Winchester 250 events celebrating Jane Austen
10 additional events taking place in the Winchester to honour the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth have been announced. Partners across the city and wider district are hosting over 35 events throughout 2025 for Austen fans to celebrate Jane’s legacy and works. No. 8 College Street, Austen’s final home in Winchester, opens to the
Norfolk & Norwich Festival 2025: Arts and Culture
Norfolk & Norwich Festival: Discover the vibrant lineup from 9th to 25th May 2025 Magic and mystery performances Experience Jo Bannon’s “The Dirty Work” on 14th and 15th May, blending magic with visual impairment narratives. Gandini Juggling’s “Heka” on 13th and 14th May combines juggling with contemporary choreography. Magician Vincent Gambini presents “Close-Up” on 16th,
Enjoy an Egg-citing Easter adventure at The Watercress Line
Young visitors to The Watercress Line this Easter will jump for joy at the chance to meet the Easter Bunny and enjoy plenty of egg-citing activities. From 17 to 21 April, children can meet the Easter Bunny at Ropley Station, pose for a special photo, and receive a free chocolate egg. The fun continues onboard
Baby store launches in Greenwich, UK’s largest– discover ebebek
A one-stop shop for everything baby and parent Attention parents and parents-to-be! ebebek, the leading baby store brand from Turkey, has officially launched in the UK, bringing its flagship store to Peninsula Retail Park, Greenwich. Spanning an impressive 20,451 square feet, this new one-stop baby shop offers everything you need for your parenting journey, all
Canadian Pacific steam train restored at The Watercress Line
Take a nostalgic ride at The Watercress Line. Canadian Pacific steam train for enthusiasts and history lovers to now enjoy as The Watercress Line welcomes passengers aboard the newly restored SR Merchant Navy class locomotive, No. 35005 Canadian Pacific. After years of meticulous restoration, this powerful steam giant returns to the rails next month, offering
Kids eat free at Terre à Terre Feb 2025 half term in Brighton
A fun-filled day in Brighton with kids eat free meals. Families looking for a fun and affordable half-term day out should head to Brighton. Alongside seaside adventures, award-winning vegetarian restaurant Terre à Terre is offering a fantastic ‘kids eat free’ deal. Enjoy delicious vegetarian meals Terre à Terre is known for its creative vegetarian dishes
Kent Life Heritage Farm Park 2025
Kent Life Heritage Farm Park in Sandling, Maidstone, has unveiled an exciting lineup of events for 2025, promising a year filled with family-friendly activities and new attractions. The 28-acre working farm continues to be a hub for creating cherished memories. New Attractions for 2025 Kent Life Heritage Farm This year introduces ‘Fairy Tale Week’ during
OxTrail A tribute to Oxford’s literary heritage
A giant art sculpture from Oxford’s popular summer OxTrail event is now in a permanent home. The ‘Looking for Alice’ Ox now stands proudly on the rooftop of Westgate Oxford, thanks to a generous donation from the Lewis Carroll Society. The journey from OxTrail to Westgate Oxford ‘Looking for Alice’ was one of over 30
Half term sports camp February 2025
Boost your child’s athletic performance at a half term sports camp in Surrey Looking for an exciting way to keep your child active during February half term? Join our February Half Term Sports Camp at Advance Performance Lab on 18th, 19th & 20th February 2025, from 10am to 2pm. This action-packed camp focuses on building
London Museum Docklands: Things to do with kids 2025
London Museum Docklands is located at West India Quay in east London. Opened in 2003, it occupies one of the few remaining original grade one listed warehouses, built in 1802 to store produce from the West Indies. A shared place in the heart of the East End, where stories cross and collide, it confidently shows
Father Christmas Express at The Watercress Line
The Father Christmas Express, at The Watercress Line, is a magical festive experience for families in December. Young and old immerse themselves in holiday cheer aboard this enchanting steam train. Meet Father Christmas on the train Passengers come face-to-face with Father Christmas and his jolly helpers. It runs on five special days, and the ride
Project Power ™ Strength Training, St John’s Comprehensive in Gravesend
Project Power ™ will benefit Teenage girls at St John’s Catholic Comprehensive School in Gravesend with a transformative strength training workshop. Led by Project Power™, this initiative, spearheaded by fitness icon Krissy Cela, aims to inspire confidence and boost participation in physical activity among teenage girls across the UK. Project Power Addresses the decline in
Festive family fun: Christmas at Farnham Maltings, Surrey
Festive family fun Farnham Maltings is preparing for a magical festive season with its production of Christmas in Exeter Street. Based on Diana Hendry and John Lawrence’s charming children’s book, the show runs from Friday 13th December to Tuesday 24th December 2024, offering a heartwarming treat for families. A story bursting with festive family fun
Activate: Gaming Experience Launches at The O2
London’s iconic venue, The O2, will host the UK debut of Activate, a revolutionary tech-driven, active gaming attraction. Launching on 16 December 2024, just in time for Christmas, this first-of-its-kind experience will redefine competitive socialising in the UK. What is Activate? It is an immersive group gaming attraction combining physical challenges with cutting-edge technology. Originally
Do You Believe? THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride arrives at Spa Valley Railway!
The Magical POLAR EXPRESS™ will be leaving Tunbridge Wells West Station this weekend and on selected dates until 23 December 2024. With Christmas quickly approaching, PNP Events, Spa Valley Railway, Rail Events Inc., and Warner Bros. are celebrating the return of THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride in Tunbridge Wells! This immersive family-oriented experience returns for
Kenward Place first ever Art Fair
Kenward Place Christmas is filled with promises of talent and colour. Based in Yalding Kent, Kenward Place is thrilled to announce its first ever Art Fair, with 20 exciting Kent & Sussex Artists exhibiting their stunning work from Acrylics, oils, pastels to ceramics – High quality art investments and a great excuse to meet the
Braintree Village 25 Years Outlet Shopping Excellence
Braintree Celebrations Begin with Exclusive Ice-Skating Friday 15th November, the Village rewards its loyal customers with exclusive events. Members of the shopping centre’s PLUS+ rewards club can enjoy free ice-skating sessions to launch the season’s ice rink, returning for a second year. Sessions at 5-6pm and 6-7pm will be offered to PLUS+ members on a
Hever Castle Christmas 2024
Hever Castle: Festive Shows with The Festival Theatre Experience a magical Christmas celebration at Hever Castle’s Festival Theatre this December. With sparkling performances, festive dinners, and exclusive access to the Hever Castle Twilight Christmas experience, this promises to be a truly memorable event for all. A festive celebration in the Guthrie Pavilion Set in the
Brighton Dome unveils its Winter Wonders this December
Brighton Dome’s three historic venues welcome a huge variety of events this winter, for audiences of all ages. The programme includes high-energy circus full of African music and dance, a Christmas theatre show with an intergalactic twist, a modern take on festive folk tales, plus a drag pageant spectacular to rival TV’s Drag Race. Circus
Westwood Cross Shopping Centre Santa’s Grotto
Westwood Cross Shopping Centre, Broadstairs, Kent brings festive cheer with its Christmas market and Santa’s grotto. Beginning on Saturday 16th November, shoppers can browse a variety of unique gifts, and sample delicious festive treats. From Friday 29th November, meet Santa himself. Festive shopping at Westwood Cross Westwood Cross’s Christmas market hosts small, independently run stalls,
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