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Tash and I attended the British Travel and Tourism Show back in March at the NEC in Birmingham. I think my favourite keynote we listened to was ‘Travel Without Limits’. The panel featured some incredible speakers who shared real-life experiences of making travel and tourism more accessible for everyone. Their stories were powerful and moving, […]

Did you know? We expect these statements are likely to resonate with many households after the Easter holiday break. Children often receive a lot of new toys at the start of the year from Santa, many of which encourage indoor play. This can lead to some quiet time for parents, but it also means children

Happy World Penguin Day! Today, we’re shining a light on one of the world’s most charming and resilient birds, the penguin. As much as they make us smile, there’s a more serious side to their story. Conservationists warn that some species could face extinction in the wild as early as 2035 due to rapidly declining

The Talking Tortoise team and I had a fantastic time at the Farm Retail Association (FRA) Conference and Gala Dinner last month. As first-time attendees since becoming members, we were warmly welcomed into a community brimming with like-minded, passionate individuals. The camaraderie and openness we experienced were truly heartening, making us feel right at home

Easter is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to level up your social media presence. With the season’s fun, colourful energy, it’s a great opportunity to create engaging posts that will have your followers hopping with excitement. Surprise and Delight Your Followers Everyone loves a surprise, at any age and at any

If you’re an organisation looking to stay ahead, then you’ll want to pay attention to TikTok’s latest updates for 2025. From exciting new tools to emerging trends, there’s a lot happening that could transform your TikTok strategy this year.  Let’s break down the latest updates and how they could benefit your organisation. 1. TikTok’s 2025

We are delighted to share that Talking Tortoise were the platinum sponsor at the National Farm Attractions Network (NFAN) Conference, held at the iconic Winter Gardens in Blackpool earlier this week. The conference took place from Tuesday 27th January to Thursday 29th January 2025 inclusive. This prestigious event brought together farm parks and businesses from

We are thrilled to announce that Talking Tortoise have become a proud member of the Farm Retail Association (FRA). This marks an exciting new chapter for us as we look to continue our work with farm enterprises, rural businesses, and visitor attractions across the UK. Who are the Farm Retail Association (FRA)? The FRA is

On the 30th October 2024, The Chancellor of the Exchequer announced the new inheritance tax reforms for family farms at the Autumn Budget. The reforms will take effect from 6th April 2026.  Although not seen as a shock to many of the farming community this does not minimise the stress this enforcement will bring.  As

We’re thrilled to announce that Talking Tortoise has officially relocated to a new office in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon! As a family-run business specialising in marketing and PR for the tourism and attractions industry, this location is the perfect fit for us. Stratford is not only rich in history and charm but also boasts a