Things to do this weekend in Leeds, Bradford, Huddersfield, Wakefield, Halifax, London, Scotland, Ireland and more

Back on the weekly blog post with ideas of things to do this weekend in Leeds, Bradford, Huddersfield, Wakefield, Halifax, London, Scotland, Ireland and more:

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🎓Celebrate Graduation in Leeds🎓 Graduates, hold on to your caps, it’s time to celebrate in style at one of Leeds’ finest eateries. You’ve finally made it, the hard work is done, which is why we’ve made it as easy as possible to find the perfect spot to mark the occasion.   Con-GRAD-ulations to the Class of 2023!

A Toast to your Success with Complimentary Fizz or Cocktails     Celebrate your graduation at Three’s a Crowd. Renowned for seasonal quality food, discerning drinks list, and extensive wine selection, it is the perfect destination to commemorate the occasion. To make your graduation celebration even more memorable, guests who book a Lunch or Dinner reservation can enjoy a complimentary glass of fizz for each guest. New to Leeds, Cut & Craft is the perfect all-rounder, serving up a selection of signature steak dishes, fresh seafood, world-class cocktails and more! And best of all, all graduates who celebrate their special day at Cut & Craft will receive a complimentary special cocktail when showing off their certificate!      Celebrate your hard work and achievements at Iberica Leeds. To elevate your experience, Iberica Leeds is offering a complimentary cava reception for all graduation parties. Treat yourself and your guests to a sparkling cava reception, followed by an exquisite feast showcasing the finest Spanish culinary delights.  Experience the vibrant flavours of India at Tharavadu. As a special congratulations to all graduates, Tharavadu are offering each graduate a glass of prosecco or choice between two signature beverages: the Kerala Sunset or the refreshing mocktail called Pranaya Rasam, a blend of zesty lime and succulent strawberry. Quote the code ‘Graduate23’ on booking.     Stunning Set Menus to Celebrate the Occasion     Raise a glass to the class of 2023 at Tattu Leeds. Celebrate with a brand new £28 per person Moon Stand Lunch menu alongside a complimentary Good Fortune cocktail for each graduate dining until the end of July. It’s nearly time to pop the sparkling and celebrate the graduation milestone at Harvey Nichols Fourth Floor Brasserie. Enjoy their Summer Dining menu, with three courses and your choice of either Pelorus NV or Pelorus Rosé NV for £30 per person. Plus, each graduate that dines will receive a complimentary half bottle of Harvey Nichols Prosecco to take home as a gift. Table of six? Upgrade to a full bottle!     Celebrate your graduation at Canal Club and indulge in their exclusive ConGRADulations Menu, where you can enjoy a selection of three small plates for £20. What’s more, when you visit, you’ll receive a complimentary round of Prosecco to toast your achievements!  Celebrate your graduation and mark the occasion with your loved ones at Fazenda Rodizio Bar and Grill. Indulge in the finest grilled meats accompanied by a sumptuous selection of Argentinian and Brazilian hot sides served directly at your table upon request.      Mixing it up with Amazing Alcohol Deals     What’s a better way to celebrate your graduation than with Champagne at the highest rooftop bar in Leeds? Join Sky Lounge Leeds in July and mark your achievements with a bottle of Moët & Chandon Champagne for only £75 (and save £15)!  Celebrate your graduation in Fleur Restaurant and Bar, Leeds’ most Instagrammable spot with their 2-for-1 cocktail offer, available on two classic cocktails or spritz, for only £9.95. Line your stomach with one of Fleur’s delicious menu options. Masterchef Finalist and Great British Menu famed consultant Bobby Geetha has expertly crafted a menu that includes Avocado, Smoked Salmon and Caviar Toast, Butter Tossed Gnocchi & Mushroom, Rum Baba and much more!     ConGRADulations to the class of 2023!     Want to keep up to date with all the Eat Leeds information? Make sure you follow us on our socials as we post about current foodie news, deals and offers, as well as exciting Eat Leeds events!         Copyright © 2023 Eat Leeds, All rights reserved. Eat Leeds promotes restaurants, pubs and bars in Leeds, West Yorkshire. Our mailing address is: Eat Leeds Unit 9 Acorn Business Park Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS14 6UF United Kingdom Book early for the best prices       Secure your tickets now for the best prices...   We're counting down the days until our next season begins. Will you choose Verdi's toe-tappingly brilliant comedy Falstaff or our extraordinary eco-entertainment Masque of Might as part of our Green Season? Discover the beautiful music of Mozart's Così fan tutte or enjoy an intimate production of Albert Herring in the round... tickets from £16!       See anything you like?     Falstaff Verdi 28 Sep – 18 Nov 2023   Join Shakespeare's beloved rogue in this irreverent comedy that will have you rolling with laughter. Falstaff may be down on his luck, but he still thinks he's the most charming man in Windsor.   Masque of Might Purcell 6 Oct – 16 Nov 2023   Don’t miss the world premiere of a witty new recycled opera. Brace yourself as a powerful climate-denying ruler unleashes chaos on the planet. Then an eco-warrior appears to save the day... but can nature fight back?     La rondine Puccini 20 Oct – 17 Nov 2023   Immerse yourself in the romance, decadence, and glamour of 1930s Paris and the Riviera. Magda, mistress of a wealthy banker, risks it all as she embarks on a journey of true love with the passionate Ruggero. Will love win out in this elegant rom-com?   Albert Herring Britten 12 Jan – 2 Mar 2024   Experience intimate opera in the round as Giles Havergal brings to life  Britten's delightful, witty and quintessentially English comedy. Starring Dame Josephine Barstow. Tickets selling fast, best availability on 29 Feb and 2 Mar.     Così fan tutte Mozart 2 Feb – 6 Apr 2024   Head to the ‘School for Lovers’ in Tim Albery’s glamorous 18th century-inspired production. It all starts with a casual wager, but misunderstandings are everywhere in this comic game of love and chance.   Cavalleria rusticana / Aleko Mascagni / Rachmaninov 15 Feb – 22 Mar 2024   Enjoy twice the thrill as Karolina Sofulak directs a double bill of the ever-popular Cavalleria rusticana and the rarely-heard Aleko. In both gritty blood-soaked dramas, jealous love triangles plummet to violent ends.         New to opera? Get fantastic seats and a goodie bag for just £20 when you sign up to our free Try it ON scheme!   All productions will feature English titles and selected performances will be audio described or sign-interpreted. Plus, we will host a relaxed performance of Falstaff.   Under 30 or a full-time student? Your tickets are just £10 when you sign up to our Under 30 membership. Aged 16-20? Your tickets are FREE in Leeds!   Opera North Ltd.  Howard Opera Centre 8 Harrison Street Leeds LS1 6PA Box Office: 0113 223 3600 Registered Charity No. 511726 © Opera North 2023     Pop, parties and powerful experiences       Whether it's dancing to al fresco pop classics, grabbing a drink at our bar or discovering some award-winning operas, we're putting a spotlight on six activities that are sure to brighten up your summer...     1. Dance the night away »   This July, the Orchestra of Opera North accompanies Utah Saints, Nik Kershaw, Go West and more pop legends for two unmissable nights of anthems in Leeds' Millennium Square.     2. Grab a drink at Kino »   Sit back, relax and enjoy a refreshment at our bar on New Briggate in Leeds. You'll find a fantastic range of drinks on our menu from local suppliers including North Star Coffee and Kirkstall Brewery.     3. Re-discover award-winning Orpheus »   Watch Ashnaa Sasikaran and Nicholas Watts performing 'Aapki Khushi' from Orpheus, which won the Outstanding Achievement in Opera award in the 2022 Critics' Circle Music Awards.     4. Experience the future of Afro sounds »   Don't miss Zimbabwean six-piece Mokoomba's infectious blend of Afro-funk and traditional Luvale music, coming to the Howard Assembly Room for one night only, on Wed 26 Jul.     5. Hear our Children's Chorus »   The Opera North Children's Chorus performs award-winning composer Rachel Portman's environmentally-themed The Water Diviner's Tale at the Howard Assembly Room on Sat 8 Jul.     6. Celebrate a new arts festival »   From Postcode Parties to Lark in the Park, find out about our  series of events co-hosted and created by, and for, residents of Richmond Hill in Leeds.   Opera North Ltd.  Howard Opera Centre 8 Harrison Street Leeds LS1 6PA Box Office: 0113 223 3600 Registered Charity No. 511726 © Opera North 2023       Mik Artistik @ Seven All weekend, we've Pop-up – Braizin Squad serving low & slow braising, roasting, and fire cooking. Inspired dishes from a trio of very talented chefs. They bring unusual tastes to the table to delight and challenge your palate. Veggie options available. Friday 7th July 5-8, Saturday 8th July 12-8 and Sunday 9th July 12-5. Where the event is ticketed, tickets are available at TicketSource via www.sevenleeds.co.uk  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 © 2023 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

Hi, We're closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday for the next 2 weeks to get some essential work done, fear not though, you can still get your Domino fix on the weekends. On Friday we've got the brilliant Pat Fulgoni's Blues experience followed by Edinburgh's seriously Funky viral sensations High Fade. On Saturday we kick things off with the soulful Brothers on the Slide followed by the cream of the Leeds Funk Jazz and Groove scene, The Domino House Band. News of this week's Domino winner, our wonderful gm's big win, a delicious cost price Sotol and your reminder to check your email are all below. The Domino Team   NEWS   It's always a reason to celebrate when we drop our new cocktail menu and our latest one is no exception, we'd love to show you what we've been working on. You'll receive a redeemable code today and every Tuesday for the next 10 weeks, show the code to one of our amazing bar staff and you get this week's cocktail for free. Keep your eyes peeled for a separate email containing your redeemable code!     We want to congratulate our manager Lottie on winning the title of Crystal Head Startender of the year 2023 last week. We're excited to see you represent The Domino Club later this year at the Athens bar show.      2023 DOMINO WEEKLY GIVEAWAY   Every week, one reader from our mailing list gets a limited-edition, engraved 2023 Domino which gets you free entry on paid nights, a welcome cocktail with every visit to the club and a queue jump with one friend.   This week's winner is…Jeremy Ambrose We'll be in touch via email.   THIS WEEK'S BREAK-EVEN LIQUID   La Higuera Sotol Sotol is Northern Mexico's version of Mezcal. The Sotol plant or Dasylirion comes from a compound of the Greek words for “dense” and “lily”. This evergreen plant grows in the deserts and is used in the northern states of Mexico to produce a distilled beverage known as Sotol. There are around twenty species of plants used to make Sotol with Wheeleri being the most ubiquitous. Wheeleri is also the local varietal near to Gerardo Ruelas’ distillery near the town of Aldama and produces a spirit with an earthy, vegetal character but with a rounded sweetness on the palate. Our Price £3.54 Usual Price £15.07   THIS WEEK LIVE AT THE DOMINO     SATURDAY - FUNK & GROOVE   8:30pm - 11:00pm Brothers on the Slide  Brothers on the Slide are one of Leeds top Funk + Soul bands. They specialize in putting their own spin on classic songs from artists such as The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin and The Four Tops to name a few.   11:45pm - 2am  The Domino House Band   Featuring an all-star cast from Leeds thriving Jazz-Soul and Funk scene. It's always a top night when the House Band take the reins.     Facebook Instagram Website Email       The Domino Club, The Grand Arcade, Leeds (map)

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Private Hire Masterclass Brunch Buy a gift   Escape To Little Havana Thinking of saying adiós to your regular life and escaping to paradise? We’ve got you amigos.     Our summer specials menu Escape to Little Havana has touched down in all our bars, ready to whisk you away to Miami’s Cuban oasis.     Including 10 delicious new drinks featuring Havana Club, Malfy Gin, Malibu, Absolut and more, we’ve got your new summer favourite.   For all the amigos...   This is the summer of fiesta and friendship (you heard it here first). Our NEW Sangria de Cuba is the perfect choice for spreading Cuban kindness and sharing with your best amigos.    So, what are you waiting for?   All specials are here from 4th July - 4th September AND available on Happy Hour!*   Pack your bags and escape to Little Havana!  *Happy Days in Scotland. Happy Hour offering does not apply to Sangria de Cuba jugs or Castillo de Ibiza. Copyright © 2023 Revolution Bars Group, All rights reserved. 21 Old St, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Lancs, OL6 6LA

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Hi, There's over 30 free concerts to choose from as part of the Summer Bands in Leeds Parks series, so why not take your loved ones to discover music al fresco in a green space near you. Concerts take place every Sunday from 2.30pm, simply turn up and enjoy the music! Manchester Collective have just announced their 2023/24 season and we're excited to welcome them back to the Howard Assembly Room this autumn and winter. They present two incredible programmes featuring sonic landscapes of really old and really new music. Read on to find out more. See you at a concert soon,  Leeds International Concert Season   View all events   Summer Bands in Leeds Parks Concerts this month include Barnsley Concert Band, BD1 Brass, Garforth Jubilee Band, Diggle Band, Salsa Como Loco, and the Chris White Jazz Trio. July's music is across the city, from Golden Acre Park and Burley Park to Pudsey Park, Lotherton Hall Estate and Dartmouth Park, Morley. Sundays from 2.30pm, free admission simply turn up and enjoy the music! In Leeds' parks and green spaces   Find out more   Manchester Collective: LAD Ambient drone music meets baroque masterpiece… Evoking the haze and heady atmosphere of underground clubs, violinist Rakhi Singh and guitarist Alan Keary (aka Shunya) come together to venture into unknown sound worlds. Expect a collision of genres in this eclectic set by JS Bach, Steve Reich, and Julia Wolfe, plus music by by Hildegard von Bingen, Rakhi Singh, and Alan Keary. Thu 19 October, 7.45pm Howard Assembly Room   Book LAD   Manchester Collective: The End of Time This is chamber music at its most dramatic and unfiltered. Olivier Messiaen’s transcendental Quartet for the End of Time was written in 1941, while the composer was interned at a Nazi prisoner of war camp. It was premiered by fellow inmates to an audience of about 400 prisoners and guards, outside, in the rain. If you’re familiar with this work, you know what all the fuss is about. If it’s your first time – you’ve got a hell of a ride ahead of you. Wed 6 December, 7.45pm Howard Assembly Room   Book The End of Time   Brilliant brass bands coming later this year     Leeds Best of Brass 2023/24 Some of the world’s most successful brass bands appear in the Leeds Best of Brass 2023/24 series at the historic, Grade II listed Morley Town Hall.  October 2023 - May 2024 Morley Town Hall   Brass music this way   The 2023 Lord Mayor's Carol Concerts It's never too early to think about Christmas! Rothwell Temperance Band and Leeds Philharmonic Chorus join forces for the festive annual carol concerts.  After the concert there will be a collection for the Lord Mayor’s Charity Appeal which this year is the Women’s Counselling and Therapy Service. Councillor Al Garthwaite is the 129th person to hold the Office of Lord Mayor of Leeds. Thu 14 December, 6.30pm & 8.30pm Leeds Minster   Book Lord Mayor's   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 Leeds Town Hall's refurbishment       Leeds International Concert Season is part of Leeds Ticket Hub, the city's cultural ticket office: Leeds Ticket Hub, Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 3AD.

 

 

Leeds Libraries Newsletter - July 2023 Welcome This month, we've got creative projects, book recommendations, children's activities and more to let you know about. Read on! If you're not already, make sure you're following us on social media to get the latest news and see what we're up to. You can also check out our What's On in Leeds Libraries page on Leeds Inspired for more details.   Ask For A Book Looking for a good read? Not sure where to start?  Ask for a Book is our new online personalised book recommendation service offering reading suggestions which can be collected from Leeds Central Library. Choose a cover or theme based on a collection displayed on the screen and our dedicated Book Picker will select a recommendation for you!  Get started now: askforabook.com   Art Doctors For two weeks only the Art Doctors will be taking up residence in Leeds. They’ll be prescribing silly and fun things for you to do which will help you explore how to get started on something creative, overcome any fears, find inspiration in the everyday, and have bit of a giggle.  Come to Kirkgate Market anytime between 10am and 4pm from Wednesday 19th to Saturday 22nd, or Wednesday 26th to Sat 29th July, where you can meet the Art Doctors and try something a bit different.  And, just in case you were wondering, you really don’t need to be able to draw, paint, dance, write or play music… this is for everyone. Through these events the Art Doctors are testing activities that will be available in local libraries across Leeds, Wakefield and Kirklees from September. These have been designed with librarians and will be available for you to pick up and have a go at, inspiring you to be more creatively confident and to build deeper connections with your local library and community.  The project is funded by Arts Council England and supported by Leeds, Wakefield and Kirklees Libraries, and Leeds Beckett University.  Summer Reading Challenge We're really looking forward to this year's Summer Reading Challenge, which begins on Saturday 8 July! The theme is "Ready, Set, Read!" aiming to keep children's minds and bodies active over the summer break. Children can read anything they like – stories, poetry, fact books, graphic novels or listen to audiobooks – it’s up to them! Physical or digital books can be borrowed from the library. We recommend reading at least six books over the summer, and there's a reward for each one read. After reading their sixth book, the challenge is completed and children will be awarded a certificate and medal. Sign up for our children and families newsletter to find out more: Children & Families Free online sessions for Health Information Week 3rd-9th July The following two talks are particularly aimed at:- health and care staff academic colleagues public library colleagues anyone with an interest in health and wellbeing The Health & Wellbeing Offer in Leeds (Public) Libraries Wednesday 5th July 12 noon – 1 pm, online Leeds Libraries has an important role to play in supporting health literacy, tackling health inequalities and promoting health and wellbeing for all. Public libraries have an extensive reach into local communities with free, open and welcoming spaces, friendly, helpful staff and services and tailored programmes of activity. Book your free place here What is Social Prescribing and why is it important? Friday 7th July, 12 noon – 12.40 pm, online A comprehensive overview of the emerging concept of social prescribing. Linking Leeds, the social prescribing provider in Leeds, will provide an in-depth analysis of the concept, its importance and relevance in today's healthcare system. The presentation will cover various aspects of social prescribing, including its definition, history, and the role of social prescribing in promoting physical and mental health. Book your free place here Book highlights for July...   A beguiling mix of the personal and the political runs through this excellent memoir from writer and critic Catherine Taylor about growing up as a woman in Britain through the 70s and 80s. There are some great anecdotes in here and some brilliant social history too – it’s worth reading for the chapter on 1984 alone.     James Clarke is a writer who everyone should have on their radar following his Betty Trask Award-winning novel about the Miner’s Strike, The Litten Path, and his dazzling short stories set The Hollow In the Land. This is a novel set in the 60s about a disaffected man searching for his lost father who finds a lot more than he bargained for when he meets a famous TV personality, then things take a turn for the psychedelic……     A stirring and evocative book about the human desire for solitude across the ages that effortlessly blends nature writing, history and memoir with a journalist's eye for detail and a poet’s clarity of vision.   Find out more Did you know we have 3 other newsletters, where you can find out more about family friendly activities, local history and books and reading? Sign up here: Children & Families Local & Family History  Readers Groups Thank you for reading our latest newsletter. We look forward to welcoming you soon - get in touch or find your local library Leeds City Council

 

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Harewood What's on in July     Dig out your checked blankets and wicker baskets!   Sat 8 + Sun 9 Jul   Alongside our Leeds 2023 event 70x7: The Meal on the Terrace (for invited guests only), all our Members and visitors can enjoy a garden party atmosphere all over Harewood!   + Luigi's Italian Street Food + Annabel’s Deliciously British Strawberry Stand + Taco Bar by the Harewood Food + Drink Project + Demos by Sandy Docherty, Great British Bake Off star + Brass band performances + Family craft activities     Garden Party Weekend >>       Jump back into the past with Medieval Harewood!   Thu 27–Sun 30 Jul   Join us for a weekend full of medieval-themed activities paired with fantastic food and drink, it’s certainly the perfect combination for family fun! Get stuck in with brand new Have-a-go Archaeology workshops, witness live combat demonstrations, and unleash your creativity with self-guided sculpture play and medieval craft.      Medieval Harewood >>       The Gawthorpe Ring    Take home a symbol of love from Harewood, lovingly recreated by jeweller Bear Brooksbank.   Gawthorpe Hall,  the original medieval manor at Harewood, was demolished in 1773 following the completion of Harewood House, Many treasures remained hidden until archaeological excavations took place in the summers of 2011 & 2012. The Gawthorpe Ring was a particularly intriguing find – though we will never know who wore it, it's clearly a token of love between Yorkshire folk of the past.   The unique design has been lovingly recreated by Bear Brooksbank in 18ct yellow gold and sterling silver, and is available to purchase at the Courtyard Shop or online.   The Gawthorpe Ring >>       Have-a-go Archaeology  Thu 27–Sun 30 Jul   Unearth history together! Explore the remains of Gawthorpe Hall, the original manor house at Harewood with this hands-on children’s workshop. Perfect for curious minds of ages 5+. £5 per child, accompanying adults go free. Day ticket or Membership required.   Archaeology >>   BBQ + Bar Sat 29 + Sun 30 Jul    Stop by the Courtyard for a delicious barbeque filled with Harewood favourites, why not savour the flavours while sipping on refreshing draught beers?       Summer holidays are almost here...   ... and we've got lots of brand new activities to fill up those six weeks!   Check back next week for all the details and an exciting new ticket offer for the holidays.   Remember that Membership gives great value visits while supporting the work of Harewood House Trust – it pays for itself within three visits! Find out more at harewood.org/members.     Thank you for your support of Harewood House Trust – without your tickets, visits and donations we wouldn't be able to stay open for everyone to enjoy.   Harewood House Trust, Harewood Leeds, West Yorkshire LS17 9LG Registered charity in England no 517753

What's On / July 2023   July Newsletter   Hello  If you're looking to try something new, catch the show all the critics are talking about, JULIE: The Musical (Wed 12 - Fri 14 Jul), described by The Stage as a “colourful musical packed with laughs and a big heart". Or come and be inspired by Leeds local, Barber B in A Play of Sorts (Fri 21 July). For little ones, Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's The Snail and the Whale (Sat 22 - Mon 24 Jul) sails into the Carriageworks Theatre, followed by a celebration for the whole family with Sarah and Duck's Big Top Birthday (Sun 30 Jul). Keep scrolling to find out more and about events happening across the city. Many Thanks,   Carriageworks Theatre Team   What's On: July   The Moonstone Wed 5 - Sat 8 July Hinging on the theft of an enormous diamond from an Indian shrine, this riveting drama features a deadly curse, the innovative Sergeant Cuff, the hilarious house steward Gabriel Betteredge, a lovesick housemaid and a mysterious band of Indian jugglers. Wilkie Collins' spellbinding tale of romance, theft and murder inspired a hugely popular genre - the detective series.   Book for The Moonstone JULIE: The Musical Wed 12 - Fri 14 July Worshipped opera singer…Renowned swordswoman…Flaming bisexual. JULIE: The Musical is a brand new musical telling the life and adventures of historical LGBTQ+ icon Julie D’Aubigny. Featuring live music, comedy, tap dancing sword fights, twerking nuns, kazoo choruses, JULIE: The Musical celebrates this extraordinary life, queerness and carving a place for yourself in a world not built for you.   Book for JULIE: The Musical   Barber B: A Play of Sorts Fri 21 July With tales from his youth in Chapeltown, Brian Swarray AKA Barber B shares some of the heartfelt moments and challenges that have shaped his 30-year career. Even now, diagnosed with a brain tumour, Barber B keeps growing like the hair he cuts. Get ready for something tender, unique and hilarious!   Book for A Play of Sorts The Snail and the Whale Sat 22 - Mon 24 July A play with music inspired by the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Join an adventurous young girl and her seafaring father as they reimagine the story of a tiny snail’s incredible trip around the world.   Book for The Snail and the Whale   Sarah and Duck Sun 30 July Join Sarah and her best friend Duck as they plan the ultimate circus soiree to help Scarf Lady celebrate her birthday. With entertainment lined up from a whole host of your favourite friends, including The Ribbon Sisters, The Shallots, Flamingo & John and Umbrella, the party is ready to go!   Book for Sarah and Duck   From Our Friends Across Leeds   Summer Series Millennium Square’s Summer Series returns to Leeds city centre from next week with 16 open-air gigs from world-renowned and emerging acts. Spanning 4 weeks from Thu 6 July until Sat 5 August, this annual concert series showcases an eclectic programme of events, catering for every musical taste. With some gigs already sold out, make sure you secure your tickets now!   More info about Summer Series Child Friendly Leeds Live The biggest children’s festival in Yorkshire returns to Millennium Square this Summer. Join Breeze for a fantastic day out on Wed 2 Aug to celebrate National Play Day. Featuring popular children’s characters, performers, music and entertainment, plus family rave mayhem, fun, games, audience participation and some fantastic activities.   More info about Child Friendly Leeds Live   The Secret Garden Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents The Secret Garden at Lotherton Hall on Sat 5 Aug. Join young Mary Lennox on a journey of discovery as she is sent to her uncle’s house in the countryside, where mysteries and secrets lurk round every corner. As she makes new friends and encounters magical creatures, Mary has one burning question: where is her uncle’s secret garden, and where has he hidden the key?    More info about The Secret Garden Hey Duggee Squirrels get ready! Everyone’s big lovable dog Hey Duggee is touring for the first time ever and here’s your chance to see him at the Leeds Grand Theatre Wed 19 – Sat 22 July. Be part of the hit CBeebies show and join Duggee and the Squirrels in this new vibrant interactive production bursting with music, puppets and barrels of laughs along the way.   More info about Hey Duggee   FOLLOW US         CARRIAGEWORKS THEATRE   Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LS2 3AD  0113 376 0318 | tickets@leeds.gov.uk www.carriageworkstheatre.co.uk     Carriageworks Theatre is part of Leeds Ticket Hub, the city's cultural ticket office: Leeds Ticket Hub, Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 3AD.

 

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New Poetry Open-Mic and Creative Journaling New Bradford Poetry Open-Mic Night News......... 12th of July 7pm in City Library Get your tickets here to our NEW poetry open mic night open for everyone over 16 to attend. You asked for it so here it is..... Have you always wanted to share your words? Whether you've shared your poetry before or you're completely new to reading aloud all are welcome to attend  our supportive, enriching in-person poetry/ story-sharing space. Read, share or just listen Tickets here - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bradford-poetry-open-mic-tickets   Creative Journaling Keighley Library Saturday 22nd July 2pm - 4pm New members are warmly welcome to join our Creative Journaling Club with the Create Connect Make project. Creative journaling can help spark your creativity, unwind and connect with yourself, your life, and the world around you. Keeping a journal is a great way of discovering (or rediscovering) who you are and what’s important to you.  This club is a space to find out more, have a go, and share inspiration with others in a friendly group. No previous experience is necessary! Materials are provided. Open to all adults and accompanied children 12 +. Find out more here -  https://www.createconnectmake.co.uk/449852843 Book your place by emailing createconnectmake@gmail.com Free but booking essential.   Tariq Mehmood Book Launch “Hand on the Sun” by Tariq Mehmood:  A Pre-story of the Bradford 12 – Republished 40 years on. Tuesday 11th July 2023 at Theatre in the Mill, University of Bradford, 6pm to 10pm. We are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated book re- launch of "Hand on the Sun" by activist and author, Tariq Mehmood. This book takes readers on a journey, exploring the resilience of South Asian migrants coming to post war Britain and set against the backdrop of the racist violence they faced, friends and community they made. At this launch the audience will have the opportunity to engage with Tariq Mehmood in a discussion about his ideas, characters and themes in "Hand on the Sun". The author's insights will provide a deeper understanding of the human condition as well as recent history, which is still relevant today. The book re-launch event for "Hand on the Sun" will take place on Tuesday 11th July 2023 at Theatre in the Mill, University of Bradford, 6pm to 10pm. First 50 guests will receive free signed copies of the book. There will be an opportunity to hear selected pages of the book read out loud and discussed, followed by free food and conversation with friends and family. This event promises to be a celebration of literature, fostering a sense of community through sharing memories. Book your place here - Book Launch by Tariq Mehmood Tickets, | Eventbrite

 

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What's on at Pictureville Tickets for our screenings of Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer on 70mm are now on sale. The film follows the story of American scientist J. Robert Oppenheimer and his role in the development of the atomic bomb. Plus, we're hosting the second screening of the Science Fiction Double Feature programme with Ghost in the Shell and the Matrix showing back-to-back on Saturday.   Love cinema? Don’t forget that you can receive free and discounted cinema tickets, plus money off in our bar and shop by becoming a Pictureville member.     OPPENHEIMER (15) 70mm Screening 11 – 17 August Written and directed by Christopher Nolan, Oppenheimer is an epic thriller that thrusts audiences into the pulse-pounding paradox of the enigmatic man who must risk destroying the world in order to save it. The film stars Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer and Emily Blunt as his wife, biologist and botanist Katherine “Kitty” Oppenheimer. They are joined by an award-winning cast including Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr, Florence Pugh and more.     Book Now   Screening This Week (7 – 13 July)   Full Weekly Listings   ASTEROID CITY (12A) 7 July – 2 August  Wes Anderson gives sci-fi a makeover with his signature style.   Book Now   SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE (PG) Fri 11.55; Tue 11.15; Wed 12.10; Thu 16.35   Book Now PRETTY RED DRESS (15) Fri 17.30; Sun 12.45; Mon 14.30; Wed 15.15   Book Now   CHEVALIER (12A) Sun 20.05; Tue 17.00   Book Now FULL TIME (12A) Mon 12.00   Book Now   THE EIGHT MOUNTAINS (12A) Thu 11.00   Book Now KIDS' CLUB: THE AMAZING MAURICE (PG) Sat 10.30; Sun 10.30   Book Now     Science Fiction Double Feature   Explore dystopian futures, battle cyborgs and do the Time Warp with our season of iconic sci-fi films, presented as double bills. And, in true retro style, double bill tickets are cheaper—enjoy £2 off each ticket when you book for both films together.    GHOST IN THE SHELL (15) Sat 17.45   Book Now MATRIX (15) Sat 20.00   Book Now     Widescreen Monthly   Discover the magic of widescreen cinema every month at Pictureville. This summer, experience two 1960s classics on the big screen with our School’s Out double bill.   THE GRADUATE (12A) Screening Saturday 30 July   Book Now AMERICAN GRAFFITI (12A) Screening Saturday 30 July   Book Now     Summer Blockbusters   INDIANA JONES AND THE DIAL OF DESTINY (12A) Screening from 14 July The man who made everyone want to be an archaeologist is back.   Book Now   BARBIE (CERT TBC) Screening from 4 August Greta Gerwig's take on the iconic doll. Starring Margot Robbie in the titular role alongside an all-star cast.   Book Now MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE - DEAD RECKONING PART ONE (12A) Screening from 21 July Tom Cruise returns for another high-octane mission.   Book Now     Pictureville is now open seven days a week. Our IMAX and Cubby Broccoli screen are temporarily closed until summer 2024, as part of the National Science and Media Museum's once-in-a-generation transformation.         © National Science and Media Museum 2023 National Science and Media Museum, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1NQ (as part of the Science Museum Group) is an exempt charity under the Second Schedule of the Charities Act of 1960 and is recognised as charitable by HM Revenue and Customs.

 

Exciting new books + local events this month!     It's July already! We hope you're all having lovely summers - even if the sun has temporarily disappeared (anyone else a little pleased we've had some rain for our garden veggies?). Whilst, we're still working behind the scenes planning and plotting for our next festival, some of our lovely authors have been hard at work finalising their next publications and we wanted to share the details with you so you can get your hands on a copy. There are also some exciting events coming up over the next few weeks that we think you'd like, so we hope you enjoy browsing through this little update from us :)    Paul Burston's new memoir We Can Be Heroes is out now! Paul Burston runs the hugely successful Polari Literary Salon which has attended HuddLitFest for over 10 years! The salon gives a platform for LGBTQ+ writers to showcase their work and is always one of our most anticipated events. In June Paul released his new book We Can Be Heroes, a memoir and survivor's story. It has been receiving incredible reviews like the following from Booker Prize winning author Bernardine Evaristo: "a compelling and hugely enjoyable memoir about a fearless life lived to the full" The book can be bought from a number of retailers all listed on his website       Sangam Mela - Sunday 9th July in Greenhead Park Live music, performance, stalls, food and family activities – the Sangam Mela is a major event on the local calendar, celebrating South Asian music, culture and food. The 2022 Sangam Mela offered the local community and those from  further afield the opportunity’ o meet family and friends in a welcoming environment and enjoy the music and entertainment on offer. It attracted 6,700 people to Greenhead Park in Huddersfield as part of the 2022 Sangam Festival and Kirklees Council’s ‘Greenhead Gathering’ weekend. Hosted by Radio Sangam and Communities Together and supported by Kirklees Council, the Mela will return to Greenhead Park on Sunday 9 July 2023 (12 noon – 7pm). For more information on performers and entertainment, follow Sangam Festival on social media and tune into Radio Sangam.     Michael Stewart's new poetry collection: The Dogs   Former Festival Director for HuddLitFest, Michael Stewart has released a brand new collection of poetry called The Dogs - a book about what humans have done to the world and what we have done to ourselves. Specifically, it is a book about ‘Man’s best friends’ – their origin-myths, and their place in the world before they were co-opted into human society and ideas of pure breeding and dysgenics. Michael has released a number of highly acclaimed books including King Crow, Walking the Invisible, and Ill Will: The Untold Story of Heathcliff. The Dogs is available on Bookshop.org as well as other retailers       HERD is coming! 11 - 16 July across Kirklees A genre-defying musical mash-up celebrating Kirklees cultural and industrial heritage. Over six magical days from 11 – 16 July 2023, 23 larger-than-life sheep, unlike any you’ve ever seen or heard before, will be popping up in surprising places across Kirklees. Will you find them? Come see them all together in St George’s Square, Huddersfield, from midday on Sunday 16 July. Stay for the free finale event at 5pm, featuring hundreds of community participants and local musicians. Produced by Artichoke as part of Kirklees Year of Music. Find out more on the Kirklees Year of Music website.     If you have an event or publication that you'd like to be considered for inclusion in one of our monthly 'update' emails (only from June-September), please do get in touch at marketing@huddlitfest.org.uk  We'll be back again next month :) Your award-winning Huddersfield Literature Festival Team       Make a difference in your community You can support Huddersfield Literature Festival through Local giving. Any donation big or small helps to ensure the Festival can keep running and bring culture and subsidised events to the town. https://localgiving.org/charity/HLF/

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What's coming up at Theatre Royal Wakefield         Written by Dennis Kelly Directed by Tina Shuker-Abell   What do you do if you get to school one day and your new head teacher is a troll? Not just a mean and ghastly human, I mean an actual troll? One who bites off children’s heads, and makes the non-headless ones work in a goldmine! This is exactly what happened at Sean and Holly's school. They need to tell someone but who would believe them? Their mum? The Police? How about the Prime Minister? Join them on their quest to put an end to the crunching of children in the classroom! Theatre Royal Wakefield’s young theatre-makers In on the Act present this terrifically trollerous tale for all the family. In on the Act presents Our Teacher's a Troll   Saturday 8 - Sunday 9 July 11am and 2pm   Tickets  From £10 Box Office 01924 211 311 Online theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk           Dewey Finn is every parent’s nightmare. A teacher who prefers to slack off than swot up. But when there’s a chance for his straight-A students to step into the limelight and win Battle of The Bands, he’s the only man for the job.     In the kingdom of Wakeyland people rejoice as Old King Cole announces the arrival of a baby princess. The fairies are called to bestow blessings upon the babe - but one fairy, Nocturna, has other ideas. A terrible curse is placed upon the child and the King lives in fear for his daughter’s life.       We are looking forward to welcoming you to Theatre Royal Wakefield. Read more about how we are keeping you safe throughout your visit   We thank you for your continued support.   Our autumn season is now on general sale! Book your tickets here.       Matcham to Matcham Challenge   We’re really excited to be launching a new fundraiser in July: our Matcham to Matcham Facebook Challenge! We’re inviting you to walk or run the distance between Theatre Royal Wakefield and another Matcham venue in the month of July. You could walk a bit each day to cover the distance over a month, or challenge yourself to one long walk or run!   It’s easy to sign up by joining our Facebook Group, creating a fundraiser on Facebook and completing the Google Form.     Theatre Royal Wakefield, Drury Lane, Wakefield, WF1 2TE   Please find a copy of our Privacy Policy here

Money for Nothing, Walk of Life, Sultans of Swing, Romeo & Juliet and many more…       Dire Streets   Saturday 22 July   Dire Streets bring to life the classic songs of one of the world’s greatest guitar bands with a level of musicianship and attention to detail that makes them the stand out Dire Straits tribute in the UK.   The two-hour theatre show includes faithful renditions of classic studio tracks along with extended live versions from some of the legendary Dire Straits concerts.     No other Dire Straits tribute act comes as close to reproducing Mark Knopfler’s distinctive guitar and vocal tones – making Dire Streets as near to the original band as you can see live.   The six-piece band is made up of some of the country’s top tribute musicians and delivers a stunning show that fulfils their mission of doing justice to one of the most original and talented bands the UK has ever produced.       Let's get social...   Facebook Twitter Instagram     Square Chapel Arts Centre 10 Square Road Halifax West Yorkshire HX1 1QG

Join us at Square Chapel for a Christmas fairytale for all the family!   Wed 13 - Sun 24 Dec 2023   Let your hair down in a new adaptation of the popular fairytale, Rapunzel. Heading to Square Chapel from 13 to 24 December in Red Brick Auditorium.   Packed with songs, dance routines and jokes a-plenty; there is something for everyone to love, so book your tickets now for the family show of the year. With an exciting opportunity to meet the characters after the show, this is sure to be a "hair-raising" production that you won't want to miss!   Ticket prices below: Adults £20 | Under 18s £15 Family (4 tickets, including up to three adults) £57         Need a fun-filled activity for you and the kids? Square Chapel has a family film offer of £2 a ticket.   Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse (PG) 22 - 27 July A visually dazzling sequel to 2018's terrific Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse, this brilliant follow-up sees Miles Morales return for another epic adventure that will transport Brooklyn's full-time, friendly neighbourhood Spider-Man across the Multiverse.   The Super Mario Bros. Movie (PG) 28 July - 3 Aug The smash-hit animated movie telling the story of everyone's favourite plumbing brothers! With help from Princess Peach, Mario gets ready to square off against the all-powerful Bowser to stop his plans from conquering the world!       Want more film? Here's a great selection (with HOH Subtitled Screenings too) coming up this summer.   Sisu (15) 7 - 13 July   Medusa Deluxe (15) 9 - 12 July   Chevalier (12A) 14 - 20 July   Mad About The Boy - The Noël Coward Story (12A) 15 - 20 July Greatest Days (12A) 21 - 27 July   La Syndicaliste (15) 21 - 26 July   Asteroid City (12A) 28 July - 3 Aug   Hello Bookstore (PG) 30 July - 3 Aug       Shall we take a trip to Wonderland?   Family: Alice's Adventures In Wonderland 5 Nov 2023 From the people who brought you the Wind In The Willows, Box Tale Soup invite you down the rabbit hole into a timeless world of wondrous fantasy. Blue Badge Bunch - 10 Sep 2023 Nest - 1 Oct 2023 The Crockodogopig - 8 Oct 2023 The Bubble Show - 22 Oct 2023 Thumbelina - 19 Nov 2023 The Nosy Little Troll - 26 Nov 2023     Let's build a new Halifax!   Theatre: The Cost of Everything 17 Nov 2023 An interactive performance/game show for simultaneous live and online players which interrogates the cost of living crisis by building a brand new model Halifax live on stage. Discovering Antarctica: Heroic Tales of Shackleton, Crean & Scott - 1 Nov 2023     Come and find your funny   Comedy: Self Defence For Time Travellers 16 Sep 2023 A live, multimedia, nerd-comedy show that looks at the unexpected consequences of irresponsible time travel. MATES: The Improvised '90s Sitcom - 14 Oct 2023 THE WORD IS TERRY CHRISTIAN - THE NAUGHTY NINETIES AND MORE! - 14 Oct 2023 Alfie Moore: A Face For Radio - 1 Dec 2023     Music that hits all the right notes   Music: Martin Carthy: A Special Evening of Song & Conversation with Jon Wilks 4 Nov 2023 An extra-special chance to hear master craftsman Martin Carthy perform and reminisce on his illustrious career in folk song to date, with musical interludes and conversations with his talented friend, musician and journalist, Jon Wilks. Youth Sector - 11 Aug 2023 David Cronenberg's Wife - 5 Oct 2023 Sinatra: RAW - 27 Oct 2023 Mik Artistik's Ego Trip - 11 Nov 2023     The secrets of chocolate throughout the ages...   Lecture: All Things Chocolate with The Yorkshire Chocolatier 11 Oct 2023 All Things Chocolate goes on a journey exploring how chocolate was introduced into Europe and the UK, and how it gets from the tree to the chocolates we enjoy. Markets and Lost Shops of Halifax: Presented by David Glover - 23 Aug 2023       Copyright (C) 2023 Square Chapel Arts Centre. All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: SQUARE CHAPEL ARTS CENTRE, 10 SQUARE ROAD, HALIFAX, WEST YORKSHIRE, HX1 1QG

London Literature Festival and more Planet Summer.       Patrick Stewart: Making It So, SAT 21 OCT FIND OUT MORE   Word mentality Scribble it down on a napkin, scrawl it on the mirror in lipstick, or tip-tap a message to your bestie – London Literature Festival is back in October. And you need to be there.  Get set for stars shooting across the page – Patrick Stewart, Jada Pinkett Smith, Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Nick Frost – and writers spilling ink with elegance – Helen Oyeyemi, Bryan Washington and Seamus Heaney. If you're searching out ways to fill the next seven days, Planet Summer's climate conversations and free art are the way to go. The climate theme runs into our blog too, with Tori Tsui and the writers responding to the crisis. Plus, Sigur Rós tell the tale of their Meltdown performance.   On sale now     London Literature Festival WED 18 – SUN 29 OCT Now in its 16th edition, London Literature Festival is back at the Southbank Centre this October with 12 days of irresistible stories.   book now →     CREATIVE LEARNING   Reframe: Inspire Schools online zine library As part of our Reframe: Inspire Schools project, 21 schools in London, Birmingham and Manchester created 21 zines in response to the climate emergency. Check out their amazing work in our online library.   What's on next week     Mark Carney on Climate Action and Finance MON 10 JUL The sustainability advocate leads a lecture and discussion on changing the relationship between values and value to create a greener future. This event is Speech-to-Text transcribed (STT).     Is Climate Activism Working? WED 12 JUL   Debut Sounds: Where to Begin? THU 13 JUL     Relaxed Hours: Dear Earth THU 13 JUL Our Relaxed Hours are a time to visit our exhibition Dear Earth for anyone requiring a calmer, more relaxed environment. Otobong Nkanga, Escape, 2018. © Otobong Nkanga, 2023.     William MacAskill: What We Owe the Future THU 13 JUL   Pedal Power x Guava Jamz FRI 14 JUL     Earth Makes No Sound SAT 15 JUL   Tori Tsui: It's Not Just You SUN 16 JUL   find tickets here →   Multi-buy offer on Planet Summer talks Book multiple talks happening as part of Planet Summer and receive a discount. Offer applies only to selected events, so please check individual pages.   COMING UP   An 80th Birthday Concert for Bert Jansch SAT 4 NOV Celebrate the enduring legacy of the folk musician with Martin Simpson, Jacqui McShee, Robert Plant, Bernard Butler, Kathryn Williams and Sam Lee.     COMING UP   Transatlantic Sessions SUN 11 FEB 2024 The roof-raising Transatlantic Sessions returns for 2024, exploring and celebrating the rich musical traditions that connect Scotland, Ireland and the US.       SHOP   Fresh summer squeeze Meet your new friends for the summer – plush Jellycat fruits to keep you feeling cheerful.   BLOG       Tori Tsui on climate, eco-anxiety and how It’s Not Just You The climate activist and mental health advocate discusses her timely new book.   read now →   BLOG       Sigur Rós and London Contemporary Orchestra, behind the scenes Sigur Rós’ Georg Hólm offers you an exclusive look behind the scenes as the band prepared for Meltdown. Image credit: Victor Frankowski   read now →   BLOG       Writing for the planet: writers respond to the climate crisis Hear from four writers – Rebecca Solnit, Thelma Young Lutunatabua, James Miller and Jay Griffiths – on writing and the climate.   read now →   FROM OUR FRIENDS   Queer Prom Party SUN 23 JUL | STANLEY ARTS It’s time to live your prom fantasy! Join Stanley Arts for a stunning day-party full of nostalgia and throwback tunes, hosted by the fabulous Miss Taylor Trash and with UOKHUN, Dalia and Vanity Crystal on the decks. Dress code: your finest prom fantasy!     WHAT'S ON      VISIT      MEMBERSHIP & SUPPORT     Southbank Centre is a charity registered in England and Wales No.298909. Registered office: Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XX

 

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Adventure holidays With the school break just around the corner, it's time to start plotting out your summer calendar. Look no further. We've got something to keep all ages occupied during the long days. And if you happen to be a planning master and are already casting a glance ahead to the Christmas holidays, the recently announced Bluey's Big Play is sure to keep the kids (and grown-ups) entertained.

 

Just announced     Bluey's Big Play WED 20 DEC – SUN 7 JAN The playful Blue Heeler puppy is brought to real life in the UK premiere of a theatrical adaptation of the smash-hit children’s TV show. Featuring brilliantly created puppets, Bluey’s Big Play is a brand new show with an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, and new music by Bluey composer Joff Bush. Relaxed Performances: Fri 29 Dec, 4.30pm & Wed 3 Jan, 11am BSL performance: Fri 5 Jan, 2pm   book now →

 

Enter Planet Summer     Dear Earth UNTIL SUN 3 SEP This pioneering group show of artistic responses to the climate emergency explores themes of care, hope, interdependence, emotional and spiritual connection, and activism. Free entry for under-12s.        Plot 17: A Hip-Hop Garden Block Party SUN 9 JUL   Outdoor art UNTIL SUN 3 SEP       REPLAY: A Limitless Recycled Playground SAT 8 JUL –⁠ SUN 3 SEP Part installation, part adventure playground, REPLAY is a space built entirely out of waste materials, repurposed for fun by The Herd Theatre. For ages 0 – 11 years. This is a Relaxed event. Sensory Adapted sessions take place weekly on Sunday mornings, and on Thursday mornings after Thursday 27 July.     discover more →

 

LITERATURE & POETRY   Cerys Matthews: Under Milk Wood SAT 22 JUL Revisit the beloved fictional world of Dylan Thomas' Under Milk Wood in an afternoon of storytelling from Cerys Matthews and music from Arun Ghosh. For ages 8+

 

PERFORMANCE   The SpongeBob Musical SAT 26 JUL – WED 27 AUG Who lives in a pineapple under the sea and became the hottest star on Broadway? It's SpongeBob SquarePants, in an all-singing, all-dancing, dynamic stage show! For ages 6+ Relaxed Performance: Wed 16 Aug, 2pm British Sign Language interpreted (BSL): Sat 19 Aug, 2pm Audio Description: Sat 26 Aug, 2pm

 

FAMILY & YOUNG PEOPLE   The Forum FRI 29 & SAT 30 JUL Hear young people’s voices address change and the climate crisis, and contribute your own, at the inspiring public art installation The Forum. For ages 5+

 

FAMILY & YOUNG PEOPLE   The Marvellous Myth Hunter Ceilidh SUN 20 AUG Love heroes, monsters and myths? Dust off your maps and jetpacks to visit Scotland's most famous loch and have a knees-up at a fantastical live ceilidh. This event is British Sign Language interpreted (BSL). For ages 5+

 

PERFORMANCE   Zoe's Peculiar Journey Through Time FRI 1 – SUN 3 SEP Hurtle into a time-travelling adventure for ages six and over, featuring magical puppetry and exploring themes of friendship and the environment. For ages 6+ All performances are Relaxed (RP).  British Sign Language interpreted (BSL): Sat 2 Sep, 2.30pm and Sun 3 Sep, 11am.

 

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Boldly go where no reader has gone before.       London Literature Festival, WED 18 – SUN 29 OCT FIND OUT MORE   Heard the word? London Literature Festival is back this October. Come together with readers of every age to celebrate the written and spoken word – see your favourite authors in conversation, discover rising literary stars and get energising perspectives from cultural observers with something to say. Members' presale is now open. General booking opens tomorrow, Friday 7 July at 10am.   The final frontier     Patrick Stewart: Making It So SAT 21 OCT Spend an evening with Sir Patrick Stewart as the venerated Star Trek actor presents his long-awaited memoir. This event is British Sign Language interpreted (BSL) and Speech-to-Text transcribed (STT).   book now →     LITERATURE & POETRY   Jada Pinkett Smith: Worthy SUN 29 OCT The actor presents her unconventional memoir, telling of her life and search for self-worth.     LITERATURE & POETRY   Kerry Washington: Thicker Than Water FRI 20 OCT Don't miss the trailblazing actor's only London event discussing her revealing new memoir spotlighting her experiences as a mother, daughter, wife, artist and advocate. This event is Speech-to-Text transcribed (STT).     LITERATURE & POETRY   Nick Frost & Simon Pegg: A Slice of Fried Gold SUN 22 OCT The friends and collaborators discuss Frost's new book, A Slice of Fried Gold: My Life in Food. This event is British Sign Language interpreted (BSL) and Speech-to-Text transcribed (STT).     LITERATURE & POETRY   George the Poet Presents FRI 20 OCT The spoken word artist is joined by musicians and poets to launch a new anthology taking readers on a thought-provoking poetical journey through Black British History. This event is British Sign Language interpreted (BSL).   London Literature Festival     Bryan Washington: Family Meal FRI 20 OCT     Teju Cole: Tremor  SUN 29 OCT     Helen Oyeyemi: Trying SUN 22 OCT     Yu Miri: The End of August SUN 22 OCT     Seamus Heaney: A Life in Letters SUN 29 OCT   book tickets →     LITERATURE & POETRY   Black British Book Festival SAT 28 OCT The Black British Book Festival is Europe’s largest celebration of Black literature. Champion emerging talent, hear from leading voices and discover your new favourite Black authors at this one-day family festival that aims to banish barriers to entry.   FROM OUR FRIENDS   Decoy with Joe McPhee – Four-Day Residency WED 19 – SAT 22 JUL | CAFE OTO Cafe OTO are thrilled to welcome back Joe McPhee alongside Decoy, the powerhouse trio of John Edwards (bass), Alexander Hawkins (piano) and Steve Noble (drums) for a very special four-day residency.     WHAT'S ON      VISIT      MEMBERSHIP & SUPPORT   Thanks for reading. We hope you enjoyed your specially selected highlights. Share your comments and photos with us by mentioning @southbankcentre or @haywardgallery.     Southbank Centre is a charity registered in England and Wales No.298909. Registered office: Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XX

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Prepare for pottery, pastry, pop and pageantry this autumn Our autumn programme just got juicer, with new live events featuring celebrated ceramicist Florian Gadsby, Little Mix superstar Leigh-Anne Pinnock and stars of Escape to the Chateau, Dick & Angel Strawbridge. The icing on the cake? Two December shows with Dame Mary Berry, who'll be divulging tales and tips from a rich, six-decade long career in cookery. If you could use a dose of sage advice, book now for Philippa Perry's live show - which promises to gift you the tools to become a happier, wiser person. In the meantime, enjoy new Fane Online events coming up in August with Dominican-American poet and author Elizabeth Acevedo and multi-million bestselling author Adele Parks MBE.

 

Mary Berry 10 - 12 Dec, 7:30pm | Live Reflecting on her baking life, Mary will take to the stage to tell her story. From training at The Cordon Bleu in Paris and Bath School of Home Economics, becoming cookery editor of Housewife magazine, to Bake Off and beyond.	Florian Gadsby 24 - 26 Sep, 7:30pm | Live & Streaming Join the celebrated ceramicist to mark the release of his debut book, By My Hands. Florian will reflect on a life dedicated to pottery: Detailing his journey from apprentice potter to celebrated craftsman.
Leigh-Anne Pinnock  23 Oct, 7:30pm | Live Spend an unforgettable evening with the singer, song-writer and Little Mix superstar to celebrate the release of her memoir, Believe. Come and see Leigh-Anne in an entirely new light as she tells her story in her own words.	Dick & Angel Strawbridge 22 - 23 Oct, 7:30pm | Live & Streaming To launch their new book, The Chateau: Forever Home, the stars of   Escape to the Chateau will bring their warmth, humour and candour to the stage in Bristol and London.

 

The Show You Want Everyone You Love to Go To 15 Oct - 3 Nov | Live & Streaming How do you find and keep love? What does it mean to you to be content? Are other people just annoying or are you the problem?  Live on stage, psychotherapist, broadcaster and the Observer’s sagacious agony aunt Philippa Perry will be offering her trademark sane and sage advice, exploring how to best navigate a whole spectrum of relationships. From family and partners to friends and colleagues, and even your relationship with yourself, Philippa will illuminate how we can functionalise these vital connections so that when life throws us its inevitable hurdles, we might be better equipped to overcome them.

Elizabeth Acevedo 8 Aug, 6:30pm | Streaming Spend an evening with the bestselling author of The Poet X and award-winning poet to celebrate her debut adult novel, Family Lore: a sweeping generational tale about the importance of family bonds.

Adele Parks 17 Aug, 6:30pm | Streaming Lost. Missing. Murdered? How do you find a woman who didn’t exist? Join the bestselling author in conversation with broadcaster Angellica Bell as she delves into her explosive new thriller, Just Between Us.

 

Sam Heughan & Graham McTavish 5 - 6 Nov | Live & Streaming Join the Outlander stars live as they share their adventure across The Land of the Long White Cloud to celebrate their new book, Clanlands in New Zealand. Tickets include an exclusive tour edition of the book.	Mary Beard 23 Sep - 2 Oct | Live & Streaming Spend an evening with the renowned classicist as she shines the spotlight on the emperors who ruled the Roman empire. Mary will be joined on stage by David Olusoga in London, Dr Janina Ramirez in Cambridge and Michael Scott in Brighton.
Celebrating the 75th anniversary of the NHS  “The NHS has to be free, at the point of need.” As we celebrate the 75 years of the NHS this week, watch ‌Dr Amir Khan explain why healthcare professionals across the UK are striking, and how we can stop the threat of stealth privatisation and protect the NHS.

 

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Navigate your way around a fully immersive world - the highest-rated experience of its kind in London. Welcome to Summer’s Peak: Phantom Peak’s latest and greatest seasonal extravaganza. Phantom Peak is the perfect summer location: a fully immersive town with canals, lakes and a sprawling old town. It’s a miniature immersive theme-park in central London, full of mystery and adventure. For those of you who aren’t familiar, Phantom Peak is an open-world immersive theme park, only minutes from Canada Water Station. Each season there are new stories, new activities and new trails to explore and discover in an ever-changing town of mystery. Come, explore, discover - you never know what you might find! Or just grab a drink by the water and watch the world go by. The Story What’s Happening At Summer’s Peak It’s Summer’s Peak - and the Phantom Peak Summer festival is in full bloom. Whilst the air is sweet with Summer blossoms, JONACO are excavating deep below Phantom Peak. They have discovered something thrilling: the remnants of an ancient society, whose ruins lurk beneath Phantom Peak itself.   What’s New? Summer’s Peak Features: 10 Amazing New Trails and Stories! Come for The Monoliths, stay for the great unveiling Marvel at the artifacts of a strange society, recently uncovered by JONACO Brand new Summer Festival festivities, games and mysteries The Annual Rock Hunt, A Summer Tradition Returns! Brand New Games All new food and drink options and more   ***** Broadway World ***** Curtain Call ***** Love Pop Ups London ***** The Escape Roomer   BOOK NOW   Phantom Peak is at its best in summer. We can’t wait to see you there! As if that’s not enough, Phantom Peak are throwing an EPIC party to ring in the Summer! With very limited availability this Saturday and next, you can experience the ultimate night out for just £9.99, including an immersive cocktail scavenger hunt, live burlesque and fire performers, board games, darts and competitions to win prizes! “‘Phantom Peak’ feels like the ‘Westworld’ experience you’ve always wanted." NME “This place is crazy, I can’t wait to come back five more times!” Neil Patrick Harris “It’s so much more extravagant than I expected it to be! It’s just been the best day, there’s so much to do!”  Carrie Hope Fletcher     Facebook Twitter Instagram Website   Copyright © 2023 West End Wilma. All rights reserved.

The bars are ready, the recipes are perfected and we've just put up the bunting, Cocktails in the City arrives this weekend! From five-star hotel bars to Shoreditch speakeasies in just a few short sips, come and enjoy spritz drinks and sgroppinos with us in the sunshine.       BUY TICKETS NOW   COCKTAILS WE THINK YOU WILL LOVE       SUMMER COCKTAILS  Luxury spirits are being mixed by London's finest bars this weekend and your invited. We are looking forward to trying out the Coriander and Basil Mule from The Coral Room, an Akaibara with Codigo Rosa Tequila from Chotto Matte and a strawberry Raki Daiquiri from Hovarda. Perfect alfresco garden party cocktails, which one would you go for first?      EXPERIENCES TO ENJOY     THE TASTING ROOMS   Think speed dating meets master class. Enjoy a series of 3 x 15-minute tasting sessions with a curated selection of premium producers. In July we are welcoming Renais Gin, created by Emma Watson and her Burgundian wine-making father Alex. Fortunella Liqueur from star bartender Lukas Stafin and luxury bourbon and sherry cask aged rums from Brugal 1888.         SILENT DISCO  Funk or disco? Hip hop or Soul? We loved dancing around the gardens last summer so we've doubled the number of headphones and invited the very talented Asher Weiner to come and bring his eclectic bag of tunes to the party. With two channels to choose from what time will you be on the dancefloor?     BUY TICKETS NOW       THE ART OF HOSTING Discover the ‘Art of Hosting’ cocktail masterclass brought to you by luxury mixer brand London Essence in partnership with Cocchi vermouths & aperitifs. In this 25-minute session, you will learn how to create two spectacular cocktails, which will help you master the art of hosting. If you have a ticket for Cocktails in the City this can be booked in advance here. *Advanced booking is recommended for this popular masterclass.         ICE CARVING WORKSHOPS  Zoran Peric of Ice Carving Cool will be back to host his popular ice carving workshops in 2023.  Create your own ice ball, diamond or cube and drop it into a beautifully created cocktail made just for you in the beautiful surroundings of Bedford Square Garden.          BUY TICKETS         Forward to fellow cocktail lovers     Copyright © 2023, Cocktails in the City London Ltd, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Cocktails in the City London Ltd 42 Northampton Road London EC1R 0HU United Kingdom         Dear, From Polo in the Park at Hurlingham and the Summer Exhibition at the Royal Academy, check out our ultimate guide to the making the most of summer in the UK. We also give you the lowdown on Wimbledon, telling you everything you need to know to enjoy the tournament. And if you’re going and looking for something wear, we’ve picked out some elegant day dresses from Erdem or Self-Portrait, alongside some fabulous statement gowns for summer soirées. Plus, take inspiration from the botanical Bloomcore trend, and use our guide to the best SPF creams for perfectly protected summer skin. Finally, enter our competition to win in a delicious eight-course meal and wine tasting at The Grand, York                   SUMMER LOVIN' Make the most of the sunny months with C&TH's ultimate guide to summer in the UK         LOVE MATCH Everything you need to know about Wimbledon         FROCK ME These beautiful British brands will sort you out for summer         WHAT IS BLOOMCORE? The botanical trend we're obsessed with this season         BE SUN SAFE With these SPF face creams           GREAT BRITISH BRANDS 2023 Buy your copy of the 'Brave New World' issue now or read the digital issue here...         SUMMER LOVIN' British brands that make the sun shine   Coombe Farm Organic Delicious, sustainably reared meat   No 3 Gin Four-time winner of World's Best Gin   House of Colour Science-backed style analysis   Guava & Gold Invigorating bath and body products with beautiful scents         Best of British Q&A with Harry Aaronson, Co-Founder of Heath London Favourite British brand? Sunspel – its garments are classic, high quality and made in England. Hero? David Attenborough. He is so interesting – I love learning about the world and listening to his nice, calm voice. Weekend? I like going to Aldeburgh to visit my old pal Andrew Heald (founder of Fishers Gin), having a lovely spot of lunch at The Suffolk, a dip in the North Sea and walks along the river Alde. Meal? I love a good, hearty pie. It’s the ultimate comfort food. Shop? My local coffee shop, Dark Habit in Queen’s Park. It makes a phenomenal flat white and I love the music it plays in the morning – it starts my day off right. Undiscovered gem? Ida restaurant, again in Queen's Park. It’s a fantastic family-run Italian where they make all the pasta in house. I love that it is a family business, as I know it’s not easy. Band? The Rolling Stones. I love ‘Come Together’. I think it’s amazing that Mick Jagger still performs with such joie de vivre at his age. Car? Jaguar E-Type in racing green. We took inspiration from this when developing the Heath range. Book? Harry Potter. The longest book I’ve ever read was Order of The Phoenix… (my mum actually had to tell me to stop reading!) Discover more about grooming brand Heath London at countryandtownhouse.com ALSO IN THE NEWS.... WHAT'S TRENDING IN BRITISH LUXURY? Lab-grown diamonds, new Knightsbridge property candy, and fab collabs                             Win An Eight-Course Meal & Wine Tasting At The Grand, York We’ve partnered with The Grand, York to offer you the chance to try the eight-course tasting menu and classic wine flight at its incredible restaurant, Legacy. ENTER HERE                   Sign up for 12 print issues and instant access to every digital edition for only £39                 Copyright © 2021 Country & Town House Our mailing address is:​ Country & Town House Studio 2, Chelsea Gate Studios, London, SW6 4QL, United Kingdom

What’s happening in Edinburgh in July 2023             Jazz and blues music, sports events, food festivals – not forgetting the little black dress - however you like your entertainment, July in Edinburgh has an action-packed programme of events for all the family to explore and enjoy.                 New Forever Edinburgh website     This month we’re delighted to share a preview of our brand new Forever Edinburgh website! Continuing to showcase the best of Edinburgh’s attractions, events and things to see and do, it’s your one-stop shop for exploring Scotland’s capital city. Take a look 👀 and tell us what you think via the survey that pops up. Image Credit: Anna Henly   Preview now 👀               What's On: Edinburgh Events in July 2023     This July make your way to North Berwick (just 30 minutes train ride from Edinburgh) to see the world's best golfers take on the Renaissance Club at the Genesis Scottish Open. If football is more your sport, see the live action unfold as Manchester United play Olympique Lyonnais at BT Murrayfield Stadium on the 19th of the month. While classic and retro cars, motorcycles and trucks, daring stunts and supercar passenger experiences offer a thrilling day out for all the family as the Scottish Festival of Motoring roars into town. Satisfy your appetite as the Edinburgh Food Festival returns to George Square Gardens for 10 days of worldwide tastes and flavours. The beautiful Holyrood Park is the setting for Edinburgh’s Walk for a Cure. Taking place at the end of the month, come together to walk, fundraise and be part of the movement helping to find a cure for dementia. If you love fashion, don’t miss the National Museum of Scotland’s latest exhibition, Beyond the Little Black Dress. Featuring more than 60 striking creations from collections and designers around the world, this visually stunning exhibition takes a closer look at this iconic wardrobe staple.   Book now ⛳               10 things to do in Edinburgh during the school holidays     The summer holidays are here. If you’re looking for some family-friendly things to see and do across Edinburgh, we have some great suggestions. Image Credit: Royal Collection Trust   Start exploring ☀               Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival     With over 110 concerts in a wide range of styles, from 1920s traditional jazz to electronic blues, the joyous Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival returns with a vibrant musical programme. This 10 day festival, which features both established and emerging musicians is sure to excite all music lovers. 📆 Running from 14 to 23 July 2023   Book now 🎺               Top ice cream shops in Edinburgh     You don’t really need an excuse to enjoy this delicious treat, but July is National Ice Cream Month! Whether you’re a cone, tub or wafer fan, soak up the taste of summer by taking a trip to one of these Edinburgh ice cream shops.   Explore ice cream delight 🍦

 

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Beyond the Little Black Dress  Our much anticipated summer exhibition opens tomorrow.    From design classics to cutting-edge catwalk creations, Beyond the Little Black Dress deconstructs this iconic garment and examines the radical power of the colour black in fashion. Discover how the nuances of the colour black have made the little black dress a contradictory garment, from the well-mannered cocktail attire of the early 20th century to the leather and latex worn by members of punk and fetish subcultures.   Book in advance to save   Celebrate with St James Quarter    In celebration of the opening of Beyond the Little Black Dress, St James Quarter invites you to a stylish brunch and fashion showcase at Duck & Waffle Edinburgh on Tue 4 Jul.    Book now Spotlight On: Beyond the Little Black Dress    Join curator Georgina Ripley on Thu 13 Jul to explore design classics and cutting-edge catwalk creations in an in-depth introduction to the exhibition.   Book now     Last chance to see   Exhibition   Declaration of Arbroath    Until Sun 2 Jul    Don't miss this iconic document in this free exhibition.   Find out more     Summer at the National Museum of Scotland    From Mon 3 Jul–Tue 1 Aug, get busy with our fun and varied family programme at the National Museum of Scotland.    Find out more   Curiosity Club    Leave the grown-ups at the door with exciting, hands-on sessions for children aged 7 to 11. With a range of different topics to choose from, kids can unleash their inner museum detective.    Book your ticket     Across our museums      Event    National Museum of Flight    Running Out of Space    Sun 2 Jul    Find out more    Trail   National Museum of Flight    Summer Satchels     Until Thu 31 Aug    Find out more   Trail    National Museum of Rural Life   Nature Track Packs    Until Thu 31 Aug    Explore more this summer with our Nature Track Packs. Available to borrow from our ticket desk on arrival, each pack contains fun ideas and activities.    Find out more Trail    National Museum of Rural Life    Lewis's Scottish Adventure Trail    Until Fri 6 Oct    Explore the museum galleries with Lewis the Highland bull. Try out fun activities and learn about Scottish traditions.    Find out more     Museum Late: Fringe Fridays return    Fringe Fridays are back on Fri 11 & 18 Aug. Enjoy a unique flavour of the Fringe and explore the museum after hours in these two adult only events.    Book your ticket   Coming soon      Exhibition   National Museum of Scotland   Rising Tide: Art and Environment in Oceania    Opens Sat 12 Aug    Find out more    Event    National Museum of Scotland   Morning Curator Tour: Rising Tide    Wed 16–Thu 24 Aug   Book now   Coming soon   Event┃National Museum of Flight   Brick History    Sat 5 Aug–Sun 5 Nov   Travel through time and view over 30 LEGO models of key moments in history. Free with museum admission.    Book your ticket     Become a Member    Help protect remarkable objects and be the first to hear about the stories they hold as well as unlimited free entry to all our world class exhibitions including Beyond the Little Black Dress.    Become a Member   Shop the exhibition    As Beyond the Little Black Dress opens, our shop has a range of iconic gifts to remember your visit by.    Shop now     1 Raise a Paddle © Fenton Lutunatabua / 350.org   Connect with us       Our mailing address is: National Museums Scotland Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF   © National Museums Scotland. Scottish Charity SC011130

 

 

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There’s nothing more exciting than having an adventure to look forward to. But what’s even better is having an adventure planned and a brand new backpack. If you book during our Early Bird Promotion, you’ll not only secure your perfect 2024 trip at its 2023 price, but you’ll also receive a Haglöfs L.I.M 25 backpack worth €160. How does it work? It’s simple. → Book your 2024 trip between the 1st of July and the 17th of July → Receive a free Haglöfs L.I.M 25 backpack worth €160 → Relax, knowing you can adjust your booking up to 10 weeks before departure With wonderful wilderness beckoning, hop onto the website to book one of our captivating array of 2024 trips. Need some advice? Give our friendly team a call on: 091 457 898, or toll-free from North America on 1-844-235-6240, selecting option one.

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What's on in July Here's our latest updates and a glimpse of what's happening in the Kent Downs AONB over the next month. This month, discover the importance of the Kent Downs for conserving Turtle Doves, read about recent upgrades to paths on the White Cliffs of Dover, start planning your summer staycation, and learn where in the Downs to look for stunning summer orchids. Read on to discover new experiences, events and places to visit as you head #UpTheKentDowns!     Events in the Kent Downs There's lots going on in the Downs during July, here's a selection of upcoming events we think you'll love.    Chalk Grassland and Views Walk from Shoreham with Darent Valley Friday 7th July, 11am-1pm Ightham Mote and Knole Park Walk from Ightham Mote, Sevenoaks with Boots on Adventures Sunday 16th July, 9:30am   Wilder Kent Safari: Kentish Downs at Blue Bell Hill with Kent Wildlife Trust Wednesday 26th July, 10am-1pm Pond Dipping/River Rangers at Kent Country Parks Summer Holidays Multiple time slots   See more upcoming events     Plan your summer staycation     If you're looking for a staycation destination for the summer holidays, why not consider a countryside escape in the Kent Downs AONB? ⠀ ⠀ We can offer you and your family: ⠀ 🌳 Unique local experiences such as foraging, forest bathing and photography⠀ 🚵 Incredible walks and cycle routes for all abilities⠀ 🚆 Easy access by public transport (we're just an hour by train from London!)⠀ 🌼 Wildlife-filled landscapes and nature reserves⠀ 🏖️ An award-winning heritage coastline⠀ 🏰 Towns and cities bursting with tourist attractions, like Dover Castle⠀ ⠀ ...and much much more! With its unspoiled landscapes and timeless allure, a summer staycation in the Kent Downs promises an unforgettable escape that will leave you yearning to return again and again.  #UpTheKentDowns   Staycations in the Kent Downs     Turtle Doves in the Downs     Have you seen a turtle dove recently, or perhaps heard their iconic purr?  Turtle dove populations have declined by 98%, with only 2,100 breeding territories left in the UK, down from an estimated 125,000 in 1970. This makes them the UK's fastest declining bird. Loss of habitat and lack of food sources are believed to be the biggest cause for their decline. However, a significant number of the remaining breeding territories are in Kent, giving us a unique opportunity to help conserve this emblematic species.    Operation Turtle Dove is working across the South East to save this bird on the brink, working with landowners to create turtle dove habitats and providing supplementary food.   You can play a part in turtle dove recovery by reporting sightings, creating a turtle dove habitat or making a donation to the cause.    Help turtle doves in Kent     Head #UpTheKentDowns for new experiences Discover unique experiences with local experts, offering an authentic and immersive insight into the nature and heritage of the Kent Downs.   Spoon Carving Barham, nr Canterbury Discover your inner woodsman/woman and learn to carve a spoon from green wood, using axes and knives in a beautiful woodland setting in the Downs. Suitable for complete novices or those who’ve had a go but want to improve. Lunch and woodland tour included.   Find out more     Places to visit in the Kent Downs Looking for inspiration for your next adventure in the Downs? Look no further! Here's our top spot to visit this July...   Folkestone Downs The ancient chalk hills behind the seaside town of Folkestone form part of the North Downs escarpment that runs through Kent and Surrey. The chalk grassland on the steep south-facing slopes of the Downs is some of the richest for wildlife in the UK and the whole site is accordingly designated both a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and a Special Area of Conservation (SAC). The North Downs Way National Trail passes along the crest of Folkestone Downs and links with Folkestone Warren to the east. There are also many other established paths to help you explore. The chalk grassland is at its best in spring and summer.  Look out for Adonis blue and marbled white butterflies, straw belle moth, yellowhammer, kestrel, adder, and chalk grassland wildflowers including orchids.   Find out more     White Cliffs of Dover Path Upgrades   Part of the White Cliffs of Dover has recently had a face lift to ensure people can access the footpath all year around. The Kent Downs AONB worked with Kent Country Council, the National Trust, and Natural England to deliver a £150,000 footpath upgrade and to restore the fragile chalk grassland at the top of the cliffs.   Find out more     Summer Orchids in the Downs     Did you know there are around 52 different species of wild orchid in Britain, and around 25 of these can be found in the Kent Downs AONB. Our special landscape is the only place in Britain where wild orchids such as the late spider orchid and lady orchid can be found. In fact, it’s our iconic chalky grassland, that’s low in nutrients, combined with our warm climate that makes the Kent Downs one of the best regions in the country for orchids. Check out our summer orchid blog for species to spot and where to find them.   Read the blog     Share Tweet Forward       Copyright © 2022 Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Penstock Barn West Canterbury Road, East Brabourne Ashford, Kent TN25 5LL United Kingdom

 

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It's 6 years since we opened the doors to the Swinton Country Club and Spa!   Join our celebrations by enjoying 10% off our Spa Gift Vouchers!   Whether that is a full-day restore with a Wellness Spa Day with Bamford; catching the last of the sun’s rays with a Sundown Spa, enjoying a fabulous treatment; or perhaps a relaxing massage or rejuvenating facial...   Perfect as a gift to a loved one, or perhaps a treat just for you!           www.swintonestate.com 01765 680 900   reservations@swintonestate.com     T&C's: 10% off all spa gift vouchers. Vouchers purchased from 07.07.23 until midnight 31.07.23. Vouchers are valid for 12 months from date of purchase. Online voucher purchases only. Normal T&C's apply.    Swinton Park Masham, Ripon, North Yorkshire. HG4 4JH    Tel: 01765 680900     Swinton Estate 2023 © All rights reserved

Hello %%firstname%%!   We have so many exciting activities and events happening across the Swinton Estate this summer - why not join us for a short break or perhaps visit us for the day?   Below are some of our upcoming events and activities for July and August.     July & August   Throughout summer Swinton Rosé Bar   New for the 2023 summer season, a fabulous selection of rosé wines from Château La Gordonne and Champagne Pommery Brut Rosé Champagne NV, served in the beautiful Terrace Gardens. Pop by for a glass, or a leisurely afternoon or evening sharing a bottle – and some perfectly paired nibbles... just another gorgeous way to soak in summer on the Swinton Estate. No booking required.     Throughout summer Burger & Pizza Nights   Our popular Burger and Pizza nights return once again to Swinton Bivouac this summer season! Join us on Friday (Burger) and Saturday (Pizza) evenings, serving from 5pm until 8pm, giving you time to enjoy a day of exploring, beautiful evening walks around the Druid’s Temple or time-out simply soaking in the view. Pre-booking essential.     Available throughout the year Cookery Courses   Swinton Cookery School offers a busy programme of half and full-day hands-on, practical cookery courses, available for all ages and abilities. From preparing the Tapas Temptations to Plant Based cookery, there is a course to suit everyone’s culinary tastes. Or embark on a Cook’s Creations evening - new for 2023.     Available throughout the year Wild Swimming   Swinton Estate's Wild Swimming summer season officially begins! With a purpose-built swimming platform, our Wild Swimming lake in the grounds of Swinton Park, is ready for you! Whether you have tried Wild Swimming before or not, we highly recommend you give it a go.       Wednesdays in the School Holidays Woodland School   The Woodland School at Swinton Bivouac, run by Lea Eyre, is all about exploring the great outdoors and learning about it through play and exciting activities in the Druid’s Plantation. From a wild food picnic to weaving a willow fish! Ages 6-12 years. £15 per child.       Various dates Garden Lunches   Join celebrated gardener Dame Susan Cunliffe-Lister for a two-course garden lunch, garden talk over coffee and a guided tour of the grounds. Each lunch is themed on a different topic, whether it be on the parkland and lakes, or the Walled Garden.       Various dates Birds of Prey Photographic Workshops   With this workshop, you will be introduced to a number of birds of prey, many of which are indigenous to the British Isles. You’ll have the opportunity to get close to the birds and photograph them in a variety of spectacular settings and landscapes.       1st & 7th July Chef's Table   We invite you to an unforgettable culinary experience. Through the intimate setting of the Cookery School, you’ll taste and discover the magic that goes into a gourmet menu. You’ll enjoy a delicious five-course menu, cooked in front of you by Luke Palmer, Swinton Cookery School Chef Tutor.        5th July & 9th August  Sound Baths   A wonderfully relaxing form of holistic therapy. Join Janie Beardsall for a sound journey, sound waves from the voice or an instrument, such as drums or Himalayan Singing Bowls are absorbed by the body to restore balance. Turn it into a spa day with a nutritious two-course meal in The Terrace Restaurant, and two-hour use of the stunning spa facilities. Sessions available throughout the year.       12th July & 15th August Yoga Workshop   The 90-minute yoga workshop follows the principles of Hatha Yoga to stretch, nourish and relax the body, mind and spirit, delivered by our associate yoga instructor Jane Cluley (Jayadhara – Yoga). Turn it into a spa day with a nutritious two-course meal in The Terrace Restaurant, and two-hour use of the stunning spa facilities. Sessions available throughout the year.       4th August | From 6.00pm Bad Dad by David Walliams Outdoor Theatre   Join Heartbreak Productions at Swinton Bivouac for this warm-hearted tale that follows the highs and lows of a father-son relationship. An open-air adaptation of David Walliams’ Bad Dad is the perfect summer family entertainment! Buy tickets online here       7th - 13th August Afternoon Tea Week   Celebrate the delights of Afternoon Tea Week, with a complimentary glass of fizz! Indulge in this truly British ritual with Afternoon Tea served in the opulent Drawing Room, the summer sun pouring through the grand windows or perhaps on the South Lawn enjoying the warm country air overlooking the Deer Park.       11th - 13th August Pizza in the Park   Our fabulously unique ‘pop-up’ dining experience at the Deer House on the Swinton Estate will be in full swing, our talented chefs, once again, firing up the pizza ovens! Perfect to gather family and friends for a relaxed lunch or evening nestled in Swinton’s stunning parkland, taking in the spectacular views. Pre-booking advised.       29th August Reiki Drumming   Take time out of your day and give a little back to yourself with a reiki drumming sound healing experience in the wonderfully relaxing spa gardens… The gentle rhythm, tones and sounds of the handmade drums will help you naturally release stresses and tensions. The session will support your body, mind, spirit and soul to feel whole. Turn it into a spa day with a nutritious two-course meal in The Terrace Restaurant, and two-hour use of the stunning spa facilities. Sessions available throughout the year.       To book, please call our friendly Reservations team on 01765 680900 or email reservations@swintonestate.com       www.swintonestate.com 01765 680 900   reservations@swintonestate.com       Swinton Park  Masham, Ripon, North Yorkshire. HG4 4JH    01765 680900   I   Swinton Estate 2023 © All rights reserved

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News What's On Creative Directory Opportunities   Latest Events, News and Opportunities It's a jam packed July for events in Kirklees. Highlights for this weekend are Huddersfield Carnival on 8 July and Sangam Mela on 9 July, both taking place in Greenhead Park in Huddersfield, as part of Kirklees Year of Music 2023. There will be plenty of music, entertainment and fun for all the family. On 8 July you can also join WOVEN for Textile Futures - book your free tickets for this amazing opportunity to see textile industry demonstrations, take a higher education tour and get careers information, all in one place. For one night only, Tongue Fu, one of the UK’s leading spoken word and music shows, performs in Dewsbury on 7 July. Writers and storytellers take to the stage to perform live, amplified by the quick-witted improvisers of the Tongue Fu band. Have you heard about HERD? This genre-defying musical mash up celebrating Kirklees cultural and industrial heritage will be popping up from 11 – 16 July with larger-than-life sheep. It will be unlike anything you’ve ever seen or heard before! For more events, head to our What's On page on Creative Kirklees.    Featured events Textile Artists Nicola Perren & Dionne Swift in conversation  Wed, 5.7.2023 18:00 - 20:00  Local textile artists Dionne Swift and Nicola Perren will talk about their artist practice and their experiences of quilting communities.  Read more Wednesday Evening Jazz at the Huddersfield Head of Steam  Wed, 5.7.2023 20:30 - 22:30  Sax Man Rod Mason with guest guitarist Paul Hartley are supported by the Andrzej Baranek Trio, Andrzej (keys), Paul Chamberlain (bass), Paul Smith),  Read more Annual Exhibition of Photography - 6th July to 12th August 2023  Thu, 6.7.2023 11:00 - 16:00 | +11   Gallery exhibition of photographic prints and digital images  Read more Organ Recital: Alessandro Bianchi  Fri, 7.7.2023 19:00 - 21:00  Bach, Brahms and Charles Ives  Read more Tongue Fu  Fri, 7.7.2023 19:30 - 21:30  Tongue Fu is one of the UK’s leading spoken word and music shows. At Tongue Fu poets, writers and storytellers take to the stage to perform live, ampl ...  Read more Textile Futures  Sat, 8.7.2023 10:00 - 15:00  Tours, talks and demonstrations celebrating education, training and careers in textile manufacturing, science, innovation and design.  Read more A Stitch In Time  Sat, 8.7.2023 12:00 - Sun, 9.7.2023 16:00 | +5   An exhibitioion by the Knitting & Crochet Guild at the Colne Valley Museum  Read more 'Round the Tree  Sat, 8.7.2023 19:30 - 20:30  Huddersfield Choral Society joins forces with Kantos for a captivating evening of a capella choral music celebrating nature's beauty.  Read more Summer Concert  Sat, 8.7.2023 19:30 - 21:30  Flowers, Folk and Fathoms  Read more Jordan Tice & Liv Greene - Americana/folk-roots concert in Meltham  Sat, 8.7.2023 19:30 - 22:30  An evening of exceptional Americana, folk and roots from two acclaimed Nashville artists  Read more Together we are One  Sun, 9.7.2023 14:00 - 16:30 | +1   Refugees and friends together will write and perform a new song  Read more Shhh! Cinema: Radio On (18)  Sun, 9.7.2023 19:00 - 21:00  Classic British road movie with a killer soundtrack  Read more HERD  Tue, 11.7.2023 12:00 - 20:00 | +5   A genre-defying musical mash-up of epic proportions, HERD is a major new project devised by composer Orlando Gough and produced by Artichoke as part o ...  Read more Musica Batley Summer Concert  Thu, 13.7.2023 18:30 - 20:00  Featuring all of Musica Batley's groups and choirs  Read more My Thousand Year Old Land  Thu, 13.7.2023 18:30 - 20:30  New play to based on stories and folk songs from Bosnian communities From New Vic Borderlines + community commemoration event by 6 Million + Charitabk ...  Read more Beowulf  Thu, 13.7.2023 19:30 - 21:00  CALLING ALL CHOIRS - SINGERS WANTED  Read more Dewsbury Pride  Sat, 15.7.2023 12:00 - 21:00  We are proud to be bringing pride to Dewsbury for the first time! With live music, stalls, crafts, fairground games & more!  Read more Music of Tomorrow: Get Your Music Heard - FREE 4 day music production workshops  Mon, 17.7.2023 11:00 - Thu, 20.7.2023 15:00  Join us for an intensive 4 day course led by music industry professionals from Kirklees to help you create and produce your own music!  Read more In Discussion with Des on Web3, NFTs and Blockchain in the Music Industry  Wed, 19.7.2023 18:00 - 19:30  We are excited to have Des Agyekumhene from Soga World come and talk to us about Web3, NFTs, Blockchain and how Soga services work in this area of the ...  Read more Yorkshire Day  Sun, 30.7.2023 11:00 - 16:00  Yorkshire Day at Oakwell Hall  Read more    Upcoming Festivals WOVEN WOVEN in Kirklees is a biennial festival that first took place in June 2019, with the next big event taking place in June 2023.  Read more Sangam Festival Sangam Festival: A Celebration of South Asian Heritage taking place during South Asian Heritage Month (18 July – 17 August 2022) across Kirklees  Read more Livefields Festival Livefields Festival  Read more Huddersfield Carnival Huddersfield African Caribbean Cultural Trust organises Huddersfield Carnival, a 2-day programme of events held annually in the second weekend of July  Read more Holmfirth Artweek One of the UK's largest open Art Exhibitions featuring the work of over 400 artists including painting, sculpture, ceramics, glass, metal, wood, texti  Read more    Workshops & Courses Fused Glass Flower Stake Workshop  Wed, 5.7.2023 18:30 - 20:00  Join Zoe in this one off workshop designing and creating beautiful colourful fused glass decorations.  Read more Song Geet Choir Taster Sessions  Wed, 5.7.2023 19:00 - 21:00  Come and try out singing with Song Geet, a choir for women of South Asian Heritage – and have the option to perform with them at Lawrence Batley Theat ...  Read more Bolly-Hudd Dance Workshops  Thu, 6.7.2023 18:00 - 19:30  Come along and learn some new moves at our FREE dance workshops!  Read more Relaxation Sound Bath  Thu, 6.7.2023 19:30 - 20:30  A place to rebalance the stresses of everyday life. Using universal and natural energy with holistic therapies to create a sense of calm.  Read more Zentangle Art  Sat, 8.7.2023 13:00 - 14:30  Make beautiful images from simple, repetitive patterns  Read more Creative Writing for wellbeing, Huddersfield  Tue, 11.7.2023 14:00 - 16:00 | +25   Writing is a great way for us to express our thoughts and feelings, and relieve tension or stress. No writing experience is needed to join this free w  Read more Welcome Session: Have a go and find out more about hoot  Wed, 12.7.2023 11:30 - 12:30  A welcome session is also a great way to get a taste of what hoot offers  Read more Holmfirth Arts Festival announces exciting line-up for 2023  Sat, 20.5.2023 19:00 - Fri, 13.10.2023 20:00  Holmfirth Arts Festival has announced its line-up for 2023, with events running from May to October and the main festival weekend on 17-18 June.  Read more View more by clicking  here    Latest news Sing and Sew with WOVEN and HERD HERD has joined forces with WOVEN textile festival to present Sing & Sew, a special programme to engage Kirklees communities in the district’s rich mu ...  Read more Hcmf// 2023 highlight events on sale now Opening Weekend Saver and Tickets for select events featuring Composer in Residence Jennifer Walshe at hcmf// 2023 are now on sale.  Read more Marching with Hepworth! An almost clean sweep at the Brighouse Lions March & Hymn Tune Contest brings a successful march contest season for Hepworth band to a close.  Read more AVAILABLE ARTIST STUDIO FOR HIRE IN SLAITHWAITE One of the artist studio spaces at Globe Arts Studio has become available. The beautiful room of just over 27 square metres of space has lots of natur ...  Read more    Opportunities to watch out for Creatives Unleashed in West Yorkshire - Wednesday 5 July Calling all imaginative minds and enterprising spirits in West Yorkshire! Join in on the transformative journey at "Creatives Unleashed," an event d ...  Read more Proper Job Seeking Actors We are looking for two actors, one female, one male to work with us on our new, large-scale production of Beowulf this Autumn, performances 8th to 1 ...  Read more Beyond Brontës: The Mayor’s Screen Diversity Programme Applications are now open to Beyond Brontës: The Mayor’s Screen Diversity Programme. For anyone aged 19 or over and living in West Yorkshire / Deadlin ...  Read more Arts Council England funding advice session at Textile Futures event WOVEN are hosting a short discussion session, aimed at practitioners and makers, with Arts Council England on 8 July, 12.30pm  Read more   Creative Kirklees © 2023 All Rights Reserved Creative Development Team PO Box 1720 HUDDERSFIELD HD1 9EL arts.creativity@kirklees.gov.uk Visit Us Privacy Policy Terms     News What's On Creative Directory Opportunities   Creative Kirklees Topic Update   Monday, July 3rd • Monday, July 10th Here's your weekly update based on your interests and topic choices. Thank you for subscribing.    Art & Exhibitions Stained Glass for all abilities with Terry MacCarthy  Tue, 4.7.2023 18:30 - 21:00  Learn the basics of stained glass with Terry MacCarthy  Read more Basic bookbinding @ Zapato  Tue, 4.7.2023 12:00 - 14:00  Join Zoe at Zapato, and learn some basic bookbinding techniques.  Read more Visual Arts Online Sessions for Wellbeing, hoot from home  Wed, 5.7.2023 12:45 - 13:45  Access the hoot from home website 24/7 and join a regular live chat  Read more Pen & Ink  Tue, 4.7.2023 18:30 - 20:00 | +1   Pen & ink workshop  Read more Textile Artists Nicola Perren & Dionne Swift in conversation  Wed, 5.7.2023 18:00 - 20:00  Local textile artists Dionne Swift and Nicola Perren will talk about their artist practice and their experiences of quilting communities.  Read more Fused Glass Flower Stake Workshop  Wed, 5.7.2023 18:30 - 20:00  Join Zoe in this one off workshop designing and creating beautiful colourful fused glass decorations.  Read more View more by clicking  here    Books & Literature Beginners Practical Photography Workshop  Wed, 5.7.2023 07:30 - 15:30  A relaxed and informal practical Photography workshop aimed at the complete Beginner or those looking to rekindle an old interest in Photography.  Read more Telling it Like It's Lived  Thu, 6.7.2023 18:30 - 19:30  True story open mic night  Read more Community Playreading Group  Tue, 4.7.2023 11:00 - 13:00  Round table reading of new and old plays  Read more Marsden Community Poetry Monthly Open Mic  Wed, 5.7.2023 19:30 - 21:30  The meetings will be held every second Wednesday of each month at Marsden Library, inside Mechanics Hall, Peel St, Marsden, Huddersfield HD7 6BW.  Read more  Festivals & Carnivals Huddersfield Carnival - July 8th 2023  Sat, 8.7.2023 12:00 - 20:00  Experience the highly anticipated Huddersfield Carnival on July 8, 2023, at Greenhead Park. All are welcome to enjoy a day filled with music, cuisine ...  Read more Livefields  Sat, 8.7.2023 13:00 - 23:30  Livefields Festival was founded to feature the UK’s top tribute acts for people from West Yorkshire, Manchester, Sheffield and beyond to enjoy.  Read more Livefields Festival  Sat, 8.7.2023 13:00 - 23:30  8th and 9th July 2023  Read more A Story Walk Around Holme Village (Summer) - Holmfirth Arts Festival  Sun, 9.7.2023 11:30 - 13:00  A family friendly walk with storytelling and music lead by Holmfirth Writer's Group  Read more Sangam Mela  Sun, 9.7.2023 12:00 - 19:00  The Sangam Mela is back! With stalls, food, family entertainment and music, music, music!  Read more    Film Shhh! Cinema: Radio On (18)  Sun, 9.7.2023 19:00 - 21:00  Classic British road movie with a killer soundtrack  Read more    Music Musica Holme Valley Summer Evening Concert  Mon, 3.7.2023 19:00 - 21:00  A celebratory concert showcasing the senior groups from Musica Holme Valley  Read more Community Wind Band Open Rehearsal  Tue, 4.7.2023 19:00 - 20:45 | +1   HD9 Community Wind Band open rehearsal July 4th - all Instruments and ages welcome. Minimum grade 2 standard please.  Read more Qawwali night with Imran Aziz Mian  Tue, 4.7.2023 19:00 - 21:00  A special Qawwali night with Imran Aziz Mian as part of the Sangam Festival 2023 programme.  Read more 321 Wednesdays Launch feat TopHats  Wed, 5.7.2023 01:00 - 03:00  Our new weekly 3-2-1 Wednesdays launch on 5th July feat Hudd's finest new indie band, TopHats. Joined by London fast rising indie-poppers, KIDS + loca ...  Read more Progress Music for wellbeing workshops, Huddersfield  Wed, 5.7.2023 14:30 - 16:30  Free group music-making workshop for adults  Read more Song Geet Choir Taster Sessions  Wed, 5.7.2023 19:00 - 21:00  Come and try out singing with Song Geet, a choir for women of South Asian Heritage – and have the option to perform with them at Lawrence Batley Theat ...  Read more View more by clicking  here    Workshops & Courses Growing Colour Together: S2R’s Cemetery Road Allotment Group Meeting  Mon, 3.7.2023 12:30 - 14:30  Come and join S2R Support to Recovery and artists to find out more growing plants for natural dyes  Read more Masterclass: How to Nail Your Next Audition with Leanne Rowley  Mon, 3.7.2023 18:00 - 19:30  Our Masterclasses are an informal programme of workshops, designed to allow you to try out a variety of creative careers and skills.  Read more Punch Needle Taster Session  Mon, 3.7.2023 18:00 - 20:00  Learn how to use different punch needle tools, materials and make a start on your own punch needle artwork.  Read more Perspective Drawing  Tue, 4.7.2023 13:00 - 14:30  One & two point  Read more Creative Writing for wellbeing, Huddersfield  Tue, 4.7.2023 14:00 - 16:00  Writing is a great way for us to express our thoughts and feelings, and relieve tension or stress. No writing experience is needed to join this free w  Read more Textile Futures  Sat, 8.7.2023 10:00 - 15:00  Tours, talks and demonstrations celebrating education, training and careers in textile manufacturing, science, innovation and design.  Read more View more by clicking  here    Theatre Twitchers - Zapato Brewery  Tue, 4.7.2023 19:00 - 21:00  Springwatch is coming to RSPB Shrikewing nature reserve. Jess, the Reserve Warden, can’t wait to show the world this special place, with its amazing ...  Read more A Force to be Reckoned With  Thu, 6.7.2023 19:30 - 21:20  In this arresting tale of law and order, join forces with Mikron Theatre Company as they investigate pioneering women in the police.  Read more A Force to be Reckoned With - Lawrence Batley Theatre  Thu, 6.7.2023 19:30 - 22:00  With handbag, whistle and a key to the Police Box, WPC Iris Armstrong is ready for whatever the mean streets of a 1950s market town throws at her. Fr ...  Read more Twitchers - New Mill Community Gardens  Sat, 8.7.2023 18:30 - 21:00  Springwatch is coming to RSPB Shrikewing nature reserve. Jess, the Reserve Warden, can’t wait to show the world this special place, with its amazing ...  Read more   Creative Kirklees © 2023 All Rights Reserved Creative Development Team PO Box 1720 HUDDERSFIELD HD1 9EL arts.creativity@kirklees.gov.uk