Jesse Caple

So much history so many unsung heroes and so little time. I was a bit time poor today but really wanted to visit this bastion of WW2 secret war winning legend. I got a taxi to the Park from Milton Keynes Central station with a quick stop at the hotel on the way. Driver agreed to pick me up there 3hours later and I was not disappointed. It is only a short walk from Bletchley station however and not much more from Bletchley Town Centre. This venue is very wheelchair friendly and is packed with information. The staff are incredible and go out of their way to make the visit special. As usual I spent too much in the gift shop but just couldn't resist as the items for sale are very relevant and not the usual fare. A gentle stroll around the grounds takes you through the actual buildings where democracy was saved by dedicated people who worked tirelessly to glean the intentions of the Nazis and give the allies the upper hand from early on. Without these heroes the world might be a different place today. The grounds are kept in immaculate condition and there is even a play area for the children, however on my visit many of the kids were enthralled by the interactive exhibits. A pair of older children (early twenty somethings) were having a great time trying on some of the authentic 40s apparel supplied for the purpose. Photography without flashes is welcome and the cake and tea I had in hut 4 was superb. There are guided and self media assisted tours available but I chose to go it alone as I'm familiar with the history. I would recommend this as a must see activity.

So much history and so much to see. We took advantage of the breakfast option to beat the queues and it was a good idea. The crowds are always huge at this place but pretty much well behaved too. There are many guide options on offer from live to recorded self tours. We chose the gawk and wander approach. It was stunning to see the various moments in history and the hall of Guerre is a must see.

Saw "Wicked" last night and it was a mindblasting experience. From the foyer through to the end of the show was magical. The staff in their smart red uniforms were so helpful and the ushers were so pleasant. The show itself was a masterpiece but that's another story🧙🏼👏🏻I've been to theatres in London where I have felt like I should cast my eyes down from the establishment lest I sully their reputation as an entertainment icon. The exact opposite feeling was on offer at the Lyric. I felt I was the one being honoured and appreciated and I felt welcome the whole time, right up to the cheery merch stand folks and the bright happy farewell at the exit. I will never be hesitant to tout this venue as one of the best I've ever been to🤩😘