Flaming June is so called because it’s the month when the sun comes out and the UK finally basks in delicious warm weather. But with a whole host of exciting events taking place up and down the country, we think Foodie June, Festival June, or even Phew, There’s So Much To Do In June work just as well.
If you can getaway there’s lots to love about short breaks in June and early July – empty beaches, amazing attractions without any queues, the warm glow of Britain’s countryside, and seaside towns that still feel sleepy.
Holiday parks make superb bases for June getaways. When you’re self catering you have the flexibility to come and go as you please, giving you plenty of time to explore and enjoy local events, plus you can pop in to the pool and enjoy the nightly entertainments. Save money by checking out our latest deals on UK holiday parks.
To start you thinking, we’ve listed 10 of our favourite events in Flaming, Foodie, Festival, Phew it’s June – all are within easy reach of UK holiday parks.
Isle of Wight Festival of the Sea (16-23 June)
The Isle of Wight’s Festival of the Sea features a whopping 70 events including seafood tastings at Island restaurants, arts & crafts, marine conservation, guided lighthouse tours, time-travelling Literatours and lots of live music performances at waterside pubs and restaurants.
The headline event is the famous Round the Island race on 21 June, when more than 1,700 yachts from around the world compete to complete the 50 miles course.
Find out more: visitisleofwight.co.uk/events/festival-of-the-sea
Mevagissey Feast Week, Cornwall (29 June to 5 July)
The week-long Mevagissey Feast on the south coast of Cornwall is a celebration of local food and drink, with numerous fish dishes to munch along the way. There are exhibitions, demonstrations and live music in between food courses, plus colourful parades, raft races, and a stunning firework display bursts to life over the harbour on the final evening.
Find out more: mevagisseyfeastweek.org.uk/
Victorian Week in Ilfracombe, Devon (7-15 June)
Victorian Week is more than 40 separate events and entertainments celebrating the splendour of the age. Many locals don full Victorian costume to enter into the spirit, and events include fancy dress competitions, a grand parade, tea party, bathing belles & beaus, a paper boats competition and Victorian Olympics.
Find out more: ilfracombevictoriancelebration.org.uk/
Bridport Food Festival, Dorset (8-14 June)
Bridport Food Festival celebrates the best local foods and the producers who raise and grow the ingredients. Sample and shop in the producers’ marquee, chefs take over the cookery theatre and there is a real ale beer festival running alongside.
Find out more: bridportfoodfestival.wordpress.com/
Broadstairs Dickens Festival, Kent (15-21 June)
The town of Broadstairs pays homage to its most famous fan, with a festival celebrating the regular visits of Charles Dickens, who immortalised the destination as “Our English Watering Place”. The townsfolk have celebrated his jaunts for more than 50 years, donning costumes and putting on events that Dickens would have recognised including best dressed Victorian family competitions, a Dickensian cricket match and a Dickensian beach party with seaside frolics.
Find out more: broadstairsdickensfestival.co.uk/
Beverley Folk & Roots Festival, Yorkshire (20-22 June)
The market town of Beverley plays host to one of the UK’s best small festivals with this folk event that attracts big artists – this year’s bill features Billy Bragg and Chas & Dave among the many acts. There is a terrific mix of old and new styles with everything from folk, acoustic and even classic rock covered. Performances of dance, comedy, literature, film and poetry are also included.
Find out more: beverleyfestival.cloudvenue.co.uk/
Durham Regatta (14-15 June)
The Durham Regatta sees rowing crews from across the UK compete in short and long races on the River Wear, against the backdrop of Durham Cathedral. For spectators there is much more than just the boat races, with classic car rallies, brass bands belting out big tunes and a whole host of stores serving food and real ale.
Find out more: durham-regatta.org.uk/
Pembrokeshire Fish Week, South Wales (28 June to 6 July)
This award winning festival celebrates Pembrokeshire’s first-class seafood, spectacular coastline and fascinating maritime heritage. Events and activities include fish cookery and demonstrations, angling competitions, water adventures and outdoor activities – plus there are plenty of opportunities to taste test the produce! And if you’re all fished-out, there are bands, a fashion show and coastal tours to take part in.
Find out more: pembrokeshirefishweek.co.uk/
RSPB Minsmere, Suffolk
Minsmere on the Suffolk coast is an amazing bird reserve that hosts a wide range of events to encourage people who are enthusiastic about birdlife to do more with their passion. There are binocular and telescope demonstrations taking place most Saturdays and Sundays, and a beginner’s photography course, helping you learn the essentials of amazing images, on 21 June.
And best of all, Minsmere is home to the BBC’s Springwatch programme, with Chris Packham, Michaela Strachan and Martin Hughes-Games presenting their three-week long wildlife party from 26 May.
Find out more: rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/m/minsmere/events.aspx
Portsmouth Festivities (20-29 June)
Portsmouth’s vibrant annual festival of culture, arts and heritage is spread across two incredible weeks with a fantastic mix of concerts, talks, plays, films, dance, exhibitions and outdoor events.
Find out more: portsmouthfestivities.co.uk/