A rare medieval whalebone has gone on display where it was discovered at Launceston Castle in Cornwall. The 13th-century bone, which measures more than half a meter across, was one of around 20 broken vertebrae, rib sections, and small pieces of bone discovered during excavations at the castle, which is around 14 miles from the nearest beach. A concentration of the bones … [Read more...] about Medieval whalebone discovered at inland castle goes on display in Cornwall
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England in Minature: Ten Miniature Model Villages to Visit
If you want to feel like a big person in a small town, you can head on down to a model village! Also known as miniature villages or miniature parks, these tourist attractions have been popular for decades in the UK and are complete model towns and villages. They might be original layouts or modeled on real communities nearby and may include people or vehicles. Their status … [Read more...] about England in Minature: Ten Miniature Model Villages to Visit
Science behind Doctor Who to be revealed at Edinburgh exhibition
The scientific mysteries behind the adventures of Doctor Who are to be revealed at an Edinburgh exhibition this year. The Time Lord will land at the National Museum of Scotland in December, where the Doctor Who Worlds of Wonder exhibition will let fans explore eight zones covering a series of scientific topics from the show. Alison Cromarty, head of exhibitions and design … [Read more...] about Science behind Doctor Who to be revealed at Edinburgh exhibition
Decommissioned oil rig arrives in Weston-super-Mare to be transformed into art installation
A 450-tonne decommissioned oil rig has been delivered to the beach front at Weston-super-Mare, where it is due to be transformed into an interactive art installation. Dubbed “See Monster”, the people behind the project are hoping it will transform perceptions around how out-of-date industrial infrastructure is disposed of. It was delivered to the beach of the North … [Read more...] about Decommissioned oil rig arrives in Weston-super-Mare to be transformed into art installation
York’s 15-acre maze cut into ‘world’s largest’ Lego minifigure
A 15-acre maze in North Yorkshire has been cut into what is believed to be the world’s biggest Lego Minifigure to mark the brand’s 90th anniversary. An aerial view shows the new design, a 492ft character breaking through a wall of bricks, with the words “90 years of play” at the bottom – a nod to Lego’s inception in Billund, Denmark, in 1932. York Maze claims to be the … [Read more...] about York’s 15-acre maze cut into ‘world’s largest’ Lego minifigure
Ex-Army major recalls working for Queen Mother at Castle of Mey
A veteran and former friend of the Queen Mother returned to her Scottish castle as it prepares to celebrate the 20th anniversary of being open to the public. Major John Perkins, 95, formed the decades-long connection and dedication to The Castle of Mey through his friendship with the royal, and returned to the property to pass on his knowledge to the current generation of … [Read more...] about Ex-Army major recalls working for Queen Mother at Castle of Mey
Queen’s Coronation gown, robe and glittering jewels on show at Windsor
The Queen’s historic Coronation dress, Robe of Estate, and diamond jewels have been unveiled at Windsor Castle, ready for public viewing to mark the Platinum Jubilee. From Thursday visitors will be able to examine Sir Norman Hartnell’s intricate white duchesse satin gown which was worn by the 27-year-old Elizabeth II in 1953. Embroidered with thousands of seed pearls, … [Read more...] about Queen’s Coronation gown, robe and glittering jewels on show at Windsor
Public’s royal snapshots to go on show at Kensington Palace
A series of never-before-seen images of the royal family taken by members of the public are going on show at Kensington Palace this week. Snapshots include a close-up of a smiling Duchess of Cambridge receiving a posy of flowers after the Sandringham Christmas service in 2014. Also on display is a black and white image of the Prince of Wales on horseback during a polo … [Read more...] about Public’s royal snapshots to go on show at Kensington Palace
Outlander location Doune Castle reopens to public after restoration work
An “iconic” castle that features in the TV series Outlander has reopened to visitors following masonry work. Doune Castle was shut as a precaution last year for essential high-level masonry inspections and a full survey of the site. A special access corridor has now been put in place at the building, which reopened on Monday, and visitors can once again see the interior of … [Read more...] about Outlander location Doune Castle reopens to public after restoration work
Florence Nightingale letter on display in Chichester after spending 140 years in scrapbook
An original letter by Florence Nightingale in which she writes of her poor health following her return from the Crimean War has gone on display for the first time. The handwritten note by the nursing pioneer from 1872 is being put on show by the University of Chichester to mark International Nursing Day on Thursday, May 12. In the letter, which was found in near-pristine … [Read more...] about Florence Nightingale letter on display in Chichester after spending 140 years in scrapbook
Windsor’s chandeliers given a polish ahead of Waterloo Chamber reopening
The grand chandeliers in the Waterloo Chamber at Windsor Castle have been given a final check and polish in preparation for the room’s reopening to the public. Obscured by scaffolding for 20 months during renovation work, the five intricate cut-glass features were lowered from the 14 meter ceiling almost to the floor to be inspected and cleaned by experts, wearing white … [Read more...] about Windsor’s chandeliers given a polish ahead of Waterloo Chamber reopening
Britain’s major tourism attractions ‘still in survival mode’ following pandemic
Many major tourist attractions such as Westminster Abbey, Stonehenge, and Edinburgh Castle remain in “survival mode” as visitor numbers have failed to recover from the coronavirus pandemic, according to new research. Trade body the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (Alva) said venues that rely on visitors from overseas continue to struggle despite Covid-19 … [Read more...] about Britain’s major tourism attractions ‘still in survival mode’ following pandemic
London Eye and Legoland among attractions closing because of Storm Eunice
A number of attractions are temporarily closing across the UK on Friday because of Storm Eunice. A red weather warning – the highest alert, meaning a high impact is very likely – has been issued by the Met Office due to the combination of high tides, strong winds, and storm surge, which is understood to be a rare event for the UK. The London Eye, Legoland, and a number of … [Read more...] about London Eye and Legoland among attractions closing because of Storm Eunice
Five British Things to See at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida
This year, Walt Disney World celebrates its 50th anniversary across all the Disney parks in Florida. Disney has long had an association with the United Kingdom, adapting stories from Mary Poppins to Basil of Baker Street. This relationship extends into Walt Disney World and the surrounding parks, where you can find a wealth of British attractions from rides to restaurants. … [Read more...] about Five British Things to See at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida
Costumes worn by Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret in pantomimes to go on show for the first time at Windsor Castle for Christmas
Costumes made for a teenage Princess Elizabeth and her sister Princess Margaret when they took to the stage in an Old Mother Red Riding Boots pantomime are to go on display for the first time. A young Elizabeth, now the Queen, wore a long-sleeved pink satin and lace dress to play Lady Christina Sherwood for the production during the Second World War when she was 18. She also … [Read more...] about Costumes worn by Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret in pantomimes to go on show for the first time at Windsor Castle for Christmas
‘Nationally significant’ collection of Roman bronzes acquired by Yorkshire Museum
A rare 1,800-year-old collection of bronze objects found in an area where little was known about the presence of the Romans has been described as being of “national significance” ahead of its unveiling at a Yorkshire museum. The “truly exceptional” Roman hoard was found by metal detectorists in a field near Ampleforth, in Ryedale, North Yorkshire, in May 2020, and has been … [Read more...] about ‘Nationally significant’ collection of Roman bronzes acquired by Yorkshire Museum
Grand chandelier and candelabra prepped for opening of Windsor semi-state rooms
Windsor Castle staff have been carrying out the painstaking task of dusting the grand chandelier in the Crimson Drawing Room, ready for the opening of the semi-state rooms to the public. Armed with a brush and a vacuum backpack, one conservator was pictured standing on a scaffold structure as she delicately tended to the historic centerpiece. The chandelier is believed to … [Read more...] about Grand chandelier and candelabra prepped for opening of Windsor semi-state rooms
Stoke-on-Trent’s historic Spitfire unveiled in £5.4m gallery after three-year restoration
A Spitfire donated to Stoke-on-Trent by the RAF in 1972 is set to go back on public display in a new glass-fronted £5.4 million gallery as an “anything’s possible” symbol of hope. The aircraft’s official unveiling in a 3,800 sq ft extension to the Potteries Museum and Art Gallery on Wednesday, being attended by the great-nephew of the Spitfire’s designer Reginald Mitchell, … [Read more...] about Stoke-on-Trent’s historic Spitfire unveiled in £5.4m gallery after three-year restoration
Attraction News: Saka artefacts from Kazakhstan to go in display Cambridge Fitzwilliam Museum
Golden artifacts unearthed from ancient burial mounds built by Saka warrior people in Kazakhstan are to go on display at Cambridge’s Fitzwilliam Museum. Many mounds, where elites were buried with their horses and treasures, have been looted, but archaeologists found that the burial display of a teenage archer was intact. Rockfall had apparently shielded the boy, who was no … [Read more...] about Attraction News: Saka artefacts from Kazakhstan to go in display Cambridge Fitzwilliam Museum
Millions in National Lottery funding pledged to improve access to Britain’s landmarks
Several of the UK’s most popular heritage sites have been granted a total of more than £14 million in National Lottery funding to help them improve access for disabled people. The cash will also be used to help more people from a diverse range of backgrounds connect with the UK’s monuments, the National Lottery Heritage Fund said. Among the sites to receive a funding boost … [Read more...] about Millions in National Lottery funding pledged to improve access to Britain’s landmarks
Exhibition Report: Portsmouth – The Mary Rose Museum – New 1545 Experience And So Much To See
The Mary Rose Museum in Portsmouth has added a new immersive experience. 1545 - When Their World Ended is available for all to enjoy from Monday 26 July 2021. As I last visited the Mary Rose Museum back in 2013, just before it opened, this was a great reason to return. What Is The Mary Rose? The Mary Rose is the world’s only surviving sixteenth-century warship. She was … [Read more...] about Exhibition Report: Portsmouth – The Mary Rose Museum – New 1545 Experience And So Much To See
Google Maps suggests ‘potentially fatal’ route up Ben Nevis, hillwalkers warned
Scottish mountaineering charities have criticized Google for suggesting routes up Ben Nevis and other Munros they say are “potentially fatal” and direct people over a cliff. The John Muir Trust, which looks after the upper reaches of the UK’s highest mountain, said attempts to contact the company over the issue have been met with silence. The charity said certain searches for … [Read more...] about Google Maps suggests ‘potentially fatal’ route up Ben Nevis, hillwalkers warned
Dame Judi Dench to help bring to life the final moments of the Mary Rose
Dame Judi Dench is helping bring history to life at a new immersive experience recreating the final moments of Henry VIII’s flagship, the Mary Rose. The Oscar-winning actress introduces the new exhibition, named 1545 after the year it sank, which has launched at the home of the Tudor warship at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. The Mary Rose lay undiscovered on the seabed of the … [Read more...] about Dame Judi Dench to help bring to life the final moments of the Mary Rose
Bamburgh voted top UK seaside destination again
Britain’s best seaside destination has been named as Bamburgh on the Northumberland coast by the consumer magazine Which? The publication surveyed 4,000 people and ranked almost 100 towns and villages ahead of the big summer getaway, which was expected to be particularly popular for UK holidays due to the pandemic. Bamburgh was selected as the best seaside town or village, … [Read more...] about Bamburgh voted top UK seaside destination again
Blackpool Tower Ballroom ready to reopen after lockdown following refurbishment
Blackpool Tower’s world-famous ballroom is being prepared to reopen to the public with a £1.1 million refurbishment. Dancers hope to be allowed back into the venue on June 21, but in the meantime, the ballroom has undergone its most extensive program of work and deep-cleaning for more than 60 years. A team of highly skilled craftsmen, who worked on projects including the … [Read more...] about Blackpool Tower Ballroom ready to reopen after lockdown following refurbishment
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