There’s nothing quite like events in England. Where else can you take a dip in a hot tub after dancing the night away at a masquerade ball, sing along with rock stars while dressed as an octopus and catch up with famous writers and chefs in a glorious seaside setting. Film, food, music, comedy, street art, theatre, literature, vintage lifestyle and even worm charming are all checked off at English events and festivals. Want to keep it traditional? England invented the social season and the summer calendar of events in the UK is peppered with opera in gardens and major sporting fixtures including horse racing and rowing.
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Celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of Beatrix Potter
The Lake District is the place to properly celebrate the life and works of this iconic author, illustrator, scientist and conservationist.
Location: Lake District, Cumbria
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Step into a midsummer night’s dream at Port Eliot Festival
Culture galore, plus the beautiful Cornish countryside make the Port Eliot Festival a truly magical summer event.
Location: Port Eliot, Cornwall
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Experience a magical winter event at The Lamplighter Festival
Join in as the Lamplighter Festival lights up Todmorden with a lantern parade, fire performers, street bands and illuminated installations.
Location: Todmorden, West Yorkshire
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Be inspired by authors, readings and workshops in the northeast
Hexham's annual celebration of all things literary features some of the country's best writers, in a suitably beautiful setting.
Location: Hexham, Northumberland
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Experience a Cornish event
There’s always an event taking place in Cornwall. Find the action with a break in the South.
Location: Cornwall
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Shout ‘Yarrrr!’ and be a pirate for the day
Join in the shenanigans this summer at one of Brixham’s fantastic pirate days for adults and children.
Location: Brixham, Devon
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See Lynn Lumiere light up King's Lynn's historic buildings
Rich in history and fascinating by day, Lynn Lumiere lights up some of King's Lynn's stunning building with an amazing animated light display every evening from dusk.
Location: King's Lynn, Norfolk
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Shrewsbury says it with Flowers
Flowers, fireworks and two fun-packed days of celebrity chefs, floral displays and family attractions at the Shrewsbury Flower Show.
Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire
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Listen to famous faces and discover new ones at Brisfest
Brisfest gives you the chance to see the latest in up-and-coming musical and performing talents, and gives them their big break.
Location: Bristol
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Sing along to folk favourites at the Warwick Folk Festival
For four days each summer Warwick is awash with the sights and sounds of folk music from all over the world.
Location: Warwick, Warwickshire
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Ooh and aah over Plymouth’s spectacular fireworks display
This summer, enjoy the British Firework Championships whilst surrounded by wonderful panoramic views of Plymouth Hoe.
Location: Plymouth, Devon
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Hit the right royal notes this summer
This August, Alnwick International Music Festival celebrates four decades of hosting music, whilst Bfestival in July is a fresh face on the scene.
Location: Alnwick, Northumberland
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Stroll around Bristol with month-long celebration of walking
Discover Bristol on foot with the UK's largest urban walking festival in May, featuring themed walks and events.
Location: Bristol
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Step back in time at the Victorian Festival of Christmas
Get in the festive spirit at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
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Have a bloomin’ lovely time at the Harrogate Flower Show
Regarded amongst England’s largest and most prestigious gardening events, the spring show promises garden lovers the perfect day out in late April.
Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire
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Get the giggles at the Halifax Comedy Festival
See Jimmy Carr, Al Murray and a bunch of alpacas at The Halifax Comedy Festival running from 21st - 29th October.
Location: Halifax, West Yorkshire
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Bram Stoker Film Festival
If you love scaring yourself silly, you’ll love the Bram Stoker International Film Festival.
Location: Whitby, North Yorkshire
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Enjoy a festive family day out at Perrygrove
Enjoy a truly magical experience with the family this Christmas at Perrygrove Railway.
Location: Coleford, Gloucestershire
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Rave into the evening at Mutiny Festival
Mutiny Festival returns to Portsmouth after a year away with a fantastic line-up including Steve Angello, Example + DJ Wire, Jaguar Skills, and more.
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
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Get your jazz hands out for the Scarborough Jazz Festival
Each September the annual Scarborough Jazz Festival on Yorkshire’s north coast provides the ideal tonic for music lovers to wash away those summer blues.
Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
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Rejoice in English culture at one of the many shows and fairs held throughout the year.
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