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Date/Time Event
Fri 22 Mar - Tue 14 May National Portrait Gallery Guided Tour at National Portrait Gallery
One ticket available in May
The National Portrait Gallery re-opened last year after the largest redevelopment in its history, lasting three years and costing £41M. The project comprised a complete re-presentation of the Collection, combined with a significant refurbishment of the building, the creation of public spaces, a more welcoming visitor entrance and public forecourt, and a new Learning Centre. Our guide works at the Gallery and has previously worked at other cultural institutions in London.
Thu 25 Apr - Mon 29 Apr Short Break to Wells, Bristol and Bath*
2 places suddenly available
Enjoy a 5 day/4 night visit to Wells, Bristol and Bath* staying at the historic Swan Hotel in Wells.
Wed 8 May
14:30
Standing at the Sky's Edge at Gillian Lynne Theatre
All tickets sold
Hailed as ‘the most exciting new British musical in years’ (WhatsOnStage), Standing at the Sky's Edge was originally written as a love letter to Sheffield, charting the hopes and dreams of three generations over the course of six tumultuous decades, navigating universal themes of love, loss and survival.
Thu 16 May
14:30
Hamilton at Victoria Palace Theatre
All tickets sold
This new tour of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s blockbuster Hamilton is delivered by an outstanding ensemble. Book now as we have a very limited number of tickets!
Tue 21 May
11:00
Whitchurch Silk Mill at Whitchurch Silk Mill
All tickets sold
The Mill is built on Frog Island, around which the River Test and its tributary flow. The crystal clear waters have provided the Mill with power for over 200 years. After your tour of the Mill and weaving demonstration why not take a stroll around the gardens with stunning views of the River?
Tue 4 Jun
11:00 - 14:00
Treasure Hunt Walk - St Paul's and Secret City at St Paul’s Tube Station
Hidden between the giant banks and wide boulevards of the city is another ancient and evocative City of London. The Treasure Hunt clues will direct you for approximately two miles (about 2 – 3 hours). We will take in the little gardens, former monasteries, tiny nooks and hidden alleyways with names like Magpie Alley, Wine Office Court and Gunpowder Square.
Thu 27 Jun
14:30
Kiss Me Kate at Barbican
All tickets sold - waitlisting
Kiss Me Kate, Cole Porter’s hit musical, stars the multi-award-winning Adrian Dunbar (Ridley, Line of Duty) and Broadway musical superstar and Tony Award winner Stephanie J. Block (Into The Woods, 9 to 5).
Fri 28 Jun
13:00
Stranger Things: The First Shadow at Phoenix Theatre
Regrettably, this event is withdrawn from our schedule owing to insufficient sales to obtain the group discount.
This origin story has all the dark mystery of the Duffer brothers’ Netflix series and delivers one coup de theatre after another. Those familiar with the TV series will be able to trace storylines back but the production is not just a clever parlour game for fans. If you come at it afresh, it is still irresistible.
Sat 29 Jun
12:00 - 16:00
Epping & Ongar Heritage Railway at North Weald Station
Travel on steam and diesel trains and a heritage bus though the Essex countryside and part of Epping Forest with lunch on the train.
Wed 3 Jul
14:30
John Cleese's Fawlty Towers The Play at Apollo Theatre
All tickets sold
Featuring your favourite scenes from the TV sitcom’s unforgettable twelve episodes, everyone’s favourite hot-headed hotelier is back! This show is adapted for the stage by John Cleese.
Tue 16 Jul
15:00
Operation Mincemeat at Fortune Theatre
All tickets sold
The year is 1943 and we’re losing the war. Luckily, we’re about to gamble all our futures on a stolen corpse!

Singin’ in the Rain meets Strangers on a Train, Noel Coward meets Noel Fielding, Operation Mincemeat is the fast-paced, hilarious and unbelievable true story of the twisted secret mission that won us World War II.

Sat 20 Jul
16:30 - 22:30
Battle Proms at Hatfield House
Widely regarded as the most exciting summer proms concert in the country, the Battle Proms is a firmly established favourite that thousands of fans return to year after year. Pack up a picnic, stock up on fizz and join the party!
Thu 8 Aug
14:15
Fiddler on the Roof at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre
This is a new production of the classic musical of joy, revolution and community. It is an exuberant celebration of love and life, featuring glorious songs, ‘If I Were A Rich Man’, ‘Tradition’, ‘Matchmaker’ and ‘Sunrise, Sunset’.
Thu 12 Sep
14:30
Moulin Rouge at Piccadilly Theatre
All tickets sold
Back by popular demand, another chance to experience Moulin Rouge! The Musical. Audiences can expect an evening of glitz, grandeur and eye-popping excess with this production.
Wed 20 Nov
14:30
The Devil Wears Prada at Dominion Theatre
All tickets sold
Gird your loins! A new musical based on the blockbuster film and bestselling novel, The Devil Wears Prada features an original score by music legend Elton John, lyrics by Shaina Taub, a book by Kate Wetherhead and direction & choreography by three-time Tony Award winner Jerry Mitchell (Kinky Boots, Legally Blonde, Pretty Woman, Hairspray).