On the old Twelfth Night (17th January) a traditional ceremony known as a wassail takes place in villages and orchards across England…
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Listen to an inspirational tale at Mr Fogg’s Mayfair abode
This month, Mr Fogg will be welcoming former professional rugby player and recovering quadriplegic, Ed Jackson, into his humble Mayfair home…
A festival of mime in London
This month, London’s festival of contemporary visual theatre will return with a line-up of original, breath-taking, wacky and unusual productions…
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…
Go Apple Howling in Sussex
Young and old will gather in Sussex this weekend, to make a hullabaloo as a special traditional ceremony, known as Apple Howling, takes place…
An enchanting tale of a Lost Thing
The discovery of something mysterious and out of place is the starting point for a new family show, The Lost Thing, at the Royal Opera House’s Linbury Theatre…
Join devils and dragons at the Winter Watch Parade
Join a host of characters including the Lord of Misrule, devils, dragons, Romans, and a group of giant skeletons for the Winter Watch Parade…
Step into Dickens’ study for A Christmas Carol
This festive season, audiences can experience A Christmas Carol as Dickens himself performed it more than 150 years ago. ..
Camp adventures in Escape from Planet Trash
Drag queens are going to space in a camp sci-fi b-movie adventure at the Pleasance in London…
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…
Balloon dogs, bottles and a slinky light up Durham
Lumiere 2019, Durham’s festival of light, will feature 37 artworks across the city, with a mix of interactive, playful and bold creations…
There’s a Gaping Hole at Ovalhouse
As part of the Demolition Party Season at Ovalhouse, Rachel Mars and Greg Wohead will poke at plot holes and political lies in Gaping Hole: Story #3…
Hidden histories on display in Derby
A unique collection of previously unseen photographs, revealing what life was like for WWI prisoners in an East Midlands camp, has gone on show in Derby…
Four alternative ways to spend Bonfire Night
Looking for something a little different to the standard bonfire event? Well, read on for some alternative and quirky suggestions!
Planets, shuttles and astronauts Light Up Lancaster
This year’s Light Up Lancaster will see two nights of illumination, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission…