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The latest travel and heritage news .........
We detail the latest news and views on major finds and exhibitions from all over the world. In fact, as it says on the tin, all things Heritage and Travel. We also share honest information and advice about where to go and how to plan your visit based on the culmination of our 40 years in the travel trade, so you can get the best heritage trip possible.


Exploring the V&A East Storehouse: A New Era of Design and Innovation
From late May 2025, the V&A’s new working store and visitor attraction, V&A East Storehouse, opens its doors to the public for the first time following 10 years of planning and
extensive audience consultation, with input from V&A East’s Youth Collective. Designed by world-renowned architects Diller, Scofidio + Renfro, it opens as part of East Bank, the new cultural quarter in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, supported by the Mayor of London.

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2 days ago3 min read
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Discover the Ultimate Luxury Cotswold Classic English Motoring Experience
A Classic English Motoring Experience Luxury Cotswold Rentals or Luxury Rural Retreats are invited to enjoy an extraordinary English...

Richard
Jun 62 min read
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Enhance Your Wellbeing on Kent's Coast
'The Social Value of Tourism', a new report by Visit England, states that domestic tourism positively impacts personal wellbeing. Almost 79% of people surveyed felt more positive after travelling in the UK and 71% felt healthier or more replenished after their trip. The report can be found at www.visitbritain.org/social-value-tourism.

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Jun 23 min read
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Explore the UK's Most Filmed Heritage Location and Its Cinematic History
Visit Greenwich, in partnership with City Cruises, has launched “Greenwich: An Unmissable Time”, a new visitor destination campaign that brings cinematic inspiration to real-life adventure.

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May 233 min read
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Walk Your Own 'Salt Path'
Suppose the long-awaited release of the film adaptation of 'The Salt Path', on 30 May in the UK and Ireland, inspires you to embark on a walking journey along the South West Coast Path. In that case, Walkers' Britain can help you walk one – or more – sections of what is arguably one of England's most beautiful coastal routes.

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May 142 min read
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Exploring Ramsgate's Architectural Heritage and Historical Attractions: A Comprehensive Guide
Visitors to Ramsgate, which nestles on the Kent coast, are being invited to explore more with a new online guide to some of the town's incredible architectural heritage and historical attractions.

Richard
May 83 min read
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Horseplay – a New Exhibition of Rare Horseracing Board Games
The National Horseracing Museum in Newmarket is opening a brand-new exhibition entitled Horseplay, showcasing over 50 rare and antique board games that bring the racecourse to the tabletop in an intriguing and creative way. The games are on loan to the Museum from a private collection, and the exhibition is thought to be the largest display of horseracing-themed board games ever opened to the public. Visitors will find all the thrills and spills of being at the races, without

Richard
May 73 min read
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Thames Rockets launches
NEW SUMMER 2025 London's first Tourist Jet-Boat Attraction - Thames Rockets launches UK's first jet-propelled speedboat sightseeing boat

Richard
Apr 53 min read
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MI5: Official Secrets exhibition
A groundbreaking exhibition in partnership with MI5 exploring the vital work of Britain’s domestic intelligence agency open in April 2025

Richard
Mar 25 min read
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Cartier Jewels on Show
Opening in April 2025, the V&A will stage the UK’s first major exhibition in almost 30 years dedicated to Cartier jewels and watches

Richard
Feb 193 min read
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VisitBritain launches screen tourism campaign in United States with blockbuster-inspired film
To inspire visitors from the United States (U.S.) to choose Britain for their next trip and to explore more of its nations and regions.

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Feb 84 min read
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Unveiling Great Yarmouth's Historic Winter Gardens: A Hidden Gem Set for a Spectacular Revival in 2027!
Great Yarmouth, a lovely coastal town in Norfolk, has a hidden treasure that many might not recognize—the Winter Gardens.

Richard
Jan 313 min read
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Science Museum displays worlds most famous watch
One of the world’s most valuable watches will go on display for the first time in the UK in a new exhibition: Versailles: Science and Splend

Richard
Dec 3, 20243 min read
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British Museum to be gifted £1bn collection
British Museum to receive £1bn collection gift from The Sir Percival David Foundation – the largest in UK museum history

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Nov 18, 20242 min read
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ASHMOLEAN SAVES FRA ANGELICO MASTERPIECE
The Ashmolean announces that it has successfully raised £4.48 million to secure the acquisition of Fra Angelico’s exquisite Crucifixion.

Richard
Nov 10, 20243 min read
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Victorian landmark has been given a lifeline
Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare, South West England will be saved from being lost forever and brought a step closer to reopening

Richard
Nov 3, 20242 min read
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Hawking building opens for public tours
The culmination of the £65 million One Collection Programme with the public opening of the Hawking Building, a vast and innovative facility

Richard
Oct 27, 20245 min read
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Norman Conquest coin hoard acquired for the nation
An unprecedented hoard of coins, from the time of the Norman Conquest of
England, has been acquired for the nation

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Oct 26, 20244 min read
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East Anglia Only UK Location in Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2025
East Anglia is one of thirty locations Lonely Planet have revealed as the must-visit places around the world to see in 2025

Richard
Oct 26, 20243 min read
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Treasure Trove system grapples with backlog
Scotland’s Treasure Trove system is not keeping pace with changes such as the growing backlog of finds and the museum funding crisis.

Richard
Sep 27, 20242 min read
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