Autumn events

Read on for some seasonal events in England this autumn and some great discounts on a range of accommodation to help plan your trip.

South West

Serenoa String Quartet

Exeter Autumn Festival 2009 - Exeter, Devon
31 Oct to 15 Nov 2009
A two week celebration of the arts encompassing music, dance and theatre from a variety of local acts including the Serenoa String Quartet.

Nearby accommodation special offers:
Super saver offer - Woodbury park Hotel & Golf Club - Exeter
3 Nights B&B from £135 - The Poachers Inn - Exeter
Discounts on 2,3,4... nights stay - Culm Vale Country House - Exeter

Autumn Mini Regatta - Torquay, Devon
3-4 Oct 2009
This year's mini regatta is hosted jointly by the Royal Torbay Yacht Club and the Brixham Yacht Club.

Nearby accommodation special offers:
Discounts in Oct, Nov & Dec... Atlantis Holiday Apartments - Torquay, Devon
Discounts in Oct, Nov & Dec... Aveland House - Torquay, Devon 

Lukesland Gardens, Devon

Lukesland Gardens - Ivybridge, Devon
18 Oct to 15 Nov 2009
Delightful in autumn, Lukesland Gerdens, Ivybridge, is truely "a hidden gem". Wander through 24 acres of magnificent flowering shrubs, rare trees and wild flowers by a Dartmoor stream. Home-made soup at lunchtime is also available.

Nearby accommodation special offers:
3 nights for the price of 2 - The Bedford Hotel - Tavistock, Devon

South East

Autumn Piano Recital at St Mary's House - Steyling, West Sussex
3 Oct 2009
Autumn Piano Recital by the gifted young Russian-born pianist, Nadia Giliova. Includes refreshments: afternoon - tea and cake or biscuits; evening - wine and canapés.

Nearby accommodation special offers:
Third night half price when booking two nights - Barn House Lodge - Pulborough, West Sussex 

Russian-born pianist, Nadia Giliova

Autumn Show & Game Fair at Ardingly - Heywards Heath, West Sussex
3-4 Oct 2009
The Autumn Show & Game Fair goes from strength to strength and is fast becoming a highlight in the country calendar. Visitors of all ages can enjoy the sights and sounds of harvest time with attractions including country sports and crafts, falconry, sheep dog displays and vintage machinery. British and regional food will also be in the spotlight, with the importance of “keeping it local” and the fun continues with the ever-popular Dog Agility Show, entertaining ring displays, funfair and countryside attractions.

Nearby accommodation special offers:
2 For 1 - High Beeches Garden - Handcross, West Sussex

Autumn Countryside Show at Weald & Downland - Chichester, West Sussex
10-11 Oct 2009
Come and experience all the sights, sounds and smells of the countryside at harvest time. At this beautiful time of year, enjoy heavy horses ploughing, vintage tractors, steam threshing, falconry, a fun Dog Show, and many other demonstrations and displays of traditional rural crafts and skills.

Nearby accommodation special offers:
25% Discount - Brookfield Hotel - Emsworth, Hampshire 

London

The London Wine Show

London Restaurant Festival - various venues
8-13 Oct 2009
London Restaurant Festival is a citywide celebration of eating out, the first of its kind. The festival will raise the profile of establishments involved, and acknowledge the pleasure and sustenance given to all by London's extraordinarily diverse range of restaurants.

RHS London Autumn Harvest Show - Westminster
13-14 Oct 2009
RHS brings the countryside to London's Horticultural Halls, with colourful fruit and vegetables, delicious produce, beautiful plants and top gardening tips.
It's a great opportunity to pick up tips from the RHS experts and find inspiration for new ways to plant in your garden, whatever its size.

The Wine Show - Business Design Centre, Islington
22-25 Oct 2009
At The Wine Show in Islington, you'll be able to meet celebrity wine experts and share their passion. You can also sample and buy wines from across the globe, as well as being able to partake in the fabulous Wine Show features.

East of England

Duxford Air Museum, Cambridgeshire

Autumn Air Show - Duxford, Cambridgeshire
11 Oct 2009
Closing the UK’s air show season, Duxford’s Autumn Air Show features superb modern and historic aircraft in an array of aerobatics and stunning displays.

Nearby accommodation special offers:
Special package including picnic lunch and punt - University Arms Hotel - Cambridge

Photography workshop: autumn - Brandon, Suffolk
October 2009
Get some top tips on photographing wildlife from award-winning photographer, Roger Slade. This practical workshop is designed for enthusiasts of all abilities. Don't forget to bring your camera!

Nearby accommodation special offers:
20% Discount - Bedford Lodge Hotel - Newmarket, Suffolk 

Yorkshire

A Taste of Autumn - Harrogate, North Yorkshire
24 Oct - 1 Nov 2009
Starting with Apple Festival, this week long event celebrates autumn and the harvest. Family activities, walks, displays and advice will be on offer. Includes: APPLE FESTIVAL (24/25 October) In conjunction with the Northern Fruit Group. Includes apple display, tastings, identification, crafts and games; GROW YOUR OWN "HARVEST TIME" (30 October) Cookery demonstrations, fruit pressing demonstrations, tasting sessions, storing & preserving - e.g. drying chillies, toms, herbs - (what to do with the harvest) PUMPKIN DAY (31 October) Dress up and join in the fun!

Nearby accommodation special offers:
3 nights for 2 - Alamah Guest House - Harrogate 
Reduced rates - Haighfield Holiday Park - Leeds 

Northwest

Horse racing

Autumn/Winter Racing Weekends - Aintree Racecourse, Liverpool
24-25 Oct 2009
This legendary winter racing weekend at Aintree is not only well known for being the opening meeting to the winter jump season, but also for all the fun that happens off course too! Saturday is a celebration of all things sporting, with off course bars showing all of the best live sport, plus there’s live entertainment to get you in the mood for your Saturday night out.

Nearby accommodation special offers:
Stay 4 nights and get 10% off - Arinza Apartments - Liverpool
Reduced rates - Staybridge Suites Hotel - Liverpool

Autumn Craft Fair - Penrith, Cumbria
24-25 Oct 2009
Seasonal craft fairs where you can discover the best of stylish presents, beautiful decorations and gourmet food.

Nearby accommodation special offers:
3 nights for the price of 2 - Coldbeck House, Bed and Breakfast - Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria 

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