What's New? – Page 11
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NewsKynren to celebrate a decade of shows in 2025
Bishop Auckland’s renowned live-action show is set to mark its tenth anniversary in 2025, with group tickets now available for its milestone season.
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FeaturesTop summer visits for groups with English Heritage
We’ve highlighted five counties across England which boast some excellent, group-friendly English Heritage properties for all interests. Take a look for yourself…
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Destination GuidesItinerary idea: Hull is a city for history buffs, art lovers and foodies
Explore Yorkshire’s maritime city and discover history, art and local charm. Here’s why a group visit to Hull should be your radar.
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NewsFawlty Towers stage show to tour UK and Ireland
Fawlty Towers – The Play will open at the Churchill Theatre, Bromley ahead of a UK tour, following a sold-out West End season.
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SponsoredThe Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe returns to London
The show, which is based on C.S. Lewis’ classic novel, will return to London next summer at Sadler’s Wells Theatre in Islington.
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FeaturesThursford: annual Christmas show is spectacular with a capital ‘S’
We went along to see Thursford Christmas Spectacular in Norfolk, with three hours of non-stop show tunes, dance routines, acrobatics and more on offer.
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NewsGLT Show hits the spot again, says survey
Both visitors and exhibitors surveyed following the 2024 Group Leisure & Travel Show said they had a positive experience, love the venue and look forward to returning next year.
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NewsSteps musical set for UK and Ireland tour
Here & Now is preparing for a tour of the UK and Ireland after becoming the fastest selling show in The Alexandra Theatre’s history in Birmingham.
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NewsThe War of The Worlds immersive experience extends London run
Optional extras are available for groups when booking, including a Q&A with composer and producer Jeff Wayne and backstage tours.
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InterviewLynda Mead: making a difference
We spoke to Lynda Mead of Tadley U3A, to find out why the Isle of Man was her most memorable visit and the regular challenges she faces as a group organiser.
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NewsAlan Titchmarsh MBE among RHS Malvern Spring Festival highlights
RHS Malvern Spring Festival will return to Three Counties Showground in Worcestershire with live cooking demos, horticultural inspiration and TV gardening personalities, including Alan Titchmarsh MBE.
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InterviewSimon Calder on the EU Waiver, tourist tax and his travel highlights
Harry Rogers sat down with experienced journalist Simon Calder to find out more about the main stories he’s covered in 2024 and what the new EU Waiver could look like for groups travelling to Europe.
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NewsNew V&A site featuring over half a million pieces to open in May
V&A East Storehouse will offer behind-the-scenes access to over half a million creative works, with a second site, V&A East Museum, scheduled to open in spring 2026.
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ColumnTourists must pay, say the French and visiting a ‘Trump’ America
A look at why the French Culture Minister wants non EU tourists to pay a surcharge, the thought of visiting the USA with Trump back in the White House, and how tech and awareness don’t seem to go hand-in-hand.
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NewsBroadway’s The Great Gatsby coming to London
The Tony Award-winning musical is on its way to the West End one year on from opening on Broadway, bringing F. Scott Fitzgerald’s best-selling novel to life.
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GLT AwardsGTO winner making memories in the Mediterranean
Mary Gotts, GTO of the Year winner in 2023 and group organiser for Gott 2 Travel, runs through the highlights of a packed cruise itinerary that she booked using her prize money.
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NewsTrek the Rhine, Sierra Nevada mountains and Cuba
Ramble Worldwide has launched a programme of new holidays ranging from ancient pilgrimage trails, wildlife watching, and city breaks to island hopping and snowshoeing.
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Reader ClubFree ticket offer to see West End hit, Hadestown
Hadestown is offering free tickets for GLT readers to see the show in London. Apply now and you could be joining us on 22nd January 2025.
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NewsGroup itineraries launched as Ravenglass & Eskdale turns 150
The Cumbria-based railway offers visitors the chance to enjoy panoramic views of the coast and mountain scenery between the coastal village of Ravenglass, and Dalegarth in the Eskdale Valley.
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NewsEgypt, South Korea and India among new Riviera tour itineraries
Famous sights including the Pyramids of Giza, the Korean Demilitarized Zone and the Taj Mahal are among the highlights for groups.