The City Adventurers took a trip to Kenwood House, one of London’s hidden gems. Situated on the edge of Hampstead Heath, it is surrounded by tranquil landscaped gardens. On a lovely autumn day, we arrived at the small car park to find it full of dog walkers, enjoying the local countryside. Those in the know… More Kenwood House
The City Adventurers headed to the City of London for a spot of sight-seeing. 30 St Mary Axe, otherwise known as The Gherkin, is one of the City of London’s most recognisable pieces of architecture. This distinctive landmark got its nickname due to its round, vegetable-like design. A feature of the London skyline, the glass-fronted… More The Gherkin
On one of the hottest days of the year a group of us enjoyed a visit to Apsley House and the Wellington Arch. Apsley House is the London home of the Duke of Wellington. Just across the (very busy) road is the Wellington Arch. Both are owned by English Heritage. Apsley House Known as ‘Number 1,… More Apsley House and Wellington Arch
The City Adventurers took a trip to Emmerdale Village. Yes, it is a real place……well a sort of “real” place. It is actually a purpose built village (in a secret location). When the cameras stop rolling, and the cast head home for the weekend, the filming location offers a behind-the-scenes guided tour of Yorkshire’s ‘hidden’… More Emmerdale Village Tour
Could you be a City Adventurer? Are you the sort of person who enjoys participating in something challenging that fills you with the sense of achievement? Do you find you want to unleash your inner Indiana Jones and discover new places? Do you fancy exploring places that are a little off the beaten track. Are… More Are you a City Adventurer?
Nostell is one of the great treasure houses of the north of England. This Georgian house, near Wakefield, is also known as Nostell Priory as an Augustinian priory stood on the site from the early 12th century. Dedicated to St Oswald, it flourished for over 400 years until it was surrendered to Henry VIII in… More Nostell
While staying in Harrogate, the City adventurers took a trip to nearby Ripley Castle. This is a Grade I listed 14th-century country house in Ripley, North Yorkshire that is still a family home. Having parked in the small car park, we headed to the entrance to the estate, which is located within the coffee shop… More Ripley Castle
The City Adventurers spent an enjoyable afternoon exploring two venues near Cannon Street in the City of London. The first was The Temple of Mithras. The remains of the temple were discovered when Bucklersbury House was built in 1953-1957. However they were moved to a site in Temple Court and remained there until 2012 when they… More The Temple of Mithras and St Stephen Walbrook
Being a City Adventurer can be a lot of fun. We get to explore new places, discover new things and experience adventures. I’ve lost count of the number of times we’ve “Saved the World”, either by completing an escape room or assisting Dr Who. We’ve caught more murderers than you can shake a stick at,… More Are you a City Adventurer?
The City Adventurers felt pulled to go to Peterborough in the summer. It was as if there was some force driving them there……a mysterious energy field created by life that binds the galaxy together.… More Star Wars Exhibition in Peterborough