Get to the Lake District by hook or by crook this year, if you wish to experience one of the country’s most traditional rural events, amidst some of Britain’s most breathtaking scenery.
This friendly and relaxed country day out has been part of the area’s heritage since 1901. Visitors are welcome and can get a great view from a hill dividing two different courses on which dogs perform. Their enjoyment is enhanced by amusing commentary from Cumbria Tourism’s Personality of the Year, Glenn Tubman, who has commentated at this event for 50 years.
Today’s picture of the day is of Blackpool Tower. It is Blackpool’s most famous landmark and offers a variety of fantastic shows and entertainment. Enjoy the Tower Top Ride or the terrifying Walk of Faith, visit the Undersea World and Dinosaur Ride.
An exclusive chance to see the private Japanese garden in the grounds of the Farncombe Estate which is home to the Dormy House Hotel, near Broadway, accompanied by its award winning designer Julian Dowle, are highlights of the hotel’s first ever residential garden tour to be held this autumn. The Japanese garden was designed by Julian Dowle for Mr Jørgen Philip-Sørensen who has owned the Dormy House Hotel and the Farncombe Estate for over thirty years. Julian was the first garden designer to win 3 gold medals at Chelsea Flower Show.
Guests will not only be shown around the garden by Julian himself but will also have the chance to hear expert tips on how to make a garden into a show garden in an after dinner formal talk. Being held over the course of 3 days from Wednesday 9th to Friday 11th September 2009, the residential tour at the 4 star hotel in the Cotswolds will also take in tours of local gardens including the privately owned Kiftsgate, Hidcote Manor, Sezincote and Sudeley Castle.
The £350 cost per person covers all formal meals, accommodation in luxury rooms and transport over the 3-day period from arrival at midday on the Wednesday to departure at 3.00pm on the Friday.
Today’s picture of the day is of the Museum of Edinburgh. It lies within a range of 16th and 17th Century buildings in centre of Edinburgh’s old town. Inside the museum visitors can learn about the history of the city from the earliest settlement to the present. It is free to enter.
No, not just to Edinburgh and the Castle… go and see other places too. Here’s comedian Billy Connolly’s light-hearted take on his homeland, the Scottish people and some of the idiots who visit! (Warning: the video does include some bad language.)
Ambleside Sports has been one of the Lake District’s major events for the past 200 years. And on 30th July 2009 you will once again be able to enjoy a truly British day out and witness Cumberland and Westmorland wrestling, gruelling fell races, hound trails, various track and cycle races and visit the number of marquees with traditional arts and crafts amongst others.
Today’s picture of the day is of Steeple in Cumbria. It is a sharp and rocky eruption on the north ridge of Scoat Fell. It is popular among climbers and the summit offers fantastic views of Ennerdale. The nearest car park is at Bowness Knott.
Simply Red Squirrel Cruises are being organised in the Lake District on 1st August 2009, as the heritage steam cruise boats of Ullswater Steamers take to the waters of England’s most beautiful lake to raise vital funds for conservation group Save Our Squirrels.
The red squirrel is arguably the Lake District’s most iconic creature, but one endangered by the spread of the non-native grey squirrel and dwindling alarmingly in population. To help raise the funds that might ensure the survival of this species, Ullswater Steamers is laying on three cruises from its pier at Glenridding, at the southern end of Ullswater, at 10am, 1pm and 4pm. Tickets for these one-hour cruises cost £8 for adults and £4 for children and allow families to drink in the natural beauty of Cumbria’s mysterious and stunning lake, whilst learning more about red squirrels.
Today’s picture of the day is of Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail in the picturesque town of Gloucestershire. It is one of the most ancient and stunning woodland areas in the UK. It helps visitors understand its industrial past and offers 18 sculptures made by international artists.
Today’s picture of the day is of Barbican Glassworks in the seaside town of Plymouth. It is free of charge to visitors who can watch glassblowers at work and buy a souvenir from the gift shop. It is situated opposite the National Marine Aquarium and adjacent to the Mayflower Steps.
Get to the Lake District by hook or by crook this year, if you wish to experience one of the country’s most traditional rural events, amidst some of Britain’s most breathtaking scenery.
Simply Red Squirrel Cruises are being organised in the Lake District on 1st August 2009, as the heritage steam cruise boats of 
