Festivals & Events

August

The Big Chill, 7th – 9th August. Eastnor Castle, Herefordshire. Catering for both families and ravers, there will be a diverse mix of musical must-hears, from acoustic to African and folk to dub; the event will also host creative workshops, poetry, art and an array of delicious gourmet food.

Croissant Neuf, 13th – 15th August 2010. Monmouthshire near Usk. Responsible for one of the oldest features of Glastonbury – the Croissant Neuf Solar Powered Venue, this little but lovely festival is set in and around an Iron Age fort in Monmouthshire. You can look forward to a Masquerade Ball, the infamous Lantern Procession and plenty of music, food and frivolous fun.

Green Man, 21st – 23rd August. Brecon Beacons, Powys, Wales. You can look forward to this folk-fuelled event, full of diversity in food, music and workshops, which include a nature and nurture massage area and even a film making class. Keen to support the environment, the ‘Green Bus’ will be travelling from most city destinations.

Shambala, 26th – 30th August. Secret Location, Midlands. Now in its tenth year, Shambala has continuously proved itself to be one of the best for family friendly fun; full of fancy dress, woodland wackiness, colourful theatrics and great music.

September

Eco Open Houses in Brighton & Hove, 9th-12th September. With huge government cuts taking their toll on people’s spending, householders in Brighton & Hove Eco Open Houses show how you can make big savings in fuel bills in your home. www.ecoopenhouses.org

End of the Road Festival, 11th – 13th September. North Dorset Borders. Catering for around 5,000 music lovers, the festival consists of three stages, as well as comedy and film showings. Set to the backdrop of the infamous and breath taking Larmer Tree Gardens, the Tipi tent area will also be returning keeping that ever important intimate feel.

Festival of Life, 25th September, Conway Hall, London. A unique one-day event with over 50 free talks and workshops and over 60 stalls covering everything from self-healing, natural parenting and environmentalism, to Musical, Poetic and Artistic Expression, and more! www.festivaloflife.net

October

Herbal Alchemy - Sat Oct 23rd, Bristol Folk House. One day wokshop, 10am-4pm. For further information and booking, phone 0117 926 2987 or online www.bristolfolkhouse.co.uk

The Big Green Home Show - 29th-31st October.

Eco Open Houses in Brighton & Hove, 9th-12th September. With huge government cuts taking their toll on people’s spending, householders in Brighton & Hove Eco Open Houses show how you can make big savings in fuel bills in your home. www.ecoopenhouses.org

November

Herbal Medicine (Mind, Body, Spirit) - Starts Nov 4th, Bristol Folk House. 6 week course - each Thursday 7.45 - 9.45pm. For further information and booking, phone 0117 926 2987 or online www.bristolfolkhouse.co.uk

Oriental Diagnosis - Sat Nov 27th, Bristol Folk House. One day workshop 10am-4pm. For further information and booking, phone 0117 926 2987 or online www.bristolfolkhouse.co.uk

North Bristol Art Trail, 27th & 28th November, Bristol. An explosion of creativity. Explore different venues and meet over 100 artists as they exhibit their work in their homes and studios. www.northbristolartists.org.uk

December

Yogic Medicine (Introduction to Ayurveda) - Sat Dec 11th, Bristol Folk House. One day workshop 10am-4pm. For further information and booking, phone 0117 926 2987 or online www.bristolfolkhouse.co.uk