10 of the best UNESCO sites in the UK to visit
If a site has been awarded World Heritage status by UNESCO, it’s got to be special. And these gems have great stories to tell.
Top 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…
Belvoir Castle opens new animal park
Groups visiting Belvoir Castle in Leicestershire will soon be able to see donkeys, pigs, goats, cows and sheep who have made their home at a new animal park.
Anne Hathaway’s Cottage now open all year round
Shakespeare Birthplace Trust has announced that Anne Hathaway’s Cottage will extend its opening times in 2025, meaning groups have a better opportunity to explore the home of the Bard’s wife.
Emmerdale Village Tour and Harewood House package
Groups can combine afternoon tea at Harewood House with their day in the Yorkshire Dales as part of a new package.
Battle Proms star wows Britain’s Got Talent judges
Soprano Denise Leigh is a familiar face at the Battle Proms Picnic Concerts and recently swapped the outdoor stages for ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent before returning for the annual series of concerts this summer.
Tower of London will be transformed with Remembrance display
The Tower of London will be illuminated for a moving light and sound show during this year’s Remembrance period.
Marvel at remarkable tapestries on group tour in Coventry
A new guided tour for groups combines a visit to St Mary’s Guildhall and Coventry Cathedral taking in two extraordinary tapestries.
Napoleon film: historic venues reveal their part on the big screen
Several major attractions are being showcased on the big screen as locations used in Sir Ridley Scott’s new epic film Napoleon.
Exclusive groups access to The Crown series film location
JG Travel Group has launched a coach trip that offers groups a sneak peek at one of The Crown’s iconic filming locations.
6 of the UK’s spectacularly spooky sites for group visits
We’ve picked out six historic venues with a darker twist for groups to visit across the UK, from haunted sites to behind bars experiences.
Roman garden at Butser Ancient Farm now open to groups
The Duke of Gloucester has opened a new garden at the Hampshire-based open air museum, offering groups a glimpse into the horticultural habits of the Romans and the types of plants available to them.
Exclusive Christmas candlelit tours of Shakespeare’s home
The family home of William Shakespeare is opening its doors exclusively for groups in November for a series of special Christmas-themed, candlelit tours of the historic house.
Picture this: some of the most beautiful places to visit in autumn
A selection of attractions which are perfect for autumnal walks, seasonal displays and beautiful photo opportunities.
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.
A look at some of the most intriguing new attractions and displays for groups in 2023
Whether it’s exciting exhibitions, terrific tours or awesome attractions, here’s a round-up of just some of the big new openings on our radar this year.
Alex Dixon: passionate about people, palaces and history
We spoke to Alex Dixon, who looks after groups at Historic Royal Palaces, to find out what it meant to be nominated for The Excellence Award and what the charity has coming up this year.
Tour St Mary’s Guildhall and Coventry Cathedral in new group offer
The historic St Mary’s Guildhall has partnered with Coventry Cathedral to offer groups a day out in the city that will bring 1,000 years of history to life.
Wine tasting and private garden tours on the menu for Waddesdon group visits
Waddesdon Manor in Buckinghamshire has announced new group options including special garden tours, wine packages and cream tea treats.
Series of special events to celebrate Christopher Wren’s legacy
Wren300 marks the tercentenary of the death of Sir Christopher Wren, one of Great Britain’s most famed architects, with a series of events and activities throughout London planned at some of the buildings he is known for.
5 days out for groups which bring history to life
Here are five options to give your group a day they’ll never forget, whether it be exploring a heritage venue or jumping aboard historic vessels.
Jousting, food, flowers, electric cars and more… 2023 at Blenheim Palace
Blenheim Palace has revealed its calendar of events for 2023, including the popular Food Festival, super cars, a jousting tournament and Christmas festivities.
Buxton Crescent attraction includes thrilling VR experience for groups
The Buxton Crescent Experience is a new innovative attraction that reveals the story of a spa town and its links to water, with exclusive group tours also on offer.
Fire Garden, tunnels of light and glistening trees at Hatfield Park
A Fire Garden will be one of the focal points of a new Christmas light trail at Hatfield Park in Hertfordshire between 25th November and 31st December 2022.
Combine two historic tours in London at Leighton and Sambourne House
A major redevelopment project at Leighton House will reveal new exhibition spaces and previously unseen historic features, with groups able to combine their visit with Sambourne House down the road.
10 must-visit TV & film period drama locations
From Downton Abbey and The Crown to Peaky Blinders and Poldark, here are some must-visit sites for period drama aficionados.
Filming locations linked to Downton Abbey which are great for groups
We’ve picked out some top Downton Abbey filming locations across the UK which are great for group trips to celebrate the release of this year’s film.
Bletchley Park’s Intelligence Factory showcases war life like never before
The Intelligence Factory is the largest exhibition space to open at Bletchley Park in Buckinghamshire. We headed down to the home of the codebreakers to dig out some of the highlights for groups.