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…
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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…
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,…
Salisbury Cathedral: A Timeless Masterpiece of Gothic England
Salisbury Cathedral, formally known as the Cathedral Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, stands as one of the most magnificent achievements of medieval architecture in England. Located in the heart…
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,…
The Boscombe Down Aviation Collection: A Hidden Gem for Aviation Enthusiasts
Nestled in Old Sarum, just north of Salisbury in Wiltshire, lies one of the UK’s most fascinating yet lesser-known aviation museums: The Boscombe Down Aviation Collection (BDAC). Unlike the larger,…
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…
The Bath Lookout – Bath’s Elevated Panorama
Tucked within Alexandra Park, perched above Bath’s city centre, is The Bath Lookout, one of the city’s most cherished scenic vantage points. Accessible via the steep paths and stairs of…
Prior Park Landscape Garden – Bath’s Picturesque Georgian Masterpiece
Tucked away in a peaceful valley just on the edge of Bath lies Prior Park Landscape Garden, one of England’s most exquisite examples of 18th-century landscape design. Created by the…