Fall is a great time to visit Great Britain. The weather is cool and sunny, the crowds have dissipated, and there are thriving cultural scenes no matter where you go. Here are some great deals that will make your trip all the richer:
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There’s nothing like seeing a West End production of a great play, like the moving War Horse or The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. Happily, tickets are affordable and accessible via Encore’s ticketing partners, Theatre People, Discount Theatre, and UK Tickets.
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Being in Britain without enjoying high tea at least once is like the Queen walking without an accompaniment of her corgis—it just shouldn’t happen. But this luxury can quickly rack up the pounds in more ways than one.
At London’s legendary Dukes Hotel, high tea is served in the Drawing Room and Conservatory. It's a calm and elegant affair: Scottish salmon, curried chicken, and cream cheese and cucumber are some of the delicate finger sandwiches served, along with scones, jam, clotted cream, assorted pastries, and tea—all for the great value of £29.50 per person.
If you travel to Britain annually, it makes sense to signup for Tastecard, a diner’s club that gets members 50% off or 2-for-1 deals at more than 6,000 restaurants across the isles. Right now, Tastecard is having a special—a £1 membership that's good for the next 90 days. And membership definitely has its privileges as it provides discounts at places of all levels, from Marco Pierre White to Pizza Express.
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Photo credit: Royal Botanic Gardens/Kew[/caption]Finally, if you're heading to the UK for the winter holidays instead, know that prices for rail tickets can reach as high as the Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square. Trainline advises the time to book is now. If you purchase advance tickets—which can be bought up to 12 weeks before your trip—you can save as much as 50%!