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Open Cockpits Evening 19 May 2012 RAF Museum Cosford
Open Cockpits Evening 19 May 2012 RAF Museum Cosford - Join us for a special evening where a selection of aircraft and cockpits will be available for close viewing. This is an evening event from 6.00pm to 8.30pm. Admission price £10.00 per person - Tickets are limited and only available to buy in advance from the museum. Please note: Minimum height requirement of 1.07 metres applies for accessing aircraft cockpits.
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Althorp Estate Country Show 19th - 20th May Althorp, Northampton, NN7 4HQ
Althorp Estate Country Show 19th - 20th May Althorp, Northampton, NN7 4HQ. Held in the grounds of historic Althorp, family home of the Spencer family, this well established Country Show is now in its third year, with all day entertainment including birds of prey, working dogs, children's entertainment as well as arts, crafts, gifts and food marquees. The house and gardens are also open to the public at a special discounted rate.
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RAF Cosford Air Show Sunday 17 June 2012
RAF Cosford Air Show Sunday 17 June 2012 is one of the country's top aviation events attracting thousands of people of all ages to a day of wonder, excitement and entertainment every year with the proceeds of the event going to RAF and local charities.
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Wartime in the Vale - June 23 & 24, 2012 Ashdown Farm, Badsey, Nr Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 7PA.
Now the National Show making this one of the largest military vehicle and re-enactment events so please come and join us. Its still a family show with a mix of military and civilian displays and events at our atmospheric WW2 camp. We are also pleased The Austin Champ Owners Club have selected this show for their Champ Camp as 2012 is particularly special for them as they are celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Champ and over 100 Champs are already booked in with vehicles from the UK and abroad.
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Xstatic Summer Festival - Saturday 30th June 2012 Catton Hall, Walton On Trent, Derbyshire
Saturday June 30th is the date for XSTATIC'S Summer Festival bonanza. For 12 hours you will be treated to a wide array of house, trance, techno, hard house and much more in the lush green setting that is Catton Hall in Derbyshire, and all for only £35! Catton is a glorious private Estate, owned by the same family for over 600 years, and the 250 acres of surrounding parkland are a perfect setting for a boutique summer festival with 5 different musical arenas. Bringing together brands like PaSSion, Storm, Xstatic and Secret Party Project, a huge selection of big name DJs will play including Riva Starr, Reset Robot, The Squatters, Judge Jules, Jon O'Bir, Fergie, Tidy Boys, Agnelli & Nelson and so much more.
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Jessie J is set to rock Warwick Castle on Friday 13 July 2012
Hailed as one of the British music industry’s rising stars, Jessie J will perform her chart-topping hits including Price Tag, Do it Like a Dude, Who You Are and Domino. The singer songwriter, who is a coach on BBC1’s The Voice, won the Critics Choice award at the BRIT Awards 2011 with MasterCard and was nominated for Best British Breakthrough Artist and Best Single in 2012. Her self-professed style of ‘pure ghetto-pop fabulosity’ has cemented her reputation as an emerging 21st century megastar.
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The Great British Summer Proms Saturday 14 July 2012
Enjoy a sublime summer's evening of classical music in the stunning grounds of Warwick Castle; bring your picnic and enjoy the unique spectacle of excitement, marvellous music and unrivalled entertainment. Featuring the world famous Royal Philharmonic Orchestra with star soloists, an aerobatic display by an original World War 2 Spitfire, choreographed to dramatic themes with split second timing, a rousing finale of flag waving favourites from the Last Night of The Proms and spectacular firework display. Plus a very special evocative performance by BRIT Award Nominees the Military Wives Choir
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Festival of History 14 - 15 July 2012 Kelmarsh Hall, Northamptonshire, NN6 9LY
The English Heritage Festival of History 14th - 15th July 2012 Kelmarsh Hall, Northamptonshire, NN6 9LY brings even more of the story of England to life. Over 2000 historical re-enactors, performers and costumed interpreters present you with a fantastic selection of live shows and interactive experiences covering over two millennia of history. Amongst the spectacular live shows this year, visitors will be able to get a ring side seat to see William the Conqueror defeat King Harold in the famous battle of 1066 and witness the last pitched battle of the War of the Roses.
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Folk At The Oak - 24th July 2012 - Hatfield House, Hatfield, Hertfordshire
Folk At The Oak - 24th July 2012 - Hatfield House, Hatfield, Hertfordshire. The next confirmed act for Folk by the Oak 2012 is Chris Wood. The current BBC Folk Singer of The Year skilfully combines the political with the personal. Willow Foundation is a Hatfield-based charity providing special days for seriously ill 16-40 year olds. 50p from each Folk by the Oak ticket is donated to Willow. The 2011 festival raised £6,800 both through the ticket contribution and your own donations on the day.
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The Shugborough Hall & Country Show 28th and 29th July 2012 Shugborough Estate, Milford Nr Stafford, ST17 0XB
The Shugborough Hall & Country Show Shugborough Estate, Milford Nr Stafford, ST17 0XB 28th and 29th July 2012. Set in the beautiful parkland of Shugborough Hall this Family Country Show with all day entertainment including birds of prey, working dogs, children's entertainment as well as arts, crafts, gifts and food marquees. Also on Sunday at this event, we're proud to host the Companion Dog Show - so bring along a canine friend and have a go! (And all proceeds from entries will go to Marie Curie Cancer Care).
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Althorp Park Summer Picnic Proms – Northamptonshire – 11 August 2012
Althorp Park Summer Picnic Proms – Northamptonshire – 11 August 2012. The UK's premier classical picnic proms with Spitfire, cannons, cavalry and fireworks! Widely regarded as the most exciting summer proms concert in the country, with thousands of fans returning year after year. Pack up a picnic, stock up on fizz and join the party in some of the most beautiful locations in Britain.
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Far Forest Countryside Show - 12th August 2012 Nr Kidderminster Worcestershire DY14 9DA
Far Forest Countryside Show - 12th August 2012 Nr Kidderminster Worcestershire DY14 9DA. A grand opening with music from Bewdley Concert Band, great shows from the Battling Knights & Freemen, Dance shows from Zenor's Dance Acadamy. and the always popular falconry shows where the all the family can get involved. Paws For Thought - Dog Display Team have thrilled and delighted audiences across the country, plus Come and watch the Forest Games Tug of War competition, if your feeling strong enough, why not enter!
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Ragley Hall Summer Picnic Proms – Warwickshire – 18 August 2012
Ragley Hall Summer Picnic Proms – Warwickshire – 18 August 2012. The UK's premier classical picnic proms with Spitfire, cannons, cavalry and fireworks! Widely regarded as the most exciting summer proms concert in the country, with thousands of fans returning year after year. Pack up a picnic, stock up on fizz and join the party in some of the most beautiful locations in Britain.
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The Midland Game Fair 15 - 16 September 2012 Weston Park Shropshire TF11 8LE
The Midland Game Fair is the country's leading showcase of country sports and a true celebration of rural life. Renowned as the annual meeting place for country sports enthusiasts, the Midland has evolved into a comprehensive countryside event that now attracts more than 90,000 visitors. Throughout its growth the Midland has retained its legendary atmosphere, visitors, competitions and arena profile, making the Midland the most unforgettable in the game fair calendar.
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Battle of Britain Weekend 15 September 2012 - 16 September 2012 RAF Museum Cosford
Battle of Britain Weekend 15 September 2012 - 16 September 2012 RAF Museum Cosford - Special weekend to mark this important event in Royal Air Force history. Activities including: - Real life working Merlin & Griffon engine demonstrations (lasting 30 mins) - WWII RAF Group/Ops Room - Film Showings B of B Outtakes - Children's Activities - Wartime Classroom Session - Wartime Menu in Refuel Restaurant - Farm setting with animals from Hoo Farm - Military Vehicles - Full Size Replica Spitfire (charges apply for cockpit access) - Battle of Britain Veteran Guests Q & A Session
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Open Cockpits Evening 22 September 2012 RAF Museum Cosford
Open Cockpits Evening 22 September 2012 RAF Museum Cosford - A selection of historic aircraft and cockpits will be available for close viewing for a limited number of visitors, allowing rare inside access to some of the World’s most historic aircraft. This is an evening event open from 6.00pm to 8.30pm. Admission price £10.00 per person - numbers will be limited and admission is by advance ticket only. Please note: Minimum height requirement of 1.07 metres applies for accessing aircraft cockpits.
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Railway at War - 22nd & 23rd September 2012 Northampton & Lamport Railway
Railway at War on 22nd & 23rd September 2012. Recreating the 1940s experience of life on the Home Front during World War Two. The railways played a very important part in World War II and the Railway at War event remembers the courage, hardships and endurance of our parents, grandparents and even great grandparents on the Home Front. Live 1940s entertainment will add to the atmosphere.
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Search and Rescue Half Term 22 October 2012 - 26 October 2012 RAF Museum Cosford
Search and Rescue Half Term 22 October 2012 - 26 October 2012 RAF Museum Cosford This Half Term, children over 5 can join in a free and exciting activity in which both they and their friends will become active participants in an air sea rescue and discover how the Royal Air Force mounts such operations in hazardous conditions. In each session children will be able to experience what it is really like to be marooned in a life raft and will learn various survival techniques, with their fellow crew members. Participants will also watch a DVD of an actual RAF rescue and learn of some of the dangers of the sea.
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Conservation Centre Open Week 12 November 2012 - 17 November 2012 RAF Museum Cosford
Conservation Centre Open Week 12 November 2012 - 17 November 2012 RAF Museum Cosford - The Michael Beetham Conservation Centre (MBCC) is one of the finest aircraft conservation centres in the world. To enable greater public access and understanding of the centre's work, it will be opening its doors to visitors for one special week. Visitors will gain exclusive behind-the-scenes access to aircraft conservation work and have a rare opportunity to view current projects including the Wellington Bomber. Viewing is from 10.15am to 1.00pm and entry is FREE.
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Remembrance Service 11 November 2012 RAF Museum Cosford
Remembrance Service 11 November 2012 RAF Museum Cosford - There will be a service of remembrance taking place in the Museum's Hangar 1 in front of the Comet with visitors, ATC and RAF personnel present. All visitors are welcome to join the service for this act of remembrance for those who lost their lives in conflict. Visitors are asked to assemble in Hangar 1 by 10.30am.
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Shipley Gardens
Shipley Gardens surround a 17th century Wye Valley Homestead standing upon the site of previous dwellings that since Roman times have administered the adjacent ford and former ferry. The Gardens created during the last 40 years by the Author & Landscape Architect - Bob Macadie, are set within 30 acres of mixed environmental habitats as a magical structure of garden rooms moulded into the base of the escarpment next to the flood plain of the valley floor. There are unique atmospheric Tea Rooms and Garden Rooms of surprise and informality with lecterns of whimsical information.
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Birmingham National Sea Life Centre
The National SEA LIFE Centre spans three floors of a striking building designed by Sir Norman Foster. Climb past amazing display tanks teeming with sea creatures. The centre's brand new Sensorama 4-D Cinema launched with rave reviews at Easter and has been since then showing Planet Earth: Shallow Seas 4-D Experience where visitors can dive under the waves and swim with whales and dolphins. Sensorama 4-D now presents the only UK showing of SpongeBob SquarePants 4-D every day from 10am to 12noon during the summer holidays.
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A Full Day of Extreme Powerboating - Warwickshire
On this action packed day you will get the chance to drive three types of high speed single seat powerboats. The awesome monohull, the speedy catamaran or the exhilarating hydroplane. All the boats are capable of speeds over 50mph and it feels a lot faster when you are only inches from the water. Guaranteed to leave the pulse racing, the day is run by a World speed record holder and so you can be sure this is the real deal!
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Jousting Experience - Warwick
Travel back in time and be a Knight for the day in this action packed medieval thrills experience. With expert horsemen and actors at your side you will be taught the skills used by Knights including how to use a shield and lance, horse control, how to strike targets, mounted period games and foot fights with swords and quarterstaffs. The event concludes with the chance to dress in medieval costume and show off your skills in a mini medieval tournament.
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Birds of Prey Experience in Warwickshire
Spend a half day learning all about birds of prey. This hands on course offers you the chance to spend time with an experienced falconer who will share their knowledge of the history of falconry, owning and flying birds of prey and the characteristics of different species. You will be shown how to pick up and carry a hawk, and will move on to the early stages of training the bird to fly to fist.
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Ferrari and Lamborghini Driving Experience - Warwickshire & Leicestershire
Drive a Lamborghini Gallardo and Ferrari 360 in one session! After receiving instruction from a professional, you will enjoy a glimpse of the playboy lifestyle as you drive two sports cars normally reserved for the super-rich. There really is no more rewarding way to blast the corners and straights of some of the UK's most exciting circuits. The incredible pace and timeless quality of these cars raises just a single question: which do you prefer?
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