Pulp to open pop-up Manchester pub with Jarvis Cocker jukebox
Pulp will open a themed pop-up pub in Manchester from Friday to Sunday, featuring a Jarvis Cocker-curated jukebox and an exclusive Wythenshawe Park T-shirt.
Category : Festivals
Cardiff Museum Museum Lates: Free Night Opening August 29
National Museum Cardiff opens late on August 29 for Museum Lates, featuring Luke Jerram's Helios sun installation, cocktails, and free entry with advance booking.
Win a London Theatre Break for Two with Overnight Stay (25.08.2026)
Premium subscribers can win a London theatre break for two, including an overnight hotel stay with breakfast and West End show tickets.
Win a London Theatre Break for Two with Overnight Stay (25.08.2026)
Premium subscribers can win a London theatre break for two, including an overnight stay, breakfast, and West End show tickets. Enter by 6th September.
Manchester LGBTQ+ bar Red Light announces closure
Red Light, a popular LGBTQ+ cocktail bar in Manchester, will close after this year's Pride, citing rising costs, location challenges, and difficulties with local residents.
Why music festivals are better with children, not worse
A mother of twins argues festivals are enriched by families, sharing how she braved raves with her toddlers and found community in the fields.
Pandora's AI tale: Aszure Barton's Mere Mortals hits Edinburgh
Aszure Barton reimagines Pandora's box as a cautionary tale about AI in Mere Mortals, premiering in Europe at the Edinburgh international festival.
Federer US Open return confirmed for exhibition matches
Roger Federer will return to the US Open for two exhibition matches before the tournament, organisers have confirmed.
Edinburgh Fringe 2026: 13 Quick-Fire Reviews from Comedy to Circus
From a supreme being in a woman's body to Taiwanese steampunk dance and a dog mayor, here are 13 quick-fire Edinburgh fringe reviews covering comedy, theatre, dance and circus.
Reservoir Dogs Hailed as Best Crime Film Ever on Netflix
Quentin Tarantino's Reservoir Dogs, hailed as the greatest crime film ever made, is now on Netflix UK after fans named it the genre's best.
Free Comic Con returns to Livingston Designer Outlet
Comic Con Part 2 returns to Livingston Designer Outlet on August 29-30, 2026, free with optional £1 donations, featuring cosplay, collectibles, gaming, and Rocket Card Show debut.
Ainsley Harriott Surprises Shoppers at Stockport Morrisons
Ainsley Harriott visited Morrisons stores in Denton and Bredbury on August 20, handing out free couscous samples and £100 vouchers as part of his 'Where's Ainsley?' tour across the north of England.
Free World Dance Party at Wembley Park This Bank Holiday
Wembley Park hosts a free family dance party on August 29 with Latin, Caribbean, Afro, Bollywood and Michael Jackson sessions, plus a summer market.
Creamfields 2026: Banned items and alcohol rules explained
Creamfields 2026 returns to Daresbury from August 27-30. Here are all the banned items and alcohol rules for campsites and the event arena.
Cautionary tale of the first cross-Channel swimmer
Captain Matthew Webb's 1875 Channel swim, a feat of endurance that inspired generations, is recalled in a new Edinburgh show. His story warns of fleeting fame.
Mamma Mia Themed Rooftop Brunch Confirmed for Newcastle
A Mamma Mia themed brunch with food, drinks, and a film screening takes over Newcastle's Roof Thirty Nine on August 30, 2026.
Woman mortified as doorbell camera catches her talking to chickens
A woman's 'embarrassing' moment was caught on her neighbour's Ring doorbell, and he keeps teasing her about it in public, sparking a Reddit debate.
Bond and Beyond Prom conductor on Radiohead's Spectre and 007 future
Conductor Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser will lead the sold-out Bond and Beyond Prom at the Royal Albert Hall on August 25, featuring Radiohead's unused 'Spectre' and classics from 74 years of 007.
Almond Valley's Stranger Bings Halloween event returns
Tickets for Almond Valley's Fright Nights go on sale today, with the Stranger Bings Halloween takeover returning after last year's sell-out success.
Hibs legend backs Ian Gordon and David Gray for Conference League dream
Tam McManus believes Hibernian can make history by reaching the Conference League group stages, praising Ian Gordon's investment and David Gray's squad.
Win Chelsea vs Brighton Tickets at Stamford Bridge
Win a pair of general admission tickets to Chelsea v Brighton & Hove Albion at Stamford Bridge on August 30th, 2026, courtesy of Betway.
The Cure at Wythenshawe Park: stage times, support acts, travel
The Cure headline Live From Wythenshawe Park on Friday 21 August, with support from Slowdive and The Slow Readers Club. Full stage times, travel and parking details.
Wordsworth Trust buys Rydal Mount, rare second home for poet
The Wordsworth Trust's purchase of Rydal Mount makes William Wordsworth one of few authors with multiple homes open to visitors, following a visitor surge from an Austen spin-off.
Amazon's Guardiola Series Reveals Pep's Final Act
Amazon's new Guardiola documentary series reveals his final act of passion, pulling no punches in an intimate portrayal of the Manchester City manager.
Why Boomtown Festival Wins Every Time: A Review
Boomtown Festival in Winchester, held August 12-16, 2026, impressed even global festival veterans with its unique atmosphere, luxury glamping, and standout performances.
Bandana Trend: M&S, River Island, ASOS Options From £9
The bandana trend, worn by Dua Lipa, Zendaya and Zoe Kravitz, is affordable. Options start at £9 at Marks & Spencer, River Island and ASOS.
Green Man 2026: Road Closures, Line-Up, and Tickets
Green Man 2026 is here. Get the essential info: road closures, line-up highlights, travel details, and ticket resale options for the festival in Bannau Brycheiniog.
Piano mysteriously appears on Welsh beach
A piano mysteriously appeared on Cefn Sidan Beach in Carmarthenshire, surprising walkers. It was reportedly there for filming purposes, though the council was not notified, and it has since been removed.
LEGO Halloween Pumpkin Lantern £9.37 after cashback
LEGO's Halloween Pumpkin Lantern is now available for £9.37 instead of £25 thanks to a TopCashback offer for new members, featuring a light brick and ghost minifigure.
Bargeddie Community Fun Day draws hundreds to St Kevin's Hub
Hundreds gathered at St Kevin's Community Hub in Bargeddie for a parent council-organised Fun Day featuring sports, live performances, stalls, food, face painting and bouncy castles.
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