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Extended booking period revealed for Mamma Mia!
Producer Judy Craymer has announced a major booking extension period for Mamma Mia! at London’s Novello Theatre, extending its stay until Saturday 30th September 2023.
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A new era, paying our respects and striking the right balance
How it might feel visiting the royal palaces now we have a King on the throne, an overreaction that created a PR own goal, and the most thoughtful countries in the world. Grumpy Group Organiser has his say…
The easily offended, quick to moan and standing up for what’s right
Grumpy Group Organiser’s feathers have been ruffled by unruly kids at airports, a lack of respect for heritage and the snowflakes out in force.
Watch: incredible drone footage of Liverpool’s maritime tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
The video, filmed by Stratus Imagery, shows the very special maritime tribute to Her Majesty the Queen which took place in Liverpool.
How to ask Simon Calder a question at the Group Leisure & Travel Show 2022
Every visitor to the GLT Show can enjoy some fantastic sessions featuring expert speakers. We want your questions for travel expert, Simon Calder for when he takes to the stage on 6th October in Milton Keynes. What will you ask?
CroisiEurope’s 2023 itineraries feature hiking cruises and unique canal sailings
Cruise operator CroisiEurope has launched its 2023 holidays with more than 170 river, canal and ocean itineraries on board 55 ships.
Kew Gardens and Brighton Pier top the most visited list in England for 2021
VisitEngland has revealed its annual survey for 2021, showing gardens and museums were once again popular, along with Brighton Pier and a number of wildlife attractions.
Matthew Bourne’s Sleeping Beauty to mark 10th anniversary with large tour
Full tour dates and casting have been revealed for the anniversary production of Matthew Bourne’s gothic romance, Sleeping Beauty.
British Motor Museum celebrates 100 years of the Austin Seven
A special exhibition called Small car. Big history: 100 years of the Austin Seven explores the impact of the iconic car over the last century.
Spell-binding group rate for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
The first ever group accelerator rate for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child production has been announced for 2023 performances, alongside a booking extension.
Anniversary tour of An Inspector Calls marks 30 years since first performance
Stephen Daldry’s seminal production of JB Priestley’s classic thriller, An Inspector Calls, opens this week at the New Wimbledon Theatre, before visiting a huge amount of venues across the UK and Ireland.
Huge Jumanji land to open at Chessington World of Adventures Resort
The resort in Surrey will open World of Jumanji, the first ever themed land based on the hit film franchise.
Disney musical Newsies is reimagined for the West End
From Broadway to London’s Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre, Newsies is the award-winning Broadway musical which will premiere in the UK this autumn.
Strange Clay exhibition at London’s Hayward Gallery celebrates the abstract
A new exhibition will explore how contemporary artists have used clay in inventive ways to create striking sculptures.
Exclusive journey for groups to mark return of iconic steam locomotive
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) has announced a series of exclusive journeys to celebrate the return of locomotive No. 4498 Sir Nigel Gresley, which is back in service after a seven-year overhaul.
Scenic Group sees rise in groups wanting to travel overseas
The opening up of international travel this summer has delivered a ‘dramatic increase’ in group bookings according to The Scenic Group which is renewing its focus on groups.
Go behind-the-scenes at the home of England’s recently crowned rugby champions
Groups will be able to access parts of the Leicester Tigers stadium normally inaccessible to the public during a guided tour.
Video: Tour of Britain inspires boost for cycling groups visiting Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
Visit Dean Wye has released a short film about why the area is so popular for cyclists of all abilities.
Combine two historic tours in London at Leighton and Sambourne House
A major redevelopment project at Leighton House will reveal new exhibition spaces and previously unseen historic features, with groups able to combine their visit with Sambourne House down the road.
Explore secret locations in exclusive Hidden London underground tour
For the first time, groups will be able to explore historic sections of the original Shepherd’s Bush station as part of the new Hidden London tour launched by London Transport Museum.
EastEnders legends and Only Fools and Horses star announced for 70th anniversary run of The Mousetrap
Initial casting has been announced for the 70th anniversary tour of The Mousetrap, the longest running play in the world, which will visit more than 70 venues across the UK and Ireland from September.
Emerald Cruises’ newest Star-Ship ready to set sail after Amsterdam christening
Emerald Luna, the newest Star-Ship from Emerald Cruises, will set sail on the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers in Europe, following a special christening ceremony in Amsterdam, Holland.