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Kettlewell’s Scarecrow Festival – 9th to 17th August 2008

Kettlewell is a delightful village set in the Yorkshire Dales. Every year the villagers prepare 100s of scarecrows in various guises and locations and encourage visitors to walk the “Scarecrow Trail”, spotting scarecrows and solving associated clues which are centred round a different theme each year. Nick Smith experienced the magic of the Scarecrows in […]

Whitby Regatta & Carnival – 2 Aug 2008 – 4 Aug 2008

Whitby, North Yorkshire Features rowing competitions, funfair, fireworks and Royal Air Force and Navy displays. Take in the sea air from a cottage near the coast. A cottage can provide the perfect base from which to explore Whitby and the North Yorkshire Coast as well as to enjoy many events throughout the UK and Europe […]

Red Bull Air Race: London 2008 – 2 Aug 2008 – 3 Aug 2008

London Part of an international series of races, established in 2003 and organised by Red Bull. www.airrace.org Get the adrenaline pumping watching the best of the best in acrobatic flying as they go head to head. Make it into a longer break. Don’t forget – a cottage can provide the perfect base from which to […]

National Eisteddfod of Wales – 2 Aug 2008 – 9 Aug 2008

Pentrehobin Estate, Mold, Flintshire, Wales Largest and oldest celebration of Welsh culture, which can be traced back to 1176. www.eisteddfod.org.uk Don’t forget – a cottage can provide the perfect base from which to explore Wales and the beautiful Welsh – search today at cottages4you.

Bristol Harbour Festival – 1 Aug 2008 – 3 Aug 2008

Venue: Bristol Harbourside, Bristol The south west’s biggest, free, family-orientated festival, celebrating Bristol’s maritime heritage. www.bristol-city.gov.uk Don’t forget – a cottage can provide the perfect base from which to explore Bristol and the Gloucestershire area as well as to enjoy many events throughout the UK and Europe – search today at cottages4you.

Nottingham Riverside Festival – 1 Aug 2008 – 3 Aug 2008

Victoria Embankment, Nottingham Festivals Variety of festivities held on the banks of the River Trent. Click here for more information Don’t forget – a cottage can provide the perfect base from which to explore Nottingham and enjoy many events throughout the UK and Europe – search today at cottages4you.

‘Old School’ Holidays

Head Back to School in the Summer Holidays ! Maths, physics, literature and geography…This summer return to school in the school holidays, without a blackboard, pencil case or gym kit in sight! We have a selection of beautifully converted schools throughout the UK, perfect for some old school nostalgia with or without the kids. Whether […]

Edinburgh Art Festival – 31 Jul 2008 – 31 Aug 2008

Edinburgh Showcases work from leading galleries and artist led-organisations, ranging from blockbuster exhibitions to grass roots, artist-led projects. All events are free and the event runs as part of the Edinburgh Festival. www.edinburghartfestival.com Don’t forget – a cottage can provide the perfect base from which to explore Edinburgh and enjoy many events throughout the UK ...

Gateshead Summer Flower Show – 1 Aug 2008 – 3 Aug 2008

Gateshead Central Nursery, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear Features around 500 exhibitors, a demonstration marquee and entertainment for both adults and children. www.gateshead.gov.uk Don’t forget – a cottage can provide the perfect base from which to explore Gateshead and the North-East and enjoy many events throughout the UK and Europe – search today at cottages4you.

Glorious Goodwood – 29 Jul 2008 – 2 Aug 2008

Venue: Goodwood, West Sussex Enjoy the magnificent atmosphere of Glorious Goodwood – the famous major race meeting and social occasion that’s a highlight of the summer season. www.goodwood.co.uk Arrange to make a break out of a visit to Glorious Goodwood. Make sure you’re first out of the gates to find a cottage through cottages4you while […]

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