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This is the essential tour for Harry Potter fans. Spend a day discovering the sites of Oxford associated with the Harry Potter movies. See Christ Church College which inspired the Great Hall of Hogwarts, and learn behind-the-scenes secrets about the Harry Potter actors, and J. K. Rowling.

NOTICE: On any dates when Divinity school is closed, the tour will instead visit New college film site at an extra cost to pay of £5 per person on the day. How does studying at Oxford University compare with studying at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry? Fun tour for Muggles of all ages. Guide will cater the tour according to everyone's interests, introducing also Oxford heritage.  Calling all fans of the world’s favourite wizard, this Oxford walking tour takes you to recognizable locations of the Harry Potter films. During this family-friendly tour, see the grand buildings of Oxford University and see inside the Divinity School—which featured as the infirmary & classroom space in Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Learn of other literary legends that attended Oxford University. Tour includes entry worth £3 per person inside the Divinity school at the Bodleian Library. Tour lasts average 90 minutes.

In addition, St. George's Chapel is accessible as part of your ticket. Ten kings, including Henry VIII and Charles I, are buried here, making it one of England's most exquisite religious structures. Discover Windsor Castle, Queen Elizabeth II's preferred weekend residence. You will discover the history of the Castle, tour the State Apartments, and be in awe of the royal collection's priceless artifacts during your stay. St. George's Chapel is another thing you'll see. * Discover Windsor Castle, the world's oldest and largest occupied castle. * Visit the beautiful State Apartments, which are decorated with some of the most exquisite pieces in the royal collection. * View St. George's Chapel, where King Henry VIII is interred. * There is a lot to see and do at Windsor Castle, so please allow enough time to make the most of your visit * Access to St. George's Chapel (except on Sundays)

Winchester is one of England’s most historic cathedral cities, and the perfect place to explore some of the country’s most famous legends. Meet Henry VIII, Oliver Cromwell and William the Conqueror on a journey through Winchester’s ancient streets, and learn about the city’s literary heroes including Jane Austen, Keats and Thomas Hardy. Hear stories about King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, and enjoy the Medieval architecture on a tour that’s like stepping back in time.

In the heart of the Oxfordshire countryside, Bicester Village houses over 160 luxury fashion and lifestyle boutiques, offering savings of up to 60% on brands including Mulberry, Smythson, Vivienne Westwood, and Manolo Blahnik. Enjoy exclusive reserved parking, a pass with a 10% extra saving in participating boutiques, and a refreshment voucher and gift card combo worth more than you paid. Choose between VIP and luxury packages.

Explore Windsor by land and sea on a 1-hour duck tour of the historic town. Depending on whether you want to spend more time on the road or in the river, you’ll choose from two different tours. Tick off top attractions such as Windsor Castle, Royal Mews, and Long Walk & Crown Estate, before plunging into the Thames River for a cruise. Throughout the tour, listen to history-rich commentary from your guide.

Feast your eyes and fill your camera roll with postcard-perfect English countryside on this private tour of the Cotswolds’ most adorable villages. There’s no need to stress about left-side driving or worry about parking, which can be challenging, especially in high season. Simply meet your private driver/guide at the pickup point of your choice and soak up delights such as Bourton on the Water, Chipping Campden and Stow-on-the-Wold.

Stroll the streets of historic Oxford and hit the perfect Instagram spots too on this self-guided audio walking tour, narrated by a historian. See iconic sights like the Bridge of Sighs, the Bodleian Library, the Sheldonian Theatre, and Radcliffe Square, as well as a wealth of historic colleges. You can download the tour in advance, meaning Wi-Fi is not required, but GPS access still works.

Delve deeper into the Cotswolds and Stratford-upon-Avon than you could independently in a day on this small-group tour from Oxford. With a driver-guide and minivan transport to free you from travel hassles, you can simply enjoy the scenery on route to Stratford. After a guided walk and optional visit to Shakespeare’s birthplace, criss-cross through the Cotswolds, dipping into stone villages along the way.

Fans of fantasy books won’t want to miss this 1.5-hour tour of Christ Church College, the setting and inspiration behind novels such as Alice and Wonderland and Harry Potter. By booking your ticket in advance, you’ll avoid the long lines outside of the prestigious Oxford University building, home to the Bodleian Library and adjoining Divinity School. Visit recognizable filming sites and learn about Lewis Carroll’s time at England’s oldest university.

Walk in the footsteps of two of the most famous authors from Oxford: CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien. Learn about the authors’ lives and works as you walk around past key sites in their lives, including Exeter College (where Tolkien studied), University Church (where Lewis preached) and the Eagle & Child Pub (where the two met weekly as part of The Inklings).

Awaken your senses and enter the mysterious world of Paradox Place—an attraction that’s full of optical illusions and interactive exhibits. Save time waiting in long ticket lines at this popular attraction, and secure a preferred time slot in advance by prebooking admission. Then, once you arrive, enjoy plenty of time to walk around, take photos, and discover surprises around every corner.

Are you looking for a way to see Lewes without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable audio tour. • Learn what “Lewesians won’t be druv” means, and the stories behind the buildings within this middle-class market town • Hear from producer Ian Runcie who created a website to share walks in and around Lewes • Do it all in 40 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline. Please note that this is a hilly walk.

Discover one of England’s most distinctive museums—and enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace—when you book advance tickets to the National Museum of Computing. Located at Bletchley Park, where Alan Turing and others participated in boundary-breaking computing and code-breaking work during World War II, the museum includes the world’s largest collection of working historic computers. Browse the wide-ranging exhibits, and learn more from on-site volunteers.

Immerse yourself in the literary worlds created by Philip Pullman on this guided walking tour around Oxford. Endorsed by the author himself, let a guide lead you around to the places that inspired several of his books and series, including “Bodley’s Library,” “Jordan College, the Covered Market and the Pitts River Museum.

Filled with beachside bars, cocktail clubs, and character-full pubs, Brighton has a nightlife scene that matches its diverse city culture. If you’re new to the city, then head out on this Brighton bar crawl to discover the city’s go-to drinking dens and meet likeminded revelers at the same time. Speedy entry to select venues, discounted drinks, and up to five free shots are included. A pro photographer will also tag along to capture your night out on camera.

Explore the best sights of Cheltenham at your own pace with this flexible, self-guided audio tour. See sights like the Royal Crescent, Neptune Garden, Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square and Gardens, and more. Includes convenient turn-by-turn directions and maps, and automatic GPS playback, which can all be used offline.

It is not completely unexpected to find that the world sets its time by Greenwich and not by Geneva. Whilst Geneva and Switzerland may be producing the vast majority of luxury wristwatches today, this certainly wasn’t always the case. In 1800 half of the world's watches, around 200,000 pieces a year, were produced on British shores by British watchmakers, which is an incredible statistic. Another wonderful statistic is that probably over 60-70% of the innovation in a modern-day mechanical watch has come from Britain, including every major escapement design. Bremont's mission has always been to play a part in bringing back watchmaking to British shores. By having a tour of the Bremont Manufacturing and Technology Centre, you are experiencing the cutting edge of the watchmaking industry as well as the reinvigoration of a lost industry on British soil.

If you’re new to Brighton’s nightlife scene, get acquainted with the city’s famous bars and clubs on a student bar crawl, a great choice for young, fun-loving travelers visiting Brighton for the first time. The bar crawl includes a free shot in each of the five venues visited; fast-track entry to some of Brighton’s most popular bars; and budget-friendly drinks deals. Please note, the discounted tour price is only available with a student card.

Save time and money on your family admission to the National Museum of Computing in Milton Keynes. This family ticket for two adults and three children (under the age of 16) gives access to the museum’s collection of working historic computers—believed to be the largest in the world. Just book your ticket online, then head inside to browse artifacts and chat with the on-site guides.

With a guide, you'll visit the Divinity School film site at the Bodleian Library. Ponder how studying at Oxford University compares to being a student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, and learn a bit about Oxford's history as your guide tailors the tour to the interests of everyone in your group.

Are you looking for a way to see Oxford without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Discover why Oxford’s time is 5 minutes behind the rest of the country and find out why students are forbidden from jumping into the River Cherwell • Hear from producer Ian Grover, a licensed tour guide who’s produced a number of popular VoiceMap tours • Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Schedule your own private photo shoot with a professional photographer at the stunning Lavander fields less than an hour away from London. Ideal for couples, families, and solo travellers, your photographer captures you with the incredible main displays of organic lavender fields, followed by enjoying lavender cream teas and delicious ice-cream. Document your time in the fabulous fields of lavender this summer with a professional photographer. Edited photo collection is provided online within 48 hours