{"count":10,"contentType":"events","articles":[{"contentID":40599,"sectionID":3,"contentType":"events","category":"Live Music","dateAdded":"2026-09-30","dateModified":"2026-09-30","displayOrder":null,"title":"Live Music Fridays (Live Music Evenings)","intro":"Friday nights at Lore of the Sky feature live music in a relaxed setting, with the bar serving until 10pm and free entry.","content":"<p><strong>Live Music Fridays<\/strong> at <strong>Lore of the Sky<\/strong> bring a laid-back end-of-week atmosphere with live music on Friday evenings.<\/p><p>The bar serves until <strong>10.00pm<\/strong> and attendance is <strong>free<\/strong>. Table booking is available for food.<\/p><br><br><a href='https:\/\/www.opentable.co.uk\/r\/lore-of-the-sky-dorset'>BOOK NOW<\/a>","displaydate":null,"startDate":"2026-09-30","endDate":"2026-10-03","eventDate":"2026-10-02","eventLocation":"Lore of the Sky, Dorset, England","eventPostcode":null,"eventPrice":"Free","eventPlaces":null,"metatitle":"Live Music Fridays | Lore of the Sky (Dorset)","metadescription":"Free live music on Friday evenings at Lore of the Sky in Dorset, with the bar serving until 10pm. Table booking available for food.","seoURL":"\/entertainment\/live-music-fridays-lore-of-the-sky\/","geoPlacename":null,"eventdates":["2026-10-02 00:00:00","2026-10-09 00:00:00","2026-10-16 00:00:00","2026-10-23 00:00:00","2026-10-30 00:00:00","2026-11-06 00:00:00","2026-11-13 00:00:00","2026-11-20 00:00:00","2026-11-27 00:00:00","2026-12-04 00:00:00","2026-12-11 00:00:00","2026-12-18 00:00:00","2026-12-25 00:00:00","2027-01-01 00:00:00","2027-01-08 00:00:00","2027-01-15 00:00:00","2027-01-22 00:00:00","2027-01-29 00:00:00","2027-02-05 00:00:00","2027-02-12 00:00:00","2027-02-19 00:00:00","2027-02-26 00:00:00","2027-03-05 00:00:00","2027-03-12 00:00:00","2027-03-19 00:00:00","2027-03-26 00:00:00","2027-04-02 00:00:00","2027-04-09 00:00:00","2027-04-16 00:00:00","2027-04-23 00:00:00","2027-04-30 00:00:00","2027-05-07 00:00:00","2027-05-14 00:00:00","2027-05-21 00:00:00","2027-05-28 00:00:00","2027-06-04 00:00:00","2027-06-11 00:00:00","2027-06-18 00:00:00","2027-06-25 00:00:00"]},{"contentID":40283,"sectionID":3,"contentType":"events","category":"Aviation","dateAdded":"2026-09-23","dateModified":"2026-09-23","displayOrder":null,"title":"WingWalking Weekend","intro":"A three-day wingwalking experience weekend at Compton Abbas Airfield hosted by AeroSuperBatics.","content":"<p><strong>Dates:<\/strong> <strong>2 - 4 October 2026<\/strong><br><strong>Time:<\/strong> <strong>10.00am - 4.00pm<\/strong><\/p><p>Compton Abbas Airfield welcomes AeroSuperBatics for three days of wingwalking experiences. Further details, pricing and booking information are provided via the operator\ufffds website.<\/p><p><strong>Note:<\/strong> prices and ticketing are not provided on the event page; booking is handled by the operator.<\/p>","displaydate":null,"startDate":"2026-09-23","endDate":"2026-10-05","eventDate":"2026-10-02","eventLocation":"Compton Abbas Airfield (Lore of the Sky), Ashmore, near Salisbury, Dorset","eventPostcode":"SP5 5AP","eventPrice":null,"eventPlaces":null,"metatitle":"WingWalking Weekend | Lore of the Sky","metadescription":"WingWalking Weekend at Compton Abbas Airfield (Dorset), 2\ufffd4 Oct 2026, 10am\ufffd4pm. Wingwalking experiences hosted by AeroSuperBatics.","seoURL":"\/entertainment\/wingwalking-weekend\/","geoPlacename":null,"eventdates":["2026-10-02 07:00:00","2026-10-03 07:00:00","2026-10-04 07:00:00"]},{"contentID":40284,"sectionID":3,"contentType":"events","category":"Aviation","dateAdded":"2026-09-23","dateModified":"2026-09-23","displayOrder":null,"title":"WingWalking Weekend","intro":"A three-day wingwalking experience weekend at Compton Abbas Airfield hosted by AeroSuperBatics.","content":"<p><strong>Dates:<\/strong> <strong>2 - 4 October 2026<\/strong><br><strong>Time:<\/strong> <strong>10.00am - 4.00pm<\/strong><\/p><p>Compton Abbas Airfield welcomes AeroSuperBatics for three days of wingwalking experiences. Further details, pricing and booking information are provided via the operator\ufffds website.<\/p><p><strong>Note:<\/strong> prices and ticketing are not provided on the event page; booking is handled by the operator.<\/p>","displaydate":null,"startDate":"2026-09-23","endDate":"2026-10-05","eventDate":"2026-10-02","eventLocation":"Compton Abbas Airfield (Lore of the Sky), Ashmore, near Salisbury, Dorset","eventPostcode":"SP5 5AP","eventPrice":null,"eventPlaces":null,"metatitle":"WingWalking Weekend | Lore of the Sky","metadescription":"WingWalking Weekend at Compton Abbas Airfield (Dorset), 2\ufffd4 Oct 2026, 10am\ufffd4pm. Wingwalking experiences hosted by AeroSuperBatics.","seoURL":"\/entertainment\/wingwalking-weekend\/","geoPlacename":null,"eventdates":["2026-10-02 07:00:00","2026-10-03 07:00:00","2026-10-04 07:00:00"]},{"contentID":39537,"sectionID":3,"contentType":"events","category":"Tribute Night","dateAdded":"2026-04-14","dateModified":"2026-04-14","displayOrder":null,"title":"Freddie Mercury Tribute Night","intro":"A Freddie Mercury tribute night delivers Queen anthems and show-stopping vocals, with a two-course meal included.","content":"<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Friday 2nd October 2026<\/p><p><strong>Times:<\/strong> Venue opens <strong>6.45pm<\/strong>; food served from <strong>7.30pm<\/strong>.<\/p><p>A Freddie Mercury tribute is a high-energy show celebrating the legendary Queen frontman\ufffds powerful vocals, flamboyant style, and unforgettable rock anthems.<\/p><ul><li><strong>Age restriction:<\/strong> 18 years+ only<\/li><li><strong>Ticket price:<\/strong> <strong>\ufffd20.00<\/strong> per person<\/li><li><strong>Includes:<\/strong> set two-course meal<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Additional information:<\/strong> Most shows sell out, so early booking is recommended. Allergen information is available on request.<\/p><br><br><a href='https:\/\/www.boundless.co.uk\/whitemead\/freddie-mercury-tribute-night-02-10-26'>BOOK NOW<\/a>","displaydate":null,"startDate":"2026-04-14","endDate":"2026-10-03","eventDate":"2026-10-02","eventLocation":"The Venue (Whitemead Forest Park)","eventPostcode":null,"eventPrice":"\ufffd20.00","eventPlaces":"The Venue (Whitemead Forest Park)","metatitle":"Freddie Mercury Tribute Night | Whitemead Forest Park","metadescription":"Freddie Mercury Tribute Night at The Venue, Whitemead Forest Park on Friday 2 October 2026. Doors 6.45pm, dinner from 7.30pm. \ufffd20 per person including a two-course meal. 18+ only.","seoURL":"\/entertainment\/discover-swindon\/freddie-mercury-tribute-night\/","geoPlacename":null,"eventdates":["2026-10-02 18:45:00"]},{"contentID":40211,"sectionID":8,"contentType":"events","category":"Coach Day Trip","dateAdded":"2026-09-23","dateModified":"2026-09-23","displayOrder":null,"title":"Bridport (Market Day) & Crewkerne (Market Day in Bridport)","intro":"A coach trip to the market town of Bridport on market day, followed by time in Crewkerne to enjoy its Georgian charm and independent shops and caf\ufffds.","content":"<p>The trip first visits the historic market town of <strong>Bridport<\/strong>, with time to explore its wide shopping streets on market day.<\/p><p>The itinerary continues to <strong>Crewkerne<\/strong>, known for Georgian charm, independent caf\ufffds, antiques and countryside views.<\/p><p><strong>Included<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Return coach travel<\/li><li>3 hours in Bridport<\/li><li>1.5 hours in Crewkerne<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Back by (Central Swindon)<\/strong>: 7:00pm approx.<\/p><br><br><a href='https:\/\/www.barnescoaches.co.uk\/OrderProcess\/Booknow2.aspx?tourid=171491&tourref=BRIDP%20%20%20%203'>BOOK NOW<\/a>","displaydate":null,"startDate":"2026-09-23","endDate":"2026-10-04","eventDate":"2026-10-03","eventLocation":"Bridport (Dorset) and Crewkerne (Somerset), England","eventPostcode":null,"eventPrice":"\ufffd37.00","eventPlaces":null,"metatitle":"Bridport (Market Day) & Crewkerne","metadescription":"Coach day trip to Bridport on market day with 3 hours in town, then 1.5 hours in Crewkerne. Departs 3 Oct 2026.","seoURL":"\/shopping\/bridport-market-day-crewkerne\/","geoPlacename":null,"eventdates":["2026-10-03 00:00:00"]},null,{"contentID":40101,"sectionID":7,"contentType":"events","category":"Halloween Events","dateAdded":"2026-09-01","dateModified":"2026-09-01","displayOrder":null,"title":"Lotmead Halloween Trial ","intro":"Calling all ghouls and goblins!","content":"<p> Join Lotmead for a wicked good time on their Halloween Trail. They've set up 10 brand new games designed for both young and old. <\/p><p>The trail will take you through their strawberry bays, so please remember to wear your wellies; things might get a little muddy!<\/p><p>This ticket also gives you access to the Farm Park.<\/p><p><\/p><br><br><a href='https:\/\/shop.beyonk.com\/xgqxxwpt\/experiences\/7x1p3q50?group=experiences'>BOOK NOW<\/a>","displaydate":null,"startDate":"2026-09-01","endDate":"2026-11-02","eventDate":"2026-10-03","eventLocation":"Lotmead Farm, Wanborough Road, Wanborough, Swindon SN4 0SN","eventPostcode":null,"eventPrice":"16+ years: \ufffd3.18 | Age 3-16yrs \ufffd5.29 ","eventPlaces":null,"metatitle":"Lotmead Halloween Trial ","metadescription":"Calling all ghouls and goblins!","seoURL":"\/family\/Lotmead-Halloween-Trial\/","geoPlacename":null,"eventdates":["2026-10-03 00:00:00","2026-10-04 00:00:00","2026-10-05 00:00:00","2026-10-06 00:00:00","2026-10-07 00:00:00","2026-10-08 00:00:00","2026-10-09 00:00:00","2026-10-10 00:00:00","2026-10-11 00:00:00","2026-10-12 00:00:00","2026-10-13 00:00:00","2026-10-14 00:00:00","2026-10-15 00:00:00","2026-10-16 00:00:00","2026-10-17 00:00:00","2026-10-18 00:00:00","2026-10-19 00:00:00","2026-10-20 00:00:00","2026-10-21 00:00:00","2026-10-22 00:00:00","2026-10-23 00:00:00","2026-10-24 00:00:00","2026-10-25 00:00:00","2026-10-26 00:00:00","2026-10-27 00:00:00","2026-10-28 00:00:00","2026-10-29 00:00:00","2026-10-30 00:00:00","2026-10-31 00:00:00","2026-11-01 00:00:00"],"images":[{"imgAlt":null,"imgFile":"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/total-guides-to-images\/SWINDON%2F1788258353549_image_1l8n5ta934aszv5e.jpg","displayOrder":null,"position":null}]},{"contentID":39563,"sectionID":10,"contentType":"events","category":"Charity Events","dateAdded":"2026-04-14","dateModified":"2026-04-14","displayOrder":5517,"title":"CycleFest @ Castle Combe with Wiltshire & Bath Air Ambulance","intro":"CycleFest is back for 2026. Join the Wiltshire & Bath Air Ambulance for a brilliant day of cycling!","content":"<p>Taking place at the iconic Castle Combe Circuit, CycleFest offers two exciting ways to take part. Whether you are looking for a relaxed day out with the family or ready to take on a personal cycling challenge, there is something for everyone.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Challenge Ride Ride the roads of Wiltshire and Bath and take on the challenge.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Kick-start your day with the CycleFest Challenge Ride, departing from Castle Combe Circuit from 8am. Join fellow cyclists for an unforgettable ride through the Wiltshire and Bath countryside before finishing back at the circuit.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Choose your route:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li>\r\n\t<p>40 miles – The Takeoff (£35 early bird)<\/p>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li>\r\n\t<p>65 miles – The Full Flight (£40 early bird)<\/p>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Every rider who completes the challenge will receive a CycleFest medal to celebrate their achievement.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><a href="https:\/\/www.wiltshirebathairambulance.org.uk\/get-involved\/events\/cyclefest-castle-combe">BOOK NOW<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n","displaydate":null,"startDate":"2026-04-14","endDate":"2026-10-05","eventDate":"2026-10-04","eventLocation":"Castle Combe Circuit, Chippenham, SN14 7EY","eventPostcode":null,"eventPrice":"Adults \ufffd5, Under-16s \ufffd3, Sportive \ufffd40","eventPlaces":null,"metatitle":"CycleFest @ Castle Combe","metadescription":"CycleFest is back for 2026. 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Departs 4 Oct 2026.","seoURL":"\/entertainment\/portsmouth-gunwharf-quay-spinnaker-tower\/","geoPlacename":null,"eventdates":["2026-10-04 00:00:00"]},null]}