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NewsBowood House display marks 250 years since discovery of oxygen
The new exhibition invites visitors to find out about Dr Joseph Priestley, the man who discovered oxygen in the laboratory at Bowood House in Wiltshire.
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NewsGroup tickets on sale for The Festival of Light at Longleat
Tickets for Longleat’s huge winter event, The Festival of Light, are on sale with groups able to uncover iconic stories throughout.
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SponsoredBuscot Park: one of Oxfordshire’s best-kept secrets
Groups can enjoy exclusive guided tours of this family-run Georgian country house near Faringdon, with its renowned art collection and formal water gardens.
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NewsChatsworth's season features modern art and festive displays
An exhibition celebrating Chatsworth’s 500-year history of design and creativity opens a season of discovery across the house, garden and park of the Derbyshire estate.
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NewsThe Festival of Light returns with Wondrous World of Roald Dahl theme
After a two-year absence The Festival of Light is back at Longleat with an all-new outdoor spectacular showcasing ‘The Wondrous Worlds of Roald Dahl’ with scenes from favourites such as The BFG and Matilda.
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NewsFree group visits available to see Marble Hill’s restored villa and gardens
Groups are being welcomed back to Marble Hill in West London with free visits from 21st June to explore its opulent rooms and pleasure garden.
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Features7 ideas for a festive day out to remember
We know how tough it can be to decide on where to go to celebrate the Christmas period, so here are seven day trip options to offer some festive inspiration
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FeaturesGroup organiser Geoff Allen on his eventful visit to Chartwell
Geoff Allen, group organiser for Travallen Travel & Events, reports back from a “wonderful” outing to the National trust property of Chartwell in Kent, the family home and garden of Sir Winston Churchill… even if there were a few hurdles along the way.
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Destination GuidesCelebrate Yorkshire by visiting some of its most beautiful places
Having celebrated Yorkshire Day, we’ve put together a list of some of its most beautiful spots that you can enjoy all year round to truly appreciate the historic county.
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NewsExclusive group tours of Rothschild family’s Eythrope Garden on offer
Groups can book exclusive private tours of Eythrope, the private walled garden of the Rothchild family in Buckinghamshire, near to their Waddesdon Manor home.
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FeaturesGLT among the first to see striking new exhibitions at Blenheim Palace
GLT’s Harry Rogers reports back from his trip to see The Churchill Exhibition and The Stables Exhibition at Oxfordshire’s Blenheim Palace, which includes a specially commissioned waxwork of the former Prime Minister.
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FeaturesExhibitions, festivals and flower show among Blenheim Palace’s 2021 highlights
Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire has announced its 2021 programme including group-friendly events for visitors to make the most of the 2,000 acres of ‘Capability’ Brown parkland at the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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NewsCastle Howard’s summer concerts will include its 30th Proms event
Castle Howard’s live music weekend, featuring flag-waving proms and an orchestral performance of Queen’s greatest hits, is set to take place from 20th - 22nd August within the grounds of the stately home near York.
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NewsGroup discount for Waddesdon Manor’s series of online talks and tours
Groups can choose from a series of online talks and tours hosted by Waddesdon Manor including a garden tour, a talk about the history of board games and stories of the old Manor Kitchens.
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FeaturesThe real-life locations of Netflix hit series Bridgerton
Bridgerton, the new period drama on Netflix, has been hugely popular with fans. But where in the UK was it filmed? We take a look at some of the locations and attractions you might recognise.
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NewsDiscover the intriguing history of Waddesdon Manor’s kitchen in a new online exhibition
The history of Waddesdon Manor’s kitchen and the people who worked there is explored as part of a new free online exhibition.
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NewsHarewood House announces Christmas season for group visits
Harewood House in west Yorkshire has announced details of its Christmas season for groups including a festive market and a specially themed display.
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NewsGroups invited to enjoy Christmas extravaganza at Waddesdon Manor
Groups can now book tickets for Waddesdon Manor’s Christmas Winter Light event with discounts available.
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NewsLancashire’s Leighton Hall works with tour operator to trial group visits
The team at the historic house near Carnforth worked with a coach tour operator for a mock group visit to test its Covid-19 safeguards.
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NewsChatsworth to celebrate its famous figures throughout annual season
A new display, among other events, will celebrate some of the most famous figures to have been associated with the Derbyshire house, showcasing personal objects and portraits.