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Britain's best events this week

A weekly roundup of the best events taking place across the length and breadth of Britain.



London

Twelfth Night | 22 - 23 Jul 2014 at Nonsuch Park, Cheam - Twelfth Night Mayhem Theatre Company Why this is very midsummer madness! Mayhem's Summer Shakespeare returns, with one of his most enduringly popular comedies. Shipwrecked on the shores of Illyria and believing her twin brother, Sebastian, to be drowned, young noblewoman, Viola, sets out determined to survive in this strange land. Disguising herself as a man, she joins the household of Duke Orsino, who is pining for the reclusive Countess Olivia. When she sets out to woo Olivia on Orsino's behalf, a whirlwind of events unfolds involving mistaken identity, cunning tricks and the folly of ambition and love

Performance | 23 - 27 Jul 2014 at 382-386, 388-390 & 414-428, Milton Keynes - Open10am " 3pm Daily Cost Free Public Admission Performance was conceived early in 2012 as British excitement grew in anticipation of hosting the Olympics. Local sporting events were photographed as communities played their part in preparing for the Games. Other photographers concentrated on artistic events, from dance and theatre to street performance and music. This exhibition highlights the transitory nature of action-orientated photography Performance is a touring photographic exhibition created and supported by The Photographic Angle

Aynsley Lister Band | 24 Jul 2014 at Farnham Maltings, Farnham - Doors: 8:15pm. Admission: £12. Age restrictions: All Ages. Box office: 01252 793430

Audi International polo | 26 - 27 Jul 2014 at Guards Polo Club, Egham - The Audi International Polo is one of the world's greatest polo days. Sponsored by Audi for the first time in 2012, this spectator day of polo is organised by Guard's Polo Club and the Hurlingham Polo Association (HPA). This year the Audi England team will face their toughest opponents - a world-class Argentine team in a battle for the impressive Coronation Cup. This year the competition will be taking place on Saturday 26th July 2014

Glorious Goodwood | 29 Jul - 2 Aug 2014 at Goodwood Racecourse, Chichester - The racecourse is awash with colour. A vibrant sea of Panamas, Pimm's and panache. The scene is set for the world's greatest horses and jockeys to do battle as they strive for top honours at our iconic five-day Festival meeting.Be inspired by a rich horseracing heritage and experience the delights of an afternoon at 'Glorious'

South

Twelfth Night | 22 - 23 Jul 2014 at Nonsuch Park, Cheam - Twelfth Night Mayhem Theatre Company Why this is very midsummer madness! Mayhem's Summer Shakespeare returns, with one of his most enduringly popular comedies. Shipwrecked on the shores of Illyria and believing her twin brother, Sebastian, to be drowned, young noblewoman, Viola, sets out determined to survive in this strange land. Disguising herself as a man, she joins the household of Duke Orsino, who is pining for the reclusive Countess Olivia. When she sets out to woo Olivia on Orsino's behalf, a whirlwind of events unfolds involving mistaken identity, cunning tricks and the folly of ambition and love

Aynsley Lister Band | 24 Jul 2014 at Farnham Maltings, Farnham - Doors: 8:15pm. Admission: £12. Age restrictions: All Ages. Box office: 01252 793430

Audi International polo | 26 - 27 Jul 2014 at Guards Polo Club, Egham - The Audi International Polo is one of the world's greatest polo days. Sponsored by Audi for the first time in 2012, this spectator day of polo is organised by Guard's Polo Club and the Hurlingham Polo Association (HPA). This year the Audi England team will face their toughest opponents - a world-class Argentine team in a battle for the impressive Coronation Cup. This year the competition will be taking place on Saturday 26th July 2014

Glorious Goodwood | 29 Jul - 2 Aug 2014 at Goodwood Racecourse, Chichester - The racecourse is awash with colour. A vibrant sea of Panamas, Pimm's and panache. The scene is set for the world's greatest horses and jockeys to do battle as they strive for top honours at our iconic five-day Festival meeting.Be inspired by a rich horseracing heritage and experience the delights of an afternoon at 'Glorious'

Performance | 30 Jul - 3 Aug 2014 at Forum One,, Fareham, - Open10am 3pm Daily Cost Free Public Admission Performance was conceived early in 2012 as British excitement grew in anticipation of hosting the Olympics. Local sporting events were photographed as communities played their part in preparing for the Games. Other photographers concentrated on artistic events, from dance and theatre to street performance and music. This exhibition highlights the transitory nature of action-orientated photography Performance is a touring photographic exhibition created and supported by The Photographic Angle

Midlands

Warwick Folk Festival | 25 - 27 Jul 2014 at Warwick School, Warwick - Join us for a weekend folk festival of the very best in traditional and contemporary folk arts *Concerts * Ceilidhs * Dance * Song * Workshops * Sessions * Theatre * Street Festival * Crafts * and more! Warwick Folk Festival: Tradition in the heart of England

Cosford Food Festival | 26 - 27 Jul 2014 at RAF Museum Cosford, Shifnal - This summer, food lovers from across the Midlands will get the chance to sample some of the region's best cooked dishes and tastiest treats, as Cosford holds its annual food festival. Following on from the success of last year's event, local businesses, including many delicious award winning brands, will be exhibiting some of the region's finest food and beverages. With everything from organic produce to handmade indulgences and thirst quenching beverages, there is sure to be something to suit everyone's taste buds. Taking place on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th July, this food festival with a twist will take place outdoors with the Hercules acting as a backdrop for the food market

Kings Bromley Show | 26 Jul 2014 at Kings Bromley Showground, Burton on Trent - Annual country show this year themed on The Seaside. A great value, full day out for all the family ALL MORNING FROM 9.30 - Horse Classes ALL DAY FROM 10 UNTIL 5 £" Amusements including funfair & the Reach Up Challenge, Craft Fair with demonstrations, NEW Food Fair, Non-commercial stands to inform & entertain. Refreshment & Trade stands

Flagg Challenge 2014 | 27 Jul 2014 at Ashgate Hospice, Chesterfield - The Derbyshire Times and JE James Cycles Flagg Bike Challenge - Sunday 27th July 2014 Take on the challenge of a 55, 25 or 10 mile sponsored cycle for Ashgate Hospice Come along and join us on the Flagg Challenge, a great opportunity for you to cycle a specially planned and marshalled route, free of troublesome traffic with fantastic landmarks to keep you on track. You can choose from a number of route lengths, all starting from Ashgate Hospice. The 55 mile route will take riders from Old Brampton into the beautiful Peak District, where they will experience great views from the top of Flagg, Birchover, Rowsley, the Chatsworth Estate and more. The 25 mile route will go via Cutthorpe, Baslow, Curbar, Ashford-in-the-Water, Pilsley and Baslow before coming back to Ashgate Hospice via Old Brampton

OnslaughtOnslaught | O2 Academy 2 Birmingham
Onslaught | Today at O2 Academy 2 Birmingham, Birmingham - Onslaught appears live in Birmingham, West Midlands at O2 Academy 2 Birmingham on Monday, 21 July 2014. For ticket prices to watch Onslaught at O2 Academy 2 Birmingham, see the list of tickets available for Onslaught.

East

whist drive | Today at Beetley village hall military whist drive, Nr Dereham - This is a very friendly military whist drive which is played in teams of 4 everyone is welcome as the teams can be made up on arrival. If you like a game of whist come and join us every 3rd Monday of the month We also have a raffle 50p per strip of 5 tickets with proceeds going towards our special Christmas drive. We look forward to seeing you.

Mike Dignam | 23 Jul 2014 at Waterfront, Norwich - Mike Dignam at Waterfront live on Wednesday, 23 July 2014 in Norwich, Norfolk. For tickets to see Mike Dignam at Waterfront, see the list of ticket prices.

Adnams Nights | 25 Jul 2014 at Newmarket Racecourse, Newmarket - Adnams Nights at Newmarket Racecourse in Newmarket on Friday, 25 July 2014. We love live events, and we know you love them too. That's why we've created a ticket price comparison service that compares tickets from reputable companies including Ticketmaster, GetMeIn, Viagogo, Seatwave and Stubhub, that does some magic in the database and pulls it all out nicely so you can see who's offering the cheapest ticket prices. So, now there's no more scouring the web for the best deal - the hard work is done for you

UB40UB40 | Newmarket Racecourse
UB40 | 25 Jul 2014 at Newmarket Racecourse, Newmarket - UB40 is an English reggae band from Birmingham. They are a hugely successful group with record sales topping 70 million albums world wide. Famed for hit singles such as 'Can't help falling in Love with You', 'Red Red Wine' and 'I Got you Babe', they have released 62 singles in total and 17 studio albums, the latest of which was 'Best of Labour of Love' in 2009.

Essex Castle bike ride | 26 Jul 2014 at Castle Park, Colchester - Enjoy a great day's cycling and raise vital funds for Age UK Essex & Colchester at the same time! This ride offers three beautiful circular routes, all starting in Colchester, taking you along the quiet country lanes and through the picturesque villages of North Essex.

North West

Cosford Food Festival | 26 - 27 Jul 2014 at RAF Museum Cosford, Shifnal - This summer, food lovers from across the Midlands will get the chance to sample some of the region's best cooked dishes and tastiest treats, as Cosford holds its annual food festival. Following on from the success of last year's event, local businesses, including many delicious award winning brands, will be exhibiting some of the region's finest food and beverages. With everything from organic produce to handmade indulgences and thirst quenching beverages, there is sure to be something to suit everyone's taste buds. Taking place on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th July, this food festival with a twist will take place outdoors with the Hercules acting as a backdrop for the food market

Kings Bromley Show | 26 Jul 2014 at Kings Bromley Showground, Burton on Trent - Annual country show this year themed on The Seaside. A great value, full day out for all the family ALL MORNING FROM 9.30 - Horse Classes ALL DAY FROM 10 UNTIL 5 £" Amusements including funfair & the Reach Up Challenge, Craft Fair with demonstrations, NEW Food Fair, Non-commercial stands to inform & entertain. Refreshment & Trade stands

NORMANNIS RE-ENACTMENT | 26 - 27 Jul 2014 at Lancaster Castle, Lancaster - Once again 12th Century Re-enactment Society Historia Normannis, are returning to Lancaster Castle to show us what medieval life in a 12th Century castle was really like. See authentic cooking with recipes from the period, enjoy the armoury exhibit and see soldiers and militia training for war in the courtyard. Have a look around what a camp would look like on campaign and visit the Earl's Pavilion Tent and see how the Medieval elite live! With a large battle, fashion shows, archery and coin striking available for all ages, it'll promise to be a weekend to remember!

Ska Face | 26 Jul 2014 at Citadel Arts Centre, St Helens - Formed from the desire to return to the classic sounds of their youth, Ska Face contain ten individual members with a combined age of over 450 years between them. Old enough to know better but young and foolish enough to attempt to re-write the rule book and enjoy music with the passion and honesty that it was designed for. An antidote to the mass meritocracy that is played across the country in a world dominated by media hype, spin and untruths. There is no better remedy to a stressful week than a few cheeky drinks and dancing like a loon, and that's just the band! Ska Face have sparked a 2 Tone revival across the north of England

Avenue Q | 21 - 23 Jul 2014 at St. Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens - Avenue Q tells the funny story of Princeton, a US college graduate who has moved to the New York neighbourhood of Avenue Q in order to discover his purpose in life. Full of hilarious songs including 'If you Were Gay', 'The Internet is for Porn', and 'It Sucks to be Me', the puppet musical won 2004 Tony Awards for Best New Musical, Best New Book of a Musical and Best Originall Score.

North East

Digital Fireside | 23 Jul 2014 at Google Hangout, Settle - Continuing our series of two Digital Firesides we're doing another one! This session is for parents and children. A chance to share and listen to stories with your children in the comfort of your own home. Professional storytellers will be at hand to share tales. So indulge in your passion to share stories and join us

Pirates & Princesses | 24 Jul 2014 at Kirkley Hall Zoological Gardens, Ponteland - Come along and join our resident pirate Captain Raggy Beard for our Pirates and Princesses day here at Kirkley Hall Zoological Gardens. The day will be packed with fun and adventure including games, treasure hunts and story telling. Remember to come dressed as either a pirate or a princess as the best costumes will win a prize!

ToyahToyah | The Duchess York
Toyah | 24 Jul 2014 at The Duchess York, York - Music knows no time, gender or geographical boundaries. 70s and early 80s of the nineteenth century is known for giving music a new, different and interesting lease of life. Punk became a rage and a woman who made it larger than life was Toyah Willcox. Toyah, the band which became a cult for amazing punk music which released albums that kept the cash registers ringing

Beach Boys | 25 Jul 2014 at York Racecourse, York - The Beach Boys are an American treasure. Known for their fun, light hearted, California centric sound, this band has rocked the world with surfer style music since the early 1960s! They are one of the most popular and award winning bands in music history. Their most successful album is without a doubt, Pet Sounds. This album has been cited time and again by younger rockers and their contemporaries as one of the most musically influential albums of all time

WHAKKINELL LIVE | 25 Jul 2014 at The Yeadon Tarn, Yeadon - WHAKKINELL continue their No sleep to the Final Whistle UK Tour, so come along listen to some great music and groove the night away.

Scotland

Bianco: Here be Dragons | 29 Jul - 25 Aug 2014 at NoFit State Big Top, Edinburgh - Following last year's explosive success, NoFit State Circus returns with a re-invented version of Bianco, featuring brand new acts in their unique, subversive and sensational style. Bianco is a physical and sensual journey through a visceral landscape, inhabited by women and men, their fears, doubts and hopes. Set to intoxicating live music this is a promenade production that spins above, around and alongside the swirling crowd, immersing you in a constantly revolving world and leaving you feeling exhilarated and totally seduced Bianco is a promenade performance. "A huge, restless party vibe" The Times "Hauntingly beautiful" The Herald "Anything could happen" The Scotsman "Joyful, unashamed pleasure" The Guardian Location NoFit State Big Top Venue 194 Fountainbridge Brewery Edinburgh EH3 9RX Times and Dates 29 July " 25 August Tuesday " Friday 20:00 Saturday 15:00 & 20:00 Sunday 16:00 Monday 25 August 20:00 Prices Previews (29 " 31 July) £15 Full Price £20 Concessions £18 Tickets and more information www

Conor Oberst | Today at O2 ABC Glasgow, Glasgow - Conor Oberst performs live at O2 ABC Glasgow in Glasgow, Lanarkshire on Monday, 21 July 2014. Buy and compare your tickets for Conor Oberst at O2 ABC Glasgow now.

Ron Pope | 24 Jul 2014 at Liquid Room, Edinburgh - Ron Pope at Liquid Room live on Thursday, 24 July 2014 in Edinburgh, East Lothian. A popular live music event taking place on the Thursday, 24 July 2014 that will see tickets sell out quickly. Buy tickets for Ron Pope at Liquid Room by comparing ticket prices from top UK ticket companies.

Waka Flocka Flame | 24 Jul 2014 at O2 ABC Glasgow, Glasgow - Waka Flocka Flame at O2 ABC Glasgow in Glasgow on Thursday, 24 July 2014. We don't want you to have to trawl the web searching for the cheapest Waka Flocka Flame tickets, so we've done the legwork for you. Compare Ticketmaster, Viagogo, GetMeIn, Seatwave and Stubhub ticket prices and relax, knowing that you won't be ripped off or scammed by unscrupulous ticket touts.

Broadway on the Coast | 26 Jul 2014 at Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine - Take a trip down to the coast and listen to the very best of Broadway and West End songs from the worlds greatest musicals. Broadway On The Coast' brings you the very best of Musical Theatre to Ayrshire. Capall Dorcha Presents this spectacular 2 hour show from all your favourite musicals. So come along for the music and the banter and enjoy a night to remember!

Wales

Ron Pope | Today at The Globe, Cardiff - Ron Pope at The Globe live on Monday, 21 July 2014 in Cardiff, Glamorgan. A popular live music event taking place on the Monday, 21 July 2014 that will see tickets sell out quickly. Buy tickets for Ron Pope at The Globe by comparing ticket prices from top UK ticket companies.

Paul Weller | 24 Jul 2014 at Cardiff Castle, Cardiff - Famed for his success with the band 'The Jam' from 1976-82, Paul Weller is considered to be a successful national, rather than international musician. His lyrics are rooted in British culture and he is often associated with the 1970s/80s 'mod-revival', earning him the title the 'Modfather'. Weller played with 'The Style Council' until 1989 then re-established himself as a solo artist. He released 10 solo albums between 1992-2010, the latest being 'Wake up the Nation'

FoxesFoxes | Weston-super-Mare beach
Foxes | 25 Jul 2014 at Weston-super-Mare beach, Weston Super Mare - Foxes at Weston-super-Mare Beach in Weston Super Mare on Friday, 25 July 2014. We search the UK's top ticket companies for the best seats at the best prices so you don't have to, so you can watch Foxes live in the knowledge that you've got them at the best available price.

MARGAM CASTLE GHOST HUNT | 25 - 26 Jul 2014 at Margam Castle, Port Talbot - Margam Castle Ghost Hunt.. Margam Castle,Port Talbot,SA13 2TJ Date 25th July 2014 8.00pm - 4

Remembering WW1 | 26 Jul 2014 at Cilgerran Castle, Cilgerran - A guided talk and walk at the castle with local historian Glen Johnson, telling of the effects of WW1 on Cilgerran and the surrounding area. Also a small exhibition commemorating the men from Cilgerran named on the war memorial which is on the castle gate. All day. Normal admission Site open daily from 10am to 5pm



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