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From £14Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour (10:30am)
Join your local Nottingham guide for a 1.5-hour walking tour that brings the city’s rich and rebellious past to life. Running daily at 10:30am, this tour doesn't just cover the history—it’s about experiencing Nottingham through the eyes of those who shaped it. Wander through Nottingham’s oldest streets, uncovering stories of Anglo-Saxon settlers, medieval merchants, and daring outlaws. Learn how the Industrial Revolution transformed the city, explore its ancient cave system, and hear tales of Robin Hood, body snatchers, and revolutionary entrepreneurs who changed the course of history.
From £107.50Walking Tour of Cambridge
Fun and friendly private walking tours of the city of Cambridge. We are qualified Cambridge guides, the only guides permitted to lead groups into the University colleges. Every tour can be personalised to suit you and your group starting and finishing at a convenient location. Each tour will feature highlights of the town, University and its colleges.
From £9Belvoir Castle, Grounds and Gardens Entry
Plan your ultimate getaway, a magnificent estate offering a full day of discovery. Step inside the grand Regency castle, famous for its opulent rooms and as a location for "The Crown." Afterwards, wander through acres of breathtaking gardens, with landscapes designed by the legendary 'Capability' Brown. Complete your visit at a charming artisan retail village where you can find unique gifts, local produce, and delicious food and drink.
From £10.50Stamford Town Guided Tours
Join us on a 90 minute guided tour of this Lincolnshire gem. We will deliver an entertaining and informative narration of the architecture, characters and legends of one of the finest stone towns in England. Stamford has preserved a multitude of Georgian buildings built on a medieval base with Tudor and Victorian interludes. The town has a vibrant history, much of which is still visible in the 600 listed buildings and monuments. We are “The Mayor’s Guides”. Starting at the Town Hall, our tour of this ancient town will bring alive the story of Stamford with tales of Georgian elegance, dubious politics, tragic romance and much more! Afterwards, perhaps you can enjoy the many pubs, restaurants or independent shops that make Stamford such a great place to visit.
From £28.95Lincoln Self Guided Treasure Hunt & Outdoor Exploration Game
Turning the streets of Lincoln into an adventure playground! Get a unique perspective of this historical city on this self-guided, interactive treasure hunt with an escape room twist. It's the best way to see the city! On your adventure, unlock a hidden trail, find clues, solve puzzles, and complete challenges, earning points along the way. Discover the city's highlights, explore hidden gems, learn some fun facts, and see things that most people just pass by. As the activity is all self-guided through the app, you can start your Quest when you want and go at your own pace, stopping for breaks. It's an ideal activity for couples, families, and groups of friends. Will you conquer the Quest?
From £21Little John's Big Tour of Nottingham
Join me, Little John, on a journey through the heart of Nottingham! Hear the real tales of Robin Hood, the wicked Sheriff, and the fight for justice. From the mighty walls of Nottingham Castle to the hidden caves of Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, I'll share stories of power, rebellion, and survival. Walk the streets where legends were born, uncover secrets of Sherwood Forest, and discover the truth behind the myths. This lively, immersive tour brings history to life with wit, grit, and spirit. We'll also wander through the old Lace Market, once the pride of Nottingham. I'll show ye how the rich stayed rich, and how folk like us fought back! Adventure awaits — will ye stand with the Merry Men?
From £28.95Discover Leicester: Self Guided Walk & Interactive Treasure Hunt
Turning the streets of Leicester into an adventure playground! Get a unique perspective of this historical town on this self-guided, interactive treasure hunt with an escape room twist. It's the best way to discover Leicester! On your adventure, unlock a hidden trail, find clues, solve puzzles, and complete challenges, earning points along the way. Discover the town's highlights, explore hidden gems, learn some fun facts, and see things that most people just pass by. As the activity is all self-guided through the app, you can start your Quest when you want and go at your own pace, stopping for breaks. It's an ideal activity for couples, families, and groups of friends. You can use the Quests as a Team Building activity too! Will you conquer the Quest?
From £13.10Nottingham Self Guided Walking Tour
Discover Nottingham, a vibrant, forward-thinking city deeply rooted in its fascinating past. Starting and ending at the Old Market Square, this roughly circular route takes you past iconic landmarks including the Park Tunnel and historic Nottingham Castle. You'll uncover a pub uniquely carved into a cliff face and explore a mysterious sandstone tunnel deep beneath the city streets. Nottingham is famed for its subterranean wonders, expect descents into underground features, including steps and a large tunnel to walk through. Along the way, your guide Helen shares insider tips and local haunts, so you'll always know the best spots to pause and soak in the atmosphere. This is a self-guided outdoor walking tour. Most stops are exterior visits, for the few attractions offering indoor entry, you're welcome to visit independently at your own expense.
From £11.50A Story of Discovery, Education and Remembrance
The centre provides, for the first time, a unique glimpse into a subject that has remained contentious for over 70 years. The first-hand stories of those who were there brings the heritage of Bomber Command alive.
From £130Nottingham and Robin Hood Private Guided Walking Tour
Our private walking tour will show you all the best bits of this incredibly unique city, home to the largest public square in the U.K. There is one man who epitomizes Nottingham above all else and we will follow hot on his tail to various points in the City that are pivotal to the adventures of Robin Hood including the gatehouse and walls of Nottingham Castle. Nottingham sits upon what is known as the City of Caves with there being almost 1,000 known caves beneath the city. In our tour we will descend underground, seeing the highlights, some of which were used in WW2 as public air-raid shelters Visit the old Lace Market & uncover the secrets of this famous part of Nottinghams' heritage. We will also learn about some of the less palatable parts of the history of Nottingham, where many of the executions took place. We end at possibly the oldest pub in Britain. Frequented by crusaders heading south and partially built into the rock beneath Nottingham Castle.
From £135Private Nottingham Walking Tour with Local Guide
Join your local guide on your very own 1.5-hour Private Nottingham City Walking Tour to explore this amazing city. Our tour is all about spending time with a local, as well as uncovering our deep history. This tour doesn't just cover the history—it’s about experiencing Nottingham through the eyes of those who shaped it. Wander through Nottingham’s oldest streets, uncovering stories of Anglo-Saxon settlers, medieval merchants, and daring outlaws. Learn how the Industrial Revolution transformed the city, explore its ancient cave system, and hear tales of Robin Hood, body snatchers, and revolutionary entrepreneurs who changed the course of history.
From £6.28Maid Marian and Robin Hood Quest Experience in Nottingham
Robin Hood has vanished into Nottingham, and you are Maid Marian, the only one brave enough to find him. Follow clues through 13 legendary landmarks on this self-guided puzzle walk through the city where the outlaw legend was born. Your search takes you from the Medieval marketplace where Robin entered in disguise, past the courthouse where hangings once drew crowds, and into three historic pubs each claiming to be the oldest in England. Decode puzzles at St. Mary's Church, mentioned in the earliest Robin Hood ballad (c. 1450). Descend into secret caves via Mortimer's Hole, outsmart the Sheriff in Old Market Square, and storm the castle to rescue Robin, uncovering centuries of real history at every stop. A Medieval adventure where you are the hero, not the sidekick. Perfect for history lovers, puzzle fans, and anyone who wants to live the Robin Hood legend. Play anytime at your own pace using the Questo app. Allow around 80 minutes for the full quest.