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
Running until 13th October, the Owl Art Trail is taking place in North London. The owls trail has been organised by North London Hospice, with support from Haringey Council and in partnership with Wild in Art. It is made up of over 50 decorated owls; about 30 large owls, sponsored by businesses and uniquely decorated… More Owl Trail
Sculpture in the City takes place in the City of London every year. With various sculptures spread across the urban landscape it makes a great place for a city treasure hunt. The latest edition of the event (the 13th Edition) runs until Spring 2025, so there is time to explore London without rushing. The City… More Sculpture in the City
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
The City Adventurers paid a visit to Frameless, an immersive art installation at Marble Arch London. This experiential art exhibition comprises four galleries, plus a temporary exhibition space and makes Frameless is the largest permanent multi-sensory experience in the UK. This immersive art experience is highly recommended Book your tickets at https://frameless.com Want to join… More Frameless
The Cinema Museum is located in Kennington, close to the Elephant and Castle, in the former Lambeth Workhouse. Its collection was founded in 1986 by Ronald Grant and Martin Humphries, from their own private collection of cinema history and memorabilia. Its current building was once the workhouse where Charlie Chaplin lived as a child. The City… More The Cinema Museum