The Dispatch
Guides, field notes and unfiltered opinions for the people who put on live events, and the fans who turn up.
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1,023 guidesGuide to UK 80s and 90s Nostalgia Club Nights
Nostalgia club nights playing the best of the 80s and 90s are hugely popular across the UK.
Best UK Cider Festivals and Orchard Events
From wassailing ceremonies to craft cider festivals in Somerset and Herefordshire, discover the best cider and orchard events across the UK.
Guide to Murder Mystery Dinner Events in the UK
Everything you need to know about murder mystery dinner events in the UK…
Best Events to Attend in February in the UK
February brings Valentine's Day, half-term, and the first signs of spring. Here are the best events happening across the UK.
Love Supreme Jazz Festival Guide: Glynde's Celebration of Jazz and Soul
A complete guide to Love Supreme Jazz Festival at Glynde Place in East Sussex…
Guide to UK Tribute Band Events and Festivals
Tribute bands are a massive part of the UK live music scene.
Why 250,000 Tents Get Abandoned at UK Festivals Every Year
Thousands of tents are abandoned at UK festivals every year. Here's the environmental cost, why it happens, and what festivals are doing about it.
Guide to UK Literary Festivals and Book Events
From Hay Festival to the Edinburgh International Book Festival, discover the best literary festivals and book events for readers across the UK.
Best Comedy Clubs in Edinburgh
Edinburgh is synonymous with comedy thanks to the Fringe, but the Scottish capital has a thriving year-round comedy scene too.
Guide to Pride Events Across the UK
From Brighton Pride to Manchester, London, and Edinburgh celebrations, discover the best Pride events and LGBTQ+ festivals happening across the UK throughout the year.
The Cardiff and South Wales Events Landscape
Cardiff and the wider South Wales region have built a distinctive events landscape that draws on Welsh cultural traditions, a strong sporting heritage…
Best Spoken Word and Slam Poetry Nights in the UK
Discover the best spoken word and slam poetry nights across the UK, from open mic evenings to national competitions and festivals celebrating live poetry.
