A Midlands-based hotel management company is strengthening its market position with two key appointments, signaling a renewed focus on both traditional and digital sales channels. Castlebridge Hospitality, which manages a portfolio of prestigious hotels including four Hotel Indigo properties across the UK, has appointed Rebecca Bozeat-Moanzi as Head of Sales and Zachary Lovelle as Social […]
Mighty Leaf-Cutter Ants Make Grand Return to Stratford Butterfly Farm
Visitors to Stratford Butterfly Farm will have the chance to witness one of nature’s most impressive displays this February half-term, as its colony of Leaf-Cutter ants returns to public view along a specially constructed 25-meter aerial walkway. The Atta Cephalotes colony, which arrived at the farm last August, has been settling into their new environment […]
Yorkshire’s Famous Steam Railway Unveils Star-Studded 2025 Season
Two of Britain’s most celebrated steam locomotives will headline an exciting year of events at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, as the heritage line joins nationwide celebrations marking 200 years of British railways. The railway has secured visits from both Sir Nigel Gresley and Bahamas locomotives, offering enthusiasts a rare chance to see these icons […]
Historic Tapestries Return Home as Castle Howard Completes £Multi-Million Restoration
One of Britain’s grandest stately homes is about to unveil its most ambitious transformation in over 80 years. Castle Howard, the magnificent Yorkshire estate that captured audiences’ imaginations in “Bridgerton” and “Brideshead Revisited,” has completed a dramatic restoration of its war-damaged interiors, including the return of priceless 18th-century tapestries to their original home. The renovation’s […]
Historic Blenheim Palace Unveils Romantic Valentine’s Celebrations
Blenheim Palace is offering visitors a taste of romance this February with specially themed dining experiences in its newly restored Orangery and historic Walled Garden. The UNESCO World Heritage Site has announced a luxury Valentine’s afternoon tea running from February 14-16, featuring an array of sophisticated treats including duck bon bons with beetroot ketchup and […]
VisitBritain Launches ‘Starring GREAT Britain’ Campaign to Attract Film & TV Fans
Britain is rolling out the red carpet for visitors with a brand-new global tourism campaign designed to capitalize on the country’s status as a premier film and TV location. VisitBritain has launched Starring GREAT Britain, a marketing initiative that spotlights the UK’s most iconic on-screen destinations, from the magical landscapes of Harry Potter to the […]
Historic Space-Age Phone Call Made from Welsh Mountain
In a breakthrough for rural connectivity, Vodafone has achieved a UK first by completing a video call via satellite from a remote Welsh mountainside, marking a significant step toward eliminating the country’s notorious mobile “not spots.” The landmark call, made from Ceredigion in West Wales, demonstrates how everyday smartphones could soon maintain connections in areas […]
Government’s Growth Plan Puts Heathrow Expansion Back on Runway
The controversial third runway at Heathrow Airport has received fresh backing from Chancellor Rachel Reeves, who promises to fast-track planning permission before the next election as part of an ambitious plan to kickstart Britain’s economy. In a bold move that puts her at odds with Labour’s London Mayor Sadiq Khan, Reeves announced support for expanding […]
Eden Camp Transforms into Spy Academy for February Half-Term
North Yorkshire’s unique modern history museum, Eden Camp, is launching an exciting spy-themed adventure week this February half-term. The former prisoner of war camp will host a range of interactive espionage activities from February 17-23, designed to engage young visitors while exploring Britain’s wartime history. The week-long program features daily Code Cracker Trails where families […]
Steam Giants: Historic A4 Pacific Returns to Yorkshire’s Heritage Line
Rail enthusiasts and history lovers are in for a treat this spring as one of the most magnificent survivors of Britain’s steam age returns to service. The A4 Pacific locomotive No. 60007 Sir Nigel Gresley will grace the rails of the North Yorkshire Moors Railway in March 2025, offering visitors a rare chance to experience […]