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Chelsea Flower Show

The Chelsea Flower Show is an annual event organised by the Royal Horticultural Society and since its inception in 1913, has been recognised as the foremost show of its kind in the world. An immensely popular event, the show draws crowds of thousands...  see full details

Wimbledon Tennis Championships

The Wimbledon Championships are the highlight of the year's tennis calendar, bringing together the world's leading tennis professionals in a battle for glory. The first championship event at Wimbledon dates back to 1877, but the first Ladies' Singles championship was only introduced in 1884....  see full details

Notting Hill Carnival

The first Notting Hill Carnival took place in 1964 when London's Caribbean community introduced the carnival to ease racial tensions. Since then it has become a popular and colourful annual event celebrated by more than two million Londoners of all backgrounds. It is the...  see full details

Edinburgh Festival

Widely hailed to be one of the most important celebrations of the arts in the world, the Edinburgh International Festival is now more than 50 years old, and is held every year during the summer months. Artists, performers, musicians, writers and anyone else wishing...  see full details

Birmingham International Carnival

A huge festival in the spirit of the Caribbean, the Birmingham International Carnival attracts thousands of revellers each year for a day of non-stop, music, fun and dancing, where all are welcome to celebrate Birmingham's diverse community. Market stalls proffering arts and arts, Caribbean...  see full details

V Festival Chelmsford

Richard Branson's answer to the popular music festivals during the British summers offers many of the biggest live acts from around the world. The festival is noted for its professionalism, and low queuing times ensuring its sold-out status every year. Like the Carling festivals,...  see full details

Glastonbury Festival

The largest festival of music in the United Kingdom sees over 100,000 in attendance each year. The biggest names in music attract weekenders and day visitors to the muddy fields outside the town of Glastonbury. The festival has a heritage with arts and...  see full details

Open Golf Championship

The R&A (Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews), the world rules and development body of golf, has been in charge of the Open Golf Championship since 1920, although the event dates back to 1870, making it the oldest and most prestigious...  see full details

Belfast Marathon

For over 25 years, the Belfast City Marathon has attracted thousands of participants and spectators. As well as a full marathon, there is also a walk, wheelchair race, team relay race and a fun run. Don't miss the pre-marathon Pasta Party at City...  see full details

Aberdeen Highland Games

The beautiful Hazelhead Park comes alive with kilt-wearing, burly Scotsmen and women participating in a number of traditional Highland Games such as Caber Tossing and Hammer Throwing. Soak up the true Scottish atmosphere with pipe band competitions, giddy highland dancing and various exciting, often...  see full details