Bristol International Balloon Fiesta attracts 500,000 visitors during the show’s four days. If you’re looking for a fun day out for the family or simply to soak up the atmosphere come along. The event is held from the 12th to the 15th August 2010…
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Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival
Kettlewell is a picturesque village situated in the Yorkshire Dales, the annual Scarecrow Festival is held from the 14th to the 22nd August this year…
Go piping crazy at Piping Live!
Every August Glasgow hosts the international piping festival, Piping Live! The festival events include piping bands, demonstrations, displays and exhibitions. The festival is on from the 9th to the 15th August 2010…
It’s hot hot hot at the Chilli Fiesta!
Come along to West Dean Gardens to take part in the Chilli Fiesta, 3 days in celebration of the chilli with over 150 stall holders selling hot and spicy foods, chilli beer, and other chilli related items. On from the 6th to the 8th August 2010…
Who says penguins can’t fly?
Festo’s AirPenguins are feats of engineering and wonderful crowd pleasers. Discover a little about them and the valuable knowledge that this research project has provided…
A feast of festivals
Summer is here again and so are the usual big festivals. But what if you want something a bit different this year? Well look no further, as Contrary Life brings you a round-up of some small and quirky festivals taking place in the coming months across the UK…
St George's Day festival fun
When: 24th & 25th April 2010 Where: Wrest Park, Bedfordshire £: 14 adults, 11.90 concessions, 7 children, 35 family ticket. English Heritage members: 7 adults, 6 concessions, 3.50 children, 17.50 family ticket. Pre-booking is recommended by phoning 0870 333 1183. What is it? Head for the biggest St George’s Day extravaganza in the country complete […]
Go where the wild things are
When: 15th – 18th April 2010 Where: Salisbury Arts Centre, Bedwin Street, Salisbury, SP1 3UT £: Prices vary What is it? Salisbury Arts Centre’s Family Festival 2010. This year’s Family Festival is based around the theme Where the Wild Things Are. It is a four-day long event of live performances and activities for the whole family to […]
Have a fruitful day out
When: 3rd – 4th October 2009 Where: Erddig, Wrexham £: 9.80 for adults & 4.90 for children What is it? The 19th Annual Apple Festival hosted by The National Trust. Cider tasting, apple press demonstrations, dancers, games and plenty of apples! More info: National Trust
Glow along to this event
When: 22nd – 25th October 2009 Where: Newton-under-Roseberry, North Yorkshire £: Free (booking required) What is it? A four day outdoor event where the village of Newton-under-Roseberry is transformed into an enchanting landscape to be explored with music, visual arts, dance, performances and light. It celebrates the myths and legends of the Norse god, Odin, under the […]
Alchemy could be festival gold
When: 18th – 20th September 2009 Where: Hall Farm Park, Lincolnshire £: 60 for adults, 30 for teens & 12 for children (under 5s free) What is it? Family friendly festival with music, a kids area, bubble tent, sculptures, fire shows and walkabout entertainers. Unfortunately dogs aren’t allowed but on the plus side kids activities […]
Having a rum time
When: 24th & 25th October 2009 Where: The Royal Horticultural Halls, London £: 20 What is it? The Rum Experience is a festival dedicated to rum. Learn about the different types of rum and how to match it with chocolate (a very important skill I think you’ll find). Or for more relaxed fun, just drink […]
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