Events in autumn
Keep yourself entertained this autumn with England’s many festivals and events, from munching your way through various food stalls at a food festival to spook-tastic nights out this Halloween. Enjoy a spooky stroll round enchanted routes and illuminated paths at Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens in Dorset this Halloween; celebrate the musical genius of Mozart with concerts and recitals performed by world class musicians at the 25th Bath Mozartfest, tickle your taste buds with seasonal produce at the Broadstairs Food Festival and head to Birmingham for a weekend of free live music, dance, food and fashion at the Birmingham Weekender.
November events: Join the highbrow chit-chat at Chester Literature Festival
There’s no shortage of wordy stimulation and novel debate for book worms at the Chester Literature Festival.
Location: Chester, Cheshire
September events: Experience Agatha Christie's Riviera in Devon
Discover Agatha Christie's Riviera and follow in her footsteps by attending her namesake festival, and walking the Agatha Christie Mile in the bustling harbour town of Torquay.
Location: Torquay, Devon
October Events: Read and be merry at the Ilkley Literature Festival
Book lovers simply can’t miss this prestigious literature event in the Yorkshire Dales, that's taking place between 1 and 17 October.
Location: Ilkley, West Yorkshire
Celebrate Roald Dahl’s life and adventures at Tatton Park
Let imaginations run wild at Tatton Park this autumn on a magical journey exploring the lifeworks of one of Britain's most-loved children’s authors.
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester