Music , Festival , History & heritage , Theme attractions
February 6th 2012 - December 16th 2012
In 2012, Medway will be celebrating the bicentenary of the birth of Charles Dickens. The year will bring many activities and events to commemorate the 200th anniversary of one of Britain's best loved authors.
Two large festivals are staged each year in June and December to celebrate Medway's connections with Charles Dickens, and in 2012 Medway will play its part in a year of internat...
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Outdoor , Eating out , Shopping
February 8th 2012 - February 8th 2012
Night Markets
From Shanghai to Sheffield - a new series of Night Markets will bring a touch of east to city shoppers. The first event will be held on Wednesday, February 8, from 8am until 9pm in Barker's Pool.
Co-organiser James Peterson of JC Market Events said his plan to hold a monthly event in Barker's Pool has been inspired by four years of living in China. "Night markets are a way of life ...
Festival , Culture & art
February 10th 2012 - February 24th 2012
Stoke Your Fires Film Festival celebrates regional, national and international filmmaking and focuses on inspiring people, promoting local talent and creating oppportunities. The Festival embraces innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship across all forms of animation, digital media and filmmaking....
Culture & art , History & heritage , Museums & galleries
February 11th 2012 - June 17th 2012
Leeds City Museum is proud to be hosting a major touring exhibition, 'Pharaoh: King of Egypt', from The British Museum in 2012. Featuring over 130 breathtaking objects from the British Museum's collection, this blockbuster exhibition at Leeds City Museum will explore the different roles of the King of Egypt, as head of state, chief priest and commander of the army. Marvel at the tomb s...
Family activities , Outdoor , History & heritage , Festival
April 8th 2012 - April 9th 2012
A great family day out. Hundreds of spectacular steam and transport exhibits. Classic cars, vintage commercial vehicles and buses, motorbikes, steam and traction engines as well as parades each day. Family entertainment, shows and much more......