English Tourism Week 2026

English Tourism Week is an annual celebration of the tourism industry, showcasing its importance to local communities and economies.
The theme this year is 'Local Stories, National Growth — Celebrating English Tourism Week' and will take place on 13-22 March.

Take a look in our VisitRichmond Guide, take some inspiration for the next or first time you #VisitRichmond

Inspiration

Home of the Poppy Factory

Explore the home of Remembrance in Richmond-upon-Thames.
1. 1 Jan 202631 Dec 2026
Home of the National Archives

Explore 1,000 years of history on your doorstep and head to The National Archives.
1. 1 Jan 202631 Dec 2026
Home of Eel Pie Island

Celebrating all that has made this little Thames island so famous - from it's working boatyards to the part the Eel Pie Island Hotel played in the British Blues explosion of the 1960s and how it helped superstars such as the Rolling Stones, Rod Stewart and Eric Clapton kick start their musical careers.
1. 1 Jan 202531 Dec 2026
Home of Theatres
Home of J.M.W Turner
Home to the Largest Royal Park in London
Home of 21.5 Miles of River Thames
Home of England Rugby

Explore Allianz Stadium with a rugby expert on a behind-the-scenes tour, then journey through rugby history in the World Rugby Museum.
1. 1 Jan 202631 Dec 2026
Home of Alexander Pope

Alexander Pope's Grotto is the last remaining part of his villa, which he built in 1720 on the banks of the Thames at Twickenham.
1. 1 Jan 202631 Dec 2026
Home of the Royal Ballet School

'The best thing about being at The Royal Ballet School is that everyone has the same passion.'

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English Tourism Week 2026

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