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Events

Cambridge Cocktail Weekend

Friday 24th - Sunday 26th August
Cambridge Corn Exchange

Take the best cocktail bars in Cambridge, your favourite drinks brands, great live music and DJs, and (almost) every cocktail under the sun. Mix them all together inside the Cambridge Corn Exchange, serve with a fantastic party atmosphere to create the ultimate bank holiday weekend celebrations.

Cambridge Cocktail Weekend is designed to celebrate the great cocktails and bars that Cambridge has to offer, alongside some of the global spirits superstars all showcased in one room. Last year the Corn Exchange was packed to the gills with bars and saw over 2,000 through the doors enjoying delicious cocktails, with plenty of partying and dancing until late to brilliant live bands and DJs.

This year it's back, bigger and better with a three-day extravaganza, a fabulous festival of cocktails, bars aplenty and the best in music and entertainment. There will be a range of fun activities like cocktail masterclasses and demonstrations, throughout the day too – many of which are free, after the cost of the cocktail. More information is available on the masterclasses page on their wesbite. Most importantly though, there will be over 50 cocktails to choose from including premium spirit cocktails from just £5. Book your tickets now for this fabulous bank holiday weekend event.

For groups of ten or more you can claim a discount of 25% for your party. Contact them at info@cambridgecocktailweekend.co.uk to find out more.

Buy tickets online at cambridgecocktailweekend.co.uk.

Get In Touch
Website: cambridgecocktailweekend.co.uk/
Email: info@cambridgecocktailweekend.co.uk
Phone Number: 01223 462211
Address: Cambridge Corn Exchange, 2 Wheeler St, Cambridge, CB2 3QB

/cambridgecocktailweekend @cambridgeCW
Children's World Fun Park

Wednesday 8th - Sunday 2nd September
Parker's Piece, Cambridge

Children's World Fun Park is suitable for ages 2-10. Children's World works on a wristband format with a one off fee of £7.50 for endless rides! Adult entry is free but if you need to ride with your child there is a fee of £3.00 for an adult wristband.

*Mention Star Radio for £1 off!*

Get In Touch
Website: https://www.facebook.com/childrensworldfunpark/
Email: johncarey2008@hotmail.co.uk
Phone Number: 07976270697
Address: Parker's Piece, Cambridge, CB1 1NA

/childrensworldfunpark
Summer Saturday - Sports Day

Saturday 4th August
Newmarket Racecourses

Our family themed Sports Day is all about having a great day out with your nearest and dearest at the Home of Horseracing. There’s thrilling racing (of course!) but there’s also masses of sports based fun and free activities to keep everyone entertained throughout the day.

In the Garden Enclosure
- Back to School Races; Sack Race, Three-Legged Race, Egg & Spoon Race & Relay Race
- Bungee Basket Ball Game
- Bouncy Castle
- Face Painters
- Rowley’s Kids Club Activities
Get In Touch
Website: newmarket.thejockeyclub.co.uk/
Email: newmarket.boxoffice@thejockeyclub.co.uk
Phone Number: 0344 579 3010
Address: Newmarket Racecourses, Westfield House, The Links, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 0TG

/newmarketracecourses @NewmarketRace
Summer Saturday - Royal British Legion Day

Saturday 11th August
Newmarket Racecourses

Newmarket’s annual Royal British Legion Day is one of our most popular and emotive Summer Saturdays and features a moving Standard Bearers Parade. Not only is it an opportunity to support a very worthy cause it also promises a great day of racing with lots of entertainment.

Site wide:
- Royal British Legion Standard Bearers Parade up the track prior to the first race
- 40’s Roaming trio; Hoochie Toots
- Supporting the Royal British Legions ‘Thank you’ movement
- Poppy Feature
Garden Enclosure:
- Face Painters
- Rowley’s Kids Club activities; engaging the public with the Thank You Movement, creative activities.
Get In Touch
Website: newmarket.thejockeyclub.co.uk/
Email: newmarket.boxoffice@thejockeyclub.co.uk
Phone Number: 0344 579 3010
Address: Newmarket Racecourses, Westfield House, The Links, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 0TG

/newmarketracecourses @NewmarketRace
Summer Saturday - Horseplay

Saturday 18th August
Newmarket Racecourses

Returning for 2018, ‘Horseplay’ is a brilliant family raceday which focuses on the magnificent horse and offers you the opportunity to gain even more of an insight into our fantastic sport. The ‘Horseplay Roadshow’ will be on hand throughout the day which gives children the chance to learn through role play and interactive games.

In the Garden Enclosure:
- Horseplay Activity Zone
- Pony Hoppers
- Pony Rides
- Bouncy Castle
- Face Painters
- Rowley’s Kids Club Activities
Children under 18 are free of charge, no ticket required.

Get In Touch
Website: newmarket.thejockeyclub.co.uk/
Email: newmarket.boxoffice@thejockeyclub.co.uk
Phone Number: 0344 579 3010
Address: Newmarket Racecourses, Westfield House, The Links, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 0TG

/newmarketracecourses @NewmarketRace
Saffron Walden Beer & Cider Festival

Friday 17th - Sunday 19th August
Saffron Walden Common

Brewery Tap Events & Essex Brewery Company will be hosting the first Saffron Walden Beer & Cider Festival on the Common on the 17th to the 19th August.

They will have beers from breweries around East Anglia and 8 ciders from Core Fruit Products in Mystole just outside Canterbury Kent.

The event is free to attend young families and dogs most welcome.

Get In Touch
Website: www.saffronwaldenbeerandciderfestival.co.uk/
Email: info@saffronwaldenbeerandciderfestival.co.uk
Phone Number: 07981 953333
Address: Common Hill, Saffron Walden, CB10 1JG

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The Saffron Walden Motor Show

Sunday 12th August
The Common, Saffron Walden

The Saffron Walden Motor Show is perfect for classic and vintage motor enthusiasts, cars and bikes. It will take place on The Common on 12th August and is FREE entry!

The event is also helping to raise money for Arthur Rank Hospice and Riding For The Disabled.

Get In Touch
Website: www.saffronwaldenmotorshow.co.uk/
Phone Number: 07871197915
Address: The Common, Saffron Walden. Essex. CB10 1JG
The Star & Mouse Picture Show

July - September
Various locations

The Star & Mouse Picture Show bring a unique and unforgettable movie experience across Cambridgeshire. The independent dazzling trinket-cinema based in Cambridge; brings you the best loved films in extraordinary spaces.

They are showing classic films such as Grease, Back to the Future, Gladiator, Moulin Rouge and more! FInd out all the screenings and their locations here for full details.

Get In Touch
Website: starandmouse.com
Email: starandmousepictureshow@gmail.com
Phone Number: 07855 846964

/TheStarandMousePictureShow @StarandMouse

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