In the footsteps of Jean Cocteau
By: Frederic de Poligny | June 18, 2013 – 5:52 am | No Comment

One of the appeals of Menton on the French Riviera is the largest museum dedicated to the works of Jean Cocteau (1889-1963), a famous French artist who died fifty years ago. Frederic exolores the museum and the three towns forever linked with his work

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Charmouth, West Dorset, England – Family Fossil Walk
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:40 pm | No Comment
Charmouth, West Dorset, England – Family Fossil Walk

[ August 26, 2013; 1:00 pm to 4:00 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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East Kirkby , Lincolnshire, England – Props and Pistons
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:23 pm | No Comment
East Kirkby , Lincolnshire, England – Props and Pistons

[ August 26, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Lancaster taxy runs 1.30pm and 4pm. There will also be some other flypasts and flying displays (to be confirmed.) PE23 4DEEast Kirkby , Lincolnshire, Englandhttp://www.lincsaviation.co.uk/East Kirkby , Lincolnshire, England
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Reeth, Yorkshire, England – Reeth Show
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:19 am | No Comment
Reeth, Yorkshire, England – Reeth Show

[ August 26, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] County Show: Food, drink and entertainment for all the family!Reeth, Yorkshire, Englandhttp://www.reethshow.co.uk/Reeth, 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 be found [...]

North Middleton, Northumberland, England – Glendale Show
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:19 am | No Comment
North Middleton, Northumberland, England – Glendale Show

[ August 26, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] County Show: Food, drink and entertainment for all the family!North Middleton, Northumberland, Englandhttp://www.glendaleshow.com/North Middleton, Northumberland, England
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Hope Show, Derbyshire, England – Hope Show
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:19 am | No Comment
Hope Show, Derbyshire, England – Hope Show

[ August 26, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] County Show: Food, drink and entertainment for all the family!Hope Show, Derbyshire, Englandhttp://www.hopeshow.org.uk/Hope Show, Derbyshire, 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 [...]

Aylsham, Norfolk, England – Aylsham Show
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:19 am | No Comment
Aylsham, Norfolk, England – Aylsham Show

[ August 26, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] County Show: Food, drink and entertainment for all the family!Aylsham, Norfolk, Englandhttp://www.aylshamshow.co.uk/Aylsham, Norfolk, 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 [...]

Old Sarum, Salsbury, Wiltshire, England – KING ARTHUR: THE BATTLE OF LEGEND
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Old Sarum, Salsbury, Wiltshire, England – KING ARTHUR: THE BATTLE OF LEGEND

[ August 26, 2012 11:00 am to August 27, 2012 5:00 pm. ] Celebrate the greatest victory of one of the most legendary of British heroes, Arthur of the Britons, in this spectacular show for all the family. Enjoy exciting arena shows and Living History displays from the period. Also explore the living history enca

Framlingham Castle, Framlingham, Suffolk, England – MEDIEVAL MAYHEM
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Framlingham Castle, Framlingham, Suffolk, England – MEDIEVAL MAYHEM

[ August 26, 2012 11:00 am to August 27, 2012 4:00 pm. ] Meet the medieval folk at Framlingham Castle this bank holiday weekend as they recreate medieval life in all its glory. See living history demonstrations and watch thrilling arena shows demonstrating 15th century fighting techniques, whilst children can t

Pendennis Castle, Falmouth, Cornwall, England – AN EXPLOSION OF HISTORY!
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Pendennis Castle, Falmouth, Cornwall, England – AN EXPLOSION OF HISTORY!

[ August 26, 2012 11:00 am to August 27, 2012 5:00 pm. ] Are you ready for action? Witness spectacular displays on a journey through time with an explosive show for all the family. From Tudor to Victorian times and the Second World War, our costumed performers demonstrate the magnificent cannons and guns which

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Bolsover Castle, Bolsover, Derbyshire, England – CAVALIERS!
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Bolsover Castle, Bolsover, Derbyshire, England – CAVALIERS!

[ August 26, 2012 11:00 am to August 27, 2012 4:00 pm. ] Join in this bank holiday to recreate the pageantry of the Restoration period at Bolsover Castle. Watch as the merry monarch and his cavalier court are entertained by actors, horse racing, music – and a highwayman!Bolsover Castle, Bolsover, Derbyshir

Stokesay Castle, Ludlow, Shropshire, England – SWORDFIGHTING AT STOKESAY
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Stokesay Castle, Ludlow, Shropshire, England – SWORDFIGHTING AT STOKESAY

[ August 26, 2012 11:00 am to August 27, 2012 5:00 pm. ] Join in this bank holiday weekend as we put the brave swordsmen to the test in a spectacular fight of skill and dexterity. Watch as they wow you with their heroic displays in a bid to out-do each other and be crowned victorious. For our younger visitors,

Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, England – THE KNIGHTS TOURNAMENT
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, England – THE KNIGHTS TOURNAMENT

[ August 26, 2012 11:00 am to August 27, 2012 5:00 pm. ] Marvel at the medieval knights as they take on the ultimate challenge in our tournament. Watch these four brave armoured knights and their squires, representing the North, South, East, and West, as they compete in the fantastic Crest Melee. Enjoy a displa

Wroxeter Roman City, Wroxeter, Shropshire, England – MEET THE ROMANS
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Wroxeter Roman City, Wroxeter, Shropshire, England – MEET THE ROMANS

[ August 26, 2012 11:00 am to August 27, 2012 5:00 pm. ] Visit the Roman Townhouse this weekend as its original owners take up residence once more. Learn the fascinating truth about how Romans lived by meeting them in person.Wroxeter Roman City, Wroxeter, Shropshire, England

Brodsworth Hall & Gardens, Doncaster, Yorkshire, England – SUNDAY AFTERNOON BAND CONCERT
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Brodsworth Hall & Gardens, Doncaster, Yorkshire, England – SUNDAY AFTERNOON BAND CONCERT

[ August 26, 2012; 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] Hear one of the best local bands, Deepcar Brass Band, perform against the stunning backdrop of Brodsworth Hall. Bring along your deck chairs and picnics for an afternoon of superb music.Brodsworth Hall & Gardens, Doncaster, Yorkshire, England

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Wrest Park, Luton, Bedfordshire, England – THE FIRST WORLD WAR: WREST AT WAR!
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Wrest Park, Luton, Bedfordshire, England – THE FIRST WORLD WAR: WREST AT WAR!

[ August 26, 2012 11:00 am to August 27, 2012 5:00 pm. ] Visit Wrest Park this bank holiday weekend and learn about the important role of the house and its owner during the Great War. Meet soldiers of the period and hear stories from the frontline. Plus see Wrest Park as it would have looked during the period,

Audley End House & Gardens, Saffron Walden, Essex, England – WWII: SOLDIERS & SPIES!
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Audley End House & Gardens, Saffron Walden, Essex, England – WWII: SOLDIERS & SPIES!

[ August 26, 2012 11:00 am to August 27, 2012 5:00 pm. ] Visit Audley End House aka Station 43 this bank holiday weekend and be transported back to the time of the Second World War. Join troops as they train for battle, learn more about Audleys secret wartime history and witness an explosive arena display that

The Scottish National Equestrian Centre, West Lothian, West Lothian, Scotland – Afghan Hound Club of Scotland Dog Show
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:43 am | No Comment
The Scottish National Equestrian Centre, West Lothian, West Lothian, Scotland – Afghan Hound Club of Scotland Dog Show

[ August 26, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowThe Scottish National Equestrian Centre, West Lothian, West Lothian, Scotlandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukThe Scottish National Equestrian Centre, West Lothian, West Lo

The Bettridge Centre, Aberdeenshire, Aberdeenshire, Scotland – North of Scotland Staffordshire Bull Terrier Dog Show
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:42 am | No Comment
The Bettridge Centre, Aberdeenshire, Aberdeenshire, Scotland – North of Scotland Staffordshire Bull Terrier Dog Show

[ August 26, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowThe Bettridge Centre, Aberdeenshire, Aberdeenshire, Scotlandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukThe Bettridge Centre, Aberdeenshire, Aberdeenshire, Scotland
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Tomlinsons Canine Centre, Leicestershire, Leicestershire, England – Giant Schnauzer Club Dog Show
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:42 am | No Comment
Tomlinsons Canine Centre, Leicestershire, Leicestershire, England – Giant Schnauzer Club Dog Show

[ August 26, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowTomlinsons Canine Centre, Leicestershire, Leicestershire, Englandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukTomlinsons Canine Centre, Leicestershire, Leicestershire, England

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South of England AS Showground, Sussex, Sussex, England – Horley & District Show Society Dog Show
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:42 am | No Comment
South of England AS Showground, Sussex, Sussex, England – Horley & District Show Society Dog Show

[ August 26, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowSouth of England AS Showground, Sussex, Sussex, Englandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukSouth of England AS Showground, Sussex, Sussex, England
There are many o

Bradfield Village Hall, Berkshire, Berkshire, England – London & Provincial Collie Club Dog Show
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:42 am | No Comment
Bradfield Village Hall, Berkshire, Berkshire, England – London & Provincial Collie Club Dog Show

[ August 26, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowBradfield Village Hall, Berkshire, Berkshire, Englandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukBradfield Village Hall, Berkshire, Berkshire, England
There are many organ

High Goosepool Farm, Co. Durham, Co. Durham, England – North Riding Gundog Club Dog Show
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:42 am | No Comment
High Goosepool Farm, Co. Durham, Co. Durham, England – North Riding Gundog Club Dog Show

[ August 26, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowHigh Goosepool Farm, Co. Durham, Co. Durham, Englandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukHigh Goosepool Farm, Co. Durham, Co. Durham, England
There are many organis

National Forest Wood Fair
By: The Editor | August 2, 2012 – 11:07 am | No Comment
National Forest Wood Fair

[ August 26, 2012; ]
Beacon Hill Country Park, Woodhouse Eaves, Leicestershire, LE12 8SP
On the day: Adults £9, concessions £6 and a family ticket £19
In advance: Adults £8, concessions £5 and a family ticket £18.

Ightham Mote, Kent, England – Kent Wood Turners
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:54 am | No Comment
Ightham Mote, Kent, England – Kent Wood Turners

[ August 26, 2012; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Watch as members of the Kent Association of Wood Turners create wooden pieces. Commissions taken and items for sale.More Information: Ightham Mote Property Office, 01732 810378 ext 100, ighthammote@nationaltrust.org.ukIghtham Mote, Kent, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukIghtham Mote, Kent, England
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Llangynidr, Wales – Llangynidr Agricultural Show
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:13 am | No Comment
Llangynidr, Wales – Llangynidr Agricultural Show

[ August 26, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] A great day out for all the family!Llangynidr, Waleshttp://www.llangynidrshow.org/Llangynidr, Wales

Little Gransden, Cambridgeshire – Little Gransden Charity Air & Car Show
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:11 am | No Comment
Little Gransden, Cambridgeshire – Little Gransden Charity Air & Car Show

[ August 26, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 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 3BP- more information on other UK airshows can be found here – http://www.airshows.org.uk. Little Gransden, Cambridgeshirehttp://www.littlegransdenshow.co.uk/Little Gransden, Cambridgeshire

Shrewsbury – FitKid Shrewsbury Holiday Club
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:29 pm | No Comment
Shrewsbury – FitKid Shrewsbury Holiday Club

[ August 26, 2011; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] 3-8yr olds. Fun and games to get kids active. Free healthy snack and free craft activity. Bookings in advance – call Karina on 08445 606432 or email. Payable on the day. 10am – 12pm. 5 per child.Shrewsburywww.fitkid.co.ukShrewsbury

Baddesley Clinton, West Midlands – Wild Child Family Fun Day
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:29 pm | No Comment
Baddesley Clinton, West Midlands – Wild Child Family Fun Day

[ August 26, 2011; 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Get out and about this August with storytelling, wildlife workshops and crafts. Normal admission charges apply, plus 2 per child. Booking is not required for this event. For more information please call 01564 783294.Baddesley Clinton, West Midlandshttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukBaddesley Clinton, West Midlands