VisitEngland is celebrating the best of English tourism with businesses and destinations in a week of events and activities across the country from March 30 to April 7.
Now in its eighth year, English Tourism Week raises tourism?s profile and showcases the benefits of the industry to local communities and the economy.
VisitEngland director Andrew Stokes said: ?English Tourism Week is a fantastic opportunity to shout about the many hidden gems that England has to offer. Whether it is the contemporary culture in our vibrant cities, our countryside?s beautiful landscapes or our seaside destinations there is so much to see and do and we want as many people and businesses to get involved as possible.
?We really have a fantastic week to look forward to in what is arguably the most exciting week of England?s tourism industry calendar, inspiring more Brits to explore England in springtime and throughout the summer as we celebrate our valuable industry, boosting its profile and acknowledging the hard-working people who go above and beyond for our visitors.?
Events are taking place right across the country. One could visit Alnwick Castle in Northumberland, go to Gloucester?s Residents Festival, experience Discover Lincolnshire?s Weekend of activities, visit the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich or discover Stratford?s waterways in a narrowboat.
?Instameets? are also taking place across the country from Kent to Cumbria, Norwich to Manchester to celebrate English Tourism Week with more than 250 Instagrammers expected to attend 11 Instameets showcasing England at its springtime best. This year?s theme is ?microgapping?, with Instameets designed to give attendees a taste of the enriching opportunities to be had in England.
The tourist board has this year invited MPs to show their support for businesses in their area by taking part in a Tourism Constituency Day as part of the week. English Tourism Week constituency day, on Friday, April 5, is an opportunity for MPs to visit local businesses and gain a greater understanding of how tourism benefits the local economy.
Tourism Minister Michael Ellis MP is hosting a drop-in session in Parliament for MPs from 1pm to 2pm on Tuesday, April 2.
Ellis said: ?Tourism contributes hugely to our national economy. It is good for business, good for jobs and good for our local communities.
"English Tourism Week is a chance for us to celebrate the success of this industry and promote the superb range of destinations and attractions across the country.?
Visit www.visitengland.com/things-to-do/english-tourism-week to know more
