RHS Chelsea Flower Show Centenary

RHS Chelsea Flower Show Centenary

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Who? Royal Horticultural Society What? The Royal Horticultural Society will be presenting the 100th Chelsea Flower Show this year. The ever popular horticultural exhibition will include photographic exhibition, expert talks, Centenary opera and of course the show’s staple – the gardens. This year’s gardens include Spectacular Floral Pavilion, The Evolving Garden, Show Gardens, Fresh Gardens, Artisan Gardens, Generation Gardens, Revisit London 2012 and Artisan Retreats. When? 21st to 25th May Where? Royal Hospital, Chelsea, London SW3 4SL How? Visit www.rhs.org.uk for more information

Fowey, a festival of words and music

Fowey, a festival of words and music

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Who? Fowey Festival What? The Fowey Festival has returned to the Fowey estuary this year, bringing with it an eclectic mix of literature, music and performance. The festivail will include a packed programme of talks, exhibitions, workshops, guided walks, river cruises and community activities. Ticket prices vary according to event. When? 8th to 18th May Where? Events are based around the town of Fowey in Cornwall How? Visit www.foweyfestival.com for more information

SPIN London, an urban bike festival

SPIN London, an urban bike festival

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Who? SPIN London What? Bike enthusiasts will not want to miss SPIN London, the world’s first urban focused bike festival. There will be international brands and independent exhibitors, cycle fashion, apparel and accessory retailers, talks, screenings, demonstrations, Cycle-Art Installations, live music and food. Tickets from £5. When? 3rd – 5th May Where? The Old Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, London E1 6QL How? See spinldn.com for more information

Exploring da Vinci
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Exploring da Vinci

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Who? Hotel Principe Di Savoia What? Hotel Principe Di Savoia has now started offering “A Road to Leonardo” package, allowing guests to explore the cultural side of Milan. The package includes a three hour guided tour of some of Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpieces, transport to and from the historical centre of Milan as well as accommodation and breakfast. Room rates are from €480 per room per night, for a minimum stay of two nights. When? Available year round Where? Piazza della Repubblica, 17 20124 Milan, Italy www.hotelprincipedisavoia.com How? To book, call +39 02 6230 4007 Fly via KLM

Château Lou Casteou launches Luxury Cultural Retreat
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Château Lou Casteou launches Luxury Cultural Retreat

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Who? Château Lou Casteou What? Château Lou Casteou is launching a gastronomic cookery school as part of its first ever Luxury Cultural Retreat. Guests will have the chance to learn to make traditional Italian food with chef Matteo Mangiarotti, including breads, ravioli and risotto. There will also be tutored wine tastings as well as the opportunity to take part in cultural activities. Priced at 2,950€ per person, including VAT. When? 21st to 26th April Where? 850 Chemin du Plan Guinet, 83600 Frejus, Côte d’Azur, France How? For more information visit www.loucasteou.com Fly via KLM

Moorcroft at Cobridge: The Centenary Auction

Moorcroft at Cobridge: The Centenary Auction

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Who? Bonhams What? Lovers of pottery should look forwards to Bonhams’ Moorcroft auction which celebrates 100 years of pottery production at Cobridge works in Stoke-on-Trent. A number of rare patterns and shapes will be included in the auction, including a Flambe Waratah vase at £8,000-£12,000 , an early Florain Poppy vase at £1,500-2,000, a Claremont Silver overlay tea-set at £5,000-7,000, a Hazledene vase at £3,000-3,500 and a Moonlit Blue vase at £2,500-3,000. When? 17th April Where? 101 New Bond Street, London, London W1S 1SR How? For more information visit bonhams.com