Barcelona: where history and culture meets the Nou
By: Robin | May 17, 2013 – 6:00 am | No Comment

Robin Nowacki combines culture and cuisine with football on a visit to Barcelona – the capital of the Catalonian region of Spain

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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 29, 2013; 2:30 pm to 5:30 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
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events [...]

Bournemouth Seafront, Dorset, England – Bournemouth Air Festival
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:23 pm | No Comment
Bournemouth Seafront, Dorset, England – Bournemouth Air Festival

[ August 29, 2013 9:00 am to September 1, 2013 6:00 pm. ] The free four day seafront airshow is now established as one of the countries premier seaside airshows. Expect strong RAF Support alongside some airshow favourities from the civilian world. What out for the special Night Air flying displays! BH1 3AFBournemouth Seafront, Dorset, Englandhttp://www.bournemouthair.co.uk/Bournemouth Seafront, Dorset, England
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Dartmouth, Devon, England – Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:23 pm | No Comment
Dartmouth, Devon, England – Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta

[ August 29, 2013 9:00 am to August 31, 2013 6:00 pm. ] The Regatta is based around a programme of rowing and sailing events, but also incorporates a busy programme of activities including air displays, fireworks, a large fair, and many other smaller events that happen in and around the town centre.TQ6 9PSDartmouth, Devon, Englandhttp://www.dartmouthregatta.co.uk/Dartmouth, Devon, England
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Monmouth, Monmouthshire, England – Monmouthshire Show
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:19 am | No Comment
Monmouth, Monmouthshire, England – Monmouthshire Show

[ August 29, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] County Show: Food, drink and entertainment for all the family!Monmouth, Monmouthshire, Englandhttp://www.monmouthshow.co.uk/Monmouth, Monmouthshire, 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 [...]

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Eltham Palace & Gardens, Greenwich, London, England – TIME TRAVELLERS GO… CAVALIERS & ROUNDHEADS
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Eltham Palace & Gardens, Greenwich, London, England – TIME TRAVELLERS GO… CAVALIERS & ROUNDHEADS

[ August 29, 2012; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Pikes at the ready! Join Oliver Cromwells army and discover what it took to be a soldier of the English Civil War. Then test your agility in the childrens battle and learn to use a pike in the soldiers drill. Children can also learn all about the castles

Carisbrooke Castle, Newport, Isle of Wight, England – TIME TRAVELLERS GO… GRUESOME
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Carisbrooke Castle, Newport, Isle of Wight, England – TIME TRAVELLERS GO… GRUESOME

[ August 29, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Experience a horrible weekend with a fun look at the smelliest, goriest and most gruesome aspects of history. Can you stomach the medieval surgeon? Mingle with the rat catcher and discover the horrors of medieval disease, and even have your face painted w

Tintagel Castle, Tintagel, Cornwall, England – KING ARTHUR’S TALES
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Tintagel Castle, Tintagel, Cornwall, England – KING ARTHUR’S TALES

[ August 29, 2012; 11:30 am to 4:00 pm. ] Meet King Arthur and Merlin as they spin tales of magic, mystery, adventure and the days of the round table. Be enchanted as you are taken on a journey in the magic surrounds of Tintagel Castle.Tintagel Castle, Tintagel, Cornwall, England

Balmacara Estate, Kyle, West Highlands, Scotland – Crofting & Coastline Walk
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:52 am | No Comment
Balmacara Estate, Kyle, West Highlands, Scotland – Crofting & Coastline Walk

[ August 29, 2012; 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] Experience the unique crofting landscape and associated animals and plants of the west Highlands & Islands in the company of the Trust ranger. The coastal walk traverses the crofting townships of Duirinish, Drumbuie and Port an Eorna (Barleyport) where you will see spectacular sea views, traditional crofting, species-rich meadows, vibrant bird song and possibly spot [...]

Ben Lomond – The Ardess Hidden History Trail
By: | February 14, 2012 – 12:32 pm | No Comment
Ben Lomond – The Ardess Hidden History Trail

[ August 29, 2012; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Discover the hidden archaeological traces of life in past times on east Loch Lomondside.These low-level, ranger-guided archaeology walks are suitable for the whole family, and give an opportunity to delve into the history of the Rowardennan area. Ben Lomondhttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Detail/418/Ben Lomond

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Reeth, in Swaledale – 100th Annual Reeth Show
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:13 am | No Comment
Reeth, in Swaledale – 100th Annual Reeth Show

[ August 29, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] the 100th Annual ShowReeth, in Swaledalehttp://www.reethshow.co.uk/Reeth, in Swaledale

World Gravy Wrestling Championships
By: The Editor | August 25, 2011 – 12:14 pm | No Comment
World Gravy Wrestling Championships

[ August 29, 2011; 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ]
The Rose & Bowl, Newchurch Rd, Stacksteads, Rossendale, Lancs, OL13 0UG.

Norfolk – Festival 2011 Hand in Hand
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:29 pm | No Comment
Norfolk – Festival 2011 Hand in Hand

[ August 29, 2011; 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm. ] Norfolkhttp://www.visitnorfolk.co.ukNorfolk

Shrewsbury – Shrewsbury Folk Festival
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:29 pm | No Comment
Shrewsbury – Shrewsbury Folk Festival

[ August 29, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The Midlands top Folk Festival! Headliners for 2011 include The Imagined Village, The Cecil Sharpe Project, Bellowhead, Oysterband, Show of Hands, Kepa Junkera Band, Cara Dillon and 17 Hippies.Shrewsburywww.shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.ukShrewsbury

Horsham, West Sussex – Rudgwick Steam & Country Show
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:29 pm | No Comment
Horsham, West Sussex – Rudgwick Steam & Country Show

[ August 29, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The 25th Rudgwick Steam & Country Show will once again bring together a wonderful array of the great British past and present with stunning exhibits, animals and displays of all kinds from all over the country. With the sights and sounds of the beautifully restored vehicles and exhibits of the past pondering around [...]

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Old Sarum, Salisbury, Wiltshire – Medieval Life
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:29 pm | No Comment
Old Sarum, Salisbury, Wiltshire – Medieval Life

[ August 29, 2011; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Soak up the atmosphere of medieval life at Old Sarum with traditional crafts, pastimes and demonstrations in our encampment – or learn some traditional dance moves as our musicians entertain you. Old Sarum, Salisbury, Wiltshirehttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukOld Sarum, Salisbury, Wiltshire

Scarborough Castle, Scarborough – Swashbuckling Pirates & Time Travellers Go?Pirate Academy
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:29 pm | No Comment
Scarborough Castle, Scarborough – Swashbuckling Pirates & Time Travellers Go?Pirate Academy

[ August 29, 2011; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Join a duo of fighting Pirates at Scarborough Castle. See the Pirates go head to head in a clash of cutlasses and meet the real lady Pirate, Mary Read too. Plus plenty of hands on activities for children throughout the day. Scarborough Castle, Scarboroughhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukScarborough Castle, Scarborough

Whitby Abbey, North Yorkshire – Gruesome Weekend & Time Travellers Go?.Gruesome
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:29 pm | No Comment
Whitby Abbey, North Yorkshire – Gruesome Weekend & Time Travellers Go?.Gruesome

[ August 29, 2011; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Discover the head chopping antics of King Henry VIII with light hearted performances of, ?Top of the Chops!?. Take on a gruesome trail around the abbey, Plus Time Traveller activities each day. Whitby Abbey, North Yorkshirehttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukWhitby Abbey, North Yorkshire

Peveril Castle, Castleton, Derbyshire – A Grand Medieval Quest
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:29 pm | No Comment
Peveril Castle, Castleton, Derbyshire – A Grand Medieval Quest

[ August 29, 2011; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Do you have what it takes to protect the castle from battling barons and save us from invasion? Climb to the castle keep and look out for clues, then visit the Medieval Knight to hear tales of revolt. Complete the quest to earn a special reward. Peveril Castle, Castleton, Derbyshirehttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukPeveril Castle, Castleton, Derbyshire

Dover Castle, Dover – Time Travellers Go… Seafaring Anchors aweigh!
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:29 pm | No Comment
Dover Castle, Dover – Time Travellers Go… Seafaring Anchors aweigh!

[ August 29, 2011; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Set sail on a nautical adventure as you learn the ropes of seafaring, 1800s style. Prepare for naval battle, enjoy plenty of hands-on activties and find out about life on the open seas in days gone by. Dover Castle, Doverhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukDover Castle, Dover

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Wrest Park, Bedfordshire – Wrest Park Craft & Design Festival
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:29 pm | No Comment
Wrest Park, Bedfordshire – Wrest Park Craft & Design Festival

[ August 29, 2011; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Traditional classic skills & contemporary design-led crafts at one major event. Indulge yourself – or buy that special gift. Browse & buy from a selection of glass, jewellery, art, leather, ceramics, wood, textiles, metal and more. Wrest Park, Bedfordshirehttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukWrest Park, Bedfordshire

Carisbrooke Castle, Isle of Wight – Time Travellers Go… Gruesome
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:29 pm | No Comment
Carisbrooke Castle, Isle of Wight – Time Travellers Go… Gruesome

[ August 29, 2011; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Can you stomach the more gruesome side of history? Not for the faint-hearted, take a journey into the horrors of ghastly punishments and terrifying tales from days gone by. Carisbrooke Castle, Isle of Wighthttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukCarisbrooke Castle, Isle of Wight

1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield, East Sussex – Time Travellers Go… Archaeology
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:29 pm | No Comment
1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield, East Sussex – Time Travellers Go… Archaeology

[ August 29, 2011; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Let the kids get stuck into history with the chance to uncover clues, take part in an archaeology trail and handle real artefacts. 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield, East Sussexhttp://www.english-heritage.org.uk1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield, East Sussex

Gloucestershire – RSPB Nagshead Nature Reserve
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:28 pm | No Comment
Gloucestershire – RSPB Nagshead Nature Reserve

[ August 29, 2011; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Nagshead Visitor Centre is open at weekend and Bank Holidays throughout the summer season (2 April – 29 August).make your own bird box to take away with you, 4 per box. Pick up a copy of our puzzle trail and collect the clues around the short trail, 1 per sheet.Suitable for 5 – 12 year [...]

Norfolk – SCARECROW FESTIVAL
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:28 pm | No Comment
Norfolk – SCARECROW FESTIVAL

[ August 29, 2011; 11:00 am to 11:00 pm. ] Please do come and join us at our Scarecrow FestivalAugust Bank Holiday 27th, 28th,29thWolferton is a very picturesque village close to Sandringham on the A149 between Kings Lynn and Hunstanton.Norfolkhttp://www.visitnorfolk.co.ukNorfolk

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East Sussex – England’s Medieval Festival at Herstmonceux Castle
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:28 pm | No Comment
East Sussex – England’s Medieval Festival at Herstmonceux Castle

[ August 29, 2011; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Nestled within the Sussex countryside is a 15th century moated castle – Herstmonceux Castle. It is here, in this truly magical setting, that history comes to life. Over 1000 Knights, Bowmen and Men-at-Arms will lay siege to the Castle – Englands largest medieval battle with full cannon support. Activities and Entertainment for All: twice [...]

Lancashire, Silverdale – Deer watch
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:28 pm | No Comment
Lancashire, Silverdale – Deer watch

[ August 29, 2011; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Every Monday evening in August, enjoy a relaxing guided walk for all the family to look for our red deer and other summer wildlife.Lancashire, Silverdalehttp://www.rspb.org.uk/events/details.aspx?id=tcm:9-268652Lancashire, Silverdale

Shrewsbury – Shrewsbury Steam Engine and Vintage Rally
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:24 pm | No Comment
Shrewsbury – Shrewsbury Steam Engine and Vintage Rally

[ August 29, 2011; 9:30 am to 6:00 pm. ] Celebrating its 50th anniversary. Envision 100 Steam Engines, double our usual display, beautifully preserved classic and historic vehicles, over 1,000 exhibits in the Rally area, Olde Time Fair, crafts, motorcycles. 9.30am ? 6pm .Shrewsburywww.shrewsburysteamrally.co.ukShrewsbury

Shrewsbury, Shropshire – The County of Salop Steam Engine Rally
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:23 pm | No Comment
Shrewsbury, Shropshire – The County of Salop Steam Engine Rally

[ August 29, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The County of Salop Steam Engine Society celebrates its 50th anniversary this year and has some new and exciting events planned during the year for enthusiasts and also for visitors to the August Bank Holiday two-day Rally. The fantastic spectacle of superb steam engines, and beautifully preserved classic and historic vehicles from yesteryear will be [...]