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The Knitting & Stitching Shows are the definitive events for anyone with a love of textile based craft. The Spring Knitting & Stitching Show champions creativity with hundreds of workshops, demonstrations, interactive features on offer as well as 200  most loved exhibitors selling specialist craft supplies.  There has never been a better excuse to get involved in craft!

The boat departs at 11:45 am: You will enjoy a relaxing voyage whilst marvelling at some of the most iconic landmarks in London including Big Ben and Tower Bridge. Following dessert, you can take a stroll on deck to round off the cruise in style. The experience lasts for two hours which gives groups plenty of time to enjoy both the view and the company, this is the ideal lunch cruise choice. Menu: Thyme, Rosemary and Lemon Roasted Supreme of…

Join us toady for The Creative Craft Show/ Sewing for Pleasure and Fashion & Embroidery at the NEC Birmingham.

Lavenham will be commemorating the 75th Anniversary of the 487th Bombardment Group, 8th United States Army Air Force moving in to RAF Lavenham (AAF Station 137), by hosting a wonderful weekend celebrating all things 1940s. The events are organised by  local  volunteers called ‘Friends of Lavenham Airfield. A vintage fair will be taking place in Lavenham Village hall also a Evacuees Exhibition at Lavenham’s wartime evacuee centre, & Military history display at The Swan.

Visitors walk the car-free village to look at the daffodil displays, visit the attractions and open gardens, and potter around the stalls. Refreshments are served in the tea rooms with homemade cakes and sandwiches, or delicious hot street food can be eaten in The Taste of Thriplow while listening to live music.

Back by popular demand. With more than 60 stalls on Wednesdays, Bury St Edmunds Market has an excellent food offer including fruit and vegetables, meat, and fish stalls with fresh locally sourced seasonal produce. The market, held in the Buttermarket and Cornhill, dates back to before the days of William the Conqueror.

Set in a relaxing village environment, Freeport Braintree offers an escape from the stresses of city shopping. Everything you need is right here, from great places to eat to fantastic, offers, events and over 85 stores. Enjoy some retail therapy, or maybe a day out to relax, either way join us to treat yourself on a lovely day out.  

Whether you have a big project or want to add those finishing touches; find fresh ideas and more at the Ideal Home Show. Catering to your every need and taste, the show includes eight enhanced sections. Discover Interiors, Style, Gardens, Home Accessories and treats to savour at the Eat & Drink Festival. Exclusive offers as well as beautiful products, why not visit the Home Renovation, Health & Fitness and Market Place.

Adjacent to the River Thames, Henley is overlooked by a beautiful Chiltern landscape of wooded hills and green fields. The town was first described in the 12th century and is until today considered as one of the most beautiful English market towns with many interesting historical buildings. Its historic St Mary’s Church, the Town Hall, the market square, many local shops, plus its own theatre/cinema, mean Henley is a delightful place for mooching about.

The Derbyshire Dales has some of the most stunning scenery to be found anywhere in the United Kingdom. Included in the price will be a carvery at lunch time.