Lytham 1940’s Weekend – 18th August

The entertainment marquee situated on Lytham Green has two days of free entertainment from 10am to 5pm each day. The lineup features Derek Herbert  Winston Churchill’s rousing wartime speeches, Colin Bourdiec as George Formby and making their Lytham return for their second full weekend appearance the Bluebirds UK (pictured).  Paula Marie and Claire Louise return to entertain us once again. Back by popular demand, there’s […]

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Whitby Regatta – 17th August

There’s more to Whitby than meets the eye – with its connections to Captain Cook and Dracula, its quirky narrow streets and bustling harbour overlooked by the striking Gothic ruins of Whitby Abbey, Whitby is a fascinating town, unlike any other. Enjoy the quirky fishing villages of Staithes and Robin Hood’s Bay, the unspoilt sandy […]

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Settle Flowerpot Festival & Hawes – 20th August

Stroll around Settle during the summer months and be amazed, amused, astounded & astonished by the quirky flowerpot displays decorating the town. Fun for all the family – with a flowerpot theme! Settle Flowerpot Festival – settleflowerpotfestival.co.uk ————————————————————– The majority of trips return from destination between 16:30 and 17:30. The driver will inform you of […]

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Lincoln Steampunk Weekend – 24th August

Experience four days of creativity, imagination and fun at the Lincoln Steampunk Festival. Enjoy daytime entertainment, markets, parades and exhibitions in the Cathedral Quarter, followed by an evening of events at the Drill, Engine Shed, Blue Room and Assembly Rooms. “Weekend at the Asylum” takes its name from its first venue in the city, The […]

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Whitby Via Goathlands – 23rd August

This bracing moorland village has attracted visitors since the 19th century, but numbers soared following its appearance (as ‘Aidensfield’) in the television series ‘Heartbeat’ and its role in the ‘Harry Potter’ films https://www.yorkshire.com/places/north-york-moors/goathland There’s more to Whitby than meets the eye – with its connections to Captain Cook and Dracula, its quirky narrow streets and […]

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Whitley Bay & Tynemouth – 8th September

The seaside town of Whitley Bay provides the perfect family outing with arcades, a skate park, mini golf, as well as award-winning ice cream and fish and chips. The famous Spanish City is now open too! Whitley Bay’s golden sands are perfect for sandcastle building and long walks. An outdoor play and water park is […]

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Grassington 1940’s Weekend – 22nd September

Be taken back in time as you land in the heart of Yorkshire Dales experiencing scenes and the sounds of the 40s at every turn. Take a walk around the famous cobbled streets, listening to the sounds of the 40s as you come across live performances including The Lancashire Belle, Paul & Melissa Harper, Steve […]

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Bridlington – 21st 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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Blackpool – 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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Lichfield & National Memorial Arboretum – 27th August

The Arboretum is home to nearly 400 thought-provoking memorials, each with a story to be discovered. The memorials are diverse in nature, rich in symbolism and represent a broad population of society, from military associations and charities to the emergency services, fraternity groups and individuals. Each year new memorials are added so there’s always something […]

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