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

Whether you’re a novice or seasoned traveller, France will steal your heart. Each month, Frederic – our French correspondent – gives us the low-down on what to see and do across the channel

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Perth, Perth and Kinross, Scotland – Perth Show
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:18 am | No Comment
Perth, Perth and Kinross, Scotland – Perth Show

[ August 2, 2013 9:00 am to August 3, 2013 6:00 pm. ] County Show: Food, drink and entertainment for all the family!Perth, Perth and Kinross, Scotlandhttp://www.perthshow.co.uk/Perth, Perth and Kinross, Scotland
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 [...]

The Show Field, Park Farm, Dumfries , Scotland – Dumfries Show
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:18 am | No Comment
The Show Field, Park Farm, Dumfries , Scotland – Dumfries Show

[ August 2, 2013 9:00 am to August 3, 2013 6:00 pm. ] County Show: Food, drink and entertainment for all the family!The Show Field, Park Farm, Dumfries , Scotlandhttp://www.dumfriesshow.co.uk/The Show Field, Park Farm, Dumfries , Scotland
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 [...]

Wickham near Fareham, Hampshire, Hampshire, England – Wickham Festival
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:44 am | No Comment
Wickham near Fareham, Hampshire, Hampshire, England – Wickham Festival

[ August 2, 2012 9:00 am to August 5, 2012 6:00 pm. ] A very relaxed and family-friendly 4-Day Music & Arts Festival in a stunningly beautiful rural setting just outside the historic village of Wickham in Hampshire. Music on 3 stages plus a circus, digital funfair, solar-powered Groovy Movie cinema, street t

Bradley:Newton Abbot, Devon, England – Guild of Enamellers exhibition
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:55 am | No Comment
Bradley:Newton Abbot, Devon, England – Guild of Enamellers exhibition

[ August 2, 2012; 10:30 am to 5:00 pm. ] Work reflecting and based on different aspects of Bradley house has been created by South West members of the Guild of Enamellers. This beautiful work will be on display in Bradley throughout the season, with selected pieces for sale. Come along to Bradley to enjoy the fantastic exhibition, and learn more about the Guild at [...]

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Sutton Hoo , Suffolk, England – Get Crafty – Summer Holiday
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:55 am | No Comment
Sutton Hoo , Suffolk, England – Get Crafty – Summer Holiday

[ August 2, 2012; 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Drop in and make your own piece of Sutton Hoo treasure to take homeSutton Hoo , Suffolk, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukSutton Hoo , Suffolk, 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, [...]

Mar Lodge Estate, Braemar, Aberdeenshire, Scotland – A Walk in the Park
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:54 am | No Comment
Mar Lodge Estate, Braemar, Aberdeenshire, Scotland – A Walk in the Park

[ August 2, 2012; 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. ] An evening stroll in the grounds of Mar Lodge.An evening stroll in the grounds of Mar Lodge and along the River Dee, with an opportunity to view the interior of the Stag Ballroom adorned with the Duke of Fifes antler collection. Booking essential.Mar Lodge Estate, Braemar, Aberdeenshire, Scotlandhttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Mar-Lodge-Estate/A-Walk-in-the-Park/Mar Lodge Estate, Braemar, Aberdeenshire, Scotland
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Saltram, Plymouth – Themed Guided Tours
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:47 am | No Comment
Saltram, Plymouth – Themed Guided Tours

[ August 2, 2012; 11:15 am to 11:45 am. ] Join our National Trust trained tour guides for a themed half hour taster tour. Be enthralled as our guides bring to life the stories of the people that lived and worked here, upstairs and downstairs, and how they changed and influenced Saltram. Themes include: Where are the toilets?, Sir Joshua Reynolds and Servant Life at [...]

Glendurgan Garden, Cornwall – Glendurgan Garden Tours
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:47 am | No Comment
Glendurgan Garden, Cornwall – Glendurgan Garden Tours

[ August 2, 2012; 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Want to find out more about this beautiful valley garden? Join a guided tour of the garden with one of our enthusiastic garden team and learn more about the amazing trees, plants and flowers that grow here. Discover the inspiration behind some of the planting schemes and see this wonderful garden in a different light.More [...]

Dumfries & Galloway – Stewartry Show
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:12 am | No Comment
Dumfries & Galloway – Stewartry Show

[ August 2, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] A great day out for all the Family with so much going on!Entries taken for Cattle, Sheep, Horses (confined to Stewartry), Clydesdales (Open to D&G), Floral Art, Waking Sticks, Homecrafts/Home Industries (adults and childrens sections) before the day,Main ring EntertainmentOpen Dog Show ? entries taken on Show Day. Trade stands, Craft Marquee, Local Food/Drink Procuders [...]

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Burwarton, Bridgnorth – Burwarten Show
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:12 am | No Comment
Burwarton, Bridgnorth – Burwarten Show

[ August 2, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] A great day out for all the family with something for everyone.Burwarton, Bridgnorthhttp://www.burwartonshow.co.uk/Burwarton, Bridgnorth

Cheshire – Galloping Horses
By: | July 22, 2011 – 4:14 pm | No Comment
Cheshire – Galloping Horses

[ August 2, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Free, drop-in Make a race horse with a colourful jockey. Bring a friend along and race your horses around our track.Grosvenor Museum27 Grosvenor StreetChesterCheshireCH1 2DDTel:01244 402033CheshireCheshire

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve – Wild Child Let Loose
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:44 pm | No Comment
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve – Wild Child Let Loose

[ August 2, 2011; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Drop in and escape the sun or rain at the exciting Discovery Centre with hands-on activities for all the family.Studland Beach and Nature Reservehttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/event-search-2/Events/display/4bf6b15d-f1d1-408d-b087-a6f7c2b11b85Studland Beach and Nature Reserve

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve – Wild Child Explorers
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:44 pm | No Comment
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve – Wild Child Explorers

[ August 2, 2011; 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. ] Take a journey of discovery for all the family at Studland National Nature Reserve. Different themes throughout the holidays you could be searching for sea life on a seashore safari, hunting the heath for lazy lizards, following tracks in the woods or catching bugs in the dunes.Studland Beach and Nature Reservehttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-events/w-events-find_event.htm?c=1Studland Beach and Nature [...]

Bembridge Windmill – GUIDED TOURS OF NEARBY BEMBRIDGE FORT
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:29 pm | No Comment
Bembridge Windmill – GUIDED TOURS OF NEARBY BEMBRIDGE FORT

[ August 2, 2011; 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. ] Join one of our volunteer tour guides for a tour of this Victorian land fort which is not normally open to visitors. The fort is currently undergoing clearance and restoration work. Discover its history and its future.Bembridge Windmillhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-events/w-events-find_event.htm?c=1Bembridge Windmill

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- Powburn Show
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:28 pm | No Comment
- Powburn Show

[ August 2, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] A great day out for all the family at this years Powburn Show. Attractions- Northumberlands Strongest Man- Cumberland & Westmoorland Wrestling(sponsored by David Penney)- SOUTHERN UPLAND ROVING ARCHERSwww.southernupland.web.com – Sheep- Pony Sports and Jumping- Industrial Flowers and Vegetables- Childrens Sports- Dog Rally- Trade Stands- Car Boot Sale- Dressed Sticks- Entertainment for All, [...]

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

[ August 2, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] A great day out for all the family at this years Powburn Show. Attractions- Northumberlands Strongest Man- Cumberland & Westmoorland Wrestling(sponsored by David Penney)- SOUTHERN UPLAND ROVING ARCHERSwww.southernupland.web.com – Sheep- Pony Sports and Jumping- Industrial Flowers and Vegetables- Childrens Sports- Dog Rally- Trade Stands- Car Boot Sale- Dressed Sticks- Entertainment for All, [...]

Spalding, Lincs – Charming! Act II Theatre Company at the South Holland Centre, Spalding
By: | April 18, 2011 – 6:31 pm | No Comment
Spalding, Lincs – Charming! Act II Theatre Company at the South Holland Centre, Spalding

[ August 2, 2011; 2:00 pm to 2:50 pm. ] Prince Charming is in trouble. He needs to find a wife but theres so many to choose from: Cinderella, Snow White, Rapunzel, Sleeping Beauty… Who will be his bride? and what will they do when they realise hes promised himself to all of them? Songs, surprises and silliness in the Function Hall.Tue 2nd Aug [...]

Royston Kite Festival
By: The Editor | July 31, 2010 – 2:19 pm | No Comment
Royston Kite Festival

[ August 2, 2010; 10:30 am to 4:30 pm. ]
Therfield Heath, near Royston, Hertfordshire
Adults, £1, children free

Singles Together
By: | May 11, 2010 – 10:46 am | No Comment
Singles Together

[ August 2, 2010; 12:00 am; ] AMF Bowling, Holwell Road/Oslo Road, Sutton Fields Industrial Estate, Hull