16–19 January
It’s showtime
The Caravan and Motorhome show returns to EventCity, Manchester bringing a wealth of companies and brands from all across the camping, motorhome and outdoor sector.
Visitors can enjoy numerous launches, show-only discounts and meet brand representatives from the likes of Swift, Bailey and Coachman.
The Club will also be exhibiting at the show, and hosting a Towing Experience to help people learn to tow safely, manoeuvre their motorhomes and hitch their caravans. There will also be a number of Worldwide Escape presentations.
Look out for our Member Ticket Offer and Introduce a Friend to the Club deal online.
Nearest open Club Site: Delamere Forest
18 January
Imagine…
Gaz Keenan, a John Lennon look- and sound-alike, will be performing to an audience in Redditch this January. As part of its Lennon Retrospective show, the John Lennon Tribute UK group will showcase some of Lennon’s most popular songs, such as Woman, Happy Xmas (War is Over) and Imagine, as well as some crowd-pleasing favourites from the Fab Four.
Head to the Visit Birmingham website for more information.
Nearest open Club Site: Kingsbury Water Park
23-26 January
Laugh into the new year
The Slapstick Festival returns for the 15th year, championing the art of silent, visual and classic comedy.
The annual comedy festival will feature the wit and wisdom of Barry Cryer (left) and Colin Sell, Harry Hill, Shappi Khorsandi, Stephen Merchant and many more, with plenty of demonstrations, improvisations and expert insights into the world of comedy. Accompanying the screenings will be live music from Slapstick’s Musical Director, Gunter A. Buchwald.
Nearest open Club Site: Devizes
19 January
New Year’s Racing Resolutions
What better way to keep warm this winter than with a scenic run?
The Slough New Year 10k and 5k sees runners take on undulating paths and trails through Black Park Country Park, Buckinghamshire. The park is one of Slough’s most picturesque spots, with 500 acres of woodland, heathland, open space and a large lake, full of wildlife.
The two races are open to entrants of any age and ability, and there will be bespoke medals and goodies for all those who cross the finish line.
Nearest open Club Site: Chertsey
24 January
Living legends
Sir Ranulph Fiennes will be in Bedford recounting tales of his upbringing, army background and expeditions as part of his UK tour, ‘Living Dangerously.’
Fiennes was named ‘the world’s greatest living explorer’ by Guinness World Records’ Founding Editor, a fitting title given he was the first person to reach both poles, circumnavigate Earth along its polar axis and cross both the Arctic Ocean and Antarctic continent. This is a talk any explorer or budding adventurer won’t want to miss.
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Nearest open Club Site: Hertford
25 January
Burn the night away
Celebrate the life and works of Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns, in Scotland on Burns Night. There will be events honouring the bard up and down the country in late January, and many restaurants across Scotland will be hosting traditional Burns Suppers, with haggis, neeps and tatties on the menu, along with Scottish dancing and music to make it a proper celebration! Find your favourite Burns Supper on the Visit Scotland website.
Nearest open Club Sites: Loch Ness Shores, Moffat
25 January
Battle of Nantwich
In Nantwich, Cheshire, the past will come to life with a re-enactment of the Battle of Nantwich, the historical battle that took place in 1644 and marked the liberation of the town during the English Civil War. Today the anniversary is known as Holly Holy Day. The day-long re-enactment is staged at a number of popular spots throughout the town, and includes a choir, tours, musket and artillery demonstrations, a parade of troops, a wreath-laying ceremony and, of course, the battle itself.
Nearest open Club Site: Delamere Forest