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ARUNDEL Castle in West Sussex has re-opened to visitors; promising a thrilling events calendar for the 2014 season alongside 40 acres of stunning grounds and gardens and a wealth of historical treasures. Visitors can enjoy a host of events at the Castle, with new offerings for 2014 including Life in a Medieval Castle, taking place on August 16-17.…

Win the ultimate day out – your…

DRAYTON Manor Theme Park has launched a competition for one lucky family to win the chance to enjoy the whole of the Thomas Land attraction with up to 40 of their guests. After the winning family has enjoyed a night in one of the Thomas and Friends themed rooms at the Drayton Manor Hotel, the prize will begin with a continental character breakfast…

Tourism minister launches Kent…

TOURISM minister Helen Grant launched the Kent Big Weekend and English Tourism Week during a visit to the Kent Life family attraction. Mrs Grant, MP for Maidstone and The Weald, met Amanda Cottrell, chairman of Visit Kent which organises the Kent Big Weekend, and John McDonald, director of the Family Holiday Association. Visit Kent received more than…

Spinnaker Tower hosts familiarisation…

SPINNAKER Tower has welcomed a group of UK Inbound operators as part of a UK Inbound and Tourism South East Discover Hampshire workshop and familiarisation trip. Pictured are new business co-ordinator for Spinnaker Tower Jane Chivers, marketing manager for Spinnaker Tower, Jenny Nolan, groups sales manager for Continuum Group, Elizabeth Mounser, Flavia…

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