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Local Events 2010

 

 

Rugby School Tours

Every Friday, Saturday and Monday at 2pm

Guided tours of the famous Rugby School starting from Rugby School bookshop, Barby Rd. The guides, many of whom are pupils, take visitors on a fascinating 1-2 hours long discovery tour, bringing to life the schools impressive buildings and history. Group tours should be booked in advance. Please note that tours are liable to change. Please phone first to confirm. Adults £5.95, Concession £3.75. Call 01788 556169 for details.

 

 

Visit Rugby Cement Plant

Thursday 9 September and Friday 10th September

Explore Rugby's local history and heritage with a series of free events.  For the second year under this scheme, there is the opportunity to visit the CEMEX RUGBY CEMENT PLANT, located in Lawford Road at CV21 2RY  The tour of the UK's largest cement plant includes the pre-heater tower with spectacular views over Rugby and Warwickshire.  Tours are being run today at 10.00 a.m., 1.00 p.m. and 4.00 p.m.  Pre-booking is required (at the Rugby Visitor Centre).  This is part of the national scheme, Heritage Open Days.  To find out more about the Rugby events, call the Rugby Visitor Centre on 01788 533 217

 


Stretton Gardeners's Show

Saturday 11th September

Eagerly looked forward to every year is the Stretton Gardeners' Show in the Village Hall in Stretton-on-Dunsmore. 

 

Mini Owners National Rally at Stanford Hall

Sunday 12th September

Stanford 2010 is being sponsored by MiniWorld again, there will be plenty of activities to keep you and your family entertained along with top trade stands and Club stands all set in the beautiful grounds of Stanford Hall near Lutterworth, Leics.

 

NCT Nearly New Sale

Sunday 10 October

Toys, games, nursery equipment, maternity wear, and clothes for babies and children are available at the NEARLY NEW SALE in aid of the National Childbirth Trust from 11.30 a.m. until 1.00 p.m. in the Benn Hall, Rugby.  Admission 50p.  Free parking.  Call 08442 436 253 for more information

 

Events at The NEC

 

 

 

 

 

 

The National Franchise Exhibition (Public)

1st - 2nd October 2010

Discover how to become your own boss at The National Franchise Exhibition.

Franchising is a business model that enables you to become your own boss, but with the support of an established business and brand.

 

 

A Place in the Sun Live (Public)

1st - 3rd October 2010

At the UK’s only dedicated overseas property exhibition there’s something for everyone. With homes from £20,000 to over £1 million, there’s something to suit every budget. With hundreds of agents and developers featuring thousands of properties for sale from around the world you can be sure that you are getting the best deal by comparing properties and prices, and meet the agents face-to-face. www.aplaceinthesun.com

 

 

 

Miniatura - The International Dolls' House Modelling Show (Public)

2nd - 3rd October 2010

Fulfil your childhood dream of owning the perfect doll house as Miniatura, the world’s largest miniatures show, comes to The NEC. The show is one of the most prestigious in the UK and attracts exhibitors and visitors from all over the world with over 80% of items on display being hand-made.

 

BPM – DJ Show

Europe’s Largest DJ & Electronic Music Making Event (Public)

2nd - 4th October 2010

BPM is Europe’s biggest event dedicated to DJ culture. It is attended by DJs, producers, performers, promoters, venue owners/managers, equipment retailers/installers, record label representatives and many others who simply have an interest in DJing or dance music.

 

W10 Working with Wood (Trade)

3rd - 6th October 2010

W10 is the UK’s national trade show for all manufacturing businesses working with wood.

 

 

 

Grand Designs Live (Public)

8th - 10th October 2010

The show is based on the hugely popular Channel 4 TV show presented by design guru Kevin McCloud and is the UK’s number one show for design and inspiration for your home. There will be over 500 exhibitors, many products for you to buy for your home, garden or build project and brilliant interactive show feature

 

 

 

The National Wedding Show (Public)

8th - 10th October 2010

A visit to the National Wedding Show is an absolute must for all those planning their perfect wedding. Whether you’re planning a traditional princess fairytale wedding or are a modern bride seeking more of a cutting edge and contemporary affair, with over 300 wedding experts and inspirational features, The National Wedding Show is the show for you; a unique and glamorous wedding shopping experience with thousands of ideas to plan your perfect day.

www.nationalweddingshow.co.uk

 

 

The Pharmacy Show 2010 (Trade)

10th - 11th October 2010

 

 

 

International Caravan & Motorhome 2010 (Public)

12th - 17th October 2010

 

The Daily Telegraph presents CRUISE Birmingham 2010 (Public)

16th - 17th October 2010

 

Interbuild Onsite (Trade)

17th - 20th October 2010

 

 

 

The BEST Show (Built Environment Solutions & Technologies) (Trade)

17th - 20th October 2010

 

Glassex (Trade)

17th - 20th October 2010

 

 

 

 

Management in Practice 2010 (Trade)

Wednesday 20th October 2010

 

 

 

Antiques for Everyone (Public)

Thursday 28th - Sunday 31st October 2010

 

 

 

British Ski + Board Show (Public)

Friday 29th - Sunday 31st October 2010

 

 

 

Dive 2010 - The International Sub-Aqua and Watersports Show (Public)

Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st October 2010