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A rock 'n' roll jumble sale

When: The 1st Sunday of every month at 2-6pm Where: St Aloysius Social Club, 21 Phoenix rd, Euston, London NW1 1TA £: Free What is it? A jumble sale with around 30 tables filled with clothes, records, books, brick-a-brack, jewellery, films, collectables, craft and much more.  There is also a cake table for charity, music […]

An old style Christmas in Essex

When: 5th & 6th December 2009 Where: Audley End House and Gardens, Essex £: 9 for adults & 4.50 for children What is it? The Service Wing and Gardens at Audley End will be hosting A Victorian Christmas.  Listen to carol singing and peruse some seasonal arts and crafts.  Soak up the festive atmosphere as […]

Wrestle your way to Wrest Park

When: 28th & 29th November 2009 Where: Wrest Park, Bedfordshire £: 5.20 for adults & 2.60 for children What is it? The state rooms of Wrest Park play host to a Christmas Craft & Design Show.  Pick up a special gift for your loved ones or simply treat yourself! More info: Christmas Craft & Design […]

Get crafty in London

When: 12th December 2009 Where: York Hall, 5-15 Old Ford Road, London E2 £: 2 (with free goodie bags going to the first 100 attendees) What is it? Craftacular arrives in Bethnal Green!  BUST magazine hosts a craft fair with over 60 stalls selling handmade jewellery, clothes and gifts.   You will have the chance to […]

Tis the season for a Christmas market

When: 10th – 20th December 2009 Where: Oxford Castle, Oxford £: What is it? The Oxford Christmas Market is a German-style Christmas Market with 30 stalls selling gifts and food.  And if that isn’t enough to get you into the Christmas spirit, why not enjoy a glass of mulled wine and some entertainment?  Local choirs […]

Fayre way to enjoy food

When: 1st November 2009 Where: Fairfield Halls, Croydon £: 3 for adults & 1 for children What is it? Croydon Eco Veggie Fayre will have a host of Eco, Veggie and Fairtrade stalls.  In addition there will be talks, demos, free tasters and a kids area. More info: Croydon Eco Veggie Fayre

Decorate with Deco

When: 13th September 2009 Where: Eltham Palace, London £: 8.30 for adults & 4.20 for children What is it? Art Deco fair.  A chance to buy everything Art Deco, from jewellery to furniture.  Oh and you can have a poke around the house while you’re there. More info: English Heritage

A fair bit of vintage

When: 11th, 18th, 28th October & 15th November Where: Devonshire Hall, Exeter; The Pittville Pump Rooms, Cheltenham; Anson Rooms, Bristol; The City Hall, Cardiff £: 4.50 What is it? Blind Lemon Vintage Fashion Fair.  A chance for ladies and gentlemen to grab some stylish clothing.  Don’t forget to haggle! More info: Blind Lemon Vintage Fairs

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Curiosity of the Week

Woodhenge, Stonehenge’s lesser-known neighbour
Woodhenge - ©English Heritage, Historic England Photo Library

You have heard of Stonehenge in Wiltshire, but have you heard of its lesser known neighbour, Woodhenge? Find out more in our latest Curiosity of the Week…

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HandleBards hit the pedals again to bring you a summer of outdoor theatre
HandleBards A Midsummer Night's Dream ©Rah Petherbridge Photography

The HandleBards are a Shakespearean troupe who tour by bike. And to celebrate their 10th anniversary, they’re climbing back into the saddle…

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