Janet Redler Tourism

Orchid festival lights up the winter days

Kew Gardens’ famous winter Orchid festival takes place this year from 3 February to 3 March 2024.
Kew Gardens’ famous winter Orchid festival, which takes place this year from 3 February to 3 March, will celebrate the beauty and biodiversity of Madagascar. Credit: Royal Botan… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/orchid-festival-lights-winter-days/

World's most famous dolls' house celebrates 100th anniversary

Celebrations will take place at Windsor Castle throughout 2024 to mark the 100th anniversary of Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House.
Celebrations will take place at Windsor Castle throughout 2024 to mark the 100th anniversary of Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House, the largest and most famous dolls’ house in the world. … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/worlds-most-famous-dolls-house-celebrates-100th-anniversary/

Seven scene-stealing stately homes in England

Dozens of English stately homes make a starring appearance on the big screen each year. Why not see them for real?
If there’s a grand country house in a blockbuster movie, chances are it’s in England! Dozens of English stately homes make a starring appearance on the big screen each year, and t… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/seven-scene-stealing-stately-homes-england/

Exploring England's Great West Way touring route

Two of our team, Janet and Jan, spent a weekend in the south of England, exploring the Great West Way touring route.
Two of our team, Janet and Jan, spent a weekend in the south of England, exploring the Great West Way, a popular touring route which follows 500 miles of navigable routes between … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/exploring-englands-great-west-way-touring-route/

The magic of England's Cotswolds at Christmas

There's nowhere more magical than the Cotswolds at Christmas, with a host of festive activities and fabulous places to stay.
There's nowhere more magical than the Cotswolds at Christmas, with a whole host of festive activities, fabulous places to stay and the best seasonal fayre to enjoy. Why not spend … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/magic-englands-cotswolds-christmas/

Fall in love with England's Lake District

The Lake District in north west England is one of the most beautiful parts of the United Kingdom.
The Lake District in north west England is one of the most beautiful parts of the United Kingdom. Its glittering lakes and lush green valleys, surrounded by ancient forests and cr… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/fall-love-englands-lake-district/

British Textile Biennial 2023 focuses on sustainability and colonial legacy

The third British Textile Biennial traces the routes of fibres and fabrics across continents and centuries.
The third British Textile Biennial traces the routes of fibres and fabrics across continents and centuries to and from the north of England in a series of commissions and exhibiti… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/british-textile-biennial-2023-focuses-sustainability-and-colonial-legacy/

Discover England's incredible Isles of Scilly

At the south western tip of England, just 28 miles from the coast of Cornwall, lie the incredible Isles of Scilly.
Perched at the south western tip of England, just 28 miles from the rugged coast of Cornwall, lie the incredible Isles of Scilly. This archipelago of 140 tiny islands, five of whi… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/discover-englands-incredible-isles-scilly/

Liverpool welcomes the world to Eurovision 2023

The city of Liverpool in North West England welcomes the world as it hosts the Eurovision Song Contest 2023.
The city of Liverpool in North West England welcomes the world this week as it hosts the Eurovision Song Contest 2023 – an annual pop music extravaganza which sees performers from… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/liverpool-welcomes-world-eurovision-2023/

An East Anglian Odyssey: travels in England's 'birthplace'

East Anglia inspired one of our traveller friends to write a blog about their trip to Cambridge, Ely and Bury St Edmunds.
A visit to East Anglia in England inspired one of our traveller friends to write the following blog about their trip, which included time spent in Cambridge, Ely and Bury St Edmun… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/east-anglian-odyssey/

England’s only Carthusian monastery with surviving interiors opens to the public after major restoration work

The medieval Charterhouse in Coventry in the West Midlands of England has reopened after a decade of restoration work.
The medieval Charterhouse in Coventry in the West Midlands of England reopened on 1 April, after more than a decade of restoration work, and is set to become a major visitor desti… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/englands-only-carthusian-monastery-surviving-interiors-opens-public-after-major-restoration-work2/

Lindisfarne Priory reopens with new monument and internationally significant treasures

Lindisfarne Priory reopens with major new display of internationally significant Anglo-Saxon treasures.
Britain’s first known prayer bead necklace, one of the earliest surviving examples of knitting found in Europe and a recently discovered Anglo-Saxon glass gaming counter are just … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/lindisfarne-priory-reopens-new-monument-and-internationally-significant-treasures/

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/

Exploring England's Great West Way

Janet and Dawn, two of our team, enjoyed a tour along the Great West Way in southern England, visiting Bath, Bristol and Reading.
Janet and Dawn, two of our team, enjoyed a tour along the Great West Way in south west England, visiting Bath, Bristol, Ascot, Reading and Newbury. Here is their blog about the fa… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/exploring-englands-great-west-way/

House of the Dragon location tours

The exciting Game of Thrones prequel, House of the Dragon, was filmed at locations across England, as well as Spain and Portugal.
Fans of Game of Thrones have been flocking to Northern Ireland for some years now to see the filming locations for the hugely popular TV series – and more recently to experience t… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/house-dragon-location-tours/

Discover Birmingham and England's West Midlands

Birmingham is an exciting modern city and the West Midlands region, where it is situated, has lots to offer the traveller.
Birmingham is an exciting modern city and the West Midlands region, where it is situated, has lots to offer the traveller. Here are our suggestions for some great things to do if … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/discover-birmingham-and-englands-west-midlands/

Ullswater 'Steamers' completes historic preservation project

One of the iconic heritage boats which has been cruising Ullswater in the Lake District since 1889 has been revived.
One of the iconic heritage boats which has been cruising the length of Ullswater in the Lake District since 1889 has been revived thanks to a significant restoration project. M.… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/ullswater-steamers-completes-historic-preservation-project/

Great West Way launches new travel trade directory

A new directory has been launched to make it easier to create bookable itineraries along the Great West Way.
A new directory has been launched to make it easier for travel buyers and Great West Way Ambassadors to create bookable itineraries, contact suppliers and promote the region to th… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/great-west-way-launches-new-travel-trade-directory/

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/

For a small city, Bath has a big offer

A visitor to Bath has provided us with this enthralling account of their recent stay, exploring the charms of this popular city.
A visitor to Bath has provided us with this enthralling account of their recent stay, exploring the many and varied charms of this popular English city. The UNESCO World Heritag… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/small-city-bath-has-big-offer/