Top five things to do in Gloucestershire this weekend
By Bethany Winter | 16th August 2019
The August Bank Holiday weekend is quickly approaching, but the summer isn't over yet!
Make the most of the summer holidays with fantastic events going on this weekend in Gloucestershire.
1# Chubby Brown is back and as naughty as ever
Where: Cheltenham Town Hall
When: Friday, August 16, 8pm
Roy Chubby Brown is back and he's as naughty as ever. His choice of language and his politically incorrect jokes are all delivered with a cheeky grin and perfect comedy timing.
His trademark flying helmet and goggles, coupled with his coat of many patches, make him instantly recognisable as the man who put the "F" in Alice, with his popular version of "that" song.
Tickets cost £26 and are available from the box office or by calling 0844 576 2210. Over-16s only.
2# Family-friendly musical filled with joy
Where: The Roses Theatre, Tewkesbury
When: Thursday, August 15, to Saturday, August 17
The Grande Royale Theatre Company, supported by The Roses Theatre, proudly presents Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
It is a family-friendly musical that is piled, bouffant high, with laughter, romance, and deliriously tuneful songs.
Audience-goers at the Roses can choose from four performances of Hairspray, including a Saturday matinee.
See the Roses website for ticket information and more details.
3# The (Soul) Circus is coming to Gloucestershire!
Where: Hollow Farm, Elmore, Gloucestershire GL2 3SG
When: Friday, August 16, to Sunday, August 18
With less than two weeks until Soul Circus, the UK's leading yoga and wellness festival in the Cotswolds, a number of exciting new attractions have been added to the line-up.
New for 2019 are the Lululemon Stage and the Breathpod Tipi which will be joining the line-up of DJs, yogis, food vendors and wellness experts.
An extensive array of fresh culinary delights is also available for foodies and include made-to-order pizza, delicious breakfast options, an on-site bakery and Moroccan-inspired dining experiences that will run nightly alongside live entertainment and on-stage cooking demonstrations.
Prices start at £79 for a Friday OR Sunday day ticket, £99 for a Saturday day ticket and £175 for a weekend ticket. Group tickets and tickets for teens are also available.
Visit www.soulcircus.yoga to find out more.
4# Car versus polo pony in acceleration race
Where: Cirencester Park Polo Club
When: Saturday, August 17, 2pm
On Saturday, August 17, at 2pm, just ahead of the thrilling County Cup Final polo game, spectators on the day will be able to watch a Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S 4MATIC+ have an acceleration race against a high-goal polo pony.
The vehicle will be provided and driven by Mercedes-Benz of Cheltenham and Gloucester. The car is a petrol engine, 3,982 cc, 8-cylinder, 510 hp/375 Kw.
The polo pony is owned and will be ridden by Martin Ffrench-Blake of Lipogems Equine. The pony, called Claritta, is a nine-year-old medium to high-goal pony.
Cirencester Park Polo Club is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year and has been holding many added attractions, on top of the exciting polo matches on key event days throughout the year, to celebrate.
Gates open at midday for people to settle down with their picnics or in the clubhouse restaurant to enjoy lunch. Entry is just £5 on the gate for picnickers, or £20 for Day Membership Passes, giving access to the restaurant, bar and member's enclosure. The Mercedes Pony Race will be on at 2pm, followed by the County Cup Final at 2.30pm.
You don't have to be a member of the Polo Club to come and enjoy the day - everyone, including children and dogs are very welcome!
Set in the heart of the spectacular Cirencester Park, the breath-taking scenery is the perfect backdrop for a quintessentially British family day out.
5# Over 1,000 classic vehicles on display at festival
Where: Tewkesbury School, Ashchurch Road, Tewkesbury GL20 8DF.
When: Sunday, August 18
The Rotary Club of Tewkesbury stage their ever-popular Classic Vehicle Festival at Tewkesbury School Playing Fields on Sunday, August 18.
The event will feature a spectacular display of over 1,000 classic vehicles, from the dawn of the motoring era, to pre-war, post-war, American classics, custom cars, hot rods, supercars, motorbikes, those of historic and engineering significance to mass produced retro run-abouts.
Now in its 9th year Tewkesbury Classic Vehicle Festival is the Rotary Club's biggest charity annual fundraiser which actively raises thousands of pounds for both national and regional charities. Over £125,000 has been donated since its inception.
Trade stands pitches are 3mx3m at only £30, available to book via the website.
General public admission tickets are now available priced £5 (on the gate price £7.50). Children under 12 years old go free. Visit http://tewkesburycvf.org
Gates are open at 9.30am for display vehicles and 11am for general admission.
Please note: Dogs are not permitted on site.
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