As cultural hubs, visitor attractions hold the key to unlocking knowledge, fostering shared experiences, and celebrating diverse perspectives. Yet, for visitors who are D/deaf, hard of hearing, or visually impaired, navigating these spaces can pose a significant barrier. This is where signRead More
The internet should be a space for everyone, regardless of ability. Unfortunately, many websites remain inaccessible to individuals with disabilities, creating barriers to information, communication and participation. Many people need information about a venue before they decide if it’s for them. ThisRead More
Museums, galleries and visitor attractions are gateways to culture, knowledge, and shared experiences and ensuring that everyone, regardless of physical abilities, can fully participate in and enjoy these cultural spaces is a crucial aspect of creating an inclusive society. This isn’t justRead More
Museums and galleries have long been revered as gatekeepers of culture, history, and art. However, in our fast-paced world, they need to fight for attention. That’s where technology comes in. Forget dusty leaflets and static displays. Imagine interactive games bringing historical figuresRead More
The International Tourism Opportunity: It was predicted that by 2025 the UK tourism industry would be worth over £257 billion, but the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic had other ideas, putting worldwide travel to a stop, resulting in a decline of 73% in visitorsRead More
Museums and galleries have long been revered as gatekeepers of culture, history, and art. However, in our increasingly digital age, these institutions are faced with the challenge of staying relevant and engaging for modern visitors. One solution gaining momentum is the adoptionRead More
ATS provides a comprehensive interpretive service to clients in the heritage, leisure and tourism sector. This service includes consultancy, content development and production, hardware design and manufacturing, and technical and operational support. The objective of everything we do is to provide exceptionalRead More
5 Reasons Why You Should Consider Adding a Welcome Video to Your Website In an age where the internet is often the first point of contact, more and more visitor attractions are discovering the value of a compelling welcome video on theirRead More
Our Digital Experience Consultant, John Harte had the great pleasure of presenting at the AVEA conference, talking about a subject very close to our hearts, Access and Inclusion. Here is a summary of his presentation. What do we mean by Access andRead More
Are you passionate about the world of multimedia and looking to take your career to the next level? We are a forward-thinking multimedia company, and we’re on the hunt for creative, dedicated individuals to join our team. If you’re excited about pushingRead More
Digital interpretation comes in a bewildering array of forms. It also has a confusing number of names; multimedia, interactive or even mobile interpretation. Put simply, digital interpretation allows museums, heritage sites and visitor attractions to embrace new technologies and innovative approaches toRead More
We are proud to work with museums, attractions and heritage sites of all shapes and sizes, helping to deliver extraordinary on-site and online digital visitor experiences. The last few decades of digital interpretation have been an exciting time for the industry asRead More
What makes a virtual tour stand out, and what can you do to get more engagement from digital audiences? We’ve taken a look at some of the best digital tours in the market, from Buckingham Palace and St Paul’s Cathedral to emergingRead More
We are delighted to be back at the Museums and Heritage Show in Olympia on Wednesday 10th and Thursday 11th May and we’d love to see you there – register for your free pass using our exclusive link. Not only will weRead More
The last 10 years has seen Bletchley Park, the infamous top secret home of the Codebreakers, become one the UK’s top visitor attractions. ATS has been working with Bletchley from the early days, providing an on-site visitor led storytelling experience with multimediaRead More
Choosing the right voice to represent your visitor attraction, museum or heritage site is a big decision. If your guide is going to be in place for a few years, you want to get it right. It can also be a ratherRead More
ATS has been granted a Royal Warrant by Her Majesty The Queen in recognition of their supply of digital guide services. Royal Warrants of Appointment are a mark of recognition to those who supply goods or services to the households ofRead More
In the latest of our ‘In Conversation’ series, John Harte speaks to Sarah Callander Beckett, Director of Historic Houses and owner of Combermere Abbey. They discuss the the power of video as a communication tool, the challenges of the past 18 months andRead More
ATS are delighted to announce the latest addition to our creative team, in response to increased project demand. Paulina Rai is joining us as Multimedia Editor and will be responsible for editing audio and video, as well as on-site filming and photography.Read More
ATS are proud to welcome John Rodgers to the team as Technical Lead. John has over 20 years of technical and commercial support experience – including 15 years spent at Antenna International. John will be responsible for creating and delivering technical solutionsRead More
The theme of this year’s International Museum Day is ‘The Future of Museums: Recover and Reimagine’. This got us thinking about some of the innovative solutions we’ve been working on recently in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It seems fitting that yesterdayRead More
We love a challenge at ATS. So, when global safety equipment firm Survitec asked us to create a virtual museum to celebrate their 100th anniversary, we jumped at the chance. Survitec are marking their centenary year under the theme of ‘ARead More
At ATS, creating powerful stories through great content is central to what we do. But a close second to this is choosing the right technology for the job – helping clients identify which solution will ensure the maximum reach for their audiences.Read More
Can we tempt you with a temporary escape from your day, a virtual stretch of your legs perhaps? We’ve visited some unique places recently and recorded our walks especially for you. Join us for a couple of well earnt minutes to relax,Read More
Preparing to welcome visitors over the Christmas period is always a busy time – but 2020 has brought its own unique and unexpected challenges. Join us, as we catch up with Faye Kelly of Hever Castle to learn about the changes theyRead More
The pandemic has inspired many trends, but one of the most notable for our sector has been the increase in the number of attractions and cultural sites investing in an off-site digital experience. From 3D virtual tours to video walk-throughs, we’ve beenRead More
A presentation from the Connecting Culture 2020 Virtual Conference. Spencer Clark along with Anne Fletcher, Director of Interpretation and Louise Wainwright, Senior Producer were invited to share their experience and advice on how to create effective digital engagement and world class on-siteRead More
In the first of our ‘In Conversation’ series, Spencer Clark speaks to Jim Richardson, founder of MuseumNext. They discuss the challenge of reimagining MuseumNext as a digital conference, how cultural attractions can stay motivated at this difficult time, as well as Jim’sRead More
With visitors beginning to return to cultural sites and visitor attractions, how they behave on-site in a post-Covid world has been followed with great interest. With many attractions offering a downloadable app version of their audio or multimedia tour, a question markRead More
As doors reopen at cultural and heritage sites around the world, staff and volunteers are busy preparing to receive visitors once again. But how can visitors be reassured that their visit will be a safe one, and what do they need toRead More
As the world went into lockdown, online searches for digital tours of cultural and heritage sites rocketed. Earlier this week ATS Heritage’s Spencer Clark discussed the phenomenon on Turkish national broadcaster TRT and offered advice to visitor attractions on how a digitalRead More
With social distancing likely to be in place as attractions and institutions prepare to open their doors, many are considering how best to maximise the number of potential visitors, while at all times observing social distance guidelines. Signage, staff and volunteers willRead More
As our sector adapts to the challenges of lock down, the Old Royal Naval College, part of Maritime Greenwich UNESCO World Heritage Site, wanted to bring the magic of the Painted Hall into the homes of its audiences. ATS were appointed toRead More
V&A Dundee offered the perfect setting to hold our new workshop on how to ‘Unlock your best visitor experience’. A series of sessions explored why high-quality visitor experiences are increasingly important, how to begin designing the right experience, and how to attractRead More
2019 has been an exciting year for the team at ATS and we have bigger plans for 2020. We have recently welcomed some more team members to the family. John Harte, International Sales Manager John Harte, formerly of Antenna International, has joinedRead More
We are delighted to be holding a one day workshop jam packed with practical advice and sector specific experiences. Our aim is for attendees to gain a clearer understanding of the way digital interpretation can enhance your visitor experience, how to developRead More
ATS Heritage is celebrating its 25th birthday in November this year. With the advances in technology and the changing face of how to deliver the best visitor experience, we interviewed founder and MD, Mike Howie to gain his insight into the futureRead More
Anne Fletcher, Director of Interpretation – ATS Heritage and Sutherland Forsyth, Learning Curator – Palace of Holyroodhouse, Royal Collection Trust will discuss how they have taken Britain’s royal heritage into the 21st century. Over the past 3 years Royal Collection Trust has partnered with theRead More
For many, a day out at a museum, gallery or visit to a tourist attraction is an exciting time. However, for some visitors with a disability the thought can be very daunting – and often the challenges start way before getting toRead More
English Medieval castles are a wonder to be enjoyed by many. Orford Castle is one of these wonders, situated in the village of Orford in Suffolk, it offers its visitors an opportunity to step back in time. Orford Castle were using aRead More
We are delighted to announce that we have been chosen to deliver a new multimedia guide tour of Canterbury Cathedral, Mother Church of the worldwide Anglican Communion and part of a World Heritage Site. This iconic site, although a top tourist attraction,Read More
There is something very special about visiting a heritage site. These pilgrimages to our ancient selves can be powerful experiences and this interest in past human endeavours seems to be a cross-cultural and cross-generational phenomena. When I enter into a Cathedral’s mainRead More
The Sandringham Estate, the Norfolk retreat of HM The Queen, has recently appointed ATS Heritage to develop a new multi-media guide tour for visitors. Adding to our regal portfolio of clients including Buckingham Palace, Balmoral Castle, Windsor Castle and Palace of Holyroodhouse,Read More
ATS were asked to provide audio guide handsets for the National Civil War Centre in Newark. The centre currently has several trails to share with their visitors, these range from their Augmented Reality Trail using smartphones and devices, to a more handsRead More
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