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NewsHuge art exhibition in Suffolk to display works by Banksy
West Suffolk will host one of the country’s biggest modern art exhibitions this year featuring several artworks by street artist, Banksy.
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NewsRare treasures and new King Charles III stamp on display at The Postal Museum
A new exhibition has opened at The Postal Museum in London, displaying treasures dating back to 1840 and culminating in the newest design for the reign of King Charles III.
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FeaturesFrameless London: where art breaks free from the canvas
We went along to London’s Frameless experience to find out why it offers a quirky addition to your group itinerary.
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News‘Dive under the waves’ to experience the Mary Rose like never before
1982 – Dive the Mary Rose will be a 4D immersive theatre experience which showcases the untold story of the finding, excavation, and recovery of Henry VIII’s favourite ship.
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FeaturesA 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.
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NewsAncient Egypt to be explored inside the new-look Manchester Museum
Manchester Museum will reopen its doors from 18th February following a three-year, £15 million transformation project, with its debut exhibition highlighting a lesser-known period in Ancient Egypt’s history.
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NewsGeorgian life and style to be explored in major exhibition at The Queen’s Gallery
A display at The Queen’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace will reveal life in the 18th century through the fashions of the day, featuring more than 200 works from the Royal Collection.
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NewsAnglo-Saxon Museum and Whisky Distillery to open in Northumberland
Ad Gefrin Anglo-Saxon Museum and Whisky Distillery will launch in spring 2023, bringing to life the hidden history of the 7th Century Anglo Saxon Royal court of Northumbria discovered at Yeavering.
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NewsInjecting Hope at Science Museum explores Covid vaccine story
A new exhibition now open at the Science Museum explores the worldwide effort to develop a Covid-19 vaccine at a speed to beat the pandemic.
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FeaturesV&A highlights include Chanel fashion first and major Donatello display
Groups visiting the V&A in 2023 have plenty to look out for including the first UK exhibition dedicated to the work of French couturière, Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel.
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InterviewBeaulieu’s head of visitor experience talks exhibitions, group highlights and landmark milestones
We caught up with Jon Tee, head of visitor experience and operations at Beaulieu to discuss what groups can expect on a visit and the National Motor Museum’s 50th anniversary exhibition.
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NewsLunch underneath Concorde as part of Aerospace Bristol's anniversary tour
Aerospace Bristol, home to the last Concorde ever to fly, has announced a special group package to commemorate 20 years since the iconic supersonic passenger jet touched down for the final time.
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NewsCheshire museums launch ‘Silk and Salt’ day package for groups
The day itinerary includes tours of the award-winning Silk Museum and Lion Salt Work Museum in Cheshire as well as lunch and refreshments.
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InterviewHow group visits bring history to life at the King Richard III Visitor Centre
We spoke to Lisa Harrison, sales co-ordinator at the King Richard III Visitor Centre in Leicester, about the highlights to look out for on a visit and why groups are important to the attraction.
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NewsBritish Motor Museum celebrates 100 years of the Austin Seven
A special exhibition called Small car. Big history: 100 years of the Austin Seven explores the impact of the iconic car over the last century.
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NewsStrange Clay exhibition at London’s Hayward Gallery celebrates the abstract
A new exhibition will explore how contemporary artists have used clay in inventive ways to create striking sculptures.
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NewsVisitors will be invited to step ‘inside’ iconic paintings as part of immersive Frameless experience
Set to open in London this autumn, Frameless is a new multi-sensory attraction which invites visitors to actually step inside the artworks themselves.
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NewsWhat’s new for groups at Beamish Museum?
A 1950s Front Street terrace (complete with hairdressers and chippy), new park and Field Farm are among the new exhibits and attractions to open at Beamish Museum.
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SponsoredVisit Aerospace Bristol: ‘The Best Museum for Groups’
Winner of Best Museum or Gallery Award at the Group Leisure & Travel Awards 2020 and 2021, Aerospace Bristol takes groups on a fascinating flight through aerospace history, including the special opportunity to step aboard the last Concorde ever to fly.
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NewsJodrell Bank’s striking First Light Pavilion opens to visitors for the first time
Jodrell Bank’s newest attraction, the First Light Pavilion, created to bring the UNESCO World Heritage site’s story to life, has opened its doors to visitors for the first time.