What's On In July

Until 30th August – Tutankhamun & The Golden Age Of The Pharaohs, London

Since the discovery of his tomb in 1922, Tutankhamun has captured the hearts of people around the world. Buried with him were treasures beyond the imagination, a tomb holding the most magnificent treasures of the Golden Age of the Pharaohs and giving us a glittering glimpse into the past. Experience the world of King Tut.
For further information and to book tickets call 0871 9840002 or visit www.theo2.co.uk

Until 28th September – Amazing Rare Things: The Art Of Natural History In The Age Of Discovery, Buckingham Palace

A dazzling display of artworks depicting plant and animal species at the Queen’s Gallery. It is co-curated by the legendary naturalist and broadcaster, Sir David Attenborough.
For further information call 020 7839 1377 or visit www.royalcollection.org.uk

Until 30th October 2009 – Dan Dare And The Birth Of High-Tech Britain, London.

This exciting new temporary exhibition explores the role played by technology in creating post-war Britain.  For further information call 0870 970 4868 or visit www.sciencemuseum.org.uk

Until 2nd November – Jack The Ripper And The East End, London

Telling the story of Jack the Ripper and the East End of London in its full and gruesome glory, this Museum in Docklands exhibition gives the public unprecented access to the murders and glory their legacy in the city of London.
For further information call 0870 443850 or visit www.museumindocklands.org.uk

1st July-31 August - South Tyneside Summer Festival, South Shields

Free entertainment throughout July and August in South Shields.
For further information call 0191 4247985 or visit www.southtyneside.info

2 – Dolly Parton Live, NIA Birmingham

The Grammy award-winning American country music singer/ songwriter, author and actress arrives in Birmingham as part of her tour. To date, she remains one of the most successful country artists, with 26 number-one singles.
For tickets visit http://www.necgroup.co.uk/entertainmentzone/

3-5 – Waddesdon Music Festival, Aylesbury

Waddesdon Manor opens its gates this July for the first ever Waddesdon Music Festival with three summer nights of open-air concerts, set against the floodlit backdrop of the Rothschild's 19th century Manor.
For further information call 0871 230 7136 or visit www.waddesdon.org.uk

2-6 – Henley Royal Regatta, Henley

International crews go head-to-head in the regatta staged since 1839.
For further information visit http://www.hrr.co.uk/

4-6 – Hereford Beer & Cider Festival, Hereford

Over 100 beers are on offer in an outdoor, riverside location in a relaxed atmosphere. Hereford Beer & Cider Festival is fast gaining a reputation for being one of the “must do” beer festivals in the UK.
For further information visit www.herefordcamra.org.uk

4-6 – British Grand Prix, Silverstone

The British Grand Prix is the race in the calendar for the Formula 1 World Championship.
For further information visit http://www.silverstone.co.uk/php/home.html

5 – London City Airport Fun Day

With a host of activities and entertainment for visitors, Fun Day 2008 promises to be more exciting than ever before with major attractions including Zippos Circus and live stage performances throughout the afternoon.
For further information visit http://www.funday2008.com

5 – World Mountain Bike Bog Snorkelling Championships, Wales

If you are looking for a unique and wacky challenge this is the event for you. The idea is to cycle along the bottom of a 6ft deep bog with snorkel and mask.
For further information visit http://www.green-events.co.uk/

5-6 - Hartlepool Maritime Festival, Hartlepool

The festival will be a giant piece of harbour-side entertainment, attracting tens of thousands of people to join in a celebration of the rich past, present and future maritime heritage of Hartlepool.
For further information visit www.hartlepoolmaritimefestival.co.uk

5-6 – Sunderland International Friendship Festival, Sunderland

As well as featuring the popular kite festival, the event also plays host to some innovative street theatre, exhibitions and international cuisine as well as the colourful sounds of world music on the outdoor stage.
For further information call 0191 553 2000 or visit www.visitsunderland.com

5-6 – Annual Wildlife Weekend, Mansfield

Browse around the Visitor Centre shops or relax after a stroll in the Forest Table Restaurant. Take a walk to the mighty Major Oak, pick up one of our fun family nature trails, or just stand and admire the weird and wonderful shapes of the ancient oak trees, twisted by age and weathered into living sculptures.
For further information call 01623 823202 or visit http://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/sherwoodforestcp

5-6 – Quexpo Country Fair, Kent

Quexpo returns after 22 years. Local Produce & Stalls, Crafts, Trade, Steam Engines, Tractors, Custom & Classic Cars, Motor Cycles, Family Fun Fair Rides & Games for all, Flying Displays, Beer Tent & much more.
For tickets and further information call 01227 700894

5-26 – Movie Poster Art Gallery, London

Stocking a vibrant and varied range of vintage movie posters, charting cinematic history through the ages and genres, the gallery features advertising artwork and artefacts from Victorian times, the 1930s and film noir through to posters displaying photographic and computer aided design today.
For further information visit http://www.ents24.com/web/venue/48764/London/The_Movie_Poster_Art_Gallery.html

6 – London Bridges Walk

The 2007 London Bridges Walk was our most successful to date, raising over £120,000 from around 1600 participants. A great chance to see some of London's most famous landmarks.
For further information call 08456 12 12 26 or visit www.kidneyresearchuk.org

7 – Duran Duran Live, NIA Birmingham

The rock band with two Grammy awards are back and live.
For tickets call 0871 945 6000

9-13 – Derby Beer Festival, Derbyshire

Derby’s beer festival gets underway with five days packed full of beers, ciders and entertainment.
For further information call 01332 206734

10 – Lakeside Magic Of Motown Festival, Dorset

Featuring the music of the Temptations, Diana Ross and the Supremes, the Four Tops, Stevie Wonder, the Jackson Five and scores more million-selling artists, the Magic of Motown stage show - featuring special guest multi-platinum Stateside soul singer Alexander O’Neal.
For tickets call 01305 751631 or visit www.lakesidemagic.biz

11 – Eden Comedy, Cornwall

Award winning comedian Bill Bailey appears for Eden’s night of comedy.
For tickets call 01726 811972 or visit www.edenbookings.com

11-12 - High Wycombe RFC Summer Beer Festival

Featuring a Hog Roast and BBQ, Tug Of War, bouncy castle and folk music. For more information visit http://www.hwrufc.com/index.asp

11-12 – Plymouth Beer Festival with Chas n Dave, Devon

Over 145 ales and 40 ciders plus live entertainment featuring Chas n Dave.
For further information visit www.plymouthcamra.co.uk

11-13 – The National Rock & Pop Festival, NEC Birmingham

A chance for new upcoming musicians to showcase their talents.
For further information visit www.rockandpop.org.uk

11-13 – Whitley Bay International Jazz Festival, Wallsend

Featuring the very best in classic jazz, this year’s festival is made up of around 25 bands, 130 musicians from no less than 10 different countries.
For further information call 0191 2526857 or visit www.whitleybayjazzfest.org

11-13 – A Country Affair, Richmond

Transport your family to an idyllic, tranquil, rural setting and enjoy a wonderful day out for all the family.
For further information call 020 8977 0705 or visit www.acountryaffair.com

12 – Masters Football, NIA Birmingham

Watch former heroes from the Midlands region fight it out for the title of Midlands Masters champions.
For further information and tickets visit http://www.theticketfactory.com/Series/MidlandMasters0807.html

12-13 – Art, Craft, Gift and Food Show, West Sussex

Experience the tranquility of the Leonardslee Gardens in the height of summer. Massed banks of hydrangeas burst into flower whilst waltzing through the famous fair.
For further information visit http://www.leonardsleegardens.com/

12-13 – The Royal International Air Tattoo, Gloucestershire

Held annually each July at RAF Fairford, Gloucestershire, the Royal International Air Tattoo, the world's largest military airshow, has gained the well-earned reputation as one of the UK's top outdoor family events.
For further information and tickets visit www.airtatto.com

13 – Robin Gibb Of The Beegees In Concert At Windsor Racecourse

Robin Gibb’s first live solo performance in 10 years plus the Windsor Golden Egg Festival.
For further information visit www.windsor-racecourse.co.uk

15-19 – Flying Dragon Circus, Newcastle

Flying Dragon Circus is a ground breaking celebration of the very best of Chinese and European circus traditions. East meets West, Boy meets Girl, monks and punks fly, and in the year of the Beijing Olympics everyone learns to ‘share the dream’.
For further information visit www.newcastlegateshead.com

16-20 – Greenwich Beer & Jazz Festival, Greenwich

Celebrating London’s tradition and expertise in brewing fine real ales, not to mention the rich brewing history of the stunning setting of the Old Royal Naval College itself - all washed down with the perfect accompaniments – great jazz, great food and, fingers crossed, some great summer sunshine.
For further information visit www.greenwichbeerandjazz.com

17 – Open Air Jazz Concert, London

BBC Jazz Award winning Vocalist Liane Carroll features with 606 Jazz Club's sextet "Samara". Jazz Classics with a Brazilian flavour.
For tickets and further information call 020 7370 0015 or visit http://www.eccf.org.uk

17-19 – Kent Beer Festival, Canterbury

Over 130 real ales and ciders, foreign beers, live music, and good food.
For further information visit www.kentbeerfestival.co.uk

17-20 – Cambridge Rock Festival, Godmanchester, Cambridgeshire.

The 50 acre site is back with an indoor arena in Cambridge’s very own music festival.
For tickets and further information, visit http://www.rockinbeerfest.co.uk/#/festivalhome/4513542403

17-20 – The Open Golf Championships, Scotland

One of the most prestigious golf Championships in the world, held at St Andrews golf course.
For tickets and further information, visit http://www.randa.org/bibitopentickets/?CFID=12376036&CFTOKEN=23520962

18–13 September – BBC Proms, Royal Albert Hall, London.

The BBC proms return with another season of the finest classical music.
For tickets call 0845 401 5040 or visit http://tickets.royalalberthall.com/season/performances.aspx?monthyear=7-2008

18-20 – Nozstock Music Festival, Herefordshire

Punk, rock, indie, folk, blues, classica – it’s all live at Nozstock Music Festival.
For further information visit http://www.nozstock.com/

19 – Masters Football, Wembley Arena, London

Watch heroes of the past turn out in their former club kits to challenge for the title of London Masters Champion.
For tickets and further information visit http://www.livenation.co.uk/wembley

19-20 – Cherry & Strawberry Delights, Kent

Brogdale Farm is the national centre for fruit, set in beautiful orchards in the Garden of England, and is a renowned Kent Tourist attraction.
For further information call 01795 536250 or visit  www.brogdalecollections.co.uk

20 – Proms Folk Day, Royal Albert Hall, London.

A free concert open to anyone but book early, the RAH sells out quick.
Tickets will be available from the Royal Albert Hall Box Office (in person, online or by phone – 0845 401 5040 from 30th June)

23-24 – Michael Buble Live, o2 Arena, London

Canadian big band singer arrives in London as part of his tour.
For further information visit http://www.theo2.co.uk/inside/book-now.html?ref=dothe02mod

23-27 – RHS Flower Show, Tatton Park

Bursting with high summer colour, the RHS Flower Show at Tatton Park is brimming with fresh creative talent.
It’s a show for gardeners of all ages and you’ll find everything you need for a garden to match your lifestyle.
For tickets or further information visit www.rhs.org.uk/flowershows

24-27 – The NEC Antiques Fair, Birmingham

Antiques for Everyone is Britain’s premier dedicated antiques event with 400 specialist dealers from across the country showing a fabulous range of high quality antiques, fine art and objets d’art valued at more than £20million.
For tickets or further information visit http://www.theticketfactory.com/Series/AntiquesforEveryone0807.html

25-27 – Cotswold Beer Festival, Gloucestershire

The 32nd Cotswold Beer Festival will include blues, brass band, folk and jazz music.
For further information visit www.gloucestershirecamra.org.uk/cbf
 
26 – Masters Football, MEN Arena, Manchester

Watch heroes of the past back on the pitch in their former club kits, battling it out to be crowned Manchester Masters Champions.
For tickets and further information visit http://www.men-arena.com/events/?page_id=2

26-3 August – Sutton Harbour Festival, Plymouth

The Port of Plymouth Yacht Regatta, the annual Plymouth Classic Boat Rally and a variety of on-shore activities come together to form the Sutton Harbour Festival.  Based around Plymouth's historic Barbican, the event promises to offer something for everyone whether afloat or onshore.
For further information visit http://www.plymouthsummerfestival.com/sutton-harbour-festival.aspx

26-27 – Sunderland International Air Show, Sunderland

This spectacular event promises yet another exciting programme and is delighted to announce that the RAF has designated “ Priority 1” status to the show – the only free seaside show to be in the list of eight events.
For further information call 0191 5532000 or visit www.sunderland-airshow.com

26-27 – Canon Firing, Dartmouth Castle

Come and watch the canon being fired at Dartmouth Castle.
For tickets and further information, visit http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/conEvent.1605

30-31 – Grand Medieval Joust, Pendennis Castle, Cornwall

Enjoy the thrills and spills of medieval jousting and cheer on your favourite knight as our competitors break lances in real mounted combat. The Knights' teams compete in foot combat, archery and mounted skill at arms.
For tickets and further information visit http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/conEvent.1648

Are there any events that we don't know about? Are you going to a festival or show not on the list? If so, leave full details in the comment box below - alternatively go to the 50connect forums to recommend or discuss and event you've been to.