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Jonathan Larson's seminal musical Rent is returning to the West End with Stranger Things royalty at its helm.

Gaten Matarazzo, best known as beloved character Dustin Henderson in the sci-fi Netflix series, will be making his West End debut as Mark at the Duke of York’s Theatre this September. 

Matarazzo already has a lengthy list of stage appearances under his belt, such as starring in Sweeney Todd at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on Broadway.

His character Mark is an aspiring filmmaker that sits at the centre of the musical, all about a group of impoverished young artists struggling to survive and and find love in 1990s New York City's East Village while living under the strain of the HIV/AIDS crisis.

This latest run is celebrating 30 years since the musical premiered on Broadway. Which famously hit the stage just days after Larson died of a sudden aortic aneurysm in January 1996.

After its launch, the rock opera skyrocketed to success and became known as Larson's best show, surpassing previous works such as Tick, Tick... BOOM!

Following the announcement, producers Chris Harper and Sonia Friedman said today: “We are absolutely delighted to be bringing Rent back to the West End in this bold new production. We were completely exhilarated when we first saw Luke Sheppard’s staging at the Hope Mill Theatre in 2020 – it felt immediate, emotional and utterly alive.

"Jonathan Larson’s musical remains as powerful and resonant as ever, and Luke has found a way to honour its legacy while making it feel thrillingly fresh for today’s audiences. We cannot wait to share this production and all that we have planned for it. It promises to be a truly special theatrical event.”

While Luke Sheppard, director of Paddington the Musical, said: “It's an honour to be bringing Rent into the West End for its 30th anniversary year, and a personal privilege to return to Jonathan Larson's extraordinary musical. Directing the show at the Hope Mill Theatre was a transformative experience and we were overwhelmed by the audience response.

"The opportunity to reimagine that production on a larger scale is a dream come true, bringing West End audiences up close to the heartfelt emotion and raw energy that powers this seminal musical. This is Rent in the hands of a new generation of performers who love and adore this piece, and with Gaten Matarazzo playing Mark, it promises to be a thrilling experience.”

Tickets for Rent go on sale today (Tuesday 19 May).

Buy Rent tickets at ATG Tickets

Buy Rent tickets at LOVETheatre

Rent will run at Duke of York’s Theatre from 26 September 2026 with an opening night on 8 October 2026.

Tickets go on sale on 19 May 2026 at 12pm (noon).

It's been confirmed that 10,000 tickets available at £35 and under.

You can find tickets at ATG and LOVETheatre starting at £20.

Buy Rent tickets at ATG Tickets

Buy Rent tickets at LOVETheatre

You can also find our full guide to the best West End shows.

From Girls Aloud to Spice Girls, Sugababes, Destiny's Child and more, it's clear that the world loves a girl group.

And judging by the huge success of new international girl group KATSEYE , this love is still going strong.

KATSEYE were formed in 2023 thanks to the reality TV series Dream Academy, where singers competed to become a part of pop's buzziest new girl group owned by Hybe and Geffen Records.

The successful six, Daniela, Lara, Manon, Megan, Sophia and Yoonchae, have skyrocketed to fame since, performing at the Grammys and starring in a now iconic ad for Gap.

Later this year, the group will be embarking on the WILDWORLD tour, which includes two UK dates. Here's how you can get tickets to see KATSEYE today.

• Buy KATSEYE tickets at Ticketmaster
• Buy KATSEYE tickets at Live Nation

For more live music in 2026, here are the best UK tours and concerts. 

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• How to get KATSEYE UK tour tickets 2026

You can catch KATSEYE at two UK venues this year:

• 3 Sep 2026 — London, The O2
• 6 Sep 2026 — Manchester, Co-op Live

The group will also be heading to Dublin:

• 1 Sep 2026 — Dublin, 3Arena

General sale tickets will go live at 3pm on Thursday 21 May. 

• Buy KATSEYE tickets at Ticketmaster
• Buy KATSEYE tickets at Live Nation

There are a number of pre-sales going live earlier in the week. If you're eligible for any of these pre-sales, we'd recommend making use of them, as demand for general sale tickets will be extremely high.

• Co-op pre-sale (from 10am on Monday 18 May until 10am on Wednesday 20 May): Manchester
• Priority from O2 pre-sale (from 10am on Monday 18 May until 10am on Wednesday 20 May): Manchester
• EYEKONS pre-sale (from 11am on Wednesday 20 May until 2pm on Wednesday 20 May): London, Manchester
• KATSEYE.WORLD pre-sale (from 3pm on Wednesday 20 May until 10pm on Wednesday 20 May): Manchester, London
• Album pre-order pre-sale (from 3pm on Wednesday 20 May until 10pm on Wednesday 20 May): London, Manchester

• Buy KATSEYE tickets at Ticketmaster
• Buy KATSEYE tickets at Live Nation

Yes! Hospitality tickets for KATSEYE's Manchester show are available to purchase at Seat Unique, with prices still to be confirmed.

While they come at a higher price point, hospitality packages are a great way of ensuring you get your hands on tickets for shows that are in ultra-high demand.

Plus, hospitality tickets come with a whole range of benefits depending on the package you choose. These can include things like private suites, premium seating and food and drink.

Buy KATSEYE hospitality tickets at Seat Unique

Much has been said about band member Manon's departure from the group earlier this year.

In February, it was revealed that Manon would be taking a hiatus from KATSEYE to focus on her health and wellbeing, according to statements released by her management team, as well as HYBE and Geffen Records.

While many fans have hoped to see her return to the stage soon, this doesn't look likely for the 2026 tour. She did not perform with the group at Coachella or Lollapalooza, and promotional imagery for the tour on Ticketmaster and Live Nation features only the other five KATSEYE members.

• Buy KATSEYE tickets at Ticketmaster
• Buy KATSEYE tickets at Live Nation

As this is KATSEYE's first-ever UK tour, tickets are set to be in very high demand.

Be sure to get online at least 30 minutes before tickets go on sale in order to beat the Ticketmaster queue. You should also have your Ticketmaster login details to hand to avoid any potential delays at checkout.

Tickets are also available for the London O2 show at AXS, where demand may be slightly lower.

• Buy KATSEYE tickets at Ticketmaster
• Buy KATSEYE tickets at Live Nation

Fancy more live entertainment this year? Here's how you can see Gaten Matarazzo in the West End revival of Rent, as well as how to get tickets to the Trainspotting the Musical UK tour. 

The League Two Play-off Final is nearly upon us. Very soon, one lucky fanbase will have the chance to see their team win gold, glory, plus progression into the third tier of English football – but who will it be?

Last year, AFC Wimbledon took the win from Walsall after a nail-biting final. The London-based team then jumped up to League One alongside the other table toppers: Doncaster, Port Vale and Bradford City.

This year, it’s Bromley, Milton Keynes Dons and Cambridge United who have won the day, coming top three after intense matches in the 2025/6 League Two season. But after 25 May, one more team will be joining them.

The final two teams in the running are Notts County and Salford City.

Want to be there to cheer your team on? Here’s how you can get your hands on tickets.

• Buy League Two Play-off Final tickets at P1 Travel
• Buy League Two Play-off Final tickets at Seat Unique
• Buy League Two Play-off Final tickets at Events Hospitality

Hungry for more? Here's how to get Champions League Final tickets, as well as Gallagher Prem Rugby Final 2026 tickets. 

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The League Two Play-off Final contenders have now been confirmed: Notts County vs Salford City.

Unlike the tiers above, it’s the top three teams in League Two that automatically make it into League One, while fourth to seventh place must battle it out for that last spot in the play-offs.

So far this year, Bromley, Milton Keynes Dons and Cambridge United are already confirmed to have made it to League One, while Salford City and Notts County are battling it out for the coveted final spot.

The League Two season will culminate at the end of May as part of one of the best weekends in the football calendar: with the League One play-offs and the final day of the Premier League also taking place. Here’s the date:

• 25th May 2026 – Wembley Stadium

Kick off will be at 3pm.

The showdown between the final two teams will take place at the ‘home of football’, Wembley Stadium.

If you’re new to the venue, you’ll need to get there via one of three stations: Wembley Park, Wembley Stadium Station and Wembley Central.

Wembley Park is available on the Jubilee and Metropolitan lines, Wembley Stadium Station is accessible via Chiltern Railways (just one stop from London Marylebone), and Wembley Central is available on the Bakerloo and Overground lines, as well as Southern and West Midlands rail.

As with the other play-off finals, most tickets will come from the two competing clubs and it’s up to them to decide how spaces are distributed.

If you have a season ticket, or are considered a ‘loyal fan’, then you’re likely to be higher up the pecking order than if you’re new to the team.

However, tickets tend to go quickly, so you may have to consider other methods such as hospitality or re-sale sites. In this scenario we’d recommend looking at P1 Travel.

• Buy League Two Play-off Final tickets at P1 Travel
• Buy League Two Play-off Final tickets at Seat Unique
• Buy League Two Play-off Final tickets at Events Hospitality

Last year’s standard prices ranged from around £27 to around £65 depending on where you sat, so we’d expect this year’s to be similar.

However as we’ve said, if you opt for re-sale or hospitality tickets you’re going to be paying a lot more, right now prices start at €399 per person at P1Travel, while at Seat Unique, the cheapest ticket is £499.

While hospitality tickets do come at a higher price point, they're a great way of getting your hands on tickets that are high in demand. Plus, you get all sorts of included benefits, such as premium seating and food and drink.

• Buy League Two Play-off Final tickets at P1 Travel
• Buy League Two Play-off Final tickets at Seat Unique
• Buy League Two Play-off Final tickets at Events Hospitality

For more live sport, take a look at how to get AEW Dynamite and Collision tickets. 

Coventry City and Ipswich Town have scored their place in the Premier League next season, but who will join them? That's all to fight for in this year's Championship Play-off Final.

After 46 rounds, 24 clubs have gone toe-to-toe for the chance of stepping out onto the hallowed turf of Wembley Stadium this May and winning the "richest prize in football".

Last year's final was a tense affair, with Sunderland pulling 2-1 ahead of Sheffield United after a last-minute extra-time goal.

This year, we can only expect more action and drama, and we now know it's between Hull and Southampton after a tense final round.

Here's everything you need to know about tickets.

• Buy Championship Play-off Final tickets at Seat Unique
• Buy Championship Play-off Final tickets at P1 Travel

You can also check out how to get FA Cup Final tickets and Women's FA Cup Final tickets. Plus, check out how to get Paddington the Musical tickets.

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• How much do Championship Play-off Final tickets cost?

This year's Championship Play-off Final is set for Saturday 23 May 2026 – the week after FA Cup Final weekend and just before the League One and League Two Play-offs.

As usual, the Championship Play-off Final will take place under the historic arch of Wembley Stadium.

If it's your first time travelling there, you can get there via three stations: Wembley Park, Wembley Stadium Station and Wembley Central.

Wembley Park is available on the Jubilee and Metropolitan lines, Wembley Stadium Station is accessible via Chiltern Railways (just one stop from London Marylebone), and Wembley Central is available on the Bakerloo and Overground lines, as well as Southern and West Midlands rail, so you’re spoilt for choice of routes.

We now know the Play-off Final will come down to Southampton vs Hull.

Dubbed the "richest prize in football" clubs often earn around £170 million in revenue after winning Championship Play-off Final, although this of course can be affected by club spending and transfer fees.

Tickets to the play-off finals are mainly sold through the websites of the competing clubs. Be aware that priority access will likely be given to season ticket holders or 'loyal fans' who have attended multiple fixtures.

If you miss out on this, we’d suggest looking first at hospitality tickets like P1 Travel or Seat Unique. These packages are always more expensive than regular tickets, however they guarantee you a prime spot in the stands and you get extra perks such as food and drink access.

• Buy Championship Play-off Final tickets at Seat Unique
• Buy Championship Play-off Final tickets at P1 Travel

Last year’s base prices started at around £18 for concessions and £36 for adults.

Then, if it’s hospitality you’re after, Club Wembley and P1 Travel provide packages that cost anywhere from £800, however these come with additional food and drink, parking, and sometimes the option to meet previous club legends.

• Buy Championship Play-off Final tickets at Seat Unique
• Buy Championship Play-off Final tickets at P1 Travel

For more of this year's biggest sporting events, here's how to get Wimbledon 2026 tickets., as well as last-minute League Two Final tickets. 

Lincoln City and Cardiff City have earned a spot in the Championship next season, so with just a few matches left it's time to start looking at the League One Play-off Final.

With the league table now sorted, we now know the play-off final will come down to Bolton vs Stockport.

Last year Charlton won the play-off final 1–0 against London rivals Leyton Orient, so it's time to see who will join them.

Here's everything you need to know for how to get tickets.

Buy League One play-off Final hospitality tickets at Seat Unique

Plus, here's how to get last-minute League Two Final tickets.

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The League One play-off Final will kick off on Sunday 24 May, the day after the Championship Play-off Final.

All professional football finals, from the Premier League to League Two, are played at the neutral ground of Wembley Stadium. As the home of English football, this gives fans a truly special – and sometimes once in a lifetime – experience.

To get there, you can take your pick of three tube stations: Wembley Park, Wembley Stadium Station and Wembley Central.

We now know the League One Play-off Final will come down to Bolton vs Stockport.

As with the Championship Play-Off Final and League Two Final, tickets will mainly be sold by their respective clubs.

It’s up to the clubs to decide how tickets are sold and distributed, although it’s pretty likely that priority access will likely be given to season ticket holders or 'loyal fans' who have proof that they attended multiple fixtures.

Alternatively, you can book a hospitality space through Seat Unique. Be aware that these seats are going to be more expensive, but they’ll come with exclusive food and drink access, a great view of the action, and sometimes the chance to meet a few legends of the sport.

Buy League One play-off Final hospitality tickets at Seat Unique

Tickets sold through the clubs cost anywhere between £20 and £80, so grab one quick if you want to guarantee a good price.

As we’ve already said, hospitality tickets are a bigger expense, starting at £499. However, this may change closer to the final, so we’ll be sure to keep you updated.

You can also check out how to get FA Cup Final tickets and Women's FA Cup Final tickets. Plus, check out how to get Paddington the Musical tickets.

The Chelsea Flower Show is the uncontested highlight of the horticultural season and it's officially underway.

Every year, more than 160,000 people pour in to the grounds of the Chelsea Royal Hospital and file past exhibits which showcase the very latest trends in floristry and gardening.

Having been held since 1913 the festival is considered a must-see for both gardening enthusiasts and casual London tourists – as long as they can get a ticket that is.

Below, we've outlined exactly how to get tickets to this year's Chelsea Flower Show, as well as how much a space costs, so let's dig in.

• Buy Chelsea Flower Show tickets at AXS
• Buy Chelsea Flower Show tickets at Seat Unique

If you're a fan of live music, here's how you can get Katseye tickets, as well as Van Morrison tickets. 

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• When is the Chelsea Flower Show 2026?
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• How much are Chelsea Flower Show tickets?

This year's Chelsea Flower Show will run from Tuesday 19th to Saturday 23rd May.

As per usual, the first two days are strictly reserved for RHS members – so Tuesday and Wednesday – and after that, all days are open to the public.    

No tickets are not sold out.

There are plenty of general sale tickets left the show. Otherwise, you can find tickets available on official hospitality website, Seat Unique.

• Buy Chelsea Flower Show tickets at AXS
• Buy Chelsea Flower Show tickets at Seat Unique

Right now, you can still buy general sale tickets through the official Chelsea Flower Show page on AXS.

Otherwise, you can find hospitality tickets at official partner Seat Unique. These tickets are far more expensive than the normal entry but they do have plenty of availability and they get you extra perks. This includes access to several lounges and restaurants around the venue as well as afternoon teas and exclusive foraging and planting experiences.

• Buy Chelsea Flower Show tickets at AXS
• Buy Chelsea Flower Show tickets at Seat Unique

The remaining Chelsea Flower Show tickets start at £114 for an all-day pass on the Saturday, and £137 for Thursday and Friday.

Otherwise, hospitality packages start at £649, however they go up to £996 depending on the day you pick.

Take a look at our full guide of the best uk concerts and tours.

For actors who want to stray into the world of theatre, there surely is some sort of checklist out there featuring the items: Shakespeare, the RSC, working with a legend.

Well for Bridgerton star Ruby Stokes – the former Francesca before Hannah Dodd assumed the role – she's ticking off all three at once.

The actress is currently making her RSC in debut in the Stratford-Upon-Avon run of The Tempest, playing a young Miranda alongside icon of the genre Kenneth Branagh.

"It's mental," she said, in an exclusive chat with Radio Times, "working at the RSC, when I was younger it's all I had hoped and dreamed of. I did panic a bit before we started, because I do understand Shakespeare, but my own sort of little devil in the back of my head got in the front of my head for a hot second, and I had to, you know, shove it back in place".

Reflecting on working with Branagh, who is perhaps best known (Harry Potter aside) for his prolific work in Shakespearean films and productions, she said: "I'm in total admiration of Ken and the way he works.

"He puts in so much pre-work so that when he comes to the room, it's so light and easy and truthful. Ken's Prospero is a man I know. It's a man we all know, it's incredibly grounded and rooted in truth.

"And he's an unbelievably generous actor, that he is constantly giving and offering in the scene. I've asked him, like, so many questions and he's sat down with me, and informed me, and heard my questions, and developed with me."

In the show, Branagh and Stokes play father and daughter, and are the inhabitants of a remote island where a ship's crew wash up.

The role of Miranda is more often seen as a girl full of "compassion, innocence, and wonder," but Stokes said she found herself biting back at that: "She's innocent, but being innocent doesn't make her subservient or less astute.

"She totally acts on instinct and from the heart and she has no preconceived notion to hide her feelings, she's self-assured and front-footed and speaks her mind.

"I'm very drawn to feisty women. So I love her because she hasn't been brought up in this way that women of the time were expected to behave."

This production of The Tempest is running until 20 June in Stratford-upon-Avon directed by Richard Eyre. You can find tickets at the official RSC website.

Make sure you also check out our review of Mundo Pixar and The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular review.

The French Open is nearly here and did you know there's a last-minute way to get tickets?

Set on the iconic Roland Garros courts, this tournament marks 130 years of the French Open, and kick starts the summer tennis season which ultimately ends in Wimbledon.

Although the British grass court season is beloved, the high-stakes and tension of its European counterpart is unmatched – plus it's a perfect excuse to get out of the country in early summer.

Every year, tickets for the event are scarce; therefore, the organisers have introduced a ballot system which has sadly already closed.

However, there is still hope. Whether it's through hospitality or second sales, there are still plenty of ways to grab yourself a seat at this year's tournament, so let's serve up everything you need to know.

• Buy French Open hospitality tickets at P1 Travel

You can also look at how to get Wimbledon tickets, as well as last-minute League Two Final tickets.

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• When is the French Open 2026?
• When did French Open tickets go on sale?
• How to get French Open tickets if you missed the public ballot
• How much do French Open hospitality tickets cost?

The French Open is always second out of the four Grand Slam tennis events in the year, coming after the Australian Open and before Wimbledon. Here's the date for this year's event:

• 18 May – 7 June 2026

The first week is always a practice period, with round one officially kicking off on Sunday 24 May.

The Finals for the Ladies Singles, Ladies Doubles, Men's Singles and Men's Doubles will all be played on Saturday 6 June.

Last year the French Open introduced a new ballot system for tickets, similar to Wimbledon. Entry to the 2026 ballot closed on 17 December 2025.

As with other ticket lotteries, entering the ballot did not guarantee you tickets to the Open. Instead, those whose names were drawn will by notified via e-mail before the end of February 2026.

• Buy French Open hospitality tickets at P1 Travel

If you missed out on the French Open ballot, the other option is hospitality.

You can find official hospitality packages at P1 Travel, which get you guaranteed match tickets and access to Le Pavillon – a VIP lounge which includes souvenirs, complimentary drinks, small bites, and a full gastronomic dinner.

Hospitality tickets obviously cost a lot more than general admission, but if you're desperate to see the tournament or you're looking for a touch of luxury, this is a great option.

• Buy French Open hospitality tickets at P1 Travel

The price of hospitality tickets depend on the days you attend and the matches you see – however, as a rule the packages start much higher than general admission costs.

Last year, the lowest price we saw was £479 for the first few days, but it then went all the way up to £2,598 for the men's final, or £3,932 for a two-day package of the men's and women's finals.

Buy French Open hospitality tickets at P1 Travel

Check out our roundup of the top sporting events of 2026, plus, Carabao Cup Final tickets. Plus, check out the new Winnie the Pooh Royal Mint coin.

We all know Royal Mail are the champions of memorabilia, especially when it comes to musical icons.

Now, the British coin company has released a special Pink Floyd coin to add to Music Legends line-up, joining the likes of The Beatles, Freddie Mercury and the Spice Girls.

The coin commemorates the band's legacy and the iconic design of The Dark Side of the Moon, originally designed by Storm Thorgerson of Hipgnosis and drawn by George Hardie.

A selection of coins will feature the rainbow prism effect, bringing the iconic design to life in full colour.

Rebecca Morgan, Director of Commemorative Coin, The Royal Mint said, "Pink Floyd are one of those truly rare bands whose music and imagery have transcended generations and the moment you see this coin, you know exactly who it celebrates. The iconic prism is instantly recognisable to fans around the world, and Henry Gray has done a remarkable job of bringing it to life with the craft and detail this band deserves. Their influence on music, art and culture is immeasurable, and we're incredibly proud that The Royal Mint can play its part in preserving that legacy forever."

As usual, the coin comes in both colour and monotone and on a range of coin sizes and proofs.

Here's how to buy the new coin today.

Buy Pink Floyd coins at The Royal Mint

For the latest at The Royal Mint, here's how to buy the second Winnie the Pooh coin. Plus, how to get Sadie Sink West End debut tickets.

Here's a breakdown of the different coins and how much they cost:

• £5 Brilliant Uncirculated Coin | £18.50
• £5 Brilliant Uncirculated Colour Coin | £29.50
• 1oz Silver Proof Colour Coin | £170
• Limited Edition Print | £250
• Silver Proof Coin | £325
• 5oz Silver Proof Coin | £787
• 10z Silver Proof Coin | £1672.50
• 1/40oz Gold Proof Coin | £160
• 1/4oz Gold Proof Coin | £1,360
• 10z Gold Proof Coin | £5,320

The new Royal Mint coin went on sale from 9am on Thursday 14 May.

There is currently a lot of hype around the coin with queues to get onto the Royal Mint website. However, right now the queue has gone down and there's plenty of availability yet.

• Buy Pink Floyd coins at The Royal Mint
• Check out Music Legends coins at The Royal Mint

You can also take a look at the best Warwick Castle deals and best London Eye offers. Plus, the Ramses London exhibition r

Arsenal have officially won their slot in the Champions League Final 2026 - their second appearance ever.

Arteta's team earned their place after a slim 1-0 victory against Atlético Madrid in the semi-finals.

The English side will be playing sitting champions Paris Saint-Germain who took the trophy after a legendary 5-0 defeat of Inter Milan last year. Their margin of victory was the largest in any of the main European men's club competitions, with their goal tally only surpassed in one European Cup final by Real Madrid's in 1960.

This year, the final is set for the end of May at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary. Here's everything you need to know about tickets.

• Buy Champions League hospitality tickets at Seat Unique
• Buy Champions League hospitality tickets atP1 Travel

For more live sport, here's how you can get AEW Dynamite & Collision tickets, as well as last-minute League Two Final tickets.

Right now, we're still waiting on the results of the semi-finals between PSG and Bayern Munich, Atlético Madrid and Arsenal.

The Champions League final 2025 will take place on Saturday 30 May, with kick-off at 6pm CET (5pm BST).

The Final will take place at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary. The stadium previously hosted the 2020 UEFA Super Cup, several matches of UEFA Euro 2020, and the 2023 UEFA Europa League final.

If you're looking for flights or hotels, we'd recommend package sites like Expedia or Booking.com.

You can buy tickets to the Champions League final at the official UEFA website. You'll need to create an account to get tickets, and be aware the lower-cost spaces will run low fast.

If you want to add a bit of extra luxury, we'd suggest going for hospitality packages at official sites like Seat Unique, P1 Travel and Events Hospitality. These are likely to go on sale after the second semi-final, although you can still buy semi-final tickets right now.

• Buy Champions League hospitality tickets at Seat Unique
• Buy Champions League hospitality tickets atP1 Travel

Tickets for the Champions League Final cost between €70 and €960. However, as expected, tickets are a lot more expensive as we head nearer towards the final.

Meanwhile, hospitality packages are likely to cost upwards of £800.

Are you a fan of tennis? Be sure to read our Wimbledon tickets and French Open tickets guides.

Following its Scottish debut last year, AEW Dynamite & Collision is returning to Glasgow.

This year, we're expecting to see fan favourite stars take to the ring, as rivalries begin to reach breaking point.

For those unfamiliar, AEW: Dynamite and AEW Collision are essentially the same as WWE's Raw and Smackdown. Dynamite, or Wednesday Night Dynamite, is AEW's flagship programme which began in 2019. Meanwhile Collision followed up in June 2023.

Both shows feature AEW's trademark ferocious, and high-quality wrestling, so you don't want to miss out on their newest live performance.

• Buy AEW Dynamite & Collision tickets at Ticketmaster
• Buy AEW Dynamite & Collision tickets at Live Nation

For more live sporting events, here's how to get Champions League final tickets. 

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The showdown will take place on the following date:

• 26 August 2026 — Glasgow, OVO Hydro Glasgow

General sale tickets went on sale at 10am on Friday 15 May.

• Buy AEW Dynamite & Collision tickets at Ticketmaster
• Buy AEW Dynamite & Collision tickets at Live Nation

General sale begins at 10am on Friday 15 May. If you're worried about missing out, read our tips on how to beat the Ticketmaster queue.

If you want to go see AEW All In in London on 30 August, there are still tickets available too!

• Buy AEW Dynamite & Collision tickets at Ticketmaster
• Buy AEW Dynamite & Collision tickets at Live Nation

For more live entertainment in 2026, here are the best UK concerts and tours in 2026. 

Update: There is still good ticket availability across all five Van Morrison dates.

It's a big week for folk music fans, as the legendary Van Morrison has announced a five-night residency in London.

The Belfast-born singer-songwriter will be performing at British Airways ARC, one of London's newest major venues located in Kensington Olympia. This will be the first residency at the new venue.

Van Morrison last played in the UK capital during BST Hyde Park festival in summer 2025, with his last headline show at the Royal Albert Hall in 2024.

We've put together the ultimate guide to getting your hands on Van Morrison tickets— good luck!

• Buy Van Morrison tickets at AXS
• Buy Van Morrison tickets at Ticketmaster

For more live music in 2026, here are the best UK concerts and tours. 

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Van Morrison will be playing five dates during his 2026 London residency:

• 23 September 2026 — London, British Airways ARC
• 24 September 2026 — London, British Airways ARC
• 27 September 2026 — London, British Airways ARC
• 28 September 2026 — London, British Airways ARC
• 29 September 2026 — London, British Airways ARC

General sale tickets will go live at 9am on Friday 15 May 2026. There are no pre-sales for this event.

• Buy Van Morrison tickets at AXS
• Buy Van Morrison tickets at Ticketmaster

As one of the most admired singer-songwriters of all time, tickets to see Van Morrison are set to be in high demand.

Be sure to get online at least 15 minutes before tickets go on sale in order to beat the Ticketmaster queue.

• Buy Van Morrison tickets at AXS
• Buy Van Morrison tickets at Ticketmaster

If you're after more live entertainment in 2026, here's how you can get DroneArt Show tickets, as well as Trainspotting the musical tickets. 

With another I'm A Celebrity all-stars done and dusted you might be wondering who's next for a jungle return.

Well, very much not among them is former Hollyoaks star Owen Warner, who became a fan favourite in 2022 after coming runner-up to Lioness Jill Scott.

Speaking exclusively to Radio Times about the possibility of his return he said: "I feel like for me, that experience was so raw and so beautiful and so I've not even watched the series back yet because it's just, it's in here and it was so perfect.

"I expected to be one of the first out, so to then come second with Jill Scott, who is the most beautiful soul I've ever met. I don't think I'd ever want to change that."

In any case, Warner is currently taking brand new strides in his career, making his West End and on-stage debut in Agatha Christie's Witness for the Prosecution.

"It is such an honour," he said, "To work with pieces that have stood the test of time and is still so relevant to today. When we sat down and dissected the script, there's so many themes that are so relevant.

"And also I feel like as an actor, doing theatre is the ultimate test of the craft."

The soap star is leading the cast as Leonard Vole, a young man accused of murdering a widow in cold blood to get a hold of her fortune. His fate is teased out throughout the courtroom of the show and the on-stage audience get to decide his verdict of innocent or guilty.

On the subject of his character he said: "You've got to find yourself in every character, and I do relate to Leonard. He's a cheeky chappy and he's got a positive outlook on life and sometimes I'll be in a situation and people around me will be asking 'are worried about that?' And I'm like, 'nah, it'll be all right it'll figure itself out' – that's how he gets in trouble!"

Despite being under the glare of the courtroom for the entire show, and it being his first time in front of a live audience, Warner is surprisingly cool about it. "I don't get nervous, I just get excited. In the jungle, Hollyoaks, all these incredible things I'm fortunate to have done, I've never been nervous. And before I go on stage I just can't wait.

"You're seeing all the faces looking back at you, you're feeling their reaction and you're seeing how your lines are landing. So, there's nothing quite like it."

Since stepping onto stage, Warner has been clear he never wants it to stop: "It is a new world now and there is so much to be learned. It's a whole different side of acting that I've never really explored, but I'm so excited to get into it."

Witness for the Prosecution is a regular sell-out with shows running every Tuesday to Saturday. Tickets start from £16 and if you need convincing to go, read our five-star review.

Witness for the Prosecution is currently booking tickets until October 2026 with shows on every Tuesday to Sunday (matinee performances on Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays).

The show is being held at London’s County Hall on the Southbank. To get there, simply head to Westminster (on the Circle, District and Jubilee line) or Waterloo (Bakerloo, Northern, Waterloo & City and Jubilee line).

Or, if you’re coming from outside of London, you can get Southeastern and South Western rail directly to Waterloo and Waterloo East.

• Buy Witness for the Prosecution tickets at LOVETheatre
• Buy Witness for the Prosecution tickets at TodayTix

Make sure you also check out our review of Mundo Pixar and The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular review.

As a competition known for its huge twists and giant-killing moments, the 2026 FA Cup is definitely on top form.

This weekend, Chelsea and Man City are going head to head in what will be the London team's first FA Cup Final since 2022 and the northern side's fourth final in a row.

Chelsea earned their spot after a 1-0 win over Leeds while Man City secured a 2-1 victory over Southampton.

Last year was unbelievably memorable as Crystal Palace took home the trophy, earning their first piece of major silverware for decades.

Tickets are now available for the FA Cup final. If it's your goal to get them, we're here to help you score.

• Buy FA Cup final tickets at Seat Unique
• Buy FA Cup final tickets at P1 Travel

For more of this year's biggest sporting events, here's how to get Wimbledon 2026 tickets, plus how to buy England cricket tickets. and AEW Dynamite & Collision tickets. 

Sponsored by Seat Unique Elevate your FA Cup experience with Seat Unique There’s nothing quite like the roaring crowd at a footie match to get the blood pumping. But did you know that Seat Unique can help you take things to the next level – even during the FA Cup? From premium seating to private boxes and food and drink, the hospitality packages available at Seat Unique are guaranteed to make your FA Cup experience unforgettable. Hospitality tickets are also typically in less demand than general access tickets, which makes them a great option if you’re finding it difficult to snag tickets to popular matches. Buy FA Cup hospitality tickets at Seat Unique

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The FA Cup final will be held on Saturday 16 May 2026, with kick-off commencing at 4:30pm.

• Buy FA Cup final tickets at Seat Unique
• Buy FA Cup final tickets at P1 Travel

The FA Cup final is hosted every year at the 'Home of Football', Wembley Stadium.

To get to there, you can take your pick of three train stations, all within a 20-minute walk of the stadium. Wembley Park is available on the Jubilee and Metropolitan lines, Wembley Stadium Station is accessible via Chiltern Railways (just one stop from London Marylebone), and Wembley Central is available on the Bakerloo and Overground lines, as well as Southern and West Midlands rail.

National Express is also running coaches to the event from over 50 locations across the UK, and you can head to the National Express website to book your space.

• Buy FA Cup final tickets at Seat Unique
• Buy FA Cup final tickets at P1 Travel

Getting tickets to the FA Cup final is always a tricky affair as the majority of seats will go to Chelsea and Man City fans or season ticket holders.

So for those of you who really don't want to miss the action, we recommend taking a look at hospitality tickets from official partners Seat Unique and P1 Travel.

While these come at a higher price point, there's far less demand for them which means you're more likely to be able to get your hands on a spot. Plus, they include plenty of perks such as premium seating and food and drink.

Despite how soon the match is, tickets are still available at both Seat Unique and P1 Travel.

• Buy FA Cup final tickets at Seat Unique
• Buy FA Cup final tickets at P1 Travel

While ticket prices will vary depending on which teams qualify for the FA Cup final, you're like to be paying in the hundreds for a general access tickets. Tickets for last year's final ranged from £50-£285.

If you’re looking at hospitality or re-sale prices, you’re going to be paying a lot more, so just be aware of your budget before tickets come out. For example, at the time of writing (14 May), tickets at Seat Unique will set you back from £605 for the final, while P1 Travel tickets have been reduced to £455.

• Buy FA Cup final tickets at Seat Unique
• Buy FA Cup final tickets at P1 Travel

For more live sporting events, here's how to get tickets to AEW All In.

We all know, Andrew Lloyd Webber's beloved musical Jesus Christ Superstar is returning to London this summer with Eurovision star Sam Ryder at the helm. The musical revival was first announced in late 2025 and tickets have been selling at lightning speed so, to keep up, the producers have extended the show's run into January 2027.

The show will now move to the Theatre Royal Drury Lane from 16 October to 9 January, following an initial June to September run at the London Palladium.

Producer Michael Harrison said: “The response to Jesus Christ Superstar has been nothing short of phenomenal, with demand for tickets at the London Palladium already breaking all time box office records. In light of this I am delighted to confirm that the production will follow its limited Palladium engagement with a further 12-week season at London’s other great iconic theatre, the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, ensuring many more people have the opportunity to experience the extraordinary Sam Ryder in this legendary musical. I am also extremely proud that this is the first time a Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber musical will have played at the Lane”.

This ticket boom comes off the back of Ryder's acclaimed performance of Gethsemane at the Big Night of Musicals, which is now being released as a single on Saturday 16 May.

Most of the casting for the new run will remain the same with Desmonda Cathabel as Mary Magdalene although we don't yet know who will be playing Judas or Herod. The Palladium stint is seeing five actors share the role: Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Simon Russell Beale, Richard Armitage, Boy George, Layton Williams and Julian Clary, so perhaps a new set will take on this next run.

This latest adaptation comes from the award-winning Regent's Park Open Air Theatre production from 2017, with over 30 cast members involved and direction from Tim Sheader and choreography by Olivier Award-winner Drew McOnie.

Following the original announcement Ryder said: “So excited to be part of one of the biggest institutions in musical theatre the world’s ever known at The London Palladium in the West End! I'm honoured to take on this responsibility as I follow in the footsteps of rock vocal titans like Ian Gillan and John Farnham. I can't wait to immerse myself in the word of Jesus Christ Superstar in 2026.”

The original London production of Jesus Christ Superstar ran for over eight years, making it the longest-running musical in West End history at that time. Made by Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice the story is a retelling of the Last Supper and the Crucifixion from Judas' perspective, featuring the well-known score that includes Heaven on their Minds, I Don't Know How to Love Him and Superstar.

Tickets for the new run are going on sale today, here's what you need to know.

Buy Jesus Christ Superstar tickets at Seatplan

Buy Jesus Christ Superstar tickets at LW Theatres

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Sam Ryder is set to play the big man himself, Jesus in this new production. Anyone who remembers the singer's iconic Eurovision entry Space Man will know how capable he is of hitting the high notes.

Also joining the fully announced cast is Desmonda Cathabel as Mary Magdalene, Tyrone Huntley as Judas and the role of Herod will be split five ways between Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Simon Russell Beale, Richard Armitage, Boy George, Layton Williams and Julian Clary.

The show will run at the London Palladium from 20 June to 5 September 2026.

Before transferring to Theatre Royal Drury Lane from 16 October to 9 January2027.

Tickets for the new run of Jesus Christ Superstar are going on sale today (Thursday 14 May).

Meanwhile, tickets for the Palladium are selling fast and the cheaper seats are quickly disappearing, so we'd recommend checking a range of ticketing sites as some have more allocated seats than others. Right now we'd suggest looking at SeatPlan or LWTheatres.

Buy Jesus Christ Superstar tickets at Seatplan

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Make sure you also check out the news about Sadie Sink's West End debut, plus Black Friday theatre ticket deals. 

Keira Knightley is returning to the stage this autumn to star in a major new adaptation of Oscar-winning drama The Lives of Others.

The Black Doves actress is leading the production alongside Bridgerton's Luke Thompson and Game of Thrones' Stephen Dillane at London's Adelphi Theatre this October.

Set in 80's East Germany, the show is a psychological thriller that centres on the secret surveillance of East Berlin residents by Gerd Wiesler, an agent of the secret police the Stasi.

The synopsis reads: "Listening changes everything. 1984. East Germany. A writer and an actor are placed under state surveillance. From the attic above their apartment, their Stasi man listens for evidence of subversion. But to observe a life is to risk changing your own."

The story was originally brought to life in Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck’s German language film, released in 2006. It won numerous awards including the Oscar for Best International Film and the BAFTA for Best Film Not in the English Language.

Now, it's being brought to the West End with the help of director Robert Icke and producer Sonia Friedman, who said: "I’ve been obsessed with The Lives of Others ever since I first saw it - Florian von Donnersmarck’s exquisite, haunting, and completely masterful film, and there is no one better than Robert Icke to bring this to life onstage. He has this rare ability to combine huge ideas with real emotional truth, and I know he and the company will find a way to realise it that feels both unexpected and completely thrilling.

“Set in East Berlin in 1984 - a world where nothing is private, every word carries consequence, and the state holds power not just over lives, but over thought, speech and imagination itself, this world premiere is a reminder of how fragile those freedoms are, and of the cost and courage required to hold on to them.

“What I love most about it is that it’s both epic and intimate - incredibly beautiful, sad, and deeply moving - and at its heart, it’s an unlikely story about kindness. A story about connection and compassion in the most unexpected places.

“To have a company led by Keira Knightley, Luke Thompson and Stephen Dillane at the Adelphi Theatre this autumn makes it all the more special. And in an extraordinary coup, we’re incredibly excited that Max Richter will be composing new music for the production. Max is one of the great composers of our time, and his work has a depth and emotional truth that has the potential to break our hearts.

“I really can’t wait to share it with audiences.”

• Buy The Lives of Others tickets at LW Theatres
• Buy The Lives of Others tickets at LOVEtheatre

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The Lives of Others is opening at the Adelphi Theatre on 29 October, with previews from the 14 October, and running until 9 January 2027.

Tickets went on sale on 29 April with over 25% of tickets for £35 and under at LW Theatres.

Tickets are also now available to purchase at LOVEtheatre, with prices beginning at £30.

• Buy The Lives of Others tickets at LW Theatres
• Buy The Lives of Others tickets at LOVEtheatre

Here are our round-ups of the best Warwick Castle deals and the best Thorpe Park deals. Plus, Grease the musical UK tour tickets. Plus the Pink Floyd Royal Mint coin.

Danny Boyle’s classic movie Trainspotting is getting new life this summer 30 years after its original release.

The film that reshaped British cinema in the 90s is heading for the West End and on a UK tour for a "seismic and expectation-defying" new musical.

The brand-new show has been written by Trainspotting novel writer Irvine Welsh with Caroline Jay Ranger on board to direct.

The casting has also been announced with Scottish actor Robbie Scott to play Ewan McGregor’s role of Renton,

In the press release Welsh said: "This musical has a bigger, loudly beating human heart than either the book or the film. The various stage adaptations of Trainspotting have become acclaimed and moving theatrical experiences and the soundtrack to the movie is obviously iconic.

"So it made sense to put the music and words together to create an explosive, provocative and entertaining show.

"People need to think about the world we're living in, and we offer that inspection, but they also really need to sing their hearts out and laugh their heads off - it's what being human is all about - and they'll be well served with this too."

We’ve also been teased with the news that “original confrontational and celebratory songs” written by Stephen McGuinness and Irvine Welsh will be joined by some of the films best loved tracks – so expect a bit of Underworld and Iggy Pop.

Trainspotting is considered a phenomenon for its unflinching, non-glorified portrayal of heroin addiction in 1990s Edinburgh. It follows McGregor's character and his friends Sick Boy (Jonny Lee Miller), Begbie (Robert Carlyle), Spud (Ewen Bremner) and Tommy (Kevin McKidd).

At the time of its release it was an instant critical and commercial smash, becoming the biggest grossing UK film of the year taking over $76 million worldwide. Now, it sits in the hall of fame as one of the greatest British films of all time.

Trainspotting the Musical now promises to keep the banner flying: "Radical, invigorating and life-affirming, this provocative, unforgettable experience will have even the most sceptical leave on a consciousness-altering high.

"Trainspotting is not just a show. It’s a moment. It’s a manifesto. It’s who we are."

The show will hit London's Royal Theatre Haymarket from 15 July and before heading on a UK tour, here's how to get tickets.

Buy Trainspotting tickets at Ticketmaster

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Here's how you can get Grease the musical UK tour tickets. Plus, if you're a fan of live music, here's how you can get Katseye tickets, as well as Van Morrison tickets. 

Trainspotting will come to London's Theatre Royal Haymarket with previews starting from 15 July. Opening night will be on 22 July.

The show has confirmed it will run from Monday to Saturday at 7.30pm, matinees on Thursday and Saturday at 2.30pm, and has a running Time of two hours, including 20 minute interval.

The following tour will then take place:

• 19 — 24 Oct 2026 — Edinburgh, Edinburgh Playhouse
• 26 — 31 Oct 2026 — Sheffield, Sheffield City Hall
• 2 — 7 Nov 2026 — Manchester, Palace Theatre
• 9 — 14 Nov 2026 — York, Grand Opera House
• 16 — 21 Nov 2026 — Hull, New Theatre
• 25 — 28 Nov 2026 — Ipswich, Regent Theatre
• 30 Nov — 5 Dec 2026 — Birmingham, Alexandra
• 7 — 12 Dec 2026 — Leeds, Grand Theatre
• 14 — 19 Dec 2026 — Blackpool, Opera House
• 5 — 9 Jan 2027 — Stoke, Regent Theatre
• 11 — 16 Jan 2027 — Aberdeen, His Majesty’s Theatre
• 18 — 23 Jan 2027 — Nottingham, Theatre Royal
• 25 — 30 Jan 2027 — Cardiff, Wales Millennium Centre
• 1 — 6 Feb 2027 — Southend, Cliffs Pavilion
• 8 — 13 Feb 2027 — Bradford, Bradford Live
• 15 — 20 Feb 2027 — Oxford, New Theatre
• 22 — 27 Feb 2027 — Sunderland, Empire
• 1 — 6 Mar 2027 — Dunfermline, Alhambra Theatre
• 9 — 13 Mar 2027 — Brighton, Dome
• 15 — 20 Mar 2027 — Glasgow, Theatre Royal

Trainspotting Musical tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster and LOVETheatre, starting from just £15.

Buy Trainspotting tickets at Ticketmaster

Buy Trainspotting tickets at LOVETheatre

Here are the best comedians on tour in 2026. Plus the Pink Floyd Royal Mint coin.

Not quite theatre, not quite art and not quite museums, immersive experiences are a world unto themselves – literally!

This multi-sensory phenomenon has taken off massively in the last few years, with dozens of interactive exhibits, games and performances springing up around the UK, especially in London.

Nowadays you can visit a warehouse that looks perfectly normal on the outside, but inside has the world of your favourite TV show, game, or period of history. Seriously, everything from Minecraft to Squid Game to the story of the Cleopatra is now available in immersive fashion.

But are these experiences actually worth it? And, more importantly, are they worth the money? According to the 2024 Immersive Audience Report 73% of audiences prioritise value for money when picking an immersive experience, so that's what we're doing.

Below, we've put together a list of the best immersive experiences now on in London that we believe are genuinely worth your time and cash. Whether you're going out with friends, children, a date, or by yourself, you can find an experience to suit you.

If you're a fan of live music, here's how you can get Katseye tickets, as well as Van Morrison tickets. Plus, the best UK concerts and tours to see this year.

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• ABBA Voyage, from £38.50
• Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Bar theatrical experience for two, £97 for two
• Avora: New World cocktail experience, from £43
• Bubble Planet, from £24.90
• Cleopatra: The Immersive Experience, from £26
• Crystal Maze Live Experience, £143 for two
• Dark Secrets: The Esoteric Exhibition, from £21
• Faulty Towers The Dining Experience, from £68.50
• Frameless, from £28
• Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds, from £45
• The Jury Experience, from £37
• The London Dungeon, from £27
• Mamma Mia! The Party, from £109
• The Mind of Moriarty - The Escape Room Experience, £98 for two
• Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue, from £32.50
• MOCO Museum, from £17.90
• Monopoly Lifesized, from £54
• The Murdér Express: An Immersive Dining Experience, £63.68
• The Paddington Bear Experience, from £34
• Paradox Museum, from £29
• Le Petit Chef, from £109
• Race Across the World Experience, from £50
• Shrek's Adventure, from £21
• The Traitors Live, from £30.50

• Venue: Immerse LDN, Excel London Waterfront

Step into the extraordinary world of Egypt’s Last Great Queen. Discover the story of her reign, power, love, lifestyle and legacy as it comes to life with cutting-edge immersive storytelling and real artefacts.

Buy Cleopatra: The Immersive Experience tickets from £26

• Venue: 90 Brompton Road

Wander through a world of twists, turns and optical illusions – just don't get lost! The Paradox Museum is packed with wondrous interactive rooms like the Infinity Well, Zero Gravity Room, Paradox Sofa and Paradox Tunnel.

 Buy Paradox Museum tickets from £29 at Fever

• Venue: Maritime Street

The experience is a groundbreaking interactive quest. Players will explore seven Minecraft-themed rooms and team up to rescue a village from a zombie horde, armed only with their wits and a handheld device called the Orb of Interaction.

The aim is to craft a life-saving potion to help save the villagers from the zombies, and the rescue mission will take place across players' favourite locations in the game.

Buy Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue tickets from £32.50 at Fever

• Venue: Unit 22 Fulton Road, Wembley

This surreal and colourful exhibition explores the world of bubbles through interactive rooms: from the LED Room and Cloud Room to Bubble Ocean and Bubble Bath environments, there's endless fun to be had.

Buy Bubble Planet tickets from £24.90 at Fever

• Venue: London County Hall, The Southbank

The premise of the experience is simple: Help Paddington and the Brown Family prepare for the Marmalade Day Festival. Throughout the adventure, you'll take part in games, challenges, and plenty of tasting opportunities as you help the beloved characters set up for this annual celebration.

Buy The Paddington Bear Experience tickets from £34

• Venue: London County Hall, The Southbank

One of our RadioTimes.com writers recently visited Shrek's Adventure with her friends and she had a ball! She particularly loved the 4D flying car, how fun the professional photos turned out, and the fact that Shrek tried to follow her and her friends to the pub afterwards...

This family-friendly immersive experience features characters, rides and interactive games all from the Shrek universe. Shrek's Adventure is basically DreamWorks’ answer to Disneyland, except it's located on London's South Bank.

Buy Shrek's Adventure tickets from £21 at Shrek's Adventure

• Venue: Tottenham Court Road

We've all got fond memories of rainy afternoons spent playing Monopoly (and trying to restrain yourself from flipping the board), but what if you could take things one step further? Monopoly Lifesized gives you the chance to enter the game in a life-sized 4D board, where you can take part in challenges and games to make millions.

• Buy Monopoly Lifesized tickets from £54 at Monopoly Lifesized
• Buy Monopoly Lifesized experience for two from £123

• Venue: 60 Short's Gardens, Covent Garden

We completed the Traitors Live Experience and gave it five stars for it's accuracy to the TV series. As in the show, you'll compete in mini games that involve searching for clues, remembering images, answering riddles and more. Throughout the challenges you're trying to earn "money" which will go towards your group's final score on the leader board at the end – however you can also use that time to win shields.

After challenges you sit at the round table and, in an exact copy of the series, discuss who you think is a Traitor in your midst. One by one, you'll name the player you wish to banish, who must reveal their status as Traitor or Faithful.

Buy The Traitors Live tickets from £30.50 at Ticketmaster

• Venue: Shaw Theatre
• When is it on: Until 31st May 2026

This is your chance to sit in on the trial of the century. At the Jury Experience, you'll listen to the story of disgraced a ex-driver who stands trial for stealing global superstar Lana Tonneti’s $20m necklace. But is Lana telling the truth? Throughout the show, analyze witness testimonies, examine the evidence, answer complex questions, and try to uncover what really happened.

Buy The Jury Experience Tickets from £37 at Fever

• Venue: 56 Leadenhall Street

Jeff Wayne's The War of the Worlds: The Immersive Experience combines live actors, virtual reality, and more to plunge participants into HG Wells's iconic alien invasion story. Set in Victorian England, this adventure takes visitors through 24 interactive environments, from escaping Martian invaders to surviving the chaos of a crumbling London, promising an unforgettable journey.

Buy Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience for £45 at Fever

• Venue: London County Hall

Listen up, thrill seekers: it's time to step right over to The London Dungeon. Perfect for anyone who isn't afraid of things that go bump in the night, this immersive experience takes you through some of London's darkest tales like Sweeney Todd and the plague doctors.

Buy The London Dungeon tickets from £27 at The Dungeons

• Venue: W12 Shopping, Shepherd's Bush

This Sherlock-themed escape room allows you to enter the mind of notorious villain Moriarty and solve some perilous puzzles based on the BBC show.

After stopping AI and digital nodes from sabotaging British intelligence, you'll have the chance to relax with a cocktail in a Sherlock-themed bar, which boasts even more puzzles for you to get your teeth stuck into.

Buy The Mind of Moriarty - The Escape Room Experience for £98 at Indytute

For the same price and at the same venue, you can also books tickets to Sherlock The Official Live Game.

Buy Sherlock the Live Game Experience for £98 at Indytute

• Venue:  127 Hackney Rd

Inspired by America’s most infamous prison, Alcatraz, this adults-only immersive experience will see you smuggle alcohol into a prison-themed cocktail bar for you to whip up your own drinks concoctions. Get ready for a night of thrills and your favourite flavours— just be sure to avoid the far-reaching eye of the Warden!

Buy Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Bar for Two for £97 at Virgin Experience Days

• Venue:  22-32 Shaftsbury Avenue

Whether you're a fan of the hit TV game show, or you're just up for a new challenge, then the Crystal Maze Live Experience could be the one for you. The experience is packed full of '90s nostalgia, and also gives you the chance to take on individual and group challenges across four different areas. The aim is to collect as many crystals as you can with your team. The more crystals you collect, the more time you'll have in the legendary Crystal Dome.

Buy Crystal Maze Live Experience tickets for £143 for two at Virgin Experience Days

• Venue:  The O2

If you're dreaming of a sunny getaway this year, booking tickets for Mamma Mia! The Party could be the next best thing. Transport yourself to the Greek island of Skopelos and transform into the dancing queen we know you are with this immersive experience. Expect a freshly-made four-course Greek meal, plenty of drinks, performances of the hit songs from Mamma Mia, and even an ABBA disco after the party.

Buy Mamma Mia! The Party tickets for two from £396 at Virgin Experience Days

• Venue: Begins at Liverpool Street

This experience takes its inspiration, obviously, from the supremely popular reality show Race Across the World, which sees teams of two compete against each other to reach a far-off destination using any method apart from air travel.

Participants will be challenged to work together as a team, navigating their way through the iconic streets of the UK capital. You'll be competing against rival teams as you manage your team budget, and in-game cash can be exchanged to unlock alternative routes and clues, while "work" task can be exchanged for in-game cash. How your team races is up to you.

Buy Race Across the World Experience tickets from £50 at Fever

• Venue: Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Do you want to dance and jive having the time of your life? If so, then ABBA Voyage is the immersive experience for you. This live concert is performed entirely by CGI versions of the four ABBA members: Agnetha Fältskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson and Anni-Frid Lyngstad. The singers have recorded their voices and body movements to be transformed into 3D avatars (or ABBAtars, if you will), and you'll hear hits like Mamma Mia! and Waterloo live.

• Buy ABBA Voyage tickets from £38.50 at Ticketmaster
• Buy ABBA Voyage experiences at Virgin Experience Days

• Venue:127 Hackney Rd

Are you ready to be transported to another world? Discover the new world of Avora with this cocktail experience, where you'll get to interact with Avorians. In the incredible setting of this new world, you'll don an Avora jumpsuit to try three specially designed cocktails. There'll be plenty of opportunities to take photos to make sure this is an experience you never forget.

Buy Avora: New World the cocktail experience from £43 at Fever

• Venue: 6 Marble Arch

Frameless is an immersive art exhibition which takes you on a journey between four themed galleries: Beyond Reality, Colour in Motion, The World Around Us and The Art of Abstraction, and you'll experience art work from world-renowned artists such as Vincent Van Gogh, Max Ernst, and Salvador Dalí. There's the opportunity to get involved in the artwork, too, as you can move pieces of art along the floor in one gallery.

Buy Frameless tickets from £28 at Ticketmaster

• Venue: 1 Marble Arch

The MOCO Museum's full description is that of a 'Modern, Contemporary and Digital Art Experience,' but this barely scratches the surface of what's inside. After captivating over 6 million visitors in Amsterdam and Barcelona, the museum has moved to London with a collection of over 100 ground-breaking art exhibitions. Using digital dreamscapes and cutting-edge immersive tech, every room allows you to envelop yourself in the art, with works from everyone from Andy Warhol to Robbie Williams.

Buy MOCO Museum tickets from £17.90 at Fever

Venue: 56-60 Guilford St, Russell Square

Fans of the BBC TV show Fawlty Towers are going to love this new immersive experience, which is perfect for foodies. Get transported back to the 1970s at the President Hotel in West London, where you'll enjoy a three-course lunch or dinner surrounded by actors improvising some of the most iconic and comic scenes from Fawlty Towers.

Buy Faulty Towers The Dining Experience tickets from £68.50 at Viator

Venue: London Cabaret Club

Now this experience will really give you something to talk about. Le Petit Chef may be just six centimetres tall, but he's renowned for his exceptional French cuisine. Watch him prepare your food through an impressive display projected onto your table, before digging into your real life food brought to your table.

Guests can choose between a Le Grand Chef, Le Petit Chef Classic, a Kids and a Vegetarian menu featuring delicious dishes such as lobster risotto, vanilla crème brulee and Hereford beef fillet. Bon appetit!

Buy Le Petit Chef tickets from £109 from Le Petit Chef

Venue: 63 Pedley Street, Spitalfields

All aboard! While the name The Murdér Express may not seem like the most appealing name, you're bound to be in for a great time. Don't worry, it's only called that because it's heading for the fictional town of Murdér in France... or is it? With a hearty feast, platform bar access and a lovely journey, there's no need to worry... right?

Buy The Murdér Express: An Immersive Dining Experience for £63.68 at Fever

Head to our Going Out section for days out, including how to get cheap theatre tickets and the best London experience gifts. 

Contender, ready? Let's put your Gladiator skills to the test.

The iconic TV show is jumping out of the screen and into real life this summer with The Gladiators Experience in Birmingham.

Here, GladFans can try out challenges from the show, including the Hang Tough course, The Wall, Eliminator and Duel. You can also visit The Vault for a behind-the-scenes look and a huge Superstore where you can purchase exclusive merchandise.

But you may be wondering, how good can it actually be? Especially when tickets to play start from £39. Luckily for you we tried it our ourselves. Below you'll find everything you need to know about The Gladiators Experience, including how it works and if it's worth it.

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• What is the Gladiators Experience?
• Where is the Gladiators Experience?
• How long is the Gladiators Experience on for?
• How much do the Gladiators Experience tickets cost?
• Is the Gladiators Experience worth it?
• How to get tickets to the Gladiators Experience

The Gladiators Experience is a live interactive version of the BBC show Gladiators where you experience the real challenges for yourself. Inside a massive hall at the Birmingham NEC there are a five show-accurate events to try alongside a warm-up area, a gift shop and an archive with exhibits and costumes from franchise's history.

Upon arrival you'll receive safety equipment from the Kit Room, which includes shin pads, elbow pads and a head guard. You'll also be given an RFID wristband which lets you scan into each event – once you're scanned in for the first time your 75-minute appointment will begin. 

There are then five events to try, with an adult version and a junior version of each. The Hang Tough course (where you'll need to swing across a series of rings), The Wall (a climbing challenge), Unleash (where you and three others race to reach the flag first), the Duel (where you and an opponent fight to knock each other off a podium). The prize moment, however, is the Eliminator a head-to-head race, or solo time challenge, where contenders battle through nine obstacles before tackling the iconic Travelator and bursting through the final swing doors.

You can jump into The Gladiators Experience at the NEC in Birmingham, the exhibition centre is also home to events like Tutankhamun the Immersive Experience or the Titanic Exhibition.

The venue is conveniently located a five minute walk from Birmingham International Railway Station and you can also park there for an additional fee. As it's near the airport there are also a number of hotels to choose from at Booking.com.

The experience is currently set to run until Monday 31st August 2026. There are 12 slots to pick from throughout each day from 10am to 3:30pm and once you're inside you have 75-minutes to enjoy the different games.

Spectators tickets cost £17.50 and £22.50 for juniors and adults respectively and Contenders tickets cost £39.50 and £44.50.

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I was surprised by just how enjoyable and interactive the Gladiators Experience was. Upon entry, I was taken aback by how impressive and accurate the event was with bright lights, music and on-brand red foam everywhere, and I was equally pleased once the games started.

Each event is suitably challenging but obviously not to the extremes of the real show, The Wall is doable but easy to slip of (or that's what I'm telling myself) and the Duel is higher off the ground than you'd think which adds to a nice bit of jeopardy (although safe of course). The Eliminator is particularly exciting with a full travellator, climbing elements and balance beams to really put you to the test. Plus, it's great that every challenge has a children's version so kids can really get stuck in.

There's also a warm-up room, photo-taking opportunities and the archive is very interesting for die-hard fans. I'd say the best way to do this would be with children or big friend group, as you can race, run around and enjoy together.

Tickets for the Gladiators Experience itself can be found on the official website or through Ticketmaster.

There are four kinds of tickets available: Spectator Tickets for access to The Vault, viewing areas, the food court, merchandise superstore and children’s soft play area. Adult Contender and Junior Contender Tickets for full access to the event itself. Family Contender Tickets which allow mixed groups of adults and juniors to enjoy the Junior Arena together, and  VIP Tickets which include a Contender Ticket, early access with reduced-capacity play, an official Contender uniform, a participation medal and a digital photo pack.

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Make sure you also check out our Mundo Pixar review. Plus the Pink Floyd Royal Mint coin.

A brand-new Beatles fan experience is coming to life in 2027 at one of the band's most infamous London locations.

3 Savile Row, the setting for The Beatles’ final public performance, is opening its doors for the first-ever 'official fan destination'.

The Mayfair building is a key part of Beatles history having been the recording studio for Let It Be, one of the earliest headquarters for the group's company Apple Corps Ltd’s, and where they held their iconic rooftop concert on 30 January 1969.

Now, the venue is being turned into a unique exhibition: The Beatles at 3 Savile Row. This experience will feature seven floors of never-seen-before material from Apple Corps’ extensive archives, rotating exhibitions, a fan store, and the recreation of the original studio where Let it Be was recorded.

Fans will also be able to go onto the iconic rooftop where their final concert was held.

Following the announcement Paul McCartney said: “It was such a trip to get back to 3 Savile Row recently and have a look around. There are so many special memories within the walls, not to mention the rooftop. The team have put together some really impressive plans and I’m excited for people to see it when it’s ready."

While Ringo Starr said: “Wow, it’s like coming home.”

Apple Corps’s CEO Tom Greene said the company was coming back to it's "spiritual home," commenting: "We’re thrilled to bring Apple Corps back to its spiritual home and give The Beatles fans something truly special. Every single day, fans are taking pictures of the outside of 3 Savile Row – but next year they can go in and explore."

Details about the event are still under wraps including its opening date and how to buy tickets. What we do know is you can now register for ticketing info at the official website.

This news joins the announcement of not one, but two Beatles on-screen adaptations are coming in the next few years.

On the big screen we have four films on the way from Sam Mendes, with each one centred on a different member of the band, meanwhile the TV drama series Hamburg Days, about the band's formative years, has just begun filming.

The six-part series will air on BBC iPlayer and BBC One in the UK, and has been inspired by German artist Klaus Voormann's autobiography.

The synopsis for the series reads: "Hamburg Days is set in the 1960s, in the smoke-filled clubs of Hamburg's St Pauli red-light district, where an inexperienced young rock ‘n’ roll band from Liverpool collide with two young artists, Klaus Voormann and Astrid Kirchherr."

Head to our Going Out section for exclusive interviews with West End stars, like why Elaine Paige would never return to the West End and Rachel Zegler on the Evita balcony scene.

Love theatre? Well, there’s no better feeling than paying less across all shows.

Luckily, LOVEtheatre are offering just that during this year's LOVEtheatre week, with offers applicable to up to 60 participating shows across the site.

Whether you're a fan of OG theatre classics, such as Oliver! or desperate to see the latest hot West End show, like Titanique, LOVEtheatre have got you covered.

From huge reductions of up to 57% to no booking fees for on-demand West End shows, here's how you can save on theatre tickets to up to 60 shows during the 2026 LOVEtheatre week.

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• What is LOVEtheatre week?
• What are the dates for LOVEtheatre week 2026?
• What shows are on offer during LOVEtheatre week?

Each year, LOVEtheatre holds their very own LOVEtheatre week, where offers are available for a wide range of shows.

There are up to 60 participating West End productions, and offers will vary depending on the show you choose.

Browse London theatre shows at LOVEtheatre

This year, LOVEtheatre week will be running from Friday 8 May until Sunday 17 May.

The performance dates that are on offer during LOVEtheatre week run from 8 May until 30 June.

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During LOVEtheatre week 2026, LOVEtheatre will have a range of offers on up to 60 participating West End shows.

Here are some of the highlights:

• Oliver! – Save up to 44%
• Counterpoint of Chaos: Save up to 44%
• Teeth 'n' Smiles: Save up to 45%
• Much Ado About Nothing: Save up to 42%
• Titanique: Save up to 42%
• The Play That Goes Wrong: Save up to 39%
• Avenue Q: No Booking Fees!
• Bluey Wimbledon: Save up to 38%

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If you’ve already booked a trip, you may be wondering what happens if your flight is cancelled, or whether your travel insurance will cover any losses. It’s important to understand exactly what protection you have so you’re prepared for every eventuality.

Olle Pettersson, personal finance expert at finance information site Finansplassen, said "Most people spend more time comparing flight prices than understanding what protects them if something goes wrong. Ten minutes with your policy document before you book could save you thousands, and right now, with the situation in the Middle East still unpredictable and disruption continuing to ripple through global aviation, that ten minutes has never been more worth it."

Here's what you need to know.

If your flight is cancelled, the airline you booked with is responsible for offering you either a replacement flight, or a full refund. This applies regardless of the reason for the cancellation, including fuel shortages.

However, any compensation beyond a refund is unlikely if the disruption is caused by extraordinary circumstances, such as the current conflict.

Most travel insurance policies will exclude any losses arising from war as this is considered outside their control, so it’s unlikely that any disruption to your holiday caused by the conflict will be covered.

However, a spokesman for the Association of British Insurers (ABI) said: “Travel insurance policies can vary significantly, and insurers may take different approaches to claims depending on the cause of your flight cancellation and the specific policy wording. We’d always recommend you check your policy documents carefully and speak to your insurer to understand what cover may be available in your individual circumstances.”

If you’re worried about your summer holiday plans changing last-minute and would rather just cancel them now so you can book something nearer to home, check with your airline, accommodation provider or tour operator first to see if they might allow you to rebook or get a refund.

The ABI spokesman said:  “If you paid for any part of your trip by credit card, it may also be worth checking whether you have any additional protections that could help you recover some costs.

“Travel insurance generally doesn’t cover cancellations because you’ve decided against travelling. Your insurer will be able to explain what your individual policy does and doesn’t cover, so it’s also a good idea to get in touch with them directly and before cancelling any parts of your trip.”

Make sure you check latest government foreign travel advice on any countries you are travelling to before you leave for the airport, as the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) currently advises against ‘all but essential travel’ to a number of countries in the region. Including some transit routes.

A spokesman for the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) said: “Even where some flights are operating to/from the Middle East, this does not necessarily mean that holidays will go ahead as planned, given the 'All but essential' travel restrictions that are in place.

“Travel insurance could be invalidated if customers choose to travel to or transit through countries that have an 'All but essential' travel restriction, and travellers should check their individual insurance policies carefully before travelling.”

With disruption still possible, checking your policy and understanding your rights before you travel could help you avoid unexpected costs if your plans change.

Olivia Rodrigo is returning to the UK in 2027, this time bringing her brand-new The Unraveled Tour to London audiences.

The tour, which will begin in the United States in September 2026, will follow the release of her new album You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love.

Despite announcing five additional dates, demand is still set to be ultra-high, especially considering that Rodrigo has announced exciting support acts including Devon Again, Wolf Alice, The Last Dinner Party, Die Spitz and Grace Ives, who will be joining on selected dates.

We've put together the ultimate guide to help you get your hands on tickets today.

• Buy Olivia Rodrigo tickets at AXS
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For more live music in 2026, here's how to get Karol G tickets, as well as Capital's Summertime Ball tickets. 

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• Olivia Rodrigo 2027 tour: new UK dates and venue
• When do Olivia Rodrigo tickets go on sale?
• How to get Olivia Rodrigo tickets London

Olivia Rodrigo has announced five additional dates on her UK tour:

• 12 April 2027 — London, The O2
• 14 April 2027 — London, The O2
• 15 April 2027 — London, The O2
• 19 April 2027 — London, The O2
• 20 April 2027 — London, The O2

Plus her initially announced run of four dates:

• 5 April 2027 — London, The O2
• 6 April 2027 — London, The O2
• 8 April 2027 — London, The O2
• 9 April 2027 — London, The O2

General sale tickets will go on sale at 12pm on Thursday 7 May.

• Buy Olivia Rodrigo tickets at AXS
• Buy Olivia Rodrigo tickets at Ticketmaster

If Olivia's last UK tour was anything to go by, this 2026 slew of London shows is going to be in extremely high demand.

If you're eligible for pre-sale tickets, we'd definitely recommend taking advantage of that, as general sale tickets will be very hard to come by.

For general sale tickets, be sure to get online at least 30 minutes before tickets go on sale, and be sure to have your Ticketmaster login details to hand to be in with the best chance of beating the Ticketmaster queue.

• Buy Olivia Rodrigo tickets at AXS
• Buy Olivia Rodrigo tickets at Ticketmaster

For more live entertainment, here are the best comedians on tour in 2026. 

While going to the cinema used to be a cheap date, the prices nowadays aren't quite what they used to be.

However, there’s something about sitting in a theatre and watching the latest film, with the snacks you’ve smuggled in, that everyone finds enjoyable. Although we love the ease of streaming services, there's nothing quite like heading for a magical night out at the cinema.

So, with all of this in mind, we’re determined to find ways of making the cinema cheap again.

From monthly passes and two-for-one discounts to savings through the likes of Vodafone and Three, these are the best ways to get cheap cinema tickets.

Fancy saving on more activities? Here's how to get cheap concert tickets and how to get cheap theatre tickets. 

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• How to get cheap cinema tickets
• Best cheap cinema tickets and deals at a glance
• Best cheap cinema tickets and deals for May 2026

Before booking to go to the cinema, it's important to check if you can get discounted tickets because, more often than not, you'll be able to knock a few quid off your bill.

If you have a phone or broadband contract, chances are they will offer a rewards scheme to get discounted tickets for concerts, theme parks, the cinema, and more. Vodafone, Three UK, O2, and Virgin Media are amongst the providers who offer cheap cinema tickets.

It's important to shop around; buying from the cinema's website or on the door won't be the best way to bag cheap tickets. Sites like Fever and Tastecard are brilliant for discounted cinema tickets, and if you're looking to turn a cinema trip into something a bit more special, Buyagift, Virgin Experience Days and Red Letter Days have plenty of great experiences.

Unfortunately, unlike with things such as train tickets, buying cinema tickets in advance won't lower the price. Plus, most cinemas release tickets only a week in advance anyway. But do not fear our cinema-loving readers, we've got plenty of ways to help you claim cheap cinema tickets.

Make sure you also check out our roundup of the best UK music festivals. 

This varies depending on where you claimed the offer from, but 2-for-1 cinema days are usually weekdays.

With Meerkat Movies, you can grab 2-for-1 ODEON cinema tickets every Tuesday or Wednesday for a whole year when you buy a qualifying product from Comparethemarket.com.

Typically, weekdays are the cheapest to go to the cinema as places, such as Meerkat Movies, offer the 2-for-1 cinema ticket promotion during the week.

The cheapest day to visit may also depend on the cinema, as certain cinemas offer discounts on selected days. For example, Odeon offers cheaper tickets on Saver Mondays.

However, we have some brilliant deals below, from Tesco Clubcard, Fever, Vodafone, and more, that get you discounted cinema tickets on weekends.

• See unlimited films for £16.99 a month
• Discounted cinema tickets at Fever
• Two for £10 Odeon tickets for Prime members
• Get cinema experience vouchers at Buyagift
• Top cinema experiences at Virgin Experience Days
• Save on the latest films with Tastecard
• Save when you become a cinema member at Cineworld
• Two for £6 cinema tickets with Three UK
• Free cinema tickets with O2 Priority
• Two free Vue cinema tickets for Sky Cinema customers

What's the deal: What if we told you that you could see an unlimited amount of films every month for just £16.99? Well, we have a deal that lets you do exactly that, with the ODEON myLIMITLESS card.

Why we chose it: A ticket to an ODEON can cost around £10-£15 per visit. However, if you have the myLIMITLESS card, you can see as many movies as you like for the same cost.

Become a myLIMITLESS member from £16.99 per month at ODEON

What’s the deal: Participating cinemas in London are offering discounted tickets via Fever. See the latest films from just £4.30 at Vue, and from £6.99 at ODEON. Plus, there’s the option to join waiting lists for soon-to-be-released movies.

Why we chose it: As we've just mentioned, if we wanted to see the latest films at the ODEON in Acton, a ticket would cost from £9. However, if we bought a ticket for a Vue cinema at Fever, a seat would cost us from £4.30.

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What's the deal: Amazon Prime members can get two Odeon cinema tickets for £10 on Monday through to Thursday, or two Odeon Luxe cinema tickets for £15.

Why we chose it: Amazon has said that research shows a dinner out (49%) and a night at the cinema (36%) are the UK and Ireland's favourite winter date nights, so the retailer has endeavoured to put great dates back on the agenda with this fantastic offer. In total, the deal offers a saving of more than 45% on an Odeon cinema ticket.

• Get two tickets from £10 at Odeon
• Start your free 30-day Amazon Prime trial

For more great Amazon Prime offers, be sure to check out our guide.

What’s the deal: If you fancy making a day or an evening out of your cinema trip, Buyagift has just the experience packages for you. Some of our favourites include cinema tickets with dinner and tickets to Bristol Film Festival with wine tasting.

Why we chose it: Despite some of the vouchers not saving you a huge amount of money, there are some real gems on the Buyagift website. Plus, the experiences can be claimed at various locations across the UK.

• Buy the Two Tickets to Bristol Film Festival with a Wine Tasting at Averys Wine Cellar for £50
• Buy the Cinema Tickets with Dinner Experience Box for £69.99

What’s the deal: Like with Buyagift, Virgin Experience Days offers cinema experiences which make watching a movie a whole lot more special. Plus, the site offers bundles on Cineworld tickets, which include snacks and drinks, saving you a couple of pennies.

Why we chose it: If you're buying someone a cinema experience, perhaps for a birthday or an anniversary, a gift card from Virgin Experience Days is a thoughtful idea.

• Buy Cineworld Cinema Tickets with Drinks and Snacks for Two for £45
• Buy Cocktail Cinema Evening for Two at the Courthouse Hotel for £56 £50 (save £6 or 11%)
• Buy The Cinema in the Power Station Tickets with Cocktail and Popcorn for Two for £65.50

What’s the deal: First of all, what is Tastecard? Tastecard is a one-stop shop for discount codes for your favourite restaurants, cinemas and shops. Tastecard has partnered with high street and independent cinemas to bring you up to 25% off cinema tickets.

Why we chose it: The money you save on cinema tickets can be spent on snacks instead. Smart idea? We certainly think so. Plus, your Tastecard membership not only includes offers on cinema tickets, but also deals like saving 50% off food at thousands of UK restaurants like Zizzi and Prezzo.

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What’s the deal: Many cinemas offer memberships where you can pay a monthly fee and see as many films as your heart desires, for example, myLIMITLESS from ODEON offers unlimited films, savings on food and drink, and exclusive screenings from £16.99 a month. Similarly, experience as many movies as you like with Cineworld Unlimited from £10.99 a month.

Why we chose it: A lot of the time, you’d only have to visit the cinema twice a month to get your money’s worth. Plus, you get 10% off food and drink, and if you haven't already guessed, a discounted snack is a priority for the RadioTimes.com team.

• Become a myLIMITLESS member from £16.99 per month at ODEON
• Get Cineworld Unlimited from £10.99 a month at Cineworld

What’s the deal: Another great deal you can bag by simply having a phone contract, and this time, it’s from Three UK. Three+ members can get Cineworld cinema tickets for just £3 to watch some of the best films out at the moment.

Why we chose it: There's no better time to escape from the cold and watch a great movie. Plus, the RadioTimes.com team likes to recommend deals that don't require any extra heavy lifting from you, for example, if you're a Three customer already, this offer bags you something a little bit extra.

• Get discounts on the Three+ rewards app
• Not already a Three Mobile customer? Check out the plans

What's the deal: As well as bringing you the latest ticketing announcements, the RadioTimes.com Going Out newsletter also delivers on the biggest deals.

Why we chose it: If there's a saving we think is worth shouting about, you can be sure the Going Out team will cover it on our newsletter. The Going Out newsletter will land in your inbox every Thursday at 5:30pm.

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For more discounts the whole family can make use of, be sure to take a look at our how to get cheap Disneyland Paris tickets and how to get cheap Chessington World of Adventures tickets.

What’s the deal: What’s better than discounted cinema tickets? O2 phone and Virgin Media broadband customers will love this deal: Priority offers two Vue cinema tickets for just £9, allowing you to enjoy all the latest releases at a heavily discounted price. Plus, you can secure 20% off cinema snacks, too.

Why we chose it: With tickets for Vue cinemas normally costing £9.90, this deal will save you £10.80.

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• Looking to switch to Virgin Media broadband? Check out the packages

What's the deal: Sky Cinema customers can claim two free Vue cinema tickets each month, and they're valid to use at any Vue cinema in the UK and Ireland from Sunday through to Thursday.

Why we chose it: If you're already a Sky Cinema customer, we're going to take a guess and say you love movies, so why not watch films from the comfort of your own home and at the cinema, too?

• Claim your Sky Cinema and Vue tickets
• Get Sky Cinema from £10 extra per month at Sky

As much as we'd love to, it's practically impossible to go to the cinema every day, so be sure to check out our Disney Plus offers, NOW TV offers and Virgin Media offers.

Also, how to get cheap Madame Tussauds London tickets and cheap London Dungeon tickets, or our Chessington World of Adventures review and Thorpe Park review. 

Pulling in over three million visitors per year, the London Eye (or Millennium Wheel)  offers spectacular views of the capital, with clear days offering a view of up to 40km away.

The wheel was first designed in 1993 as a way of marking the millennium and, like the Eiffel Tower, was intended to be temporary. But in 2002, Lambeth Council granted the Eye a permanent license, allowing this glorious structure to stand on London's Southbank for years to come.

What's more, the Eye now plays a key role in the UK's annual New Year's Eve fireworks display, and of course it's seen thousands of proposals within its 32 pods.

But, if we had to pick one draw back, it would be the cost. Like most London attractions, the London Eye isn't cheap, so below we've pulled together a full list of the best ways to save on entry tickets.

Whether it's through buying multi-attraction combos, or getting your booking in well in advance, we've outlined all the ways to save money.

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Here's how to get cheap London Dungeon tickets and cheap Madame Tussauds tickets. Plus, how to get Olivia Rodrigo tickets. 

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• What is the cheapest way to buy London Eye tickets?
• Can you buy London Eye tickets on the day?
• Best London Eye ticket deals for 2026

• Book off-peak advance tickets from £29
• Save 33% on entry when you travel by train
• Buy last-minute London Eye tickets from £32
• Get fast-track tickets from £54 £44 (save £10 or 19%)
• Buy Flexi Fast-track tickets from £59 £49 (save £10 or 17%)
• See 100+ London tourist attractions with the London Pass
• Get 60 days' sightseeing with the London Explorer Pass
• Save 10% on London Eye and Thames River Cruise tickets
• Buy UK multi-attraction tickets with Merlin
• Get 200 days of entry to UK attractions with the Merlin Pass
• Book London Eye Champagne Experience ticket from £59
• Splash out on the London Eye private pod

The cheapest way to get London Eye entry is by booking off-peak tickets, online and in advance. If you buy a ticket for an off-peak time (weekdays during work hours), prices start at £29.

Otherwise, the cheapest method is to buy in a bundle with other London attractions like the Thames River Cruise bundle, or get full access to London tourist attractions with the London Pass. These multi-attraction deals have a higher starting price – e.g. £54 for the Go City Explorer Pass – but will ultimately end up saving you money if you're planning to visit more than one location.

You can, but it's recommended you book in advance. If you turn up on the day, tickets start at £42 and you'll have to endure very long queues.

Yes. It's much cheaper to book London Eye tickets in advance. Considering on the day tickets start at £39, and advance tickets start at £29, you're saving £10 on entry.

London Eye standard entry tickets start at £29, as long as you book online and in advance. You'll find the cheapest prices for off-peak times (weekdays), but even with peak times the cost only rises to £33.

You can find standard tickets on the official lastminute.com London Eye website, or via official partners like Viator and Headout, where entry tickets are slightly cheaper depending on times.

• Buy London Eye standard entry from £29 at Headout
• Buy London Eye standard entry from £29 at London Eye
• Buy London Eye standard entry from £29 at Viator

If you're looking to buy last-minute tickets to the London Eye, the best price we've found is through Expedia. Right now, you can book on the day tickets from £32.

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If you book London Eye tickets through Chiltern Railways or National Rail, you can save 33% on entry, taking ticket costs down to £17.33.

• Book London Eye train tickets at Chiltern Railways
• Book London Eye train tickets at National Rail

If you're keen to avoid the queues, London Eye Fast-track tickets start from £44 – £54 if you turn up on the day – or you can get Flexi Fast-track from £49 which allow you to turn up at any time. Again, this is only if you book online, and peak times will have slightly higher prices. 

• Buy London Eye Fast-track tickets from £54 £44 (save £10 or 19%) at London Eye
• Buy London Eye Flexi Fast-track tickets from £59 £49 (save £10 or 17%) at London Eye

If you're in London for a sightseeing trip, or you're just playing tourist for the day, why not invest in the London Pass? This multi-attraction ticket gets you entry and tours to over 100 London tourist spots, including St Paul's Cathedral, Westminster Abbey and Shakespeare's Globe.

A one-day London pass currently costs just £54 per person, but you can make this back by heading to just two attractions. However, the best value option is the three-day pass, which costs £189.

• Buy the London Pass from £54 at London Pass
• Buy the London Pass from £114 £108.30 at Viator

If you don't want to commit to the full London Pass, the London Explorer Pass costs £54 and comes with credits for two to seven attractions.

You can choose where to redeem your credits from a list of London’s most popular spots such as the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Westminster Abbey and more, and the pass will be valid for 60 days from your first use.

Buy the London Explorer Pass from £54 with Viator

Speaking about London passes, you can also explore the UK capital with the Go City Pass, which allows you to save up to 50% on attractions. Bear in mind that only the All-Inclusive Pass Plus includes the London Eye.

There are a few different options when it comes to Go City passes:

• Explorer Pass: Choose how many attractions you want to visit within 30 days from £54.
• All-Inclusive Pass: Choose the duration of your pass and any of the attractions from £79.
• All-Inclusive Pass Plus: Get access to Go City attractions for as long as you want, plus three extras: The View from the Shard, the London Eye and Madame Tussauds from £109.

Select your Go City London Pass at Go City

If you have your eye on a specific set of attractions, you can get packages like the London Eye and Thames River Cruise combo for 10% off, taking the price down to £45.16.

• Buy London Eye and Thames River Cruise combo tickets from £50.17 £44.13 at Headout
• Buy London London Eye and Tower of London tickets for £71.17 £67.76 at Headout

Merlin also offers multi-attraction tickets to a wide-range of tourist hotspots. For the London Eye this includes the London SEA LIFE aquarium, Madame Tussauds, London Dungeon and Shrek's Adventure.

Prices for these start at £50.

• Buy London Eye and SEA LIFE multi-attraction tickets from £49 at SEALIFE
• Buy London Eye and Madame Tussauds multi-attraction tickets from £49 at Madame Tussauds
• Buy London Eye and London Dungeon multi-attraction tickets from £49 at London Dungeon
• Buy London Eye and Shrek's Adventure multi-attraction tickets from £49 at Shrek's Adventure

Merlin are also currently offering a 5 Attraction Pass, which offers entry to - you guessed it- five attractions across London. This means that each attraction will only set you back under £12, which is 70% less than if you bought them separately.

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The Merlin Annual Pass gives you access to some of the UK's biggest attractions, including the London Eye, Thorpe Park, Chessington and Alton Towers.

Choose between the Essential, Gold and Platinum Passes and enjoy year-round access to your favourite spots in the UK.

Buy the Merlin Annual Pass from £139 at Merlin

Why not make that London Eye trip extra special by washing it down with a glass of bubbly? At Viator, we've found London Eye tickets that come with a crisp glass of champagne for just £59.02.

Buy London Eye Champagne Experience tickets from £59.02 at Viator

What could be a more quintessentially British experience than enjoying a spot of afternoon tea from one of London's most iconic landmarks?

Guests will enjoy a double rotation in one of the London Eye pods (roughly one hour) while sampling some classic afternoon tea staples— we're talking cucumber and cream cheese sandwiches, premium teas and, of course, scones with clotted cream.

Enjoy Afternoon Tea on the London Eye

Now this isn't cheap. But if you want a truly special and private experience with the London Eye, you can a pod entirely to yourself for £944.44.

Book a London Eye private pod from £944.44 at Tiqets

Make sure you also take a look at how to get cheap Warwick Castle tickets, how to get cheap LEGOLAND tickets and how to get cheap Harry Potter Studios tickets. 

Cadbury World is a daim-good option to keep yourself and your family entertained during the weekends and the school holidays.

The Birmingham-based attraction is hugely popular among adults and children alike ushering in over 600,000 visitors every year.

Throughout the visit, guests are invited to take a deep dive into the history of chocolate making and learn what it takes to be the UK's leading chocolate brand.

You'll travel through the Aztec jungles to see how chocolate was first discovered, journey into the Victorian era to see about how Cadbury came to be, and take a trip down memory lane with all of Cadbury's past adverts.

There are of course plenty of taste tests along the way and you'll have a chance to try rides like the 4D Chocolate Adventure and the brand-new Cadbury Chocolate Quest. All ending up with a visit to the Cadbury Shop.

But while that all sounds tempting and delicious, you brain might also be ringing with the word 'expensive'. With that in mind, we've compiled a list of all the ways you can save money on a ticket to Cadbury World.

For more deals, here's how to get cheap Chessington tickets, how to get cheap Alton Towers tickets and how to get cheap Thorpe Park tickets. Plus, how to get Olivia Rodrigo tickets. 

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• How much are Cadbury World tickets?
• Cadbury World ticket offers at a glance
• Best Cadbury World ticket offers and discounts for 2026
• How to get to Cadbury World

The cost of Cadbury World tickets depends on which day you book. On a week-day, tickets start at £19 for off-peak times, but then go up to £25 or £27. For weekends, entry costs between £22 and £28 depending on the time slot.

Tickets must be booked in advance, however if you're not sure on timings, you can always book an Anytime Day Entry ticket for £33. You can also book a ticket on the day, which will set you back £28.

Buy tickets at Cadbury World

• Save up to 32% on Cadbury World tickets
• Get the Adult and Toddler ticket for just £19
• Students get £16 off entry
• Locals save up to 50%
• Get afternoon tea and entry to Cadbury World for £29.95
• Get 30% off with Birmingham multi-attraction tickets 
• Get over 200 days' entry with the Merlin Annual Pass
• Save 1/3 on entry with National Rail
• Cheapest prices guaranteed with Virgin Experience Days
• One Night Birmingham Summer Stay with Prosecco and Cadbury World Visit for Two

If you pick the right time-slot for Cadbury World entry, you could be saving up to 32% on the price of your ticket. For example, while an Anytime Day ticket costs £28, an off-peak mid-week booking costs £19.

Save up to 32% on Cadbury World tickets

For a limited time Cadbury World has brought back its Adult and Toddler voucher for just £19. These tickets are available from Monday to Friday and are perfect if you have a child who's aged 0-5.

Normally tickets for children aged 2-15 cost at least £18, and an adult ticket costs at least £22.50, so with this you're essentially paying the price of one child ticket.

Get the Adult and Toddler ticket for just £19

Student tickets to Cadbury World cost just £12, which saves you anywhere between £7 and £16 on entry. As long as you have a valid student ID you can book any mid-week time slot and make a huge saving.

Students get £16 off entry

For a limited time only, the following postcodes will be eligible to a 50% discount on entry to Cadbury World:

• B (Birmingham)
• CV (Coventry)
• WS (Walsall)
• WV (Wolverhampton)
• DY (Dudley)

Enter your postcode at the beginning of the purchasing process and you'll be shown available tickets. Bear in mind that your postcode must match your billing address.

Locals save up to 50%

Enjoy a delicious afternoon tea (heavily chocolate-themed, of course), plus entry to Cadbury World and access to the Cadbury World Shop and African Adventure Play Area for just £29.95.

Or, if you want to take things up a notch, you can choose the Character Afternoon Tea option and dine with iconic Cadbury characters like Freddo and the Cadbury bunny, all for just £10 more (less for children aged between 5 and 15).

• Get afternoon tea and entry to Cadbury World for £29.95
• Get Character Afternoon Tea and entry to Cadbury World from £39.95

If you're based in the midlands, or planning a longer visit, why not take advantage of the Multi-Attraction Pass? You can either get tickets to Cadbury World and one other attraction for 25% off, or Cadbury World and two other attractions for 30% off.

These attractions could be: National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Birmingham or Warwick Castle.

Get 30% off with Birmingham multi-attraction tickets

The Merlin Annual Pass gives you access to some of the UK's biggest attractions, including Cadbury World, Chessington and Alton Towers. With prices usually starting at £139 but currently on sale for £99, you can get the Discovery Pass, which gives you over 200 days entry to any of the attractions available.

Or, you can upgrade to the Gold, or Platinum passes, which give you 300, 340 and 364 days respectively, and extra perks like free parking and a discount on fast track vouchers.

• Buy the Discovery Pass from £139 per person at Merlin Annual Pass
• Buy the Gold Pass from £239 per person at Merlin Annual Pass
• Buy the Platinum Pass from £299 per person at Merlin Annual Pass

National Rail offers 1/3 off entry when you travel by train and book your tickets through the National Rail site.

Save 1/3 on entry with National Rail

Not sure what day to book? Well, if you buy a Cadbury World gift experience at Virgin Experience Days, you have the flexibility of choosing your dates later on.

Plus, you can buy the tickets in bundles which start at the cheapest entry price.

Buy Cadbury World experience vouchers at a Virgin Experience Days

If you want to take your Cadburys World experience to the next level, then why not check out this hotel deal at Virgin Experience Days? Spend a night at the AC Hotel by Marriott in a room overlooking the canals along with a bottle of prosecco to enjoy.

The next day you'll enjoy a tasty breakfast before heading out to explore the city and, of course, visit Cadbury World.

Buy One Night Birmingham Summer Stay with Prosecco and Cadbury World Visit for Two for £227 at Virgin Experience Days

Cadbury World is on the south side of Birmingham just off the M5 and M42. If you are driving then parking is free of charge, however, you may have to pay for passing through the Birmingham Clean Air Zone.

Otherwise, the nearest train station is Bourneville, just a 15 minute walk away from the site. This station is served by the Cross-City Line from Birmingham New Street station, which in turn you can get to from Central Birmingham, London and Coventry.

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You can also check out how to get cheap Harry Potter Studio tour tickets, how to get cheap London Eye tickets and how to get cheap Disneyland Paris tickets.

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Did you know there's a slice of medieval history right in the middle of the Warwickshire countryside? Warwick Castle is a genuine medieval castle developed from a wooden fort that was first built by William the Conqueror in 1068, right after the famous Battle of Hastings.

Warwick Castle is widely known as one of the best preserved medieval castles in England, and this beautiful building has beautiful views to match. With panoramic views of the Warwickshire countryside, River Avon and the town of Warwick, as well as views of the castle grounds, it's no surprise that plenty of couples have chosen Warwick Castle as their wedding venue.

There's plenty to do across the castle grounds, suitable for people of all ages. From interactive areas with actors on-site to shows, tours and places to eat, the site is packed full of both history and entertainment.

With the Easter holidays underway, it's time to start considering how to keep the kids entertained, and Warwick Castle is an excellent option with live shows and meet-and-greets, not to mention the exciting Birds of Prey display. Throughout the year, you'll find plenty of other seasonal events, from a comedy festival to a medieval feast, as well as plenty of surprises on every day of the year.

However, all of these events and entertainment come at a cost. Thankfully we're here to show you how you can enjoy all that Warwick Castle has to offer for less.

Check out how to get cheap London Eye tickets and how to get cheap Cadbury World tickets. Plus, cheap London Aquarium tickets.

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• How much are Warwick Castle tickets?
• Is it cheaper to buy Warwick Castle tickets online?
• Warwick Castle ticket discounts at a glance
• Best Warwick Castle ticket deals and discounts for 2026

The price of entry to Warwick Castle will vary depending on which ticket you buy. Standard one-day entry is £22 online and £39 if you buy at the gate.

Tickets will be cheaper for students and large group bookings (more on that later!). Plus, kids under two go free.

The short answer is yes; as with many UK attractions and theme parks, it's cheaper to buy Warwick Castle tickets online.

Buying a one-day entry ticket online will set you back £22, which is £17 cheaper than buy the same ticket at the gate for £39.

Buy one-day entry for £22 at Warwick Castle

• Save 43% on Warwick Castle one-day entry tickets
• Save with the Warwick Castle annual pass
• Get the parent and toddler discount
• Get the family of four entry from £86
• Get a student ticket from £16
• Experience a day trip from London to Warwick Castle by rail
• Save on Warwick Castle and more UK attractions with the Merlin pass
• Save with a group booking
• Discounted Warwick Castle tickets with Tesco Clubcard
• Head on a short break to Warwick Castle from £40 per person
• Experience Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cotswolds and Warwick Castle on a day trip from London
• Add on another attraction for £18 more

What's the deal: Booking one-day entry to Warwick Castle online will cost £22, £17 less than if you buy at the gate.

Why we chose it: Booking your tickets in advance means that you'll save 43% on entry – this one's a no-brainer.

Save 43% on Warwick Castle one-day entry tickets

What's the deal: Warwick Castle annual passes begin at £44 per person, which grants Access to the castle grounds, attractions and live shows, as well as discounts and exclusive access to news and special offers.

Why we chose it: If you're a local to the area or a history buff who would consider coming to visit several times a year, this is worth investing in as it won't take that many trips to make your money back.

Save with the Warwick Castle annual pass

What's the deal: The castle offers a package ticket for parents and toddlers starting at £20. This is available for kids under five and includes full access to the castle and grounds. You can also get the family of four package for £86.

Why we chose it: This is an ideal set of savings for families who want to take their kids out on an educational daytrip.

• Get the parent and toddler discount from £20
• Get the family of four entry from £86

What's the deal: If you're signed up to Student Beans, you can get a one-day entry ticket to Warwick Castle from £16, which is a reduction of almost 30%.

Why we chose it: Listen to the words of advice from the wise RadioTimes.com Going Out team. While you're a student, you should absolutely make the most off all the discounts you can get.

Get a student ticket from £16

What's the deal: Head to Warwick Castle from London via rail for just £75, a price which includes the rail journey there and back, as well as entrance to the castle.

Why we chose it: If you want to head to Warwick Castle from the UK's capital but are feeling a little lost without a car, then this is for you.

Experience a day trip from London to Warwick Castle by rail

What's the deal: The Merlin Annual Pass gives you access to some of the UK's biggest attractions, including Warwick Castle, Thorpe Park and Alton Towers. The Essential Pass (300 days entry) costs £139. Meanwhile, the Gold, or Platinum passes  give you 340 and 364 days respectively, and extra perks like free parking and a discount on fast track vouchers.

Why we chose it: Whether you're a huge fan of theme parks or you often travel around the UK and are looking for new things to experience, the Merlin Pass is a great option.

When you add up the cost of visiting the parks a few time over the course of the year, you'll really see the value for money, especially as the Merlin Pass is currently on sale.

Save on Warwick Castle and more UK attractions with the Merlin pass

What's the deal: If you're making a group booking for 10 or more people, the price per person start from just £18, a reduction of £4 per head.

Why we chose it: You know the saying; the more the merrier! And it's also the more the cheaper at Warwick Castle. Note that this offer is pre-book only and cannot be used at the gate.

Save with a group booking

What's the deal: Scanning your Clubcard when you shop at Tesco generates points, and you can convert these points into Tesco Reward Partners vouchers, where you get double the vouchers’ face value to use on tickets: so £5 in points is £10 worth of vouchers, for example.

Why we chose it: Saving on Warwick Castle tickets while simply doing your weekly shop has got to be one of the lowest-effort ways to help out your wallet.

Discounted Warwick Castle tickets with Tesco Clubcard

What's the deal: You can purchase a short break to Warwick Castle from £40 per person, a price which includes an overnight stay in the castle grounds, day tickets and evening entertainment.

Why we chose it: At Warwick Castle, you can enjoy an enchanting mini-break with lively evening entertainment. Choose between the Woodland Lodges, Medieval Glamping Tents, stunning Tower Suites, and the newly-opened Warwick Castle Hotel.

Head on a short break to Warwick Castle from £40 per person

What's the deal: Enjoy a grand day out, uncovering hidden gems in the Cotswolds and visiting iconic English sites from just £76.50.

Why we chose it: With this trip, you'll get three tours of beautiful English sites (the Cotswolds, Straford-Upon-Avon and Oxford), as well as entry to Warwick Castle and Shakespeare's birthplace, depending on the option you select.

Experience Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cotswolds and Warwick Castle on a day trip from London

What's the deal: When you book your Warwick Castle ticket online, you can book a ticket to a second attraction for just £40.

Why we chose it: This deal allows you to choose between National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Birmingham or Cadbury World. The second attraction must be visited within 90 days of your visit to Warwick Castle, and you can reschedule for free up to 24 hours before your visit.

Save up to 37% when you visit a second attraction

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From the much-anticipated Oasis reunion tour to THAT viral moment at the Coldplay concert, 2025 was truly one for the live music history books.

However, with an already stacked line-up, 2026 is shaping up to give it a run for its money, with live music proving to be more popular than ever.

According to Live Music Industry Venues and Entertainment (LIVE), one concert took place on average every 137 seconds across the UK in 2024, while new data from Statista has revealed that spending on concerts has reached pre-pandemic levels, hitting the £5 billion mark.

Whether you're a pop, classic rock or alternative fan, we've compiled the ultimate list of the best artists coming to UK venues in 2026.

While lots of artists tend to focus on larger UK cities, our list includes artists who are touring venues all across the UK. Plus, we'll be keeping this list regularly updated as more tours are announced throughout the year.

 For more live entertainment recommendations, check out our roundup of the best comedians and comedy shows touring the UK in 2026 and the best West End shows.

Plus, here's how you can get BTS tickets and Madison Beer tickets. 

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• Best upcoming concerts in the UK at a glance
• Who is touring the UK in 2026?
• Which artists still have tickets for 2026 UK tour dates?
• Who else is rumoured to tour the UK in 2026?

• Ariana Grande
• A$AP Rocky
• Bon Jovi
• Bruno Mars
• BTS
• Def Leppard
• Doja Cat
• Foo Fighters
• Gorillaz
• Harry Styles
• J Cole
• Karol G
• Lewis Capaldi
• Lily Allen
• Michael Bublé
• NE-YO and Akon
• Niall Horan
• Olivia Rodrigo
• System of a Down
• Take That
• The Strokes
• The Weeknd
• Zayn Malik

• 2nd Mar — 30th Jun 2026

Lily Allen will actually be embarking on two UK tours in 2026: one theatre tour and one arena tour, both to play her new album West End Girl.

Buy Lily Allen tickets at Ticketmaster

• 21st March — 20th June 2026

Gorillaz — the sonic project spearheaded by former Blur frontman Damon Albarn — are heading on tour in 2026 in support of of their brand new album, The Mountain.

Buy Gorillaz tickets at Ticketmaster

• 1st May — 10th May 2026

Musicians NE-YO and Akon are teaming up this spring for the ultimate night of club anthems, sing-a-longs and noughties throwbacks.

The two artists have announced their new Nights Like This world tour, co-headlined and featuring classics like NE-YO's So Sick and Closer and Akon's Smack That and Lonely.

• Buy NE-YO and Akon tickets at Ticketmaster
• Buy NE-YO and Akon hospitality tickets at Seat Unique

• 12th May — 23rd May 2026

It's a great time to be a ZAYN fan, as the former boy band member has announced his first solo arena tour.

• Buy ZAYN tickets at Ticketmaster
• Buy ZAYN hospitality tickets at Seat Unique

• 21st May — 29th May 2026

Doja Cat is bringing her Tour Ma Vie world tour to the UK in 2026.

• Buy Doja Cat tickets at Ticketmaster
• Buy Doja Cat hospitality tickets at Seat Unique 

• 29th May — 1st July 2026

It's the Greatest Day of our lives, as Take That have announced the return of their iconic The Circus Tour.

This tour first took place in 2009 and was, at the time, the fastest-selling tour in UK history. The live shows included fire breathers, acrobats, stilt walkers and a huge mechanical elephant, making it one of the standout tours of the 21st century.

Buy Take That hospitality tickets at Seat Unique

12th June — 4th July 2026

The grand return of Harry Styles has been much anticipated, and now it's finally here. The pop star released his first single since 2022, Aperture, and also announced a 2026 tour.

You can catch him across a 12-night residency in London's Wembley Stadium, and hospitality tickets are still available at Seat Unique, starting from £159.

Buy Harry Styles hospitality tickets at Seat Unique 

• 25th — 27th June 2026

Known for their huge rock anthems such as All My Life, The Pretender, Best Of You and My Hero, Foo Fighters will be bringing all these hits and more to the UK in 2026.

The band will only be playing two UK dates, both at Anfield in Liverpool.

Buy Foo Fighters tickets at Ticketmaster

• 26th June — 6th July 2026

Rock legends Def Leppard are touring the UK for their huge arena shows, visiting venues in Sheffield, Belfast and more. The Pour Some Sugar on Me singers will be joined by American rock band Extreme, and the band have promised "surprises and classics" for their upcoming tour.

Buy Def Leppard tickets at Ticketmaster

• 30th June — 10th July 2026

Yes, that's right; Mr Worldwide is gracing us with his presence once more. His UK shows last year were a smash hit, so grab your bald cap and get ready to join in the fun once more.

• Buy Pitbull tickets at Ticketmaster
• Buy Pitbull hospitality tickets at Seat Unique

• 30th June — 11th July 2026

Iconic emo rockers My Chemical Romance are returning to London as part of their Long Live The Black Parade! tour in 2026, as well as heading to Liverpool and Glasgow.

• Buy My Chemical Romance tickets at Ticketmaster
• Buy My Chemical Romance hospitality tickets at Seat Unique

• 1st Jul 2026 — 6th Jul 2026

You'll have several chances next summer to catch Michael Bublé live across the UK, as the beloved crooner will be performing at a number of key British festivals.

Buy Michael Bublé tickets at Ticketmaster

• 6 July 2026

The Colombian reggaeton star blew crowds away with her high-energy performance as the first Latina to ever headline Coachella. Now you can catch her one-off UK show at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

There are still plenty of tickets left for Karol G's VIAJANDO POR EL MUNDO TROPITOUR at Ticketmaster.

Buy Karol G tickets at Ticketmaster

• 6th Jul — 7th Jul 2026

The time has come again – BTS are heading back to the UK.

As all seasoned fans know, getting your hands on BTS tickets is a full-blown mission, especially in 2026, as they're only playing two shows in London. However, Seat Unique still have hospitality tickets left.

Buy BTS hospitality tickets at Seat Unique

• 13th — 15th July 2026

After a long nine years away from the UK, System of a Down have confirmed a UK tour. What was originally supposed to be a one-off gig at London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium quickly turned into two gigs at the stadium due to demand. The heavy metal band will be joined by Queens Of The Stone Age and Acid Bath.

Buy System of a Down tickets at Ticketmaster

• 18th — 28th July 2026

Bruno Mars is back— not that he ever really went anywhere. While he hasn't been focusing on his solo music over the past few years, the singer-songwriter has been collaborating with Anderson Paak in their soul/funk duo Silk Sonic, as well as releasing the hit track APT with Rosé from BLACKPINK.

• Buy Bruno Mars tickets at Ticketmaster
• Buy Bruno Mars hospitality tickets at Seat Unique

• 24th July — 1st August 2026

Country singer Luke Combs 2026 tour sold out instantly, as did the extra dates he announced. Luckily, there are still hospitality tickets left at Seat Unique.

Buy Luke Combs hospitality tickets at Seat Unique

• 14th — 23rd August 2026

Due to phenomenal demand, The Weeknd has extended his After Hours Til Dawn Tour (which was originally two nights at London's Wembley Stadium) to five Wembley Stadium shows, plus two nights at Dublin's Croke Park.

Buy The Weeknd tickets at Ticketmaster

• 15th August — 1st September 2026

Ariana Grande is heading on her first tour in seven years next summer and the Going Out team, for one, are thrilled! When tickets were released last week, the demand was so high that five extra dates were added to the tour — doubling its original number.

Buy Ariana Grande tickets at Ticketmaster

• 28th August — 9th September 2026

Bona fide rock and roll superstars Bon Jovi are returning to the stage, bringing their Forever tour to audiences across the globe.

• Buy Bon Jovi tickets at Ticketmaster
• Buy Bon Jovi hospitality tickets at Seat Unique

• 30 Aug — 5 September 2026

A$AP Rocky has announced four huge UK and Ireland tour dates as part of his Don't Be Dumb World Tour.

• Buy A$AP Rocky tickets at Ticketmaster
• Buy A$AP Rocky hospitality tickets at Seat Unique

• 22 Sep — 15 Nov 2026

The former One Direction member has announced the release of his fourth studio album Dinner Party, which is set to come out later this year, followed by a UK and Ireland tour running from September 2026.

Buy Niall Horan tickets at Ticketmaster

• 6 Oct — 28 Oct 2026

It's a big year for fans of indie music, as The Strokes have announced their seventh studio album, as well as another world tour.

Fans can catch them at four different venues across the UK in 2026.

• Buy The Strokes tickets at Ticketmaster

• 19 Oct — 2 Nov 2026

Rapper J Cole has announced a major world tour in 2026, with eight dates planned in UK arenas.

The Fall-Off Tour will be the artist's first solo headline tour in five years, following 2021’s The Off-Season Tour, and his first full global run since 2017.

• Buy J Cole tickets at Ticketmaster
• Buy J Cole hospitality tickets at Seat Unique

• 5—19 July 2027

This pop princess has announced four UK shows in 2027, all of which are taking place at The O2 in London.

While tickets sold out almost immediately, you still have a slight chance of getting a re-sale ticket— if you manage to get onto the site at the exact right time.

• Buy Olivia Rodrigo tickets at AXS
• Buy Olivia Rodrigo tickets at Ticketmaster

Despite the recently skyrocketing demand for tickets, there are plenty of general access tickets remaining for artists touring the UK in 2026. All remaining tickets have been included alongside the artists in the list above.

It's no secret that the ticketing industry has changed greatly in the past few years, as demand for live shows has soared post-pandemic.

This means that nowadays it's often extremely difficult to get your hands on concert tickets for large venues like the O2, Wembley Stadium or the Eventim Apollo, especially if the artist is a household name.

As it becomes increasingly difficult to get tickets for tours and concerts, there is a major way to get around this: purchasing hospitality tickets.

Due to their increased price, hospitality tickets aren't an option for everyone. However, if you have the disposable income, you're more likely to get your hands on hospitality tickets rather than general access as there is lower demand.

Out of the artists listed above, those who have hospitality tickets still available are listed with ticketing sites like Seat Unique and Ticketmaster, where tickets are still available.

While nothing has been confirmed just yet, there are plenty of rumours circulating about who will be next to announce their UK tour dates.

2026 will see the 50th anniversary of Irish rockers U2. The band have been known to celebrate anniversaries in the past with tours and performances, so we wouldn't be surprised if announcement comes our way soon.

Fred Again recently released an album, with USB arriving on 12th December 2025, which makes us think that a USB tour could be on the horizon...

Be sure to check back so we can keep you up-to-date with all the last UK tour rumours.

For more live entertainment in 2026, take a look at the biggest celebrities coming to the West End next year and the best UK musicals on tour.

There's no doubt that Alton Towers is a great day out for the whole family. The excitement of running around with friends and enjoying gravity-defying rides is second to none – even queuing to get on the rides is fun.

The amusement park boasts over 40 rides plus 10 themed-areas with something to entertain everyone, from thrill-seeking teenagers to tiny tots. There’s The Smiler with 14 loops, Oblivion with its tell-tale vertical drop, and the Toxicator, an addition to the Forbidden Valley group of rides.

On the less spooky side of things, Alton Towers also has a colourful Cbeebies Land for little tots, a SEALIFE Centre, and a waterpark which has water canons, slides, coasters and flumes which are sure to be loved by all, as well as garden space to enjoy a picnic.

Feeling inspired to take a trip? Here’s how you can get cheap Alton Towers tickets.

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The RadioTimes.com team know a thing or two about bagging cheap tickets. Just take a look at our how to get cheap concert tickets and how to get cheap football tickets guides.

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• How to get cheap Alton Towers tickets
• Best Alton Towers deals at a glance
• Best Alton Towers deals: cheapest ticket and hotel offers
• How to travel to Alton Towers

We’ve put together this guide to help you buy Alton Towers tickets for as cheaply as possible, and we also have some tips and tricks for keeping the cost down when buying tickets in general. Let’s take a look.

Plan ahead. For Alton Towers and other theme parks like Thorpe Park, buying tickets online is a lot cheaper than turning up on the day. So, if you’re able to plan a day out in advance, we recommend doing so.

Select a ticket type. Have a think about what you’d like out of the day. At Alton Towers, you can choose between a theme park day pass, a water park day pass, and a crazy golf game. When you buy in advance online, the theme park pass will set you back £34, whereas the water park pass is slightly cheaper from £18, and the crazy golf pass is even cheaper still from £5.

Read the offers below. Not to toot our own horn, but we have found some pretty great deals that will help you get cheap Alton Towers tickets.

Buy Alton Towers tickets at Alton Towers

Make sure you read our Romeo & Juliet review with Sadie Sink and how to get London Palladium panto 2026 tickets.

• Save 52% on Alton Towers tickets
• Book Alton Towers short stay from £42
• Save 28% on Alton Towers water park tickets
• Enjoy 12 months of fun with the Annual Pass from £64
• Get 20% off waterpark tickets with Merlin
• Play a nine-hole game of extraordinary golf for £5
• Bag a Parent and Toddler Pass for just £29
• Discounted Alton Towers tickets with Tesco Clubcard
• 1/3 off Alton Towers passes with National Rail
• Get over 300 days' entry with the Merlin Annual Pass
• Get £21 student tickets with Student Beans
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We know how difficult it can be to get your kids organised — even getting them ready for school on time is no mean feat! However, if you are able to plan your Alton Towers trip in advance, we strongly recommend doing so as it will save you some pennies.

Buying an Alton Towers theme park day pass on the door (or the large theme park gate) will set you back £68, whereas purchasing them online will save you half the price at £32 each.

Buy an Alton Towers day ticket for £68 £32 (save £36 or 52%) at Alton Towers

Right now short breaks at Alton Towers start from just £42 per person. This is for off-peak times of course, but still worthy of attention!

Buy Alton Towers short break tickets from £42

The Alton Towers Annual Pass gives you access to Alton Towers for 12 month for just £64. This means you only need to visit the park twice to make your money back.

Enjoy 12 months of fun with the Annual Pass

If water activities are more you and your family's bag, why not swap the theme park for the water park? It's jam-packed with water rides and slides for all ages.

Entry into the water park will cost £25 on the day, and you can get in from only £18 if you book online in advance. That’s a decent saving of £7.

Buy an Alton Towers water park ticket for £25 £18 (save £7 or 28%) at Alton Towers

What's the deal: Merlin pass holders can get their hands on a ticket to the Alton Towers waterpark for just £14.40, a reduction of 20% on the RRP.

Why we chose it: The advantages of the Merlin pass are endless getting you access to water-based fun as well as a range of Britain's theme parks.

Get 20% off waterpark tickets with Merlin

What's the deal: Enjoy a nine-hole game of crazy golf at Alton Towers for just £5.

Why we chose it: This isn't just crazy golf, it's extraordinary! The most extraordinary thing about it is the ultra-low price of just a fiver for a full game.

Play a nine-hole game of extraordinary golf for £5 at Alton Towers

What's the deal: This offer is an online exclusive during off-peak periods, and it'll see you secure an adult and toddler (under five-years-old) ticket for just £29. So you and your little one can have a fantastic day meeting Bluey, celebrating CBeebies Land's 10-year anniversary, and more this summer.

Why we chose it: With this deal, toddlers essentially go free, as an adult ticket booked in advance will set you back from £29.

Buy a Parent and Toddler Pass for £29 at Alton Towers

Like with Thorpe Park, you can get discounted tickets to Alton towers with Tesco Clubcard. It works like this: scanning your Clubcard generates points, and you can convert these points into Tesco Reward Partners vouchers. In this particular offer, you get double the vouchers’ face value to use on tickets. For example, £5 in points is £10 worth of vouchers.

• Turn every 50p into £1 to use at Alton Towers Resort with Tesco Clubcard
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The Merlin Annual Pass gives you access to some of the UK's biggest attractions, including Alton Towers and Thorpe Park. With prices usually starting at £139, you can get the Essential Pass, which gives you over 300 days entry to any of the attractions available. Or, you can upgrade to the Silver or Gold passes, which give you more days and extra perks like free parking and a discount on fast track vouchers.

Get over 300 days' entry with the Merlin Annual Pass

National Rail is offering 1/3 off Alton Towers tickets when you travel by train.

If you're planning on travelling to Alton Towers via train, this deal is a no brainer. Plus, accessing the tickets couldn't be easier: simply choose an attraction, download and print the voucher or buy your tickets online, travel by train, and remember to present the voucher.

1/3 off Alton Towers passes with National Rail

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Students can snag £21 tickets to Alton Towers – that's a saving of £14 on the online one day pass price. All you have to do is verify your student status with Student Beans and you're good to go.

One of the biggest perks of being a student (aside from immersing yourself in the world of learning and going to cheap freshers events) is student discount. Getting a cheap Alton Towers ticket is a great way to de-stress after exams, so make the most of it while you can.

Get £21 student tickets with Student Beans

Speaking of National Rail, are you wondering what's the best way to travel to Alton Towers Resort? Well, let us enlighten you. As we mentioned earlier, the RadioTimes.com team would always prefer to catch public transport to places rather than drive as it avoids traffic jams and you can unwind on the journey, perhaps you could read a book (did you know we have a best Kindle deals guide?), listen to an audiobook (be sure to check out the best Audible deals for this month), or try to prevent the kids from picking on each other.

But is the cost of public transport cheaper than petrol? Well, with our how to get cheap train tickets article, we break down the best ways to travel for less, for example, buy a Railcard to save over 30% of the overall price or book tickets in advance. To save money on Alton Towers tickets, we recommend buying in advance anyway, so why not kill two birds with one stone and purchase train tickets at the same time?

The nearest train station to Alton Towers Resort is Uttoxeter station, which is just a 30-minute bus journey from the theme park.

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• Save up to 1/3 of the train fare with a Railcard

If you'd prefer to drive to Alton Towers, it's worth knowing where you'd park your car.

There is a car park at Alton Towers, and it's roughly a 15-minute walk to the main theme park entrance. Parking will set you back £10 for an all-day ticket, and there are a few ways you can purchase a ticket: on the Alton Towers website, through the Alton Towers Resort app, at the main theme park entrance, or at the Resort Box Office. Your ticket will be scanned when exiting the car park.

Buy a standard parking ticket for £10 at Alton Towers

If you live in the surrounding areas to Alton Towers, such as Stoke-On-Trent, Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Birmingham, and Sheffield, we believe you'll have time to travel to and from Alton Towers, and experience it within a day.

If you live further afield, or perhaps you and your family would like to really make the most of the 40-plus rides and 10 themed areas, then we recommend booking an overnight stay.

Looking for some experiences in the capital city? There are some great ones in our best escape rooms in London, best West End shows and London walking tours.

As summer grows ever closer, it’s time to start planning family weekends and getting creative with activities to keep the kids entertained.

So, why not take a look at Thorpe Park? The theme park is located in the middle of Chertsey and Staines-upon-Thames in Surrey, about an hour's drive from London.

It boasts over 30 scream-tastic rides, including some of the UK's most well-known like Stealth, Colossus, Nemesis Inferno and the Swarm.

There are plenty of attractions for youngsters, too, like the Flying Fish junior coaster, Storm Surge, Tidal Wave, Angry Birds 4D Experience and tons more. And remember: under threes go free at Thorpe Park, too, as do carers.

It's no secret that theme parks can be an expensive hobby, so let's find out how you can secure cheap tickets to Thorpe Park; or, you can also check out our Thorpe Park review.

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Nowadays with the cost of living, you want family days out to be as cheap as possible without compromising on the fun. Theme parks don't have to be a costly day out, as there are simple switches you can do to bring the cost down, like making packed lunches and taking advantage of rail companies' discounts.

One thing that you can't avoid paying for, though, is a park ticket. Here's how to get them for less.

Book in advance. Theme parks, such as Thorpe Park and Alton Towers, sell tickets for significantly cheaper online in comparison to if you  bought tickets on the day. Booking tickets in advance also avoids potentially missing out, too.

Shop around. If you're looking to make the most out of a theme park, have a gander if there are any package deals or short breaks.

For inspiration on how to entertain little ones, take a look at the best UK family days out. 

• Get 50% off Thorpe Park tickets
• Enjoy 12 months of fun with the Annual Pass
• Discounted Thorpe Park tickets with Tesco Clubcard
• Get discounted overnight stays for Merlin and Thorpe Park Annual Passholders
• Get Thorpe Park tickets for £27 off plus flexible booking at DaysOut.co.uk
• Save £42 or 66% on student Thorpe Park tickets
• Get over 200 days entry with the Merlin Annual Pass
• Get up to £40 off on the Merlin Annual Pass for students
  
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This is one for the early birds, the super organisers, the bargain hunters: save 50 per cent on Thorpe Park tickets when you book them in advance.

A day ticket to Thorpe Park will usually set you back £66, but if you book online, it’s £33; that’s a whopping £33 off or 50 per cent discount. For just under 30 quid, you can experience over 30 attractions, and get access to events if they’re on your chosen day.

Buy a Thorpe Park day ticket for £66 £33 (save £33 or 50%) at Thorpe Park

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The Thorpe Park Annual Pass gives you access to Thorpe Park for an entire year for just £64. That means you only have to visit three times to make back your money.

Enjoy 12 months of fun with the Annual Pass

Who doesn’t have a Tesco Clubcard these days? Downloading it to save 50p on a Tesco meal deal is worth it in itself, in our humble opinion, but there’s also many more great savings to be made, too.

Scanning your Clubcard generates points, and you can convert these points into Tesco Reward Partners vouchers where you get double the vouchers’ face value to use on tickets: so £5 in points is £10 worth of vouchers, for example.

You can use these vouchers on attractions across the UK, including Thorpe Park.

• Save on Thorpe Park tickets with Tesco Clubcard
• Get a Tesco Clubcard to bag great savings

There are plenty of benefits to being a Merlin or Thorpe Park Annual Passholder, even beyond saving on entry! Merlin and Thorpe Park Annual passholders can get up to 20% off stays in the Thorpe Park Shark Cabins, available all year round.

This package includes fun extras such as first or last hour fastrack on your second day (excluding Hyperia), a buffet breakfast and live entertainment, games and quizzes.

Get discounted overnight stays for Merlin and Thorpe Park Annual Passholders

If you have older children, it can be tricky to find something to do that everyone in the family will enjoy. Well, the good news is that anyone with a valid student ID can get a huge saving on tickets for Thorpe Park. Whereas day tickets would normally set you back £66, students can now get them for £21. That's a saving of over half price.

Buy a Thorpe Park student day ticket for £64 £29 (save £35) at Thorpe Park

The Merlin Annual Pass gives you access to some of the UK's biggest attractions, including Thorpe Park, Chessington and Alton Towers.

The cheapest option is the Essential Pass, which gives you over 300 days entry to any of the attractions available and will set you back £139.

You can upgrade to the Gold or Platinum passes, which give you 364 days, and extra perks like free parking and a discount on fast track vouchers.

Buy the Essential Pass from £139 per person at Merlin Annual Pass

To find out more, check out our guide to what is the Merlin Pass?

With Student Beans you can save £20 off a Essential Pass which would normally set you back £139. You can also get £30 off a Gold Pass which brings the price down to £210, or if you want to get all the benefits of a Platinum Pass you can save £40 which brings the price down to £259 annually.

• Merlin Essential Pass | £139 £119 annually at Student Beans
• Merlin Gold Pass | £239 £209 annually at Student Beans
• Merlin Platinum Pass |£299 £259 annually at Student Beans

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Thorpe Park is situated in Thorpe, Surrey, just outside of London. It’s easy to get to by train, and Trainline and National Rail have some great deals on to help you and your family get to your destination as cheaply as possible. Let’s check them out.

Staines is the nearest train station to Thorpe Park, and there’s a shuttle bus (number 950) which runs every 15-20 minutes. The shuttle bus starts running nice and early at 9am, and stops running from Thorpe Park an hour after the park’s closing time.

Perfect for the school holidays, National Rail has launched National Rail’s Days Out Guide, which sees you get up to two for one entry at top attractions around the UK, including Thorpe Park.

Trainline is great for cheap tickets, as is TrainPal, which offers frequent voucher codes and deals as well as taking off booking fees. Plus, it's always worth trying to get a Railcard, which will see you save up to one third of the fare price.

• Buy cheaper train tickets with TrainPal
• Save up to 1/3 on the train fare with a Railcard

If you're travelling to Thorpe Park by car, you'll be pleased to know that there is in-resort parking. A car parking ticket will set you back £12 if you purchase online before. So why not save that extra quid and put it towards some car snacks instead?

Buy a one-day car parking ticket for £12 at Thorpe Park

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