In 2014 indulge yourself in all things chocolatey at the all new Chocolate Festivals. Taking place in Brighton, Bristol, London and Oxford, the festivals will create a world of multi sensory thrills, all located in the comfort of characterful indoor venues. This year the festivals have been completely re-thought to offer an utterly unique visitor experience.
Tickets are now on sale for RAW 2014, one of the world's biggest showcases of natural, organic and biodynamic wine. Described by Spanish national newspaper El Mundo as "the most important event for artisan and natural wines in the international wine calendar" and set to welcome over 150 growers, as well as an exciting selection of other artisan drinks producers, the fair returns to London's Truman Brewery on 18th -19th May 2014.
As the UK experiences a growing demand for locally made, artisan-crafted, quality goods and up-cycled gems, The Windsor Emporium, a showcase for fresh and inspirational artistic and creative talent is bang on the national trend. Despite humble beginnings in the local church hall, four years on, the hugely popular event has outgrown two previous venues - so from Sunday 2nd March, Jackie Couzens will gather 40 passionate and highly talented artists, artisans and craftspeople at the Harte & Garter Hotel opposite Windsor Castle in Berkshire.
Albert Lee has played with pretty much everyone, which is no surprise considering he’s just about one of the best guitarists...ever. From Eric Clapton to Emmylou Harris, from Vince Gill to James Burton, from Jools Holland to Joe Bonanassa, everyone sings his praises.
The National Trust has launched its first ever beer club, a concept developed in partnership with Delavals Brewers Ltd, with membership to the club starting from as little as £40 a year. With every subscription helping to raise awareness of the National Trust and generating valuable income for the Trust's charitable work, memberships and beer sales will directly be helping the Trust look after special places in its care.
Our VisitBrighton journey would not have been complete without somewhere central to stay, and there is nothing better than actually finding somewhere big enough to accommodate all your family and friends when you want to have a great break away. Vine Street Studios offer ample accommodation for up to 16 people with their retro loft conversion. And when the party comes to you in the form of a mixology class, it is the icing on the cake.
