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Irene Thomas found Curacao the most successfully diverse country she has ever visited – and one of the most beautiful as well

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Charmouth, West Dorset, England – Family Fossil Walk
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:41 pm | No Comment
Charmouth, West Dorset, England – Family Fossil Walk

[ July 30, 2013; 3:00 pm to 6:00 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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Ryedale, North Yorkshire, England – Ryedale Show
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:18 am | No Comment
Ryedale, North Yorkshire, England – Ryedale Show

[ July 30, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] County Show: Food, drink and entertainment for all the family!Ryedale, North Yorkshire, Englandhttp://www.ryedaleshow.org.uk/Ryedale, North Yorkshire, 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, and what the benefits are can [...]

Brockenhurst, Hampshire, England – New Forest & Hampshire Show
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:18 am | No Comment
Brockenhurst, Hampshire, England – New Forest & Hampshire Show

[ July 30, 2013 9:00 am to August 1, 2013 6:00 pm. ] County Show: Food, drink and entertainment for all the family!Brockenhurst, Hampshire, Englandhttp://www.newforestshow.co.uk/Brockenhurst, Hampshire, 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, and what the benefits are can be found [...]

Brockenhurst, Hampshire, England – New Forest and Hampshire Show
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:17 am | No Comment
Brockenhurst, Hampshire, England – New Forest and Hampshire Show

[ July 30, 2013 9:00 am to August 1, 2013 6:00 pm. ] The New Forest and Hampshire County Show is an annual agricultural show held for three days at the end of July at New Park, Brockenhurst in Hampshire.Brockenhurst, Hampshire, Englandhttp://www.newforestshow.co.uk/website/Brockenhurst, Hampshire, 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 [...]

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Glencoe & Dalness – Glencoe Challenge
By: | February 14, 2012 – 12:33 pm | No Comment
Glencoe & Dalness – Glencoe Challenge

[ July 30, 2012; 10:30 am to 11:30 am. ] Come and test your knowledge of the mountains and their wildlife and play the Glencoe Challenge.Come and test your knowledge of the mountains and their wildlife and play the Glencoe Challenge. This is a large scale board game well play outside if its fine and indoors if its wet! Glencoe & Dalnesshttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Detail/1692/Glencoe & Dalness

Newcastle – EAT! NewcastleGateshead
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:09 am | No Comment
Newcastle – EAT! NewcastleGateshead

[ July 30, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Youll see the return of some some favourites in a new guise, alongside some brand new events that celebrate the best of local food and drink.Newcastlehttp://www.eatnewcastlegateshead.com/Newcastle

Cheshire – Tatton Park Picnic Concerts – Halle Fireworks & Light Spectacular
By: | July 22, 2011 – 4:21 pm | No Comment
Cheshire – Tatton Park Picnic Concerts – Halle Fireworks & Light Spectacular

[ July 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Enjoy a spectacular evening beneath the stars as this picnic-style concert with the world famous Halle and a fabulous firework finale starring Lesley Garrett.Tickets On Sale NOW !Tatton ParkKnutsfordCheshireWA16 6QNTel:0844 847 2457Email:tatton@cheshire.gov.ukCheshireCheshire

Cheshire – The Blackden Trust – Medieval Cheshire
By: | July 22, 2011 – 4:17 pm | No Comment
Cheshire – The Blackden Trust – Medieval Cheshire

[ July 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] A musical afternoon with The Blackden Trust.The Old Medicine HouseBlackdenHolmes ChapelCheshireCW4 8BYTel:01477 571445Email:contact@theblackdentrust.org.ukCheshireCheshire

Cheshire – Guided Tour at Hough Garden
By: | July 22, 2011 – 4:14 pm | No Comment
Cheshire – Guided Tour at Hough Garden

[ July 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Discover more about organic vegetable gardening and composting. Join the guided tour at Hough Garden, Alderley Edge. Please note that there will be a limit on numbers owing to the size of the gardenHough LaneAlderley EdgeSK9 7JDCheshireCheshire

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Glamis, Angus – A Grand Scottish Prom
By: | July 22, 2011 – 4:09 pm | No Comment
Glamis, Angus – A Grand Scottish Prom

[ July 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Experience a superb orchestral performance from one of Europes leading Orchestras. Glamis, Angushttp://www.glamis-castle.co.uk/Glamis, Angus

Castlebay, Isle of Barra – Barrafest
By: | July 22, 2011 – 4:09 pm | No Comment
Castlebay, Isle of Barra – Barrafest

[ July 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The most westerly music festival in Scotland Barra Fest – Live @ the Edge is an exciting music festival on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean – next stop Canada! The festival which is hosted by Fis Bharraigh, a well known and established traditional music tuition festival on the island, will takes place in a [...]

Ramsgate, Kent – Ramsgate Week
By: | July 22, 2011 – 4:09 pm | No Comment
Ramsgate, Kent – Ramsgate Week

[ July 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Ramsgate Week 2011 is the Royal Temple Yacht Club annual regatta and is widely recognised as the friendly regatta and the alternative to Cowes.Ramsgate Week 2011 is supported by London Array.You get to meet all the competitors in the newly refurbished club bar, the town is only a 5 minute walk from your berth and [...]

Glamis, Scotland – Scottish Proms at Glamis Castle 2011
By: | July 22, 2011 – 4:09 pm | No Comment
Glamis, Scotland – Scottish Proms at Glamis Castle 2011

[ July 30, 2011; 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. ] Following last years break, we are delighted to announce that the Scottish Grand Prom will once again take place on Saturday 30 July, 2011.Programme details will follow shortly but include a musical extravagaza set in the castle grounds and will be rounded off with a spectacular fireworks finale.Super Early Bird Tickets available for short time [...]

Fishguard, Wales – Fishguard International Music Festival
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:57 pm | No Comment
Fishguard, Wales – Fishguard International Music Festival

[ July 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Established in 1970, The Fishguard International Music Festival is one of Wales most prestigious festivals bringing the best in classical music to the rugged coastal and bluestone region that is north Pembrokeshire. Sponsored and funded by the Arts Council of Wales, the Festival has been presenting an international programme of orchestral, chamber and choral music [...]

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Chichester – Glorious Goodwood
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:55 pm | No Comment
Chichester – Glorious Goodwood

[ July 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] More than 100,000 people flock through the gates of Glorious Goodwood to enjoy the chic, relaxed and incredibly stylish atmosphere. There are racing highlights every day – including the Sussex Stakes, the Goodwood Cup and the Blue Square Nassau Stakes.Chichesterhttp://www.goodwood.co.uk/horse-racing/glorious-goodwood/glorious-goodwood.aspxChichester

Coventry – Coventry Caribbean Festival
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:52 pm | No Comment
Coventry – Coventry Caribbean Festival

[ July 30, 2011; 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] oventry Caribbean Festival 2011 – Saturday 30th July 2011 12 Noon till 9pm – War Memorial Park, Kenilworth Road, Coventry, CV3 6PT This years festival will be on the Saturday 30th July 12 noon – 9.00 pm at the Coventry War Memorial Park. We are pulling out all the stops to make this, the 21st [...]

Redhills, Penrith, Cumbria – Countryman’s Ball
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:52 pm | No Comment
Redhills, Penrith, Cumbria – Countryman’s Ball

[ July 30, 2011; 6:30 pm; ] Come and celebrate the summer with a family ceilidh and live music from local bands at Redhills, Penrith (near Rheged). Hog roast supper and real ales will be available and gates open at 6.30 pm. Tickets include food and cost 10 for adults, 5 for under 16s and under 5s are free. [...]

Thame, Oxon – Oxfordshire County and Thame Show
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:45 pm | No Comment
Thame, Oxon – Oxfordshire County and Thame Show

[ July 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Thame Show is billed as The Greatest One Day Agricultural Show in the country. Every year we attract a gate of approx 20,000 visitors who come to enjoy themselves. There is something for all ages. We have competitions for Sheep and Cattle, Horses and Showjumping with some of the countrys finest riders, a Premier Dog [...]

London – BBC Proms Lit Festival
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:40 pm | No Comment
London – BBC Proms Lit Festival

[ July 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] The 2011 BBC Proms runs from Friday 15 July – Saturday 10 September. Season details will be announced at noon on Thursday 14 April. Booking will open at 9.00am on Saturday 7 May.Londonhttp://www.bbc.co.uk/promsLondon

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Lanhydrock – Food Tasting
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:39 pm | No Comment
Lanhydrock – Food Tasting

[ July 30, 2011; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Sample some locally produced treats in the gift shop on the last weekend of the month. Telephone for details of whats on offer.Lanhydrockhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-events/w-events-find_event.htm?c=1Lanhydrock

Cockermouth – Cockermouth Show
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:33 pm | No Comment
Cockermouth – Cockermouth Show

[ July 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] A great day out for all the family at this years Cockermouth Show. Judging of animals starts at 9.30pm along with the BSJ show jumping.You can view cattle, sheep, goats, horses, poultry even ostriches. Sheep dogs, foxhounds and terriers too. Take a ride on the rodeo bull.Visit the sheep clipping demonstration and learn a [...]

Birmingham – Femme Metal Festival
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:30 pm | No Comment
Birmingham – Femme Metal Festival

[ July 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Metal/rock festival that takes place during the second May Bank Holiday.Femme Metal Festival is a UK festival specifically aimed at promoting female fronted metal/rock bands and to raise money for Macmillan Cancer SupportThe 2011 line-up includes Line-up:ReVamp, Theatres des Vampires, Regardless of Me, Exoterik, ApparitionBirminghamhttp://www.femmemetalrecords.com/liveevents.htmBirmingham

Aberdeenshire – Banchory Show
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:28 pm | No Comment
Aberdeenshire – Banchory Show

[ July 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] A great day out for all the family at this years Banchory Show. Come and see the special attraction for 2011Monster Trucks Big Pete & the Grim ReaperA fun day for all the familySet in the heart of Aberdeenshire, ScotlandAberdeenshirehttp://www.banchoryshow.co.uk/Aberdeenshire

Birmingham – Femme Metal Festival
By: | April 18, 2011 – 7:20 pm | No Comment
Birmingham – Femme Metal Festival

[ July 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Metal/rock festival that takes place during the second May Bank Holiday.Femme Metal Festival is a UK festival specifically aimed at promoting female fronted metal/rock bands and to raise money for Macmillan Cancer SupportThe 2011 line-up includes Line-up:ReVamp, Theatres des Vampires, Regardless of Me, Exoterik, ApparitionBirminghamhttp://www.femmemetalrecords.com/liveevents.htmBirmingham

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London – BBC Proms Lit Festival
By: | April 18, 2011 – 7:17 pm | No Comment
London – BBC Proms Lit Festival

[ July 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The 2011 BBC Proms runs from Friday 15 July – Saturday 10 September. Season details will be announced at noon on Thursday 14 April. Booking will open at 9.00am on Saturday 7 May.Londonhttp://www.bbc.co.uk/promsLondon

Thame, Oxon – Oxfordshire County and Thame Show
By: | April 18, 2011 – 6:36 pm | No Comment
Thame, Oxon – Oxfordshire County and Thame Show

[ July 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Thame Show is billed as The Greatest One Day Agricultural Show in the country. Every year we attract a gate of approx 20,000 visitors who come to enjoy themselves. There is something for all ages. We have competitions for Sheep and Cattle, Horses and Showjumping with some of the countrys finest riders, a Premier Dog [...]

Aberdeenshire – Banchory Show
By: | April 18, 2011 – 6:36 pm | No Comment
Aberdeenshire – Banchory Show

[ July 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] A great day out for all the family at this years Banchory Show. Come and see the special attraction for 2011Monster Trucks Big Pete & the Grim ReaperA fun day for all the familySet in the heart of Aberdeenshire, ScotlandAberdeenshirehttp://www.banchoryshow.co.uk/Aberdeenshire

Cockermouth – Cockermouth Show
By: | April 18, 2011 – 6:36 pm | No Comment
Cockermouth – Cockermouth Show

[ July 30, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] A great day out for all the family at this years Cockermouth Show. Judging of animals starts at 9.30pm along with the BSJ show jumping.You can view cattle, sheep, goats, horses, poultry even ostriches. Sheep dogs, foxhounds and terriers too. Take a ride on the rodeo bull.Visit the sheep clipping demonstration and learn a [...]