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London sites dominate the 2024 most-visited attractions list
The Association of Leading Visitor Attractions has released the visitor figures of its members for 2024, with London attractions taking up most of the top ten.
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Fred. Olsen: taking groups to Norway, Canary Islands, Amalfi Coast and more
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has unveiled a programme of itineraries for autumn and winter 2026, with more than 30 sailings to choose from, as well as an inclusive pricing initiative.
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Warwick Castle’s chapel to undergo major restoration
A huge refurbishment of the 17th century chapel at Warwick Castle is taking place, the most extensive project the castle has seen in more than 100 years.
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A nod to the Mods: exhibition in Brighton explores fashion and culture
Brighton Museum & Art Gallery is turning back the clock to 1960s Britain with its exhibition, The In Crowd: Mod Fashion & Style 1958-66.
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Virgin Voyages embraces groups with new programme and additional perks
Virgin Voyages is targeting group travellers with an enhanced programme designed to make it easier to book and provide more benefits for groups planning a cruise holiday.
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Expect festive mayhem from Christmas Carol Goes Wrong
Mischief will be bringing a predictably chaotic Christmas season with their new festive stage show, after celebrating ten years of The Play That Goes Wrong.
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The Producers heading back to the West End stage
Mel Brooks’ musical adaptation of The Producers is returning to the West End after a sold-out run at London’s Menier Chocolate Factory.
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Fred. Holidays reveals specialist holidays for Bridge players
Fred. Holidays has unveiled ‘Fred. Bridge Holidays’, a dedicated programme aimed at Bridge playing groups in the UK, providing opportunities to explore beautiful destinations with the card game at the heart of each holiday.
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Exbury Gardens marking 70 years with big restoration and garden trail
The project is said to represent one of the final pieces of the original gardens to be reinstated in this ‘long-forgotten’ corner, and there is a new trail and events to help celebrate this landmark year for visitors.
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Museum of Shakespeare will transport groups back in time
Opening this year, the Museum of Shakespeare will be an immersive and interactive permanent experience in London, transporting visitors to the 16th century to walk in the footsteps of William Shakespeare.
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Star of stage and screen, Gary Wilmot to host GLT Awards 2025
The Group Leisure & Travel Awards dinner and ceremony will be bursting with laughter and music on 26th June in London when comedian, actor and songman Gary Wilmot takes to the stage to entertain guests.
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Much-loved Greatest Showman to be transformed into a stage show
A stage adaptation will open at the Bristol Hippodrome, featuring the award-winning soundtrack from the 2017 hit film.
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Tatton Park: see Jane Austen’s first editions on group tour
Groups can see first editions of Pride and Prejudice, Persuasion and Northanger Abbey during a bespoke mansion tour of the Cheshire-based estate.
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Poppy display will mark World War Two anniversary at the Tower of London
The Tower of London will mark the anniversary of the end of World War Two with a display of ceramic poppies installed in the heart of the attraction.
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Mark Smith from TV’s Antiques Roadshow announced as GLT Show speaker
Mark Smith, renowned for his expertise in medals and militaria, and a regular favourite on TV’s Antiques Roadshow, has been confirmed as the second speaker at this year’s Group Leisure & Travel Show on 2nd October at Arena MK in Milton Keynes.
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Steamship Shieldhall celebrating 70 years with special sailing
SS Shieldhall is taking part in a joint sailing from Southampton Docks in tandem with PS Waverly in September to celebrate 70 years on the water, and groups can book with discounts available.
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Popular Midsomer Murders will make stage debut
For the first time, Inspector Barnaby and his sidekick, Sergeant Troy, will take to the stage in Guy Unsworth’s adaptation of Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift.
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Group rum tastings now available in the home of Shakespeare’s daughter
The rum tasting experience takes place in the heart of the town centre and introduces groups to the range of rums created by the Shakespeare Distillery.
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Historical visits offer top inspiration at CTA conference
The 2025 Coach Tourism Association Conference & Workshop brought members to Stratford-upon-Avon for a long weekend of ideas and the chance to network.
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New pictures show off refreshed Deep Sea Adventure at LEGOLAND
LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort has reopened its Deep Sea Adventure attraction for the first time in more than a year, showcasing colourful, new LEGO® models.