What else is new? – Page 53
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NewsDiscount offer unveiled for groups at Royal Ascot 2022
For the first time ever, groups attending Royal Ascot in Berkshire will be able to benefit from discounted entry in the Windsor Enclosure, which is just one of the many ways to experience a day at the races in the summer.
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NewsSouth Pacific musical gearing up for UK tour
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s classic musical South Pacific will open at Manchester Opera House in the summer, followed by a season at Sadler’s Wells in London before embarking on a UK and Ireland tour.
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NewsThursford Christmas Spectacular 2022 tickets now on sale
Tickets for the annual Thursford Christmas Spectacular in Norfolk are now on sale, with 82 performances planned for the 2022 festive season – more than ever before.
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VideoWatch: Royal Albert Hall celebrates its 150th Christmas
The team at the Royal Albert Hall has released a festive video to commemorate 150 years of Christmas at the iconic London venue.
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NewsNew Pilgrim Path added to Italian network of ancient routes
The northern Italian region of Emilia Romagna now offers Sentiero dei Ducati which can be explored by groups either on foot or by bicycle.
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FeaturesHow do you create the perfect pork pie? Dickinson & Morris’ Stephen Hallam reveals all
We caught up with Stephen Hallam of Dickinson & Morris’ Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe in Melton Mowbray to find out what groups can expect on a visit, the perfect pork pie recipe and the best time to visit the region.
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NewsLandmark Stonehenge exhibition to open at the British Museum
The British Museum has announced an upcoming major exhibition on Stonehenge which will see over 430 objects brought together from across Europe in a special spectacle on the history of the ancient monument.
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FeaturesYour 12 most read stories of 2021 were…
It has been a year of ups and downs and this list of our most read stories reflects how we kept you informed and updated but also proves you were in search of ideas and inspiration. So, the most popular stories and features from 2021 were…
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FeaturesIn pictures: the spectacular Jack and the Beanstalk panto at Milton Keynes Theatre
We went along to the official press night of Jack and the Beanstalk at Milton Keynes’ Theatre, starring the likes of Diversity dancer Ashley Banjo, West End regular Gina Murray and TV magician Pete Firman. Check out these amazing snaps above from the show. You can use the ...
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NewsGet Back On Board campaign will promote ‘modern, convenient’ coach travel
The benefits of coach travel will be highlighted in a national TV advertising campaign funded by coach operators, including members of the Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT), following the recent growth in domestic tourism.
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Interview
Oz Clarke shares his favourite destinations and wine tasting tips
Wine expert Oz Clarke, who was a guest speaker at the Group Leisure & Travel Show in October, talks to Jennie Milsom about his favourite food and drink tours and how groups can get the most out of a wine tasting trip.
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ReviewLondon Theatre Review: Life of Pi
The West End premiere of Yann Martel’s iconic book Life of Pi has taken London by storm after its successful run in Sheffield and has extended bookings until May 2022.
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ColumnCarrying on despite Omicron and some highly astonishing reviews
Mind-boggling reviews about The Shard in London, getting into the festive spirit and more from our regular columnist.
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NewsWest end stars announced for 2022 cast of Wicked
The producers of Wicked in London have announced four new West End regulars including Gary Wilmot to join the cast in 2022.
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InterviewElizabeth Hodgson: been there, done that, got the t-shirt
In this special edition of My Group & I, we asked Elizabeth Hodgson, 2021 Group Travel Organiser of the Year®, how it felt to win the award, her time organising for Barnet U3A and historical highlights on her travels.
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GLT AwardsKevin Keegan to host 2022 GLT Awards ceremony
Kevin Keegan OBE, the former England and Liverpool footballer and manager of England and Newcastle, is to host the 2022 Group Leisure & Travel Awards ceremony on 5th October at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Milton Keynes.
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NewsFeast and festivities at Leicester’s King Richard III attraction
The King Richard III Visitor Centre in the city of Leicester has launched a new group talk, Feast and Festivities, which showcases food in the medieval period and the importance of it in celebrations.
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FeaturesIn pictures: stunning Christmas trees arrive at top English castles
We’ve seen some lovely photos of Christmas trees popping up in and around some of England’s top castles to celebrate the season, so we thought we’d share some of our favourites. Let the countdown begin! You can use the arrows to the right and left of the image ...
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NewsNew 1950s terrace to open as part of Remaking Beamish project
Beamish, The Living Museum of the North is set to open a 1950s terrace to visitors as part of Remaking Beamish, the biggest development in the museum’s history.
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InterviewMichael Kneller: a team effort
Harry Rogers talks to Michael Kneller about his time with the After Eight Social Club, his advice for newcomers and how nice it’s been to forward plan once more.