Hackney Academy Expands Community Running Programme
The Hackney Academy is back, offering 50 locals free training & entry to the sold-out 2026 Hackney Half Marathon. Applications close Jan 14. Apply now!
The Hackney Academy is back, offering 50 locals free training & entry to the sold-out 2026 Hackney Half Marathon. Applications close Jan 14. Apply now!
Discover 12 fantastic free events and activities in Birmingham for 2026. From light festivals to heritage weeks, enjoy the city without spending a penny. Plan your year now!
A forklift operator in Birmingham took matters into their own hands after a badly parked Volkswagen SUV blocked a delivery lorry. Watch the dramatic resolution unfold.
A forklift driver in Birmingham used his machine to lift and move an SUV parked illegally across a business entrance. Watch the video and see how the delivery lorry was finally able to get through.
Dr Saad Khan, a Pakistani-born GP, has relocated to Canada after facing racial slurs from patients in Kettering. He cites a broken system and a desire for a better life. Read his full story.
Explore Lapworth, a peaceful Warwickshire village with historic canals, National Trust houses, and a famous Scarecrow Festival. Perfect for a 2026 winter visit.
Community groups and businesses are invited to join the Lincolnshire Wolds Outdoor Festival from 16-31 May 2026. Showcase your services and promote wellbeing in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Liverpool's biggest book festival is back on 8 March 2026 at Box Park. Meet 60+ authors, enjoy live music, street food & kids' activities. Standard tickets £17.50. Book now!
From Ebor Studio's youth project for 16-21 year olds to The Curtain Theatre's latest play, discover the vibrant arts and culture events happening in Rochdale. Find out dates and how to get involved.
Discover seven magical Christmas ice rinks in Birmingham and nearby castles. Find dates, prices, and tips for the best festive skating experience in the West Midlands.
Birmingham's Edgbaston Cricket Ground will host Vegfest Free, the UK's largest free vegan festival, on 25 April 2026. Featuring 170 stalls, live music, and talks, it's a major event for the plant-based community.
The biannual Heath Bookshop Literature and Music Festival returns to Kings Heath, Birmingham, 15-19 April 2026. Featuring Max Porter, Mike Joyce, and new commissions. Book tickets now!
Birmingham-born actor Adrian Lester visited New Street Station to launch Social Bite's Festival of Kindness, aiming for 300,000 donations for vulnerable people this winter.
A VIP day at Birmingham's Good Food Show Winter became truly special thanks to a touching moment from TV chef James Martin. Discover what made the event unforgettable.
Bournville's charming Christmas Festival returns on November 29 with Santa, crafts & lights. Discover the unique alcohol-free tradition in Birmingham's historic village.
The real reason behind MAFS UK couple Bailey and Rebecca's shocking split has been revealed by a co-star. Discover the truth about the breakup and what happened next.
Tayah McAllister, a six-year-old from Warrington with a serious lung disease, has won an award at the prestigious Pauline Quirke Academy Film Festival for her short film 'The Show Must Go On'.
Join the University of East London's Winter Festival & Community Health Day on November 26. Enjoy creative workshops, live performances, and free health checks at the Stratford Campus.
Loughborough's popular Community Christmas Tree Festival is back, featuring 80 dazzling trees at All Saints Church. Free entry from Nov 29-Dec 20. Donations support church roof repairs.
Birmingham Light Festival is back in February 2026, expanding to new areas like Bullring. Discover the free illuminated art trail and how to get involved.
Kings of Leon, Neil Young and The Coral lead the line-up for the brand new State Fayre music festival in Chelmsford. Get your tickets from 28th November.
Bearded Theory's 2026 festival announces second wave including Garbage, CMAT and Kate Nash. Tickets available now with payment plans for Derbyshire event.
Folk-rock legend Neil Young is set to headline the inaugural Blenheim Palace Festival on July 3, 2026. Get tickets now for this UNESCO World Heritage Site event.
Pulp, Mac DeMarco and CMAT are the first headliners announced for End Of The Road 2026. Get tickets now for the festival's 20th anniversary in Dorset/Wiltshire.
Two-time GRAMMY winner Lorde will headline All Points East 2026 on Saturday 22nd August. Discover the female-led line-up and how to get your tickets on 20th November.
Thousands of participants at the McCain Yorkshire Coast Festival 2025 in Scarborough have raised a fantastic £2,500 for The Rainbow Centre, a local charity supporting the homeless and vulnerable.
Discover the unique Fleckney Christmas Tree Festival where Santa makes his historic debut. Explore the history and enjoy festive fun on November 22-23. Join us!
Basement Jaxx, The Streets and Bastille will headline The Big Feastival 2026 on Alex James' farm. Tickets are on sale now for the August Bank Holiday weekend event.
Discover 9 enchanting villages and towns near Birmingham perfect for a festive day trip this Christmas. Find cosy escapes, traditional markets, and winter walks.
Llangollen gears up for its biggest Christmas Festival yet on November 29. Expect a festive parade, Sion Corn, market stalls & spectacular fireworks finale. Join the celebration!