Shows in Britain: The 15 Worth a Whole Day

1.Comedy Horror Show: York Ghost Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,496 reviews · from $26Our pick

Ride York’s eerie Necrobus for 75 minutes of theatrical sightseeing, dark stories, and comedy. Your conductor may be John Doe or Edgar Crank, with driver Bob often joining the fun. See Clifford’s Tower, York Minster, and Dick Turpin’s grave from a decorated 1960s Routemaster. English only, departing near York Station.

“It was so much fun, Edgar Crank was so funny, and there wasn't a dull moment. Booked this last minute and I must say I'm glad I did, a fantastic way to spend the evening and would recommend to anybody visiting York”

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2.Show Tickets for Viva Decades Rewind! Music of the 80s, 90s & Now

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 386 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $34

Spend about three hours at Viva Blackpool with host Leye D Johns, resident showgirls, vocalists, comedy and music from the 80s, 90s and today. Your advance ticket includes reserved table seating and live entertainment, while food and drinks are available to buy. Saturday is the bigger party night; Wednesday is more relaxed.

“The whole time was just Great, Brilliant Atmosphere every one singing, The compare Lee,dJay was so funny ,Brilliant night”

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3.(9pm) The House Magicians Comedy & Magic Show – Smoke & Mirrors

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 356 reviews · from $38Top rated

Spend an evening at Bristol’s Smoke & Mirrors Comedy & Magic Theatre Pub, where house magicians mix close-up tricks, adult humor, and audience participation in an intimate room. Arrive early for table allocation and pre-show magic. The 18+ performance runs about 85 minutes and suits couples, groups, and celebrations.

“Absolutely without doubt the best comedy/magic show I’ve been too & my partner proposed so a night we won’t ever forget.”

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4.The Famous Walk Talk Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 342 reviews · from $16Best value

Join an English-speaking guide such as Kate, Marcus, or Dwayne for a 1.4-kilometre circular walk from the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. You’ll see Shakespeare’s birthplace, New Place, his schoolroom, Holy Cross Guild Chapel, historic taverns, and the church where he is buried. Expect stories, jokes, Tudor history, and a steady pace.

“Marcus explained the history of Stratford -Upon-Avon well with interesting facts. He was very knowledgeable and was able to make the tour fun with some great jokes along the way. Thank you”

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5.The House Magicians’ Comedy Magic Show at Smoke & Mirrors in Bristol (Sat 7pm)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 296 reviews · from $35

Head to Smoke & Mirrors in central Bristol for an 85-minute comedy magic show with two house magicians, close-up magic, live music, and audience participation. Arrive at 6:30 pm for the 7 pm performance, then settle into the 1920s-style theater. Drinks, pizza, wine, and snacks are available to buy.

“Brilliant, entertaining and hilarious. Both magicians were excellent and we absolutely loved it, highly recommend!!”

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7.The House Magicians Comedy & Magic Show at Smoke & Mirrors Friday 8pm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 202 reviews · from $33

Spend 1 hour 45 minutes at Smoke & Mirrors in Bristol’s Theatre District, where a close-up magician welcomes you before two resident comedy magicians take the stage. Expect audience participation, card tricks, jokes, food, drinks, and a small 40-seat theatre. Friday’s show begins at 8pm and is strictly 18+.

“Fantastic location, a small theatre and pub. Pizzas were really good - the thin authentic version! Show was great, really funny and the ‘magic’ was amazing. Will be back again!”

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8.Burlesque Cabaret Show in the West End

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 127 reviews · 2 hours · from $40

Spend an early evening with Miss Tempest Rose and The House of Burlesque at a two-hour cabaret in London’s West End. Expect burlesque divas, comedy, glamour, and queer performance in an intimate setting. Dress up, arrive for the 6pm Happy Hour, and bring photo ID. Drinks and food cost extra.

“seating behind a pillar and was unable to watch the full show. this should be disclosed upon booking. quality of the show was very average for a West End one.”

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9.90 Minute Family Close-Up Magic and illusionism Show in Blackpool

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 108 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $19

At Russ Brown’s House of Secrets in central Blackpool, you’ll watch a 90-minute family show mixing close-up magic, stage illusions, comedy, and audience participation. Russ Brown works with children and adults in an intimate venue, with a well-stocked bar available for drinks. The 7pm show leaves the rest of your evening free.

“Fab evening out with the kids. A warm, welcoming feel and some great magic tricks that left my daughter speechless. Would definitely make another visit when we are in Blackpool again.”

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10.Royal Observatory Planetarium Show Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 89 reviews · from $16

Spend 30 minutes inside Greenwich’s 120-seat Peter Harrison Planetarium with a Royal Observatory astronomer. Depending on the day’s programme, you may explore tonight’s sky, hear spacecraft data as sound, follow a star’s life, or see how satellites protect Earth. Entry to the Observatory itself is separate.

“Super experience - a bit funny, a bit magical and a lot awesome! Recommend to anyone, any age”

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11.Beyond Paradise TV Show Locations Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $27

Walk through Looe, Cornwall, the real setting for Shipton Abbott in Beyond Paradise. Your local guide points out the Guildhall police station, featured shops, fish market, river chase route, harbour, and East Looe Beach. The 90-minute small-group tour uses show images to help you match each location to the screen.

“A very interesting experience and excellent knowledgeable tour guide . Also a nice steady walk at a reasonable pace”

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12.Forbidden Nights Male Strip Show and After-Party

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 82 reviews · 3 hours · from $33

Head to Infernos Nightclub Clapham for a three-hour Forbidden Nights male revue, with upbeat routines, audience participation, a cast photo opportunity, and entry to the after-party until 3:00 AM. Choose standing entry at £25 or a reserved seat at £35. Bring photo ID, and remember that food and drinks cost extra.

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13.Live Comedy Show at Big Belly Bar and Comedy Club

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 80 reviews · 2 hours · from $16

Head to Big Belly Bar and Comedy Club between Upper Ground and Stamford Street for a two-hour English-language show. You’ll see a mixed bill of four to six comedians, from newcomers testing fresh material to established and occasional celebrity comics. Drinks and food are available to buy, and South Bank is right outside afterward.

“Great comics and set up, good venue to get drinks before, during and after the show and good food options available”

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14.International Stand Up Comedy Show in Covent Garden

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 67 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $24

Spend Friday or Saturday night at Comedy Carnival Covent Garden, where international comedians, TV performers, award nominees, and British comics share a bold stand-up bill. Your pre-booked mobile ticket covers the 8:30pm show, with doors and happy hour from 7:30pm and a late bar open until 11pm.

“Note: the show starts at 20h30 and not 19h30. I guess the show is rather for local people than international public.”

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15.Family Magic Show with Award-Winning Magician

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 58 reviews · 1 day · from $18

Join award-winning magician Russ Brown at his small, wheelchair-accessible Blackpool venue for a close-up family show filled with magic, stories, audience participation, and plenty of laughs. Every seat faces the stage, children may help with tricks, and drinks are available from the bar. The show is in English and suits children and adults.

“A fantastic night out which is excellent value for money and fun for both adults and children alike. It’s a cosy, comfortable venue and highly entertaining. Russ was amazing as well as all the staff working there.. highly recommended!”

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