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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Folkestone Racecourse , Kent, England – War and Peace Revival 2013
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:23 pm | No Comment
Folkestone Racecourse , Kent, England – War and Peace Revival 2013

[ July 17, 2013 9:00 am to July 21, 2013 6:00 pm. ] The largest military vehicle spectacular in the world. Re-enactments will also feature historic warbirds and spectacular pyrotechnics. TN12 6PYFolkestone Racecourse , Kent, Englandhttp://www.warandpeaceshow.co.uk/Folkestone Racecourse , Kent, 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 [...]

Driffield, East Yorkshire, England – Driffield Show
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:17 am | No Comment
Driffield,  East Yorkshire, England – Driffield Show

[ July 17, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] County Show: Food, drink and entertainment for all the family!Driffield, East Yorkshire, Englandhttp://www.driffieldshow.co.uk/Driffield, East 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 [...]

White Peak , Derbyshire, England – Little Imps Picnic
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:56 am | No Comment
White Peak , Derbyshire, England – Little Imps Picnic

[ July 17, 2012; 10:30 am to 2:00 pm. ] Fun for Under 5s in the grounds of Ilam Park. Play sensory games and join in some summer-time craft activities.More Information: Lucy Chadburn, 01433 670368, PeakDistrict@nationaltrust.org.ukWhite Peak , Derbyshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukWhite Peak , Derbyshire, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. [...]

Antony, Torpoint – Conservation in action
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:46 am | No Comment
Antony, Torpoint – Conservation in action

[ July 17, 2012; 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Join our conservation team to find out how we look after Antony House and its collection. Find out how protect, preserve, polish and clean Antonys fine collection of objects, keeping away nasty pests and problems.More Information: Antony, 01752 812191, antony@nationaltrust.org.ukAntony, Torpointhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=d5fdaebd-83fc-475f-a3f7-1b72d7714c92Antony, Torpoint
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Glencoe & Dalness – Den Building
By: | February 14, 2012 – 12:33 pm | No Comment
Glencoe & Dalness – Den Building

[ July 17, 2012; 10:30 am to 11:30 am. ] Join the rangers to build a den in the woods out of natural materials.Suitable for: Ages 5-11 (Please come dressed for the outdoors!) Glencoe & Dalnesshttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Detail/1693/Glencoe & Dalness

Cheshire – Middlewood Way Open Day
By: | July 22, 2011 – 4:13 pm | No Comment
Cheshire – Middlewood Way Open Day

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] A free, outdoor event celebrating the Middlewood Way – a pleasant, 11 mile traffic route for walkers, cyclists and horse riders. Circus skills, craft workshops, family games and a climbing wall were some of the activities on offer last year.Middlewood WayHigher PoyntonPonytonCheshireSK12 1UTTel:01625 504528Email:rangers@cheshireeast.gov.ukCheshireCheshire

Sherston – Sherston Boules & Carnival
By: | June 14, 2011 – 6:00 pm | No Comment
Sherston – Sherston Boules & Carnival

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The closing date for entries to the Sherston Boules Tournament 2011 has now past and the draw has taken place.Confirmation of success or failure in the draw has been sent out by email (for those applying electronically) or in the stamped-addressed envelope provided, if you are a postal applicant.If you have been successful in gaining [...]

Manchester – Manchester International Festival
By: | June 14, 2011 – 6:00 pm | No Comment
Manchester – Manchester International Festival

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The worlds first international festivalof original, new work and special eventsManchesterhttp://mif.co.uk/Manchester

Stanford Bridge, Worcestershire – Bridge Bash Festival
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:59 pm | No Comment
Stanford Bridge, Worcestershire – Bridge Bash Festival

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] 3 Day family orientated beer and music festival, in the heart of rural Worcestershire, with camping.Stanford Bridge, Worcestershirehttp://www.bridgebashfestival.co.uk/Stanford Bridge, Worcestershire

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Guildford, Surrey – Guilfest
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:59 pm | No Comment
Guildford, Surrey – Guilfest

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] THE FARM, WRETCH 32, THE POPES, YASMIN, ALICE GOLD, DJ FRESH, REDLIGHT, DC BREAKS, STARBOY NATHAN, VINTAGE TROUBLE, BARE NOIZE, BAR 9, ROXXXAN, YO VIDEO, TALAY RILEY, PARADISE POINT, LITTLE FISH, and SAINT JUDE are all confirmed for GuilFest 2011!Guildford, Surreyhttp://www.guilfest.co.uk/index.phpGuildford, Surrey

Otterburn, Northumberland – Otterburn Festival
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:57 pm | No Comment
Otterburn, Northumberland – Otterburn Festival

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Originally a small country show of farming machinery and tractors the Otterburn Festival has grown and grown and is now one of the highlights of the year in the Rede Valley. Throughout the weekend there was lots for all the family to see and do. Visitors enjoyed the vintage vehicle parade, including tractors, steam engines, [...]

Brighton – Brighton Beer Festival
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:57 pm | No Comment
Brighton – Brighton Beer Festival

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] A new modern Beer Festival for the 21st century – Old Paddling Pool, Brighton SeafrontBrightonhttp://www.visitbrighton.comBrighton

Brighton – Soundwaves Festival
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:57 pm | No Comment
Brighton – Soundwaves Festival

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] New music produced by some of the UKs established stars and hot new talents from the world of contemporary, music, sound art, electronica, dance and visual artBrightonhttp://www.visitbrighton.comBrighton

Weybridge, Surrey – Brooklands Classic Breakfast
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:57 pm | No Comment
Weybridge, Surrey – Brooklands Classic Breakfast

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Join us for our Sunday morning Breakfast Club. This is your chance to meet up with like-minded vintage and classic vehicle enthusiasts, have breakfast and admire the cars and motorbikes on show. The Motoring Village will open at 9.30am and the rest of the Museum will be open as usual from 10am.It will be first [...]

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Uckfield – Art Trail Uckfield Festival 2011
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:57 pm | No Comment
Uckfield – Art Trail Uckfield Festival 2011

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] For ten days in July, Uckfield becomes the centre of all things ART! Come and visit one of our many wonderful venues, enjoy looking at some beautiful art, and who knows? Maybe youll go home with your very own piece of art! We have a wide range of artists, so theres something for every taste. [...]

Devon – Endurancelife Wild Swim Series
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:55 pm | No Comment
Devon – Endurancelife Wild Swim Series

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The South West of England is quite rightly world famous for the beauty of its coastal landscapes, and many would argue, that the jewels in that crown, are the spectacular estuaries that connect our rivers to the seas. The Endurancelife Wild Swim Series is designed to show case the very best of these celebrated places [...]

Chichester – Rare & Traditional Breeds Show
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:55 pm | No Comment
Chichester – Rare & Traditional Breeds Show

[ July 17, 2011; 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Four legs, furry legs, feathered legs … come and see cattle, sheep, pigs, goats and poultry in this delightful agricultural show for rare and traditional breeds of farm animals. With prizes at stake, and classes for young handlers, its one of the biggest shows of its kind in the south east and hugely popular with [...]

Derby – Derby Carnival
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:53 pm | No Comment
Derby – Derby Carnival

[ July 17, 2011; 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] erby Carnival brings a taste of the Caribbean to the City. Live music playing soca reggae, steelpan, with mas costume adding the colour. Derby Caribbean Carnival (DCC) is run by the Derby West Indian Community Association (DWICA), and has been running since 1975 and takes place annually over two days. Derbyhttp://www.itzcaribbean.com/caribbeancarnivalderbyDerby

Marlborough – Marlborough Jazz Festival
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:53 pm | No Comment
Marlborough – Marlborough Jazz Festival

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] In the words of the Sunday Telegraph, each year the exquisite market town of Marlborough becomes a mini New Orleans.Marlborough International Jazz was founded in 1986. It features on Tower Records list of the top events of its kind in the British Isles. As well as individual concerts, a major feature is the Stroller. These [...]

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Hilmarton, Wiltshire – Hilmarton Summer Fair and Food Festival
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:52 pm | No Comment
Hilmarton, Wiltshire – Hilmarton Summer Fair and Food Festival

[ July 17, 2011; 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] Starting at 1pm on Sunday 17th July, Hilmarton School is bringing back the traditional summer fair to the village in conjunction with a Food Festival to celebrate the diversity and quality of local produce. The Fair will be aimed at children with all the traditional attractions – pony rides, hoopla, coconut shy, tombola etc. There [...]

Stratford-upon-Avon – Stratford Poetry Festival
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:52 pm | No Comment
Stratford-upon-Avon – Stratford Poetry Festival

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am; ] The longest running poetry festival in the UK, set in Shakespeares hometown in celebration of the bard himself as well as poetry past and present. A stellar line-up of actors will be performing plays and poetry. The 58th Stratford-upon-Avon Poetry Festival: Saturday 11 June to Sunday 10 JulyStratford-upon-Avonhttp://www.shakespeare.orgStratford-upon-Avon

Weymouth, Dorset – Portland Steam Show
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:45 pm | No Comment
Weymouth, Dorset – Portland Steam Show

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Large and small steam, classic and vintage vehicles, childrens rides, models, crafts, stalls, static displaysWeymouth, Dorsethttp://www.theportlandsteamshow.co.uk/Weymouth, Dorset

Weeting, Norfolk – Weeting Steam Engine Rally & Country Show
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:45 pm | No Comment
Weeting, Norfolk – Weeting Steam Engine Rally & Country Show

[ July 17, 2011; 10:00 am to 11:00 pm. ] If you are looking for a fascinating and nostalgic family day out, look no further than the Weeting Steam Engine Rally and Country Show. It is sure to appeal to the whole family.Held annually the third weekend in July, the Rally features trade and craft stalls, working demonstrations, vintage vehicles, a miniature steam railway, childrens [...]

RAF Fairford, Glos – Royal International Air Tattoo 2011
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:42 pm | No Comment
RAF Fairford, Glos – Royal International Air Tattoo 2011

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Held annually each July at RAF Fairford, Gloucestershire, the Royal International Air Tattoo, the worlds largest military airshow, has gained the well-earned reputation as one of the UKs top outdoor family eventsRAF Fairford, Gloshttp://www.airtattoo.com/RAF Fairford, Glos

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Pool – Arthington Show
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:42 pm | No Comment
Pool – Arthington Show

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] A great day out for all the family at this years Arthington ShowPoolhttp://www.arthingtonshow.co.uk/Pool

Malton, North Yorkshire – 125th Malton Show
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:40 pm | No Comment
Malton, North Yorkshire – 125th Malton Show

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] A great day out for all the family at this years Malton Show. The Malton Show now enters its 125th year and we are pleased to have with us all the agricultural attractions, farm exhibits and class entries that form the backbone of the show, as well as a few other things to appeal [...]

Ducklington, nr Witney, Oxfordshire – West Oxon Steam and Vintage Show
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:35 pm | No Comment
Ducklington, nr Witney, Oxfordshire – West Oxon Steam and Vintage Show

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] West Oxon Steam and Vintage Show. 16TH AND 17TH JULY 2011. HELD AT DUCKLINGTON NR WITNEY OXON.Ducklington, nr Witney, Oxfordshirehttp://www.westoxonsteam.co.uk/Ducklington, nr Witney, Oxfordshire

Dettling, Kent – Kent County Show
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:35 pm | No Comment
Dettling, Kent – Kent County Show

[ July 17, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] The Kent County Show 2011 will open to the public at 8am, competitions may start prior to this time. Trade exhibitors open at 9am, the Show closes at 6pm with last entry at 5pm.?Additional entertainment is often provided and details of this will be listed below nearer the Show date.Dettling, Kenthttp://www.kentshowground.co.uk/Dettling, Kent