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What’s on this Christmas at Continuum Attractions

Immerse yourself in a Victorian Christmas, meet Santa on a sweet chocolate journey, create your own festive teddy at one of the UK’s most famous landmarks and much more with Continuum Attractions this Christmas.

The Real Mary King’s Close – A Victorian Christmas

Where: Edinburgh

When: Every Sunday in December

What: Be transported to Victorian Edinburgh to hear tales of the festive season from one of the last residents of The Close. Learn how Christmas traditions evolved in the heart of the city and hear fascinating folklore during the interactive experience at the UK’s number one tourist attraction. Warm up with a cup of tea and savour traditional scones, and join in a hands-on, Victorian-inspired craft activity – an ideal way to step into the Christmas spirit, as the Victorians once did.

Book your Victorian Christmas experience here!

York’s Chocolate Story – Santa’s Christmas Tour

Where: York

When: Daily until December 23rd

What: Get ready for a sweet, festive adventure on Santa’s Christmas Tour! This guided journey takes you through the ages of chocolate, revealing York’s rich heritage with each stop – including tales of the city’s chocolate founding families including the Terrys and Rowntrees. Along the way, enjoy delicious chocolate samples and meet Santa in his workshop, where you’ll create your own Christmas-themed chocolate treats.

Book your sweet Santa experience here!

Spinnaker Tower – Santa’s Toy Maker Workshop

Where: Portsmouth

When: Until December 24th

What: This Christmas, something enchanting is happening at Spinnaker Tower that you won’t want to miss. Santa and his merry elves are bringing their toy-making workshop at the top of Portsmouth’s iconic tower. Each child will craft their very own cuddly toy and pay a visit to meet Santa himself! But wait, there’s more! As you explore the tower, keep an eye out for those mischievous elves. Follow their trail and discover the delightful surprises they’ve hidden along the way.

Join the workshop here!

Oxford Castle & Prison – Lantern Led Tours

Where: Oxford

When: Daily (apart from 24th, 25th and 26th)

What: As the nights grow longer, join costumed guides for an atmospheric, lantern-lit exploration of the historic Oxford Castle & Prison, scene of medieval battles, notorious prisoners and more than a few ghostly beings. Hear the real stories of Oxford’s past and climb the 950-year-old St George’s Tower for panoramic views of Oxford’s midwinter skyline before descending to the crypt by flickering lantern light.

Take the tour here!

Coronation Street Experience – Star Tours

Where: Manchester

When: Weekends

What: A long list of Corrie legends from Dame Maureen Lipman to Andy Whyment have graced the set’s Star Tours in the past so who could you meet this December? Coronation Street’s iconic cobbles are open for guided tours of the nation’s favourite street meaning fans can pay a visit to locations including the Rovers Return and Roy’s Rolls, or upgrade to meet a cast member. The Coronation Street Exhibition is also open every day to take a trip down memory lane.

Book your Corrie experience here!

Emmerdale Village Tour – Guided Tour

Where: Leeds

When: Weekends

What: Step into the heart of Emmerdale, where some of TV’s most dramatic moments have unfolded. Walk in the footsteps of the Dingles, Sugdens and Tates around the external Emmerdale Village Tour set, located in the heart of the Yorkshire countryside. Pose outside iconic landmarks like The Woolpack and David’s Shop, and learn about the secrets behind the idyllic filming location.

Step into the drama here!

The Loch Ness Centre – The Tour

Where: Inverness

When: Daily (apart from 25th)

What: Are you ready to uncover the truth about one of the world’s most famous legends? This unique immersive experience allows you to become part of the legend and unearth real stories about Loch Ness along the way. Take a walk through 500 million years of history to explore the myths of the loch, delve deep below the surface of its waters to uncover hidden secrets, discover real objects and artefacts throughout the immersive journey and look into scientific research inspired by sightings of the Loch Ness Monster.

Discover the legend here!

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‘Fabulous’ The Real Mary King’s Close among world’s most reviewed experiences

The Real Mary King’s Close is officially one of the world’s most reviewed tourist attractions!

Our immersive glimpse into 17th-century Edinburgh has attracted more than 1,800 reviews in 2024, more than Disneyland Paris according to latest data from Tripadvisor.

It comes after the Royal Mile attraction celebrated its best summer season ever, welcoming over 93,000 guests from around the globe between June and August. Guests booked from as far afield as Aruba, Trinidad and Tobago, and Tuvalu.

It was also named the UK’s Best Visitor Attraction by TripAdvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards this summer, part of a clean sweep of awards for Continuum Attractions.

Andrew Pawson, our acting CEO, said: “The sheer quantity of glowing reviews is a testament to the rich history we share and the passion our team has for creating a brilliant guest experience. Our success is a direct result of our passionate storytellers who bring Edinburgh’s hidden history to life.”

Since opening to the public in 2003, The Close has welcomed millions of guests, with the number expected to hit 3.9m by the end of 2024.

Discover The Real Mary King’s Close and book your visit here.

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Continuum Attractions and LNER

Explore Edinburgh, York and Inverness with the Continuum Attractions Rail Trail, supported by LNER

Embark on a railway adventure that takes you from the stunning Scottish Highlands to historical city escapes.

We have teamed up with LNER to create the ultimate Continuum Attractions Rail Trail to connect York, Edinburgh and Inverness with London – taking travellers on LNER’s high speed, direct rail route to some of our most popular attractions, all while travelling sustainably.

Picture yourself stepping back into 17th-century Edinburgh at The Real Mary King’s Close, unravelling the mystery of Nessie at The Loch Ness Centre near Inverness, or diving into the delicious world of York’s Chocolate Story. With LNER, you can do all three.

Whether you’re a history buff, chocolate lover, or intrigued by world famous myths, the Rail Trail is the perfect way to explore our attractions and the city’s they call home.

  • First stop: Unravel the mystery of Loch Ness

Begin your journey in the picturesque Scottish Highlands, home to one of the world’s most famous legends – the Loch Ness Monster. Just a short journey from Inverness city centre, visiting The Loch Ness Centre is a must. Immerse yourself in the history and mystery of loch and uncover the science and folklore that has captured imaginations for centuries.

The train journey south from Inverness offers spectacular views of the Scottish countryside, making the trip itself part of the adventure.

  • Alight here to discover Edinburgh’s hidden history

Your next stop is the historic city of Edinburgh, where every turn explores another layer of the past. Visit The Real Mary King’s Close, a unique experience that takes you beneath the streets of the Old Town. Here, you’ll explore a warren of hidden streets that date back to the 17th century, learning about the lives of Edinburgh’s past residents and the city’s darker history.

When you’re done exploring the underground, take a walk up the Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle or enjoy some the city’s renowned museums and galleries.

  • Final stop: Indulge in York’s sweetest secrets

After Edinburgh, it’s back on the rails and down to York, a city steeped in history and charm – with a sweet twist. York’s Chocolate Story invites you to uncover the delicious history of chocolate-making in the city. Learn about the famous confectionery founding families who made York the heartbeat of the UK’s chocolate production and sample some of the treats for yourself.

Beyond chocolate, York offers a wealth of attractions including York Minster, the ancient city walls, and The Shambles – a street that feels straight out of a storybook.

Win a fun-filled adventure with LNER and Continuum Attractions!

One lucky traveller has the chance to win train travel and tickets to a Continuum attraction of their choice for them and three friends or family members.

The prize:

You could win 4x standard train tickets, thanks to LNER, to Edinburgh, York or Inverness to explore The Real Mary King’s Close, York’s Chocolate Story or The Loch Ness Centre.

How to enter:

  1. Like this social post on LNER’s social media channels
  2. Tag a friend who you’d love to take with you
  3. Tell us which city destination or attraction you’d like to visit in the comments

Competition T&Cs:

  • The competition closes at 12pm on Thursday 10th October 2024
  • The prize is non-transferrable, and there’s no cash alternative
  • Open to UK residents aged 18+
  • A winner will be selected randomly and notified after the closing date. If we don’t hear back within 24 hours, we’ll pick another lucky winner
  • Train tickets are valid on the LNER route only. Check the LNER website for available destinations
  • A winner will be selected randomly by the LNER social media team and notified after the closing date
  • Tickets to the selected visitor attraction will be arranged through Continuum Attractions and must be pre-booked

So, what are you waiting for? Get tagging, and you could be on your way to an unforgettable trip with LNER and Continuum Attractions.

Enter here!

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Customer Survey – Prize Giveaway

Thank you for visiting one of our award-winning, UK-wide attractions. We hope you had a great time and created many memories. 

As an attraction operator we want to make sure the experiences our guests encounter is as enjoyable as possible, as such we really value yourfeedback and take the time to read through all given comments. 

To show our appreciation for guests giving us this feedback, we wanted to offer something back in return and are giving guests the opportunity to win a family visit to an attraction of their choice within our portfolio.

So for you chance to win a family ticket and uncover the mysteries and legends of the Loch Ness Centre, in the Scottish Highlands, to take in the scenic surroundings of GreenWood Family Park in North Wales or to climb Spinnaker Tower on England’s south coast simply complete the survey where prompted on the email you have received.

Continuum Attractions is home to a portfolio of attractions nationwide, and to see all of our attractions please visit Our Attractions.

Competition Terms and Conditions

  • By entering the prize draw, you are agreeing to this prize draw’s terms and conditions.

  • The prize draw is open to entrants over 18 years of age (staff members are excluded from the draw).

  • The prize draw will be taken quarterly, and a winner will be chosen from all entries given in the prior 12-month period. 

  • In entering the prize draw, you confirm that you are eligible to do so and eligible to claim any prize you may win.

    • The prize draw is free to enter, and you will automatically be entered into the draw, unless you request otherwise. Should you wish to remove yourself from the draw please contact us at datarequests@continuumattractions.com and we will ensure you are not in contention to win the prize

    • The prize will be a family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) to ONE of our attractions namely: The Loch Ness Centre; York’s Chocolate Story; Oxford Castle & Prison; The Real Mary King’s Close; The Spinnaker Tower; The Coronation Street Experience; The Emmerdale Village Tour; or GreenWood Family Park 

    • Tickets will be valid for a period of 12 months from the winning date and the winner of the draw will be informed over email.

    • Tickets must be booked in advance via the respective attraction, and that attraction’s website. For support in booking your visit please contact marketing@continuumattractions.com

    • The prize is non-transferable and must be used by the winner selected.

        • The prize draw and these terms and conditions will be governed by English law and any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

        • One winner will be selected at random from across all entries, quarterly. If the winner selected does not respond to notification of their win within 14 days of the second attempt at correspondence, they will lose their right to the prize.

        • The prize is non-exchangeable, non-transferable and no cash alternatives will be offered.

          • The decision of Continuum Attractions, regarding any aspect of the prize draw is final and binding. No correspondence will be entered into about it.

          • You consent to any personal information you provide in entering the prize draw being used by Continuum Attractions and our group of attractions, for the purposes of administering the prize draw, and for those purposes as defined within our privacy notice.

          • All personal information shall be used in accordance with the Continuum Attractions Privacy Notice.

          • Continuum Attractions does not provide any form of practical or IT support for this prize. On receipt, all responsibilities relating to warranty and the product are that of the prize winner.

          • Continuum Attractions reserves the right to cancel the prize draw or amend these terms and conditions at any time, without prior notice.

          • The prize draw and these terms and conditions will be governed by English law and any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.