Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in United Kingdom (Updated 2026)

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Inverness: Loch Ness & The Highlands

Spend a day Nessie-hunting, take a cruise on the mysterious Loch Ness, explore the village of Fort Augustus, visit the ruined loch-side Urquhart Castle, admire …More

Spend a day Nessie-hunting, take a cruise on the mysterious Loch Ness, explore the village of Fort Augustus, visit the ruined loch-side Urquhart Castle, admire...

8 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$74
Loch Ness and the Highlands Small-Group Day Tour from Aberdeen

The battles, beauty, and whisky: This is your perfect introduction to Scotland. You shed a tear as you hear the tales and tragedies of Scotland’s …More

The battles, beauty, and whisky: This is your perfect introduction to Scotland. You shed a tear as you hear the tales and tragedies of Scotland’s...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$128
Rosslyn Chapel, Kelpies & Stirling Castle from Edinburgh

Explore the rich history and culture of Scotland on a day tour from Edinburgh, visiting notable sites steeped in legend. Explore the mysterious Rosslyn Chapel, …More

Explore the rich history and culture of Scotland on a day tour from Edinburgh, visiting notable sites steeped in legend. Explore the mysterious Rosslyn Chapel,...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$70
The Edinburgh's Harry Potter Walking Tour

Some cities inspire stories. Edinburgh built one. J.K. Rowling wrote much of Harry Potter here — broke, recently divorced, and raising a child — and …More

Some cities inspire stories. Edinburgh built one. J.K. Rowling wrote much of Harry Potter here — broke, recently divorced, and raising a child — and...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$23
Dover Shore Excursion:Post-Cruise Tour to London via Canterbury and Leeds Castle

Make the most of your journey to London after your cruise ends at the port of Dover. This convenient post-cruise transfer to your central London …More

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Make the most of your journey to London after your cruise ends at the port of Dover. This convenient post-cruise transfer to your central London...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$206
North Wales Sightseeing Adventure Day Trip from Manchester

From the time that you meet your driver/guide in Manchester, you will be whisked away to the mystical world of North Wales. On route, you …More

From the time that you meet your driver/guide in Manchester, you will be whisked away to the mystical world of North Wales. On route, you...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$80
Bath, Avebury Stone Circle & Lacock Small-Group Tour from London

When you travel through West England, you feel bewildered. In Avebury, you wonder why Neolithic inhabitants built the largest stone circle in Europe. At Lacock, …More

When you travel through West England, you feel bewildered. In Avebury, you wonder why Neolithic inhabitants built the largest stone circle in Europe. At Lacock,...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$100
Midsomer Murders Tour from London

See the picturesque towns and villages of Midsomer that have played a role in more than 250 suspicious deaths since the show first aired in …More

See the picturesque towns and villages of Midsomer that have played a role in more than 250 suspicious deaths since the show first aired in...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$115
Oxford Harry Potter Insights entry to Divinity School PUBLIC Tour

How does studying at Oxford University compare with studying at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry? Fun tour for Muggles of all ages. Guide will cater …More

How does studying at Oxford University compare with studying at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry? Fun tour for Muggles of all ages. Guide will cater...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$34
Yorkshire Dales Day Trip from York

This Day Trip from York provides the opportunity to explore the stunning landscape of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, visiting Bolton Castle, Askrigg (filming location …More

This Day Trip from York provides the opportunity to explore the stunning landscape of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, visiting Bolton Castle, Askrigg (filming location...

8 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$105
Speedboat 'Ultimate Tower Blast' from Tower Millennium Pier - 40 minutes

Get the ultimate adrenaline rush on a sightseeing speedboat ride in London. Twist and turn at high speed as you listen to a chart-topped playlist …More

Get the ultimate adrenaline rush on a sightseeing speedboat ride in London. Twist and turn at high speed as you listen to a chart-topped playlist...

40 minutes Free Cancellation
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$78
Moors, Whitby & The Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from York

This small-group Guided Day Trip from York provides the opportunity to explore the scenic and picturesque North York Moors National Park, enjoy more than two …More

This small-group Guided Day Trip from York provides the opportunity to explore the scenic and picturesque North York Moors National Park, enjoy more than two...

8 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$105
Herriot and Yorkshire Dales Day Trip from York

This Day Trip from York provides the opportunity to explore the Yorkshire Dales National Park with an introduction to Herriot Country, including the picturesque town …More

This Day Trip from York provides the opportunity to explore the Yorkshire Dales National Park with an introduction to Herriot Country, including the picturesque town...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$105
Jack the Ripper Walking Tour with Expert Ripperologist

The guide is an expert Ripperologist conducting these tours for 30 years dressed in period costume. …More

The guide is an expert Ripperologist conducting these tours for 30 years dressed in period costume....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$23
8 Lakes and Magnificent Scenery - Afternoon Half Day Tour

Best half-day tour for scenery. Your afternoon will be spent touring around some of the most spectacular scenery in the whole of the Lake District. …More

Best half-day tour for scenery. Your afternoon will be spent touring around some of the most spectacular scenery in the whole of the Lake District....

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$120
Cambridge University Walking Tour

We’ve been leading our acclaimed Christian Heritage guided walks for over 25 years, and work with a dedicated team of local guides to bring you …More

We’ve been leading our acclaimed Christian Heritage guided walks for over 25 years, and work with a dedicated team of local guides to bring you...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$20
Peaky Blinders Tour by Taxi with Private Guide

4- hour guided tour of Peaky Blinders TV locations from the award winning BBC show. See over 10 locations including the homes of Polly and …More

4- hour guided tour of Peaky Blinders TV locations from the award winning BBC show. See over 10 locations including the homes of Polly and...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (429)
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$796
Birmingham Walking Tour: Canals, Victorians & Today (1:30pm)

Discover Birmingham’s past, present, and future on this two-hour walking tour starting at the Library of Birmingham. Explore canals, the city’s Georgian industrial pioneers, Victorian-era …More

Discover Birmingham’s past, present, and future on this two-hour walking tour starting at the Library of Birmingham. Explore canals, the city’s Georgian industrial pioneers, Victorian-era...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$20
James Bond Film Location Walking Tour in London

See James Bond film locations and hear insider gossip galore on this 2.5-hour London walking tour! With a Bond expert as a guide, learn all …More

See James Bond film locations and hear insider gossip galore on this 2.5-hour London walking tour! With a Bond expert as a guide, learn all...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (212)
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$27
Doctor Who TV Locations Tour of London

See the sci-fi sights of London on a 2.5-hour Doctor Who’ TV locations tour, led by a local guide. While exploring central London neighborhoods such …More

See the sci-fi sights of London on a 2.5-hour Doctor Who’ TV locations tour, led by a local guide. While exploring central London neighborhoods such...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$34
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