This year’s MTV Europe Music Awards is to take place in Belfast on the 6th November 2011. It is to be held at the Odessy Arena and promises to be Northern Ireland’s biggest showbiz event. Read the rest of this entry »
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Thursday, August 4th, 2011
This years Henley’s Rewind Festival, 19th to 21st of August promises to be a great place to have fun and unwind. It’s always a vibrant, joyous occasion, one where the old and the young can relax and enjoy a great weekend’s entertainment. With great bands such as Village People and Bananarama to entertain you why miss out? Read the rest of this entry »
Friday, April 1st, 2011
April is officially upon us. The Easter eggs are stacked up on the shelves, the daffodils have blossomed and the sun is shining! This month is jam packed with various events occurring all over the UK, and today I will be picking my top 5 events for April 2011.
Mother's Day Flowers
I’m sure you’re all panicking about Mother’s day, but not to worry as you’ve still got until Sunday to get your cards, flowers and chocolates ready! There is even time to whisk your lovely mum away for a weekend break! You’ve still got the whole of today to get your bookings in, and here at Eventful Stays we have been swamped with enquiries from people looking to spoil their mothers this weekend. Be sure to check out our Featured Destination section on our website.
Grand National at Aintree Racecourse
For all you races lovers, The Grand National in Liverpool will be taking place throughout the 7th-9th if April. This historical racing event will consist of Liverpool Day on the 7th, where many Liverpool bands will be performing on stage to cheer on the horses and jockeys. Then comes Ladies’ Day on the 8th, which is very much my thing. From fashion shows to competitions and goody bags, this really is the day for all the ladies to go out and have some fun. On the Saturday we will have The Grand National, so ladies get your fascinators on and gentlemen have your money ready! Read the rest of this entry »
Monday, March 28th, 2011
The Cheltenham Jazz Festival hits Cheltenham from 27th April until 2nd May, and it promises to be a week of musical sensation – with Andreya Triana, Pharoah Sanders and Jamie Cullum headlining among many others. I have already decided that I am going to book myself some accommodation or perhaps a cosy B&B and attend the whole festival! Here at Eventful Stays we have an ever-growing catalogue of premium accommodation for the many events that Cheltenham hosts throughout the year, and the Cheltenham Jazz Festival is no exception to this.
As the festival is held outside, this enables festival goers to embrace the spring sunshine and glorious atmosphere. The sun has already come out and the with the start of British summertime, the Cheltenham Jazz festival is the ideal way to spend the day with some friends. Why stay cooped up in a hotel when there are many charming holiday cottages in the Cheltenham area that are perfect for relaxing in with private gardens and BBQ’s! Read the rest of this entry »
Monday, March 28th, 2011
At last, the Summer season begins! Awaking to a touch of fog but with the expectation of sunshine was such a delight on Sunday morning. And lo and behold, the sun started to break through about 11.00 am to herald the start of British Summertime! Hallelujah! The Spring and Summer season at last.
So now starts the planning, where are we going this season and who shall we invite? Shall we do the corporate entertainment bit or shall we make a short break of it? If we do, we will need to find a place to stay so we better get organised!
Wimbledon is one of the Summer's best loved events.
So, here I am writing on a Sunday evening, with my Eventful Stays calendar in hand, internet access and search engines whirring away to find our favourite British Summertime events. The problem is in deciding which events we should attend! My favourite has to be the Cartier International Polo Event at Windsor Great Park, although there again the Veuve Cliquot Polo tournament is just as entertaining. Then there is Royal Ascot, and having bought the ultimate in hats just last year, Ladies day has to be a must. Then again, there is always Glyndebourne, a picnic prelude, champers and more eats in the interval, and a gorgeous manor house to stay at yet again this year. It really is the ultimate Summer outing!
This year’s Oxford and Cambridge boat race re-kindled my passion for rowing, or is it rowers (!), and the exciting event saw Oxford take home the trophy to close the gap on Cambridge’s lead to 4, with the overall result standing at 76 – 80. The Henley Regatta is a personal favourite so I shall have to beg steal or borrow tickets for the enclosure. Last year the weather was so fabulous that some of the guests were passing out in the heat – not me with the ultimate in sombreros! Harvey Nics eat your heart out! Read the rest of this entry »
Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
For live music fans it is important to plan ahead and decide which music festivals you want to attend in the coming year. If you are a keen music fan you have probably already researched the festivals to see which acts and bands are playing where, how and when tickets need to be purchased and whether camping or accommodation nearby should be booked. For those of you undecided about which music festival is for you, it can be a hard choice as there are so many around. Below, we highlight a music festival with a difference, a family-friendly event and the must-see music festivals of 2011 to help in making your mind up. Read the rest of this entry »
Friday, February 4th, 2011
I think it is fair to say that we all love music. Whether you like guitar shredding, head banging rock or something a little more easy listening, we all have something that gets us singing our hearts out in the car when no one is listening. 2011 is a big year for music lovers and with festivals becoming increasingly hard to get tickets for, it is important to get ahead of the game and work out which festival takes your fancy this year. Below, I have listed my top three music festivals for 2011 to give you some ideas and inspiration. If you have been to any of these music events we would love to hear from you and know what you enjoyed about the event and whether you recommend buying tickets for it.
Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011
Glastonbury Festival is the must-attend music event for all you music lovers out there as well as those looking for an absolutely fantastic weekend away! The music festival is the equivalent of lots of varied festivals all rolled into one, each with their own distinct character. Having gone to Glastonbury Festival myself last year, I fully recommend you attend as I loved every minute of it. There is so much to see, do and experience that you are sure to have a memorable weekend away in the Somerset countryside.
I was lucky enough to go the year of the insane heat which was a change from the standard rain and slush that everyone normally experiences at Glastonbury. However, even though the weather was good there were a fair few times when I just wished I didn’t have to go back and stay in a tent and could escape to a self-catering apartment with a shower and Read the rest of this entry »
