With the August bank holiday coming up, it’s the time to forget about work, shift yourself from the sofa and make the most of the long weekend.
We’ve picked out a few brilliant ideas to keep you entertained during this three day weekend, so whether you’re looking for places to take the kids or you’re simply on the lookout for events, take a look at our selection below:
The Boileroom’s Street Party
The Boileroom is holding its annual street party. Held in the Main Room there’s no chance of getting wet and you can hear some of the areas best live bands including their own youth music programme The Project.
There will be delicious local ales and beers from the Little Beer Co. pop-up bar, crafting for beginners, vintage tearoom, clothing and bric-a-brac stalls, face painting and workshops so something for all the family.
More information at http://www.theboileroom.net/listings/
When: Sunday 31 from noon. Free Entry
Wings and Wheels
Be wowed at Dunsfold this August Bank Holiday weekend, as wings and wheels returns with an outstanding variety of dynamic variation and motoring displays.
When: Saturday August 29 and Sunday August 30
Tickets: Adults prices vary from £22-£28, Child ticket £7, Family ticket prices vary from £50-£60
Find more information at: http://www.wingsandwheels.net/
The Egham Royal Show
The Egham royal show is a very popular annual event which collates together a diverse variety of horticultural and agricultural themes, along with many other entertainment features.
When: Saturday August 29 and Sunday August 30
Tickets: Adult ticket prices vary from £10-£15, concession tickets vary from £9-£13, children go free.
Find more information at: http://www.eghamroyalshow.org.uk/
Bocketts Farm
For families with little ones, Bocketts Farm, near Leatherhead, provides an amazing day out where you can cuddle cute rabbits and feed many of the wonderful farm animals. Whether you want to take a pony ride or hop on a trailer, Bocketts farm has a variety of activities to offer.
When: Bocketts farm is open every day, all year round, between 10am and 5:30pm.
Tickets: Adults £9.30, Child: £9.95
Find more information at: http://www.bockettsfarm.co.uk/
Afternoon Tea
Can you think of a more typically British way to spend a bank holiday than sitting in the sunshine with afternoon tea?
In or around Guildford, there are some great places to sample the best afternoon tea Surrey has to offer, including the delightful Langshott Manor.
How about indulging in the Alice tea at the Radisson Blue Guildford? Or maybe take tea within the the grounds of the grand stately home that is Loseley park?
Wherever you may choose, we can think of no better way to relax and unwind.
So in order to make the most of your long weekend, get planning!