Celia Brooks is a passionate cook, food writer & TV chef, committed to inspiring others in the kitchen, through her writing, demonstrations & TV appearances. Everything she does is about inspiring people to appreciate good food. All of Celia's Gastrotours are a unique opportunity to join her for an insider's view of London's vibrant culinary hotspots. She has specially designed each day to be bursting at the seams with exclusive food & wine tastings & encounters with passionate foodies & producers: a chance to discover new tastes, rediscover old ones, & to acquire knowledge about food & wine through all your senses. You can choose between two different tours, either Portobello Road or Covent Garden. Portobello Road is known as one of the funkiest street markets in London, but few are aware of the inspiring culinary secrets peppered throughout this famous neighbourhood. You'll taste your way around the area, including tapas, fine hams, cheeses & olives, & samples from artisan market stalls. Enjoy discovering culinary treasures like exotic herbs & spices, tasting premium naturally reared British meats, & savouring a cheese & wine-matching experience at the best local vintner. The day concludes with a special tasting & demonstration in the kitchen of a unique chocolate boutique. While in Covent Garden Celia will escort you through the tourist mayhem to uncover the neighbourhood's true foodie gems. You'll be treated to a host of treats, including a sampling of the hippest new superfoods, English cheeses, Egyptian street food, surprise tastings from the Real Food Market & more, all peppered with stories about the neighbourhood's fascinating history. A unique Italian wine tasting with "ciccette" (Italian tapas) completes this varied & colourful foodie experience in the heart of London's West End. All diets can be catered for. ...

Soak up the spooky atmosphere of London at night on the  Thames... where many of London's ghosts walk & shadows lurk. Sail through London's darkest secret history, through royal parks, past haunted houses & into the unknown. You will meet your tour guide in front of the Goddess Diana Statue at the entrance to Green Park in Mayfair where you will begin to explore the deepest & darkest corners of the world's most haunted city during this 2 hour experience.  On this tour, you'll see the most haunted of Royal Parks
- Green Park
- home of one the largest plague pits. Discover the gruesome story behind London's goriest murder at St James' Palace. You'll be able to experience London's most haunted house in Mayfair, with folks dying of fright, to soldiers impaled on the spikes outside. You'll then move onto Westminster, where you'll learn dozens of stories about ghouls that lurk in the Abbey & the Palace of Westminster.  All of which was under water not so long ago.  Speaking of water, you'll then take the Thames Cruise down the river to the Tower of London, where the ghostly theme will continue. As an additional bonus you will also be able to tour some of London’s most iconic sights including: Big Ben, London Eye, Whitehall & Southbank, the National Theatre, Somerset House, OXO Tower, Tate Modern, Shakespeare’s Globe, Millennium Bridge, The Golden Hinde, Southwark Cathedral, London Bridge, Old Billingsgate, HMS Belfast, City Hall, Tower Bridge & Tower of London. Please note, you may have to pay for the tube.

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Soak up the spooky atmosphere of London at night on the  Thames... where many of London's ghosts walk & shadows lurk. Sail through London's darkest secret history, through royal parks, past haunted houses & into the unknown. You will meet your tour guide in front of the Goddess Diana Statue at the entrance to Green Park in Mayfair where you will begin to explore the deepest & darkest corners of the world's most haunted city during this 2 hour experience.  On this tour, you'll see the most haunted of Royal Parks
- Green Park
- home of one the largest plague pits. Discover the gruesome story behind London's goriest murder at St James' Palace. You'll be able to experience London's most haunted house in Mayfair, with folks dying of fright, to soldiers impaled on the spikes outside. You'll then move onto Westminster, where you'll learn dozens of stories about ghouls that lurk in the Abbey & the Palace of Westminster.  All of which was under water not so long ago. Speaking of water, you'll then take the Thames Cruise down the river to the Tower of London, where the ghostly theme will continue. As an additional bonus you will also be able to tour some of London’s most iconic sights including: Big Ben, London Eye, Whitehall & Southbank, the National Theatre, Somerset House, OXO Tower, Tate Modern, Shakespeare’s Globe, Millennium Bridge, The Golden Hinde, Southwark Cathedral, London Bridge, Old Billingsgate, HMS Belfast, City Hall, Tower Bridge & Tower of London. Please note, you may have to pay for the tube.

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This is a fantastic chance to spend a night in central London & see a West End show. The West End is synonymous with theatre: the huge show posters, the drama & excitement of great musicals & plays & of course the bright lights create a real buzz that is unique to this very exciting city. Enjoy theatre at its best with a classic or modern production. Just sit back, relax & take in the show! You will receive top priced seats to one of the following West End shows: 39 Steps Blood Brothers Chicago Dreamboats & Petticoats Grease
- Friday Matinee Only Naked boys singing
- Saturday Evenings only, no matinee Stomp Thriller live We Will Rock you Wicked Woman in Black You will then get to stay the night in a 4-star hotel in the centre of London, either a twin or double room with breakfast included. Please note shows are subject to availability, & for a full list of shows available in this offer, please check on booking.

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This is a fantastic chance to spend a night in central London & see a West End show. The shows that are currently available are as follows: All for Friday evening, 39 Steps Blood Brothers Chicago Dreamboats & Petticoats Stomp Thriller Live We Will rock You Wicked Woman In Black You will then get to stay the night in a 3-star hotel in the centre of London, either a twin or double room with continental breakfast included. Please note shows are subject to availability, & for a full list of shows available in this offer, please check on booking. ...

have an amazing day of family fun & city sightseeing with this brilliant package combining entrance to kidzania with a hop-on hop-off bus tour around london.plan your own fantastic day out in london with a hop-on hop-off london bus tour. with over 60 stops across the capital & six diverse routes to choose from, sightseeing in london has never been easier or given you more choice! you’ll always know where you are by listening to our entertaining on-board commentary & with stops near attractions including buckingham palace, tower of london, london eye & st. paul’s cathedral, you’re guaranteed the full london sightseeing experience! highlights:- four hour experience at kidzania- one day hop-on hop-off bus ticket that can only be used on one calendar day- free wi-fi on all open top buses ...

London, the UK capital & one of the most visited cities awaits you to discover its world renowned entertainment & culture.   Shop till you drop in luxury designer boutiques on Oxford Street, Bond Street or visit iconic landmarks like Big Ben & Tower Bridge. Explore magnificent museums steeped in history, such as the Natural History museum or if you are an art connoisseur, you could visit the Tate Modern gallery.  Alternatively, you could take in a West End show then dine in a Michelin-starred restaurant. You will be spoilt for choice with fun things to do. Escape to London with a friend or family member & enjoy an experience of your choice, plus an overnight stay in a 4* hotel. You may choose to visit London Zoo, admire the view from The Shard or enjoy a leisurely ride on the London Eye, Europe’s tallest Ferris wheel. Alternatively, you could pick from one of the many other experiences available including the Emirates Airline Discover, 24 hour Hop on Hop off Thames River Cruise, London Dungeon, Planet Hollywood Dining, SEALife, Arsenal Emirates Stadium Tour or Chelsea Stadium Tour. After a memorable day, relax & doze off in a comfy bed at the Hilton, Crowne Plaza or similar to reminisce on your day. ...

Steeped in history, Windsor Castle perches proudly on a lush wooded hill overlooking the Thames. Dating back to Norman times, with sweeping landscaped gardens & turreted Round Tower, it's easy to see why it's the Queen's favourite weekend residence. Enjoy a fascinating through-the-keyhole peek at the lavish State Apartments, home to priceless artworks by Rembrandt & Leonardo da Vinci, & visit St. George's Chapel, the atmospheric final resting place of former monarchs including Henry VIII. Departing from Central London, your driver will take you straight to Windsor Castle for an extended visit. Upon arrival at Windsor Castle audio guides are available in different languages. During your tour, you will have entry to Windsor Castle State Apartments, you can visit Queen Mary's Dolls' House, a truly incredible structure complete with working lifts, running water, electricity & wine bottles, all in miniature! Plus, visit St George's Chapel. Please note that this tour is unescorted, you will spend Approx. 2 hours in Windsor Castle & St. George's Chapel is closed to visitors on Sundays as services are held throughout the day. This is a one-night stay for two people, including breakfast at a premium London hotel.

Includes:: Simply Windsor Castle Afternoon Tour & return transportation in luxury air-conditioned vehicle. Tours depart daily for two London pick up points. You will need to make you own transport arrangements from the hotel to the pickup & drop off points. Victoria
- departure time 1.30pm Kensington
- departure 1:45pm Returning to Gloucester Road Tube Station at Approx. 6.30pm. The hotel choice will depend on availability & when you wish to book, hotels included are Double Tree by Hilton London Ealing, Double Tree by Hilton London Docklands Riverside or similar. Full details will be given upon booking.



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This is a fun filled short break in the capital with a full-on, adrenaline-fuelled ride of your life on a tip-top RIB jet boat. The skippers will show you just what these babies will do so you'd better be ready for some serious waterborne action. These rides deliver top sights & the ultimate high-speed speedboat experience on the Thames. There are two experiences to choose from: Thames rush, which starts at Westminster Pier, heads down-river on the riverside landmarks, then as we pass beyond Tower Bridge it's full on pedal to the metal. Thames max, which also starts at Westminster but then after Tower Bridge takes you for a full-on blast to the Thames Barrier, though you do slow momentarily as you pass Greenwich for you to catch your breath & take in the view! This is a one-night stay for two people, including breakfast at a premium London hotel & tickets for a high speed Thamesjet experience. Your Thamesjet RIB boat experience departs & returns to Westminster Pier ...

How would you like to learn how to take stunning photographs, using some of London’s main tourist attractions as your subjects? ...