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Get up close and personal with the Biebs at Madame Tussauds with our bargain ticketsCredit: Getty – Contributor
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There’s incredible lifelike models to see like Hollywood superstar Benedict CumberbatchCredit: Getty – Contributor
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Queen Elizabeth II is at Madame Tussauds and the family will love to see herCredit: Getty
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Madame Tussauds is a fun, interactive attraction for all ages.
It’s a great opportunity to get a selfie with the wax replicas of all your favourite stars – including The Beatles, Posh and Becks, Harry Styles and Dua Lipa.
There’s eight zones and over 150 lifelike figures across three floors of fun – so there’ll be stars for everyone to meet and enjoy.
You’re sure to have a truly memorable experience – so here’s how to claim.
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‘I’ve saved £350 on family days out with Sun Club’
Catherine Lofthouse has saved a massive £350 on days out and holidays thanks to Sun Club deals.
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She reckons she’s on track to save £1,000 in her first year of being a Sun Club reader.
Catherine said: “There are huge savings to be had on days out and holidays for Sun Club members.
“We’ve already had a great day out at Alton Towers Resort on a school inset day, which would have cost £58 for two people if I’d booked online in advance instead of using my free tickets.
“I also booked Chessington World of Adventures andThorpe Parkduring thesummerholidays, which both would have been more than £65 for two tickets without the Sun Club offer.
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WIN a pair of tickets to see the iconic musical, Starlight Express! We have ten pairs up for grabs.
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Starlight Express is now playing in the specially designed Starlight Auditorium at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre.
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Audiences will be immersed inside a world of speed, song and storytelling as an incredible cast of 40 whizz around and above, performing some of musical theatre’s most beloved songs.
The theatre production setlist includes the classics AC/DC, Make Up My Heart, Light at the End of the Tunnel and of course Starlight Express.
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The songs are all played out as a child’s train set magically comes to life and the engines race to become the fastest in the world.
Rusty the steam train has little hope of winning until he is inspired by the legend of the ‘Starlight Express’.
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Seen around the world by over 30 million people, Starlight Express is an electrifying experience for all ages.
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A BRAND new vintage fairground-themed playpark has just opened its doors in the UK.
The new Adventure Play Fair in Norfolk is “one of East Anglia’s largest themed play areas,” according to the attraction’s Instagram account.
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A new vintage fairground-themed playpark has opened near NorfolkCredit: Instagram/thursford_
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It features many different areas with climbing structures, slides and interactive elementsCredit: Instagram/thursford_
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Sprawled across the 30,000-square-foot park, wooden huts have been converted into all the things you would expect to find at a funfair.
A towering red and yellow Helter Skelter stands out in the play area and has a small climbing wall and exit to a bridge walkway on the side as well.
Then there is a wooden shed standing as a ‘Popcorn Hut’, with a rope bridge leading it to the ‘Hook a Duck’ hut with a slide and another exit to the ‘Hall of Mirrors’.
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Another spot is ‘Tin Can Alley’, where kids can bang on long metal tubes that vary in length to create differently pitched sounds.
The Ferris Wheel, dubbed ‘The Big Wheel’ has a network of tunnels, bridges and different wooden ‘pods’.
While the giant play structure doesn’t move like a Ferris Wheel does, the different cabins have a variety of things to do, including one with a slide out of it.
The carousel also stands stationary, with wooden horses and a long rope bridge coming from its roof and stretching to another part of the park.
And scattered across the park are a number of multicoloured teacups.
Adding to the vintage steam rally theme, there is a train that kids can crawl through, and on hot days, they can have a splash in the UK’s first water fountain organ.
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Classic playground elements are in the ‘funfair’ too, such as swings, pedal quadracycles and trampolines in the ground.
For the parents, there are plenty of picnic benches with parasols to perch on and a cafe to grab refreshments or a light bite at.
One visitor, who headed to the open day yesterday, said: “[T]his is outdoor play on a whole new level.”
Tickets cost £4 per adult and £8 per child and the Adventure Play Fair is open Sunday to Thursday, 10am to 5pm.
While there, families can also explore the museum that has the world’s largest collection of steam engines.
For half price adult admission and free tickets for kids under 12, you can show your Adventure Play Fair tickets.
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And there is also a water fountain area that kids can play inCredit: Thursford
Thursford is also popular in the festive season for its Christmas Spectacular, which includes a three-hour show with over 130 performers.
There is also Santa’s Magical Journey, which includes a meet-and-greet with Father Christmas.
From November, visitors can head on The Enchanted Journey of Light – an immersive light trail with fairytale characters, lanterns and lit-up seesaws and swings.
And if you are looking for something else to do nearby, head down the road to Pumpkin House which has a maize maze, minigolf, tractor sand pits and pumpkin picking in October.
Or you could discover Hindringham Hall – a moated Tudor manor house with fishponds and historic walled garden.
There are holiday cottages at the house too, if you wanted to extend your stay in the area.
Ticket experts have analysed pricing data and industry travel trends.
CEO of AttractionTickets, Oliver Brendon, explained: “It’s easy to assume the early bird always gets the deal.
“In reality, travel companies adjust fares repeatedly based on demand, and we see opportunities appear even in the final days before departure.
“There’s still time to save on last-minute August bank holiday travel if you know when to book.”
Brendon reveals the trick to finding value no matter how late the purchase is made.
Through review of historic pricing, as well as industry reports, Sundays have been found to regularly deliver the lowest average booking prices.
This is because airlines adjust seat availability and prices over the weekend.
Therefore, holidaymakers who plan to book on Sundays can more often find a better deal and pay significantly less than those who book on other days.
3 tips to help you get the cheapest flights when booking holidays
Furthermore, Fridays have been found to be time to avoid as it is the time when prices tend to spike due to increasing demand.
A clear morning advantage has also been found through analyses.
Around 6am is when the fresh fares tend to show up, so it is good to get in early before search traffic ramps up into the day.
So those looking to book a getaway from the bank holiday this month should set their alarms for Sunday morning.
Oliver adds 6am on Sunday, August 17 “both sit within the sweet spot before the long weekend and will give you a chance at potentially unlocking better pricing.”
This timing tip comes from expert insights and data-driven research from travel and ticketing platforms.
It also focused on last-minute booking trends by travellers in the UK.
The advise follows suggestions from CEO of Ryanair, Michael O’Leary, who said flights could also be booked cheaper in the first two months of the year.
Winter months are believed to be the best time of the year to find cheap air fares, as well as just before the peak of school holidays.
Another study looked in to the best time to book flights for certain destinations.
For Faro in Portugal, the cheapest flights for the summer holidays were found to be just five weeks before travelling.
And for long-haul flights like to New York, the best time was found to be June to book for an August vacation.
Other tips for saving money on flights
Here are some of the best ways you can save money on flights
Mistake Fares
A mistake fare is essentially an error that occurs when airlines or travel agents accidentally list the wrong price for a flight.
It might happen when airline staff accidentally leave out a zero — or two — while listing the cost of a ticket online.
While the odds of airlines making these mistakes are fairly low, such incidents do occur from time to time — and travellers can save hundreds of pounds by just keeping an eye out.
However, they will have to be quick as airlines will remove these prices as soon as they spot the mistake.
Being flexible
Being fussy about where you go on holiday can reduce your options for saving money.
Going on Google Flights and clicking on the map instead of searching for a specific destination will show you the cheapest rates to a number of cities.
That way you can make sure you head to the most affordable destination, or at least choose somewhere with cheap flights.
Avoid pricey luggage additions
Most airlines now charge extra for passengers to check luggage in during their flights and it’s much more affordable to fly with just carry-on.
So practice packing before you fly and make sure you can squash everything into a case or bag that will fit in the airline’s hand luggage rules — it could save you a fair amount.
Dianne Bourne went to Gulliver’s World with her kids and realised it’s one of the best value-for-money family days out in the region
10:46, 09 Aug 2025Updated 10:56, 09 Aug 2025
Gulliver’s World theme park resort in Warrington, which has a new “Land of Oz”(Image: Gulliver’s)
For a brilliant family day out, there’s one destination that offers exceptional value whilst keeping youngsters thoroughly entertained. Manchester Evening News lifestyle editor Dianne Bourne ventured to Gulliver’s World with her children and discovered this theme park is seriously underrated.
According to Dianne, the Warrington attraction is “arguably one of the best value-for-money family days out in the region”. Daily passes start from just £14 per person, available through “secret sales” on Gulliver’s official website.
During Dianne’s visit on a glorious Sunday at the beginning of school holidays – likely the busiest and most “peak” period possible – day passes were priced at £25 per person, or £16 for afternoon entry, reports the Express.
She wrote: “Even at £25 per person, I found it to be excellent value, considering the enjoyable full day I spent here with my two children, aged nine and five.”
Gulliver’s frequently gets overshadowed in the theme park hierarchy, especially given its proximity to the enormous Alton Towers.
Whilst it might not rival adult thrill-seekers’ expectations, Gulliver’s targets the family demographic specifically, featuring attractions tailored for ages two to 13.
The new Land of Oz at Gulliver’s World in Warrington(Image: Gulliver’s World)
Dianne observed: “I was quite impressed that even during peak times, queue lengths never exceeded thirty minutes for any attraction.”
Those who haven’t been to this Cheshire theme park in a while will be amazed by the fantastic new additions. The standout feature is The Land of Oz, which was Dianne’s family’s starting point for their day out.
This magical new area takes its cues from the much-loved Wizard of Oz story and its unforgettable characters.
Dianne said: “Visitors can stroll, or dash as my children did, along a yellow brick road… inevitably humming ‘follow the yellow brick road’ repeatedly – if you’re anything like me.”
The first sight that greets guests is the Upside Down House, where you can wander around and marvel at the rather puzzling spectacle of it all, before exiting via a huge slide (adults included) at the end.
The flying monkeys(Image: Gulliver’s)
Dianne added: “My younger son was particularly fascinated by the twitching limbs of the Wicked Witch pinned beneath the house.”
Next to the house is a child-friendly driving experience where little ones think they’re in charge – and they’ll probably enjoy spotting a munchkin (and other colourful characters) along the forest path.
However, the most striking new attraction in this part of the theme park has to be the Winged Monkeys. These creatures from the classic Wizard of Oz have haunted many a dream over the years.
Yet here at Gulliver’s World, visitors can climb aboard one of these spooky creatures as they glide through the air. The brilliant thing about this attraction is that older kids (and grown-ups) can choose to hit a button to flip upside down for an even more thrilling experience, whilst younger ones can simply enjoy the journey as the monkeys bounce up and down.
The Log Flume at Gulliver’s World(Image: Gulliver’s)
Dianne revealed: “My nine-year-old dared to try one spin in the monkey before deciding to remain upright for the remainder of the ride, much to my relief.”
Following all the thrills of the new Land of Oz, Dianne chose to explore Western World and was delighted to discover just a brief queue for one of the most beloved attractions, Apache Falls.
She explained: “This ride is a bit of a hybrid between a Rapids ride and a log flume, and one thing’s for sure – you’re going to get wet. Not that my children minded, they absolutely loved it.”
The Land of Oz at Gulliver’s World(Image: MEN)
Meanwhile, Gully’s Cartoon Studios serves as an excellent spot for lunch and features an extra soft play zone inside the restaurant. Dianne noted: “It’s these little extras that make a day out like this more manageable for parents, I believe. The soft play provided a distraction for the kids while I queued for our hot food at the takeaway.”
There’s so much on offer that Dianne and her family couldn’t experience all the attractions. She commented: “One of the things I adore about Gulliver’s World is its compact layout, making it easy to navigate and ensuring everything feels within reach.
“The park is also visually appealing, boasting plenty of greenery and a large pool at its centre, home to numerous ducks and moorhens that kept the children entertained during our brief ice cream break.”
Compared to other family attractions like the Trafford Centre Summer Funfair where Dianne once spent £64 on rides for two children over just two hours, plus an entrance fee of £10.50 for three of them, Gulliver’s World (which cost £75 for three) offers incredible value for a full day out.
Dianne stated: “I would highly recommend it for anyone looking to entertain children under 12 during the school summer holidays. If you can be flexible with your dates, keep an eye out for those £14 tickets too.”
Camara comes into the fight with a record of 14-4-1, most recently drawing with Caroline Dubois in January of 2025, but had won four consecutive bouts prior to the draw.
SunSport has everything you need to know ahead of the pair clashing at MSG.
When is Chantelle Cameron vs Jessica Camara?
Chantelle Cameron vs Jessica Camara will take place THIS Friday, June 11.
The clash is one of the earlier fights on the card, so ringwalks are expected around 12am BST.
How can I watch Chantelle Cameron vs Jessica Camara and is there a live stream?
Chantelle Cameron vs Jessica Camara will be broadcast LIVE on Netflix as part of the Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano 3 card.
The huge trilogy bout will come at no additional cost to Netflix subscription holders.
If you don’t hold a Netflix subscription, packages start from £5.99 per month, with the most expensive membership priced at £18.99.
How to get tickets for Chantelle Cameron vs Jessica Camara
Limited tickets for Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano 3 card, including the Chantelle Cameron vs Jessica Camara clash, are still available via Ticketmaster.
Hossoland has opened on the North Coast of Poland. Visitors there can explore four fantastical realms within Hossoland: the Dragon Valley of the Mines, the Land of the Vikings, the Kingdom of Baltambrya, and Mermaid City
Hossoland is now open to guests (Image: Hossoland)
Europe’s theme park scene has been transformed with the opening of Hossoland, an awe-inspiring new park that rivals Disneyland Paris.
Hossoland was due to open on May 31, promising a spellbinding experience on Poland’s northern coast. After a four-week delay, the doors have now swung open. The park is centered around a lighthouse, and the fairytale adventure land is inspired by enchanting Baltic folklore and legends.
Visitors can explore four fantastical realms within Hossoland: the Dragon Valley of the Mines, the Land of the Vikings, the Kingdom of Baltambrya, and Mermaid City. Plans for the park were unveiled in 2017, with anticipating growing ahead of its launch since then.
Spanning an impressive 400,000 square metres, Hossoland will boast an array of 50 thrilling rides when it is fully operating. Right now it has 24, including The GhostRider, a stunning steel coaster that towers at 53 metres high, sending riders hurtling at an electrifying speed of 72 mph.
The park opened after a four week delay(Image: Hossoland)
It is the biggest theme park in Northern Poland (Image: Hossoland)
In a chat with Planet Attractions, Hosso Group’s vice president, Karen Hovsepyan, said: “The location not only makes it a standout attraction within Poland but also a key destination for residents of nearby Berlin, promising to boost regional tourism significantly.”
With 20 food and beverage outlets, Hossoland caters to all taste buds. The Hosso Group has ambitious plans for future expansion, envisioning a waterpark and further themed areas post-launch.
Ahead of that expansion, some have criticised the scope of the theme park. While Poland’s biggest theme park, Energylandia, has 18 rollercoasters, Hossoland currently has four. One critic felt that this was too few, and those on offer too gentle.
“But do you plan something more hardcore for adults? Me and my 15-year-old son are waiting impatiently,” they wrote. Some have suggested that the park is a little pricey. Currently, it costs £34 for adult entry and £30 for children.
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On its first day open, a light rain fell on those who visited. Among them was a family of four from Silesia. Marlena, the mum, Szczecin that the park was perfect for families and younger kids. ” The entire park has a seaside feel. There are Vikings, mermaids, water, boats,” she added.
For theme park enthusiasts in the UK keen to explore Hossoland, the closest airport is Szczecin. Direct flights are offered by Ryanair from Liverpool and London, making the park roughly a one-hour drive from the airport or under a three-hour trek from Berlin.
Yet Hossoland is not the sole newcomer aiming to rival Disneyland Paris come 2025. Another upcoming contender is Bommelwerald, an indoor amusement park inspired by the Dutch comic series featuring Tom Poes and Oliver B. Bommel by artist Marten Toonderand.
Set to inaugurate later this year, Bommelwerald promises 18 attractions sprawled over a 9,000 sqm expanse, including a pint-sized flume ride and a tower for climbing. A castle-themed entrance leads into various imaginatively themed zones like the Dark Tree Forest and an area dedicated to inventors.
Located in Rust, southwestern Germany, between Freiburg and Strasbourg, France, Europa Park is the largest theme park in Europe. It is also the second most visited resort in Europe, after Disneyland Paris.
THE most iconic tennis tournament in the world is BACK for another year of scintillating action.
All eyes turn to the capital, as tennis superstars, celebrities, royalty and tens of thousands of fans descend on Wimbledon for two weeks of non-stop action.
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Carlos Alcaraz is aiming to win a third successive Wimbledon titleCredit: The Times
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Coco Gauff is among a number of women’s singles stars aiming for a first Wimbledon titleCredit: Getty
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Emma Raducanu reached the fourth round in 2024Credit: GETTY
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Brit heartthrob Jack Draper is hoping to go past the second round for the first time
Back-to-back winner Carlos Alcaraz is looking to build on a thrilling Roland Garros victory over rival and world No 1 Jannik Sinner this summer.
The 22-year-old star has already gone one better in SW19 than Rafael Nadal as the only Spaniard to win the men’s singles tournament in consecutive years, with two Nadal’s two titles in 2008 and 2010 split by Roger Federer in 2009.
Furthermore, Alcaraz goes into the tournament fresh off a Queen’s Club win after beating Jiri Lehecka by straight sets.
Last year’s women’s finalist Jasmine Paolini will be among names such as Coco Cauff and Arnya Sabalenka in the list of women looking for their first singles title at Wimbledon.
Gauff and Sabalenka were Roland Garros finalists, while Paolini won the women’s doubles title alongside Sara Errani.
Barbora Krejcikova is the defending women’s champion but has endured an injury-hit season and lost in the first round at Queen’s.
When is Wimbledon 2025?
Wimbledon 2025 takes place over the course of two weeks in the summer
The tournament will be played between Monday, June 30 and Sunday, July 13.
The men’s singles final will be on Sunday, July 13 while the women’s singles final will be on Saturday, July 12.
How to watch Wimbledon 2025 for FREE in the UK
Wimbledon remains FREE to watch in the UK in 2025.
The BBC will show ALL of the action from the capital this summer.
While they will remain the main domestic broadcaster of the tournament, TNT Sports will show the men’s and women’s singles finals, as well as a 90 minute highlight package each day.
However, full coverage will remain free, as mentioned above, on the BBC.
It will be broadcast across BBC TV channels, the BBC Sport website and can be live streamed on iPlayer.
Alternatively, SunSport will be running a blog with all the latest news and live action as it happens from the All England Club.
Are tickets still available for Wimbledon 2025?
In short, yes – tickets are still available for EVERY day of Wimbledon.
It is a much tougher ask to guarantee exactly which matches you could see on a specific day, however.
The ballot for specific matches and tickets has closed but Wimbledon remains one of the only remaining sporting events where the public can buy tickets on the day of play.
The Queue remains a very popular way to attend the event, although we’d advise early arrival (or even the night before).
Each day it is possible to purchase a limited number of Show Court tickets or Grounds tickets.
The different tickets will allow specific access to certain courts.
There is limited availability on both, but tickets do also frequently become available later in the day should those already inside choose to leave.
Wimbledon also offers a variety of hospitality packages which includes fine-dining, complimentary drinks, prime seating, a concierge service and buggy shuttles to the Gate.
Alternatively, tickets for specific matches on Centre Court, Court 1 and elsewhere are available to purchase on secondary ticket sites such as StubHub.
Hospitality packages can also be purchased via Seat Unique.
*Please note that StubHub and similar secondary ticket resale sites may list tickets above face value.*
Wimbledon Ticket Options
There are a range of ways to get into Wimbledon…
The Queue
As one of the only major sporting events that allows guests to purchase tickets on the day of the event, demand is high.
Each day a large queue forms of people wanting either a Grounds or Show Court ticket – with many even arriving the night before and camping to guarantee a place.
Upon arrival, visitors are issued a Queue Card, which is numbered and dated and should be kept until a ticket has been purchased.
While there is a limited number of entries, it is possible to remain in the queue and wait for people already inside to leave, with those tickets then becoming available.
It is also possible to check the status of the queue on the Wimbledon website.
This year, organisers are asking potential queuers to download the Wimbledon app and create a myWimbledon account.
Show Tickets
If you get to the front of the queue, then there are a limited number of tickets available for purchase for Centre Court and Courts 1, 2 and 3.
Note that Centre Court tickets are available for the first 10 days of the tournament, the final four days were already pre-sold.
Prices vary depending on the Court, seat and day of the event and will increase the further into the tournament you visit.
For example, Centre Court rows A-T cost £105 on Day 1 and £315 on Day 14 (men’s final).
Grounds Pass
A Grounds Pass costs £30 and allows visitors to watch matches on Courts 3-18 on unreserved seats, though there will also be a queue to get into Court 3.
Ticket Resale
From 3pm each day, tickets may become available from people who have left Wimbledon and made their seat available.
A Grounds Pass is needed to join the virtual queue on the Wimbledon App.
Tickets cost £15 for Centre Court or £10 for Courts 1/2.
Hospitality
There are a range of hospitality packages still available on the Wimbledon website.
Hospitality packages offer guaranteed premium seating to major matches as well as fine dining experiences, complimentary drinks, a shuttle and concierge service.
Hospitality packages can also be purchased via Seat Unique.
Secondary Markets
Sites such as StubHub offer tickets for the main courts for specific days and times.
*Please note that StubHub and similar secondary ticket resale sites may list tickets above face value.*
Bold new plans to launch a 20,660-mile sleeper train that will whizz passengers around Europe in stylish private cabins have been announced, but there’s one big catch for Brits
Travelling around Europe could soon look a whole lot different(Image: Nox)
Ambitious plans to connect 100 major European cities together with sleek sleeper trains could become a reality by 2027. Berlin-based start up Nox has revealed its blueprints for an epic route covering a whopping 20,660 miles* to curb the need for short-haul flights. It aims to launch night trains with entirely private rooms that will sleep one or two guests.
Each stylish cabin will feature two meter-long beds, separate seats with tables, and enough space to stand up and store your luggage. Nox also has plans to offer double beds with panoramic window views.
“Our room design allows us to fit more people into our trains than traditional operators can,” said founder Janek Smalla who co-launched FlixTrain, and until 2024 led the German ridesharing market for Bolt. “This, paired with a strict focus on standardisation and operational excellence will allow us to offer affordable fares on over 35 European routes.”
The company says it has already reserved train coaches and is ‘finalising the approval’ of its interior design. It is now preparing the next large financing round for autumn, but did not wish to comment on how much the project is slated to cost.
Thibault Constant and Janek Smalla are the latest players in the European mobility space(Image: Nox)
With sustainability and affordability central to its mission, single rooms will start as low as €79 (£67) while double rooms will cost €149 (£127) but this could fluctuate based on demand. However, there is one big catch for Brits – who have been left out of the proposals.
Speaking exclusively to the Mirror, Nox explained how it originally ‘intended’ to serve London and make it one of its hubs for night trains. “Our route network is data-driven, and based on our analysis, starting in London made sense from a passenger demand perspective,” a spokesperson said.
Nox’s route does not include London, after it was deemed almost impossible(Image: Nox)
However, once the company started looking into the ‘technical and regulatory challenges’ of operating such a service, it deemed bringing the sleeper trains to the UK a ‘near -impossibility’. After speaking to experts, concerns were raised over axle load and technical limitations on HS1, a lack of available capacity at St Pancras International, limited space for maintenance facilities, and Eurotunnel safety requirements.
“Following this setback, we revised our route network and adjusted departure and arrival times in Paris and Brussels to ensure smooth connections with Eurostar services — making it easier for UK travellers to access our network,” Nox added. “Of course, with such strong demand for night trains from the UK, we would love to establish a presence in London.
Cabins will be priced from just £67(Image: Nox)
“However, significant policy changes are needed — including reforms around track access charges, slot availability on HS1 and at St. Pancras (including infrastructure for train servicing and storage), Eurotunnel access, and the regulatory framework for border controls.” Some of these issues have already been challenged by the likes of Virgin, who recently made a punt to apply for access to the Temple Mills depot in north-east London – potentially ending Eurostar’s monopolisation of the tunnel.
But Nox is not setting up to try and disrupt St Pancras. Instead, it’s on a mission to offer a ‘real alternative’ to short-haul flights and make night trains an ‘essential part of European travel’. “Before launching Nox, we conducted extensive research and interviewed over 100 frequent travellers,” the start up told the Mirror.
The private rooms sleep either one or two travellers(Image: Nox)
“We asked them why they chose to fly rather than take night trains. In most cases, the main reasons were a lack of privacy and high prices. That’s why we decided to prioritise both operational efficiency and privacy — through smart room design, streamlined operations, and standardisation across our network — to offer night train tickets at prices comparable to airline fares. For us, it’s the only way to truly encourage people to fly less and choose rail instead.”
*Nox’s longest route is 932 miles, while the shortest is 310 miles. Based on rough averages, this means the proposal will cover a whopping 20,660 miles. You can learn more about Nox here.
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While Wimbledon bosses have confidence in their security provisions, which are reviewed annually, the issue has come into sharper focus this year.
It is estimated that around 1,000 people work in the field of security to some extent across the Championships.
In addition to the screening around the ballot, there are also more checks and balances when it comes to those in the queue.
Anyone gaining entry to the Championships that way will have to be registered with Wimbledon – meaning they’ve had to provide personal information.
In the grounds, as well as police and military personnel, there are other discreet members of the security team.
A team of fixated threat specialists are hired in and can assist the player escort team.
There are also behavioural experts who are trained to spot people acting strangely.
There is significant CCTV coverage on site, and if there are concerns around a particular player then a specific CCTV sweep will be done of the seats near to the player and their box.
On court, protection officers are positioned near the players, with more on Centre Court and No.1 Court.
If something spontaneous happens on site, there are response teams walking round the grounds who can come and support staff.
Security teams are also in regular contact with the referees’ office to discuss issues like scheduling.
In a region where baseball is king, the long-awaited rematch of last year’s World Series between the Dodgers and Yankees is unfolding. Ohtani. Judge. Two of the game’s best, facing off once more.
But just down the 5 Freeway in Anaheim, the home of Disney, the hottest ticket in baseball this weekend belongs to a stilted pitcher, juggling infielders and a yellow-suited, top hat-wearing carnival barker.
For back-to-back nights, more than 45,000 fans packed the Big A to see the Savannah Bananas — a team born from a small-time collegiate summer team that became a tour de force that has forever changed baseball. It was one stop during the Bananas’ most audacious barnstorming effort since their baseball traveling show hit the road just a few years ago.
The Savannah Bananas celebrate amid confetti after beating the Firefighters at Angel Stadium on Friday.
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These tickets were only available through a lottery — reserved months in advance. And when they went on sale, all were gone in an instant. The only way in was through the resale market, where just hours before first pitch on Friday, the lowest price (fees and taxes included) for a pair of tickets on StubHub was $209.52.
Meanwhile, two lowest price StuHub tickets for the Dodgers versus Yankees game were available for $171.72.
All for the sake of “Banana Ball.”
This baseball game is a ballyhoo. One rooted in the thrills, energy and pageantry of early 20th-century carnivals, but with a 21st-century twist — the atmosphere of a TikTok reel brought to life. It’s the showmanship of Ringling Brothers Circus combined with the athletic flair of the Harlem Globetrotters.
But above all, it’s a brand built on Walt Disney’s blueprint— not just to entertain, but to make the audience feel.
“When you look at all the touch points — the joy, the fun, the dancing, the celebrating — and think about all the different stages, just like Walt, we think about all the stages: from the parking lot to the plaza, to the upper deck, to the dugouts,” said Bananas owner Jesse Cole, the man in the top hat. “How do we make someone feel something?”
Instead of lounging in a cushy, air-conditioned owner’s suite, Cole is in the dugout hours before showtime — a Disney-like archetype, his energy as vibrant as his layered, all-yellow suit, braving the afternoon heat.
Savannah Bananas founder and owner Jesse Cole leads the crowd in a cheer as his team takes on the Firefighters at Angel Stadium on Friday.
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“Nonstop,” Cole said, describing Banana Ball in a nutshell. Refusing to sit, not wanting to lose an ounce of edge, he added, “It’s all about energy. We want to give people energy, delivering it every second, from the moment we open the gates at two o’clock until the last fan leaves at 11.”
While gates opened at 2 p.m., fans began arriving as early as 11 a.m. — clamoring for a shot at Banana-themed merchandise, many leaving the team tents with bags in both hands. In the parking lot, two young boys passed the time playing catch, gloves in hand.
As the afternoon wore on and the temperature climbed to 91 degrees, crowds trudged through the heat, some seeking refuge beneath the oversized Angels helmets at the stadium entrance, all for a chance to meet their favorite Banana Ballers. At the pregame plaza party, fans collected autographs, posed for photos and presented handmade gifts to players.
Savannah Bananas mascot Split marches through the crowd before the team’s game against the Firefighters at Angel Stadium Friday.
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When the gates opened, the LaCaze family pointed out their 9-year-old daughter’s favorite player, David “DR” Meadows. Decked out in her signed Meadows jersey, Carrigan LaCaze ran into his arms, with glove and oversized baseball clutched tightly and began speaking with him as if they were old friends.
“I ran to DR, and we started hugging and just started talking for a while because I missed him,” Carrigan LaCaze said. “Tomorrow is actually one year on the dot since I met him.”
A Christmas road trip planned around the holidays, the family of four traveled across three states from their home in Alexandria, La., to Anaheim for two reasons: to visit Disneyland and see the Bananas. It was their second game — the family first saw the Bananas in the club’s hometown of Savannah, Ga., when Carrigan, who is battling cystic fibrosis, was granted a Make-A-Wish experience so meaningful it was a no-brainer to relive it.
“It’s great,” her father, Pierre LaCaze, said of the player interactions. “We’ve gotten to keep track with some of them during the course of the year. We come back, we see them again. You know they’re truly about the fans.”
Rainer Easton, 11, tries to catch a yellow “Banana Ball” from the stands before the Savannah Bananas take on the Firefighters at Angel Stadium on Friday.
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The Bananas don’t sell tickets. They sell connections, moments and memories.
For Cole, meetings are a constant brainstorming session on how to keep fans engaged and interacting. That’s how he measures success. He says when the focus shifts to transactions, the game begins to lose its meaning.
“Our success is not judged by revenue,” Cole said. “It’s not judged by sales. It’s judged by the moments we create.”
But the numbers don’t lie.
The last time the Bananas came to Southern California, they played in front of 5,000 fans at LoanMart Field in Rancho Cucamonga in 2023 — a far cry from now selling out 18 major league ballparks and three football stadiums with capacities over 70,000.
Fans fill the stands as the Savannah Bananas take on the Firefighters in front of a sold out crowd Friday at Angel Stadium.
(Luke Johnson / Los Angeles Times)
Attendance has soared year after year. Last season, the Bananas drew one million fans. This year, that number is expected to double, with more than three million people on the waitlist for their ticket lottery. Every game since February has sold out and every date in June and July is as well.
Michael and Melinda Schulteis, a husband and wife from Mission Viejo, were there the last time the Bananas came to town. When they heard the team was returning, they knew they couldn’t miss it.
“The intimate atmosphere at the last event was great,” Melinda Schulteis said. “But I’m curious, because they do such a good job putting on events, what touches are they going to add to still keep it close and intimate and give us another great experience?”
As the Bananas’ success and reach have grown, spilling out from cozy minor league parks into stadiums not built for intimacy, the games still feel like family gatherings. Whether serenading players with stadium anthems like Bon Jovi’s “Livin’ on a Prayer” or the waving of phone lights to Coldplay’s “Yellow,” the crowd moves in sync, no matter the tune.
While they’re a privately owned team and don’t disclose revenue figures, they’ve confirmed generating millions. Much like their box office appeal, their social media reach extends into the millions as well.
The Savannah Bananas perform a kick line before taking on the Firefighters at Angel Stadium on Friday.
(Luke Johnson / Los Angeles Times)
Their antics — choreographed dances, lip-synced walk-ups, backflip outfield catches — have attracted nearly 10 million followers on TikTok, almost double the combined total of the Dodgers and Angels. That viral mastery, and the parasocial bonds it fosters, is part of what makes every game feel tight-knit.
With his glove by his side, hoping to catch a foul ball for an out — one of the many offbeat rules of Banana Ball — Michael Schulties was disappointed he missed his favorite player, RobertAnthony Cruz, whom he first discovered on social media through his baseball coaching channel, better known as “Coach RAC.”
Cruz, who drew the longest meet-and-greet line, is a former minor leaguer in the Nationals’ farm system and a local — born just an hour away in Fontana. The game was a homecoming for Cruz, who joined the Bananas in 2023.
With more than 70 family members and friends in attendance — and even more social media direct messages asking for tickets — playing in big league stadiums has become a dream come true, especially for a former minor leaguer whose baseball ambitions nearly died when he never got the call to the show.
Savannah Bananas pitcher Correlle Prime delivers at Angel Stadium on Friday.
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Behind all the gimmicks, wackiness and absurdity, the roster is still filled with ballplayers — many of them with unrealized MLB dreams — now finding a second life through Banana Ball. And for Cruz, it’s the happiest he’s ever been in the sport.
“I never would have imagined playing in this capacity,” Cruz said. “Banana Ball didn’t even exist when I was pursuing my dream of professional baseball. To be here, to see a sold-out crowd at a stadium that I went to growing up all the time, it’s very special.”
As the team travels the nation, sold-out crowds and newfound stardom have become the norm for Cruz.
“I’m not surprised by anything anymore,” Cruz said. “If you told me that we’re playing on the moon next year, I’d be like, ‘All right, cool. Let me know when and where, and I’ll be there’ … I wouldn’t be surprised if this thing continues to grow at an unprecedented rate.”
Despite their growing success, the Bananas’ brand of baseball remains polarizing — an easy target for detractors of zaniness, gatekeepers of fun and opponents of pizzazz who either don’t understand it or refuse to see its appeal.
“Anybody that criticizes this, we’re not for them,” Cole said. “There’s tradition in baseball, perfect. They’ve got Major League Baseball. … For people that want to come out and have fun, not take themselves too seriously and see something they’ve never seen before — and hopefully see the greatest show in sports — we built something for you.”
The formula works. And again, the numbers don’t lie.
The Savannah Bananas’ Jackson Olson celebrates a Troy Glaus base hit while the Bananas take on the Firefighters at Angel Stadium on Friday. Comedian Bert Kreischer celebrated behind the Bananas in the dugout.
(Luke Johnson / Los Angeles Times)
Yes, the Savannah Bananas’ brand of baseball is far too outlandish ever to be compared to the major leagues — from flaming baseballs, rump-shaking umps and dress rehearsals. That’s the point. It all feels like something conjured from the wildest dreams of the late Bill Veeck’s imagination found a home, in a good way.
With many of the Banana Ball’s 11 rules — like an automatic strike when hitters step out of the box or ejecting bunting hitters because bunting “sucks” — are grounded in some sports-based logic, the innovations remain sacrilegious to baseball purists.
But for a fleeting moment in December, Major League Baseball and Banana Ball were almost linked.
In Banana Ball, the Golden Batter rule allows teams, once per game, to send their best hitter to the plate regardless of where they fall in the batting order.
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred caused a stir when he floated a potential seismic rule by floating, making an offhand comment about the golden batter rule. Manfred later clarified it was merely “a very preliminary conversation” among members of the league’s competition committee and had not been formally discussed by the full ownership group.
A far-fetched idea, but Manfred has ushered in sweeping changes, from the widely praised pitch clock to the more contentious extra-inning “ghost runner.”
“Anything that’s best for the fans, I’m all in,” Cole said of its potential. “I know Major League Baseball won’t do it because of traditions, but … we’ve had a lot of fun doing it.”
The Firefighters run on the field before taking on the Savannah Bananas at Angel Stadium on Friday.
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But MLB would be behind the Bananas, who already introduced their version of the rule last season with a typical flair and showmanship. Their spin on it is a batter summoned from the dugout wearing a James Brown-esque cape and a gleaming golden helmet — an honor that went to Joe Lytle, who came to bat in the top of the ninth for the Bananas’ Anaheim opponent, the Firefighters.
Ultimately, in a game where the score isn’t the end-all, be-all — but the fun is — the Bananas beat the Firefighters 5–2.
Like any other Bananas game, the festivities took center stage. It began with the “First Peel,” a signature ceremony in which a young fan bites into a banana to declare whether it’s good or bad — setting the tone for the night.
Heisman Trophy winner and USC legend Matt Leinart threw out the ceremonial first spiral (because, of course, he did). And in true fashion, Angels World Series MVP Troy Glaus made a surprise cameo as a pinch hitter.
But what was more important was the trip to Anaheim, a fitting one for Cole and Co.
The team that opened its season lip-syncing “Be Our Guest” from the Disney classic “Beauty and the Beast” — and its owner, cut from the same theatrical cloth as Disney — were celebrated a visit to the Happiest Place on Earth — Disneyland.
Savannah Bananas founder and owner Jesse Cole provides color commentary during the baby race between innings at Angel Stadium on Friday.
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Greeted by fans in yellow gear, Cole’s creation — the Bananas — marched in step down Main Street U.S.A., alongside Walt’s own — Mickey Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck.
“When I walked underneath the castle and over the bridge and in front of thousands of people, they were all there for us,” Cole said. “Then I look and see Walt’s statue, holding the hand of Mickey, and I see that and I’m like, ‘This is special.’”
It was a full-circle moment for Cole, who became “immersed in the magic” after his first trip to Disney World as a kid — and who now says, “In a perfect world, I’d play catch with Walt on Main Street.” Serendipity.
“For me, that was an emotional moment — to know that we have worked so hard to create something that means something to people, that they come from all over the country just for a chance to see us,” Cole added.
