Category: England

March 1, 2015

2015 Chelsea Flower Show

Filed under: England - 01 Mar 2015

Billed as the greatest flower show in the world, the Chelsea Flower Show in London is the ultimate event in the British gardening calendar.

For 2015, the Chelsea Show takes place from May 19th – 23rd.
Chelsea Flower Show
The Chelsea …

November 1, 2013

Remember, Remember the Fifth of November…2014

Filed under: Things to Do - London - 01 Nov 2013

November 5th is Bonfire Night or Guy Fawkes Night or Fireworks Night in Britain and all around the country you’ll find Bonfire Night festivities and massive firework displays.
So Who was Guy Fawkes
This British tradition dates back to the …

November 9, 2012

London Musicals – What’s on in London West End

Filed under: Things to Do - London - 09 Nov 2012

London is the entertainment capital of the world and some of the popular West End shows are booked out months in advance.  To avoid disappointment, book your London musical before you leave home.  Below are some of the  …

February 10, 2011

Prince William and Kate’s Wedding – London Walking Tour

Filed under: Things to Do - London - 10 Feb 2011

All eyes will be on London on April 29, 2011 when the Royal Wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton takes place.

For Royal watchers or those who love Royal weddings and want to share in the excitement of …

November 6, 2010

The Lord Mayor's Show and Fireworks 2010

Filed under: Things to Do - London - 06 Nov 2010

Visitors to London will be able to join in the City’s celebration of its heritage and diversity at the annual Lord Mayor’s Show.

On Saturday 13 November, following in the footsteps of his predecessors, the newly elected 683rd Lord …

September 15, 2010

A Weekend of Murder, Mystery & Mayhem at the Agatha Christie Festival

Filed under: England - 15 Sep 2010

The annual Agatha Christie Festival kicked off in Torquay in brilliant sunshine.  This year is the 120th anniversary of the birth of the world’s favourite crime and mystery author, so what magnificent weather to celebrate this event.

Our room …

August 12, 2010

Private Viewing of The Crown Jewels

Filed under: Things to Do - London - 12 Aug 2010

Visitors to London in August have the opportunity to see the world famous Crown Jewels on this exclusive, limited-availability Tower of London tour.

This private viewing after hours is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to view one of the most celebrated …

July 31, 2010

The Music of Bond – James Bond – at The Royal Albert Hall

Filed under: Things to Do - London - 31 Jul 2010

If you love the distinctive theme songs from James Bond movies, this is a concert not to be missed.

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, one of the UK’s top orchestras, celebrates Britain’s most popular secret agent as guest vocalists thrill …

July 15, 2010

Cambridge Shakespeare Festival

Filed under: England - 15 Jul 2010

Visitors to the beautiful university town of Cambridge will be able to enjoy one of their favourite Shakespeare plays.  From 12 July to 28 August Cambridge University hosts the annual Cambridge Shakespeare Festival.

This 7-week Shakespeare Festival has become …

April 2, 2010

All's Well that Ends Well – Well Not Really…

Filed under: England - 02 Apr 2010

It seems that in Shakespeare Country all is not well. The tourist information centre in William Shakespeare’s home town has closed its doors.

“Shakespeare Country”, which runs the tourist information centre, is a partnership between the private company South …

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