Things to do in Leeds, Bradford, Alnwick, Halifax, Scotland, Ireland and more

In my weekly blog post, here are some ideas of things to do this week in Leeds, Bradford, Alnwick, Halifax, Scotland, Ireland and more: 

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Don't miss out on incredible live music outdoors this summer.       This weekend our friends at Millennium Square and Opera North present Opera in the City - an evening of operatic favourites and classical masterpieces. There's more music alfresco as Summer Bands in Leeds Parks continues every Sunday afternoon from 2.30pm - this Sunday there are concerts at Burley Park, Canal Gardens (Roundhay Park), Wetherby Riverside Bandstand and many more.    Three incredible gigs by sought after chamber ensemble Manchester Collective have just gone on sale as part of our on tour programme - don't miss Arcadiana, Black Angels, and Rosewood.    Read on to find out more...          This weekend...     Opera in the City - Sun 24 July, 5.30pm   Join the Orchestra of Opera North and special guests soprano Elin Pritchard and tenor David Junghoon Kim for an alfresco summer evening of operatic favourites and classical masterpieces in Millennium Square. Martin André conducts the ensemble in glorious arias from Puccini’s La bohème and Tosca, Verdi’s Rigoletto, Il Trovatore and more, with sweeping orchestral blockbusters from Tchaikovsky, Dvořák and Borodin.   Choose from an allocated seat in the seated area or experience the ‘picnic style’ area where you can bring your own chairs, cushions or picnic blankets and relax to the effortless sounds of Opera North's incredible musicians.         Now on sale: Manchester Collective   Music for the adventurous.   Critically acclaimed chamber ensemble Manchester Collective returns to the Howard Assembly Room with three unmissable shows: Arcadiana (Thu 20 Oct), Black Angels (Sat 18 Mar 2023), and Rosewood (Wed 10 May 2023).         More outdoor music in Leeds     Summer Bands in Leeds Parks   Free concerts continue in the city's parks this weekend from Leeds Concert Band, Drighlington Brass Band, Altofts & Normanton Brass Band, Woodhouse Prize Band and many more. We're looking for audience members to submit their photos of the Summer Bands concerts - there are tickets to Leeds Best of Brass 2022/23 up for grabs for our favourites. Find out more.   Photo credit: Miriam Pelusi, Twitter, Peace Artistes at Meanwood Park on Sunday 3 July 2022.          Access a world of music, free through your Leeds Libraries membership.   Medici.tv offers access to the best of classical music and tutorials for viewers and all you need is your library card number. Log in below to enjoy for free, or sign up for a library membership.         Visit the Music Library at Leeds Central Library where you'll find a large range of sheet music covering most genres and instruments as well as tuition guides to help you learn to play. It also stocks a large collection of orchestral and vocal sets, wind band sets and part songs which are available for loan to music and drama groups. Contact Leeds Libraries below to find out more.           FOLLOW US   Leeds International Concert Season Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 3AD 0113 376 0318 | boxoffice@leeds.gov.uk www.leedsconcertseason.co.uk Support the Organ Renewal Project

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Summer Sounds @ Seven   This weekend Seven's Pop-up – Three Girls One Pineapple, is an independent food truck serving tasty tacos : Texan brisket, pork carnitas, veggie mixed bean and roast chicken. Friday 22nd July from 5pm. Saturday 23rd – Sunday 24th July lunch and and evening. Seven Sounds continues on Saturday 23rd July, 5-7pm with King & I . Funk, soul, songs from the shows, plus classic jazz blues. Songs to make you smile. Pay What You Feel. In Seven Courtyard. Event in venue if bad weather. Organised by MEWL Music Jazz on Sunday on 24th July 1.30-4pm is JazzLeeds – Trish Heenan Quartet. Trish Heenan’s two albums document a warm, characterful voice. Come and spend a summer afternoon listening to the fine vocal jazz of Trish and her trio. Pay What You Feel. In Seven Courtyard. Event in venue if bad weather. July at Seven rounds off with  Silky & Friends on Wednesday 27th July 8pm, with headliners, Ben Norris and Lou Conran,  Jon Palmer and Friends on Saturday 30th July, 5-7pm and “Outside Chance” on Sunday 31st July, 1.30-4pm. We  look forward to seeing you at Seven very soon. Every £ spent at Seven helps support high quality arts in a local setting.  follow on Twitter | friend on Facebook | forward to a friend  Copyright © 2022 Seven Arts Leeds, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Seven Arts Leeds 31(a) Harrogate Road Chapel Allerton Leeds, West Yorkshire LS7 3PD United Kingdom

StoryTrails is a one-of-a-kind, immersive storytelling experience, where untold stories from the past are brought to life using augmented and virtual reality and the voices of the local community. . Bradford City Library. July 22nd - 23rd Bradford is delighted to have been chosen as one of 15 locations across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland to take part in StoryTrails, a one-of-a-kind experience where untold stories from the past are brought to life using augmented and virtual reality and the voices of the local community. As the UK’’s largest immersive storytelling project, it will change the way we tell stories about ourselves, animating public spaces across the UK and inspiring a national conversation about who we are and where we are going. Come down to Bradford City Library on 22nd and 23rd July to discover a range of exciting augmented and virtual reality experiences for all the family to enjoy. Explore your area’s untold stories through a virtual map made up of 3D models and audio recordings of local community members. Back outside, take part in immersive StoryTrails walking tours, where a free app will guide you around the places where history happened, bringing the events to life before your very eyes. StoryTrails is part of 'UNBOXED: Creativity in the UK', a ground-breaking UK-wide celebration of creativity in 2022. FREE. To find out more about StoryTrails, visit www.storytrails.com.

 

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South Asian Heritage Month South Asian Heritage Month takes place annually from July 18 to August 17. It seeks to celebrate and raise the profile of British South Asian heritage and history in the UK through education, arts, culture and commemoration. Now in its third year, the month is packed full of cultural events taking place across the UK. Join Kirklees Libraries in celebration of this colourful month. Kirklees Libraries will be hosting an array of events and workshops in partnership with the local Sangam festival over this coming summer. Information on all the events can be found at Kirklees Library website at: Kirklees Libraries South Asian Heritage Month Sangam Festival website at: sangamfestival.co.uk You can book complimentary tickets for the events via our Ticketsource page at: ticketsource.co.uk kirkleeslibraries and here are a few of the highlights ... Batley Poets: Open Mic night Join Batley Poets for a special open mic poetry event in celebration of South Asian Heritage Month. Friday, July 29 Mirfield Library 7.00 - 8.30pm Book your complimentary tickets via our Ticketsource page at: Batley Poets - Open Mic night . Peter Chand Storytelling Come and join Pete Chand, a Indian British Storyteller who will be recounting his tales of wisdom, love, and the supernatural. Peter Chand has enthralled audiences both near and far with his skilfully told tales. He is one of Europe’s most renowned storytellers and is in constant demand for his powerful, evocative and moving stories from the Indian subcontinent   Tuesday August 2 Heckmondwike Library: 11.00am - 12.00noon Ravensthorpe Library at the Greenwood Centre: 2.00 - 3.00pm Book your complimentary tickets via our Ticketsource page at: Peter Chand Storytelling . Arabic Calligraphy practical workshop and lecture In this very special one-off event, Razwan will lecture on the fascinating Arabic Calligraphy of South Asia, from its beginnings in the Arab world to its movement East. He will also lead a traditional Arabic calligraphy session, using hand mixed ink and hand cut bamboo pens. From beginners to advanced, all levels are welcome, from teen to adult. Saturday, August 6 Huddersfield Library (First floor) 11.30am - 1.30pm Book your complimentary tickets via our Ticketsource page at: Arabic Calligraphy Workshop and Lecture . South Asian Heritage Month eBook collection Browse and download our selection of titles for all ages at: South Asian Heritage Month eBook collection . Big Library Read The Girl in His Shadow by Audrey Blake Big Library Read connects readers around the world with the same book at the same time. Borrow The Girl In His Shadow today through 27 July without any waitlists or holds. The girl of the title is Nora Beady, ward of Dr. Horace Croft, a brilliant and eccentric London surgeon. Nora is intelligent, independent, and possessed of a natural talent for medicine and medical illustration. Dr. Croft has trained her to work as his assistant, but her role must be kept secret; although the book's setting, the mid-19th-century medical field, is in the process of evolving, it still has no role for women, except as nurses. Perfect for reading in groups. Read 'The Girl in His Shadow' or listen to the eAudiobook at: https://kirklees.overdrive.com/ . Overdrive / Libby: Accessibility Features Screen reader support, adjustable playback speed for audiobooks, zoom to magnify, a variety of page and font styles and dark mode are just a few of the accessibility features built-in to the Libby app. There's also an option to turn on dyslexic font in a book. In a book, tap the center of the screen, then . From there, tap OpenDyslexic under "Book Design." Guides to using the accessibility features can be found at: resources.overdrive.com accessibility features or help.libbyapp.com accessibility . Dewsbury Library: Business and Intellectual Property Centre Start-ups, innovators, small businesses or anyone with a business idea can now visit the new Business and Intellectual Property Centre (BIPC) at Dewsbury Library. This service is part of the British Library’s network of over 100 library based BIPCs across England. Support comes from Leeds City Region BIPC and offers access to current market research reports, business information resources and online databases. Find out more about our programme of events, workshops, networking opportunities, one-to-ones and the support available to take your ideas further, at: Kirklees Libraries - Business and Intellectual Property Centre . Business and Intellectual Property eAudio and eBook collection Browse and download titles from our Business and Intellectual Property Centre collection Print books are on the shelves at Dewsbury Library. . Friends of Marsden Library Join historian of English Cricket, Duncan Stone, for a fascinating discussion of the social and cultural machinations of sport, the concept and application of amateurism and who, exactly, gets to define the form, function and meaning of sport. This is history from the bottom up – just the thing for Yorkshire Day. Print copies will be soon be on our shelves and the eBook is available at: kirklees.overdrive.com Different Class Book your tickets via eventbrite at: Different Class, the Untold Story of English Cricket   Marsden Yorkshire Day/Friends of Marsden Library and Huddersfield Literature Festival presents an unmissable talk by a powerful and refreshing new voice in nature writing. After a race-hate crime, which left her with panic attacks and anxiety, Anita Sethi longed for wide-open spaces. In an act of resistance and to reclaim her right to belong, she embarked on a journey across the Pennines. I Belong Here: A Journey Along the Backbone of Britain is a beautifully written and truly inspiring account of her journey of reclamation through the natural landscapes of the north, exploring identity, nature, place and belonging. Print copies are on our shelves and the eBook is available at: kirklees.overdrive.com I Belong Here Book your tickets (£7 or £5) via eventbrite at: I Belong Here, A Journey Along the Backbone of Britain Readers' Group collection We've re-launched our Readers' Group collection. Above are some of the recently arrived titles, available to all current and soon-to-be readers groups. Have a look at all the titles available to Readers' Groups by searching the catalogue at: Kirklees Library online catalogue Search 'Full Catalogue', 'All Fields', and leave the search box blank Select 'View All', 'Readers Group' and 'Include' from the 'Format' box on the left hand side Over six hundred titles will then be available for you to choose at your leisure. Too much information? We'll have a leaflet ready soon, but in the meantime, contact us at: readers.group@kirklees.gov.uk . eAudio and eBooks: Meet Libby eAudio and eBooks We have over 29,000 eAudio and eBook titles. Borrow them for free with your Kirklees library card and PIN. View the collection along with details of how to download and use the Libby app via our Overdrive page at: kirklees.overdrive.com     PressReader and the Libby app Our digital magazine and newspaper service can now be accessed from within the Libby app. Select the Pressreader icon from within Libby and follow the on-screen instructions. Digital Magazines and Newspapers Choose from over 7,300 national and international titles to read online or download for offline convenience. Complimentary access with your Kirklees library card and PIN for 30 days before you have to sign in again. Create a collection of favourite titles, search and add new ones. Share articles through email and social media, or save and organize them into categories with labels for quick and easy access. For more details along with details of the text-to-speech and instant translation options, see our PressReader catalogue at: www.pressreader.com kirkleeslibraries.co.uk     kirkleeslibraries.co.uk Join the library, search the catalogue, information on all our events and services along with carefully selected resources for: Creative Adults Creative Children Learning Making Reading Fun Staying Safe Virtual Kirklees Library Wellbeing Keep in touch If you know someone who would like to get the latest news from Kirklees Libraries, feel free to forward this newsletter or let them know they can use the link at the bottow of this page. Send your eBook reviews to socialmedia.lics@kirklees.gov.uk. Recommend titles using the Libby app or use any of the channels below. Stay up to date with Kirklees Libraries using our social media channels: Facebook@kirkleeslibraries          Twitter@KirkleesLibrary Instagram/kirkleeslibraries             Pinterest/kirkleeslibraries Kids into reading too? 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Creative Kirklees Newsletter 19 July 2022   Hi everyone, The weekend saw a fabulous start to the Sangam Festival which is now underway, bringing you a truly fabulous programme of events and activities which are being held online and at indoor and outdoor locations across Kirklees.   Do have a look what this month-long Festival has to offer. If you’re looking for a family day out this weekend, the LBT are hosting ‘Dinosaur World Live’.  Dare to experience the dangers and delights at this roarsome interactive show for all the family! There are some interesting exhibitions currently on show (indoors and outdoors to suit those who want to be in or out of the sun!) and there are number of very appealing workshops coming up that you might want to book on to. We mentioned a couple of weeks ago that tickets to the 2022-23 Kirklees Concert Season, which commences in September, are now on sale.  If you are a regular concert goer you might be interested in the subscription packages that are available for organ, chamber and orchestral concerts which are available to purchase until September and will save you money! Hope you find something to enjoy in our newsletter - have a great week and keep cool whilst you’re being creative!     Events Thu 07 to Fri 22 Jul 2022 (2 weeks) 100 Days of Mini Sketchbooks Exhibition A free exhibition of over 100 handmade, mini sketchbooks, filled by visual artist Jo Blaker between 19/02/22 - 24/05/22 Hosted in Jo Blaker's studio, this event is part of Globe Arts Residents Open Studios event for H...   Wed 27 Jul 2022 Adele Cliff & Mark Simmons Join us for an evening of comedy from Adele Cliff and Mark Simmons as they preview the new shows they will be taking up to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this August. Line up: Adele Cliff "Absolutely charming... ...   Mon 18 to Sun 31 Jul 2022 (2 weeks) Art Exhibition An exhibition of the paintings of Huddersfield artist Glen Williams. There will be a preview on Saturday July 16th, 10.30 - 12.30. All welcome   Mon 25 Jul 2022 Attic Stories - July 2022 Love words? Come along to the monthly night of words, shared spoken and sung, at the Lawrence Batley Theatre! Award-winning poet Rose Condo hosts. Each night features a special guest performance plus open mic - sign u...   Sat 30 Jul 2022 Backstage Tour - July 2022 Step into the limelight in our special backstage theatre tour! You'll take in the stories of our historic building along with having a behind-the-scenes sneak peek, all guided by one of our expert team. After your ...   Wed 27 Jul 2022 Beginners Photography Workshop - West Yorkshire Are you new to photography or have you taken a break from your hobby and would like to get back into it? This workshop has been developed with the sole aim of helping you realise the full potential of your camera. The wo...   Fri 22 to Sun 24 Jul 2022 (3 days) Dinosaur World Live Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family! Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a pre-...   Sat 23 Jul 2022 Intro to: Natural Dyeing Saturday 23rd July 2022 11-4pm Your tutor: Kirstie Williams Explore a range of colours using vegetable and plant dyes such as turmeric, madder, onion skins and logwood on this one day natural dyeing workshop. Duri...   Mon 01 to Thu 18 Aug 2022 (3 weeks) Kids Summer Morning Activities Our Globe kids summer activities are open to all children aged 5+, SEND children are welcome too! We have morning slots this August, 9.30-12.30pm, with juice, biscuits and fresh fruit snacks provided. The theme this ...   Wed 27 Jul to Wed 31 Aug 2022 (1 month) LAB Celebration COME AND JOIN US TO CELEBRATE A FABULOUS YEAR OF LEARNING AND FIND OUT WHAT’S COMING NEXT •FREE FOODAND DRINKS •ARTS ACTIVITIES •STREET THEATRE •MUSIC AND DJs •INFORMATION ON NEW COURSES   Fri 22 Jul 2022 Live Music: Miss D Join us at Summer in the Courtyard this Friday night for incredible live music from Miss D, fresh stone baked pizza, and some great drinks offers. The fun starts at 7pm when our very own resident Drag Queen, Miss D t...   Wed 27 Jul 2022 Macrame Plant Hangers at the Woolly Tap This session we'll be making our own macrame plant hangers from a variety of cords and recycled t-shirts. It's the perfect craft for anyone who's window ledges are overflowing with plants! You'll learn all the macrame kn...   Wed 27 Jul 2022 Macrame Wall Hangings at the Woolly Tap This session we'll be making our own macrame wall hangings from a variety of colourful cotton cords. You'll learn all the macrame knots you'll need to. Make a variety of different designs and you should leave with one...   Sat 25 Jun to Sat 30 Jul 2022 (1 month) Medical Packaging This Summer we are proud to exhibit Medical Packaging, by the fabulous Bini Atkinson! The exhibition opens on the 25th June, and everybody is welcome to come and celebrate the amazing works of Bini. If you can’t join ...   Thu 18 Aug 2022 Romeo and Juliet Chapterhouse Theatre Company are pleased to announce a wonderful new production of Romeo and Juliet as a part of their Summer 2022 tours. This best loved story of star crossed lovers and feuding families shall be perform...   Mon 18 Jul to Wed 17 Aug 2022 (1 month) Sangam Festival 2022 Sangam Festival is a community festival celebrating South Asian arts, culture and heritage. Our aim is to bring people together to enjoy heritage and multi-arts events in a spirit of celebration, positivity and harmony....   Mon 08 Aug 2022 SS '22 - Fused Glass Flower Stakes Join Zoe and create your very own 3d fused glass flowers, which we will fire, slump, and attach to metal Garden stakes. The stakes have a hook on the end, which is perfect for hanging a fused glass lantern on in the u...   Tue 09 Aug 2022 SS '22 - Painting in Gouache with Lindsay Loves to Draw Join the fantastic artist Lindsay Kirby, in this full day workshop, painting on different packaging types in gouache paint! Bring a packed lunch, or visit one of the many cafes in the village, when we break half way t...   Tue 21 Jun to Thu 22 Sep 2022 (3 months) Summer of Love Taking inspiration from the current exhibition Robert Indiana: Sculpture 1958–2018, the programme runs from the summer solstice to the autumn equinox. As well as sparking moments of pure, joyful connection, Summer of Lov...   Mon 10 May 2021 to Wed 10 May 2023 (2 years) The Curious Creative Weekly Writing Club This is an online weekly creative writing club for people of all levels Aim: To provide inspirational prompts to encourage and empower members to nurture their creative writing ideas and bring them to life on the page!...   Sat 16 Jul to Sat 03 Sep 2022 (2 months) Village Art Summer Exhibition 'Village Art is to mount its first Summer Exhibition at Skelmanthorpe Community Library. The exhibition will feature the paintings of Cath Dunn and Helen Robinson and the wood carvings of Errol Beckford, the latter tw...   Fri 22 Jul 2022 War of the Worlds “No one would have believed in the last years of the nineteenth century that this world was being watched keenly and closely by intelligences greater than man’s…” …And fewer would have believed in the first years of ...   Opportunities Mon 25 Jul 2022 Call out for performers in Kirklees! Call out for performers! We’re delighted to be participating in The WHITE LINE Celebration, with our new play ‘Three Pounds in My Pocket’, part of a wider day of events, taking place on Sunday 21 August 2022, 1-4pm at...   Sun 07 Aug 2022 Creative Arts Workshop Leader Full and Part Time, Art Works Positions for individuals with a creative background and caring nature to join the ever expanding team at Art Works. They are looking for individuals that want to use their skills to help adults and young people with lea...   Mon 25 Jul 2022 Interim HR Manager , Opera North Opera North are seeking an HR Manager to provide interim cover to maintain and enhance Opera North’s human resources by planning, implementing and evaluating employee relations and human resources policies and practices....   Sun 07 Aug 2022 Learning Programme Assistant, Yorkshire Sculpture Park Programme Assistant 12 month fixed term contract, with aspiration to make permanent Full or Part time positions considered. They are open to applicants who can work 3, 4 or 5 days a week with some weekends Salar...   News Tue 19 Jul 2022 Callaloo Lost Creatures Mas found at Vibe Alive - 16th July 2022 Callaloo Carnival Arts’ ‘Lost Creatures’ Tour continued on Saturday 16th July, with an appearance at Vibe Alive - a free, family-friendly Caribbean-themed event at Greenhead Park. The Vibe Alive event was organised by Hu...   Tue 19 Jul 2022 Tour update: Barking & Dagenham Carnival 9th July 2022 Our Lost Creatures Carnival Tour went national on 9th July 2022, when we participated in Barking & Dagenham Carnival, at Barking Town Square. The welcome was warm, the sun was even warmer: Carnival costumes glittered and...   Videos James Greene Live DJ set on Castle Hill, Huddersfield A very special DJ Set from the top of Castle Hill in Huddersfield. The hill stands over 4000 years old and the castle over 120. This is the first music performance to be allowed at the very top of the tower. The DJ s...   With so much to see and do, there is something for everyone at Alnwick Castle! Summer 2022 Highlights     WAND MAKING 23rd - 27th July Using traditional woodcarving tools and techniques, you can marvel as pieces of wood from native English trees are transformed into wands, each with their own unique design. Find out more     JESTING WITH ZOOTED 30th July - 3rd August Medieval mischief and wondrous circus tricks which are bound to have you laughing, cheering and even weeing (don’t worry, it’s just a sound effect you’ll be making during the show!) Find out more     HISTORICAL SIEGE 6th - 10th August Do you have what it takes to siege our heavily fortified castle? Learn how to successfully storm Northumberland's finest fortress with a variety of historical artillery at your disposal! Find out more     KNIGHT SCHOOL 6th August - 10th August Young squires will travel back in time to learn about the armour and weapons from medieval times, meet real-life knights, and witness live sword fighting demonstrations. Find out more     OUTDOOR CINEMA 2nd & 3rd September Cinema under the stars with The Luna Cinema returns to Alnwick Castle with “No Time to Die” on Friday, 2nd September and a trip to the magical Triwizard Tournament in “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” on Saturday, 3rd September. Find out more     Visit FREE for a Year!     There are so many exciting things to see and do at Alnwick Castle that you may not be able to see everything in just one visit... so when you pay for the day, you can visit FREE for a year!* *Terms & conditions apply - see our website for details.   Purchase Tickets Now     Copyright © 2022 Alnwick Castle, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Alnwick Castle Alnwick Castle Alnwick, Northumberland NE66 1NQ United Kingdom

SUMMER AT THE PIECE HALL After a phenomenally successful set of gigs for Live at The Piece Hall 2022 we can now reveal the full line-up of events for the rest of the summer with many activities free to attend. The sensational summer programme sees our iconic courtyard play host to two Piece Hall firsts – the Mela and a Roller Disco. Other activities include everything from free art workshops, family fun days and fairground rides (charges apply) – through to a dance music weekender and Pride celebrations, meaning there truly is something for everyone over the coming months.     Sandy Summer Daze makes a return from 23 July – 1 August when our giant courtyard is transformed into a beachfront with traditional attractions to bring a seaside holiday atmosphere to West Yorkshire. We’re celebrating Yorkshire Day with live music and family fun on Sunday 31 July and 1 August when local talent will be performing in the courtyard.  Our much loved Summer Makers Market returns from 5 – 7 August with 36 unique stalls showcasing some of the region’s favourite independent food and drink producers, artisan makers pop-up street food and live music each day.      Between 9 – 16 August we welcome a Roller Rink to the courtyard with two professional skaters to get the novices moving or to help more experienced skaters improve their skills. The Friday and Saturday night will see the rink turned into a Roller Disco!   Advanced booking will be required for all sessions and members of The Piece Hall will have access to a pre-sale on Thursday 21 July between 10am and 8pm. Watch out for the email!  On Friday 19 and Saturday 20 August it's House Weekender time. We are excited to be welcoming back Ellie Sax & Friends and Dale Castell’s Our House to our courtyard.     Saturday 27 August sees another major first for The Piece Hall as it proudly welcomes the organisers of the biggest South Asian music and culture festival in Europe to the courtyard for The Piece Hall Mela. The people behind Sandwell & Birmingham Mela are bringing the sights, sounds and spicy aromas of South Asia to Halifax, including music, dance, arts and crafts and family fun. This free to enter event will also feature some of the biggest names from the UK and overseas entertainment scene. Bank Holiday Monday will be a free day of traditional family fun with music, games and arts and crafts activities. Bringing the summer season to a fabulous climax, we’re thrilled to announce our courtyard will turn rainbow coloured for Calderdale Pride on Saturday 3 September, from 12pm. The 8 hours of amazing entertainment, includes a chart topping pop act, tribute acts and some queens of the drag scene!  In addition to all this – there will regular FREE drop in art and craft workshops throughout the summer led by respected local artists.      READ MORE AND BOOK NOW   Copyright © 2022 The Piece Hall Trust, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: The Piece Hall Trust The Piece Hall Blackledge Halifax, West Yorkshire HX1 1RE United Kingdom

The Doctor is coming     Announced today, the Scottish premiere of the must-see exhibition Doctor Who Worlds of Wonder is coming to the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh from 9 December 2022 to 1 May 2023. Step inside the TARDIS to explore the science behind the global hit television series Doctor Who. Hands-on immersive experiences and interactives will take you on a journey through a TARDIS Tech room into Cosmic Curiosities, Bioscience Frontiers and The Lab. Enter The Monster Vault if you dare and come face to face with some of The Doctor’s most famous foes over the past six decades. Bookings open in the autumn, register on our website to be the first to hear when tickets go on sale.  Presented by Sarner International under license from BBC Studios. Venue supported by players of People’s Postcode Lottery.   READ MORE       Members go free Join today to enjoy priority booking for the exhibition and unlimited free entry to Doctor Who Worlds of Wonder, as well as free entry to our current exhibition Anatomy: A Matter of Death and Life. Members also make great savings with unlimited free entry to the National Museums of Flight and Rural Life, plus so much more.     join today         Our mailing address is: National Museums Scotland Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF Copyright © 2022 National Museums Scotland, All rights reserved.

Performer, Edinburgh Fringe Festival summer arts and culture Scotland's summer festivals are bursting with song and dance... introducing an inspiring mix of indoor and outdoor events, including music, theatre, art and comedy that will set your soul on fire! Uncover events Creative dance east coast experiences Hidden along this rugged coast is a treasure trove of cultural wonders. Discover a rare book collection and which of Scotland's 8 cities is officially the sunniest. Dive in   The Fergusson Gallery, Perth top galleries and artworks These 9 must-see artworks are a feast for the senses. A Golden Head, Pictish stones and a Cat called Oswald are a few of the reasons to stay a bit longer. Explore more West Coast Waters NEW: The Coast that shaped the world! Explore stories Edinburgh Summer Festivals The Mound, Edinburgh 7 huge international festivals Edinburgh is the ultimate festival city, with over three thousand shows and over twenty-five thousand performers. Use our handy guide to find out what’s hot and how to get the best of the festivals this summer. Be inspired Travel Regions Accommodation VisitScotland, 94 Ocean Drive, Edinburgh EH6 6JH VisitScotland Communications VAT No. 945 652106

 

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What's hot in Jersey this summer?  The hottest places to stay, play, eat and drink.   With no less than 24 blissful beaches and bays, a host of fabulous restaurants and more historical sites than you can shake a stick at, it's hard to beat our idyllic island getaway for a summer escape.    And now (as if you needed anymore reasons to visit) we bring you the lowdown on all the hottest new places to stay, play, eat and drink.   Stay.   A fabulous refurb at The Somerville overlooking St. Aubin's Bay, a new Premier Inn in the heart of St. Helier and a friendly neighbourhood bistro with rooms in the picturesque harbour of Gorey, discover the latest places to call home on your island break.  SHAPE  \* MERGEFORMAT   Play.   Whether you're a culture lover, an art aficionado or an enthusiast of the great outdoors, there are so many new things to experience. Marvel at our giant puffin sculptures on the Plémont headland, catch a play in one of our historic castles or explore the hidden world beneath the sea at the new Portelet Snorkel Trail.    SHAPE  \* MERGEFORMAT   Eat and drink.   Jersey's dining scene has exploded with new bars, restaurants and cafes this summer. From French inspired brasseries to trendy, beach-side hangouts and seductive basement bars, you'll be sure to find something that tickles your tastebuds here in Jersey.    SHAPE  \* MERGEFORMAT     Wherever you are in the world, follow us on social for your daily dose of island inspiration...  SHAPE  \* MERGEFORMAT     Visit Jersey 2022 ©

STAY       SPECIAL BREAKS       CARY SPA       DINE       OUT & ABOUT   When the South Devon Coast does Mediterranean vibes! If you are still looking for a last minute holiday in the sun without the stress of travelling then opt for our “little slice of paradise” on the English Riviera! The Inn on the Beach oozes charm, quirkiness and friendliness….the sea views are simply breathtakingly beautiful, the accommodation super comfortable and the food to die for! This summer take time to unwind and breathe in the Mediterranean vibes of the Cary Arms! BOOK YOUR ROOM, BEACH HUT OR SUITE BOOK YOUR COTTAGE       Let’s bring you some vitamin SEA! Watersports vs Spa! Located on the water’s edge of Babbacombe Bay, the Cary Arms is the ideal destination for water lovers! Choose from an afternoon of relaxation on a paddle board, sea kayak or simply a gentle swim soaking up the rays. Alternatively, treat yourself to a spa massage and a couple of hours in our hydrotherapy pool for your upmost wellbeing. VIEW OUR SPA           Surprise…surprise!! Planning a special occasion? then why not treat your loved one to a 2 night break on the coast? All the little touches have been thought out for you, the only thing you have to do is call or email us to book, alternatively you can visit our website. CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS     What's coming up on the English Riviera? During September and October, the English Riviera is showcasing a number of events including: The Agatha Christie Festival (10th - 17th September) , The England’s Seafood Feast (30th September - 9th October 2022) The English Riviera Walking Festival (15th -22nd October 2022) to mention a few… Why not make the most of your Indian Summer combining a day out with our 2 night Stay & Dine experience?       Find out more:  https://www.englishriviera.co.uk/     Condénast Johansens Awards for Excellence 2023 UK & Ireland, Europe & The Mediterranean . Please Vote for us!               COVID SECURE       For further details, please visit our website. To book call us on 01803 327110 or email enquiries@caryarms.co.uk.     Condé Nast Johansens Winner 2021 for “Best for Families” Visit England Awards for Excellence 2020 – Small Hotel of the Year -Silver Award Winner "Readers Award" Hotel 2020 Condé Nast Johansens National Awards for Excellence in UK & Ireland Silver Award in the Small Boutique category at the prestigious national Visit England Awards for Excellence Awards 2020 Chosen as one of “The best hotels in the UK to stay in …” GQ Magazine 2019 “The Cary Arms is sampling the top-end of the Riviera experience…” The Mail on Sunday 2019 “Britain’s Swankiest Beach Huts…” Sunday Times 2016         Forward   Tel:  + 44 (0) 1803 327110  |  www.caryarms.co.uk Cary Arms  & Spa | Babbacombe Beach | Babbacombe South Devon | TQ1 3LX | ENGLAND We hope you're well and enjoying the lovely warm weather at the moment. We are pleased to invite you to explore the Spyway Dinosaur Footprints with us over the Summer - read on for all the details.       Spyway Dinosaur Footprints Walks:   • Wednesday 27th July - 12pm • Saturday 6th August - 12pm & 2pm • Saturday 13th August - 12pm & 2pm • Saturday 20th August - 12pm & 2pm   Join us for these brilliant walks to the Spyway Dinosaur Footprints near Worth Matravers in Purbeck. Meeting at the famous Square & Compass pub, we will take a leisurely stroll along the Priests Way to the site. Here, dinosaur fans of all ages can explore to their hearts' content as we stand in the fossilised footsteps of Jurassic Giants. All walks will be led by one of our expert Jurassic Coast Ambassadors, and they are suitable for buggies and wheelchairs, with well-behaved dogs on leads welcome too. The walk is gentle and takes less than two hours total, finishing up back at the Square & Compass, where there is a parking area just across the road.     Book Here       We’re delighted to partner on these walks with Purbeck Ice Cream, whose award-winning ice cream is made just a stone’s throw from the footprints. Proceeds from Purbeck Ice Cream’s Jurassic Range of flavours go towards providing FREE tickets for children on all our Dinosaur Footprints Walks. Tickets for Adults are £6 per person.   Book Here     Something for the weekend...   Join our Ambassador Tony Lambert for a leisurely Summer walk this Sunday 24 July in Branscombe, East Devon.  Meeting at Branscombe Village Hall at 10.30am, the walk will take in the village's historic Mill, along with a Jurassic Coast chat on the beach.  This is a pay-by-donation event, with contributions split between Jurassic Coast Trust and National Trust. See all the details here.   Branscombe Beach. © Rebecca Johnson     Thank you for your interest in the Jurassic Coast, and we look forward to writing to you again soon. Enjoy the rest of your Summer. Best wishes The Jurassic Coast Trust team   Copyright © 2022 Jurassic Coast Trust, All rights reserved. . Our mailing address is: The Jurassic Coast Trust Brooklands Farm, Forston Dorchester, DT2 7AA     Invitation - please share We are delighted to invite women to join a special event in Brent, West London as part of the artistic cultural programme celebrating the UEFA Women's EURO 2022 football championship. On Harlesden’s much loved community football pitch, all women are invited to dance to celebrate our past, present and future. Friday 29 July, 6-9pm Created in collaboration with with community activators, truth keepers, visionaries, and innovators to create a space for Womxn to get together in great company and dance, rain or shine. Celebration, great food and music from London's finest revival reggae DJ Texas Ranger playing all genres of vintage Black music from the 50s, 60s, 70s & beyond and performance created by Brent based Sujata Banerjee Dance Company. Tickets are free - booking in advance is essential     Book free tickets Address The Pavillion, Jason Robert Foundation, Stonebridge Recreation Ground, Hillside, London, NW10 8LW       Access and what to bring Accessible toilets on site Drinking water and some light food will be provided. Bring friends, neighbours or community groups or just bring yourself. Please contact us directly to discuss how can support you or your group to access the event     About   Stadium for the Future is a project by Idle Women co-created with Zerritha Brown, Jemima Sam-Russel, Diane Shrouder Johnson, Sujata Banjeree, Brent Council and  Canal & River Trust as part of the arts and heritage programme celebrating the UEFA Women’s EURO 2022. The programme is made possible thanks to National Lottery Players with funding through Arts Council England.      Join us for our final dance     Photos from left to right: DJ Texas Ranger in Hounslow, Dancers in Hounslow, DJ Ayebaitari of Queer Rave Sound System dancing in Milton Keynes photos by Jessie Leong, Women dancing in Wigan, photo by Claire Griffiths.   The arts and heritage programme for the UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 will feature a line-up of arts, heritage projects and musical events that celebrate and explore the rich history of the women’s game. Stadium for the Future is one of several new commissions by women artists which will be presented throughout the programme including an immersive artwork for all ages by visual artist Emma Smith; a new anthem by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra led by celebrated conductor Shirley Thompson OBE; and a new creative resource for libraries by interdisciplinary artist Deborah Goatley-Birch.   Idle Women is an arts, environment and social justice collaboration that creates spaces with women that can't be cut, closed or taken away. Facebook Instagram Twitter idlewomen.org   Copyright © 2022 Idle Women All rights reserved

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Hertfordshire hideaway Whether you're seeking adventure, indulgence, pampering or just a little bit of 'you' time, look no further than Champneys Tring. Our experts and beautiful surroundings provide the perfect environment to take a break from reality. Join us for 1, 2 or 3 nights and enjoy up to 50% off your spa break. TRING SPA BREAKS FROM £169PP   Lakeside living From taking a dip in the outdoor pool and rowing around the lake to enjoying a stroll through the countryside grounds, a staycation at Forest Mere promises to be full of memory-making moments. Don't miss out, we have just added more availability in our summer sale. Blink and you'll miss it. FOREST MERE SPA BREAKS FROM £233PP

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