Zig Zag Tours

29/11/2024

A packed out Q&A zigzag Christmas doo, thanks for coming.

25/11/2024

As described in his academic bio, Professor Richard Gaunt is an expert in 'late eighteenth and early nineteenth century British history, with a particular specialism in the political and electoral history of the age'...so what better way to celebrate the legendary Zig Zag Tours Xmas Party than a Q&A with the Prof on the diaries of the 4th Duke of Newcastle.
The 4th Duke's diary entries between 1822-1850 will leave you open mouthed with astonishment. Eye watering expenditure on speculative development, estate aggrandisement and political intrigue, that took him to the brink of bankruptcy and back again. Join us at Little Brickhouse for one of their exquisite buffet menus, fine wine and a deep dive into the Duke's bewildering life experiences.
We have booked the basement room of Little Brickhouse for the event and we will have music, merriment and maybe even a little dancing after the talk.
For tickets to our zig zag xmas party please go to our website. Www.zigzag.tours

20/11/2024

Want to learn more about Nottingham and our very own Ducal palace (the castle) and how it burned down?
Zig Zags Christmas doo at with our own Toby Ebbs and Prof Richard Gaunt in a Q&A.
With the lovely surroundings of Little Brickson Derby Road and some scrumptious supper included.

Tickets in bio.

18/11/2024

At zigzag HQ

13/11/2024

4th Duke of Newcastle's diary entry, 13th October 1831 (2 days after the burning of Nottingham Castle):

'...I reached Clumber at about 11 o'clock. I could not believe what I saw, everything was removed that was valuable...and nothing but bare walls, and the house filled with men in all the rooms, with cannons, of which I have 10 x 3 pounders and 14 little ship guns and fi****ms, muskets and pistols and sabres planted in their proper positions and in all the windows. The scene was beyond description, the confusion occasioned by my arrival might have formed several pages for the pen of an experienced novelist....the preparations are indeed formidable; sufficient to repel 20,000 men'

To join us for this fascinating Q&A and supper at please visit our website.
https://zigzag.tours/tours/zig-zags-xmas-party-2024

27/10/2024

Lecture, food and merriment.

Date: Thursday 28th November

Time: 18.00 –Late

Start: Little Brickhouse 110 Derby Rd, Nottingham NG1 5FB

Difficulty: easy

As described in his academic bio, Professor Richard Gaunt is an expert in 'late eighteenth and early nineteenth century British history, with a particular specialism in the political and electoral history of the age'...so what better way to celebrate the legendary Zig Zag Tours Xmas Party than a Q&A with the Prof on the diaries of the 4th Duke of Newcastle.

The 4th Duke's diary entries between 1822-1850 will leave you open mouthed with astonishment. Eye watering expenditure on speculative development, estate aggrandisement and political intrigue, that took him to the brink of bankruptcy and back again. Join us at Little Brickhouse for one of their exquisite buffet menus, fine wine and a deep dive into the Duke's bewildering life experiences.

We have booked the basement room of Little Brickhouse for the event and we will have music, merriment and maybe even a little dancing after the talk.

For tickets to our zig zag xmas party please go to our website.

tours, little bricks , 4th duke of Newcastle

13/10/2024

Little John, gate appreciation, history of trespass, fermentation, hearty food and good conversation.

04/10/2024

Our Zig Zag weekender is SOLD OUT but if you fancy joining us for the Saturday 12th walk with Toby we have a few tickets remaining and the weather looks good.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/kinder-scout-mass-trespass-walking-tour-tickets-1006800857467

02/10/2024

Georgian Derby and Belper tours by historian, Danielle Burton

16/09/2024

WALKING TOURS / MINI HOLIDAY

Date: Friday 11 – Sunday 13 October

Start/Finish: YHA Hathersage

Difficulty: easy/medium

Highlights: trespass, fermentation, autumnal scenes, good food and design.

ITINERARY

Friday 11 October: 2/3miles easy, start at 3pm

After checking in at the hostel, our resident artist Chiara Dellerba will lead a local exploration around Hathersage, among the explosion of autumnal delights of the peaks and all the nourishing fruits with health benefits, before she leads the Fermentation Extravaganza.

Can eating bring us closer to our bodies? What can it teach us about our connection with the land and the soil? This workshop provides a hands-on introduction to the art of fermentation and other natural preserving methods. Over the course of the session, you will be introduced to the history, health benefits and methods of these techniques, while using a range of ingredients to create your own edible stories to take away at the end of the workshop.

Saturday 12 October: 12 miles and intermediate level of walking required

Don't forget to bring your beret, as we recreate the legendary Kinder Scout Mass Trespass.

On the 24th April 1932, activists from numerous Marxist sports clubs approached Kinder Scout to protest against the great landed estates who restricted the public from accessing their land (most of the Peak District that we know and love today).

Violent scuffles broke out with gamekeepers and several of the 'trespassers' were arrested. But it is said the protests paved the way for the 1949 National Parks Act.

We will follow in the footsteps of the trespassers, as Zig Zag Tours' Toby Ebbs recounts the background to the event, also considering the wider context of communist activism on the eve of the Spanish Civil War (many of those who were on Kinder Scout that day went on to fight Franco in Spain).

For more info and how to book please visit our website.

https://zigzag.tours/tours/ferment-design-and-trespass

13/09/2024

WALKING TOURS / MINI HOLIDAY
Date: Friday 11 – Sunday 13 October
Start/Finish: YHA Hathersage
Difficulty: easy/medium
Highlights: trespass, fermentation, autumnal scenes, good food and design.
ITINERARY
Friday 11 October: 2/3miles easy, start at 3pm
After checking in at the hostel, our resident artist Chiara Dellerba will lead a local exploration around Hathersage, among the explosion of autumnal delights of the peaks and all the nourishing fruits with health benefits, before she leads the Fermentation Extravaganza.
Can eating bring us closer to our bodies? What can it teach us about our connection with the land and the soil? This workshop provides a hands-on introduction to the art of fermentation and other natural preserving methods. Over the course of the session, you will be introduced to the history, health benefits and methods of these techniques, while using a range of ingredients to create your own edible stories to take away at the end of the workshop.
Saturday 12 October: 12 miles and intermediate level of walking required
Don't forget to bring your beret, as we recreate the legendary Kinder Scout Mass Trespass.
On the 24th April 1932, activists from numerous Marxist sports clubs approached Kinder Scout to protest against the great landed estates who restricted the public from accessing their land (most of the Peak District that we know and love today).
Violent scuffles broke out with gamekeepers and several of the 'trespassers' were arrested. But it is said the protests paved the way for the 1949 National Parks Act.
We will follow in the footsteps of the trespassers, as Zig Zag Tours' Toby Ebbs recounts the background to the event, also considering the wider context of communist activism on the eve of the Spanish Civil War (many of those who were on Kinder Scout that day went on to fight Franco in Spain).
For more info and how to book please visit our website.
https://zigzag.tours/tours/ferment-design-and-trespass

WALKING TOURS / MINI HOLIDAY

Date: Friday 11 – Sunday 13 October

Start/Finish: YHA Hathersage

Difficulty: easy/medium

Highlights: trespass, fermentation, autumnal scenes, good food and design.

ITINERARY

Friday 11 October: 2/3miles easy, start at 3pm

After checking in at the hostel, our resident artist Chiara Dellerba will lead a local exploration around Hathersage, among the explosion of autumnal delights of the peaks and all the nourishing fruits with health benefits, before she leads the Fermentation Extravaganza.

Can eating bring us closer to our bodies? What can it teach us about our connection with the land and the soil? This workshop provides a hands-on introduction to the art of fermentation and other natural preserving methods. Over the course of the session, you will be introduced to the history, health benefits and methods of these techniques, while using a range of ingredients to create your own edible stories to take away at the end of the workshop.

Saturday 12 October: 12 miles and intermediate level of walking required

Don't forget to bring your beret, as we recreate the legendary Kinder Scout Mass Trespass.

On the 24th April 1932, activists from numerous Marxist sports clubs approached Kinder Scout to protest against the great landed estates who restricted the public from accessing their land (most of the Peak District that we know and love today).

Violent scuffles broke out with gamekeepers and several of the 'trespassers' were arrested. But it is said the protests paved the way for the 1949 National Parks Act.

We will follow in the footsteps of the trespassers, as Zig Zag Tours' Toby Ebbs recounts the background to the event, also considering the wider context of communist activism on the eve of the Spanish Civil War (many of those who were on Kinder Scout that day went on to fight Franco in Spain).

For more info and how to book please visit our website.

https://zigzag.tours/tours/ferment-design-and-trespass

02/09/2024

WALKING TOUR

Date: Saturday 12th October 10.30am-4.30pm

Start/Finish: Edale car park

Difficulty: medium/hard 12 miles

Highlights: Trespass, Communism, Kinder Scout, Peak District.

Don't forget to bring your beret, as we recreate the legendary Kinder Scout Mass Trespass.

On the 24th April 1932, activists from numerous Marxist sports clubs approached Kinder Scout to protest against the great landed estates who restricted the public from accessing their land (most of the Peak District that we know and love today).

Violent scuffles broke out with gamekeepers and several of the 'trespassers' were arrested. But it is said the protests paved the way for the 1949 National Parks Act.

We will follow in the footsteps of the trespassers, as Zig Zag Tours' Toby Ebbs recounts the background to the event, also considering the wider context of communist activism on the eve of the Spanish Civil War (many of those who were on Kinder Scout that day went on to fight Franco in Spain).

This is a long and fairly strenuous walk, please be able and bring good walking boots, water and snacks.

To book on this fantastic tour, please visit
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1006800857467?aff=oddtdtcreator

23/08/2024

Bargain E bike hire in the East Midlands! Get exploring your local area near and far, with some amazing places to visit and fantastic cycle routes. For inspiration and how to book your e bike, please visit

https://bikesloveyou.org/bike-adventures

We also have a new self led 5/6 day tour, Four Counties now on our website

09/08/2024

Weather looking good for tomorrow's tree tour.

08/08/2024

08/08/2024

This Saturday 1.30pm-4.30pm, a lovely little bike tour around Nottingham, celebrating our glorious trees.

https://zigzag.tours/tours/tree-weelin-an-exploration-of-trees-in-nottingham