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Everybody’s Talking About Jamie set for anniversary tour in 2027
The production returns for a 10th 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.
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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.
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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.
Entry/Exit delays, the Barbican and noctourism anyone?
Our resident Grumpy Group Organiser bites into concerns about Entry/Exit System delays, the planned renewal of the Barbican and more seemingly endless words for tourism.
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.
Start spreading the news! Frank Sinatra musical hitting West End
Sinatra The Musical will begin performances in June, charting the life and career of the legendary artist and cultural icon.
Musical set during miners strike to play the National Theatre
Based on the award-winning film, Pride tells the story of a group of friends that formed Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners (LGSM) in 1984.
HF Holidays expands overseas programme with five destinations
Groups can choose from overseas locations including the Dolomites and for the first time, Sri Lanka with HF Holidays, as well as guided walks along Hadrian’s Wall and Northern Ireland.
Livestock and live demonstrations at Royal Three Counties Show
The annual show returns to the Three Counties Showground in Malvern in June, with a packed programme of agricultural innovation and local produce.
Tour operators to inspire groups at GLT Show
Travel Editions, Simply Groups, Wendy Wu and first-time exhibitor WildReality Safari are among the tour operators confirmed for this year’s Group Leisure & Travel Show at Arena MK on 8th October.
Landmark Tatton Park exhibition explores connections to Italy
Set to open in March, the exhibition at the Cheshire Estate will feature two world renowned Canaletto oil paintings will feature alongside Italian artefacts and unseen letters.
West End hit The Choir of Man launches UK and Ireland tour
The debut UK & Ireland tour of the Olivier Award-nominated musical will open at New Wimbledon Theatre on 14th March.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour celebrates 25 years of Harry Potter
A new wizarding feature, promising magical surprises, is among the highlights for an anniversary year at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter.
Lucian Freud’s drawings and paintings on display in London
The National Portrait Gallery will host an exhibition bringing together 170 drawings, etchings and paintings by the 20th century art icon.
The Ballad of Johnny & June touring UK theatres
The new musical telling the story of Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash is set to open in March, with casting for the title roles announced.
Inverness Castle Experience celebrates the Highlands
The former sheriff court and prison has opened its doors after more than three years, following a major transformation to attract visitors to the region.