[ October 8, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] This annual event is rowed over a 4,000 metre course between Chiswick and Hammersmith Bridges. Entry is open to Pairs and Doubles in various classes, including Mens Womens and Veterans,with separate categories for mixed crews.Chiswick – Hammersmithhttp://www.pairshead.co.uk/PHframeset.htmlChiswick – Hammersmith

[ October 8, 2011; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] The Somerset Carnivals are highly regarded as the largest illuminated procession in the world. Gillinghamhttp://www.somersetcarnivals.co.uk/events.aspGillingham

[ October 8, 2011; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] The Somerset Carnivals are highly regarded as the largest illuminated procession in the world. Chard.Sathttp://www.somersetcarnivals.co.uk/events.aspChard.Sat

[ September 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Described by many as Londons other Marathon, the Great River Race is Londons most colourful and spectacular river event. Each year contestants compete in a 22 mile race between Millwall and Richmond to find the UK Traditional Boat Champions. Up to 300 traditional boats, from wherries to war canoes, and from Cornish gigs to watermens [...]

[ October 5, 2011 10:30 am to October 9, 2011 6:00 pm. ] The popular annual flower festival returns transforming the castle rooms into floral works of art. Autumnal flower arrangements are created by local florists, flower societies and clubs.Kenthttp://www.leeds-castle.com/land.phpKent

[ October 22, 2011; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] The Somerset Carnivals are highly regarded as the largest illuminated procession in the world. Trowbridgehttp://www.somersetcarnivals.co.uk/events.aspTrowbridge

[ October 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] At-BristolCelebrate Halloween in At-Bristol with thrilling activities in Dissection lab then finish off the week with a visit from Dr Blood who will unearth mysteries about your blood!Bristolwww.visitbristol.co.uk Bristol

[ October 15, 2011; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] The Somerset Carnivals are highly regarded as the largest illuminated procession in the world. CastleCaryhttp://www.somersetcarnivals.co.uk/events.aspCastleCary

[ October 15, 2011; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] The Somerset Carnivals are highly regarded as the largest illuminated procession in the world. Tauntonhttp://www.somersetcarnivals.co.uk/events.aspTaunton

[ October 8, 2011 9:00 am to October 9, 2011 6:00 pm. ] Various venuesFor the ninth year the public will have the opportunity to wander around the studios of local artists, or to see work in their homes, garages and village halls.Bristolwww.visitbristol.co.uk Bristol

[ October 29, 2011; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] The Somerset Carnivals are highly regarded as the largest illuminated procession in the world. Warminsterhttp://www.somersetcarnivals.co.uk/events.aspWarminster

[ October 30, 2011; 9:30 am to 5:00 pm. ] Enjoy the diverse creativity on show from creative craft artists, Guilds and demonstrators with daily on-stand demonstrations and mini workshops.Do you enjoy making your own cards and presents? Why not join the ever-growing trend towards handmade and personalised. Not only will you be saving money by making your own cards and gifts, you will be [...]

[ October 30, 2011; 9:30 am to 5:00 pm. ] You can discover how to make your Christmas that bit more special this year by visiting the FREE Prima Magazine Craft Theatre. The Prima team will show you lots of clever ideas – just click the Prima link on this page where full information will be available shortly.Chose from unusual handmade jewellery, glassware, ceramics, clothing, [...]

[ October 22, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Fleet Air Arm MuseumOver 2000 visitors are expected to attend along with over 120 traders and clubs who will be exhibiting everything from model aircraft, boats, figures, tanks and dioramas. Bristolwww.visitbristol.co.uk Bristol

[ October 22, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The Tobacco FactoryA delicious combination of gorgeous variety and spontaneous madness for all the family.Bristolwww.visitbristol.co.uk Bristol

[ October 31, 2011; 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. ] Alan Titchmarsh is known to millions through the popular BBC programmes Ground Force, Gardeners World and RHS Chelsea Flower Show and we invite you to enjoy an exclusive, informative and above all amusing evening with TVs most popular gardening broadcaster.Join Alan as he chats with the audience and shares stories of his colourful life and [...]

[ January 17, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Cabot Circus and Bristol city centreBristols Christmas season will officially get underway when the citys Christmas lights will be switched on. The city also plans to see several Christmas Markets, light displays, a Christmas Tree lighting, and much much more.Bristolwww.visitbristol.co.uk Bristol

[ November 4, 2011; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] The Somerset Carnivals are highly regarded as the largest illuminated procession in the world. Bridgwaterhttp://www.somersetcarnivals.co.uk/events.aspBridgwater

[ October 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Paintworks Event SpaceThe Event Space and courtyards are transformed into a spooktacular, food loving, fun filled festival.Bristolwww.visitbristol.co.uk Bristol

[ November 11, 2011; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] The Somerset Carnivals are highly regarded as the largest illuminated procession in the world. Wellshttp://www.somersetcarnivals.co.uk/events.aspWells

[ October 29, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Noahs Ark Zoo FarmEnjoy a fun pumpkin themed day with prizes going to the funniest carved pumpkin competition and see how the animals react with pumpkin made treats.Bristolwww.visitbristol.co.uk Bristol

[ December 18, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Westonbirt ArboretumTake a walk through the famous Enchanted Wood and see The National Arboretum lit up at night. See Father Christmas plus lots of other festive excitementBristolwww.visitbristol.co.uk Bristol

[ November 20, 2011; 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Winter Hawk Walks Enjoy a rustic stroll over the historic countryside while free flying spectacular hawks fly overhead. Learn about the natural behaviour of hawks, watch them work over meadow and woodland and enjoy the excitement of one of the worlds oldest sports. Battlehttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukBattle

[ November 26, 2011; 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. ] Ghost Stories for Christmas Gather in the library of Belsay Hall for series of Victorian inspired ghost stories told by the gentleman of the house. Wrap up warm and watch out for things that go bump in the night! Northumberlandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukNorthumberland

[ November 6, 2011; 11:30 am to 3:30 pm. ] Gothic Days Discover Victorians at their gothic best in the iconic ruins of Whitby Abbey. Costumed falconers display a range of hawks, falcons and owls and the Hangman tells the secrets of his trade. Plus the undertaker reveals how important A Big Send Off was. Whitby, North Yorkshirehttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukWhitby, North Yorkshire

[ November 5, 2011; 11:30 am to 12:45 pm. ] The Real Story of the Gunpowder Plot Guided Tour The true story of the Gunpowder plot of 1605 is revealed in this guided storytelling tour around the Castle. Suitable for Adults only. Carlislehttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukCarlisle

[ November 27, 2011; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Festive Falconry Join Raphael Falconry this Christmas as they re-create the role of royal Falconers and Hawkers. Learn how hawks were trained to catch birds and animals and about the traditions of medieval Falconers. Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Gardenhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukKenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden

[ November 27, 2011; 11:00 am to 3:30 pm. ] Victorian Christmas with Father Christmas Meet our Victorian Father Christmas now that he has finished delivering presents. Hear his famous yuletide stories and poems, and meet the Heauristics with their tales of Christmases past. Wrap up warm and enjoy the show. Northumberlandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukNorthumberland