The secret of code breaking at Bletchley Park During World War Two everything happening at Bletchley Park was a secret. Workers were not even allowed to tell their family what they did there. During a recent guided tour of the complex, our guide told us how two soldiers had thought it was some kind of psychiatric hospital… More Bletchley Park
The Temperate House Following a major five-year renovation process, the Temperate House at Kew Gardens re-opened in 2018 to showcase the splendour of the world’s temperate zones. The Temperate House is the world’s largest Victorian glasshouse. This Grade I listed building is twice the size of the Palm House. It is home to 1,500 species of plants from… More Kew Gardens Visit
Want to visit the top of Snowdon but don’t fancy the 3-4 hour hike? No problem. Let the train take the strain and book a trip on the Snowdon mountain railway. Snowdon mountain railway Since 1896 visitors have been travelling to Llanberis, to experience this unique rail journey to the summit of the highest mountain… More Snowdon mountain railway
Your chance to see the Gilbert White House for free:- Heritage Open Day is 19th September 2019 Tickets available for Heritage Open Days Three historic figures at one historic house Gilbert White House Gilbert White’s House Gilbert White was a “parson-naturalist”, a pioneering English naturalist and ornithologist. He is best known for his world-famous book Natural History and… More Three historic figures at one historic house
The Jurors Duke of Cambridge dedicated a permanent artwork called “The Jurors” at Runnymede in 2015. This art installation celebrates the 800th anniversary of Magna Carta and was created by Hew Locke. It is formed of 12 bronze chairs, each decorated with panels of images and symbols relating to past and ongoing struggles for freedom, rule… More Magna Carta-inspired artwork at Runnymede
Wondering what sort of things could you to add to your bucket list? Usually you start by including the big ticket travel destinations you want to visit. But it doesn’t have to be just long haul travel. Try thinking of places closer to home you haven’t visited yet. Then include things you have never done… More Things to add to your bucket list
What makes a City Adventurer? A city is full of opportunities for exploration and discovery. It offers the chance to have an adventure. Just take a look at your own city and you’ll see lots of excitement right on your doorstep. Think you have what it takes to be a City Adventurer. Answer the following questions… More Are you a City Adventurer?
Festive songs courtesy of Youtube. Copyright retained by video producers. Help Santa Baby to find the perfect gift for the City Adventurer in your life The number one book for the City Adventurer. Give the book where Indiana Jones meets Miss Marple meets Einstein. What Are We Going To Do Next is the perfect book for… More Santa Baby
Providing great fun for the whole family, theme parks can be found attracting large numbers of visitors all over the world. When Disneyland first opened its gates, at 2:30pm on Sunday 17 July, 1955, it was unlike anything the public had seen before. Walt Disney’s welcome speech was “To all who come to this happy place: welcome.… More The Most Popular Theme Parks in the World
On a trip to Brussels we tried out The Escape Hunt’s The Manneken Pis Robbery escape room. The premise of the story The most famous statue of Brussels, symbol of the city, has been stolen once again. Locked in the hideout of the suspect, teams have to find the Manneken Pis and to replace it on its… More Can you solve the robbery of the Manneken Pis?