![]() Whether you are new to Nottingham or know it inside-out, a walking tour provided by a local professional comedian makes for a fantastic way to spend a day out in the city. 27 August, £5, Midlands Hereford River Carnival takes place on the beautiful River Wye (Photo: Paul Jackson) Regular finds include cushion starfish and velvet swimming crabs. Wembury is one of the country’s best rockpooling spots and the local Marine Centre is running one of its popular rockpool safaris. There will also be song and dance bringing the streets to life. While folk acts from across the UK head to the main stage, the FAR stage hosts more than 25 hours of back-to-back music from local artists. 25– 29 August, £25, .ukĬornwall Folk Festival, Wadebridge, Cornwall 27-28 August, free, More on iWeekendĮxhibitions and demonstrations of a stunning array of historic trains and motor vehicles are the reason that hundreds of people go to this event every year, but there is also a craft marquee and food hall, live music, a fairground and variety shows. Along the trail from brewery to brewery, you can sample local beers, go on tours and enjoy live music. In what is one of the city’s most popular annual beer events, eight breweries will fling open the doors to their taprooms once again this weekend for a celebration of all things hops. This weekend, Sophie Ellis Bextor and The Script headline the event, while activities on offer include archery, climbing, paddleboarding and coasteering. 24 August – 4 September, free, .uk West From music festivals to markets, there is a huge range of events happening across the Bank Holidayīear Grylls’ ultimate adventure-lovers’ festival gets better each year. Supported by Arts Council England, this 10-day acrobatics extravaganza features jaw-dropping stunts, clowns, jugglers, physical theatre and comedy. It’s also a chance to find a bargain, supporting small independent businesses in the process. 28 – 29 August, £12, .ukīank Holiday Market at Promenade Park, Maldon, EssexĪ mooch in this market, nestled in pretty Promenade Park, is a lovely way to while away the afternoon. Take your four-legged friend to Norfolk Showground and make the most of the classes, competitions, live music, quizzes, and a huge selection of stalls for discounted shopping. ![]() There will also be cooking demonstrations and talks, plus a range of children’s activities and fairground rides. Just the smell produced by the street food vendors and local chefs will be enough to get your mouth watering. 27 August, £10, įood & Drink Festival, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Meanwhile, a barbecue will serve up a delicious offering of hot dogs and burgers from 5pm. Local act The Contacts are taking to the stage at 7pm with their celebration of Motown and Soul Music. Motown at The Outside Inn Cambridge, Cambridgeshire 26 – 28 August, free, East Dog owners (and lovers) shouldn’t miss the All About Dogs Show in Norfolk Workshops, signings and demonstrations are also available when you are not busy devouring the authentic food. This celebration of Italian food, drink and culture returns to the piazza in Cathedral Gardens in Manchester city centre. 27 – 29 August, free, /food-festival-yorkshire Artisan stalls, live music, cooking demos, tastings and celebrity chef appearances make it a must-visit. Known as Yorkshire’s food capital, Malton will enjoy a vibrant three-day showcase of the county’s produce and cooking this Bank Holiday. ![]() There will also be face-painting and a children’s craft corner. Kirkgate Market is championing Afro-Caribbean food, from family recipes passed down though generations to local haute cuisine. 24 August – 30 August, various prices, Īfrican & Caribbean Food Fest, Leeds, Yorkshire Sixty years later and the city is now throwing the world’s biggest celebration of the band-cum-phenomena, with tribute acts and fans descending on the area to enjoy events, gigs and shows. Once upon a time, four young musicians got together in Liverpool and formed a small group called The Beatles. International Beatleweek, Liverpool, Merseyside ![]() There are also food stalls, bars and live entertainers. ![]() Newcastle racecourse hosts one of the city’s most exciting events of the summer, which brings Ibiza vibes to the North East with some of the world’s best DJs and music acts. Summertime Live, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear 26-29 August, £32 admission to the palace, North Summertime Live Newcastle is one of the best music events of the season Duelling’s codes, traditions and gory details are all covered in the display too. Stage-fighting actors will dazzle visitors with a re-enactment of classic combat at this World Heritage Site. 27 August – 4 September, events free with a few exceptions, Īrt of the Duel, Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire From participatory drumming workshops to “busk at dusk” sessions and stand-up comedy gigs, Ramsgate’s relatively new festival has plenty to entice. ![]()
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