English Tourism Week
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10 - 18 March 2012

Enjoy YOUR England during English Tourism Week

With the eyes of the world on England in 2012, become a local ambassador for tourism and discover the destination on your doorstep!

 

There is a whole range of activities running throughout the week from free guided walks, music and theatre events, 2 for 1 offers and discounted accommodation. Looking for some ideas for Mother’s Day? As part of English Tourism Week, many local attractions are hosting events that the whole family will enjoy!


 

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A celebration of Dickens and foodie fun

Portrait of Charles Dickens 19th century; Courtesy of Museum of London; 2012;

Dickens Exhibition, Museum of London

Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Charles Dickens with the UK's first major exhibition on the author for over 40 years.

Pony trekking on Dartmoor; VB Images;

Active Dartmoor

Celebrate the Olympics by getting active and taking part in a week of challenge events across the moor.

Fresh vegetables; Copyright: VisitBritain images;

Clitheroe Food Festival, Lancashire

A showcase of Lancashire's finest food and drink producers - with chef masterclasses and demonstrations.

Exhibitions, festivals and galas

Brighton's Royal Pavilion at night; Copyright: VisitBritain images;

Charlotte - The Forgotten Princess, Brighton

The opening of the new year-long “Charlotte – The Forgotten Princess” exhibition at the Palace.

A scene from Pina showing at the Swindon Film Festival; Courtesy of Swindon Film Festival;

Swindon Film Festival, Wiltshire

From wacky comedy and classic sc-fi to Wim Wender’s tribute to the unique choreographer, Pina Bausch.

North Norfolk Railway; Source: North Norfolk Railway;

North Norfolk Railway Steam Gala

Will be running a special steam gala during English Tourism Week.

Special offers for English Tourism Week

London Bridge Experienc. Copyright London Bridge Experience; London Bridge Experienc. Copyright London Bridge Experience;

2 for 1 at The London Bridge Experience

Experience the dark history of London's most famous bridge before testing your nerves in the London Tombs.

Tudor buildings in Chester; VB Images;

Chester luxury break

Enjoy a luxury 4 night midweek break in 4* Gold Wharton Lock Apartment for just £18 per person per night.

Camper van holiday; VB Images;

Get 20% off camper van hire in Brighton

Get a great discount off a classic camper van at Camper Vanatics in the week 10-18 March.

Free vineyard tours and Rossini in London

Biddenden Vineyards, Kent; David Calder;

Free vineyard tours, Biddenden, Kent

Learn the history behind the vineyard and sample the wines, ciders and apple juices.

The Barber of Seville, Hackney Empire; Source: Richard Hubert Smith;

The Barber of Seville, Hackney Empire, London

Rossini’s masterpiece brought to life by the English Touring Opera in East London.

Microphone; VB Images;

BBC Radio 4 Festival, Bristol

A free weekend of live performance, comedy, drama, and poetry, courtesy of BBC Radio 4.

Exclusive Celebration Afternoon Tea offer with Millenium Hotel London Mayfair

 £22.00 per head @ The Pine Bar
Enjoy a glass of House Champagne on arrival, a selection of delicious sandwiches, and a selection of pastries with a pot of tea from their Mayfair Tea Selection.

You will also have the opportunity to purchase 'The Great Cake Places Book' at a special English Tourism Week price of £5.65.

Please telephone Millennium Mayfair Business Centre:  020 7629 9400  asking for Pine Bar (extn: 8893) & please quote English Tourist Week offer when booking.

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