The spring equinox (20 March) is almost upon us spelling the start of longer, warmer days and the reopening of major attractions across the country. For those who need an extra incentive to get out and about on home soil, this year's English Tourism Week (17-25 March) will see attractions and operators across the country offering a wealth of fantastic special offers, savings and events all bookable via www.englishtourismweek.com

SPRINGLAND SAVINGS:

25% off a surfing or paddleboarding lesson, Bournemouth
17 - 25 March
Discover the thrill of surfing and paddleboarding this English Tourism Week with Surf Steps in Bournemouth. The teachers at Surf Steps will show you the ropes and have you carving up the surf in no time. Use the code ETW25 when booking online to receive 25% off.
https://www.visitengland.com/experience/english-tourism-week/hang-ten-less

20% off at Raymond Blanc cooking classes, Oxford
17 – 25 March
Cook like a pro and delight your friends and family with your skills by getting 20% off any full-day course in The Raymond Blanc Cookery School. Valid Monday to Thursdays.
https://www.visitengland.com/experience/english-tourism-week/cook-pro-raymond-blanc-cookery-school

Book onto a walking holiday with 10% discount, Somerset
18-25 March
Choose from five night guided walking holidays in Bath, the Cotswolds, Exmoor, Somerset and Wiltshire, with Bath West Walks. Each holiday will enable you to come into contact with nature, wildlife and local heritage. Among the places you can visit are Avebury, Bourton on the Water, Lorna Doone Valley and the National Trust's Stourhead. Mention English Tourism Week to obtain your 10% discount.
https://www.visitengland.com/experience/english-tourism-week/book-walking-holiday-10-discount

Dogs go free at Ellenborough Park Hotel, Cheltenham
March
This March dogs will be allowed to stay for FREE at this five-star hotel in the heart of the Cotswolds. Ellenborough Park, set in rolling green countryside, makes the perfect getaway for dog owners. With 13 dog-friendly rooms, dogs are welcomed throughout the hotel grounds and in set areas of the hotel.
https://www.visitengland.com/experience/english-tourism-week/ellenborough-park-hotel-dogs-go-free

30% off at the Arch Hotel London
13 February – 1 April
Treat yourself to a stay in an individually designed room at the Arch Hotel. 30% off the Best Available Rate, room only. Rate includes complimentary WiFi, Nespresso coffee machine, tea making facilities, complimentary soft drinks from the minibar plus full Sky HD package.
https://www.visitengland.com/experience/english-tourism-week/take-break-30-london-boutique-hotel

Shop like a VIP in Bicester Village, Oxford
17 – 25 March
Get your exclusive invite for designer bargains at Bicester this English Tourism Week. Visit Bicester Village and discover more than 160 boutiques of leading brands. For English Tourism Week, visitors are invited to enjoy a further saving of 10% on the Village price.
https://www.visitengland.com/experience/english-tourism-week/shop-vip-bicester-village

Save 25% on entry to New World Rugby Museum, Twickenham Stadium, Greater London
17 – 25 March
The World Rugby Museum tells the story of rugby from around the world, following the game's history from its origins to the present day. The new museum displays memorabilia from around the world and from all eras, making it a must visit for all rugby fans. Quote VisitEngland for a 25% discount.
https://www.visitengland.com/experience/english-tourism-week/try-new-world-rugby-museum-25

Receive a free animal or tree adoption when booking a walking holiday with Foot Trails
17-31 March
Book an English 2018 Foot Trail (custom made walking trip) during English Tourism Week and receive a free animal or tree adoption Celebrate the English countryside with Foot Trails during English Tourism Week. Choose from a Dormouse, Greater Horseshoe Bat or ancient tree. All are threatened species and your adoption will help monitor populations and enrich English woodlands. You'll receive a special adoption pack, free of charge. Quote Foot Trails Wildlife Trust.
https://www.visitengland.com/experience/english-tourism-week/help-wildlife-booking-walking-holiday

Buy 1 day get 12 months free at British Motor Museum, Warwick
5 February– 25 March
The British Motor Museum is home to the world's largest collection of historic British cars. Visitors can take a walk down the 'Time Road' and discover how both motoring and family life has changed through the decades. Buy 1 day get 12 months FREE when you gift your entrance fee.
https://www.visitengland.com/experience/english-tourism-week/buy-1-day-get-12-months-free

50% saving on Buckt attraction box, Birmingham & surrounding area
1 March – 31 March
Buckt is the UK's only tickets and activities subscription box. Get the chance to visit 5 of Birmingham's best tourist attractions for just £12.50 for 2 people. Save with an exclusive 50% off Buckt, using the discount code 'special50'.
https://www.visitengland.com/experience/english-tourism-week/get-50-buckt-attraction-box

Weave your way around Fairytale Farm, Oxfordshire
17-25 March
Get 20% off entry for Oxfordshire residents this ETW Mixing classic fairy tales, animals, and adventure play, children will love Fairytale Farm. With our exciting adventure playground, an enchanted walk with a surprise around every corner and a chance to meet our amazing animals, there is so much to see and do. It is a sensory and learning wonderland for all the family.
https://www.visitengland.com/experience/english-tourism-week/weave-your-way-around-fairytale-farm

See Norwich for free, Norwich
23 March
Jump aboard Norwich's City Sightseeing Open Top Tour Bus for a free tour exclusively for English Tourism Week. Reserve your free ticket by contacting Norwich Tourist Information Centre. Ticketed offer only.
https://www.visitengland.com/experience/english-tourism-week/see-norwich-free

30% off Bradt Travel Guides
To celebrate English Tourism Week Bradt Travel Guides is offering a 30% discount on their range of award-winning guidebooks. From Cornwall to Northumberland there's a wide range of Slow Travel guides to various counties around England, as well as some inspiring travel literature.
https://www.visitengland.com/experience/english-tourism-week/save-cash-30-bradt-travel-guides

Free things to do in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
March
Discover Lincolnshire in March with a weekend of free entry to many of Lincoln's city and countryside's attractions, plus other free activities and special offers. Highlights include free rides on Lincoln's open-top tour bus and free entry to Lincoln Cathedral.
https://www.visitengland.com/experience/english-tourism-week/have-some-fun-discover-lincolnshire-weekend

UNMISSABLE EXPERIENCES:

Meditation Day at Holistic Yoga Centre, Suffolk
25 March
For the third year, the Yoga Centre is organising a Meditation day where yogis will practice Yogic breathing techniques for improving natural health and vitality, followed by the concentrative and meditative techniques designed to develop and sustain a regular meditation practice.  Price £34.00 per person (includes vegetarian meal + tea refreshments)
https://www.visitengland.com/experience/english-tourism-week/meditation-workshop

Raise funds to celebrate a musical legend, Saunderton
25 March
his benefit concert will be a festival of the best of Aylesbury area live music with all proceeds going towards the 'Earthly Messenger' David Bowie Statue fund.
https://www.visitengland.com/experience/english-tourism-week/raise-funds-solidify-musical-legend

Exclusive distillery tour at the East London Liquor company, London
20 – 23 March
Join the East London Liquor Company for a special English Tourism Week distillery tour. See where the gin and whiskey are brewed and distilled before heading down to the maturation room to taste all the spirits, including their special London Rye® whisky-in-progress. Space is limited, £45 per person.
https://www.visitengland.com/experience/english-tourism-week/savour-tour-east-london-liquor-company

Take a look at Victorian design, Portsmouth
To celebrate English Tourism Week, the Eastney Beam Engine House is welcoming visitors for a special Open Day. This impressive Victorian Building houses a pair of classic Boulton and Watt beam engines and pumps that have been lovingly restored to their original condition.
https://www.visitengland.com/experience/english-tourism-week/take-look-victorian-design

For more information on English Tourism Week, go to:

www.visitengland.com/english-tourism-week

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