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

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Until June 30: The School of Shanghai (1840-1920)
During the 19th Century, armed conflicts shook the Qing Dynasty so hard that many artists, painters and calligraphers chose to flee to Shanghai where, under the protection of Western armies, they could develop their art. The combination of traditional Chinese visual art with freedom of drawing [...]

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Tyntesfield, Wraxall , Bristol, England – Feel Good Friday: delicious desserts
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:52 pm | No Comment
Tyntesfield, Wraxall , Bristol, England – Feel Good Friday: delicious desserts

[ February 8, 2013; 2:00 pm to 3:45 pm. ] Come a watch one of our lovely chefs at Tyntesfield demonstrate how to make two delicious desserts. Ask questions, get lots of top tips and best of all indulge in a hot drink and a dessert afterwards. Whether it will help you complete a romantic menu plan or is just to enjoy with friends, come [...]

Chesters Roman Fort and Museum, Cheshire, England – Stone Cleaning Workshop
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:21 pm | No Comment
Chesters Roman Fort and Museum, Cheshire, England – Stone Cleaning Workshop

[ February 8, 2013; 10:00 am to 11:30 am. ] Every year the stone altars and sculpture at Chesters Museum have to be cleaned. This year you can help! Come and learn more about the stones on display, where they came from and what they can tell us about aspects of life along Hadrians Wall. Chesters Roman Fort and Museum, Cheshire, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukChesters Roman Fort and [...]

Chesters Roman Fort and Museum, Cheshire, England – Stone Cleaning Workshop
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:21 pm | No Comment
Chesters Roman Fort and Museum, Cheshire, England – Stone Cleaning Workshop

[ February 8, 2013; 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm. ] Every year the stone altars and sculpture at Chesters Museum have to be cleaned. This year you can help! Come and learn more about the stones on display, where they came from and what they can tell us about aspects of life along Hadrians Wall. Chesters Roman Fort and Museum, Cheshire, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukChesters Roman Fort and [...]

Dover Castle, Kent, England – Ghost Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:21 pm | No Comment
Dover Castle, Kent, England – Ghost Tour

[ February 8, 2013; 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] Join us for an unnerving evening guided tour through Dover Castles most haunted areas. You will hear the strange but true experiences of those who work here and find out the myths and legends surrounding this atmospheric ancient site. Dover Castle, Kent, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukDover Castle, Kent, England
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Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England – Sun down at Gibside Beer Garden & Pub
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:17 pm | No Comment
Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England – Sun down at Gibside Beer Garden & Pub

[ February 8, 2013; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Relax with local ales and snacks in the beer garden or stay cosy indoors while the kids explore our play area – Friday evenings all year round! Free entry.Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukGibside, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, [...]

Peak District: Dark Peak, Hope Valley, Derbyshire , England – Tales and Tunes at the Penny Pot
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:17 pm | No Comment
Peak District: Dark Peak, Hope Valley, Derbyshire , England – Tales and Tunes at the Penny Pot

[ February 8, 2013; 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm. ] A cosy night of fun and feasting with storytelling and folk music in the heart of the Dark Peak, with seasonal food included in the ticket price. Bring your own bottle.Peak District: Dark Peak, Hope Valley, Derbyshire , Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukPeak District: Dark Peak, Hope Valley, Derbyshire , England
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Battersea, London, England – Battersea Beer Festival
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:15 am | No Comment
Battersea, London, England – Battersea Beer Festival

[ February 8, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Drink and be merry! More information on the website.Battersea, London, Englandhttp://batterseabeerfestival.org.uk/Battersea, London, 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 [...]

G*Mania
By: | February 2, 2011 – 6:26 pm | No Comment
G*Mania

[ February 8, 2011 9:00 am to February 9, 2011 6:00 pm. ] 10 stars from TVs biggest reality shows, including The X Factor and Britains Got Talent, have been brought together to create the ultimate pop group for a spectacular concert inspired by the smash hit TV phenomenon Glee.The Lyceum TheatreHeath StreetCreweCheshireCW1 2DAUnited KingdomTel: 01270 537333Fax: Email: lyceum.theatre@cheshireeast.gov.uk

Double Bill: Mary Prestidge MaryLand and Andrea Buckley
By: | February 2, 2011 – 6:25 pm | No Comment
Double Bill: Mary Prestidge MaryLand and Andrea Buckley

[ February 8, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] A collage of sound, projections and dance drawn from memory and the experiences of formative gymnastic training and competition and the subsequent journey through a life in dance.Axis Arts CentreMMU CheshireCrewe Green RoadCreweCheshireCW1 5DUUnited KingdomTel: 0161 247 5302Fax: Email: A.A.C@mmu.ac.uk

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We Happy Few
By: | February 2, 2011 – 6:25 pm | No Comment
We Happy Few

[ February 8, 2011 9:00 am to February 12, 2011 6:00 pm. ] While the men are fighting Hitler and bombs are blitzing London, a hopelessly mismatched group embark on a crazy adventure, crammed into their battered 1920s Rolls Royce, touring plays around the British Isles.Nantwich PlayersOne Love LaneNantwichCheshireCW5 5BHUnited KingdomTel: 01270 624556Fax: Email: info@nantwichplayers.com

Secrets of Eternal Youth: Oral Histories from Chester
By: | January 13, 2011 – 4:47 pm | No Comment
Secrets of Eternal Youth: Oral Histories from Chester

[ February 8, 2011 9:00 am to February 13, 2011 5:30 pm. ] Grosvenor Park and the Amphitheatre, and the spaces in between, have been used by young people for schooling and leisure across the decades. The pupils of Upton High School have recorded the personal stories that make history recognisable in our own lives and allow us to bridge generations with shared emotions. In this audio-visual exhibition [...]

We Happy Few
By: | January 13, 2011 – 4:47 pm | No Comment
We Happy Few

[ February 8, 2011 9:00 am to February 12, 2011 5:30 pm. ] WE HAPPY FEW by Imogen StubbsWhile the men are fighting Hitler and bombs are blitzing London, a hopelessly mismatched group embark on a crazy adventure, crammed into their battered 1920s Rolls Royce, touring plays around the British Isles.A tender and funny play with performances at 7.45pm 4-12 February.Tickets on sale at Nantwich Tourist Office (01270 [...]

Dublin Chinese New Year Festival
By: | August 2, 2010 – 3:11 pm | No Comment
Dublin Chinese New Year Festival

[ February 8, 2011 9:00 am to February 13, 2011 6:00 pm. ] Dublin Chinese New Year FestivalFrom 1/2/2011 to 13/2/2011 This is your Festival. This is your city. Welcome to the Dublin Chinese New Year Festival