Caister Festival 2026 Cancelled - Committee Issues
The popular Caister Festival on the Norfolk coast has been cancelled for 2026 due to shortages of committee members, disappointing thousands of fans who attended last year's record-breaking event.
Category : Cultural Festivals
Birmingham Chinese New Year 2026: Events Guide
Birmingham prepares for Chinese New Year 2026 with free events in Chinatown, Hippodrome Square and city centre, featuring lion dances, performances and cultural activities throughout February.
Birmingham Chinese New Year 2026 Programme Announced
Birmingham's Chinese New Year celebrations for 2026 will feature a free six-day festival with lion processions, markets, performances and family activities throughout February half term.
UB40: 'Criminal' Pub Closures Threaten Birmingham's Music Heritage
Reggae legends UB40 mark their 47th anniversary by visiting their first venue, warning that pub closures are erasing Birmingham's musical history and community spaces.
Yungblud's Birmingham Boots Stop Before Grammy Show
Rock star Yungblud visited a Birmingham Boots store and Asha's restaurant before delivering a Grammy-winning tribute to Ozzy Osbourne at Villa Park Stadium.
Lunar New Year 2024: Year of the Horse Begins
The Lunar New Year commences on February 17, 2024, marking the Year of the Horse. Discover the symbolism, zodiac insights, and global celebrations of this vibrant festival.
Rochdale's Cultural Events: Music, Theatre & Film
Discover Rochdale's vibrant arts scene with swing bands, classical concerts, theatre productions, and educational films addressing domestic abuse awareness for young people.
Budapest Design Week Highlights City's Culture
Budapest Design Week showcases the Hungarian capital's dynamic arts scene, with new museums, historic tours, and culinary delights enhancing its cultural appeal for UK travellers.
£59k Arts Grant to Revitalise Mercer Hall in Great Harwood
Hyndburn Leisure has received £59,515 from Arts Council England to launch a new arts and culture programme at Mercer Hall in Great Harwood, Lancashire, featuring music, dance, and literary events.
Telegraph Ranks UK's Biggest Towns Best to Worst
A new ranking by The Telegraph lists Britain's 25 most populous towns from best to worst, based on attractions, architecture, and culture, with surprising results.
Plymouth Favourite for City of Culture 2029
Plymouth ranks as second favourite to win the UK City of Culture 2029 title, with Exeter trailing as an outsider according to betting predictions.
Cirencester History Festival 2026 Returns to Cotswolds
The Cirencester History Festival is set to return for its third year in autumn 2026, featuring talks, music, film, workshops, and family activities across seventeen historic venues in the Cotswolds market town.
Herefordshire Bids to Be UK's First County of Culture
Herefordshire Council submits an Expression of Interest to become the UK's inaugural County of Culture in 2029, potentially securing £10 million for a landmark cultural programme.
Southport's February Half-Term: Events for All
Discover Southport's vibrant February half-term events, from the immersive Lightport showcase and messy Mudfest to romantic Valentine's retreats and creative Galentine's gatherings.
ALSO26 Festival Announces 2026 Line-up and Theme
The ALSO Festival returns for its 13th edition in July 2026 with the theme 'Oh Fortuna', featuring Claudia Hammond, Jamie Bartlett, and diverse activities from science talks to wellness sessions.
Diana Ross and RAYE to Headline Brighton Pride 2026
Brighton & Hove Pride reveals Diana Ross and RAYE as headliners for its 35th anniversary event in August 2026, featuring a two-day festival at Preston Park.
Rochdale's Cultural Boom: Theatre Upgrades and Poetry
Rochdale's arts scene is thriving with major theatre refurbishments, including Heywood Civic and Curtain Theatre, alongside poetry events celebrating Northern identity and diverse community activities.
Jason Momoa's X-Rated Love Letter to Birmingham
Hollywood star Jason Momoa expresses his deep affection for Birmingham, praising Brummies as 'outstanding' and revealing his profound connection to the city's musical heritage.
Claudia Jessie's Birmingham Life and Bridgerton Romance
Discover the real life of Bridgerton actress Claudia Jessie, from her unconventional Birmingham upbringing on a houseboat to her relationship with the show's casting director.
Clarkson's Farm Festival Coming to Warwickshire
Jeremy Clarkson's new Great British Farm-Fest launches at Stoneleigh Park with TV stars and music icons including Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Kaiser Chiefs.
Halal Food Hall Opens in Birmingham with Iftar Launch
ArtQuarter in Digbeth is launching Birmingham's first fully halal food hall, featuring global cuisine, immersive art, and community Iftar events ahead of Eid celebrations.
Elan Valley Dark Sky Festival 2026 Programme Announced
The Elan Valley Trust announces its inaugural Dark Sky Festival in March 2026, celebrating over ten years of International Dark Sky Park status with nocturnal walks, stargazing workshops, and astronomy talks across Rhayader.
Tulip Garden Returns with Dutch Food and Music
Tulleys Tulip Garden in Warwickshire opens for spring 2026 with over 100 tulip varieties, Dutch street food, and acoustic music performances near Birmingham.
Tulleys Tulip Garden Returns for Spring 2026
Tulleys Tulip Garden in Hatton, Warwickshire, is back for 2026 with over 100 tulip varieties, Dutch street food, live music, and scenic photo spots from March to May.
Vernon Kay Surprised by Midlands Pub News on Radio 2
BBC Radio 2 presenter Vernon Kay was unaware of the fate of The Crooked House pub, once dubbed Britain's wonkiest, during a discussion on his show.
Nottingham Light Night 2025: Free Family Festival
Nottingham Light Night returns for its 18th year in February 2025, offering a free, family-friendly festival of light installations, performances, and activities across the city centre over two nights.
Tractor World Show Returns to Malvern in February 2026
The Tractor World Show returns to Malvern's Three Counties Showground on February 21-22, 2026, promising more exhibits, displays, and bargains than ever before across four halls and outdoor areas.
Festival of Thrift Returns to Kirkleatham in 2026
The Festival of Thrift announces its return to Kirkleatham Museum in Redcar and Cleveland for July 2026, marking a new multi-year partnership with the local council to promote sustainability and community.
Emilia Fox's Favourite Birmingham Restaurants and Filming Locations
Actress Emilia Fox shares her love for Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter and favourite food spots, including Shababs and Trentina, as Silent Witness films its 29th season in the city.
Great Dunmow's Giant Bookshop Festival on June 13
Great Dunmow in Essex will host a unique one-day literary festival on June 13, transforming the town into a giant bookshop with nearly 100 shops and authors participating to celebrate books and the local high street.
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