8 Beyond-the-ordinary Experiences to Tick-off in the UK

Glide down the world’s longest tunnel slide at the ArcelorMittal Orbit

Beautifully designed for the London Olympics 2012, the ArcelorMittal Orbit at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park is London’s tallest tower and a pat on the back of its impressive skyline.

 

Hop on the 80-metre-tall elevator to reach the viewing platforms, where you can catch panoramic views of London’s iconic buildings dotting the horizon, switch worldly perspectives on the fun concave mirror installations and glide down the world’s longest tunnel slide too.

You can also embark on a retail therapy at one of Europe’s largest shopping centres and go café hopping, just a short walk away.

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Tune into Some Beatlemania at the Magical Beatles Museum

Imagine a house filled with artefacts belonging to the most loved pop band of all times  that’s Magical Beatles Museum for you! Located in the hometown of the band at Liverpool, this former Victorian warehouse is an ocean of Beatles’ annals, tokens and keepsakes.

 

Find John Lennon’s glasses peering at you, Ringo’s Ludwig snare drum and stool eagerly awaiting the next concert, George Harrison’s guitar singing its own silent tune and Paul McCartney’s bass amp standing testimony to the band’s glorious days.​

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Bend It like Beckham at Manchester

An old town at the epicentre of the famous Industrial Revolution, Manchester is a cultural melting pot dotted with iconic tourist attractions.

 

Marvel at the striking Neo-gothic architecture of the Manchester Town Hall, indulge in fun photoshoots at the Lloyd Street Albert Square, explore the extensive collectibles at display in The John Ryland’s Library and visit the famous Royal Exchange Theatre  once known as the world’s largest trading room.

 

Do not miss touring the famous Manchester United Football Stadium where you can walk through The Tunnel Club, take in the panoramic view of the stadium and go souvenir shopping at the City Store.

 

You can also indulge in some desi-style tikkas and kebabs at the many Indian restaurants dotting the town.

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Unleash the Daredevil in You with the Wire and Sky Ltd.

Ever wondered what it would be like to swing high over London? Or dangle from a height of 80-metres? You can experience the heart-throbbing thrill of it all with the Wire and Sky Ltd. in the United Kingdom.

 

Feel the insane adrenaline rush of dropping from the 162-metre-tall viewing platform of The British Airways i360 at Brighton, climb atop The O2 and feast your eyes on London’s striking skyline, tear across the city with a speed-boat ride on The Thames and feel your pulse racing while abseiling off the ArcelorMittal Orbit.

 

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Relish English Bakery with London Views at Brigit's Afternoon Tea Ltd.

Picture this – you are admiring the magnanimous scale of the London Eye while an oven-fresh slice of croissant and a cup of classic English tea is served for you. Heavenly, right? That is what Brigit’s Afternoon Tea Ltd. brings to you.

 

Hop on-board a vintage double decker bus and take in the views of the famous Westminster Abbey, swing by the Big Ben, click a lovely picture of The Royal Albert Hall and if lucky, you might also spot the Prime Minister at Downing Street. With their impressive menu and dietary options, this is truly going to be a meal-with-a-view experience!

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Solve a Mystery at Sherlock: The Game Is Now

Get into the shoes of the legendary detective in a 100-minute original at Sherlock: The Game is Now. Touted to be the only official Sherlock Escape Game, the concept features London in danger with Holmes out of the country. His equally-genius brother, Mycroft is looking for volunteers with abilities like his brother’s and you have been roped in for solving the mystery.

 

Featuring impressive sets, designed to impart the thrill of the Benedict Cumberbatch starrer show, this is definitely a must-do experience for every thrill seeker out there.

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Tour the Legendary Emirates Stadium

Witnessing the buzz of a live Arsenal vs. ManU match might not be easy, but you can experience the next best thing  tour the iconic stadium and home-turf of the Arsenal Football Club.

 

Take a sneak-peek into the players’ changing rooms, feel the throbbing excitement of walking through the players’ tunnel and explore the signature items of former legends like the 1971 FA Final Cup shirt of Charlie George and the 2003-04’s goalkeeper gloves of Lehmann at display in the Arsenal F.C. Museum.

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Soak in Scenic Lake District Views with the Windermere Lake Cruises

Did you know that the famous setting of Wordsworth’s iconic poem ‘Daffodils’ was the Lake District? Yes. From Austen to Wordsworth, the beauty of England’s Lake District has inspired poets and writers through centuries. And with the Windermere Lake Cruises, you can savour some of England’s most-prized views!

 

Capture picture-perfect vistas of Bowness-on-Windermere, set sail on England’s largest lake, gaze at majestic mountains bordering the lake and marvel at stunning sunsets here.

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