Letter from France: May 2013
By: Frederic de Poligny | May 19, 2013 – 6:42 am | No Comment

Whether you’re a novice or seasoned traveller, France will steal your heart. Each month, Frederic – our French correspondent – gives us the low-down on what to see and do across the channel

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Lyme Regis, West Dorset, England – Fossil Walks
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:40 pm | No Comment
Lyme Regis, West Dorset, England – Fossil Walks

[ August 19, 2013; 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Get Fossilling on the Jurassic Coast! Come and join in with one of our famous Fossil Walks along this historic stretch of Dorset coast with Lyme Regis Museum Geologist Paddy Howe and Marine Biologist Chris Andrew.Lyme Regis, West Dorset, Englandhttp://www.lymeregismuseum.co.uk/whats-on/fossil-walksLyme Regis, West Dorset, England
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Charmouth, West Dorset, England – Family Fossil Walk
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:40 pm | No Comment
Charmouth, West Dorset, England – Family Fossil Walk

[ August 19, 2013; 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Superb Value Fossil Hunting Walks on the Jurassic Coast of Dorset5 per person, Child under 4 years old free (equates to 20 for a family of 4 if all over the age of 4 years)Charmouth, West Dorset, Englandhttp://www.fossilwalks.com/events.htmCharmouth, West Dorset, England
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Brodsworth Hall & Gardens, Doncaster, Yorkshire, England – SUNDAY AFTERNOON BAND CONCERT
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:46 am | No Comment
Brodsworth Hall & Gardens, Doncaster, Yorkshire, England – SUNDAY AFTERNOON BAND CONCERT

[ August 19, 2012; 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] Hear one of the best local bands, Armthorpe Elmfield Band, perform against the stunning backdrop of Brodsworth Hall. Bring along your deck chairs and picnics for an afternoon of superb music.Brodsworth Hall & Gardens, Doncaster, Yorkshire, England

Mount Grace Priory, Northallerton, Yorkshire, England – AS YOU LIKE IT
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:46 am | No Comment
Mount Grace Priory, Northallerton, Yorkshire, England – AS YOU LIKE IT

[ August 19, 2012; 6:00 pm to 6:45 pm. ] Rain or Shine Theatre return to Mount Grace with a brand new production of one of Shakespeares classic comedies. Come along and enjoy an enchanting evening of outdoor theatre at its best.Mount Grace Priory, Northallerton, Yorkshire, England

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Eltham Palace & Gardens, Greenwich, London, England – TIME TRAVELLERS GO… WWII
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:46 am | No Comment
Eltham Palace & Gardens, Greenwich, London, England – TIME TRAVELLERS GO… WWII

[ August 19, 2012 11:00 am to August 22, 2012 5:00 pm. ] Air raids, rationing, evacuation – how would you have fared during WWII? Find out what life was really like during the 1940s, and learn about Elthams role during the war. Then take part in an obstacle course and childrens drill and even make your own gas

Cwmbran Stadium, Gwent, Gwent, Wales – Welsh Dobermann Club Dog Show
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:43 am | No Comment
Cwmbran Stadium, Gwent, Gwent, Wales – Welsh Dobermann Club Dog Show

[ August 19, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowCwmbran Stadium, Gwent, Gwent, Waleshttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukCwmbran Stadium, Gwent, Gwent, Wales
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Royal Bath & West Showground, Somerset, Somerset, England – Mid Somerset Agricultural Society Dog Show
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:43 am | No Comment
Royal Bath & West Showground, Somerset, Somerset, England – Mid Somerset Agricultural Society Dog Show

[ August 19, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowRoyal Bath & West Showground, Somerset, Somerset, Englandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukRoyal Bath & West Showground, Somerset, Somerset, England
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Lockmeadow Market, Kent, Kent, England – Kent County Canine Association Dog Show
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:43 am | No Comment
Lockmeadow Market, Kent, Kent, England – Kent County Canine Association Dog Show

[ August 19, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowLockmeadow Market, Kent, Kent, Englandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukLockmeadow Market, Kent, Kent, England
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Halcrow Stadium, Dumfriesshire, Sumfriesshire, Scotland – Dumfries & Galloway Canine Society Dog Show
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:43 am | No Comment
Halcrow Stadium, Dumfriesshire, Sumfriesshire, Scotland – Dumfries & Galloway Canine Society Dog Show

[ August 19, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowHalcrow Stadium, Dumfriesshire, Sumfriesshire, Scotlandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukHalcrow Stadium, Dumfriesshire, Sumfriesshire, Scotland
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Saint Hill Manor, East Grinstead, West Sussex, West Sussex, England – Summertime Swing
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:43 am | No Comment
Saint Hill Manor, East Grinstead, West Sussex, West Sussex, England – Summertime Swing

[ August 19, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Annual charity festival hosted by and featuring the UKs No.1 Jive & Swing band – The Jive Aces.Set in the grounds of beautiful Saint Hill Manor in East Grinstead, the event also features Classic Cars, Vintage military vehicles, BBQ, huge dance floor, retr

Sutton Hoo, Suffolk, England – Suffolk Open Studios Art Exhibition
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:55 am | No Comment
Sutton Hoo, Suffolk, England – Suffolk Open Studios Art Exhibition

[ August 19, 2012; 10:30 am to 5:00 pm. ] See beautiful works created by local artists and master craftsmen, all inspired by Sutton Hoo.More Information: Visitor Reception, 01394 389714, suttonhoo@nationaltrust.org.ukSutton Hoo, Suffolk, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukSutton Hoo, Suffolk, England
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Ightham Mote, Kent, England – Painting Weekend
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:54 am | No Comment
Ightham Mote, Kent, England – Painting Weekend

[ August 19, 2012; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Come and see conservation in action and learn about how we conserve our paintings. See our team at work in the Squires Room. More details to follow.More Information: Ightham Mote Property Office, 01732 810378 ext 100, ighthammote@nationaltrust.org.ukIghtham Mote, Kent, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukIghtham Mote, Kent, England
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Hatton Country World, Warwickshire – Family Camping Weekends
By: | April 3, 2012 – 12:15 pm | No Comment
Hatton Country World, Warwickshire – Family Camping Weekends

[ August 19, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Pitch for tent and car Entertainment programme Restaurant and farm shop on site free entry to farm village Farm animals, shows, adventure play & fun fait rides Snortys bouncing barnyard indoor play area Hatton Country World, Warwickshirehttp://www.visitwarwick.co.ukHatton Country World, Warwickshire

Somerset – Mid Somerset Show
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:12 am | No Comment
Somerset – Mid Somerset Show

[ August 19, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] A great day out for all the family!Somersethttp://www.midsomersetshow.org.uk/site/Somerset

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Sywell Aerodrome, Northamptonshire – Sywell Airshow
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:11 am | No Comment
Sywell Aerodrome, Northamptonshire – Sywell Airshow

[ August 19, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Popular family air display featuring some of the best civilian display teams and historic aircraft. NN6 0BN- more information on other UK airshows can be found here – http://www.airshows.org.uk. Sywell Aerodrome, Northamptonshirehttp://www.sywellairshow.co.uk/Sywell Aerodrome, Northamptonshire

Sandown – Isle of Wight Garlic Festival
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:09 am | No Comment
Sandown – Isle of Wight Garlic Festival

[ August 19, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Firmly established among the top British food festivals, it is always a highlight of summer on the Isle of Wight and has been regularly singled out for praise in the national press and on TV.Sandownhttp://www.garlic-festival.co.uk/Sandown

Cheshire – Children’s Craft Club – Peruvian Pursuits
By: | July 22, 2011 – 4:15 pm | No Comment
Cheshire – Children’s Craft Club – Peruvian Pursuits

[ August 19, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Peruvian Pursuits clay models and musical instruments. For children aged 6 11 years. 6 per child in the Education Room, Silk Museum, Park Lane, Macclesfield SK11 6TJ. Booking essential on 01625 612045Education RoomSilk MuseumPark LaneMacclesfieldCheshireSK11 6TJTel:01625 612045Email:info@macclesfield.silk.museumCheshireCheshire

Cheshire – Merlin and the Woods of Time
By: | July 22, 2011 – 4:13 pm | No Comment
Cheshire – Merlin and the Woods of Time

[ August 19, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Its a perfect day in Camelot. The Table is Round and the Grail is Holy. Knights joust and Ladies show favour. Blood is spilt, love declared, and medieval pundits talk us through the action. What could possibly go wrong?Grosvenor ParkGrosvenor Park RoadChesterCheshireCH1 1QQTel:0843 208 0500Email:info@chesterperforms.comCheshireCheshire

Duxford, Cambs – American Air Day
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:35 pm | No Comment
Duxford, Cambs – American Air Day

[ August 19, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] This family-friendly day showcases the work of the United States Air Force in Europe and, in particular, the Third Air Force, resident in the United Kingdom. Comprising a rich mix of flying and ground-based displays, American Air Day gives visitors the opportunity to engage with the Third Air Force and learn more about its [...]

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Buckland Abbey – Victorian Kitchen Handling
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:32 pm | No Comment
Buckland Abbey – Victorian Kitchen Handling

[ August 19, 2011; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Join our costumed Victorian Kitchen Maid to have a go some of the jobs carried out in a victorina kitchen, including churning butter.Buckland Abbeyhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/event-search-2/Events/display/d6fe8276-fdc0-4903-8cd1-37d1dd6769a4Buckland Abbey

Fun Time Thursdays (Chichester )
By: | August 2, 2010 – 3:53 pm | No Comment
Fun Time Thursdays   (Chichester )

[ August 19, 2010; ] Fun Time Thursdays at Fishbourne Roman Palace, 01243 785859 www.sussexpast.co.uk

63rd Annual Eglwysbach Show
By: The Editor | June 19, 2010 – 9:02 am | No Comment
63rd Annual Eglwysbach Show

[ August 19, 2010; 9:30 am to 5:30 pm. ]
Cae Henblas, Eglwysbach, North Wales
Adults: £4.50
Children: £2.50

Bournemouth Air Festival
By: | May 11, 2010 – 10:50 am | No Comment
Bournemouth Air Festival

[ August 19, 2010 to August 22, 2010. ] ,Bournemouth

148th Denbigh & Flint Show
By: The Editor | April 1, 2010 – 12:46 pm | No Comment
148th Denbigh & Flint Show

[ August 19, 2010; 8:30 am to 6:00 pm. ] The Green, Denbigh, North Wales
Adult £12 (in advance £11)
Senior £9 (in advance £8)
Children £5 (in advance £3.50)