Newcastle Castle
Enjoy exploring the ancient passageways and chambers, discover the hidden stories of the Castle’s inhabitants over the centuries, and take a journey up the roof to see the most commanding…
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Grainger Town – free tour for Heritage Open Days – WA
About this event Travel & Outdoor • Hiking Meet and finish at the north side of Grey’s Monument. Richard Grainger was from a poor family, but during a five- year…
Mansion House Jesmond – free tour for Heritage Open Days
About this event Community • Heritage Meet at the Mansion House, Fernwood Road, Jesmond NE2 1TJ Led by Newcastle City Guides visitors will enjoy a conducted tour of the building,…
War Horse: The Theatrical Spectacle That Captivated Audiences
Introduction War Horse is one of the most critically acclaimed and visually stunning theatrical productions of the 21st century. Adapted from Michael Morpurgo’s 1982 novel of the same name, the play…
The Jane Austen Festival
About The 2025 edition of The Jane Austen Festival will take place from Friday 12 September to Sunday 21 September and is the largest and longest running Jane Austen Festival in the world. The…
Centuries of Stories: Stonehenge & the Cotswolds
Morning Bath to Stonehenge Today, we're stepping back in time. You depart from Bath and head south, towards the Salisbury Plain, an area rich in archaeology & ancient secrets. Mid…
Stonehenge: Unraveling the Mysteries of an Ancient Monument
Few landmarks in the world stir as much fascination and curiosity as Stonehenge. Standing on the Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England, this prehistoric monument has captivated the imaginations of archaeologists,…
Avebury Henge and Stone Circles: Britain’s Ancient Monument of Mystery
When most people think of ancient stone monuments in Britain, their minds go immediately to Stonehenge. Yet, just 25 miles north of its more famous cousin lies a site that…
Lacock Abbey
Lacock Abbey, located in the village of Lacock in Wiltshire, England, is a historic site with a rich and varied past. Founded in the early 13th century as an Augustinian…
The Cotswolds
The Cotswolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in south-central England, is famed for its rolling hills, honey-coloured limestone villages, and idyllic countryside charm. Stretching across several counties, including Gloucestershire,…
Salisbury
Salisbury, a historic cathedral city in Wiltshire, England, is renowned for its stunning medieval architecture, rich heritage, and picturesque setting where the rivers Avon, Nadder, Ebble, and Bourne converge. At…
Old Sarum: Where England’s History Began
On a windswept hill just two miles north of Salisbury lies Old Sarum, one of the most fascinating historic sites in southern England. Part Iron Age hillfort, part Norman stronghold,…