The English seaside
By: Kaye | May 23, 2013 – 6:08 am | No Comment

Photographer Peter Williams celebrates the peculiar eccentricities and quintessential charms – from helter-skelters to lighthouses, pirates, palmists and Punch and Judy – of this cherished and rapidly changing English landscape

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Lyme Regis, West Dorset, England – Fossil Walks
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:41 pm | No Comment
Lyme Regis, West Dorset, England – Fossil Walks

[ July 11, 2013; 12:15 pm to 3:15 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
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted [...]

Goodwood , West Sussex, England – Festival of Speed
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:24 pm | No Comment
Goodwood , West Sussex, England – Festival of Speed

[ July 11, 2013 9:00 am to July 14, 2013 6:00 pm. ] Large motorsports event with flying displays over the grounds of Goodwood House PO18 0PXGoodwood , West Sussex, Englandhttp://www.goodwood.co.uk/festival-of-speed/welcome.aspxGoodwood , West Sussex, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. Links which you can use to find out what programs are available, [...]

A la Ronde:Summer Lane, Exmouth, Exmouth, England – Exhibition – Exmouth Photography Group
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:59 am | No Comment
A la Ronde:Summer Lane, Exmouth, Exmouth, England – Exhibition – Exmouth Photography Group

[ July 11, 2012; 11:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Exmouth Photography Group present a varied selection of work by their members Exmouth Photography Group present a varied selection of work by their members. Free entry to the exhibiton in the Stable and Tearoom. Open dailyMore Information: A la Ronde, 01395 265514, alaronde@nationaltrust.org.ukA la Ronde:Summer Lane, Exmouth, Exmouth, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukA la Ronde:Summer Lane, Exmouth, Exmouth, England
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Stourhead, Wiltshire, England – Solo Art Exhibition (non NT)
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:56 am | No Comment
Stourhead, Wiltshire, England – Solo Art Exhibition (non NT)

[ July 11, 2012; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Fiona Gordon Abbey Fighting Back 40 inspiring new works in celebration of a new life.More Information: Jane Parfitt, 01747 840747, jane@first-view.co.ukStourhead, Wiltshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukStourhead, Wiltshire, England
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Caerwent Roman Town, Monmouthshire, Wales – Roman Caerwent Revealed
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:53 am | No Comment
Caerwent Roman Town, Monmouthshire, Wales – Roman Caerwent Revealed

[ July 11, 2012; 7:30 pm; ] Discover the Roman riches of Caerwent in the company of Cadw inspector, Jon Berry, with light refreshments to follow. This is an outdoor event for which appropriate footwear and clothing are recommended.Caerwent Roman Town, Monmouthshire, Waleshttp://cadw.wales.gov.uk/events/allevents/6056268/?lang=enCaerwent Roman Town, Monmouthshire, Wales
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Denbigh Castle, Denbigh, Denbighshire, Wales – The Watchman’s Rounds
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:53 am | No Comment
Denbigh Castle, Denbigh, Denbighshire, Wales – The Watchman’s Rounds

[ July 11, 2012; 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] Fancy a look at Denbigh Castle when the crowds have gone home? Join the castles night watchman as he does his rounds of the castle and town walls.Denbigh Castle, Denbigh, Denbighshire, Waleshttp://cadw.wales.gov.uk/events/allevents/5996024/?lang=enDenbigh Castle, Denbigh, Denbighshire, Wales
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Harlech Castle, Harlech, Gwynedd, Wales – A Tale of Two Masons
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:53 am | No Comment
Harlech Castle, Harlech, Gwynedd, Wales – A Tale of Two Masons

[ July 11, 2012; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Come and meet a stonemason who helped to build the castle in the late thirteenth century and one of his modern counterparts. What skills do they share and how much has the masons craft altered over the centuries? Harlech Castle, Harlech, Gwynedd, Waleshttp://cadw.wales.gov.uk/events/allevents/6056556/?lang=enHarlech Castle, Harlech, Gwynedd, Wales
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Balmacara Estate, Kyle, West Highlands, Scotland – Historic Plockton Village Tour
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:52 am | No Comment
Balmacara Estate, Kyle, West Highlands, Scotland – Historic Plockton Village Tour

[ July 11, 2012; 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Explore the historic planned village of Plockton, dating from 1801 with the Trust ranger. The tour visits the main areas of the village, the old pier and pontoons, the Brae with its crofts and ancient trees, the Open Air Church and the War Memorial. Learn about the history of crofting and planned villages in the [...]

Fowey Estuary to Pencarrow Head, Cornwall – Creeks by Canoe
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:46 am | No Comment
Fowey Estuary to Pencarrow Head, Cornwall – Creeks by Canoe

[ July 11, 2012; 9:30 am to 1:30 pm. ] Kayaking down the river Fowey is a great way to soak in the beauty and tranquility of the estuary. The National Trust and Encounter Cornwall offer you the unique experience of exploring National Trust property on the beautiful Fowey estuary. Travelling in double kayaks you will have plenty of space. Full instruction and equipment provided. [...]

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Ben Lomond – The Ardess Hidden History Trail
By: | February 14, 2012 – 12:32 pm | No Comment
Ben Lomond – The Ardess Hidden History Trail

[ July 11, 2012; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Discover the hidden archaeological traces of life in past times on east Loch Lomondside.These low-level, ranger-guided archaeology walks are suitable for the whole family, and give an opportunity to delve into the history of the Rowardennan area. Ben Lomondhttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Detail/418/Ben Lomond

Cheshire – Philip Higham, cello – (lunchtime concert): 11 July 2011
By: | July 22, 2011 – 4:12 pm | No Comment
Cheshire – Philip Higham, cello – (lunchtime concert): 11 July 2011

[ July 11, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] One of the UKs most prominent young cellists.VENUE:St Marys CentreChester, CH1 2DWDATE: 11 July 11TIME: 1.00pmTel:0845 241 7868Email:info@chesterfestivals.co.ukCheshireCheshire

London – Blaze Festival
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:40 pm | No Comment
London – Blaze Festival

[ July 11, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] A celebration of the boldest music from across the globe for East London, featuring UK exclusives and new commissions. Blaze is presented by the Barbican and part of the Create Festival.?Blaze includes commissions and new works, open-air concerts, and special shows in venues across East London including the historic Hackney Empire and more.Londonhttp://www.barbican.org.uk/blazeLondon

Magna Mazda British Pedal Car Grand Prix
By: The Editor | June 18, 2010 – 10:18 am | No Comment
Magna Mazda British Pedal Car Grand Prix

[ July 11, 2010; ]
54 teams will be battling in this year’s grand prix

Free
Ringwood, Hampshire

Northern BMW Festival
By: | June 16, 2010 – 2:57 pm | No Comment
Northern BMW Festival

[ July 11, 2010; ] Tatton Park once again plays host to the largest gathering of BMW’s in the North of England. Concourse competition, a huge Show & Shine competition, BMW race cars on display, Register displays, plus the new MINI Register, cars for sale, specialist trade stands, autojumble etc. There is something for everyone, and all BMW owners are [...]

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Mouth of the Tyne
By: | June 14, 2010 – 12:48 pm | No Comment
Mouth of  the Tyne

[ July 11, 2010; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The streets and venues of Tynemouth and South Shields welcome quirky street performers, acrobatics, live music, dance and comedy for this annual festival. The highlight is a Saturday evening concert in the spectacular grounds of Tynemouth Priory and Castle. Tynemouth and South Shields www.newcastle.gov.uk

Chesterfield Race for Life
By: | June 14, 2010 – 12:41 pm | No Comment
Chesterfield Race for Life

[ July 11, 2010; 10:30 am to 6:00 pm. ] There will be two races taking place in Chesterfield on this day with women jogging or running 5k to help Race for Life smash their fundraising target of £116,000 for Cancer Research UK’s life-saving work. For further information contact Chesterfield Tourist Information Centre on tel: 01246 345777/8, email: tourism@chesterfield.gov.uk or visit www.visitchesterfield.info

Chesterfield Race for Life
By: | June 14, 2010 – 12:41 pm | No Comment
Chesterfield Race for Life

[ July 11, 2010; 2:30 pm to 6:00 pm. ] There will be two races taking place in Chesterfield on this day with women jogging or running 5k to help Race for Life smash their fundraising target of £116,000 for Cancer Research UK’s life-saving work. For further information contact Chesterfield Tourist Information Centre on tel: 01246 345777/8, email: tourism@chesterfield.gov.uk or visit www.visitchesterfield.info

Hook in Bloom Table Top Sales
By: | May 11, 2010 – 10:45 am | No Comment
Hook in Bloom Table Top Sales

[ July 11, 2010; 12:00 am; ] Hook Memorial Hall, High Street, Hook, Goole

Live @Castle
By: | May 11, 2010 – 10:13 am | No Comment
Live @Castle

[ July 11, 2010; ] Stafford Castle, Stafford

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Weardale Railway Classic Car Rally
By: | May 11, 2010 – 9:40 am | No Comment
Weardale Railway Classic Car Rally

[ July 11, 2010; ] Meet the motor stars of film and TV, including Life on Mars, Heartbeat and the Royal. A collection of over 100 classic vehicles will be on display at the Bondisle Recreation Field adjacent to Stanhope Station.Contact: 01388 526203www.weardale-railway.org.uk

Wiltshire County Show
By: The Editor | April 1, 2010 – 10:09 am | No Comment
Wiltshire County Show

[ July 11, 2010 to July 14, 2010. July 11, 2010 to July 14, 2010. ] Barbury Castle Estate, near Marlborough, Wiltshire
Adult £15 (in advance £12)
includes the Barbury Horse Trials which run from 8-11th July