NIGEL THOMPSON MARJORIE YUE Spring action
English Tourism Week is under way and and it’s a chance to enjoy spring special offers and savings at visitor attractions and experiences across the country. Here’s our pick...
Bournemouth: 25 per cent off a surfing or paddleboarding lesson: learn how to hang ten with Surf Steps, using the code ETW25 when booking online. rom £30pp.
Oxford: 20 per cent off Raymond Blanc cookery classes. Wow the family with new kitchen skills. Valid Monday to Thursday, from £185pp.
Bicester Village, Oxon: 10 per cent extra off purchases. Shop like a VIP in more than 160 boutiques selling leading brands.
London: 25 per cent off entry to New World Rugby Museum, Twickenham Stadium. Enjoy the story of the game with memorabilia from around the world. Quote VisitEngland for the discount, from £12.50pp.
Norwich: See it for free. Jump on board the city’s open top tour bus for a complimentary trip exclusively during English Tourism Week. Reserve your ticket by contacting Norwich Tourist Information Centre on on 01603 213999.
London: Exclusive distillery tour: head to the East London Liquor Company from Tuesday to Friday to see where the gin and whisky are distilled before visiting the maturation room to taste all the spirits, including their extra special London Rye. (Space is limited). £45pp.
Portsmouth: Eastney Beam Engine House is welcoming visitors for a special open day. This impressive Victorian Building houses a pair of classic Boulton and Watt beam engines and pumps that have been lovingly restored to their original condition. Free entry.
Lincoln: Next weekend it will be free for visitors to get entry to the Cathedral and ride on the open top tour bus. Plus get more freebies at county-wide attractions. Prices are before discounts. Go to
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