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
While on a trip to Winchester Christmas Market, the City Adventurers came across WTF, or Wine Thats Fruit. Making our own wine from fruit grown in our garden, we were keen to try this out. Wine That’s Fruit is a family-run business based in Herefordshire, United Kingdom. We spoke to Peter Allen, the founder of… More WTF? – Fruit Wine
Set in the heart of Southampton’s cultural quarter Belgium and Blues is an independently owned Belgian and craft beer bar and brasserie. It was started by three friends that wanted more from a beer bar. When the City Adventurers visited, we discovered that, as well as a range of Belgian keg, craft keg, cask ale and cider,… More Beer Cocktails
The City Adventurers attended a couple of book launches in October at the Highams Park Library. The first was Anna Hur with her book “Karma The Assassin”. Karma The Assassin is a book about power. If you know how to read between the lines.The Roman Empire is expanding. Military men set their strategies.The Priestesses celebrate… More Book Launches in October
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 celebrated Marmalade Day with a trip to The Paddington Bear Experience This immersive experience can be found on the South Bank, at County Hall near the London Eye. You start by walking through the Grubers shop to the “Paddington” train station. Down the stairs (a lift is available) to the platform forecourt… More The Paddington Bear Experience
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
Bridge End Garden in Saffron Walden is a hidden gem. It was created around 1840 by Francis Gibson, a local Quaker businessman who also built the Fry Art Gallery. Francis Gibson designed the Garden as a series of interlocking ‘rooms’, each with its own unique character. View more on https://www.instagram.com/reel/DAqG68LtOrx/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Want to join us on… More Bridge End Garden