Events in United Kingdom

Cirque de Soleil
London
8 Jan - 1 Feb, 2009

Cirque de Soleil returns to London in style for another round of eye popping acrobatics. It is truly awe inspiring to see these marvelous performers mastering exercises in balance and skill. Don’t try it at home, go see it live!

Exeter Festival of Winter Ales
Exeter
9 Jan - 10 Jan, 2009

Sample over 35 winter ales at this festival held annually at the University of Exeter. Admission is under £5, and will include a new commemorative glass. Food is served throughout the day, and there is live entertainment at night. There is also pub related memorabilia available for sale at one vendor stands. A must visit for fans of winter ales.

Bloody Battles and Woeful Wars
Warwickshire
10 Feb - 18 Feb, 2009

See the historical re-enactment of some freaky demonstrations of large powerful weapons that were used in the middle ages, including the world’s largest functioning catapult! Learn all about old methods and ways, from everything from battle, to the torture and treatment of enemies.

Jorvik Viking Festival
York
18 Feb - 22 Feb, 2009

If you have ever wanted to be a Viking, this is the place. See recreations of the Norse warriors get the better of the Saxons. The city of York will play host to over 100 events during this festival, all themed around Vikings. Fun for the whole family!