We were not sure what to expect as we stepped into the private performance space and warehouse of Dieter Roterburg, famed carnival owner and magician. We had come for a night of magic, drinking, music and mystery that promised to be a night we’d never forget……. The City Adventurers had headed to The Magicians Table, … More The Magicians Table
Where can you find a Grade 1 castle next to a Grade 1 1960s breeze block construction? The answer is on the Highcliffe Castle Estate. Just a quick drive from Bournemouth, you’ll discover Highcliffe Castle, a place with a fascinating past. From the 1880s to the 1950s, it served as a family home, and one … More Highcliffe Castle
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?
If you want a thought-provoking night out in London, head to the Soho Place Theatre and see “Kyoto”. Truly a play for our times, even though it concerns political events in 1997. Billed as a political thriller, it does not concern party politics but global politics as the subject matter is Climate Change. The City … More Kyoto – review
The City Adventurers headed over to the Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch to see Moira Buffini’s Handbagged. This play is an enteraining fly-on-the-wall look at what might have happened when Queen Elizabeth II and Margaret Thatcher came face-to-face in the privacy of the palace. No-one can know what they really said but this gives a idea of some of their possible … More Handbagged – Review
What can you discover at the London Museum of Docklands? The City Adventurers went to investigate. The London Museum Docklands is based in West India Quay, near Canary Wharf. It is easily accessible via the Docklands Light Railway (DLR). The short walk from the station takes you past the two remaining traditional brick warehouses in the … More London Museum of Docklands
The City Adventurers took a trip to Hardwick Hall. Turns out there are two Hardwick Halls – one managed the National Trust (stately home) and one managed by English Heritage (a ruin). Both Hardwick Hall and the Old Hall are Grade I listed. Getting there If you head to Hardwick Hall via the M1 your … More Hardwick Hall
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 Happy New Year!
Christmas at Blenheim Palace takes place until 1st January 2025. The City adventurers headed to there for a whistle-stop tour. Our advice is – don’t make it a whistle-stop tour. There is so much to see and do at Christmas at Blenheim Palace , you need to give yourself plenty of time to savour it … More Blenheim Palace at Christmas
After a three hour drive in the early morning, we arrived at Chichester around breakfast time. Chichester is the only city in West Sussex and is its county town. An important settlement during Anglo-Saxon times, it is home to a monumental cathedral dating from the 12th century. It is also home to the Chichester Festival … More Let’s have breakfast