Fancy some open-air theatre this summer? The popular Shakespearean troupe known as The Handlebards are back with another bicycle-powered tour…
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A scarecrow celebration in Wray
For ten days each spring, the village of Wray in Lancashire is overrun with colourful characters as they host their fun and quirky scarecrow festival…
Party like a peasant with Morpeth’s Northumbrian Gathering
You may not have heard of Morpeth, but every year they host a gathering to celebrate the crafts and traditions of Northumbria…
Quirky Easter events to enjoy in 2022
Easter is nearly here again, yippee! And if you’re looking for inspiration on where and how to spend your long Easter weekend, read on…
New Year getaways with a difference
How do you get a change of scenery without going abroad? Here’s a few ideas for a New year getaway with a difference!
Have yourself a quirky little Christmas
Looking for something other than the usual seasonal markets to get you into the festive spirit? Here’s our pick of quirky Christmas events…
Spooky suppers and Halloween voyages in Greenwich
Many of us are looking towards the end of the month and the fun celebration that is Halloween. And the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich has a trio of quirky themed events…
Tigers, muck and strolls at Bloomsbury Festival
Enjoy shows, art, walks and talks at this year’s Bloomsbury Festival in London as neon sculptures, street feasts and happiness exhibitions fill the area…
The quirky wonders of Wigtown
The annual Wigtown Book Festival opens this week. So, we thought it was a good time to take a look at this quirky Scottish town for our latest Curiosity of the Week…
Discover Lost Treasures in Oxford
Whether you like delving into social history, love your graphic design or enjoy an unusual exhibition, Lost Treasures of Revolution will peak your curiosity…
A quirky tour of Britain
To celebrate the Tour of Britain, this week we’re taking a quirky tour of Britain. Join us on an eight stage journey…
Watch a quirky dance with horns in Staffordshire
Start your Monday off right, by watching a quirky dance take place in Staffordshire. The Abbots Bromley Horn Dance is an annual local custom…
Mudlarking, illuminations and immersive talks at Totally Thames
This September, go out or head online to discover more about the River Thames and celebrate its heritage with the Totally Thames festival…
Your chance to make a mark at Beamish
This summer, Beamish: The Living Museum of the North, is giving you the unique chance to Make Your Mark on the walls of a new exhibit…
Watch a candlelit concert in London’s art deco gem
Fancy watching a Vivaldi concert by candlelight in an art deco gem? From this weekend, in London, you can…