Hit musical "The Lion King" is celebrating its 25th anniversary in London's West End this weekend with a special gala performance on Sunday, after first opening its doors at the Lyceum Theatre on Oct. 19, 1999. Based on Disney's 1994 animation film, the stage adaptation, which has played in theatres around the world, has been seen in the British capital by over 19 million theatre goers. "I think that this piece is something that does transcend culture," director and writer Julie Taymor told Reuters, adding that the coming of age story about a lion cub called Simba who endures loss "is something every single human being has to go through." FILE PHOTO: An actor wears a costume on stage during the performance of a musical "Lion King" in London, Britain in 2023. Matt Crockett/Disney/...
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Halloween loving Brits looking for a spooky encounter are being given tips on the most haunted stately homes and castles to visit across the UK – as 23% confess to believing in ghosts and 42% say they know someone who’s seen one. The travel and motoring insurance experts at Tiger.co.uk conducted a spooky survey and started investigating some of the ghostliest destinations with the most haunted tales. Some of the earliest recorded ghost sightings date back to the first century AD and while there are no official recordings throughout the centuries, stories of ghosts and ghouls lurk across every corner of the UK. The experts have found spooky stately homes and castles in Scotland, Cornwall, Norfolk and North Yorkshire, uncovering ghosts including the White Lady in Lanc...
Read MoreWith a third of Brits opting for a staycation this year, families should look out these most stunning hidden beaches in the country to travel to this summer. Motoring experts at LeaseCar.uk have named the seven prettiest hidden gem beaches for those seeking to find undiscovered yet beautiful coastlines across the country. With a third (33%) of Brits planning to spend their summer holidays in the UK rather than go abroad this year, experts have researched unique beaches across the country. There are many picture-perfect beaches where Brits can avoid the hordes of tourists and escape the crowds. With striking sand landscapes, ancient dunes and turquoise waters, many remain undiscovered making the perfect spot on a sweltering summer day. Lantic Bay, a coastal spot in Cornwall, is...
Read MoreTravelling to Britain! These are the best places to witness a stunning sunset across the UK, from London to Northern Ireland. The motoring experts at LeaseCar.uk have revealed nine UK hotspots for sunset-lovers looking to travel this summer. Social media is filled with pictures of amber skies, as Brits travel far and wide to get a glimpse of the best sunsets. Primrose Hill in London, Blackstone Edge in Ripponden and Stanage Edge in the Peak District have been named among the list of desirable spots to visit. Tim Alcock, expert at LeaseCar.uk, said: “Sunsets are a spectacle and something so many of us love to see. Many sunset lovers have taken to social media to share pictures of their most picturesque finds. There are a few spots across the UK where sunset-spotting is even more ...
Read MoreWhile visiting Britain you can visit Regency Gardens around the UK to feel like you are stepping into the world of Bridgerton. With the Bridgerton garden being a big hit at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show this year, green-thumbed experts at GardeningExpress.co.uk have named seven more beautiful Georgian period gardens TV fans can visit. Bridgerton is set in the early 1800s, known as the Regency era when the garden landscapes were full of extravagant water features, topiaries and bright flower displays. Flowering shrubs, lakes, temples and follies are also considered characteristic of gardens from the Georgian period. The British aristocracy enjoyed going on walks and hosting parties in these gardens which explains their grandeur. There are several country estates across the UK that ...
Read MoreBridgerton fans looking forward to the launch of the new season this month can look forward to regal filming locations they can visit. Travel experts from Quotezone.co.uk have researched five hotspots from around the United Kingdom for lovers of the regency-era hit, out on the 16th May. The first season of the Netflix drama ranked number one in 83 countries including the US, UK and India, and was watched by over 82 million households worldwide. Fans of the popular drama can visit iconic locations from the series across the UK, including Hatfield House, where the interior shots of Penelope's home are filmed. Other sights featured in the next series include the Bridgerton family home, filmed in a Palladian-style mansion in Greenwich, London, called Rangers House. Travel insurance ...
Read MoreAustrian duo complete a historic wingsuit flight along London's River Thames Two Austrian skydivers, Marco Fürst and Marco Waltenspiel, accomplished a remarkable feat by becoming the first individuals to successfully navigate a wingsuit flight through London's iconic landmark, Tower Bridge. Marco Fuerst and Marco Waltenspiel of Austria fly through Tower Bridge in London, Great Britain on May 12, 2024. Photo: Joerg Mitter / Red Bull Content Pool Precision Navigation: After leaping from a Helicopter, the pair descended from an altitude of 3,000ft and flew across the River Thames 35m above the water between the bridge towers. High-Speed Flight: Reaching a top speed of 246 km/h, they completed the jump and landed safely within 45 seconds. Expert Execution: After flying through ...
Read MoreCampers planning to sleep under the stars in coming holidays can choose from many scenic and peaceful places in UK to pitch up. Caravan insurance experts at Quotezone.co.uk have named seven sites across the country to pitch up in front of stunning landscapes. Devon boasts some of the best countryside views, with acres of pretty meadows and woodland ideal for those looking to escape to nature. Head to the Lake District to see sunsets and picturesque scenery over the mountains and the chance to go seal spotting in Norfolk. In Scotland, campers pitching up will have incredible views over stunning lochs whilst in Yorkshire the local scenery overlooks quaint coastal villages. Greg Wilson, CEO and price comparison expert at Quotezone.co.uk said: “Now the temperatures have started to r...
Read MoreThe airline is offering special treats and bespoke dishes in its lounges at London Heathrow and adding a variety of special touches to its onboard experience, including sweet desserts for Diwali British Airways has introduced a variety of special touches to its onboard experience this month, including a range of sweet desserts for Diwali for customers travelling across its network. To celebrate the festival of lights on November 12, the airline is introducing festive desserts for customers across all cabins on outbound and inbound long-haul flights to India. The airline’s customers travelling in Club World (business class) from London Heathrow to India will be able to enjoy Rasmalai, a popular sweet delicacy, originating from eastern India. Those travelling in Worl...
Read MoreBritain’s most famous tree at Sycamore Gap felled in ‘deliberate act of vandalism’
Britain's Sycamore Gap tree, a much-loved landmark whose dramatic silhouette featured in a Hollywood movie and was photographed by tourists from around the world, was cut down overnight in what police called a "deliberate act of vandalism". Police said they had arrested a 16-year old male in connection with the felling of the statuesque sycamore in northern England, which is set in a natural dip in the otherwise treeless, sweeping landscape alongside Roman landmark Hadrian's Wall. General view of the Sycamore Gap tree that was felled, in Northumberland, Britain, September 28, 2023. REUTERS/Lee Smith Thousands of visitors each year walk along Hadrian’s Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that guarded the Roman Empire’s northwestern frontier. It was also known as the 'Robin Hood ...
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