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A stitch in time: the resurgence of quilting, patchwork and embroidery

In a guest blog, Mr Londoner explores the resurgence of these traditional techniques in contemporary art and fashion.
In a guest blog for Janet Redler Travel, Mr Londoner explores the resurgence of quilting, patchwork and embroidery in contemporary art and fashion. Young visitors explore the In… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/stitch-time/

Gardening inspiration to beat the heat takes centre stage at garden festival

Gardens packed with innovative ideas to reduce water use take centre stage at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival.
Gardens packed with innovative ideas to reduce water use take centre stage at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival this July as the UK expects another summer of heatwaves. V… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/gardening-inspiration-beat-heat-takes-centre-stage-garden-festival/

Wimbledon Championships, London, England

The Championships, Wimbledon, is one of the world's greatest sporting events.
The Championships, Wimbledon, is one of the world's greatest sporting events and a showcase for the best tennis has to offer. There is always a huge demand for tickets, so to make… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/events/wimbledon-championships-london-england/

Princess of Wales reopens National Portrait Gallery in London

The Princess of Wales has officially reopened the National Portrait Gallery in London following extensive refurbishment.
The Princess of Wales has officially reopened the National Portrait Gallery in London following an extensive three-year refurbishment programme – one of the largest in the gallery… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/princess-wales-reopens-national-portrait-gallery-london/

RHS Chelsea Flower Show, London

The annual RHS Chelsea Flower Show in London is the place to see cutting-edge garden design, new plants and find ideas to take home.
The Chelsea Flower Show has been held in the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea, London every year since 1913, apart from gaps during the two World Wars. Once Britain's largest… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/events/rhs-chelsea-flower-show/

New exhibition celebrates 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's First Folio

The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust has launched a new exhibition to mark the 400th anniversary of the First Folio.
The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, the UK’s national museum for exploring the work, life and legacies of one of the world’s greatest writers, has launched a new exhibition and a ye… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/new-exhibition-celebrates-400th-anniversary-shakespeares-first-folio/

Royal tributes among RHS Chelsea 2023 highlights

This year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show in London will commemorate the life of the late Queen Elizabeth II.
This year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show in London will commemorate the life of the late Queen Elizabeth II, who rarely missed a visit to the show during her 70-year reign, while also … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/royal-tributes-among-rhs-chelsea-2023-highlights/

TCS London Marathon, England

Join thousands of runners and spectators on the streets of London for the TCS London Marathon. Every year, almost 40,000 people run the 26.2-mile marathon through the streets of London.
Join thousands of runners and spectators on the streets of London for the TCS London Marathon. Every year, almost 40,000 people run the 26.2-mile marathon through the streets of L… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/events/virgin-money-london-marathon-england/

Excitement builds for Coronation of King Charles III

The Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort takes place at Westminster Abbey in London on 6th May.
The Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort takes place at Westminster Abbey in London on Saturday 6th May 2023 and excitement is building for a weeke… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/excitement-builds-coronation-king-charles-iii/

Great events on the Great West Way in 2023

The Great West Way touring route is looking forward to dozens of very special events and activities in 2023.
The Great West Way touring route, which follows 500 miles of navigable routes through idyllic countryside, quaint villages and ancient towns between London and Bristol, is looking… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/great-events-great-west-way-2023/

A book lover's guide to London

London has been inspiring writers and poets for centuries and there is so much for book lovers to experience.
London has been inspiring writers and poets for centuries and the city has a rich literary heritage. There is so much for book lovers to experience on a tailor-made tour – follow … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/book-lovers-tour-london/

Wren300 celebrates Sir Christopher Wren's legacy

Wren300 marks the three hundredth anniversary in 2023 of the death of Sir Christopher Wren.
Wren300 marks the three hundredth anniversary of the death of Sir Christopher Wren, one of Britain’s most famous architects, with a series of fascinating events and activities thr… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/wren300-celebrates-sir-christopher-wrens-legacy/

A trip to England in April

We were delighted to receive some wonderful feedback from a lovely American couple who enjoyed a tour in England with us.
We were delighted to receive this wonderful feedback from a lovely American couple who enjoyed a tour in England with us recently. The tour was organised by Tour Group Planners in… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/trip-england-april/

Chelsea Flower Show 2022 commemorates The Queen's Platinum Jubilee

This year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show will commemorate The Queen's Platinum Jubilee.
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) will honour its Royal Patron, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, with tributes at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show to commemorate her Platinu… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/chelsea-flower-show-2022-commemorates-queens-platinum-jubilee/

Japanese treasures from The Royal Collection go on display together for the first time

A woodcut print of Buckingham Palace is among the highlights of a new exhibition at The Queen’s Gallery, London.
The first samurai armour ever seen in Britain; splendid coronation and jubilee gifts presented to monarchs from Queen Victoria to Her Majesty The Queen, and a never-before-seen wo… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/japanese-treasures-royal-collection-go-display-together-first-time/

Brighten up the winter days at Kew Gardens' Orchids

Kew Gardens’ Orchids 2022 celebrates the biodiversity hotspot Costa Rica.
Kew Gardens’ Orchids 2022 celebrates the biodiversity hotspot Costa Rica and the vibrant displays and accompanying soundscapes have been inspired by the flora and fauna of Central… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/brighten-winter-days-kew-gardens-orchids/

Magical Beatles tours

Our magical Beatles tours offer a fascinating exploration of the sights and attractions associated with the Fab Four.
"There are places I'll remember all my life, though some have changed…” - In My Life by John Lennon & Paul McCartney It may be over 50 years since the Beatles broke up, but th… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/magical-beatles-tours/

Buckingham Palace introduces self-guided garden tours for the first time

The garden at Buckingham Palace will open for visitors to explore through a self-guided tour for the first time.
The garden at Buckingham Palace will open to visitors from July to September this year, allowing the grounds of Her Majesty The Queen’s official London residence to be explored th… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/buckingham-palace-introduces-self-guided-garden-tours-first-time/

New short film marks Royal Albert Hall's 150th anniversary

The Royal Albert Hall in London has launched its 150th anniversary year with a tribute to live music narrated by Sir Mick Jagger.
The Royal Albert Hall in London has launched its 150th anniversary year with a 90-second tribute to live music entitled Your Room Will Be Ready, narrated by Sir Mick Jagger, lead … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/new-short-film-marks-royal-albert-halls-150th-anniversary/

Greenwich - home of time

Everywhere on earth is measured in terms of its distance east or west from the Greenwich Meridian. Visitors to Greenwich in London can stand on the Prime Meridian Line and discover the remarkable story of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).
Greenwich: Home of Time Everywhere on earth is measured in terms of its distance east or west from the Greenwich Meridian. Visitors to Greenwich in London can stand on the Prime … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/great-britain-ireland/london/greenwich-home-time/