Cambridge Folk Festival is one of the longest running folk festivals in the world. Held each year since 1965 it attracts around fourteen thousand people, many of whom return year after year. The Festival is renowned for its unique atmosphere and its eclectic mix of music, the best traditional folk artists from the UK and Ireland rub shoulders with cutting edge contemporary acts, the finest American country, blues and roots artists, acclaimed singer songwriters, famous names and world music stars. Set the in the beautiful surroundings of Cherry Hinton Hall Park, the festival is just 15 minutes away from Cambridge's historic City Centre, it is perfect for anyone looking for the feel and atmosphere of a festival set in the deep country side but with close links to the city.
The Cambridge Rock Festival is run by volunteer music fans for music fans, with a great friendly, non-corporate vibe!
2024 saw around 65 acts appearing over four days on three stages at a new venue - Harlocks Farm, Stuntney near Ely in Cambridgeshire. In 2025 CRF celebrates it's coming of age (21 years) back at Harlocks farm in August - more details on the website. The festival will continue to feature its usual fantastic bar, free car parking and on-site camping with parking by your tent.
Haddenham,
Cambs.CB6 3SR
Tendring District Council are the organisers of the Annual Clacton Airshow located in Essex. The main event site is located on the West Greensward along Clacton's Seafront.
In 2024 the show takes place on Thursday, August 22nd & Friday, August 23rd.
The stunning seafront plays host to dynamic aerial displays, land based entertainment & attractions. In addition to the day time displays on Thursday (22nd), twilight flights will once again be lighting up the evening sky with smoke, lights, lasers and pyrotechnics.
Key points:
- The event is a FREE to attend event that attracts in the region of 250,000 visitors over the two days making the event one of the region's biggest events.
- The 2024 event sees the 31st year of the event.
- The audience, comprises of locals and visitors from across the UK and Europe and attracts ABC1, C2 and D people of all ages and social groups.
Tendring District Council
Town Hall
Station Road
Clacton-on-Sea
Essex
CO15 1SE
Venue: Clacton Seafront
