Houses Of Parliament – 15th August
Tours of the Palace of Westminster – home of the UK Parliament – are available on Saturdays until the end of the year and selected weekdays during holiday periods, offering visitors the chance to step inside this world-famous London landmark. A self-guided audio tour is a great option for groups. On these tours, visitors can […]
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Kendal & Windermere Cruise – 9th September
The town’s most famous export must be Kendal Mint Cake. Joseph Wiper came up with the original recipe for the Everest conquering energy bars, and by the time the company was sold to rival mint cake makers Romneys, there were a number of local firms producing their own brands. Kendal’s manufacturing industries all but vanished […]
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Blackpool Hot Ice Show – 14th August
Join the Hot Ice cast for a spellbinding matinee performance where breathtaking skating, stunning costumes, and captivating music bring Alice’s enchanting journey to Wonderland. Brand new for 2026, Alice Frozen in a Wonderland of Dreams. A cooler than cool masterpiece Let your imagination grow curiouser and curiouser, join your favourite characters and slip down the […]
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Blackpool – Bank Holiday – 31st August
The UK’s favourite beach resort features world-class attractions from a theme park to an aquarium, stunning beaches to the Blackpool Illuminations, a waterpark to a zoo, wax figure celebrity look-a-likes and the unforgettable Blackpool Tower. These amazing experiences are underpinned by a year-round programme of events and fantastic shows. Everyone enjoys a stroll along the prom. […]
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Southport Airshow – 29th August
The Southport Airshow has had its problems in the past, but based on the early announcements, 2026 could be shaping up to be a very good year for the show. Mélanie Astles has been French Champion no fewer than five-times and has top ten rankings at European and World levels. After her riveting performance at […]
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Whitby Pirate Festival – 29th August
The Whitby Pirate Festival is a free, family-friendly weekend event usually held in late August (2025 dates: Aug 29–31) at Whitby Harbour and surrounding venues to raise funds for the RNLI. The festival features pirate battles on the Endeavour ship, live shanty music, costume contests, and activities for all ages. Key Details for 2026: Location: Primarily around Whitby Harbour, The Endeavour, […]
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Beverley & Bridlington – 26th August
If you’re looking for a leisurely day out, how about visiting the elegant promenades of bright and breezy Bridlington? With its sandy beaches, award-winning promenades and historic harbour, this is a hidden seaside gem awash with kitsch traditional entertainment. Visit the funfair, amusements and donkey rides on the beach for a traditional British day out […]
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Eden Camp – 27th August
Eden Camp opened as a museum over 30 years ago in 1987. Since then, with the help and support of our visitors we have grown into one of the largest and most comprehensive museums covering British military and social history from 1914 onwards. https://www.edencamp.co.uk/ ————————————————————– The majority of trips return from destination between 16:30 and […]
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York – 27th August
Enjoy free time either sightseeing/ shopping around the Cathedral City of York. Just minutes outside historic York in a beautiful landscaped garden setting, York Designer Outlet is a must-visit fashion and shopping destination. The indoor shopping centre is home to over 120 leading UK and international designer and high street brands including Coach, Reiss, Ted Baker, […]
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Morecambe – 25th August
Morecambe offers you the chance to enjoy the many pleasures of the seaside, whether it’s flying kites, building sandcastles or enjoying the views across the bay. Stroll along Morecambe’s award winning promenade with an ice cream or have fun seeing it on two wheels, before grabbing a picnic and heading on down to the beach […]
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