Thursday, August 25, 2011
The August Bank Holiday is the last chance for residents of England, Wales and Northern Ireland to enjoy a long weekend until December. Coinciding with the farewell of summer, the August Bank Holiday has turned into the last cheery weekend of the season before getting back to more serious business at work or at school. It seems that everyone wants to go out and about on the August Bank Holiday weekend and there are plenty of events to choose from. See our list of events below and don't forget that you can book hotels near the events' venues right here via our website. Best prices guaranteed!
Notting Hill Carnival
Where: London
When: Sunday (28/8/2011) and Monday (29/8/2011)
What: Largest Caribbean street festival in Europe
with colourful street parade, 40 static sound systems and hundreds of
Caribbean food stalls attracting over 1 million visitors.
Web: www.thenottinghillcarnival.com
Hotels near Notting Hill Carnival: London
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Mathew Street Music Festival
Where: Liverpool
When: Sunday (28/8/2011) and Monday (29/8/2011)
What: One of Europe's largest free annual music
events with music bands from more than 30 countries.
Web: www.mathewstreetfestival.org
Hotels near Mathew Street Music Festival: Liverpool
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Hope Cove Regatta
Where: Hope Cove near Kingsbridge, south Devon
When: Saturday (27/8/2011) until Monday (29/8/2011)
What: Events for all ages including sandcastle
competitions, tug of war, live music, boat races, folk dancing, fireworks,
fishing, swimming, magic show and hog roasts.
Web: www.visitsouthdevon.co.uk
Hotels near Hope Cove Regatta: Kingsbridge
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Cardiff Harbour Festival
Where: Cardiff, Wales
When: Saturday (27/8/2011) until Monday (29/8/2011)
What: British Fish Craft Championship, Welsh
National Oyster Opening Championships, Rowing boat races, 'Wing Walkers'
flying high over Cardiff Bay...
Web: www.cardiff-festival.com
Hotels near Cardiff Harbour Festival: Cardiff
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Quiksilver Pro Junior Surf Fest
Where: Newquay, Cornwall
When: Saturday (27/8/2011) until Monday (29/8/2011)
What: The dramatic surfing action off Fistral
Beach and plenty of music
Web: www.quiksilverlive.com
Hotels near Quiksilver Pro Junior Surf Fest:
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Siege!
Where: Kenilworth Castle, Warwickshire
When: Sunday (28/8/2011) and Monday (29/8/2011)
What: Experience the atmosphere and drama of
Kenilworth Castle under Norman attack. Witness the opposing forces prepare
for battle, with encampments outside and inside the castle, armour displays
and an awe inspiring trebuchet in action
Web: www.kenilworthweb.co.uk
Hotels near Kenilworth Castle: Kenilworth
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The Harewood Show
Where: Harewood House, Yorkshire
When: Sunday (28/8/2011) and Monday (29/8/2011)
What: An extensive family show with live music,
craft stalls, children's trails, dog agility shows and much more.
Web: www.harewood.org
Hotels near Harewood House: Leeds
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