As the cooler months draw in and the days become shorter, we tend to find ourselves staying in and nothing doing all that much! But theres so much to see and do! Here are some wonderful events happening this September.
Yorkshire
RHS Harlow Carr Sculpture Trail
1st September 2017 – 31st October 2017
Get out in the wonderful outdoors this Autumn and join the sculpture trail at the Harlow Carr Gardens. From birds to bees and herons to hedgehogs, there are so many great sculptures to find on your way round the gardens. See how many your little ones can find! (Admission fees are available on the website rhs.org.uk/gardens/harlow-carr/viewevent)
Freedom Festival
1st September 2017 – 3rd September 2017
See musicians, artists and more at one of the UKs most cultural events in the ‘city of culture, Hull. Celebrating 10 years of freedom, this is a fantastic event that no one should miss! (Admissions fees available on the website freedomfestival.co.uk/)
Walk and Ride Festival
9th September 2017 – 24th September 2017
The perfect opportunity to explore the wild and wonderful South Pennines. Spanning the Yorkshire and Lancashire border, it is filled with fascinating history and views. Whether youre on foot, bike or horse, come get involved in this great active event. (More information available on the website walkandridefestival.co.uk/)
Luminarium
21st September 2017 – 24th September 2017
Join in with this transformative experience. From Spain to Australia, these wonderful sculptures have astounded audiences all around the world. Head over to Market Gat car park, Barnsley to see this spectacular sculpture and explore inside. (Admission fees are available on the website visit-barnsley.com/luminarium)
Festival of Thrift
23rd September 2017 – 24th September 2017
Love saving money? Or want to keep to pennies safe? Take a trip to the Festival of Thrift taking place at Kirkleatham, Redcar. A magnificent event designed for the whole family, learn how to be environmentally savvy, live the creative life and much more. With live demonstrations, you dont want to miss out on this one! (Free festivalofthrift.co.uk/)
Theakstons BBQ n Beer Festival
30th September 2017
Love a good BBQ along with a nice cold beer anytime of the year? Join the rest of the foodies who are venturing to Theakstons BBQ n Beer Festival, saying goodbye to Summer 17 in style. With good food, great beer and live music, its an event you dont want to miss. (Admission fees available on the website yorkshire.com/theakstons-bbq-n-beer-festival-ripon-races)
Northumberland
Berwick Film & Media Arts Festival
20th September 2017 to 24th September 2017
Are films and creative arts your type of thing? Then the Berwick Film & Media Arts Festival is the perfect even for you. Discover Berwicks hidden corners and watch brilliant collaborations. Theres so much to see! (Admission fees are available on the website bfmaf.org/)
Suffolk
Aldeburgh Food & Drink Festival
23rd September 2017 – 24th September 2017
Heres one to definitely take note of, Aldeburgh Food & Drink Festival is the perfect place to submerge your foodie needs. With masterclasses, cooking workshops and demonstrations, theres so much to see, do and taste. (Admission fees are available on the website aldeburghfoodanddrink.co.uk/)
London
BBC Proms in the Park
9th September 2017
The worlds greatest classical music festival. Along with the BBC Concert Orchestra and many famous names, the BBC Proms in the Park is a must see (and hear) event. Gather your friends and amazing spirit for an unforgettable night! (More information available on the website bbc.co.uk/events/)
There are many brilliant events taking place throughout September. Looking to find more? Head to visitengland.com/. Know any great events that you want to shout out about? Let us know on our social, either Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.