Kokova Magazine

CarFest made a spectacular return to the British summer events calendar last weekend 2nd - 4th August at Oulton Park circuit near Chester. With a second event taking place at the end of the month CarFest looks set to make over £1 million for BBC Children in Need. The first of this summer's two events - which were conceived back in the Spring of 2011 to raise money for BBC Children in Need - took place in front of an enormous crowd at this historic race track with CarFest South to follow in three weeks time at Laverstoke Park Farm near Basingstoke on 23rd - 25th August 2013.

Wellington College scored a double today at the Hurstpierpoint College National Schools and Pony Club Jumping Championships, claiming the Senior Schools Individual and Team titles. More than 100 teams from various schools and branches of the Pony Club across the country flocked to the All England Jumping Course at Hickstead in West Sussex for the annual competition, which gives young riders the chance to compete in the prestigious International Arena.

Following on from the success of their Spring Cheesemakers' Market, La Cave à Fromage and Premier Cheese will be holding a new Christmas market on Sunday 15th December 2013. Unlike the Spring version, which featured a mix of Continental and British cheesemakers, the Christmas market will focus primarily on British producers who will be perfect for the festive cheese board.

As part of the Chocolate Festival, which will be at London's Southbank Centre from 13th - 15th December 2013, French chocolatier Valrhona, will be hosting an exclusive chocolate afternoon tea at Brasserie Blanc, inspired by the characters and events from Joanne Harris' book, 'Chocolat'.

Now celebrating its fifth year, the Broadstairs Food Festival Friday 4th - Sunday 6th October 2013 combines energy and enthusiasm for Kent produce with a passion for providing East Kent with a truly independent community festival. Held annually in the picturesque seaside town, this is the highlight in East Kent's food festival calendar, attracting between 40,000 and 50,000 plus visitors.

Summer's here and in full swing as Thistle celebrates the spirit of '69 in a new campaign. Offering rooms for £69 including breakfast, take advantage of 'Summer of 69' themed experiences - ensuring that everyone leaves with a smile of their face this summer. A 'Head of Happiness' will be appointed at select hotels for the summer months donning a fluorescent Hawaiian shirt, a sunny smile and on-hand to share information on fun activities available at each hotel and its surrounding area.