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 […]
UK Border Entry Fee Set to Increase as Transit Rules Change
International travelers will soon face higher costs to enter the UK as the government announces a 60% increase in its Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) fee, rising from £10 to £16. The price hike comes just months after the system’s introduction. However, in a move that will benefit thousands of connecting passengers, Heathrow and Manchester airports […]
BALPA Wins Landmark Case Against Ryanair Over Strike Blacklisting
The British Airline Pilots Association (BALPA) has secured a major victory against Ryanair in the Court of Appeal, with judges ruling that the airline’s practice of blacklisting striking pilots was unlawful. The case stemmed from a 2019 industrial dispute when Ryanair removed travel benefits from pilots who participated in legal strike action. The airline maintained […]
Railway Link to South West “Failing Basic Needs,” New Study Reveals
The main railway line connecting London to South West England is “sorely in need of investment” following the cancellation of major road improvements in the region, according to a new transport study. The report comes as the government recently scrapped the £2bn Stonehenge tunnel project and other A303 upgrades. The study, conducted by transport consultants […]
Historic Railway Appeals for Funds to Restore 1960s ‘Push-Pull’ Train
A heritage railway in Dorset has launched a £20,000 appeal to restore a historic British Rail carriage that would enable 1960s ‘push-pull’ trains to return to Swanage for the first time in over 50 years. The Swanage Railway Trust’s 4TC Group aims to restore a Driving Trailer Second Open carriage, No. 76275, which would complete […]