St Margaret’s Church, the parish church of the House of Commons

St. Margaret’s, known as ‘the Church on Parliament Square’, is a 12th-century church next to Westminster Abbey. It’s also sometimes called ‘the parish church of the House of Commons’. On our trip to see the Houses of Parliament, The City Adventurers stopped off at St Margaret’s, which is free of charge to visit. We even … More St Margaret’s Church, the parish church of the House of Commons

Ingatestone Hall

As we approached the imposing Tudor gatehouse, we noticed the clock with only one hand. This feature wasn’t a mistake. It has only one hand as that was all the estate workers needed to know the hour. Underneath the clock is the motto of the family that have owned the Hall for generations. “Sans Dieu … More Ingatestone Hall

A History of the World in Twelve Shipwrecks

Sunken Secrets and Underwater Treasures: A Journey with David Gibbins The City Adventurers recently dove into the mysteries of the deep during an enthralling talk at the London Archives. World-renowned maritime archaeologist and bestselling author David Gibbins shared insights from his latest non-fiction book, A History of the World in Twelve Shipwrecks. With over four decades of experience excavating … More A History of the World in Twelve Shipwrecks

The Unofficial Guide to Being a City Adventurer

Ever feel the urge to unleash your inner Indiana Jones? Do you often find yourself solving the crime before the TV detectives? My fellow City Adventurers and I live for these moments. We’ve lost count of the times we’ve “saved the world,” whether it’s through a high-stakes escape room or a Doctor Who-themed adventure. We’ve … More The Unofficial Guide to Being a City Adventurer

The CityAdventurers

Explore, Discover, Experience ! Ditch the mundane and dive into urban thrills with the City adventurers! Are you passionate about exploring the world and learning new things? Want to enjoy being part of a close-knit community with other puzzle solving adventurers? City Adventurers is a UK-based social club for mature adults who love to embark … More The CityAdventurers

Stop scrolling and start living adventures!

Hey there! Imagine this: you’re scrolling through your feed, feeling a bit overwhelmed by the noise. Then, you stumble upon something that truly clicks. It’s like finding that perfect cup of tea on a rainy London afternoon – comforting, insightful, and exactly what you needed. That’s the feeling I want to bring to your inbox. I’ve … More Stop scrolling and start living adventures!

North Wales Castles

While in North Wales, the City Adventurers visited a few castles. Conwy takes its place alongside Edward’s other great castles at Beaumaris, Harlech and Caernarfon as a World Heritage Site. Another tick on our UNESCO travels. Beaumaris Castle was the second castle in a day with our Wales Official Blue Badge Tourist Guide, Rhian Wyn … More North Wales Castles