An impressive military concert featuring music from military bands, mounted horses, displays and fireworks.

Central London

One for the earlybirds!  Up to 50 hot air balloons take to the skies over London but beware, they usually launch at around 5am!  Dates are set on a standby basis for each Sunday in June and the Regatta will go ahead on the first date the weather is suitable for the event.

Central London

The event to put 'Ashford on the Map'!  A big annual event held every year on the first Sunday in June.  A popular family event that attracts hundreds of people with fun in store for all ages.

Ashford

School fairs, village fairs, community fairs, church fairs...with the summer months upon us, there are are fairs, fetes and carnivals literally popping up all over the place.  Have a quick scout on the internet to find one near you.  Always lots to keep the kids entertained.  Some around West London include; Ham Common Fair, Kew Fete, Mortlake Summer Fair, Twickenham Green Fete, Barnes Fair, Greenford Carnival, Acton Carnival, Twickenham Carnival.

Various

A tradition dating back to the 17th Century, this is an impressive military display to celebrate Her Majesty the Queen's official birthday.  The event is sometimes referred to as the Queen's Birthday Parade as following the pageant at Horse Guards Parade, the parade makes it way down The Mall to Buckingham Palace before ending with a fly-past by the RAF.

Central London

There are usually lots of local carnivals taking place in June but having grown up in Hanwell, this carnival is the one I enjoy the most!  It is believed to be one of London's oldest, dating back to 1898.  Every year, the carnival attracts thousands of visitors.  A lively parade makes its way through Hanwell to Elthorne Park where the fun really kicks off with a multitude of things to do including live music, food stalls, traditional stalls, animals, displays, a dog show to name just a few - you won't be disappointed!

Hanwell

More than 200 gardens open its gates to everyone for one weekend a year, in June.  Among them are many that are usually closed to the general public.  From rooftop terraces to small private courtyards and hidden gardens to community gardens.  Adults pay for a ticket for both days and kids under 12 go free.

London

A fantastic opportunity to watch free performances from some of the best and new musicals in the West End, live on an open-air stage in Trafalgar Square...for free!  The event is split over a weekend usually in the middle of June - check website for more details.

Central London

A great way to spend a warm summer evening.  Pack some popcorn, a few nibbles and drinks, a blanket and something comfy to sit on and relax for a spot of alfresco movie watching.  There are lots of outdoor screens popping up all over the place so take a look at what's on offer and book early.  Check out thelunacinema.com, popupscreens.co.uk, whereisthenomad.com, rooftopfilmclub.com, backyardcinema.co.uk or get googling for alternative locations near you.

Various locations

A jam packed schedule of live entertainment.  Ranging from cabaret to family shows, comedy to theatre, there is bound to be something to suit everyone.  And even if you're not catching a show in the great big upside down purple cow auditorium, a lovely space to wander about and maybe catch a bite to eat or sip a drink or two.

Southbank

An extremely varied, weird and wonderful collection of shows held within their 'Paradiso' show tent. 

Southbank

From strawberries to sweetcorn, cherries to courgettes and pumpkins to peas - find a 'PYO' (Pick Your Own) site and let the kids see first hand how some of their favourite fruits and vegetables grow before you pick a few for your punnet and sample the delights.  There are a few places around London to do just this (Copas Farm and Garsons are a couple) but one of our favourites is Crockford Bridge Farm in Addlestone.

Addlestone and various locations