The people of Llanwrtyd Wells will be turning Roman this weekend as they celebrate Saturnalia with some special events…
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A quirky 700 year old Twelfth Night tradition in Lincolnshire
Twelfth Night is celebrated around the country with lots of fun events taking place, but a village in Lincolnshire will be holding an event which is altogether different…
The best alternative ways to bring in the New Year
Why not bring in the New year with one of the many quirky customs that take place in the UK? If you’re stuck for ideas, why not read our pick of events?
Roll out the barrel this Boxing Day
Every year, on Boxing Day, the village of Grantchester in Cambridgeshire comes alive with the eccentric sport of Barrel Rolling…
A Boxing Day match with a difference
Scarborough boasts one of the quirkiest Boxing Day celebrations in the UK, featuring a comic football match, a crazy raft race and a mile of pennies…
A raft of teams compete in quirky Boxing Day race
Expect to see some unusual looking rafts rowing their way down the River Derwent this festive season, as Matlock’s quirky race takes place…
Ball game takes over the Kirkwall streets
The Ba’ is a traditional game played every Christmas Day and New Year’s Day on the streets of Kirkwall, Orkney’s largest town…
Pints and prams in Pagham
This Boxing Day, people in West Sussex will be donning their fancy dress and climbing aboard a pram for a drinking session with a difference…
‘Tis the season for chilly dips into icy waters
This festive season, brave souls will be donning their trunks, swimming costumes, and fancy dress outfits as they prepare to take a quick dip in the waters…
Trot on over to the London Pantomime Horse Race
This weekend, watch (possibly) the most quirky festive race in the capital, as the London Pantomime Horse Race takes place…
Festive teams compete in pudding race
This weekend, festive teams will be taking on a Christmas themed obstacle course in Covent Garden, London…
Forget fake news, watch the World’s Biggest Liar
Every November, a rural pub in Cumbria is taken over by tall tales and silly stories as the World’s Biggest Liar competition takes place…
Ditch the ice rink this winter and go to the roller disco instead
Head to Bristol this festive season for an alternative winter skating experience, as well as an Apres Bar, music and family activities…
Beer and biking with the Real Ale Wobble
The Real Ale Wobble is an annual event in Wales, where beer, mountain biking and beautiful scenery combine…
Street theatre, torch bearers and Balkan melodies at Winter Droving
The Winter Droving is an annual cultural event in Cumbria, celebrating the changing of the seasons with music, masked fire processions and quirky entertainment…