversaries for groups in 2025
Discover new venues in the heart of London, exciting anniversary celebrations and a range of inspiration for trips over the next year.
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Features10 of the best UNESCO sites in the UK to visit
If a site has been awarded World Heritage status by UNESCO, it’s got to be special. And these gems have great stories to tell.
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FeaturesTop summer visits for groups with English Heritage
We’ve highlighted five counties across England which boast some excellent, group-friendly English Heritage properties for all interests. Take a look for yourself…
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NewsBelvoir Castle opens new animal park
Groups visiting Belvoir Castle in Leicestershire will soon be able to see donkeys, pigs, goats, cows and sheep who have made their home at a new animal park.
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NewsAnne Hathaway’s Cottage now open all year round
Shakespeare Birthplace Trust has announced that Anne Hathaway’s Cottage will extend its opening times in 2025, meaning groups have a better opportunity to explore the home of the Bard’s wife.
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NewsEmmerdale Village Tour and Harewood House package
Groups can combine afternoon tea at Harewood House with their day in the Yorkshire Dales as part of a new package.
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NewsBattle Proms star wows Britain’s Got Talent judges
Soprano Denise Leigh is a familiar face at the Battle Proms Picnic Concerts and recently swapped the outdoor stages for ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent before returning for the annual series of concerts this summer.
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NewsTower of London will be transformed with Remembrance display
The Tower of London will be illuminated for a moving light and sound show during this year’s Remembrance period.
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NewsMarvel at remarkable tapestries on group tour in Coventry
A new guided tour for groups combines a visit to St Mary’s Guildhall and Coventry Cathedral taking in two extraordinary tapestries.