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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Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Wales – Family Weekend Club
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Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Wales – Family Weekend Club

[ August 25, 2013 12:00 pm to August 31, 2013 4:00 pm. ] Many things on the list of 50 Things to do before youre 11 are available all year round at Dinefwr. Become part of the Family Weekend Club and fill your Saturdays or Sundays with free activities for all the family. Youll need a 50 Things scrapbook and your imagination!Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Waleshttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukDinefwr [...]

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

[ August 25, 2013; 1:15 pm to 4:15 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
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Charmouth, West Dorset, England – Family Fossil Walk
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Charmouth, West Dorset, England – Family Fossil Walk

[ August 25, 2013; 12:00 pm to 3:00 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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Little Gransden , Cambridgeshire, England – Little Gransden Charity Air & Car Show
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:23 pm | No Comment
Little Gransden , Cambridgeshire, England – Little Gransden Charity Air & Car Show

[ August 25, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] This annual fundraiser for BBCs Children in Need is one of the best small airshows in the country with a fine mix of civilian and warbird acts. SG19 3BPLittle Gransden , Cambridgeshire, Englandhttp://www.littlegransdenshow.co.uk/Little Gransden , Cambridgeshire, England
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Llangynidr, Powys, Wales – Llangynidr Agricultural Show
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:19 am | No Comment
Llangynidr, Powys, Wales – Llangynidr Agricultural Show

[ August 25, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] County Show: Food, drink and entertainment for all the family!Llangynidr, Powys, Waleshttp://www.llangynidrshow.org/Llangynidr, Powys, Wales
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Watnall, Nottinghamshire, England – Moorgreen Show
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:19 am | No Comment
Watnall, Nottinghamshire, England – Moorgreen Show

[ August 25, 2013 9:00 am to August 26, 2013 6:00 pm. ] County Show: Food, drink and entertainment for all the family!Watnall, Nottinghamshire, Englandhttp://www.moorgreenshow.co.uk/Watnall, Nottinghamshire, England
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Ardenrun Showground, Tandridge Lane, Lingfield, Surrey, England – Edenbridge & Oxted Show
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Ardenrun Showground, Tandridge Lane, Lingfield, Surrey, England – Edenbridge & Oxted Show

[ August 25, 2013 9:00 am to August 26, 2013 6:00 pm. ] County Show: Food, drink and entertainment for all the family!Ardenrun Showground, Tandridge Lane, Lingfield, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.edenbridge-show.co.uk/Ardenrun Showground, Tandridge Lane, Lingfield, Surrey, England
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Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens, Morpeth, Northumberland, England – A GRAND MEDIEVAL JOUST
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens, Morpeth, Northumberland, England – A GRAND MEDIEVAL JOUST

[ August 25, 2012 11:00 am to August 27, 2012 4:30 pm. ] A magnificent medieval joust where medieval fighting knights on horseback compete in a live action show. Revel in the drama of clashing knights on horseback and cheer on your favourite. Be entertained by the court falconers, musicians and jester for plent

Old Wardour Castle, Salisbury, Wiltshire, England – THE SIEGE OF WARDOUR!
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Old Wardour Castle, Salisbury, Wiltshire, England – THE SIEGE OF WARDOUR!

[ August 25, 2012 11:00 am to August 26, 2012 5:00 pm. ] Join the Wardour Garrison as we step back to the Civil War and watch displays of life from over 360 years ago. Witness the siege of Old Wardour with Lady Arundel herself, complete with musket firings! Plus, there will be a living history camp to see displ

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Whitby Abbey, Whitby, Yorkshire, England – MYTHS AND LEGENDS WEEKEND
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Whitby Abbey, Whitby, Yorkshire, England – MYTHS AND LEGENDS WEEKEND

[ August 25, 2012 11:00 am to August 27, 2012 5:00 pm. ] Myths and legends brought to life for a weekend of drama, costumes and living history. Bram Stokers classic Victorian gothic tale Dracula is brought to life with a cast of 4 actors in promenade performances in the ruins of Whitby Abbey. Performances at 11

Dover Castle, Dover, Kent, England – ROMAN FESTIVAL
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Dover Castle, Dover, Kent, England – ROMAN FESTIVAL

[ August 25, 2012 10:00 am to August 27, 2012 5:00 pm. ] Step back in time to the Roman invasion of Britain. Witness combat and drill, watch Roman cavalry and see an authentic Roman racing chariot in action. Children can experience life as a Roman soldier!Dover Castle, Dover, Kent, England

Goodrich Castle, Goodrich, Herefordshire, England – MEDIEVAL FIGHTING KNIGHTS
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Goodrich Castle, Goodrich, Herefordshire, England – MEDIEVAL FIGHTING KNIGHTS

[ August 25, 2012 11:00 am to August 27, 2012 5:00 pm. ] Step back to medieval times at Goodrich Castle this Bank Holiday weekend, and watch the knights do battle in thrilling live shows for all the family. Support your favourite as he uses his impressive skills to out-do his opponents in a brave fight to the f

1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey & Battlefield, Battle, Sussex, England – TIME TRAVELLERS GO… NORMANS & SAXONS
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey & Battlefield, Battle, Sussex, England – TIME TRAVELLERS GO… NORMANS & SAXONS

[ August 25, 2012 10:00 am to August 27, 2012 5:00 pm. ] Could you be a brave Norman knight or bold Saxon warrior? Prepare for action by painting your own shield, then take part in a Kids Battle of Hastings or try your hand at archery! Then wander the living history encampments and witness soldiers preparing ar

Scarborough Castle, Scarborough, Yorkshire, England – WARRIOR WEEKENDS
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Scarborough Castle, Scarborough, Yorkshire, England – WARRIOR WEEKENDS

[ August 25, 2012 11:00 am to August 27, 2012 5:00 pm. ] Could you make it as a medieval Knight or noble Lady? Meet the costumed and armoured trio and discover the life of a Knight. Junior knights can take part in sword practice and see hand to hand sword fighting.Scarborough Castle, Scarborough, Yorkshire

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Boness Recreation Centre, Falkirk, Falkirk, Scotland – Lhasa Apso Club of Scotland Dog Show
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:42 am | No Comment
Boness Recreation Centre, Falkirk, Falkirk, Scotland – Lhasa Apso Club of Scotland Dog Show

[ August 25, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowBoness Recreation Centre, Falkirk, Falkirk, Scotlandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukBoness Recreation Centre, Falkirk, Falkirk, Scotland
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Exeter Livestock Centre, Devon, Devon, England – Newton Abbot & South Devon Canine Society Dog Show
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:42 am | No Comment
Exeter Livestock Centre, Devon, Devon, England – Newton Abbot & South Devon Canine Society Dog Show

[ August 25, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowExeter Livestock Centre, Devon, Devon, Englandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukExeter Livestock Centre, Devon, Devon, England
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Anglesey Agricultural Showground, Anglesey, Anglesey, Wales – Anglesey Canine Society Dog Show
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:42 am | No Comment
Anglesey Agricultural Showground, Anglesey, Anglesey, Wales – Anglesey Canine Society Dog Show

[ August 25, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowAnglesey Agricultural Showground, Anglesey, Anglesey, Waleshttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukAnglesey Agricultural Showground, Anglesey, Anglesey, Wales
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Low Farm, Northamptonshire, Northamptonshire, England – Milton Keynes & District Canine Society Dog Show
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Low Farm, Northamptonshire, Northamptonshire, England – Milton Keynes & District Canine Society Dog Show

[ August 25, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowLow Farm, Northamptonshire, Northamptonshire, Englandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukLow Farm, Northamptonshire, Northamptonshire, England
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Royal Highland Showground, Mid Lothian, Mid Lothian, Scotland – Scottish Kennel Club Dog Show
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Royal Highland Showground, Mid Lothian, Mid Lothian, Scotland – Scottish Kennel Club Dog Show

[ August 25, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowRoyal Highland Showground, Mid Lothian, Mid Lothian, Scotlandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukRoyal Highland Showground, Mid Lothian, Mid Lothian, Scotland
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Ladywood Leisure Centre, Mid Lothian, Mid Lothian, Scotland – The Scottish Pomeranian Club Dog Show
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Ladywood Leisure Centre, Mid Lothian, Mid Lothian, Scotland – The Scottish Pomeranian Club Dog Show

[ August 25, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowLadywood Leisure Centre, Mid Lothian, Mid Lothian, Scotlandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukLadywood Leisure Centre, Mid Lothian, Mid Lothian, Scotland
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Charles Dickens School, Hampshire, Hampshire, England – SCCE Handler of the Year & Companion Dog Show Dog Show
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:42 am | No Comment
Charles Dickens School, Hampshire, Hampshire, England – SCCE Handler of the Year & Companion Dog Show Dog Show

[ August 25, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowCharles Dickens School, Hampshire, Hampshire, Englandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukCharles Dickens School, Hampshire, Hampshire, England
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Tredegar Sports Centre, Gwent, Gwent, Wales – Blackwood & District Canine society Dog Show
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Tredegar Sports Centre, Gwent, Gwent, Wales – Blackwood & District Canine society Dog Show

[ August 25, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowTredegar Sports Centre, Gwent, Gwent, Waleshttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukTredegar Sports Centre, Gwent, Gwent, Wales
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The Sports Connexion, West Midlands, West Midlands, England – Fox Terrier Expo 2012 Dog Show
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:42 am | No Comment
The Sports Connexion, West Midlands, West Midlands, England – Fox Terrier Expo 2012 Dog Show

[ August 25, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowThe Sports Connexion, West Midlands, West Midlands, Englandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukThe Sports Connexion, West Midlands, West Midlands, England
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Great Barr Leisure Centre, West Midlands, West Midlands, England – West Bromwich & Wednesbury C.S. Dog Show
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Great Barr Leisure Centre, West Midlands, West Midlands, England – West Bromwich & Wednesbury C.S. Dog Show

[ August 25, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowGreat Barr Leisure Centre, West Midlands, West Midlands, Englandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukGreat Barr Leisure Centre, West Midlands, West Midlands, England

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Lawrie & Symington Agriculatural Centre, South Lanarkshire, South Lanarkshire, Scotland – Scottish Dobermann Club Dog Show
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:42 am | No Comment
Lawrie & Symington Agriculatural Centre, South Lanarkshire, South Lanarkshire, Scotland – Scottish Dobermann Club Dog Show

[ August 25, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowLawrie & Symington Agriculatural Centre, South Lanarkshire, South Lanarkshire, Scotlandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukLawrie & Symington Agriculatural Centre, South Lanar

Adsett Farm, Adsett Lane, Westbury-on-Severn, GL14 1PQ, Westbury-on-Severn, England – Westbury Festival
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:42 am | No Comment
Adsett Farm, Adsett Lane, Westbury-on-Severn, GL14 1PQ, Westbury-on-Severn, England – Westbury Festival

[ August 25, 2012 9:00 am to August 27, 2012 6:00 pm. ] After the resounding success of last years Inaugural event, this year we have decided to host the festival over the bank holiday weekend from 25th-27th August. Set in a lovely rural setting we provide a mix of great music, great Cider, great company and w

Bailey Park, Abergavenny, Abergavenny, Wales – The Welsh Warrior Festival
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:42 am | No Comment
Bailey Park, Abergavenny, Abergavenny, Wales – The Welsh Warrior Festival

[ August 25, 2012 9:00 am to August 26, 2012 6:00 pm. ] The Welsh Warrior Festival was born in 2010 by the Richard Hunt Foundation, with the aim of raising funds to aid injured Welsh Warriors and their families through grants for specialised equipment or short breaks. For more information about The Richard Hun

Upton Country Park, Poole, Poole, England – Upbeat Festival
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Upton Country Park, Poole, Poole, England – Upbeat Festival

[ August 25, 2012 9:00 am to August 27, 2012 6:00 pm. ] Upbeat Festival 25th, 26th and 27th August 2012 Upton Country Park, PooleScrap any plans you may have had for this years August bank holiday,because the Mr Kyps Upbeat Festival is back!Following on from the runaway success that was last years inaugural