Christmas at the railway

In our Great Days Out section, we are delighted to showcase Nene Valley Railway with our Commitment to Excellence Award. Nene Valley Railway, based at Wansford Station, is the UK’s premier international steam attraction, with routes extending through Overton (for Ferry Meadows), Orton Mere, Yarwell Junction, and Peterborough. As a living heritage railway, lovingly maintained […]

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Walk In the Footsteps of History and Discover the Ghosts of The Past

In this issue of Community Update we are pleased to feature Dark Tales of York for its Commitment to Excellence in providing educational and thrilling days out. Let us invite you into the world of Dark Tales of York, offering a thrilling walking tour through York’s historic streets. Focusing on its haunted history and macabre […]

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Tracks to Adventure Unforgettable Experiences with SKLR

In this issue of Community Update we are pleased to feature The Sittingbourne & Kemsley Light Railway (SKLR) for its Commitment to Excellence as a Heritage Railway Attraction. Aside from providing a family-friendly destination for children with its outside toys, bike and wildlife gardens, at Kemsley Down you’ll also find the Footplate Café, railway shop, […]

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New ‘Walk with Dinosaurs’ Devon exhibition

We’re excited to introduce Jurassic Discovery as the recipient of our Commitment to Excellence Award in Great Days Out. Jurassic Discovery is an exclusive new Devon attraction open to visitors of all ages and includes a state of the art ‘walk with the dinosaurs.’ The dinosaur-themed adventure was opened in July by guests of honour […]

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Wheels of gravity!

The popular racing event returns to Barrow-in-Furness for the fourth time in August, with members of the public welcome to spectate along the fun-filled 340-metre route. Last year, the hand-built soapboxes were customised with eye-catching themes like Batman and Super Mario, with racers dressed up in costumes. The 16-metre starting ramp is positioned at the […]

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Exploring the rich history of Ambleside

In this issue of Community Update, we are delighted to welcome The Armitt as the recipient of our Commitment to Excellence. The Armitt is a museum and library located in the charming market town of Ambleside in Cumbria. The Lake District has long been associated with many gifted artists and writers such as Romantic Poets […]

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Love Volkswagens? Book BUSFEST 2024!

In this issue of Community Update, we are showcasing BUSFEST 2024 with our Commitment to Excellence Award. The VW Transporter is the best-selling van in history, with millions of models sold across the world every year. From 1950- 1967, the first VW Transporter (T1) was rolled out and affectionately known as the ‘Bulli.’ The unique […]

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Charming dog-friendly guest house

We are delighted to showcase Maple Bank Guest House with our Commitment to Excellence Award. Burrowed in the North-West Lake District is award-winning Maple Bank Country Guest House, offering hill-walkers, visitors and faithful canines alike a warm Cumbrian welcome. Originally built in 1907, the Edwardian house features original period externa l features, with seven beautifully […]

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Jungle VIP celebrates 10 years

In this issue of Community Update, we are delighted to announce that Jungle VIP Hounslow is the recipient of our Commitment to Excellence Award. “We are a family-run company and we count this as our biggest achievement – to celebrate 10 years in trading. We might not offer the largest play area, but we believe […]

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Rare opportunity to visit traditional Romany wagons and carts

The Gordon Boswell Romany Museum is the largest collection of Romany wagons and carts in the UK.  It is a fascinating insight into the Romany way of life, often shrouded in mystery for many, this museum wants to invite visitors to learn more about the Romany way of life.  Romany people first came to the […]

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