[ June 1, 2010 9:00 am to October 1, 2010 6:00 pm. ] Explore inside the Rows stores and help unravel their mysterious past. You will be taken to a part of the city that’s rich in hush-hush history and a tea shop where high tea is definitely on the menu!These tours will give you a much closer look at the city’s unique treasures than ever before [...]

[ July 19, 2010 9:00 am to July 24, 2010 6:00 pm. ] A hilarious evening of social climbing gone awry in this sensational stage production of BBC TV’s successful comedy. The Grand Theatre Church Street, Blackpool www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk 01253 290190

[ July 16, 2010 to July 31, 2010. ] Varied programme of performances, talks, workshops and guided walks. Explore the Ridgeway with poets, archaeologists, storytellers, artists and geologists for a very special experience. See website for full listings. .01305 228241 www.dorsetaonb.org.uk/ou

[ July 16, 2010 9:00 am to July 30, 2010 5:00 pm. ] Bridport TIC South St Window display by the Wednesday Art Group Paintings for sale. Shop opening hours 9am-5pm Monday – Saturday 01308 456845

[ July 20, 2010; 8:00 pm; ] Lyme Regis Town Band Marine Parade Shelters, Lyme Regis, 8pm www.lymeregistownband.co.uk

[ July 20, 2010; 11:00 am to 12:45 pm. ] Poundbury Hillfort, 11am.See the site in a new way with Steve Wallis of DCC following recent access improvements. 1® hours. Prior booking essential. £3 in advance, £5 on day.01305 224921 / 01305 225117 www.dorsetforyou.com

[ July 15, 2010 to August 1, 2010. ] 01798 345055 www.petworthfestival.org.uk

[ September 24, 2010 to September 26, 2010. ]

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) have released its report on where we required the most assistance from our consuls in the year ending 31st March 2010. Some media have used this as a basis for articles pointing out how badly behaved as visitors we have become. It just looks at the top 20 countries where most consular assistance has been sought. And therein, lies the problem. It doesn’t tell us as travellers, where to avoid. There could be a greater chance of problems in other countries but we can’t tell.

Venice motoscafo
The American humorist, Robert Benchley, (grandfather of Peter Benchley who wrote “Jaws” another water linked product) sent a telegram from Venice to his publisher saying “Streets flooded. Please advise.” And because travel writers have come up with nothing quite as pithy, the quote comes up in many travel pieces about this iconic tourist destination. [...]

[ July 19, 2010 5:00 pm to July 25, 2010 2:00 am. ] A hilarious evening of social climbing gone awry in this sensational stage production of BBC TV’s successful comedy. The Grand Theatre Church Street, Blackpool

www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk
Tel: 01253 290190

[ July 17, 2010 7:30 pm to July 31, 2010 11:00 pm. ]
chrurches throughout the Gower peninsula

[ July 20, 2010 to July 24, 2010. ] The North’s greatest gardening show. Set in one of Cheshire’s Gardens of Distinction, RHS Show Tatton Park has a fresh and vibrant feel bursting with sizzling colour and summer perfumes. Be inspired by conceptual and visionary show gardens, designed by up and coming talent and established designers. Enjoy fabulous collections of plants and flowers from [...]

[ July 17, 2010 to July 21, 2010. ] www.driffieldshow.co.uk

[ July 20, 2010 to July 21, 2010. ] Priory House Garden, Christchurch , Bournemouth

[ July 12, 2010 to July 25, 2010. ] www.galwayartsfestival.com
Galway. Ireland

[ July 19, 2010 to July 22, 2010. ] www.rwas.co.uk/en/welsh-show/Royal Welsh Showground, Llanelwedd, Builth Wells, Powys
There isn’t much point in booking in advance apart from avoiding the crowds because there is a £2 discount for booking in advance but a £2 booking fee is added.
Adults £20 except for the last day when it is £18
Children £4