Waddesdon Manor is offering an immersive experience this Christmas. It’s beautifully decorated interiors are inspired by the classic tale of Sleeping Beauty. The City Adventurers headed there to check it out. Outside there are new light projections on the Manor façade, a glittering light trail in the gardens and the ever-popular Christmas fair. “Christmas at Waddesdon”… More Christmas at Waddesdon
The City Adventurers paid a visit to Winchester Cathedral, which is the longest medieval cathedral in Europe. This 1,000 year-old historical site has a towering facade and beautiful arched windows. And, at Christmas, is home to the Winchester Christmas Market. Included in the cost of admission to Winchester Cathedral is a guided tour. The guides… More Winchester Cathedral
Winchester Cathedral’s Christmas Market has been voted one of the best Christmas markets in Europe. It takes place until 22nd December 2024 and is free to enter. There are a few stalls just outside the front entrance to the Cathedral, but most are reached by following a small path to the side. The pretty wooden… More Winchester Christmas Market
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