In the footsteps of Jean Cocteau
By: Frederic de Poligny | June 18, 2013 – 5:52 am | No Comment

One of the appeals of Menton on the French Riviera is the largest museum dedicated to the works of Jean Cocteau (1889-1963), a famous French artist who died fifty years ago. Frederic exolores the museum and the three towns forever linked with his work

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Enniskillen, Fermanagh – The Grease and Dirty Dancing Show
By: | May 1, 2012 – 12:00 pm | No Comment
Enniskillen, Fermanagh – The Grease and Dirty Dancing Show

[ April 26, 2012; 8:00 pm; ] The Grease and Dirty Dancing Show showcases all the songs from the two hit movies/musicals. Performed by leading singers and dancers from Londons West End and supported by a sensational live band, the production brings a touch of The West End to your doorstep. Put on your dancing shoes or maybe even dress in your [...]

Newark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge – Exhibition – Ruffs and Collars
By: | May 1, 2012 – 12:00 pm | No Comment
Newark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge – Exhibition – Ruffs and Collars

[ April 29, 2012; 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Local artist, Grace de Berker, is holding her first Gloucestershire exhibition at Newark Park.Newark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edgehttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=e83cd503-8e11-4fc5-a7db-3d19777c1bdfNewark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge
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Derry, Londonderry – The Last Mile to Manchester and the Atheist
By: | May 1, 2012 – 12:00 pm | No Comment
Derry, Londonderry – The Last Mile to Manchester and the Atheist

[ April 24, 2012 8:00 pm to April 25, 2012 6:00 pm. ] A special two hander of plays from resident theatre company at The Playhouse and leading Northern Irish theatre company for adults with learning difficulties, Lilliput Theatre Company. The Atheist follows the somewhat unusual journey of Paul McGarton from Derry on his passage to heaven.Derry, Londonderryhttp://www.discovernorthernireland.com/The-Last-Mile-to-Manchester-and-The-Atheist-Londonderry-Derry-P26477Derry, Londonderry
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Greenway, Galmpton, near Brixham – Shoal Art Brixham
By: | May 1, 2012 – 12:00 pm | No Comment
Greenway, Galmpton, near Brixham – Shoal Art Brixham

[ April 29, 2012; 10:30 am to 5:00 pm. ] Featuring the work of Nicky Stevenson, Emma Carter, John Gillo, Julia Finzel, Kevin Wright, John Stevenson and Elisabeth Hadley. These award winning professional artists produce a visual feast for all.Greenway, Galmpton, near Brixhamhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=7a9ca0e4-5839-48b6-a66c-ddb83668060bGreenway, Galmpton, near Brixham
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Belfast – City of Belfast School of Music
By: | May 1, 2012 – 12:00 pm | No Comment
Belfast – City of Belfast School of Music

[ April 24, 2012 7:30 pm to April 25, 2012 6:00 pm. ] These concerts showcase the School of Musics Orchestras and Bands over the past year. Young musicians from 10 up to 21 years of age perform two different, captivating programmes.Belfasthttp://www.discovernorthernireland.com/City-of-Belfast-School-of-Music-Belfast-P26688Belfast
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Glendurgan Garden, Cornwall – Bluebells at Glendurgan
By: | May 1, 2012 – 12:00 pm | No Comment
Glendurgan Garden, Cornwall – Bluebells at Glendurgan

[ April 29, 2012; 10:30 am to 5:30 pm. ] Take a spring walk around this wonderful valley garden and enjoy the sight of the beautiful bluebells. The best time to see these lovely spring flowers is from mid April to May.Glendurgan Garden, Cornwallhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=5ffd5d3a-ab0c-40c8-90d3-75b49a708f4bGlendurgan Garden, Cornwall
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Armagh – A Night At the Stars at Armagh Planetarium
By: | May 1, 2012 – 12:00 pm | No Comment
Armagh – A Night At the Stars at Armagh Planetarium

[ April 24, 2012; 6:00 pm; ] Visible in the sky that night will be Saturn, Venus and Mars. The Lyrids meteor shower will also be peaking around this time, lasting from 16-25 April, they peak on 21-22 April, so we could be lucky enough to see a few shooting stars. We will also have amateur astronomers, the NIAAS, on hand to [...]

Trelissick Garden, Cornwall – Canoe Trip up the River Fal (half day)
By: | May 1, 2012 – 12:00 pm | No Comment
Trelissick Garden, Cornwall – Canoe Trip up the River Fal (half day)

[ April 28, 2012 10:00 am to April 29, 2012 12:30 pm. ] Enjoy a Half Day canoe trip on the River Fal. Suitable for everyone aged 6 and over, all equipment is provided to enjoy taking to the water and see the gardens and the river from the water in our..Trelissick Garden, Cornwallhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=a32f8a60-c3a9-4ed4-b67f-af096caff98cTrelissick Garden, Cornwall
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Ballymena, Co Antrim – Phil Coulter Celebrating 45 Years of Music
By: | May 1, 2012 – 12:00 pm | No Comment
Ballymena, Co Antrim – Phil Coulter Celebrating 45 Years of Music

[ April 25, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Up in that Pantheon inhabited by the biggest selling recording artistes of all time in Ireland, rubbing shoulders with Bono and the Boys, you might be surprised to bump into Phil Coulter. You shouldnt be!Its now twenty years since the distinctive sound of Tranquility, featuring Phils piano and orchestra, first seduced the whole of Ireland [...]

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Trelissick Garden, Cornwall – Archery
By: | May 1, 2012 – 12:00 pm | No Comment
Trelissick Garden, Cornwall – Archery

[ April 28, 2012 11:00 am to April 29, 2012 5:00 pm. ] Come to Trelissick Gardens and try the noble art of archery. Suitable for anyone aged 5 and up. Just drop in, no need to book. See website for more information www.canoecornwall.org.ukTrelissick Garden, Cornwallhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=9f9031c2-86e7-4f88-9241-334defb27f9aTrelissick Garden, Cornwall
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Belfast – Jack Quartet (NYC)
By: | May 1, 2012 – 12:00 pm | No Comment
Belfast – Jack Quartet (NYC)

[ April 24, 2012; 8:00 pm; ] A rare opportunity to share a seat in the intimate Cultrlann theatre with a true musical legend.Belfasthttp://www.discovernorthernireland.com/Jack-Quartet-NYC-Belfast-P26945Belfast
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Belfast – Ulster Sporting Heroes
By: | May 1, 2012 – 12:00 pm | No Comment
Belfast – Ulster Sporting Heroes

[ March 21, 2012 9:00 am to April 24, 2012 6:00 pm. ] The Linen Hall Library gets into the Olympic groove this year by teaming up with the Ulster Sports Museum to capture our rich and diverse sporting heritage. The exhibition will be launched by NIs Olympic medalist Dame Mary Peters. NI greats such as George Best and Alex Higgins feature.Belfasthttp://www.discovernorthernireland.com/Ulster-Sporting-Heroes-Belfast-P26906Belfast
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Newark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge – Exhibition – Ruffs and Collars
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:59 am | No Comment
Newark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge – Exhibition – Ruffs and Collars

[ April 28, 2012; 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Local artist, Grace de Berker, is holding her first Gloucestershire exhibition at Newark Park.Newark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edgehttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=e83cd503-8e11-4fc5-a7db-3d19777c1bdfNewark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge
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Castle Ward, Downpatrick – Salt Island Picnic Boat Trip
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:59 am | No Comment
Castle Ward, Downpatrick – Salt Island Picnic Boat Trip

[ April 22, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Enjoy a trip on Strangford Lough to Salt Island where a picnic awaits in beautiful surroundings.Castle Ward, Downpatrickhttp://www.discovernorthernireland.com/Salt-Island-Picnic-Boat-Trip-Strangford-Downpatrick-P26951Castle Ward, Downpatrick
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Mounts Bay, Cornwall – Outdoor Photography at Cudden Point
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:59 am | No Comment
Mounts Bay, Cornwall – Outdoor Photography at Cudden Point

[ April 28, 2012; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Come on a coastal walk with West Cornwalls favourite nature photographer and gen up on picture-taking and natural history at the same time. David Chapman will lead a photography workshop and walk aimed at beginners and intermediates. David will talk about the natural history along the route and participants will be given advice on all [...]

Belfast – Titanic Explorer Bus Tour
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:59 am | No Comment
Belfast – Titanic Explorer Bus Tour

[ March 31, 2012 9:00 am to April 22, 2012 6:00 pm. ] Part of Titanic Belfast Festival 2012. Journey to the past and experience the birthplace of a legend.Belfasthttp://www.discovernorthernireland.com/Titanic-Explorer-Bus-Tour-Belfast-P26861Belfast
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Harewoods, Outwood, Redhill, – Spring lamb spectacular
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:59 am | No Comment
Harewoods, Outwood, Redhill, – Spring lamb spectacular

[ April 28, 2012; 10:00 am to 11:30 am. ] Come join our Head ranger, Mark Richards, and meet our friendly spring lambs and their mums. Go for a short walk and see first hand how they play a very important role in managing the chalk down land. There will be an opportunity hopefully for people to handle the lambs if you would like. Meet [...]

Barnett Demesne, Belfast – Spring Fair
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:59 am | No Comment
Barnett Demesne, Belfast – Spring Fair

[ April 21, 2012 9:00 am to April 22, 2012 6:00 pm. ] This years fair will feature a wide range of activities for all the family, including a spring flower show, environmental activities, entertainment, wildlife displays and plant and craft stalls.Barnett Demesne, Belfasthttp://www.discovernorthernireland.com/Spring-Fair-Belfast-P26959Barnett Demesne, Belfast
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Greenway, Galmpton, near Brixham – Shoal Art Brixham
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:59 am | No Comment
Greenway, Galmpton, near Brixham – Shoal Art Brixham

[ April 28, 2012; 10:30 am to 5:00 pm. ] Featuring the work of Nicky Stevenson, Emma Carter, John Gillo, Julia Finzel, Kevin Wright, John Stevenson and Elisabeth Hadley. These award winning professional artists produce a visual feast for all.Greenway, Galmpton, near Brixhamhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=7a9ca0e4-5839-48b6-a66c-ddb83668060bGreenway, Galmpton, near Brixham
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Belfast – Sisters To An Icon
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:59 am | No Comment
Belfast – Sisters To An Icon

[ April 22, 2012; 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] Part of Titanic Belfast Festival 2012. From the horrors of war to the tranquillity of stability this illustrated lecture tells equally fascinating stories of Titanics largely forgotten siblings, RMS Britannic and Olympic.Belfasthttp://www.discovernorthernireland.com/Sisters-to-an-Icon-Belfast-P26901Belfast
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Glendurgan Garden, Cornwall – Bluebells at Glendurgan
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:59 am | No Comment
Glendurgan Garden, Cornwall – Bluebells at Glendurgan

[ April 28, 2012; 10:30 am to 5:30 pm. ] Take a spring walk around this wonderful valley garden and enjoy the sight of the beautiful bluebells. The best time to see these lovely spring flowers is from mid April to May.Glendurgan Garden, Cornwallhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=5ffd5d3a-ab0c-40c8-90d3-75b49a708f4bGlendurgan Garden, Cornwall
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Belfast – Titanic 100 Photographic Exhibition
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:59 am | No Comment
Belfast – Titanic 100 Photographic Exhibition

[ March 31, 2012 7:00 am to April 22, 2012 7:00 pm. ] Part of Titanic Belfast Festival 2012. The Titanic 100 photographicexhibition celebrates the building of the great ship from its inception to launch, focusing on the photography of R.J. Welch, the officialphotographer of Harland & Wolff. Through Welchs camera lens we get a remarkable insight into the scale of the shipyard, the environment in which men [...]

Trerice, near Newquay – Trerice by Night
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:59 am | No Comment
Trerice, near Newquay – Trerice by Night

[ April 27, 2012; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] The chiming of clocks, the coo of an owl, and the sun going down on 576 panes of glass. Absorb the atmophere of Trerice by Night. Soak up the atmosphere of the house lit by candlelight and enjoy the music of the Hammer dulcimer in the Great Chamber. See volunteers in Tudor costume in the [...]

Belfast – City Cemetary Walking Tours
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:59 am | No Comment
Belfast – City Cemetary Walking Tours

[ April 4, 2012 2:00 pm to April 22, 2012 6:00 pm. ] Part of Titanic Belfast Festival 2012. The tour will visit the graves of peoplelinked to the Titanic and its story, culminating with a unique performancepresented by Kabosh Theatre Company. The tour concludes at local pub, The Rock Bar, the Gaeltacht Quarter with a complimentary glass of Guinness. Comfortable walking shoes and warm clothing is advised.Belfasthttp://www.discovernorthernireland.com/City-Cemetery-Walking-Tours-Belfast-P26864Belfast
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Greenway, Galmpton, near Brixham – Shoal Art Brixham
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:59 am | No Comment
Greenway, Galmpton, near Brixham – Shoal Art Brixham

[ April 27, 2012; 10:30 am to 5:00 pm. ] Featuring the work of Nicky Stevenson, Emma Carter, John Gillo, Julia Finzel, Kevin Wright, John Stevenson and Elisabeth Hadley. These award winning professional artists produce a visual feast for all.Greenway, Galmpton, near Brixhamhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=7a9ca0e4-5839-48b6-a66c-ddb83668060bGreenway, Galmpton, near Brixham
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Belfast – Titanic Quarter 10K Road Race
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:59 am | No Comment
Belfast – Titanic Quarter 10K Road Race

[ April 22, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Part of Titanic Belfast Festival 2012. Now in its sixth year, the Titanic 10k has established itself as Northern Irelands premier road race.Belfasthttp://www.discovernorthernireland.com/Titanic-Quarter-10k-Road-Race-Belfast-P26893Belfast
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Glendurgan Garden, Cornwall – Bluebells at Glendurgan
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Glendurgan Garden, Cornwall – Bluebells at Glendurgan

[ April 27, 2012; 10:30 am to 5:30 pm. ] Take a spring walk around this wonderful valley garden and enjoy the sight of the beautiful bluebells. The best time to see these lovely spring flowers is from mid April to May.Glendurgan Garden, Cornwallhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=5ffd5d3a-ab0c-40c8-90d3-75b49a708f4bGlendurgan Garden, Cornwall
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Derry, Londonderry – Give My Head Piece Live
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:59 am | No Comment
Derry, Londonderry – Give My Head Piece Live

[ April 22, 2012; 8:00 pm; ] Give My Head Peace Live has always packed them out in Derrys finest theatre and 2012 will be no different. Da, Cal, Ma, Dympna and Billy the Peeler return to the Millennium Forum for an evening of fun, laughter and topical comedy not to be missed. And theyll be joined by Ulsters favourite greasy haired [...]