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Brighton Rocks

Posted on May 8, 2013

Brighton Fringe

Go on, name England’s biggest arts festival. We dare you. It’s not Edinburgh (that’s in Scotland). It’s not Glastonbury. And you won’t find it at Creamfields, or Reading or Leeds either. Isle of Wight perhaps? Nah. At this time of year, anyone who’s anyone books cheap train tickets to Brighton and heads for the south coast to lap up a serious dose of spring culture.

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The best summer music festivals: your guide

Posted on April 8, 2013

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Is there a better way to spend your summer than with the best bands on the planet?

The music festival has become a staple of the British summer. Come rain or shine, music fans don their wellies, apply sunscreen liberally, pack their sleeping bags and set off to enjoy the fantastic line-ups at music festivals across Britain.

Festival-goers are especially excited about this summer, which sees the return of Glastonbury after being sorely missed last year.

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Sipping in the summer: Britain’s best beer festivals

Posted on April 2, 2013

Beer and ale festivals

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Ah, the glorious British summer. I don’t know about you but I’m looking forward to another year of dependably excellent weather, a total lack of hosepipe bans and the chance to cool off after a warm day with a pint or two of golden ale… Continue reading →

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The Glasgow Comedy Festival: best laughs in town

Posted on March 12, 2013

Comedy in Glasgow

From 14-31 March, Glasgow welcomes some of the country’s most chuckle-worthy comedians for the hotly anticipated Glasgow Comedy Festival.

There will be over 350 shows across 40 venues spaced around the city featuring massive names like Al Murray, Lucy Porter and Jimmy Carr, who will be joining local comedians like Jerry Sadowitz, Craig Hill and Daniel Sloss. If you’re a fan of live comedy, you’ll want to read on and have these shows on your radar…

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Horses for Courses: Planning Your Trip to the Races

Posted on March 5, 2013

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Nothing gets the blood pumping like a trip to the races. The tireless buzz of the bookmakers vying for bets, the thunder of hooves on turf, the breathless thrill you feel as the nag you’ve backed stampedes down the home straight… it’s a cracking experience. And that’s not to mention the opportunity a race meet gives you to grab a drink or two and unwind with your friends in the open air.

Some of the biggest meetings in UK racing are coming up over the next few months and many are just a quick train ride away. With the help of a couple of horse racing experts we’ve put together a guide to going to the races, along with a look at some of the UK’s biggest events. They are all great fun so have a look and decide where you’d like to go to experience the excitement that the sport of kings brings.

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Hot tips for the Edinburgh Festival

Posted on August 9, 2012

The second you step off a train to Edinburgh in August, you find yourself amidst the hustle and bustle of a city alive with excitement.

From amazing acrobatics to thrilling theatre, the Edinburgh International and Fringe Festivals are a yearly display of some of the world’s finest performances. But with so many excellent shows to choose between, it’s not always easy to know what to book.

Read on for some of our favourite hotly tipped shows…

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Take the Train to…The UK’s Food Festivals

Posted on July 4, 2012

Tantalise your taste buds with unusual treats and check out local specialities by taking the train to the UK’s top food festivals. If the idea of setting off for a picnic without needing to pack fills you with glee, grab some cheap train tickets before you go too, and you can save some money to put towards an extra dessert.

Just keep reading to find out which food festivals are unmissable the summer…

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Take the train … and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

Posted on March 7, 2012

It’s time to dress up in green and get drinking Guinness. March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day – and you don’t need to go to Ireland to join the celebrations.

There are St. Patrick’s Day events going on throughout the UK, so jump on a train and enjoy the craic. But before you start the party, check our website for cheap train tickets and great hotel deals, so you can celebrate for less.

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Take the train to … the Glasgow International Comedy Festival

Posted on March 6, 2012

All aboard the comedy express! Take the train to Glasgow to see the best of new comedy and some old favourites at the city’s International Comedy Festival.

And don’t forget to check our journey planner for cheap train tickets and hotels before you travel. We don’t make you pay booking fees either – something that’s sure to bring a grin to your face.

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Take the train to Cardiff … to celebrate St. David’s Day

Posted on February 23, 2012

Wales honours its patron saint in style – so if you’re looking for a party on March 1, jump on board a train and head off to the land of song to add your voice to the St. David’s Day celebrations.

But before you set off, check our journey planner for cheap train tickets first – and use the money you save to treat yourself to a traditional Welsh breakfast or some tasty Welsh cakes.

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