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Historic Royal Palaces, London, UK Thu, 29th July 2010 - Mon, 28th February 2011 From £4.80*The Banqueting House was built in 1619-22 and originally formed part of Whitehall Palace, then the sovereign's main residence. It is now all that remains of the palace, which was destroyed by fire in 1698. The Banqueting House was the scene of the only execution of an English monarch, that of Charles I in 1649. MUST SEE ATTRACTIONS: - The magnificent Rubens ceiling commissioned by Charles I - The Palladian splendour of the Main Hall designed by Inigo Jones - The Undercroft, originally a drinking den for James I, today it houses a small exhibition and video presentation. Timing your visit: Recommended visit time: 1 hour Tour info Tour Times: Monday - Saturday: 10.00-17.00. Closed Sundays, Bank Holidays and 24 December - 1 January (inclusive). The Banqueting House is liable to close at short notice for Government functions. Please telephone to check before you travel. ...
Bateaux London, London, UK Sun, 29th August 2010 - Sun, 27th March 2011 From £45.00*Bateaux London is recognised as London’s leading operator of Thames restaurant cruises offering lunch and dinner cruises and private charters on the River Thames. As London's premier restaurant cruise operator, Bateaux London offers a wide range of lunch and dinner cruises (both scheduled and privately chartered). Combining luxury dining, world-class entertainment, 5-star customer care and spectacular river views, the unique Thames restaurant cruises capture the excitement of the City of London. Gliding past London's best-loved sights, all the Thames restaurant cruises pass the London Eye, Tate Modern, Millennium Bridge, St Paul's Cathedral, Tower Bridge and more. With daily cruise departures from the newly designed Embankment Pier, guests are offered a dedicated reception area, easy access to boats and cloakroom facilities, making your cruise experience even more memorable. Children under 5 are discouraged on board Sunday lunch and jazz lunch cruises due to health and safety reasons. Sunday Lunch Jazz Cruise from 1st April • Boarding: 11.30hrs • Departs: 12:00pm • Duration: 2.5 hours Types: • Elite Sunday Lunch Jazz Cruise: Includes: Exclusive seating at the front of the boat, three course set menu, half bottle of our house wine, half bottle of mineral water and live jazz entertainment • Premier Sunday Lunch Jazz Cruise: Includes: A three-course set menu, one drink (soft or alcoholic) and live jazz entertainment • Classic Sunday Lunch Jazz Cruise: Includes: A three-course set menu and live jazz enter...
Buckingham Palace, London, UK Mon, 9th August 2010 - Fri, 1st October 2010 From £17.00*Today the State Rooms are used extensively by The Queen and Members of the Royal Family to receive and entertain their guests on state, ceremonial and official occasions. During August and September when The Queen makes her annual visit to Scotland, the Palace's nineteen state rooms are open to visitors. Find out more about the history of Buckingham Palace and how it is used today on the British Monarchy Website. What there is to see The State Rooms form the heart of the working palace and are lavishly furnished with some of the finest treasures from the Royal Collection - paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens, Poussin, Canaletto; sculpture by Canova; exquisite examples of Sevres porcelain, and some of the finest English and French furniture in the world. The Palace's 39-acre garden is an oasis for wildlife, and visitors can enjoy a garden walk that offers superb views of the Garden Front of the Palace and the 19th-century lake. Notes • During visits, all visitors and their belongings will be subject to security checks. Photography, video recording, filming, smoking and eating are not permitted inside the buildings. Mobile phones should also be switched off. • Wheel Chair Access: All locations are accessible to wheelchair users with the exception of the garden at Buckingham Palace. Also, with Buckingham Palace State Rooms an alternative entrance is used, as there are a number of stairs along the standard visitor route. It is therefore essential for the advisor to notify the Palace in advance of the visit if any wheelchair users will ...
Buckingham Palace, London, UK Mon, 9th August 2010 - Fri, 1st October 2010 From £24.75*This special voucher may be exchanged for admission to the Royal Mews and Buckingham Palace State Rooms. Please read the notes below carefully. Buckingham Palace is the official London residence of Her Majesty The Queen and serves as both home and office. PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately, tickets for disabled visitors cannot be purchased through this website. All disabled patrons must book tickets directly through the Palace by calling 020 7766 7324. Royal Mews One of the finest working stables in existence, the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace provides a unique insight into the department of the Royal Household that provides transport by road for The Queen and other members of the Royal Family. What there is to see The Royal Mews houses the state vehicles, both horse-drawn carriages and motor cars, used for coronations, state visits, royal weddings, the State Opening of Parliament and other official engagements. Visitors can see the Gold State Coach which was last used during The Queen's Golden Jubilee in 2002 to carry Her Majesty and Prince Philip to the Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul's Cathedral. For most of the year the stables are home to the working horses that play an important role in The Queen's official and ceremonial duties. They are mainly Cleveland Bays, the only British breed of carriage horse, and the Windsor Greys, which by tradition always draw the carriage in which The Queen is travelling. As they may be on duty, undergoing training or having a well-deserved rest away from London, the horses are not always on vie...
Edinburgh Dungeon, Edinburgh, UK Thu, 29th July 2010 - Thu, 31st March 2011 From £15.00*Deep in the heart of Scotland, buried beneath the paving stones of Edinburgh, lies the world's most chillingly famous horror attraction. Step through its imposing portal and you are at once transported to the darker, sinister side of Scotland's turbulent and troubled past. Terror and torture, mutilation and mass murder, persecution and pestilence: scenes from the more terrible chapters of centuries of Scottish history envelop you in all their grisly and gruesome detail. Witch-hunters, grave-robbers, murderers, cannibals, executioners - you will find them all here, along with their wretched victims. And remember, as you wander further into the Dungeon's grim and bloody depths, all that you see and experience really happened - much of it disconcertingly close by. In these deep shadows and dark caverns, it's wise to keep your wits about you. Some of the dead have an unnerving habit of coming back to life... NEW FEATURE!!! It is November 1824, and Edinburgh is burning for the fourth night. With flames just inches from your face, you are trapped by the searing heat, smoke and chaos of the Great Fire of Edinburgh. Will you perish in the flames or will you keep your wits about you - and run the gauntlet of flames to escape? ...
Fat Tire Bike Tours, London, UK Thu, 5th August 2010 - Tue, 30th November 2010 From £20.00*Fat Tire Bike Tours, founded in 1999, welcomes you on our Day Bike Tour, the perfect experience for both those new to the city and London veterans. For the beginners, this tour offers a fantastic orientation and provides an opportunity to see all of the sites on your list. For the veterans, were positive youll learn new facts and stories about London, causing you to fall further in love with this wonderful city. Come ride with the best. See more! Less effort! More fun! Highlights of the tour include: - Hyde Park Originally purchased by King Henry VIII, this former private hunting ground and safe-haven for thieves is now one of the most famous parks in the world. - Buckingham Palace The home to the Royal Family for 170 years. This 661 room palace remained the dwelling of the monarchy throughout the Second World War (being hit seven times by German air strikes). - Trafalgar Square Whose statue stands at the center of Trafalgar Square? The answer is Lord Nelson, who lost his life at the Battle of Trafalgar, defeating a combined Spanish and French force. Today the square is home to events, ceremonies, festivals, and much more. - Big Ben Keeping debatably accurate time, the Clock Tower and Big Ben (the more than 13-ton bell), overlook Westminster Bridge. The hourly chimes can be heard 4.5 miles away. - Parliament Home to the House of Lords and the House of Commons, the decisions made here, at one point, directly affected 1/4 of the worlds inhabitants. - AlsoWestminster Abbey, St. James Park, the Royal Albert Memorial, the Cabinet W...
Historic Royal Palaces, London, UK Thu, 29th July 2010 - Mon, 28th February 2011 From £42.00*The Royal Pass, brings over 900 years of royal history to life in a simple, convenient and prestigious package. It offers unbeatable value for money, providing admission to the four Palaces at a special price. The Four Palace Pass includes one admission each to the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace and Gardens, Kensington Palace and the Banqueting House, Whitehall. Be amazed by the rich stories of intrigue, ambition, romance, devotion and disaster. What’s more, these are your stories – they belong to everyone. Plan a visit to Historic Royal Palaces and you’ll be surprised at what you’ll find. PLEASE NOTE: • Please exchange voucher for Pass at Group Tickets Window at the Tower of London, opens 9 or 10am. • Valid for one admission each to Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace & Banqueting House. • Expires 2 years from purchase. ...
HRP Hampton Court Palace, London, UK - From £14.00*Prebook your tickets now and get fast track entry to Hampton Court Palace PLUS pay less than you would on the day. Hampton Court Palace promises a magical journey back through 500 years of royal history. Discover the magnificent State Apartments of Henry VIII and William III, explore 60 acres of immaculate riverside gardens and lose yourself in the world-famous maze. For almost 200 years, Hampton Court Palace was at the centre of court life, politics and national history. Although often identified with Henry VIII, its history was influenced just as much by William III and Queen Mary II in the late 17th century....
Historic Royal Palaces, London, UK Thu, 29th July 2010 - Mon, 28th February 2011 From £32.00*The 500th anniversary of Henry VIII's accession to the throne will see Historic Royal Palaces celebrating the special events and exhibitions. Henry VIII: heads and hearts at Hampton Court Palace will encompass the opportunity to meet his women. Whilst Henry VIII: Dressed to Kill is a spectacular exhibition of his armour and weapons bought together for the first time in modern history, at Henry's own place and fortress the Tower of London. Times: Daily from 9am Children are 5 - 15 years, concessions are over 60's and full time students with identification.
HRP Kensington Palace, London, UK - From £12.50*Pre book your tickets now and get fast track entry to Kensington Palace PLUS pay less than you would on the day. Kensington Palace has been a royal home for over 300 years and parts of the palace remain a private residence for members of the Royal Family today. Kensington Palace was once a favoured home of some of Britain's most famous kings and queens and the setting for many great events and dramas in royal history. Originally a private country house, the building was acquired by William III and Mary II in 1689 and was adapted for royal residence by Sir Christopher Wren. For the next 70 years the palace was at the centre of the life and government of the kingdom and played host to the courts of William and Mary, Queen Anne, George I and George II. In the 19th century Kensington was the birthplace and childhood home of Princess Victoria (later Queen Victoria). ...
Historic Royal Palaces, London, UK Thu, 29th July 2010 - Mon, 28th February 2011 From £5.00*Kew Palace was the family country house of King George III, between 1800 and 1818 'Where the royal family lived as the 'simplest country gentlefolks' It’s surprisingly intimate More like a home than a palace, the privacy and intimacy of this smallest of English royal palaces made it the favourite country retreat for the royal family in the late 18th century. It’s been lovingly restored, re-presented with some rooms left untouched The palace reopened to the public in April 2006 after a widely acclaimed restoration. The palace tells the story of George III and his family at rest at and play. Explore the unique second floor of the palace, the bedroom floor – untouched for 200 years. They said it... ‘… it seems a happy house, not quite a doll’s house but a palace by default. Paradoxically, it’s Windsor with its glazed brick and elaborate crenellations that looks like a 19th-century mental institution, with Kew the ideal home.’ Queen Charlotte's Cottage The cottage is found at the southern end of Kew Gardens, near the Pagoda. It is open at weekends and bank holidays during the summer. Kew Gardens Under George III’s father, Frederick Prince of Wales, Kew grew from a modest pleasure garden to a centre for botanical research and new ideas about landscape gardening. As the British Empire was founded great explorers sent back specimens from all over the world and gave Kew its peculiar world view. How to get there; London Underground; Nearest Station: Use District Line to Kew Gardens station (take the Richmo...
LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre, Quaytickets, UK Thu, 5th August 2010 - Mon, 28th February 2011 From £11.85*Inside the LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre, Manchester, you’ll ride into the unknown on laser chariots, construct intricate buildings and vehicles, see the local area in astonishing miniature detail in LEGO® MINILAND®, experience an extra dimension of entertainment in our LEGO Studios 4D cinema and, most of all, discover the power of your own imagination! Whatever the occasion, from children’s birthday party to educational activities to rainy day fun with the family, you’ll spend hours together at our kids’ attractions enjoying and exploring inside the world’s biggest box of LEGO!
London Aquarium, London, UK Thu, 5th August 2010 - Thu, 31st March 2011 From £16.00*The SEA LIFE London Aquarium is home to one of Europe's largest collections of global marine life and the jewel in the crown of the 28 SEA LIFE attractions in the UK and Europe. Situated in the heart of London, the experience takes visitors on an immersive and interactive journey along the Great Oceanic Conveyor. Since being newly refurbished in April, the Aquarium continues to draw ever-increasing visitor numbers, with many guests that are planning to visit the neighboring London Eye, choosing to add it to their visit to South Bank. 10 Unique Reasons to Visit The Sea Life London Aquarium has the largest shoal of cow nosed rays in the world. The Sea Life London Aquarium takes you into the depths of the rainforest where you can experience the feeding of the infamous Archer Fish as they jump from the water to capture their prey. The attraction allows you to get up close with a selection of native rays and feed them yourself!! The fantastic, world class live coral displays at Sea Life London Aquarium are second to none. There are fifteen species of shark ranging from the newly born coral cat shark to the giant predators the sand tiger sharks. The Sea Life London Aquarium gives you the opportunity to witness the feeding frenzy at Piranha feeding time. The Sea Life London Aquarium has Europes largest collection of poisonous and venomous animals from our extensive collection of rays to jellyfish and the deadly stone fish. The worlds first shark walk can be found at The Sea Life London Aquarium, the floating glass floor ena...
London Dungeon, London, UK - From £20.00*Deep in the heart of London, buried beneath the paving stones of historic Southwark, lies the world's most chillingly famous horror attraction. The London Dungeon brings more than 2,000 years of gruesomely authentic history vividly back to life....and death. As you delve into the darkest chapters of our grim and bloody past, recreated in all its dreadful detail, remember: everything you experience really happened. A warning - in the Dungeon's dark catacombs it always pays to keep your wits about you... some of the 'exhibits' have an unnerving habit of coming back to life... LONDONS BLOODIEST OPERATING THEATRE OPENED ITS DOORS EASTER 2009 Guests to the London Dungeons newest experience should hold onto their stomachs and prepare to witness historys most horrific blood soaked surgery in graphic, gangrenous detail as Surgery : Blood and Guts opened Easter 2009. The legendary attraction with a unique talent for uncovering historys horrible bits lifts the lid on some of the brutal practices of medicines blood splattered past as Tooley Streets blundering 18th century butcher-surgeon opens the doors to his filthy make-shift operating room. Full of fresh body parts, rusty blood encrusted surgical instruments, puss-ridden bandages, dog eared anatomical diagrams and the discarded or partially dissected corpses of previous patients, this is a dark, dismal and decidedly dangerous place. As guests gather to witness some of the toe curling therapies commonly used in the days before anaesthetic, antiseptic and patients charters, the me...
London Eye, London, UK Fri, 30th July 2010 - Thu, 31st March 2011 From £17.50*As well as being one of the most visually striking structures in the world - the London Eye offers a new perspective on a great city. London's famous streets, churches, palaces and monuments spread out below in a panoramic scene grown up from Roman times - and, on a clear day - views that stretch 25 miles to Windsor Castle. The Eye takes you on a gradual, 30 minute, 360 degree rotation that will give you the kind of panoramic views usually only accessible by helicopter or aeroplane. For Londoners and visitors alike, it really is the best way to see London and it's many celebrated landmarks. • The London Eye is unable to accept any left luggage, other than prams and buggies which will be thoroughly searched. • Handbags and small day packs will be allowed on the Eye, but will be searched. Unfortunately, we cannot accept briefcases or laptops on to the wheel. • Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over. ...
London Eye, London, UK Fri, 30th July 2010 - Thu, 31st March 2011 From £27.50*As well as being one of the most visually striking structures in the world - the London Eye offers a new perspective on a great city. London's famous streets, churches, palaces and monuments spread out below in a panoramic scene grown up from Roman times - and, on a clear day - views that stretch 25 miles to Windsor Castle. The Eye takes you on a gradual, 30 minute, 360 degree rotation that will give you the kind of panoramic views usually only accessible by helicopter or aeroplane. For Londoners and visitors alike, it really is the best way to see London and it's many celebrated landmarks. These fast track tickets to the London Eye save you time on your visit to London. Simply arrive 15 minutes before your chosen boarding time, present your vouchers at the fast track check-in desk and you will board ahead of the standard flight queue... • The London Eye is unable to accept any left luggage, other than prams and buggies which will be thoroughly searched. • Handbags and small day packs will be allowed on the Eye, but will be searched. Unfortunately, we cannot accept briefcases or laptops on to the wheel. • Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over. ...
London Promos, London, UK Tue, 30th November 2010 - Tue, 30th November 2010 From £40.00*The Extras Package gives you great flexibility while in London as you do not need to pre book your attractions. Simply turn up and enjoy for only 40.00 per person - A saving of 300n standard prices 1. Madame Tussauds - Recieve a voucher which can be exchaged directly at the venue any date until November 2010 to Visit Madame Tussauds where you can experience what it is like to be famous as you join a host of the world's hottest celebrities 2. Shakespeare Globe Theatre Tour & Exhibition - Recieve a Voucher which can be exchaged directly at the venue any date until November 2010 to have a guided tour of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre where storytellers take you on a fascinating half-hour tour of the auditorium. Journey through time to Elizabethan London with their colourful tales of the 1599 theatre experience as well as the reconstruction process of the 1990's and how the wooden 'o' works today as an imaginative and experimental theatrical space. This is the World's largest exhibition devoted to Shakespeare. 3. Bronze Cheque - Valid for a three-course meal with coffee at one of a selection of London restaurants All this for just 40.00 per person - A saving of 18.00 Additional Information Attraction vouchers can be exchanged at the venues any date until November 2010 Hours of Operation Opening hours vary for each restaurant; please confirm when making your reservation. Note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to make a reservation prior to arrival at your chosen restaurant as these are popular restaurants. Listed ra...
ZSL London Zoo, London, UK Thu, 29th July 2010 - Thu, 31st March 2011 From £18.00*Come face to face with some of the hairiest, scariest, tallest and smallest animals on the planet - right in the heart of the capital. Set in leafy Regents Park amongst heritage-listed buildings and beautiful gardens, London Zoo is a great excuse for a big day out. Get up close to cheeky squirrel monkeys in the new walk-through experience, Meet the Monkeys. Dare to encounter the Komodo dragon, or embark on an African Bird Safari. With all-day parking, play equipment, beautiful picnic areas, keeper talks, animal displays and exciting events, the whole family will enjoy a day out at London Zoo, full of discovery and wild fun. - OPEN EVERY DAY from 10.00am - Closed Christmas Day - Open evenings during summer - Last admission one hour before closing time - Closing times vary...
Madame Tussauds, London, UK - From £22.50*MADAME TUSSAUDS: 200 YEARS OF FAME Millions and millions of people have flocked through the doors of Madame Tussauds since they first opened over 200 years ago and it remains just as popular as it ever was. There are many reasons for this enduring success, but at the heart of it all is good, old-fashioned curiosity. Today's visitors are sent on a unique, emotionally-charged journey through the realms of the powerful and famous. The museum-style ropes and poles have gone so guests can truly get up, close and personal with A-list celebrities, sporting legends, political heavyweights and historical icons, reliving the times, events and moments that made the world talk about them.... From France to Britain... The attraction's history is a rich and fascinating one, with roots dating back to the Paris of 1770. It was here that Madame Tussaud learnt to model wax likenesses under the tutelage of her mentor, Dr Philippe Curtius. At the age of 17, she became art tutor to King Louis XVI's sister at the Palace Of Versailles and then, during the French Revolution, was hastily forced to prove her allegiance to the feudalistic nobles by making the death masks of executed aristocrats. Madame Tussaud came to Britain in the early 19th century alongside a travelling exhibition of revolutionary relics and effigies of public heroes and rogues. Bringing the news to life... At a time when news was communicated largely by word of mouth, Madame Tussauds' exhibition was a kind of travelling newspaper, providing insight into global events and bringing the or...
London Pavilion, London, UK Thu, 29th July 2010 - Fri, 31st December 2010 From £21.90*Situated in the heart of the West End at 1 Piccadilly Circus, the attraction will feature over 500 authentic, original and unbelievable exhibits, from a four-metre long model of Tower Bridge made out of matchsticks and an upside-down tea party to the worlds tallest man and a Mini Cooper encrusted with 1,000,000 Swarovski crystals. Ripley's Believe It or Not! presents a unique mixture of entertainment, education and fun for the entire family - appealing to anyone with a basic sense of curiosity. Where Truth is Stranger than Fiction! You can get a ticket for entrance only or Entrance & Mirror Maze. Times: Daily at 10am - last entry at 10.30pm (closes at midnight) Opening hours during Christmas and New Year`s Eve: 24th December: 10am 10pm (last admission: 8:30pm) 25th-26th December: 10am 8pm (last admission: 6:30pm) 31st December : 10am 10pm (last admission: 8:30pm) 1st January: 10am 8pm (last admission: 6:30pm) Please exchange at admission point. Opens at 10am, last entry is at 10.30pm and the museum closes at midnight. This ticket is valid any day up to 31st Dec. Children under 4 is free....
Brighton Sea Life Centre, Brighton, UK Thu, 29th July 2010 - Thu, 31st March 2011 From £14.50*The Brighton SEA LIFE centre offers a fun and educational day out whatever the weather. With over 150 species and 57 displays, you will be hard pressed to find a more enjoyable day for the whole family! Watch in amazement as giant turtles and sharks glide above you in our underwater tunnel. Come and visit our Tropical Reef - Complete with a shark encircled wreck and breath taking tropical coral, you can make it your own adventure! A show piece of Victorian splendor and as the oldest operating aquarium in the world is considered to also be the best! Our fantastic new feature showcases eels, snakes and all things serpent-like from beneath the waves. Many are brightly coloured, others verge on the bizarre...and one or two are deadly! In this feature you will see how creatures can evolve. The sea snakes are very close relatives to land snakes and still have to surface to breathe. It also shows how humans may have mistaken large moray eels for sea monsters! One of the most beautiful serpents in the new feature is the Dragon Moray. Its striking colours and amazing features make it look like a thing of legend! In addition to the Dragon Moray the new feature will also showcase the Snowflake, Zebra and Unicolour Snake Moray Eels. "We have introduced cleaner shrimp to the tanks so that the customers can watch the moray eels being cleaned and even getting a dental inspection" said Alex Gerard SEA LIFE Curator. Whilst the Moray Eels aren't venomous the same can't be said for the other of SEA LIFE's newest residents. "The Banded Sea Snake...
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, London, UK Mon, 9th August 2010 - Sun, 3rd October 2010 From £10.50*Shakespeare's Globe Exhibition is the world's largest exhibition devoted to Shakespeare and the London in which he lived and worked. Housed beneath the reconstructed Globe Theatre on London's Bankside, the exhibition explores the remarkable story of the Globe, and brings Shakespeare's world to life using a range of interactive displays and live demonstrations. Visit the exciting and often dangerous world of Elizabethan London where in 1599, Bankside was the entertainment center of the capital packed with gambling dens, brothels, bear-baiting pits and theaters. Ordinary people flocked to see Shakespeare's plays and they laughed, cried, shouted abuse at the actors, ate and drank during the performances. As a visitor to the Exhibition you'll discover how shows were produced in the theaters of Shakespeare's time, from writing and rehearsals to music, dance and performance. Learn about the traditional crafts and techniques used during the process of rebuilding the Globe and find out how special effects were produced in Shakespeare's time - from thunder and lightning to flying on stage and realistic blood and gore. Listen to recordings from some of the most Shakespearean performances ever or join the cast and add your own voice to a scene recorded by Globe actors. Create your own Shakespearean phrases in the word jungle, watch a sword-fighting display and browse the costume collection, where you can find out about the extraordinary methods used in creating clothes 400 years ago. A visit to the Exhibition includes a guided tour of Shakes...
St Paul's Cathedral, London, UK Mon, 2nd August 2010 - Fri, 31st December 2010 From £12.00*Book your admission tickets in advance and save 50p per adult admission. Advance tickets only £12 compared to £12.50 door price. St Paul's with its world-famous dome is an iconic feature of the London skyline, but there is so much more to Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece than its impressive façade. The interior of the soaring dome, the glittering mosaics, the intricate stone carving and the breathtaking view down the nave towards the quire are just a few of the reasons why a visit to St Paul's is a must. St Paul's has been a spiritual focus for the nation since its first service in 1697 and many important events have taken place within its walls, from the state funerals of Lord Nelson, the Duke of Wellington and Sir Winston Churchill to the wedding of the HRH The Prince of Wales to Lady Diana Spencer and the Thanksgiving for Her Majesty The Queen's Golden Jubilee. The Cathedral is also where national services of reconciliation and remembrance are often held, most recently the Asian Tsunami Memorial Service and the Service of Remembrance: London 2005. With its historic £40 million restoration programme now nearing completion, there has never been a better time to visit St Paul's. For the first time in its 300-year history, the Cathedral has been comprehensively cleaned and repaired inside and out and the results are simply breathtaking. The West Front, once blackened and damaged, now rises majestically at the top of Ludgate Hill and details previously hidden stand out crisp and proud. The interior has been transformed by ...
The Household Cavalry Museum, London, UK Fri, 30th July 2010 - Fri, 31st December 2010 From £6.00*The Household Cavalry Museum is a living museum about real people doing a real job in a real place. You can see troopers working with horses in the original 18th century stables and hear first hand accounts of their rigorous and demanding training. The experience comes alive with compelling personal stories, interactive displays and stunning rare objects – many on public display for the first time. Historic setting The Household Cavalry Museum sits within Horse Guards in Whitehall, central London, one of the city’s most historic buildings. Dating from 1750, it is still the headquarters of the Household Division, in which the Household Cavalry has performed the Queen’s Life Guard in a daily ceremony that has remained broadly unchanged for over 350 years. The Household Cavalry The Household Cavalry was formed in 1661 under the direct order of King Charles II and now consists of the two senior regiments of the British Army – The Life Guards and the Blues and Royals. We have two roles: as a mounted regiment (on horseback), we guard Her Majesty The Queen on ceremonial occasions in London and across the UK and are a key part of the Royal pageantry; as an operational regiment we serve around the world in armoured fighting vehicles. We currently have units deployed on active service in Iraq and Afghanistan. Our fighting capacity is matched by our strategic role in international peace keeping and humanitarian operations. Our Collections Over the centuries we have amassed an outstanding collection of rare and unique treasures fro...
City Cruises, London, UK Thu, 5th August 2010 - Thu, 31st March 2011 From £75.00*The London Showboat offers a unique dinner and cabaret cruise on the River Thames, with a four-course meal, live music and dancing. The price includes a welcome drink and half a bottle of wine with your meal. Imagine your favourite songs from the world's most famous musicals as the perfect accompaniment to the sights of London. Add a river cruise, a four-course dinner plus dancing and you have the perfect combination for an unforgettable evening. The sights of London at night have to be seen to be believed and The London Showboat is the perfect way to do it. Aboard a modern RiverLiner™, we promise a dinner cruise with top quality entertainment both inside and out. Against the night sky the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye, St. Paul's Cathedral, the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf, the O2 Millennium Dome, the Thames Flood Barrier and many more London landmarks reveal their splendour. History unfolds before your eyes. Afterwards we'll have you dancing all the way back to Westminster to the strains of popular dance music from the last four decades. This is the way to see one of the world's great Capital cities. Make it a special occasion and book an evening to remember with the London Showboat. MENU Oak smoked Scottish salmon & King prawns with caper, lemon & dill dressing or Grilled aubergine and roast vegetable timbale with basil, goats cheese, walnuts & black olives ~ Roast butternut squash, cumin & coriander soup ~ Thyme, rosemary & lemon roasted supreme of chicken with creamy leek, tarr...
Palace of Holyrood House, Edinburgh, UK Thu, 29th July 2010 - Thu, 31st March 2011 From £10.25*The Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official residence in Scotland of Her Majesty The Queen, stands at the end of Edinburgh's Royal Mile against the spectacular backdrop of Arthur's Seat. This famous baroque palace is closely associated with Scotland's rich history. Today the Royal Apartments are used regularly by The Queen for State ceremonies and official entertaining. They are finely decorated with magnificent works of art from the Royal Collection. The State Apartments reflect the changing tastes of successive monarchs and are renowned for their fine plasterwork ceilings and magnificent furnishings, particularly the unrivalled collection of Brussels tapestries. One of the most famous rooms in the Palace is the Great Gallery, hung with Jacob de Wet's 110 portraits of the real and legendary kings of Scotland. The Palace is best known as the home of Mary, Queen of Scots and was the setting for the many dramatic episodes in her short and turbulent reign. Mary was twice married in the Abbey at Holyroodhouse and witnessed the brutal murder of her secretary Rizzio by her jealous husband, Lord Darnley, in her private apartments. The Palace briefly served as the headquarters of Bonnie Prince Charlie during the 1745 Jacobite Rebellion. Tour Info April - October - Open daily 9.30am - 6pm (last admission 5pm). November to March - Open daily 9.30am - 4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm). 25th July - 1pm - 6pm (last admission 5pm) 10th August - 9:30-1pm (last admission 12pm) The Palace is closed 2nd April 2010 15th - 27th May 2010 25th-26th Dec...
Historic Royal Palaces, London, UK Thu, 29th July 2010 - Mon, 28th February 2011 From £30.00*The Royal Pass, brings over 900 years of royal history to life in a simple, convenient and prestigious package. It offers unbeatable value for money, providing admission to the three Palaces at a special price. The Royal Pass (Central London)includes the Tower of London, Kensington Palace and the Banqueting House, Whitehall. Be amazed by the rich stories of intrigue, ambition, romance, devotion and disaster. What’s more, these are your stories – they belong to everyone. Plan a visit to Historic Royal Palaces and you’ll be surprised at what you’ll find. Please Note • Please exchange voucher for Pass at Group Tickets window at the Tower of London, opens 9 or 10am. • Valid for one admission each to Tower of London, Kensington Palace & Banqueting House, Whitehall. • Expires 2 years from purchase....
Royal Yacht Britannia, Edinburgh, UK Thu, 29th July 2010 - Thu, 30th December 2010 From £10.50*You’ll receive a truly warm welcome at Britannia’s Visitor Centre in Ocean Terminal before you step on board, here you can view displays and historic photographs that detail Britannia’s fascinating past. The captivating handset tour takes you round five decks at a leisurely pace and is a rare glimpse into the public and private lives of the British Royal Family. From Sir Winston Churchill to Boris Yeltsin, Rajiv Gandhi to Nelson Mandela, some of the world’s most influential people were welcomed on board. Now you are free to see what they saw, to stand where they stood. Every part of Britannia includes rich treasures to enjoy. Almost all the pieces in the State Apartments are on loan from The Royal Collection, with kind permission of Her Majesty The Queen. Elsewhere you will see artefacts from the previous Royal Yachts, including the fabulous silver in the Officers’ Wardroom. You will have a chance to see the working side of the ship, from the once sweltering heat of the laundry to the crew’s densely packed quarters. Tour highlights include the State Drawing Room, The Queen’s Bedroom, the Sun Lounge and the Admiral’s cabin. Our award-winning gift shop has exclusive gifts and popular Britannia souvenirs, as distinctive as Britannia herself. Britannia is berthed alongside the stylish Ocean Terminal shopping centre which contains a choice of over 80 different boutiques, high-street shops and restaurants with scenic waterfront views. There is free parking and as the Royal Yacht is only 15 minutes away from Edinburg...
Historic Royal Palaces, London, UK Thu, 29th July 2010 - Mon, 28th February 2011 From £38.00*The Royal Pass, brings over 900 years of royal history to life in a simple, convenient and prestigious package. It offers unbeatable value for money, providing admission to the three Palaces at a special price. The Three Palace Pass includes one admission each to the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace and Gardens and Kensington Palace. Be amazed by the rich stories of intrigue, ambition, romance, devotion and disaster. What’s more, these are your stories – they belong to everyone. Plan a visit to Historic Royal Palaces and you’ll be surprised at what you’ll find. PLEASE NOTE: • Please exchange voucher for Pass at Group Tickets Window at the Tower of London, opens 9 or 10am. • Valid for one admission each to Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace & Kensington Palace. • Expires 2 years from purchase. ...
HRP Tower of London, London, UK Thu, 29th July 2010 - Sat, 26th February 2011 From £17.00*Avoid the queues with these fast track tickets to the famous Tower of London. The entry queue for customers with prepaid tickets is generally less than 30 minutes at peak times (the queue to buy tickets on the day can be upwards of 2 hours!). These are open tickets valid for entry on a single day from the date chosen until 28th February 2010. MUST SEE ATTRACTIONS: # A new permanent exhibition on Torture at the Tower # The Jewel House where visitors can marvel at the exquisite Crown Jewels # The Crowns & Diamonds exhibition in the Martin Tower which charts the evolution of royal crowns in Britain and the role that diamonds played in their decoration # The White Tower which houses a splendid display of arms and armour from the Royal Armouries, including the armours of Henry VIII and Charles I # The Bloody Tower where legend says the 'Princes in the Tower' were murdered and where the imprisonment of Sir Walter Ralegh is brought to life # The Beauchamp Tower where visitors can read inscriptions made by desperate prisoners # Traitors' Gate, through which many famous prisoners passed # The Wall Walk, which provides great views of the Tower and is an ideal location for photography...
Warwick Castle, Warwick, UK Thu, 29th July 2010 - Thu, 31st March 2011 From £17.95*Our history stretches back almost 1,100 years. In 914AD Ethelfleda, daughter of Alfred the Great, ordered the building of a 'burh' or an earthen rampart to protect the small hill top settlement of Warwick from Danish invaders. In the wake of the exciting news of the Warwick Castle Dungeon, it been announced that Ghosts Alive! Will no longer feature as part of the Warwick Castle experience. Due to extensive works that are going to create the new Dungeon, Ghosts Alive will not be available from this point onwards. Times: Open Daily except Christmas Day Last admission half an hour before closing 5th January - 3rd April: 10am - 5pm 4th April - 1st November: 10am - 6pm Running Time: All day ...
Premium Tours, London, UK Thu, 5th August 2010 - Thu, 31st March 2011 From £69.00*The Tower of London - Exclusive: ..beat the queues with a Private Guided Tour given by our own Yeoman Warder, and be in the first group to see The Crown Jewels.. Following our coach drive past some of Londons most famous landmarks including Big Ben and The Houses of Parliament we enter the The Tower before it opens to the public, guided by our very own Beefeater. We will see Traitors Gate where famous prisoners entered The Tower for the last time, and the scaffold site where the executions took place. We are also the first group to see the Crown Jewels before enjoying free time to explore the Tower further. Buckingham Palace & guard changing: Next we head to Buckingham Palace, the official Royal residence of the Queen, to watch the Changing of the Guards ceremony and see the guards dressed in their world famous tunics and busbies. If the Guard Change is not taking place we still stop for photos of the Horseguards Highlights Private guided tour of The Tower of London See Buckingham Palace, Big ben, Royal Albert Hall & more First group to see the Crown Jewels & thames river cruise Changing of the Guard & Guided tour of St.Pauls Cathedral Cruise on the Thames, traditional pub lunch* & Westminster Abbey: What better way to take in some of Londons finest landmarks than on board a river cruise that gently edges along the Thames? Then join us for a traditional pub lunch* in Whitehall, close to Downing Street, the residence of the Prime Minister. The pub serves fabulous food and is also close to Westminster Abbe...
Wheel of Belfast, Belfast, UK - From £6.50*The Wheel of Belfast in partnership with Belfast City Council & the department for social development is located at the East side of Belfast city hall and offers spectacular views across the City from a height of almost 200 feet. This graceful giant will gently lift you almost 200 feet into the air in a fully enclosed air conditioned capsule, keeping you cool in the summer and ensuring your comfort whatever the weather. Your journey will last around 13 minutes providing spectacular 360 degree panoramic views of the surrounding area and beyond, by day or by night. This unique experience is a delight for all and an ideal treat for family and friends. These fast track tickets save you time on your arrival. Simply exchange your vouchers for your boarding tickets at which point you will be whisked to the front of the queue for boarding. Your tickets are valid for any date (please check opening times). Just turn up and ride!...
Wheel of Manchester, Manchester, UK - From £6.50*The Wheel of Manchester sponsored by the Manchester Evening News located in the heart of Exchange Square allows visitors to see spectacular views of one of Europe's fastest changing urban landscapes. This graceful giant will gently lift you almost 200 feet into the air in a fully enclosed air conditioned capsule, keeping you cool in the summer and ensuring your comfort whatever the weather. Your journey will last around 13 minutes providing spectacular 360 degree panoramic views of the surrounding area and beyond, by day or by night. This unique experience is a delight for all and an ideal treat for family and friends. These fast track tickets save you time on your arrival. Simply exchange your vouchers for your boarding tickets at which point you will be whisked to the front of the queue for boarding....
ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, Bedfordshire, UK Thu, 29th July 2010 - Thu, 31st March 2011 From £17.00*Stroll across acres of lush countryside and watch lions, tigers, elephants, hippos and giraffes out and about in huge outdoor enclosures. Hop aboard the Safari Bus or the Great Whipsnade Railway, meet the new pride in Lions of the Serengeti and visit the two baby elephants on the downs. Get splashed by a Sealion, see the penguins gulp down their dinner and don’t be surprised if you catch a wallaby or a strange-looking mara wandering idly by! With all-day parking, beautiful picnic areas, keeper talks, animal displays and exciting events, the whole family will enjoy a day out at London Zoo, full of discovery and wild fun. - OPEN EVERY DAY from 10.00am - Closed Christmas Day - Late opening evenings during summer. - Open from 10am - closing times vary - Last admission one hour before closing time....
York Dungeon, York, UK Thu, 29th July 2010 - Thu, 31st March 2011 From £14.00*Deep in the heart of historic York, buried beneath its very paving stones, lies the North's most chillingly famous horror attraction. The York Dungeon brings more than 2,000 years of gruesomely authentic history vividly back to life.... and death. As you delve into the darkest chapters of our grim and bloody past, recreated in all its dreadful detail, remember: everything you experience really happened. A warning - in the Dungeon's dark catacombs it always pays to keep your wits about you. The 'exhibits' have an unnerving habit of coming back to life....
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