Destination North East England in partnership with UKinbound will host leading tour operators from across the leisure, corporate and student sectors, representing markets such as the US, Canada, Germany, Holland and Nordics as part of its Discover Programme. The group will arrive in the region on Sunday, April 28th for a 3-day whistle-stop tour of the region. Delegates, who are all members of UKinbound, include Virgin Experience Days, Cashel Travel Ltd, Tour Partner Group and Angela Shanley Associates. As well as getting the chance to visit some of the North East’s key visitor attractions ther ..read more

Lake District tour specialist Mountain Goat is joining forces with the Lake District Foundation, a Kendal-based charity, to raise funds and provide people power for projects benefiting the National Park. Passengers exploring the Lake District on Mountain Goat’s tours will now experience the region’s beauty and have the chance to protect the local environment. By encouraging passenger donations, Mountain Goat aims to raise thousands of pounds to fund projects that support biodiversity, including woodland management, hedgerow planting, and the creation of new reedbeds in Windermere. With a long ..read more

Its portfolio includes eight award-winning unique attractions located throughout the UK. © Continuum Attractions Coronation Street Experience From stepping into the drama of beloved TV soaps to discovering the truth behind the legend of Loch Ness, their diverse portfolio delivers high-quality and memorable experiences to guests. Amongst the group of attractions, some of the highlights include:- York’s Chocolate Story Reveals how chocolate made history in this iconic city. Guests can indulge in a new VIP Chocolate Masterclass led by a skilled Chocolatier. Plus, groups of 15 or more can take a ..read more

In the first formal acknowledgement of Willmott’s influence in the RHS’s history and the acquisition of RHS Garden Wisley, the garden will officially open the Oakwood Summerhouse on April 10. Willmott was a significant figure in horticulture at the turn of the 20th century, having co-sponsored many plant-collecting expeditions that introduced new species to cultivation, several of which were named for her. She created three extensive gardens across Europe, including Warley Place in Essex. Willmott had been involved with the RHS for around 40 years until her death in 1934. However, her relation ..read more

This will be the first full-size steam locomotive oil conversion in the U.K. since the end of steam, and it is a crucial step forward in “future-proofing”, the busiest heritage railway in the country. Paul Middleton, Director of Mechanical Engineering at the NYMR, said, “This is a great opportunity to develop oil-burning systems on our locomotives. This will help ensure our steam locomotives remain in service for future generations. Oil has many benefits, including lowering the risks of lineside fires, reducing staff hours maintaining locomotives, and reducing business risk due to the unavaila ..read more

At its core stands the Lovell Telescope, a Grade I listed engineering marvel, it’s purpose; to unravel the secrets of the sky and stars above. With its 76-metre-wide dish, it’s the UK’s largest steerable Radio Telescope and has been in constant use by astrophysicists from across the globe since 1957. © Jodrell Bank The First Light Pavilion, an award-winning architectural grass-topped dome that opened in 2022, mirrors the dimensions of the Telescope above. Within its curved interior, exhibitions reveal the Lovell’s secrets, from tracking Sputnik to Apollo moon missions. For those seeking cele ..read more

Organiser Steve Timewell said, “Since the parade started in the 50s, there has never been a parade like it. This is certainly the biggest parade in Spalding’s history.” The line-up, published on www.spaldingflowerparade.org.uk, includes 59 features, including floats, simulated trailers, bands, and local community groups. “There are over 500 people in the parade, all in costumes based on this year’s theme of movie titles,” Steve said. Steve is well known in the town as the one who brought back the parade last year after a ten-year absence. The event drew crowds to the town in excess of 200 ..read more

The venue features plenty of parking for coaches, excellent toilet facilities, a retail store, and the Refuel Café on-site, which serves hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, snacks, and hot meals. © Silverstone Heritage Ltd t/a Silverstone Museum Coach drivers get FREE ADMISSION to the Museum each trip, with the usual dwell time in the attraction averaging 2.5 to 3 hours. The museum is within easy reach of major roads and motorways, including the M1, M40, A43, and A5. Most roads approaching the destination are dual carriageways for smooth travel planning. The attraction is not just your sta ..read more

Visit Greenwich continues to work hard to ensure that the £1.87bn revenue created provides as many opportunities for local people and businesses as possible. The organisation has stepped up strategic partnerships with local educators, London South East Colleges, the University of Greenwich, and Ravensbourne University London continuing to explore ways of maximising local engagement and employment opportunities for residents. Full 2023 data will be published shortly from the globally-used STEAM* tourism economic activity model. It highlights the continued value of the visitor economy in the reg ..read more

Every year Daish’s Holidays pledges to raise money for a deserving cause with the help of donations from guests and staff. This year’s collaboration aims to increase awareness and funds for Eve, a charity funding research and raising awareness into the prevention and earlier diagnosis of the five gynaecological cancers. Daish’s Holidays will initiate a series of fundraising activities throughout the year to engage both staff and guests in supporting Eve’s crucial work. The partnership reflects the company’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and its desire to make a positive impact ..read more