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Polly and the Billet Doux

Polly And The Billets Doux tour and single

Polly And The Billets Doux announce their second tour of 2011 and a new single…

St Piran's Day in Redruth

St Piran’s Day in Redruth

Join the fun in Redruth for St Piran’s Day on 5th March 2011…

Pancake Race - The Three Wishes, Cheap Street, Sherborne

Will you be the fastest flipper?

The Three Wishes in Cheap Street, Sherborne, Dorset will be holding their annual pancake race on 8th March, Shrove Tuesday, at 12.30pm.

Romance, English Heritage style

In the run up to Valentine’s Day, English Heritage has composed a list of its Top Five Most Romantic Spots for Lovers…

Alan Hamilton signs copies of his book at Waterstones

Alan Hamilton will be signing copies of his book at Waterstones, Weston-super-Mare…

Festive family fun trail

Follow the trail of clues around the castle to claim your festive treat from one of English Heritage’s little helpers on the 4th and 5th December at Old Sarum…

Polly and the Billets Doux

Polly and the Billets Doux are coming to a venue near you

Polly And The Billets Doux, who play a blend of jazz, blues, folk and soul, are heading out across the UK…

Fun and fleas at Pendennis Castle

A Grand Victorian Fayre takes place at Pendennis Castle on the 29th and 30th August…

Exmoor Food Festival 2-10 Oct

Rumbling stomach and itchy feet? Then Exmoor Food Festival could be the cure

Exmoor Food Festival showcases local food and drink through a series of events, giving you the chance to indulge yourself and keep in shape at the same time. The festival is on from 2nd October to 10th October…

Ethan Ash on tour

Make a dash to see Ethan Ash

Singer-songwriter Ethan Ash, fresh from playing this year’s Secret Garden Party and supporting guitar legend Nick Harper, headlines a show as part of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival on August 30th…

SilverWood Books Writing Masterclass - Bristol - October 2010

Masterclass shows you the write way to make your novel a success

Writing Masterclass on 9th October near Bristol. If you’re a writer and you want to learn how to make a success of your work – either for publication or for your own creative fulfilment – come and meet the experts…

Bristol International Balloon Fiesta - Ashton Court Estate - August 2010

Bristol International Balloon Fiesta

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…

English Heritage - Time Travellers Go... Myths and Legends - Summer activities for kids

Grand Medieval Joust

Enjoy the thrills and spills of medieval jousting and cheer on your favourite knight as competitors break lances in real mounted combat at Pendennis Castle on the 4th and 5th August 2010…

CoBiUK Charity Cycle Challenge

You could look sweet, upon the seat, of a bicycle made for…seven!

People from all across Britain are being invited to take part in a charity bike ride from John O’ Groats to Land’s End this August. But it’s not just any bike ride. The group will be riding a seven-seater circular bike, all in aid of Cancer Research UK…

Moor Fest

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…

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Curiosity of the Week

Visit a Venetian Waterway in Norfolk
Great Yarmouth Venetian Waterway - photo: Gary Philo

Our latest Curiosity of the Week is a Venetian style waterway in the seaside resort of Great Yarmouth…

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Festive teams compete in pudding race
Great Christmas Pudding Race 2013 - Covent Garden - London

This weekend, festive teams will be taking on a Christmas themed obstacle course in Covent Garden, London…

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