A GRAND DAY OUT FOR GROUPS IN THE UK 2026 Spring/ Summer
PLACES TO VISIT & THINGS TO DO WITH YOUR GROUP
Contents Historic Houses & Gardens P: 10
Great British Markets P: 22
Aviation Heritage P: 26
Welcome to A Grand Day Out for Groups
Spring/ Summer 2026
Welcome to our Spring/ Summer edition:
With a huge range of ideas, destinations & attractions to discover this Spring/ Summer, no matter what your taste or age, you will be spoilt for choice. From train rides, to Historic houses & beautiful Gardens, the Seaside or Museums the UK boasts a rich variety & selection for your group. There is something for everyone no matter how old or young you are. So be inspired, plan your next adventure & discover what the UK has to offer. Published by ProDigital Media 22 Links Drive Bexhill on Sea East Sussex TN40 1TE GET IN TOUCH: (07711)485308
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Recommended Group Attractions
THE INSPIRATIONAL COTSWOLDS RETREAT OF WILLIAM MORRIS
ADVENTURES FOR GROUPS!
S T E A M T R A I N S & B O AT T R I P S PAIGN T O N
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DART M OU TH
www.dartmouthrailriver.co.uk
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TOT NE S
email: bookings@dsrrb.co.uk
Historic Homes and Gardens
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OPEN DAILY
BOOK ONLINE & SAVE
March To October
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Discover Britain’s Steam Railway Heritage
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Originally designed to connect a 40-mile stretch between Kidderminster & Shrewsbury, today it survives as one of the oldest & busiest heritage railways in the UK, following the course of the River Severn. Seated in comfortable, lovingly-restored carriages, travel along a scenic route, passing delightful period stations & through rolling countryside. Throughout the year we have a great line-up of events including our popular steam & diesel galas, step back to the 1940s weekends and festive season.
A Grand Day Out
Tickets please, for the Severn Valley Railway It’s all aboard for a journey on the Severn Valley Railway. This award-winning heritage railway visitor attraction, runs through 16 miles of beautiful Worcestershire & Shropshire countryside. Climb on-board and step back in time to experience the golden age of travel with journeys behind original steam trains & heritage diesel locomotives.
Pre-booked group travel rates (minimum group size 20 people) are available throughout the season on operating days. Our team will work alongside you to create a bespoke visit that meets the needs of your group. Whether you’re looking for a full day out, or a short break for lunch on the move between destinations, the Severn Valley Railway has lots to offer. A range of refreshment packages are also available for dining at our stations. The railway operates on selected dates. To see what days the railway is open & to plan your visit, please go to
svr.co.uk
T U O Y A D T A E R G A FOR GROUPS SVR .CO.UK/ GROUP-TRAVEL
You can`t rival the atmosphere of a traditional market. Whether it`s an outdoor market flogging everything from carrots to kids` toys, or a lively farmers market showcasing the very best local produce, these unique experiences are at the heart of the local community. We have put together a selection of famous markets for you to explore & discover we hope you enjoy them?
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Explore Britain’s Aviation Heritage
LINCOLNSHIRE AVIATION HERITAGE CENTRE
WW2 AVIATION MUSEUM WITH LANCASTER & MOSQUITO TAXI LIVE EXPERIENCE DAYS
- Come and watch the aircraft taxi (check website) - Step back in time on a WW2 airfield - Multiple aircraft & award winning displays - Open Tues to Sat 9.30am - 5.00pm
East Kirkby Airfield, East Kirkby PE23 4DE Tel: 01790 763207
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Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre The Centre is owned by Fred & Harold Panton. It was set up in memory of their brother Christopher who was killed on the Nuremburg Raid in March 1944, & also the 55,500 men of Bomber Command who lost their lives in WWII. This is the only Airfield Museum in the Country recreated to its original design sited on an original WW2 airfield, we hope that this helps to recreate the atmosphere of an airfield in 1944. Centrepiece to the museum is an Avro Lancaster Bomber NX611 ‘Just Jane’, one of only 3 Lancaster’s in the world that can move under its own power. ‘Just Jane’ frequently performs four engine taxy runs (the only place in the world you can see this performed on an original airfield), it is our living memorial to Bomber Command. The sound of those four Merlin engines is pure magic. We also offer the only opportunity in Europe for the public to ride on board ‘Just Jane’ during these taxy runs. Also based at the Centre is Mosquito HJ711 which gives engine running displays through the Summer season at major events. There are many exhibits to see around the Centre. The original Control Tower is set up in 1940’s style & recreates aircraft returning from a raid on Berlin, bringing the airfield back to life. Many say this is haunted & there
is a definite ‘chill’ in the air as you listen to & watch the recreated raid. We also house The RAF Escaping Society museum which is a tribute to all those who helped airmen that bailed out over occupied Europe with displays on the Goldfish & Caterpillar Club. The Memorial Chapel on site holds the names of the 848 aircrew & ground crew who were lost from this base when it was home to 57 & 630 Sqn between 1943-45, we suggest that you just take a few moments here to show your gratitude to the bravery of the young men sixty years ago. Artefacts recovered from the aircraft crash sites by the Lincolnshire Aircraft Recovery Group line the sides of the hangar where ‘Just Jane’ stands proud. Boards around the hangar provide plotted histories of all the Bomber Squadrons of WWII. The museum is constantly being developed with exhibits on the Home Front exhibition providing you with the opportunity to experience a ‘black out’, an Anderson Shelter, a 1940’s kitchen & find out information about the Home Guard and the Land Army. If you come on selected days you can be served a cup of char from an original 1942 NAAFI Wagon & go on a tour of the airfield on an original Queen Mary. Here you can experience the sights & sounds, smells & atmosphere of a Second World War Lincolnshire Airfield.
KENT BATTLE OF BRITAIN MUSEUM
www.kbobm.org )01303 893140
The Premier Collection of Battle of Britain Artefacts
Aircraft ·Vehicles · Weapons · Flying Equipment · Fine Art Prints · Relics from over 700 crashed aircraft
On the grounds of both security and copyright, we regret that no cameras, video recorders, mobile phones or any other type of Museum Shop, No.25 Squadron Mess and Tea Room electronic recording equipment is Squadron Mess and Tea Room Free Free parking for cars and allowed in the museum. parking for cars and coaches
Adults: £12 Adults: £8.00 Adults: £10.00 OAPs: £7.50 OAP’s: £11 OAPs: £9.00 Children: £4.00 Children: £5 Children: £4.00 Museum Shop, No.25 coaches
Opening Times: OPENING TIMES
Saturday 1st29th AprilMarch to Sunday 12th November 2023 Good Friday - Sunday 10th November 2024 1st May to 30th September 10am to 5pm April, Saturday 4th April to Sunday 8th November 2026 1st May to 30th September - 10am to 5pm 1st May to 30th --10am to October and November - 10am to 4pm April, October andSeptember November 10am to 5pm 4pm April, October & November 10am to 4pm Last entry one hour before closing. Last entry 1 hour before closing We closed on: before closing Lastare entry an hour Mondays, except Holiday Monday. We are closed on Bank Mondays except Bank Holidays
Aerodrome Road, Hawkinge, Nr. Folkestone, Kent, CT18 7AG