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NewsRAF Museum’s new displays commemorate Battle of Britain 80
The Royal Air Force Museum has opened new exhibitions at its London and Cosford sites to mark the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain.
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NewsBodmin Jail to reopen following £8.5 million redevelopment
Cornwall’s Bodmin Jail is set to reopen on 1st October after undergoing a major £8.5 million redevelopment, bringing new features to the historic prison.
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NewsGroups return to World of James Herriot as new series of All Creatures Great and Small starts
The first coach group has visited the World of James Herriot since before lockdown, ahead of the return of All Creatures Great and Small to our television screens.
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Features8 of the most beautiful places in… Wiltshire
In this instalment, we shine a spotlight on Wiltshire, where green landscapes, atmospheric ruins and even a former Prime Minister’s house awaits…
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NewsCode-breaking puzzles and family fun at Bletchley Park this summer
Bletchley Park in Milton Keynes, home of the World War Two code-breakers, has revealed a host of activities to welcome back families with discounts available.
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NewsGardens, museums & country houses were among most popular visitor attractions last year
The Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA) has released its 2019 visitor numbers with gardens, museums and historic properties seeing an especially successful year.
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FeaturesGreat days out for groups: readers tell us where they love to go
We asked more readers to share some of their best group days out - and they did not disappoint. Have a look at these…
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SponsoredAerospace Bristol celebrates the remarkable heritage of Concorde
We speak to visitor services manager Rachel Chivers about the exciting developments happening at Aerospace Bristol.
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FeaturesOne year on: the success and challenges of creating group experiences at the Painted Hall
Sasha Greig, head of visitor experience and retail at the Old Royal Naval College reflects on the successes and challenges of the last year.
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NewsVisitor attractions still marking VE Day with special experiences
From a virtual festival to ringing bells for the local community, there’s plenty being organised for the day and beyond. Share these with your group so you can all enjoy them as we continue to mark the 75th anniversary of VE Day.
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FeaturesGroup trip reflections: Geoff Allen on a visit to Aerospace Bristol
Geoff Allen, who organises trips for Travallen Travel & Events, reports back on a recent stellar visit to Aerospace Bristol.
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FeaturesArrange a virtual group visit to some of Europe’s best museums
These online virtual tours bring the beauty and wonder of the continent to you and your group - think of it as a fam trip for next year’s outings.
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NewsRAF Museum to remember the Blitz in latest exhibition
More than 60 works of art will go on display at London’s RAF Museum to shine a spotlight on different artist’s responses to the Battle of Britain and the Blitz.
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FeaturesArctic life and South Asian history at the British Museum this year
The free London museum has been busy sharing details about its 2020 programme – and there’s some unique events going on.
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NewsGroup rates for myths and legends display at The Bowes Museum
Fantasy and fairy tales are brought to life at the Barnard Castle-based museum’s spring exhibition.
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FeaturesFrom steam trains to street marches: this year’s group events at Beamish
Beamish has announced a full programme of events for the year ahead inspired by national and local heritage.
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NewsMore time to see striking Van Gogh immersive experience
Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience has seen more than 50,000 visitors through its doors since opening last summer in York, sparking a further extension and plans to open the attraction in Leicester.
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NewsWorld’s largest touring exhibition of Banksy artworks coming to London’s Covent Garden
Group tickets are now available for what will be the UK’s first chance to see the world’s largest touring collection by notorious artist Banksy, showcasing works rarely seen by the general public. It opens in May and runs until November.
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NewsExtraordinary story brought to life at Brunel’s SS Great Britain
2020 marks the 50th anniversary of the remarkable homecoming journey of the world’s first great ocean liner.
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FeaturesSome of the places the GLT team have visited in 2019
The Group Leisure & Travel team have been here, there and everywhere in 2019. We’ve picked out a handful of our favourite visits to help inspire your next group trip.