What's happening

A Time of Gifts at Eden > 2nd Nov 09 - 12th Feb 10

The Eden Project, Cornwall

Father Christmas, Cornish choirs, Curling, Christmas shopping and of course delicious festive food and drink. Take a stroll through the stunningly lit Biomes after dark.

Love Our Wildlife Week > 15th Feb 10 - 19th Feb 10

The National Arboretum, Westonbirt, Gloucestershire

A family event in partnership with RSPB. Discover our native woodland wildlife on a family activity trail, then make feeders and homes for birds or minibeasts.

Corsham Perspectives Exhibition > 9th Jan 10 - 20th Feb 10

Pound Arts Centre, Corsham, Wiltshire

An exhibition of ceramics, paintings and installation by 3 artists living and working in Corsham. It offers 3 contrasting approaches to the visual arts with some surprises.

Snowdrop Valley > 30th Jan 10 - 21st Feb 10

Somerset

Exploding with snowdrops and mystical feeling each spring, you can walk to Snowdrop valley from Wheddon Cross. You'll pass by St Johns Church in the quiet little village of Cutcombe.

Make Do and Mend > 16th Jan 10 - 28th Feb 10

The Museum in the Park, Stroud, Gloucestershire

An interactive textile installation presented by Studio Seven textile artists, inspired by the local textile heritage. Enter an Alice in Wonderland-like rabbit hole world of 'eat me, drink me' instructions!

Winter Sculpture Exhibition > 27th Nov 09 - 28th Feb 10

RHS Garden Rosemoor, Torrington, Devon

Rosemoor's first winter sculpture exhibition reveals an exciting mix of thought provoking work from a diverse collection of West Country sculptors, spread throughout the Garden. Pick up a trail and see how many pieces you can discover.

St Piran's Day > 5th Mar 10 - 5th Mar 10

St Piran's, Cornwall

The largest St Piran's Day event is the march across the dunes to St Piran's cross which thousands of people attend, generally dressed in black, white and gold, and carrying the Cornish Flag. A play of the Life of St Piran, in Cornish, has been enacted in recent years at the event.

Ottery St Mary Farmers Market > 5th Mar 10 - 5th Mar 10

Ottery St Mary, Devon

Fresh vegetables, fruits, all varieties of meats, cheeses, cakes and preserves, woollen textiles, ceramics, willow baskets plus more!

Spring Lambing Weekend > 13th Mar 10 - 14th Mar 10

Dorchester, Dorset

Come and meet the animals at our animal park at this special time of year when we are welcoming newborn lambs into the big wide world!

West Country Game Fair > 13th Mar 10 - 14th Mar 10

Royal Bath and West Showground, Shepton Mallet, Somerset

The Westcountry Game Fair is a fabulous event for all the family. Demonstrations on falconry, ferrets, gundog training, natural horsemanship and much more in the indoor and outdoor arenas; a game cookery theatre with mouthwatering recipes; have-a-go activities including archery, fly casting air rifles and clay shooting; a vintage machinery area and an excellent countryside shopping village.

The Romantic Garden > 14th Feb 10 - 14th Mar 10

The Courts, Trowbridge, Wiltshire

Treat your loved ones to a stroll around this wonderful, little known garden and enjoy the romantic poetry located at picturesque rest spots.

Cotswold Walking Weekends at The Pudding Club > 19th Mar 10 - 21st Mar 10

Chipping Campden, Gloucestershre

The organised Walking Weekends are led by experienced Cotswold Wardens, all of whom have a wealth of local knowledge, which they will readily share with you.

Falmouth Spring Flower Show > 27th Mar 10 - 28th Mar 10

Falmouth, Cornwall

Come and feast your eyes on tender and exotic rare plants, bonsais, orchids, stunning flower arrangements, plus a photographic competition of local subjects and a children's section. With experts on hand to answer your queries, specialist plants for sale and refreshments available.

Spring Bulbs & Daffodils Weekend > 27th Mar 10 - 28th Mar 10

Sherborne Castle, Dorset

Come to the castle and see the spring bulbs & daffodils in all their glory.

Mega Easter Egg Hunt, Film and Family Games > 2nd Apr 10 - 5th Apr 10

Pennywell Farm, Buckfastleigh, Devon

Enjoy Pennywell's Easter fun weekend with lots of activities for all the family. Plus meet all the Easter animals!!

Cornwall Spring Flower Show > 10th Apr 10 - 11th Apr 10

Boconnoc nearr Lostwithiel, Cornwall

The two day show will have many Horticultural stands, competitive classes, Floral Art Display, Lectures, Botanical Art Exhibition, Art in the Garden, Live music, Catering, Plants for sale and Free parking.

The Shape of Things Exhibition > 6th Feb 10 - 18th Apr 10

Bristol City Museum And Art Gallery, Bristol

A contemporary craft exhibition and a national project, focusing on issues of cultural identity in contemporary crafts practice.

BBC Antiques Road show > 22nd Apr 10 - 22nd Apr 10

Rodbourne, Swindon, Wiltshire

Bring your treasures, or just come along for the fun!

Porthleven Food & Music Festival > 23rd Apr 10 - 25th Apr 10

Perthleven, Cornwall

All day music and entertainment. Porthleven Harbour will be surrounded by more than 60 stalls all selling food related goods, together with an area for craft stalls.

Family fun day in partnership with the RNLI > 30th Apr 10 - 30th Apr 10

Caen Hill, Wiltshire

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution will be running capsize demonstrations, water safety training and all sorts of related entertainments.

Padstow Mayday > 1st May 10 - 1st May 10

Padstow, Cornwall

The Padstow Obby Oss is reputed to be the oldest dance festival in the country. The Day celebrates the Celtic festival of Beltane.

Bluebell Walk at Stourhead > 2nd May 10 - 2nd May 10

Stourhead, Warminster, Wiltshire

Join the Estate Warden for a woodland walk and experience Stourhead's breathtaking bluebell displays and learn how the woods are maintained for visitors and for wildlife. Booking essential.

Cheltenham Jazz Festival > 28th Apr 10 - 3rd May 10

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

A festival showcasing the latest cutting edge music, the most exciting jazz legends and a host of favourite stars.

Original Sailors' Hobby Horse > 29th Apr 10 - 3rd May 10

Minehead, Somerset

To the beat of the Drum and the zing of the Accordion it swings and swaggers through
the town, flicking the air with its long tail, a bright shiver of ribbons and ostrich plumes, chasing the children, accosting the men and catching the women.

The Hobby Horse is still a vibrant part of the English traditional landscape. Long may it stalk the streets of Minehead on Mayday.

Bath Dance Festival > 1st May 10 - 3rd May 10

Bath

Sit back, relax and enjoy the spectacle of some of the worlds best dancers perform in the famous heritage rooms of Bath.

Badminton Horse Trials > 30th Apr 10 - 3rd May 10

Badminton, Gloucestershire

Top International Equestrian event featuring Dressage, Jumping and Cross-Country competitions.

International Beach Kite Festival > 1st May 10 - 3rd May 10

Weymouth, Dorset

Over 350 kite flyers from Britain and overseas. Stunt kites, giant parafoils, kite competitions, fighting kites, kite stall village, musical displays

Bridport's May Fair 2010 > 3rd May 10 - 3rd May 10

Bridport, Dorset

Celebrating May Day on this Bank Holiday Monday, there will be Maypole Dancers, Crowning of the May Queen, stalls and music!

Bath Spring Flower Show > 1st May 10 - 3rd May 10

Royal Victoria Park, Bath

An annual event with flower displays, arts and crafts, horticulture lessons and much more.

151st North Somerset Show > 3rd May 10 - 3rd May 10

Wraxall nr Bristol, Somerset

The North Somerset Show, on the first Bank Holiday Monday in May features cattle, sheep, pigs, horses, llamas and more! It is the only agricultural show in the South West to have a tractor pull.

North Devon & Exmoor Walking Festival > 29th Apr 10 - 7th May 10

North Devon & Exmoor Somerset

As usual the festival has a great range of walks each day to choose from. These include half-day walks through to full day hikes. Exmoor offers the more challenging walks and North Devon countryside gives the walker some pleasant rolling country strolls.

Wotton Under Edge Arts Festival > 23rd Apr 10 - 8th May 10

Wotton Under Edge, Gloucestershire

A ten-day festival of concerts and exhibitions including a performance from The Bristol Ensemble and an outdoor performance by the Town Band on the first Sunday in May - a tradition which spans back over a century.

Chipping Campden Literature Festival > 4th May 10 - 8th May 10

Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire

Chipping Campden hosts its inaugural Literature Festival with a wonderful collection of authors and events. The historic Cotswold market town is said to have one of the most beautiful high streets in the country. Celebrating the art of writing and the joy of reading its theme IN THE MARGINS, the festival explores what it is to be on the edge of society.

Barbican Jazz and Blues Festival 2010 > 1st May 10 - 9th May 10

Plymouth, Devon

The festival offers a programme of fine live music for all tastes, in the perfect surroundings of Plymouth's historic quayside quarter with a network of fantastic venues.

Devon County Show > 20th May 10 - 22nd May 10

Exeter, Devon

The Devon County Show is the largest event in the county calendar and is the perfect place to enjoy a virtual tour of rural life.

Daphne du Maurier Festival > 13th May 10 - 22nd May 10

Fowey, Cornwall

Celebrating Dame Daphne du Maurier who lived and wrote in the area, this Festival is a sparkling mix of star names, guided walks, talks, drama, community events and free entertainment.

Chipping Campden Music Festival > 10th May 10 - 22nd May 10

Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire

Chipping Campden is rightly described as ‘The Jewel of the Cotswolds'. St. James' church is the most glorious building in this ‘Jewel' and the setting for the town's eighth annual Music Festival. As always there's the return of some artists from previous years alongside musicians new to the festival.

Winchcombe Walking Festival > 21st May 10 - 23rd May 10

Winchcombe, Gloucestershire

The historic town of Winchcombe in Gloucestershire is making a name for itself as the walking capital of the Cotswolds. Every day there will be at least five walks to choose from, varying in length and difficulty from strenuous full day walks on the Cotswold Way to half-day walks and short, level health walks. There will also be evening social events e.g. dinner with a quiz, and a barn dance for those who still have the energy!

Redcoats & Rebels > 30th May 10 - 30th May 10

Dunster Castle, Dunster, Somerset

Join Taunton Garrison in a living history camp staged during the Monmouth Rebellion of 1685; weapons demonstrations and musket firing throughout the day!

The Royal Bath and West Show > 2nd Jun 10 - 5th Jun 10

Shepton Mallett, near Bath
The show offers a wonderful day out for the whole family, with the very best of shopping, food halls, floral marquee, rural crafts, country pursuits, dog show, equestrian competitions and arena displays.

Salisbury International Arts Festival > 21st May 10 - 5th Jun 10

Salisbury, Wiltshire

The award winning Salisbury International Arts Festival 2010 presents a wonderful array of spectacular events. Classical and world music share the limelight with international theatre, dance, film, visual arts, children's events, and free outdoor events.

Bath International Music Festival > 26th May 10 - 6th Jun 10

Bath

Celebrating the world's best jazz, classical, folk and world music.

Fal River Festival > 28th May 10 - 6th Jun 10

Fal, Cornwall

The Fal River Festival is all about celebrating life on the river Fal in Cornwall. The 9 day festival encompasses over 130 events which range from music and drama, the arts and heritage to rowing races, triathlons and walks.

Exmouth Rotary Club Kite Festival > 4th Jun 10 - 6th Jun 10

Exmouth, Devon

Exmouth is now firmly in the Kite Flyers calendar. Our site on the edge of the River Exe is a superb location and unique in the kite flying world that you can enjoy both kites on land and the kite surfers on the water, all at one venue.

Appledore Visual Arts Festival > 2nd Jun 10 - 6th Jun 10

Appledore, North Devon

The 13th Appledore Visual Arts Festival will be a celebration of North Devon's amazing and inspirational coastline. Appledore is a beautiful estuary town with a maze of narrow streets and a fascinating maritime history. The Festival offers a diverse range of events including exhibitions, artists talks, free family workshops, street performances and film shorts all from well established artists.

Wychwood Music Festival 2010 > 4th Jun 10 - 6th Jun 10

Cheltenham Racecourse, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

Three days of world, roots, and contemporary music, comedy cinema, creative workshops and lively ethical debate in the attractive setting of Cheltenham Racecourse overlooked by the Cotswold Hills.

Behind the Scenes at Dunster Castle > 2nd Jun 10 - 9th Jun 10

Dunster Castle, Dunster, Somerset

Take a guided tour around the more private areas of this superb Castle and get a flavour of how people used to live.

Royal Cornwall Show > 10th Jun 10 - 12th Jun 10

Wadebridge, Cornwall

For three days each year the showground at Wadebridge is transformed into a living town, bustling with life, energy, agriculture, entertainment and trade.

Murdoch Day > 12th Jun 10 - 12th Jun 10

Redruth, Cornwall

Hundreds of people fill the streets in Redruth, as the Cornish town remembers its famous son, William Murdoch. With a celebration of the town's history, stalls, games and live entertainment, it's a day full of colour.

Widcombe Rising > 13th Jun 10 - 13th Jun 10

Central Bath

A great family day out in the lively ‘village' of Widcombe, this year celebrating the 200th anniversary of the Kennet and Avon Canal.

The Times Cheltenham Science Festival 2010 > 9th Jun 10 - 13th Jun 10

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

A fantastic fiesta of spectacular science, ingenious experiments and animated debate. Explore ideas that make the world go round in the UK's premier science event - a celebration of science, engineering and the arts, attracting the world's leading thinkers and personalities.

Bridport Food & Beer Festival > 19th Jun 10 - 19th Jun 10

Bridport, Dorset

A celebration of great food and drink plus a variety of things to see and do from live music to cookery demonstrations to talks about the local country and seaside.

2010 Exmoor Perambulation > 19th Jun 10 - 19th Jun 10

Minehead, Somerset

Dating back 725 years the Active Exmoor Perambulation is one of the most challenging walks in the Exmoor annual calendar. There is also a half distance walk available on the day and a popular BBQ at the half way mark.

GoldCoast Oceanfest 2010 > 18th Jun 10 - 20th Jun 10

Croyde, North Devon

Every year on the Solstice Weekend in June a unique format of lifestyle sports takes place in an event where the top international freesports professionals enjoy a chilled ambience amongst the fiercest competition, against the backdrop of the North Devons' Gold Coast.

St Ives Food and Drink Festival > 14th Jun 10 - 20th Jun 10

St Ives, Cornwall

The first food and drink festival in St Ives, runs from June 14th with a number of daily events in some of the town's bars and restaurants, building up through the week to the main Festival weekend on the 19th and 20th.

Rock Oyster Festival > 19th Jun 10 - 20th Jun 10

Rock, Wadebridge, Cornwall

Mouth watering food, cooking and beverage demonstrations, the Great Mackerel Challenge and competitions for the kids, street performers, face painting and music.

Cheltenham Food and Drink Festival 2010 > 18th Jun 10 - 20th Jun 10

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

Leading chefs showcase local and regional produce in the Cotswold Kitchen Theatre, with fine wines, real ale and ciders highlighted alongside Premier and Grand Cru champagnes.

Swindon Old Town Festival 2010 > 19th Jun 10 - 27th Jun 10

Swindon, Wiltshire

Live music, ghost walks, medieval hog roast, dog show, tug-of-war, family fun day, songs of praise, community stalls and much much more!

Kingsbridge Music Festival > 25th Jun 10 - 27th Jun 10

Kingsbridge, Devon

A mixture of jazz, rock, pop, blues, folk and classical artists playing every day at about 5 venues around the town with main concerts by the quay all FREE!

Purbeck Plod > 27th Jun 10 - 27th Jun 10

Swanage, Dorset

A 16 mile or 25 mile challenge walk or run around the Isle of Purbeck, starting and finishing in Swanage.

North Devon Festival > 1st Jun 10 - 30th Jun 10

North Devon

The North Devon Festival is rapidly establishing itself as one of the key UK festivals. It is a celebration of the rich and diverse cultural life in North Devon, with a wide range of activities that reflect the character of the region.

Mevagissey Feast Week > 3rd Jun 10 - 3rd Jul 10

Mevagissey, Cornwall

Various events throughout the week including a fish festival, live music, processions, dancing, choral events, fishing boat races, mini triathlon, carnival and spectacular firework display.

Bath Food & Drink Festival > 3rd Jul 10 - 4th Jul 10

Royal Victoria Park, Bath

A new event for Bath in 2010, where you will find all sorts of food, wine and real ale on show in the shadow of the stunning, iconic Royal Crescent.

Sea, Salts and Sail > 9th Jul 10 - 11th Jul 10

Mousehole nr Penzance, Cornwall

Mousehole's biennial Sea Salts & Sail Festival revives old traditions and celebrates the heritage of West Cornwalls' most justly famous fishing village.

Dragon Boat Race Challenge > 11th Jul 10 - 11th Jul 10

Exeter Quay, Devon

A fantastic, fast-paced day of exciting dragon boat races. National teams and Charity crews will be competing to raise funds for Dream-A-Way. A fabulous spectator sport!

Tewkesbury Medieval Festival > 10th Jul 10 - 11th Jul 10

Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire

Already hailed as Europe´s biggest and most spectacular medieval event, Tewkesbury Medieval Festival is planning to make its 25th anniversary bigger and better than ever. There will be the usual battle featuring around 2000 knights, archers and men at arms, a colourful and authentic living history camp and a fascinating market. But this year plans are also in hand for a joust with knights on horseback meeting in combat, a huge street procession, entertainment both on the fair site and throughout the town and much more!

Spirit of the Sea > 3rd Jul 10 - 16th Jul 10

Weymouth & Portland, Dorset

Don't miss Weymouth & Portland's third ‘Spirit of the Sea' Maritime Festival, taking place from 3-16 July 2010. Celebrating the area's close relationship with the sea, the festival brings together a range of sporting activities, cultural events and entertainment.

Lafrowda Festival and Day > 2nd Jul 10 - 17th Jul 10

St Just near Penzance, Cornwall

The Lafrowda Festival is an annual event in the pretty village of St. Just in Penwith, Cornwall, in celebration of community arts, with Lafrowda Day on Saturday 17th July.

The HSBC Cheltenham Music Festival 2010 > 2nd Jul 10 - 17th Jul 10

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

One of the most vibrant and widely-admired music festivals in the country, Cheltenham attracts the world's finest musicians. From established artists to brilliant young performers, from the magnificence of Tewkesbury Abbey to the Regency splendour of the Pittville Pump Room - it offers a huge range of musical adventures from around the world and across the centuries.

Swanage Jazz Festival > 16th Jul 10 - 18th Jul 10

Swanage, Dorset

This festival features most kinds of jazz played today, giving fans the chance to hear bands and styles they would be unlikely to hear in local jazz club gigs. The venues are close together so you can easily sample everything!

Frome Festival > 9th Jul 10 - 18th Jul 10

Frome, Somerset

An exciting ten day festival for all ages packed with music, comedy, drama, dance, film, literature, walks, talks, workshops, exhibitions and much more in Frome and surrounding villages.

Larmer Tree Festival > 14th Jul 10 - 18th Jul 10

Tollard Royal, Salisbury, Wiltshire

Larmer Tree Festival is proud to announce the addition of multi-platinum selling artist Newton Faulkner to their already stellar line-up of confirmed acts at this year's landmark music festival.

WOMAD Festival > 23rd Jul 10 - 25th Jul 10

Malmesbury, Wiltshire

The popular 'World of music, art and dance' festival returns to Charlton Park.

Marldon Apple Pie Fair > 31st Jul 10 - 31st Jul 10

Marldon, Paignton, Devon

The Marldon Apple Pie Fair has been going since 1888 in memory of local farmer, George Hill, who would use his windfall apples to bake an enormous apple pie for the village. Nowadays, locals and visitors alike join in the celebrations. Events throughout the afternoon include local arts, crafts and food stands, falconry displays, games and even a novelty dog show! There's also the carnival procession through the village accompanied by the Exeter Pipe Band.

Swindon Mela 2010 > 31st Jul 10 - 31st Jul 10

Swindon, Wiltshire

Delve into and enjoy Asian inspired activities, music and dance including all day arts and crafts workshops.

Gloucester Festival > 17th Jul 10 - 1st Aug 10

Gloucester, Gloucestershire

A two week celebration with entertainment and activities for people of all ages and cultures across Gloucester and beyond - plus, most of the events are free! As well as the annual carnival processions, there will also be a funfair in Gloucester Park, family fun days, street performers, open air music, comedy, cinema and theatre, exhibitions, sport and arts and craft activities, as well as a magnificent firework finale.

Gloucester Rhythm and Blues Festival > 24th Jul 10 - 1st Aug 10

Gloucester, Gloucestershire

All the best in Rhythm and Blues in the heart of the city of Gloucester.

The Taming of the Shrew - Brownsea Open Air Theatre > 21st Jul 10 - 6th Aug 10

Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour, Dorset

Brownsea Open Air Theatre present "The Taming of the Shrew" by William Shakespeare, directed by Denise Mallender.

Taunton Flower Show > 6th Aug 10 - 7th Aug 10

Taunton, Somerset

Taunton Flower Show is the premiere event of its type with large floral and competitive marquees, craft and food hall marquees, rural craft area, over 100 trade stands and arena entertainments. Featuring show gardens, competitive classes for fruit, vegetables and flowers, arts & crafts, garden orientated traders and a children's zone.

Dartmoor Folk Festival > 6th Aug 10 - 8th Aug 10

South Zeal, Devon

The Dartmoor Folk Festival is a friendly traditional festival, with highlights including Song & Music Sessions, Dartmoor Stepdance and Broomdance Championships, Dartmoor Fayre, Craft Displays, Dances, Music Hall, Sunday Ramble, Folk Service, and more!

2010 Exmoor Explorer > 8th Aug 10 - 8th Aug 10

Wheddon Cross, Somerset

This is not a race, it is a long distance off road cycling reliability trial across Exmoor's challenging terrain which takes place in August every year. The start, finish and tea stop change every year as does the set of routes. The course kept secret until a week before the event.

2010 Pendennis Cup > 9th Aug 10 - 14th Aug 10

Falmouth, Cornwall

A full entertainment programme will complement the five days of competitive racing out on the waters of Falmouth Bay - giving owners and crews a chance to enjoy a 'proper Cornish experience' and allowing them to enjoy Falmouth and its surroundings.

Beer Regatta > 7th Aug 10 - 14th Aug 10

Beer, Devon

A week packed with different events to suit all ages - from scavenger hunts and children's fun to fireworks and late night dances - you're sure to find something at Beer Regatta.

The focus is fun, the mood is happy; hopefully the weather is fine, but even if rainy, the welcome will always be warm.

Dunster Show > 20th Aug 10 - 20th Aug 10

Dunster, Somerset

A country show set in stunning Exmoor scenery on the edge of the Medieval village of Dunster.

Wareham Music Festival > 27th Aug 10 - 29th Aug 10

Wareham, Dorset

Local musicians and quality performers from all over the UK will entertain local residents and visitors this Dorset lovely town.

Festival of the Tree > 23rd Aug 10 - 30th Aug 10

Westonbirt Arboretum, near Bristol

Tree-mendous fun for everyone. Woodcarvers at work, trips into treetops or some gentle retail therapy...this year's Festival has something for everyone.

Devizes International Street Festival > 30th Aug 10 - 30th Aug 10

Devizes, Wiltshire

A big, family event with an all day programme, featuring some of the very best in European Street theatre and live music, kids entertainment, food, drink and festival stalls, all followed by a spectacular after dark show on The Green - and it's all free!

Bude Jazz Festival > 28th Aug 10 - 3rd Sep 10

Bude, Cornwall

Bude hosts one of Britain's leading jazz festivals. The Twenty-third Bude Jazz Festival will pack 144 jazz events into seven days. A single stroller ticket will give you admission to all but two of these events.

2010 RNLI Raft Race > 4th Sep 10 - 4th Sep 10

Minehead, Somerset

Over 50 rafts battling the seas in a 4.5 mile race. Live music, craft and market stalls and a spectacular firework display filling the evening sky over the harbour and beach.

Dorset County Show > 4th Sep 10 - 5th Sep 10

The Dorchester Showground, Dorchester, Dorset

An annual show featuring over 450 trade stands, animals and a fantastic array of attractions.

Newquay Fish Festival > 10th Sep 10 - 12th Sep 10

Newquay, Cornwall

The Newquay Fish Festival gives Newquay an opportunity to showcase one of its hidden gems 'the harbour' and has proven an extremely popular event with both residents and visitors.

Heritage Open Days > 9th Sep 10 - 12th Sep 10

Exeter, Devon

Heritage Open Days celebrates England's architecture and culture, offering free entry to various historic and interesting properties that are not usually open to the public, or who usually charge a fee. There are over 30 events in Exeter alone.

Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials > 9th Sep 10 - 12th Sep 10

Blenheim Palace, Gloucestershire

One of the world's premier three-star, three-day events. Set in the magnificent grounds of Blenheim Palace, the horse trials offer a fabulous opportunity to see some of the world's finest riders and horses in competition.

Gloucester Heritage Open Days 2010 > 9th Sep 10 - 12th Sep 10

Gloucester, Gloucestershire

Heritage Open Days celebrates Gloucester's fantastic architecture and culture by offering free access to properties that are usually closed to the public or normally charge for admission. Every year on four days in September, buildings of every age, style and function throw open their doors. It is a once-a-year chance to discover hidden architectural treasures and enjoy a wide range of tours, events and activities which bring to life local history and culture.

Widecombe Fair > 14th Sep 10 - 14th Sep 10

Widecombe, Dartmoor, Devon

The famous Widecombe Fair in September gave rise to the well-known folksong 'Widecombe Fair' and the characters of Uncle Tom Cobley and All. Widecombe is a picturesque village which nestles in the heart of Dartmoor National Park. The fair offers horsemanship to hounds, show jumping to sheep, vintage tractors to pasties.

The Jane Austen Festival > 17th Sep 10 - 25th Sep 10

The Jane Austen Centre, Bath

A varied selection of events to celebrate the life and work of Jane Austen.

St Ives September Festival > 11th Sep 10 - 25th Sep 10

St Ives, Cornwall

Live music, live theatre, dance, art, talks, poetry, comedy & cinema crammed into a 15 day action-packed festival. We have artists from all over the world attending, some familiar to the festival and some here for the first time.

Cornwall Food & Drink Festival > 24th Sep 10 - 26th Sep 10

Truro, Cornwall

Welcome to the sixth Cornwall Food and Drink Festival. Always guaranteed to create a buzz, it is the largest event anywhere dedicated to Cornish food and drink and this year it's even bigger and more action-packed than ever.

Marlborough Literature Festival > 24th Sep 10 - 26th Sep 10

Marlborough, Wiltshire

Marlborough Literature Festival celebrates the very best of contemporary writing from fiction to playwriting.

Boscastle Food, Arts and Crafts Festival > 2nd Oct 10 - 3rd Oct 10

Boscastle, Cornwall

Festival with lashings of fresh food, harbour fun and evening frolics. See local Chefs demonstrating and visit stalls where producers will be selling their food, arts and crafts.

Appledore Book Festival > 25th Sep 10 - 3rd Oct 10

Appledore, North Devon

For nine days our aim is to transform a beautiful North Devon fishing village into a magical place where famous authors will rub shoulders with dead authors and wit and wisdom rule the roost ...

Lyme Regis Arts Fest 2010 > 25th Sep 10 - 3rd Oct 10

Lyme Regis, Dorset

Meet artists in their studios and find out about their work, follow an art trail through the town, visit group exhibitions, learn a new skill and experience an ArtsFest event: dance, drama, film, concerts, street theatre, stone-balancing, busking and much more in this week long celebration of Art.

Swanage Blues Festival 2010 > 1st Oct 10 - 3rd Oct 10

Swanage, Dorset

A celebration of the blues in all its forms - rural, urban, acoustic and electric. 40 gigs in 15 indoor venues, and admission is free!

Tetbury Music Festival > 30th Sep 10 - 3rd Oct 10

Tetbury, Gloucestershire

A four day classical music festival in a beautiful Cotswold village.

Autumn 2010 North Devon & Exmoor Walking Festival > 1st Oct 10 - 4th Oct 10

North Devon & Exmoor

The Autumn North Devon and Exmoor Walking Festival takes place annually around the first weekend in October. As usual the festival has a great range of walks each day to choose from. These include half-day walks through to full day hikes. Exmoor offers the more challenging walks and North Devon countryside gives the walker some pleasant rolling country strolls.

Beer Rhythm & Blues Festival > 8th Oct 10 - 10th Oct 10

Beer, Devon

The Beer Rhythm & Blues Festival, held in October, has a great atmosphere in a lovely setting and offers performances throughout the area.

Exmoor Food Festival > 1st Oct 10 - 10th Oct 10

Exmoor, Somerset

Food, glorious food! A diverse selection of foodie events set in the stunning scenery of the Exmoor National Park.

The Times Cheltenham Literature Festival 2010 > 8th Oct 10 - 17th Oct 10

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

The Times Cheltenham Literature Festival returns with its signature blend of award-winning writers, world-renowned thinkers and big name star guests. The Festival has come a long way since its 9 events in 1949 - now attracting over 100,000 visitors to hundreds of events every year. At its heart the festival still rejoices in the joy of books, the thrill of debate and the unique conversation between writer and reader.

Feast of Food > 23rd Oct 10 - 23rd Oct 10

Marlborough, Wiltshire

The best food and drink festival in the west of England, in its 7th year. Over 60 exhibitors with everything for lovers of good food and drink.

The Exmoor Stagger & The Exmoor Stumble > 24th Oct 10 - 24th Oct 10

Minehead, Somerset

This annual event is designed to provide a challenging off road course using the steep and varied terrain within running distance of the town of Minehead.

Poole Literary Festival > 29th Oct 10 - 31st Oct 10

Lighthouse, Kingland Road, Poole, Dorset

Enjoy a stimulating and inspiring programme of events as Poole plays host to a wealth of literary talent. Poets, writers, artists and performers will be sharing their skills at this three-day festival.

Ottery Tar Barrels > 5th Nov 10 - 5th Nov 10

Ottery St Mary, Devon

Every year on November 5th for reasons lost in antiquity, the Flaming Tar Barrels are carried through the streets of Ottery St Mary to the delight of thousands of townsfolk and visitors.

Bridport Literary Festival > 29th Oct 10 - 7th Nov 10

Bridport, Dorset

This year the programme is larger than ever, bringing big name writers and up-and-coming ones from across the UK to Bridport.

LIMINALITY: Toward the Unknown Region, Exhibition > 13th Sep 10 - 12th Nov 10

Salisbury Cathedral, Salisbury, Wiltshire

Eight renowned British based sculptors respond to and explore the theme of Liminality, or transitional space, using the spectacular surroundings of Salisbury Cathedral as their inspiration and canvas.

Clovelly Herring Festival > 21st Nov 10 - 21st Nov 10

Clovelly, North Devon

In the 18th century, a hundred boats fished for the 'silver darlings' (herring) out of Clovelly. This Herring Festival is held in support of sustainable fishing by traditional methods and to celebrate the herring. Enjoy herring specialities, local cider and wine, shanty singing, a walk-about theatre and masses of stalls.

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