From falconry fun to penguin encounters and owl evenings, it’s fair to say we’ve got a bit of a soft spot for experiences of the feathered kind around here. With so many British birds of prey roaming our skies, we’re a nation that loves watching our birds. And we’re not the only ones – while the internet as a whole seems to have a fascination with owls, it turns out that a lot of our best-loved fictional characters and famous sidekicks have been birds. It’s no surprise that so many people want to get up close to these animals in person, be they famous birds or not. So whether you’re watching children’s…

At Red Letter Days we are well and truly in the Christmas spirit (don’t judge us, November is NOT too early to start celebrating). From big comfy jumpers and evenings tucked up in front of the television to glittering decorations and catchy jingles, there’s so much to be excited about! However, as we’ve previously mentioned, our favourite part by far is the festive fare! We’ve already rounded up the best Winter Warmer Recipes around, and it was such a deliciously thorough collection we had to split it into two parts. Now it’s time to move onto the really important stuff… the booze! Check out a fantastic Christmas cocktail recipe to get…

Ask anyone what their favourite part of Christmas is and you’re likely to receive this answer… the food! It’s traditional to eat, drink and be merry; stockings are stuffed with gift-wrapped chocolates, tables groan under the weight of decadent delights and drinks cabinets can barely contain the spirits that’ll be used for toasting. While this is obviously lovely, it can be stressful for whoever is in charge of arranging the festivities. If you’re cooking for all your friends and family, the pressure is on to get everything just right. That’s where we come in! We’ve collected some of the best vegetarian winter warmer recipes to whip up this festive season.…

With winter well and truly knocking on the door, it’s time to prepare with nights tucked up on the sofa, hot chocolate and fabulously fluffy socks. After all, who wants to be out in the Christmas chill? There are plenty of ways to stave off pending ferocious frosts (hot toddy, anyone?) but surely a tummy-thawing meal is top of the list. From roasts and casseroles to family-friendly one pot meals, festive recipes are notorious for being cheery, carby and chock-a-block with hearty ingredients! In honour of #MeatFreeMonday, in the first of two recipe posts, we want to share our top vegetarian winter warmer dishes (because it’s important to keep your…

The autumnal pleasure of putting on a jumper, settling into that well-worn spot on the sofa and cracking open a bag of microwave popcorn in front of a scary film is one we wait patiently for all year. This Halloween we’ve picked out some of the most engrossing horror films around. There’s something for every taste and age, so whether you’re into your hardcore slashers, your vintage noir or your ghost stories, we’ve got a movie designed to leave your nails and nerves in shreds. We’re big believers in the power of films here at Red Letter Days HQ. Our Concerts and Cinema experiences make a thoughtful gift for the…

Does your colleague walk at a slow drag, is her body steadily degrading and does she have a hankering for brains instead of biscuits? The likelihood is that you’re sharing an office with a zombie. There must be something going round because we’ve been sending an increasing number of people to train for the zombie apocalypse. Don’t delay: wise up and visit our Spy, Survival & Army Skills page to find our famous frighteners set in bunkers, asylums and tombs across the UK. The undead have been thrilling and terrifying us for as long as time has been recorded. Today, it remains the horror genre most consistently revisited and added…