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News
Museums, galleries and places of worship prove popular in 2023
VisitEngland has revealed its annual visitor statistics for 2023, showing the most visited paid for and free attractions across the country.
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Features
5 fascinating heritage attractions in the north
Pick up inspiration for your future group visits with a look at several intriguing attractions in the north of England.
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Features
D-Day 80: where to go to commemorate the anniversary with your group
A round-up of special exhibitions, events, coach trips and holidays to mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day Normandy landings in 2024.
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Features
Where group organisers are looking forward to visiting in 2024
GTOs have been telling us about the holiday and day trip destinations they’re visiting with their group throughout the year - we’re very jealous!
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News
Daish’s Holidays reports coach holiday booking rise
The appetite for staycations remained strong in 2023 for independent family-owned UK coach holiday group Daish’s Holidays, with the firm witnessing increased growth in both annual turnover and coach travel to its 12 hotels.
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Who's Who in Group Leisure
Tourism minister: rise in staycations has led to economy boost
England’s tourism minister Sir John Whittingdale welcomes a rise in staycations throughout 2023 and outlines plans for the economy in 2024.
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Who's Who in Group Leisure
VisitEngland director: heritage highlights in 2024 for groups
There’s something for everyone in 2024, says Andrew Stokes, director of VisitEngland, including the redevelopment of great heritage sites.
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Features
Great group holidays from chance GLT Show encounter
GTO Richard Preston, The Valentine Club, tells us about a string of sell-out group holidays following a chance meeting at the Group Leisure & Travel Show in Milton Keynes.
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Features
Christmas short breaks and holidays for groups in 2023 and 2024
We pick out some fantastic festive short breaks, holidays and cruise ideas for future Christmas trips with your group.
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News
England’s most visited free and paid-for attractions
VisitEngland has released its annual visitor figures for 2022 which show the most popular paid-for and free attractions across the country.
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Features
New 2023 openings: exhibitions, museums and historical sites
We take a look at some of the biggest new openings for groups to consider…
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Features
5 UK cities which are ideal for book lovers
Treat the bookworms in your group with a visit full of literary inspiration and excellence at these top UK cities.
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Destination Guides
8 of the most beautiful places in… Cheshire
Whether it be to explore nature or discover historic venues, groups are spoilt for choice in Cheshire.
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Features
10 iconic attractions in England to visit with your group
Here are ten amazing group-friendly visit ideas in England, ranging from historic venues to beautiful gardens.
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News
Kew Gardens and Brighton Pier top the most visited list in England for 2021
VisitEngland has revealed its annual survey for 2021, showing gardens and museums were once again popular, along with Brighton Pier and a number of wildlife attractions.
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Destination Guides
Derby: museums, food and drink experiences and historic properties
With its central England location, Derby is a fascinating place to visit to explore the city’s local attractions and surrounding Peak District.
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Destination Guides
Explore the beautiful architecture and historic sights of Norwich
From stunning architecture, fascinating history and eclectic shopping, Norwich makes a great destination for groups.
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News
Scenic cruise and retro steam train journey among new VIP experiences in Cumbria
A new group package launched by Ullswater ‘Steamers’ and Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway is said to allow groups to immerse themselves in two areas of the Lake District National Park with a combined VIP tour.
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News
Champagne at Highgrove and Cotswolds gardens among itinerary highlights
Coach tour operator Brightwater Holidays has launched a collection of Premium holidays consisting of six new itineraries focussing on gardens and historic homes across the UK including the Scottish Highlands and Norfolk.
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Reader Club
Wiltshire: discovering the wonders of the county
Readers joined us on our familiarisation visit to Wilthire, taking in Salisbury Cathedral and attractions in Swindon. Find out about our whistle-stop tour through the rolling countryside.