[ 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 21, 2010; 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Fairy Sculptures Highway Farm, West Road, Bridport, 10am – 1pm. Workshop with Tania Cash. Cost £30 including materials. 01308 424321 www.highwayfarm.co.uk

[ July 21, 2010; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Three Compasses, Charminster. Resident Trio, All musicians and audience welcome. 01305 263618

[ July 21, 2010; 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] Lorton Meadows Nature Reserve, 10-2pm. Practical conservation task to restore the habitats important for local wildlife. Tools, gloves and drinks supplied.01305 816 546 www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk

[ July 21, 2010; 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. ] Sherborne Castle, 5-9pm. In aid of Help for Heroes. More than 250 wines, champagnes and spirits to sample and order plus local food stalls and entertainment from Cabernet Six Jazz Band Entry by ticket only 01935 815544 www.sherborne-vineyards.co.uk

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

[ July 21, 2010; 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Curious About the Collection? Worcestershire County Museum, Hartlebury, Nr Kidderminster. DY11 7XZ. 11am. £16. Booking essential. Tel: 01299 250416. www.worcestershire.gov.uk/museum

[ July 21, 2010 10:00 am to July 24, 2010 5:00 pm. ] NGS Gardens Open for Charity: Stone House Cottage Gardens. Stone. DY10 4BG. 10am-5pm. £3. Tel: 01562 69902

The travel industry was one of the early adopters of the internet. These days searching travel and tourism websites is regularly listed as one of the top things to do. And obviously CD-Traveller readers have more interest in it than most since we are only available online. But how easy is it to use? Does a bad website put us off? Are some better at information than in accepting orders? Are pricing issues concealed until the last moment making customers wary of using them.
EDigitalResearch has provided some of the answers in their new study published this month. They have looked at 47 sites during the last two months and assessed the

Boston may look like a mini Manhattan but the capital of Massachusetts has a charm of its own. Boston resident, Johanna Wightman, gives us the low down on one of America’s most enjoyable cities

Doge’s Palace, Venice
Venice is perceived as expensive and that turns many people off from going there. Like many other tourist destinations it can be. Some things are outrageous such as the price of water taxis and a gondola for one can set you back €85 for 30 minutes. If you go to a restaurant close [...]

[ 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 21, 2010; ] Highcliffe Castle, Bournemouth

[ July 21, 2010 to July 29, 2010. ] Brownsea Island , Bournemouth (Mons, Weds & Fris)

runs till 6th of August

[ July 21, 2010; ] Bournemouth

[ 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