Janet Redler Tourism

Chinese New Year, London

The largest New Year celebration outside Asia takes place in London's China Town each year.
The largest New Year celebration outside Asia takes place in London's China Town each year. Enjoy the spectacle of fireworks, processions and dances in traditional Chinese cos… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/events/chinese-new-year-london/

JORVIK Viking Festival

JORVIK Viking Festival is the largest Viking festival in Europe and takes place in the historic city of York each February.
JORVIK Viking Festival is the largest Viking festival in Europe and takes place in the historic city of York each February. Enjoy a week of celebrations as York's ancient Viking h… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/events/jorvik-viking-festival/

The splendours of Salisbury Cathedral

Salisbury Cathedral is one of England’s finest cathedrals, home to one of four original surviving copies of Magna Carta.
Salisbury Cathedral, one of England’s finest cathedrals, boasts the tallest spire in England - an incredible feat of medieval engineering - and is home to one of only four origina… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/splendours-salisbury-cathedral/

Discover the magic of Christmas along England's Great West Way

Christmas is an enchanting time to explore England’s Great West Way, with a wealth of seasonal experiences to enjoy.
Christmas is a truly enchanting time to explore England’s Great West Way, with a wealth of seasonal experiences to enjoy - ideal for visitors seeking a memorable winter break! S… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/christmas-great-west-way/

Hull in England included in National Geographic’s BEST OF THE WORLD 2026

Hull, on the east coast of England, has been included in National Geographic’s BEST OF THE WORLD 2026.
Hull, on the east coast of England, has been included in National Geographic’s BEST OF THE WORLD, the brand’s annual list of the most awe-inspiring, meaningful and immersive trave… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/hull-england-included-national-geographics-best-world-2026/

Discovery of rare medieval music brings sound of monks back to Devon abbey

For the first time in nearly five centuries, Buckland Abbey in Devon will resonate with the sacred sounds of monastic music.
For the first time in nearly five centuries, Buckland Abbey in Devon, in south west England, will resonate once more with the sacred sounds of monastic music. The west front of … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/discovery-rare-medieval-music-brings-sound-monks-back-devon-abbey/

Discover the story of British pop music in Liverpool

Shaun, one of our team, visited the British Music Experience in Liverpool recently and this is his blog about the trip.
Shaun, one of our team, visited the British Music Experience in Liverpool recently and then took a trip on the world-famous Mersey Ferry. This is his blog about a great day out...… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/discover-story-british-pop-music-liverpool/

How to make the most of England's Cotswolds

In a guest blog, Steve Hopkins, one of our driver guides, explains what’s great about the Cotswolds.
Steve Hopkins is one of our driver guides, who specialises in tours of England’s romantic Cotswolds, famed for its rolling hills, chocolate-box villages and honey-coloured cottage… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/make-most-english-cotswolds/

Major Viking exhibition opens at the Yorkshire Museum

A fascinating new exhibition reveals the impact of the Vikings on the north of England.
The Yorkshire Museum in the city of York is the premier museum in the north of England for ancient objects and rare finds and its fascinating new exhibition, Viking North, reveals … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/major-viking-exhibition-opens-yorkshire-museum/

Benjamin Franklin in London

It was 300 years ago that a Founding Father made England his home. Mr Londoner follows the trail...
It was 300 years ago that a Founding Father made England his home. Mr Londoner follows the trail... Detail from Franklin's 1785 portrait by Joseph Duplessis In the same year t… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/benjamin-franklin-london/

Gloucester Cathedral tours mark 250th anniversary of American Independence

Journey through 1,000 thousand years of history and discover Gloucester Cathedral’s unique ties to the USA.
Journey through 1,000 thousand years of history and discover Gloucester Cathedral’s unique ties to the United States on a special guided tour. From breathtaking architectu… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/gloucester-cathedral-tours-mark-250th-anniversary-american-independence/

Manchester Museum named European Museum of the Year 2025

Manchester Museum in North West England has been recognised as one of Europe’s leading museums.
Manchester Museum in North West England has been recognised as one of Europe’s leading museums after winning the European Museum of the Year Award (EMYA) 2025. Manchester Museum… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/manchester-museum-named-european-museum-year-2025/

Southern England's Historic Cities by rail or car

There are six Historic Cities in the south of England which can easily be explored by car or train.
There are six Historic Cities in the south of England which can easily be explored by car or train, and England Originals has put together a new multi-destination itinerary taking… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/southern-england-historic-cities/

Explore the National Trails of England and Wales

National Trails offer some of the best walking, riding and cycling opportunities in England and Wales.
National Trails offer some of the best walking, riding and cycling opportunities in England and Wales. The 16 trails cover 3,600 miles (5,800 km) and are based on the nation’s fav… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/explore-national-trails-england-wales/

Ceramic poppies return to the Tower of London

The Tower of London marks the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War with a new display.
The Tower of London marked the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War with a new display of ceramic poppies, which is installed at the heart of the historic fortress … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/ceramic-poppies-return-tower-london/

Stratford-upon-Avon Literary Festival, England

The Stratford-upon-Avon Literary Festival is one of the most significant literary festivals in the UK, which takes place each spring and autumn.
The Stratford-upon-Avon Literary Festival is an exciting mixture of debate, ideas, celebrity author events, workshops and humour, which takes place each spring and autumn. One of … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/events/stratford-upon-avon-literary-festival-england-2/

Cheltenham Jazz Festival, England

Cheltenham Jazz Festival is one of the UK’s leading jazz festivals, and is part of the annual series of festivals which take place in the Gloucestershire town each year, including science, music and literature.
Cheltenham Jazz Festival is one of the UK’s leading jazz festivals, and is part of the annual series of festivals which take place in the Gloucestershire town each year, including… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/events/cheltenham-jazz-festival-england/

New campaign gives a Peak-y into West Midlands filming locations

Locations in the West Midlands of England which have appeared in film and on television feature in a brand new guide.
Venues and locations in the West Midlands of England which have appeared in film and on television feature in a brand new guide, launched to celebrate VisitBritain’s latest touris… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/new-campaign-gives-peak-y-west-midlands-filming-locations/

English Tourism Week supports people and places to drive growth

English Tourism Week, the annual week dedicated to celebrating England’s tourism industry, takes place from 14 to 23 March 2025.
English Tourism Week, the annual week dedicated to celebrating England’s tourism industry, takes place from 14 to 23 March 2025. English Tourism Week sees the industry come togeth… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/english-tourism-week-supports-people-and-places-drive-growth/

Tower built for a king to open to public for first time since English Civil War

For the first time since 1646, the public will be able to access a tower that was built five-hundred years earlier.
For the first time since 1646, when Corfe Castle in Dorset was destroyed in the English Civil War, the public will be able to access a tower that was built for King Henry I five-h… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/tower-built-king-open-public-first-time-english-civil-war/