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Matilda the Musical to go back on the road
The Royal Shakespeare Company’s production, based on Roald Dahl’s beloved book, will embark on its second major tour of the UK and Ireland in October 2025.
Experience Anne Boleyn the Musical at Hever Castle
The Kent-based historic venue will host performances from 2nd - 30th August 2025 in a specially constructed 1,800 seat outdoor auditorium within its grounds.
Explore never-before-seen royal fashion at Kensington Palace
Kensington Palace visitors will be able to visit the Dress Codes exhibition, which will feature items of clothing worn by members of the royal family, from March 2025.
Holland America: Mediterranean cruises among 2026 highlights
Four ships will take guests to 35 countries across the Mediterranean, northern Europe and transatlantic, on Holland America Line’s voyages in 2026 which range from seven to 42 days, visiting more than 175 UNESCO world heritage sites.
Group tickets on sale for Disney’s Hercules
There are discounted rates for groups that want to see the hotly-anticipated West End opening of Disney’s Hercules at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
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World’s first Elvis Presley immersive experience on sale
Elvis Evolution will bring the King of Rock ‘N’ Roll to life through multi-sensory technology and AI, which has been generated through thousands of the star’s personal photos and home-video footage.
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A Scottish tourist tax, queues for the ladies and buffet etiquette
Grumpy Group Organiser discusses a new tourist tax in Edinburgh, there’s the downside to buffets, and ladies queuing for toilets has gone way past a joke.
Going cashless, dodgy suncream and email frustration
Contactless payments, unsubscribing to emails and dodgy suncream labelling are on Grumpy Group Organiser’s agenda this month.
My Neighbour Totoro transfers to the West End
Groups of ten or more can book tickets for Studio Ghibli’s My Neighbour Totoro, which broke the Barbican’s single day sales record.
FRIENDS! The Musical Parody set for UK and Ireland tour
Tickets are on sale for the UK tour of the musical based on the hit sitcom, with the show set to feature some of the most iconic moments from the lives of the much-loved characters.
Coach friendly destinations and top tips inside 2025 guide
The 2025 edition of the Coaching Venues & Excursions Guide, published by Group Leisure & Travel, is now available in print and digital edition, offering GTOs and coach tour operators a wealth of inspiration.
Natural History Museum: afternoon tea and group guided tours
The Natural History Museum is inviting visitors to go behind-the-scenes on a specially curated guided tour, followed by a nature inspired afternoon tea – as part of a new experience package.
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Starlight Express extends again
The hit show has extended for a fourth time due to phenomenal demand, playing at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre.
Warner Hotels officially opens Runnymede on Thames
Following a multi-million pound refurbishment, Warner Hotels has opened the doors of its latest hotel for groups, The Runnymede on Thames near Windsor.
Fred. Olsen prepares for first mystery cruise since 2019
The cruise line will take guests on a secret itinerary for the first time in more than five years, with group bookings open for two further mystery cruises scheduled to set sail in 2025.
Reducing emissions, stress-free travel and a megaphone ban
The slower travel debate takes centre stage, ensuring you take the correct documents to travel with confidence and new rules when visiting Venice.
Oliver extends West End run ahead of launch
The London adaptation of the Charles Dickens classic will now play at the Gielgud Theatre until September 2025.
Daish’s Holidays acquires seaside hotel in Weston-Super-Mare
Daish’s Holidays, which specialises in group breaks across its hotels in England and Wales, has added The Sandringham Hotel in Weston-Super-Mare to its collection.
Belvoir Castle opens new animal park
Groups visiting Belvoir Castle in Leicestershire will soon be able to see donkeys, pigs, goats, cows and sheep who have made their home at a new animal park.
Greatest Showman live experience opens and extends
Groups can save on bookings to Wednesday and Thursday evening and Friday matinee performances of ‘Come Alive!’ The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular in London.
Group Leisure & Travel Awards 2025: nominations are open!
As we launch the 2025 awards, we reveal our official partners, and ask you to nominate - the search for the very best in group travel starts here.
Anne Hathaway’s Cottage now open all year round
Shakespeare Birthplace Trust has announced that Anne Hathaway’s Cottage will extend its opening times in 2025, meaning groups have a better opportunity to explore the home of the Bard’s wife.
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe show announces venues
The special tour, which comes 75 years after C.S. Lewis first published his iconic tale, has revealed a limited run of London dates and its cast.
British Museum to showcase never-displayed Picasso works
Special rates are available for groups of ten or more booking to visit Picasso: printmaker, which will include never-displayed pieces.
Enjoy cream tea and a theatre tour in London’s West End
The Cream Tea and Theatre Tours at Theatre Royal Drury Lane offer a truly special experience for groups visiting London’s West End.
GTOs and the travel trade meet and create ideas in Milton Keynes
Group organisers, coach tour operators and all areas of the travel trade came together at the annual GLT Show to discover ideas, develop relationships and learn from the experts.
More Faulty Towers mayhem as 2025 tickets released
Basil, Sybil and Manuel set to serve up more theatre and chaos alongside a 70s-style three-course meal as Faulty Towers The Dining Experience releases thousands of new tickets for 2025.