Leicester Cathedral brings its story to life with first audio tour
Imagineear is proud to announce the launch of Leicester Cathedral’s first ever audio guide.
Located in the heart of the city, Leicester Cathedral is best known as the final resting place of King Richard III, whose remains were reinterred in the Cathedral’s nave in 2015. The audio guides are delivered on 50 Mirage™ devices, with a specialist audio descriptive tour for blind and partially sighted visitors on 5 Piccolo™ devices.
The guide was introduced as part of Leicester Cathedral’s reopening after a 22-month restoration and the construction of a new Heritage & Learning Centre. Following a competitive tender process, Imagineear was appointed to produce the Cathedral’s first audio guide. The Cathedral team viewed it as a key addition to the refreshed visitor offer, complementing the new facilities and interpretation on site. The tour highlights include the Tomb of King Richard III, the Redemption Windows and other stained glass inspired by the Arts and Craft movement as well as the story of the Cathedral and its architectural features.
Imagineear worked closely with the Cathedral to develop the content, blending a newly written script with expert interviews, historical insights, and original music composed and performed for Richard III’s reinterment service. A local voice narrates the tour, adding authenticity and a strong connection to the Cathedral’s story and its role as a centre of worship and community life.
The Very Revd Karen Rooms, Dean of Leicester, said “We are delighted to have worked with Imagineear on our new audio guide, giving visitors an engaging and personal experience as they visit and hear the stories of Leicester.”
As Leicester Cathedral begins its next chapter, Imagineear is delighted to help bring its heritage to life for current and future visitors.
A fresh new look for Arsenal!
Arsenal Football Club, a long-standing client of Imagineear, are continuing to welcome record-breaking visitor numbers from all over the world to their iconic grounds in London, the Arsenal Emirates Stadium.
The Emirates Stadium Tour is a popular attraction for international and domestic visitors. Fans connect with their incredible stadium, favourite players and match-day experiences through the drama and excitement of the players’ tunnel, changing rooms, stands and the press conference room.
In the latest evolution of the Club’s multimedia offering, Imagineear have produced a brand new digital tour which reflects the sophisticated stadium technology and modern spirit of the Club. The new tour brings to life the stories and fascinating history of this much-loved and historic football team.
Delivered on Imagineear’s MPTi™ device, the new multimedia guide features an elegant and sleek design in line with the Club’s beautiful new branding whilst being jam-packed with engaging interactive features and games for all visitors.
Written and produced by Imagineear, highlights include: 360 videos and photography, player interviews, quizzes, puzzles and design your own kit games. Where’s Gunnersaurus? is a particular highlight featuring the Club’s beloved mascot!
The new tour is available in French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese and includes a British Sign Language option for increased accessibility.
‘We are absolutely delighted with the new update on our Imagineear devices here at Emirates Stadium Tour & Museum!’ said Megan Lloyd-Jones, Tour and Museum Operations Manager at Arsenal Football Club. ‘Through the modernized design, thoughtfully crafted script, and brand new interactives, the devices truly bring the story of the club to life! It is a delight to witness supporters of all generations and from all over the world engaging with the new content, bringing them closer to the club.’
The Arsenal Stadium Tours operate 7 days a week throughout the year: Stadium Tour – Arsenal Emirates Stadium Tours | Arsenal Direct.
The Titanic arrives in Seattle…and Brisbane!
As the hugely successful Titanic. The Exhibition continues its journey around the world, Imagineear is proud to continue providing audioguide devices to its visitors.
Curated by Claes-Göran Wetterholm, the exhibition features carefully selected artefacts and personal stories that best convey the philosophy behind the display: fostering empathy and a sense of connection with all those aboard the ill-fated ship.
Imagineear has partnered with Musealia throughout the exhibition’s travels across Europe and America, and will continue to provide its audioguide devices as the exhibition arrives in Seattle.
One visitor, Leonardo T. said, ‘Great setting, full of original items from the passengers and crew. Audio is precise and full of information as well as curiosities. Definitely worth seeing.’
In addition, Titanic. The Human Story, recently opened in Brisbane, Australia, the first city to host the exhibition in Australia, which has already sold over 60,000 tickets in just a few weeks. ‘By focusing on the human aspect of the Titanic’s legacy, this exhibition introduces a fresh narrative that sheds light on previously untold stories of the Titanic’s passengers and crew’ said Luis Ferreiro, Director of Musealia.
This revamped version of Titanic. The Exhibition, has been in development for the past three years. Imagineear is supplying 600 handheld Mirage™ devices, 3 Audio Visual Sync stops, and an Imagineear Web App, enabling visitors to access the audio content on their own smartphones.
