What else is new? – Page 59
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NewsNew experience dedicated to Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein opens in Bath
Mary Shelley’s House of Frankenstein, said to be the first ever visitor attraction dedicated to the author’s work, has now opened in Bath.
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FeaturesPictures: highlights of a group visit exploring Northumberland and Durham
Gwen Wright, organiser for The Arts Society, Cranleigh, shared some of their many highlights of a six-day exploration of Northumberland and Durham.
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NewsOld Royal Naval College launches Greenwich itineraries
The Old Royal Naval College in London has launched a number of packages for group travel organisers so visitors can explore the best of Greenwich’s UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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FeaturesLin Wilson on a five-day group trip exploring the best of the Cotswolds
You have been telling us where you have been getting back out to after the easing of restrictions. Group travel organiser Lin Wilson, of Solent Events & Leisure, shares her group’s experience of a memorable holiday around the Cotswolds.
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NewsAfter-hours tours and painting workshops among Scenic’s European river cruise extras
Scenic is offering a number of experiences as part of its 2022 European river cruise programme such as exclusive access to a major arts centre and a silk painting workshop.
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NewsLondon Transport Museum’s Hidden London exhibition extended until 2023
The Hidden London exhibition at London Transport Museum has been extended until the end of 2023 due to popular demand.
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NewsWembley Stadium behind-the-scenes tours will reopen for visitors
Wembley Stadium has announced it will reopen for behind-the-scenes tours which it promises will be “bigger, better and even more memorable”.
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NewsUK Parliament is to reopen for tours of the historic building in London
UK Parliament will reopen to the public for tours of the landmark building in Westminster, London.
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FeaturesGLT among the first to experience new Garden Highlights Tour at Buckingham Palace
Groups will be amazed when they enter Her Majesty the Queen’s private grounds, taking a stroll among beautiful trees, the glorious Rose Garden and even a sneak peak at the private royal tennis court on a Garden Highlights Tour at Buckingham Palace in London.
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NewsIrish Ferries now offers sailings between Dover and Calais
There are up to 10 daily sailings on the new Irish Ferries’ Dover to Calais route on board the refurbished Isle of Inishmore ferry.
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ColumnQuarantine-free travel, space tourism and a face mask disaster
Our columnist gives his thoughts on quarantine-free travel, face masks and holidays to space.
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NewsBirmingham Museums Trust launches flexible tailor-made packages for groups
Birmingham Museums Trust has announced that groups will be offered flexible visits across nine venues including Aston Hall, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Weoley Castle Ruins.
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InterviewLis Bird: creating memories with the Yatton Outings Club in Somerset
We speak to Lis Bird of Yatton Outings Club about her time as a group organiser and her positive outlook on the future.
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NewsVisitors can explore Buckingham Palace Garden on self-guided tours for the first time
The garden at Buckingham Palace opens for self-guided tours for the first time tomorrow, Friday 9th July, until September.
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NewsDavid Livingstone museum to reopen following major transformation
The David Livingstone Birthplace museum in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, is to reopen this month following a three-year regeneration programme including a new interactive exhibition, a refurbished shop and café and a children’s play park.
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NewsHF Holidays unveils UK and overseas group destinations for 2022/23
The Group Organiser’s Guide, released by tour operator HF Holidays features UK destinations including St Ives and Glen Coe as well as tours further afield in Norway and Slovenia.
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NewsNew images released to celebrate Prince of Egypt’s West End return
The new photos were taken as the Prince of Egypt reopened at London’s Dominion Theatre on 1st July under Step 3 guidelines.
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NewsRoyal Philharmonic Orchestra celebrates 75 years with special performances
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) is celebrating 75 years of music-making with a range of shows and concerts throughout this year and next.
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NewsFull cast announced for Mamma Mia! West End return
The hit musical Mamma Mia! will return to London’s West End at the Novello Theatre on 25th August, with some of the show’s previous stars returning to their former roles.
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NewsNew city walks on offer for groups in London
A network of walking tours around London have been revealed for groups, with the help of an expert tour guide to point out key sights and tell stories along the way, as well as self guided options.