St George’s Fields in Leeds
Hidden in the campus of the University of Leeds is a pretty park with some interesting furniture left over from its previous life. Read this week’s Curiosity of the week to find out where the ‘worthies’ of Leeds lie…
Contrary Life gets a bit rock ‘n’ roll for Bowie exhibition launch
The White Cloth Gallery in Leeds is running an exhibition of Bowie photographs taken from the Duffy archive covering a period of 10 years in Bowie’s career…
Music Archive
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Music and more at the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival
The annual Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival will take over Speyside in Scotland from 2nd – 6th May 2013, it will not only showcase the very best in whisky but will also introduce visitors to both traditional and contemporary Scottish artists and bands…
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March hare madness at Barts this Easter bank holiday
This Easter, speakeasy bar Barts cordially invites you to hop down the rabbit hole for an evening of all things Wonderland at their Mad Hatter’s Tea Party…
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Hear the songs of Léo Ferré at Jacksons Lane
Peter Hawkins will be performing a selection of songs from his new CD, Love and Anarchy – The Songs of Léo Ferré, at Jacksons Lane. He will also be sharing some of the stories behind the songs…
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Pint Dreams at The Old Joint Stock in Birmingham
The Tin Box Theatre Company tell stories about ordinary people in unusual places. In their current show, Pint Dreams, they mix traditional story telling with live music and puppetry…
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Head to the Old Truman Brewery for Craft Beer Rising
Craft Beer Rising is a festival combining craft beer, music and street food over one weekend in London. Based (rather aptly) in the Old Truman Brewery, it is a showcase of some of the best beer…
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Having a folking good time on the train
The Folk Train is a musical ride from Manchester to Hathersage via some stunning Peak District countryside with a live band as your soundtrack…
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Have a Totally Bazaar festive time in Camden
Yelp’s Totally Bazaar Christmas market on 6th December 2012 will get you in the festive spirit with free drinks and food to sample while you browse for some unique gifts…
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Join the wild thrill of the forest with The Dancer and the Devil
Set in a secret nightclub hidden in the forest, The Dancer and the Devil is the story of those displaced by war. Join the wild thrill of the forest at Jacksons Lane in London from 21st November 2012…
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The third annual Afridiziak Gifts and Occasions Winter Fair 2012
The Drum in Birmingham is holding a unique shopping event that brings together exhibitors offering affordable cultural gifts you won’t find on the shelves of local high street shops or department stores…
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Competitors stir it up for the World Porridge Making Championships
Now in its 19th year, the Golden Spurtle Championships take place at Carrbridge village hall on 6th October 2012…
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Prickwillow Ploughing Festival
The 2nd Prickwillow Ploughing Festival will take place 6th and 7th October 2012 on Green Farm Prickwillow and in the Prickwillow Engine Museum…
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Have a real rum do in Docklands
The Museum of London Docklands is holding an intoxicating adult-only evening exploring the history of rum. From classic cocktails to rum punch, expect an evening of tropical treats…