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Operation Mincemeat announces biggest ever extension and UK tour
The West End production has announced its 18th extension, running until February 2027, coinciding with the start of a 40-week UK tour.
CTA’s Northern Ireland event highlights importance of coach tourism
The Coach Tourism Association’s annual event in Derry~Londonderry brought industry stakeholders together to demonstrate confidence in the coach tourism market.
Three days of music at Hillsborough Castle
Summer concerts will return to the castle and gardens in Northern Ireland in June, transforming the estate into an open-air stage for traditional tunes and musical production.
Hull launches maritime heritage tours ahead of major reopenings
The guided tours offer groups the chance to learn about Hull’s rich maritime heritage and see treasures and vessels from the city’s more than 800 years of ocean-going history.
Ambassador Cruise Line launches Portsmouth sailings
The cruise line has confirmed that its first-ever season of sailings from Portsmouth will begin in April, making its holidays available for more groups.
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See Mozart’s music up close at Handel Hendrix House
Visitors to the London home of two of the greatest influences on music will be able to see a piece penned by Mozart in a display running until September.
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Furious at feedback and the Trevi fountain tourist charge
Feedback requests for the most mundane tasks and the absurdity of fitness activities on holiday are under the microscope by our regular moaner.
Social media checks, smart tourism and more annoying ‘cations’
Our grumpy group organiser discusses Trump introducing frustrating barriers to travelling, smart tourism, and trends that seem as dubious as they are silly.
St Paul’s exhibition explores printed English edition of the Bible
The London landmark will commemorate 500 years of William Tyndale’s New Testament translation with an exhibition opening in the summer.
Immersive David Bowie show opening in London
David Bowie: You’re Not Alone will run at Lightroom from April, featuring performance footage, rarely heard interviews and never-before-seen material on giant projections.
Billy Elliot musical is returning to UK stages
The award-winning musical returns for a UK tour from November, followed by a limited West End season at the Adelphi Theatre.
ABBA Voyage announces group rates and 2027 schedule
The groundbreaking London concert, featuring digital avatars of ABBA, has released its group prices and extended performance dates through to December 2027.
Ancient Greek farcical comedy touring UK theatres
The three-man production of Oh Zeus! is the latest creation by Le Navet Bete, a comedy theatre production company that retells classic stories.
Everybody’s Talking About Jamie set for anniversary tour in 2027
The production returns for a tenth anniversary tour in 2027, following a three-year West End residency and two sold-out UK & Ireland tours.
Simon Calder to make welcome return to the GLT Show in October
Award- winning travel journalist, Simon Calder, will return to the Group Leisure & Travel Show to share his expertise with visitors in the free Seminar Theatre on Thursday 8th October.
TV tours, jousting and Christmas at Bamburgh Castle
Groups can book onto tours about the Northumberland castle’s role as a filming location including in Netflix’s The Last Kingdom.
Miss Saigon returns to the West End in 2027
The production will open at the Prince Edward Theatre in May 2027, where it will play an eight-month season, ten years after first performing at the venue.
Burlesque returning for London run and UK tour
The production of Burlesque the Musical will play at the new venue, The Arts at Marble Arch, whilst the touring show will visit 26 venues across the UK.
Experience the life of a fighter pilot at IWM Duxford
Three rooms at the preserved wartime airfield have been transformed with historic objects and interactive elements to present the life of pilots during World War Two.
Shakespeare classics reimagined for Globe summer season
The Globe Theatre’s summer season will open on 23rd April with a new production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child to become a one-part production
After ten years in the West End as a two-part production, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will be presented as a single performance from 6th October at the Palace Theatre.
Malta, Croatia & Yorkshire among just for groups! highlights
The group tour operator has launched its holidays for 2026-2028 featuring a new wine and cheese tour in Yorkshire as well as Malta and Croatia itineraries.
30 years of Matthew Bourne's Cinderella ballet
The interpretation of the classic fairytale will begin performances in November, before a 2027 tour marking 30 years since performances began.
Scenic unveils 2026/27 Southeast Asia river cruises
Highlights of the programme include a Champagne breakfast at Angkor Wat and a local rice farming experience in Laos.
Celebrating 100 years of the Arab Hall at Leighton House
A landmark anniversary programme at Leighton House will give groups the chance to discover the story behind London’s stunning Arab Hall.
Les Dennis to star in Waitress UK tour as Old Joe
Les Dennis, Sandra Mavin and Evelyn Hoskins will join Carrie Hope Fletcher in the UK and Ireland tour of Waitress opening in March.
Annual Dunwood conference attracts GTOs and suppliers
The annual conference returned to Potters Resorts Five Lakes in Essex, welcoming around 350 participants for networking, entertainment and industry updates for 2026 and beyond.