What's New? – Page 4
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NewsUK’s oldest natural history museum unveils major redisplay
Oxford University Museum of Natural History has completed its biggest redisplay project in its 165-year history, now with over 3,000 objects including three Oxfordshire dinosaurs.
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NewsWalking route highlighting Northern England to launch
The UK’s newest long-distance walking route will take in some of the north’s most spectacular scenery, including the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District.
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ColumnBad manners at 30,000ft, crazy queues and airport security
Plane passenger etiquette in freefall, nine-hour queues for Bayeux Tapestry tickets and Dubai Airport’s passport-free future.
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NewsSpirited Away set for 2028 London Coliseum comeback
The original Japanese production of the Oscar-winning Studio Ghibli classic will be making its anticipated return to the UK following a record-breaking run in 2024.
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NewsDates confirmed for 2027 tour of The King’s Speech
The major new production based on the Oscar-winning film will premiere at the Barn Theatre in Cirencester this autumn before embarking on a UK tour from January 2027.
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NewsTransformed Ripon Workhouse Museum reopens to groups
The museum in Yorkshire has reopened following major restoration work, offering groups an immersive and interactive journey into Victorian workhouse life.
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NewsBeloved Victoria Wood sitcom gets stage adaptation
Les Dennis is set to star in a new stage production of dinnerladies which will see original characters return to audiences as part of a nationwide tour in 2027.
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FeaturesEric Knowles: 45 years of Antiques Roadshow
Antiques Roadshow regular Eric Knowles talks to GLT’s Keeley Rodgers about travel, a passion for history and a standout filming moment.
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NewsImmersive Timewalk history experience at ExCeL
An immersive experience transporting visitors through 12,000 years of human civilisation has opened at ExCeL London, offering group travel organisers an exciting new option.
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NewsTickling with laughter! Ken Dodd exhibition opens in Blackpool
A new exhibition celebrating the comedy genius Sir Ken Dodd has opened at Showtown in Blackpool, featuring iconic costumes, props and never-before-seen archive material.
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FeaturesEES: How is the new border system affecting groups?
We speak to coach operators, GTOs and the travel trade to find out how the EU’s new Entry/Exit System is affecting group travel across Channel crossings and at airports.
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SponsoredCameron Mackintosh brings reborn Miss Saigon to West End in 2027
The extraordinary show is heading to London’s Prince Edward Theatre for a strictly limited eight-month season from May 2027.
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NewsA brilliantly mad Christmas comes to Beaulieu
Beaulieu’s Palace House state rooms set to transform into Alice’s Christmas Wonderland with theatrical installations and designer decor from 21st November.
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NewsHundreds of coach operators listed in 56th edition of industry directory
The 2026/27 edition of Who’s Who in the Bus & Coach Industry is now available, in print and digitally.
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FeaturesGTOs share their best theatre trips and top tips
From West End spectacles to touring productions, group travel organisers share the shows that have wowed their members, what they have booked for the year ahead and their top tips for organising theatre trips.
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ReviewLondon Theatre Review: Trainspotting The Musical
Irvine Welsh and Caroline Jay Ranger come together to bring audiences Trainspotting The Musical, a weird and wonderful blend of chemicals, colour and foot-tapping tunes.
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FeaturesWatch: Windsor Castle’s Venus Garden transformation
The historic garden underwent a major redesign this year based on plans from His Majesty The King, and is currently open to groups until 13th September.
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FeaturesBritain’s Bayeux Tapestry: celebrating 140 years of heritage
With the original Bayeux Tapestry heading to the British Museum this September, Reading Museum is marking a milestone anniversary of Britain’s own full-scale replica of the medieval artwork.
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InterviewJohn Lovelock: memorable visits and a love of history
GTO John Lovelock on 50 years of a thriving community group, how it all began and some of the quirky visits he has organised.
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NewsBristol Dockyards unveils new SS Great Britain museum
The home of the SS Great Britain has reopened as Bristol Dockyards, unveiling a major new museum that brings fresh perspectives and previously untold stories about the world’s first modern ship.
