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Things to do in the UK this August Bank Holiday
30th July 2025
The final bank holiday weekend of the summer is fast approaching, and we’ve got some seriously good suggestions for you to pop in the diary and make the most of it before we wave goodbye to summer.
Whether it’s foodie feasts you love or you’re a bit of a culture vulture, get inspired with our bank holiday must-dos.
For the foodies: The Big Feastival
The Big Feastival brings together live music, award-winning street food and Michelin star chefs for a weekend celebrating tasty treats, great performances and good times, all nestled in a secluded farm in the Cotswold countryside. Browse endless street food stalls to keep any cravings satisfied and experience live cooking demos from celebrity chefs. There’s plenty of stages showcasing live artists and performers and even a spa sanctuary in its own field tucked away from the festival bustle.
Stay at: Heythrop Park
For the classic car connoisseurs: Isle of Wights 50th Island Steam Fair
Celebrate 50 glorious years of this traditional steam fair full of activities to make you smile at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway. Take in the vast collection of vintage cars and feel like a kid again by riding on the traditional fairground rides or trying your hand at the coconut shy. With food stalls, a real ale bar, live entertainment and majestic steam trains running along the line, it’s set to be an unmissable event.
Stay at: Bembridge Coast or Norton Grange
For those who enjoy a flutter: Royal Windsor’s summer closing party
Feeling flush? There’s nothing like the rush of the races and right on Runnymede’s doorstep is Windsor Racecourse. The closing weekend of their Summer Saturdays series takes place on Saturday 23rd August and will not only feature fantastic action on the track, but a fabulous DJ set after the races from Kimberly Wyatt and her Dont’ Cha Disco!
Stay at: The Runnymede on Thames
If you can't make it, see Kimberly Wyatt at Warner Hotels in 2026, where she will perform her Don't Cha Disco at the Runnymede on Thames and Thoresby Hall.
For the savvy shoppers: Stratford’s Big Summer Market
Just a short half an hour drive from our very own Studley Castle is the historic Stratford-upon-Avon, brimming with culture, beautiful boutiques and amazing attractions to fill your bank holiday with nothing but good vibes. And on Monday 25th August, the Big Summer Market is back at The Waterside Upmarket, full of tasty street food options and over 90 stalls showcasing clothing, jewellery, gifts, crafts, and more!
Stay at: Studley Castle
Plan your Bank Holiday Break today
Our 16 unique hotels and villages are ready to welcome you for the final bank holiday of the year with relaxing spa facilities, indulgent dining and amazing entertainment all included in each break. Is the coast or the countryside calling? Browse, book and have your best bank holiday yet.
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