Tourism News

Lots of new products on offer for groups and coach operators at the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich.

NEW PACKAGES AVAILABLE:

• CHRISTMAS CAROL CONCERTS & PAINTED HALL:
  • A series of Christmas carol concerts in the stunning chapel (regarded as one of the finest neo-classical interiors in existence), mulled wine and mince pies in the Queen Mary Undercroft, followed by a tour of the breathtaking Painted Hall – groups 10+ £42.50.
  • Available 4^th, 11^th,. 18^th & 19^th Dec 2023. 2024 dates TBC.

From time to time our Members like to keep you informed of their activities and promotions, and this month English Heritage are pleased to let you know about their summer activities at Audley End House and Gardens.

Bishop Auckland, County Durham, is quickly becoming a must-visit destination for groups thanks to The Auckland Project, a unique collection of heritage attractions, galleries, gardens and parkland at the heart of this historic town.

Following a glowing review by Stuart Render in the latest AGTO magazine (pages 12-17), The Auckland Project have launched a brand new group offer, including exclusive packages and discounts for groups.

To view the 8 page leaflet please read more

As we approach the end of our Summer Season, we are delighted to welcome you to free lunchtime concerts in College Garden, Family Storytelling in Dean’s Yard and much more.

Read on to find out what’s happening at the Abbey in the month of August: from Wednesday Night Stories to Family Days, there’s something for everyone at Westminster Abbey!

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During a cruise on board Lord of the Glens in early May 2023, Captain Tony Reading was giving a talk to the guests about the Caledonian Canal when he was interrupted by Carol Kirkwood (BBC Weather Presenter), the Guest Speaker for the cruise. Carol then gave the guests and crew a summary of Tony’s fifty years at sea since joining his first ship in 1973.

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VisitEngland survey shows visits overall to attractions in 2022 still down more than a third on 2019 

VisitEngland has today published its Annual Survey of Visits to Visitor Attractions for 2022 showing that while visits overall to attractions across England last year showed recovery, numbers were still significantly down on pre-COVID levels.

5th October • Marshall Arena, Milton Keynes

Experience an inspirational day at Britain’s BEST group travel and coach tourism event

Meet experts who can help you organise brilliant group trips and holidays, find exclusive deals and great offers, listen to specialist and celebrity speakers, and join in the fun at the 2023 Group Leisure & Travel Show.

It all takes place on 5th October at the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes, when group organisers and coach operators can spend one brilliant day meeting a specialist range of exhibitors, including top attractions, tourist boards, accommodation providers, ticketing agencies, coach companies, tour operators and much more.