Events calendar United Kingdom

From the beaches of the Isle of Wight, enjoy a unique spectacle at this time of year: over 1,200 yachts and 10,000 sailors set off from the prestigious Royal Yacht Squadron yacht club in Cowes for a 50-mile race around the island. This is the world's largest yacht race and one of the UK's biggest sporting events. If you'd like to take part, find the best vantage points or find out more about the race, visit the event website.

For 10 days since 2001, the pretty city of Bath pays tribute to the author who lived there. The festivities are numerous: costumed walks and balls, a parade of soldiers and a brass band, guided tours and walks, theatrical performances... Over 5,000 people come to enjoy a timeless atmosphere in the footsteps of Jane Austen. An immersive event that plunges you into the heart of the English Regency era. In 2025, the festival will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the author's birth, so it's sure to be a great event!

Camp Bestival promises an unforgettable weekend for the whole family! Founded in 2008 on the grounds of Lulworth Castle, this festival has already played host to major artists such as Ed Sheeran and Ellie Goulding. As well as concerts, the whole family can enjoy a wide range of entertainment: theater, axe-throwing, DJ sets, dance and circus workshops, bushcraft, construction games, wellness workshops, fancy dress parades, roller disco, bouncy castles, and lots of children's games... all in a giant funfair atmosphere!

If you've ever dreamed of discovering the secrets of Buckingham Palace, every summer we open our doors to you for an exclusive tour of rooms closed to the public. You'll pass through the White Drawing Room, one of the most intimate rooms in the palace, where Elizabeth II held her audiences and appointments, and discover the Throne Room, the Ballroom and the gardens. You'll also pass the Grand Staircase, sublimated by portraits of former monarchs. Don't forget to book!

Here's a typical English event! In the Cotwolds, Bank Holiday Monday is the occasion for joyous festivities. More than a hundred attractions, producers' stalls and craftsmen bring South Cerney to life in a friendly atmosphere, with live music all day long. Don't miss the famous duck race: over a hundred numbered yellow plastic ducks race down the river. Which one will win?

Every year at Blenheim Palace, during the Bank Holiday weekend, the gardens come alive and fill up with small gastronomic stands featuring local produce, local beer and cocktails. Added to this are culinary demonstrations, the presence of numerous chefs and gastronomic experts, and small concerts to liven up the festival. A wonderful opportunity to picnic with family and friends in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

Currently known as the Utilita Arena Cardiff, this is a venue for concerts and other events such as sports nights. On their website, you'll find a full schedule of events over several weeks, plus all the information you need to get there. On site, there's a wide choice of food and drink, including The Danish Quarter, a Nordic-style bar with a wide selection of beers. We appreciate the varied program, which caters for everyone, from the very young to the very old.

The streets of Greenwich and East London play host to concerts and shows of all kinds and for all ages, during this huge open-air festival. Theater, dance, art installations and music are all on the bill. Artists from all over the world are on hand to celebrate the creative diversity of the outdoor arts through top-quality performances. There is also an intelligent emphasis on the creation of works directed by deaf and disabled artists.

This event is organized by CAMRA, the association for the defense of real ales. This association fights for the preservation of pubs and the defense of local producers. It brings together a huge selection of authentic and international beers (over 800 in all), ciders and thousands of drinkers under the Olympia roof. Street-food stalls, concerts, games and entertainment complete the line-up for this unusual event.

To celebrate the end of the year, thousands of revelers gather in Trafalgar Square, swaying arm in arm, singing Auld Lang Syne ("It's only goodbye, brothers"). Despite the hustle and bustle, the presence of drunks and pickpockets, and the occasional brawl, the event continues to draw large crowds. A fireworks display and the Big Ben carillon, magnificently restored after extensive renovation work, are also on the program.

In London, the London Wonderground is a performing arts complex offering cultural events and festivals. It is housed in a charming 1920s-style tent called Spiegeltent. The venue offers a variety of shows featuring internationally renowned talent in the fields of cabaret and burlesque. In addition to the performances, the London Wonderground also offers bars, food stalls and rides to keep visitors entertained. The site is open during the summer season, offering a lively, festive atmosphere.

A day to discover whisky! Stands of the different distilleries of the country will be present, with the possibility of tastings, purchases and discoveries. Masterclasses and various events are organized. Shuttle buses run from Dumfries to the exhibition hall and an on-site cafeteria provides a snack between tasting dramas. 2020 will mark the tenth edition of a show which, little by little, has made its place in the calendar of whisky lovers