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Waterstones Author's Evening - Adrian Tchaikovsky
2026-03-30 | Waterstones Book Shop, 22 Sidney Street, Cambridge, CB2 3HG
Award-winning master of sci-fi Adrian Tchaikovsky will be at Waterstones Cambridge on Monday, 30 March from 6pm to discuss his highly anticipated fourth book in The Children of Time Universe: Children of Strife.
In Children of Strife, readers visit a far-future after earth fell, where ark ships had hunted for a new home. They sought lost worlds terraformed in earth’s forgotten past. Adrian Tchaikovsky was born in Lincolnshire and studied zoology and psychology at Reading, before practising law in Leeds. He is a keen live role-player and occasional amateur actor and is trained in stage-fighting. His literary influences include Gene Wolfe, Mervyn Peake, China Miéville, Mary Gently, Steven Erikson, Naomi Novak, Scott Lynch and Alan Campbell.
He will be in conversation with author Claire North.
Tickets are £8 for General Admission, £5 for Waterstones Loyalty Cardholders, and book and ticket options are available.
For info go to https://www.waterstones.com/events/an-evening-with-adrian-tchaikovsky/cambridge

Events at David Parr House
2026-04-04 - 2026-04-14 | David Parr House, 184 Gwydir Street, Cambridge, CB1 2LW
The David Parr House is a preserved terraced house in Cambridge, with interior decoration in the Arts and Crafts style, executed by its owner, David Parr, between 1886 and 1926. The house is open to the public for guided tours in small groups.[2]
Many events are being put on at the David Parr House. Here are some recommended ones.
An Evening with Laetitzia Campbell – Wed 15 April 2026, 6.15pm–8.30pm
£10 per person (£12 with donation)
David Parr’s Walk Home: Cambridge Arts and Crafts Tour (Morning) – Sat 4 April 2026, 11.00am
£25 per person
David Parr’s Walk Home: Cambridge Arts and Crafts Tour (Afternoon) – Sat 4 April 2026, 2.00pm
£25 per person
For info go to https://davidparrhouse.org/whats-on

Tom Gates Epic Show
2026-04-07 | Cambridge Corn Exchange, 2 Wheeler Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3QB, United Kingdom
Based on the bestselling books by Liz Pichon, and brand new for 2026, Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show comes to the Corn Exchange, bringing alive the illustrations and music that makes Tom Gates hugely popular around the world! With catchy tunes and hilarious performances, this fantastic new stage show brings the best of the Brilliant World of Tom Gates into one live show!
Time – 14:00
Cost – £20.50 (Including booking fee)
For info go to https://www.cornex.co.uk/events/tom-gates-epic-show

Spitfire Girls
2026-04-07 - 2026-04-10 | Cambridge Arts Theatre, 6 St Edward's Passage, Cambridge , Cambridgeshire, CB2 3PJ, United Kingdom
New Year’s Eve, 1959. Decades after answering the call, two women separated by the war meet again as the rain hammers down on the windows of The Spitfire pub.
As we hear their story, we’re transported back to a time when female pioneers defied expectations and soared through the skies.
Spitfire Girls is inspired by the extraordinary true stories of the women who dared to fly during WWII and the incredible bond that tied them together. Funny and heart-warming, this is an untold story of strength, courage and loss. But above all else, hope.
Tickets – From £22.50
Age Guidance – 10+
For info go to https://www.artstheatre.co.uk/whats-on/spitfire-girls/

Cambridge Piano Festival
2026-04-07 - 2026-04-10 | Various, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
The third Piano Festival in Cambridge, which will take place from 7 to 11 April 2026. To celebrate their third anniversary, they will welcome renowned international artists who will perform evening concerts alongside the international competition on the 8th and 9th.
The venues for the concerts are Pembroke College Auditorium and Trinity College Chapel. Our festival director, pianist MinJung Baek, will open the festival on the evening of the 7th at Pembroke College Auditorium.
For tickets and info go to www.cambridgepianofestival.com

Crafty Thursday at Stapleford Granary
2026-04-09 | Stapleford Granary, Bury Road, Stapleford, CB22 5BP
Spring is here, and this Easter holiday there will be a jam packed Crafty Thursday! You’ll be making bunny ear headbands, baby chicks and Easter egg decorations. Come along for a day full of fun!
Each session lasts 60 minutes
£4 per child (includes all materials) – suitable for age 3+. Parents / carers are free, but must book a space for themselves along with the child ticket.
There is a booking system to avoid over-crowding. Due to space restrictions, please limit bookings to one adult per child. Thank you.
For info go to https://www.staplefordgranary.org.uk/whats-on/events/crafty-thursday-easter

Hayden's The Creation
2026-04-11 | West Road Concert Hall, 11 West Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 9DP, United Kingdom
Performed by Collegium Laureatum
Collegium Laureatum (Society of Graduates) was founded in 1974 by Don Neville as an informal madrigal group of graduate students, fellows and friends of Corpus Christi College. Despite the fact that the choir has largely become town rather than gown, this distinctive name has been retained.
Performers – Ian Cobb – conductor/ Natalka Pasicznyk – soprano/ Hugo Brady – tenor/ Alexander Semple – bass
Tickets £20 (£10 Under 26)
For info go to https://www.westroad.org/whats-on/haydns-creation

Woodland and Craft Weekend at Wandlebury Country Park
2026-04-11 | Wandlebury Country Park, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB22 3AE, United Kingdom
10.30am – 4pm
A celebration of traditional crafts.
Cambridge Bodgers and friends will be demonstrating in the Stable Rooms and making items using some of the wood that is a by-product from our Woodland Restoration Project.
Guided Woodland walks. The location will be signposted from the car park.
Free, donations welcome. No need to book.
Please pay for your car parking on arrival.
For info go to https://cambridgeppf.org/etn/woodland-and-craft-weekend/

Live Country Music Show
2026-04-11 | Manor Community Farm, 70 High Street, Eye, PE6 7UY
Live Country Music Show in Eye at the Manor Farm Community Centre, 70 High Street, Eye, PE6 7UY.
It is on Saturday 11th April, commencing 7.45 pm and featuring Jack Marshall and the Rock n Roll Hillbillies, with guests Jon Sutton and Buck and Rachel.
Tickets are £12 each and available in advance from 07956067872 or at the door on the night.

Sawston Joint Conference
2026-04-11 | Sawston Catholic Church, 135 High Street, Sawston
The joint conference of the Cambridgeshire Association for Local History and the Sawston Village History Society on April 11th 2026 in the Church Hall of Sawston’s Catholic Church from 10.00 to 4.00 will include talks by well-known historians on the history of the village, its archaeology and development, church and chapel, and its transport system through the ages, set within the wider context of South Cambridgeshire and social, cultural and economic changes.
The Conference also marks the celebration of the hundredth anniversary of the birth of Mary Challis one of the village’s benefactors who bequeathed her house and garden to the A M Challis Trust for the benefit of the inhabitants of Sawston. A member of the Trust will talk about her life and work.
Challis House is on Sawston High Street, and the garden behind house is a haven of peace in the middle of a busy village.
To book a place either send a cheque to the CALH Treasurer, Miss K. Coles, 15 Orchard Way, Oakington, Cambridgeshire, CB24 3BQ or pay by bank transfer to National Westminster Bank Cambridge Branch, Sort Code 60-04-23 Account Number 22918914. If making a direct payment please could you notify the Treasurer at 4keac15ow@gmail.com or pm 01223-233191
The day will end with tea and cakes. Coffee and tea will be available during the day and a map of places for lunch will be available.

The Glenn Miller Orchestra
2026-04-12
Take a step back into the 1930s and 40s with the official UK Glenn Miller Orchestra tour, for the definitive musical celebration of legendary big band leader, Glenn Miller.
The concert features all Miller’s most iconic hits: from Moonlight Serenade, and American Patrol – through to Tuxedo Junction, Pennsylvania 6-5000, and In the Mood… and much more.
Directed by veteran band leader and conductor, Ray McVay, and with a mix of impeccable musicianship, infectious energy, and authentic vintage style, The Glenn Miller Orchestra remains the ultimate way to enjoy this timeless music.
Tickets – £33
For info go to artstheatre.co.uk/whats-on/the-glenn-miller-orchestra/

Waterstone's Author's Evening- Elle McNicoll
2026-04-15 | Waterstones Book Shop, 22 Sidney Street, Cambridge, CB2 3HG
On Wednesday, 15 April from 6pm Waterstones Cambridge will be hosting Elle McNicoll in celebration of Unapologetic Love Story – a smart, sassy and romantic novel with an important message at its heart.
This debut adult romcom from the author of A Kind of Spark and Role Model focuses on a London It Girl with a hit podcast highlighting autistic women and the journalist determined to uncover her secret.
Elle McNicoll is a bestselling and award-winning novelist and screenwriter whose debut novel A Kind of Spark won the Blue Peter Book Award and the Overall Waterstones Children’s Book Prize, as well as Blackwell’s Book of 2020.
The event will take place at Waterstones Cambridge, 22 Sidney Street, Cambridge, CB2 3HG. Tickets are £8 for General Admission, £5 for Waterstones Loyalty Cardholders, and book and ticket options are available.
For info go to https://www.waterstones.com/events/an-evening-with-elle-mcnicoll/cambridge-157750

Hackney Colliery Band
2026-04-16 | Cambridge Junction (J2), Clifton Way, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 7GX, United Kingdom
Since 2009, East London musical pioneers Hackney Colliery Band have pushed the boundaries of brass band conventions, building a steadfast fan-base with their joyous live shows and slew of heralded releases.
As anyone who has attempted any degree of social organisation will attest, it is no mean feat to gather nine people in one place, at the same time, on a semi-regular basis, never mind taking this group of people all over the world to play instrumental music.
Venue – J2 (Standing)
Price – £24 adv | £26 doors.
Age – Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult
For info go to https://www.junction.co.uk/events/hackney-colliery-band/

Ivo Neame Jazz Quartet at Stapleford Granary
2026-04-18 | Stapleford Granary, Bury Road, Stapleford, CB22 5BP
Ivo Neame, piano | George Crowley, tenor sax | Tom Farmer, bass | James Maddren, drums
A welcome return to Stapleford Granary from the Ivo Neame Quartet, featuring some of the finest UK-based jazz instrumentalists. Formed in 2017, the band has delighted audiences throughout the UK, Germany and the Netherlands, with their energetic improvised music. All four musicians have strong individual voices and the sound of the band is built on dynamic group interplay of Ivo Neame’s original compositions.
Doors & bar 6:00pm | Concert 7:45pm, ends 9:00pm, no interval
Tickets £24 / £12 (under 25).
For info go to https://www.staplefordgranary.org.uk/whats-on/events/ivo-neame-quartet-2

The Sampson Orchestra - Fantasy and Idyll
2026-04-18 | West Road Concert Hall, 11 West Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 9DP, United Kingdom
The Sampson Orchestra of Cambridge, conducted by Darrell Davison, performs wonderful works by four famous composers of the 20th-century English symphonic tradition. Bax’s “Tintagel” (1919) and Delius’s “Daybreak” (1887) are followed by Vaughan Williams’s renowned “The Lark Ascending” (1914), featuring young rising star solo violinist Mikhail Andreev. The second half of the concert comprises Elgar’s grand Symphony No.1 (1908). The local charity which will benefit from this concert is the Karen Morris Memorial Trust.
The Cambridge Orchestra was founded in 1987 by the late Charles Sampson in response to requests for a new symphony orchestra which could harness the very talented players and music teachers within the Eastern Counties to perform large-scale classical repertoire to the highest standards.
Performers – Darrell Davison – conductor/ Mikhail Andreev – violin
www.adcticketing.com ADC 01223 300085 – £20 | concessions: £16 | students: £10 | under-16s: £5
For info go to https://www.westroad.org/whats-on/fantasy-and-idyll

Harry Enfield and No Chums
2026-04-21 | Cambridge Corn Exchange, 2 Wheeler Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3QB, United Kingdom
A rare and entertaining evening with legendary satirical comedian and self-styled “stupid idiot”, Harry Enfield.
From the meteoric rise of Loadsamoney, a Thatcherite Visionary, to the fury of Kevin the Teenager, Harry will reflect on 40 years of arsing about in comedy and bring some of his favourite characters vividly back to life on stage.
Then it’s over to your questions: your chance to ask how it all works for him, what he’s most proud of, and what he says to the many who ask, “You wouldn’t be allowed to do your stuff today, would you?”
Don’t miss an unforgettable evening with a brilliantly silly and strikingly insightful comedian.c
Almost full
19:30
Cost – £33.00 – £53.00 (Including booking fee)
For info go to https://www.cornex.co.uk/events/harry-enfield-and-no-chums-2

Midsomer Murders - The Killing at Badger's Drift
2026-04-21 - 2026-04-24 | Cambridge Arts Theatre, 6 St Edward's Passage, Cambridge , Cambridgeshire, CB2 3PJ, United Kingdom
Murder comes to the countryside in the world premiere production of Midsomer Murders.
When spinster Emily Simpson is found dead in the picturesque village of Badger’s Drift, her friend Lucy refuses to accept it was an accident. DCI Tom Barnaby and Sergeant Gavin Troy are called in to investigate, uncovering hidden passions, long-buried secrets and deadly rivalries.
With eccentric villagers and shocking twists, Midsomer Murders brings to life the wit, charm and chilling suspense of the beloved TV series, in a gripping new show set to delight audiences.
Starring Daniel Casey as Inspector Tom Barnaby, who created the original television role of Sergeant Troy.
Tickets – From £23.50
For info go to artstheatre.co.uk/whats-on/midsomer-murders-the-killings-at-badgers-drift/

Next to Normal
2026-04-21 - 2026-04-24 | ADC Theatre, Park Street, Cambridge, CB5 8AS
Next to Normal is an electrifying Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical that boldly explores themes of love, grief, mental illness and what it means to be ‘normal’. At its heart is Diana Goodman, a suburban wife and mother living with bipolar disorder and haunted by her past. As her symptoms worsen and successful treatment remains elusive, Diana struggles to connect with her ambitious, anxious teenage daughter and her devoted husband.
With an unforgettable score by Tom Kitt and poignant book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey, Next to Normal is an unflinching look at a suburban family struggling with the impact of mental illness.
This production is suitable for ages 12 and over.
Nightly performances at 7.45 pm with a matinee at 2.30 0n Saturday.
Tickets – £15.00 to £21.50
For info go to https://www.adctheatre.com/whats-on/musical/next-to-normal/

Cambridge Spring Literary Festival
2026-04-22 - 2026-04-25 | Various, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
A huge number of authors will be speaking at this Spring Literary Festival, including Mary Berry (My Gardening Life), Martin Bond (A Cambridge Diary), Margaret Drabble (The Books That Made Me), Nick Butterworth (Percy The Park Keeper, Stories from the Park) and many many more.
For full details go to https://www.cambridgeliteraryfestival.com/whats-on/spring-festival-2026/

Cambridge Band Competition Final
2026-04-24 | J1 at Cambridge Junction, Clifton Way, Cambridge, CB1 7GX
Cambridge Band Competition is back for 2026, and on the hunt for the next wave of local talent ready to make some serious noise.
Winners will take home incredible prizes (to be announced soon!) — plus the glory, exposure, and connections that come with being named the best band in Cambridge.
First launched in 1985 at Cambridge’s Guildhall, the competition picked up immediate national attention thanks to Trevor Dann and The Old Grey Whistle Test. In the last 30 years the Cambridge Band Competition has produced some great winners, and stars who have gone on to do bigger things!
Ezio were named as Tony Blair’s favourite band and has established an international following, Ben Miller of Armstrong & Miller came third in 1990 with a trio called The Dear Johns, and one of the most memorable winners – thanks to pure energy and great music – were Tom Dalpra and Nutmeg.
Venue – J1 (Standing)
Price – £14 adv | £16 doors
Age – Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult
For info go to https://www.junction.co.uk/events/the-cambridge-band-competition-final/

Eddington Arts Day
2026-04-25 | Storeys Field Centre, Eddington Avenue, Cambridge, CB3 1AA
From 10.30 am to 4.30 pm at Storeys Field Centre. A vibrant event bringing together local artists. Browse handmade artwork including jewellery, metal work, ceramics, prints & woodwork.
This promises to be a fun and vibrant day, featuring 25 local artists and designers. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet the makers and purchase work directly from them.
The event will showcase a diverse array of art forms, including jewellery, ceramics, painting, cards, metalwork, glassware, textiles and woodwork. You’ll be warmly welcomed and can enjoy refreshments and live music, whilst browsing the wonderful creativity on show.
If you’d like to try your hand at botanical drawing, you can sign up for the artist-led workshops. 90 mins free parking at Sainsbury’s
https://bio.site/EddingtonArts
click the above link for more info or to sign up for the workshop

ART4ARTHUR
2026-04-25 | Cambridge Art Space, 5 Green's Road, Cambridge, CB4 3EF
ART4ARTHUR is an exhibition and sale of artworks donated by local artists in support of Arthur Rank Hospice. It is being held on Saturday 26 & Sunday 27 April at Cambridge Artspace at 5 Green’s Road, Cambridge CB4 3EF. Your chance to buy an original piece of art at an affordable price and support a much loved local charity.
An exciting exhibition and sale of original art works donated by Cambridge artists and others with all proceeds going to the Arthur Rank Hospice Charity. Exhibition at:
Dates – Between 11am to 5pm on Saturday 25 April & Sunday 26 April
Admission to the exhibition is free. Parking is restricted in Green’s Road so access by public transport/cycling/walking is recommended.

The Ferryman
2026-04-28 - 2026-05-01 | ADC Theatre, Park Street, Cambridge, CB5 8AS
The Carneys have farmed their land in County Armagh, Northern Ireland, for generations. In August 1981, Quinn Carney brings in the harvest and everyone looks forward to the traditional feast. But Quinn is a man with a past. Ten years previously, his younger brother Seamus “disappeared” from the family home, leaving behind a wife and young son. Several sightings have been reported, but he has never been found. Now he has. A dead body in a bog just across the Irish border.
The consequences re-open many wounds which have never healed.
And then the IRA come to call…
This production is suitable for ages 16 and over
Nightly performances at 7.45 pm with a matinee on Saturday at 2.30 pm
Tickets – £13.50 to £19.50
For info go to https://www.adctheatre.com/whats-on/play/the-ferryman/

Wildflowers at Wandlebury Country Park
2026-04-28 | Wandlebury Country Park, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB22 3AE, United Kingdom
Guided walk from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm) to learn about spring wildflowers at Wandlebury Country Park. Led by a knowledgeable guide, who will help you to identify wildflowers using features such as colour, form and habitat.
Please wear footwear and clothing for being outdoors. Meet at the large noticeboard near the car park.
Free event, donations welcome.
Please pay for your car parking on arrival.
For info go to cambridgeppf.org

The Banff Mountain Film Festival
2026-04-28 | West Road Concert Hall, 11 West Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 9DP, United Kingdom
Thrilling adventure – on the big screen! The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour is bringing a night of action-packed adventure films to West Road Concert Hall, Cambridge, on 28-29 April.
With cutting-edge expeditions and extraordinary tales of human resilience, the 2026 Banff Mountain Film Festival stars the world’s top athletes and explorers as they test their limits in remote corners of the globe. Witness nail-biting climbing, mountain biking, skiing and more, from the comfort of a cinema seat.
To watch the trailer, see https://vimeo.com/1145051122
Visit www.banff-uk.com for more information.

Author's Evening at Waterstones- The Story of Pompeii
2026-04-29 | Waterstones Book Shop, 22 Sidney Street, Cambridge, CB2 3HG
We all know the story of Pompeii. Or do we? Join Waterstones Cambridge on Wednesday 29 April from 6pm for an immersive and ground-breaking exploration of the final day in the fated city of Pompeii through the lives of seven citizens from the most exciting new name in ancient history, Dr Jess Venner.
Dr Jess Venner is an award-winning ancient historian and archaeologist, recipient of the prestigious Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship (University of Oxford) and the Rome Award (BSR), and an Associate Fellow of the Royal Historical Society, amongst other academic posts.
The event will take place at Waterstones Cambridge, 22 Sidney Street, Cambridge, CB2 3HG. Tickets are £8 for General Admission, £5 for Waterstones Loyalty Cardholders, and book and ticket options are available.
For info go to https://www.waterstones.com/events/an-evening-with-dr-jess-venner/cambridge

The Romano Viazzani Ensemble: London Tango
2026-05-02 | Little St. Mary’s Church, Trumpington Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 1QG, United Kingdom
Come and discover the passionate world of tango music…with a London twist.
The Romano Viazzani Ensemble brings together seven outstanding musicians from the worlds of classical, jazz
and Latin-American music to play and create tango and tango-inspired music.
Based on the line up of Astor Piazzolla’s famous quintet they recreate music that ranges from Piazzolla’s own
works to classic Argentine and European tango. They also arrange music in the style of tango and write their
own original tango-inspired music with a twist of swinging London.
For info and Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-romano-viazzani-ensemble-london-tango-tickets-1983649551206?aff=oddtdtcreator

Six Six Bar - All Day Fundraiser
2026-05-02 | The Six Six Bar, 170 East Road, Cambridge, CB1 1DB
The Six Six Bar and PUNKS DEAD Promotions have joined forces to bring you the Punks Dead all day fundraiser.
This will be an event to raise money for Grassroots Music in Cambridge. Over the past few years The Six Six has become more than just a bar. It’s been a home for bands, artists, late nights, loud music, and a community of people who believe in grassroots music.
Tickets are £10 entry for the entire day. That’s 11 amazing bands for just the price of a pint in London. There are also fundraiser ticket tiers. if you’re feeling generous then you can purchase a ticket at a higher price and donate back to the venue. If The Six Six has ever been your place for a gig, a drink, or a night you’ll never forget, this is a great way to support the venue while treating yourself to a killer show and an awesome day out. Saturday 2nd May 2026 Live Music: 2pm – 11pm DJ Sets: 11pm – 2am
Line up includes: The Daffodildos, The Winonas, Lara Price, Mutiny, Interesting Times Gang, Why Us, Punching Swans, Exit, The Jess Davey Band, The Disagreement, Bin Weasel
For info go to https://www.thesixsixbars.com

English Touring Opera - The Gondoliers
2026-05-07 - 2026-05-08 | Cambridge Arts Theatre, 6 St Edward's Passage, Cambridge , Cambridgeshire, CB2 3PJ, United Kingdom
Two handsome and charming gondoliers discover that one is the long-lost heir to the throne of Barataria – but which one?
In the pursuit of the truth, a bewildering series of events threaten both their marriages and their claims to the throne.
The Gondoliers, Gilbert and Sullivan’s last great success, is a fizzing comedy of mistaken identity that marries joy and chaos with a sharp satire of monarchy and class. This new production is helmed by Liam Steel, who directed ETO’s Olivier Award-winning production of Paul Bunyan.
Sung in English with English surtitles.
Tickets – From £27.50
For info go to https://www.artstheatre.co.uk/whats-on/english-touring-opera-the-gondoliers/

Discos for Grown Ups at Cambridge Junction
2026-05-08 | J1 at Cambridge Junction, Clifton Way, Cambridge, CB1 7GX
After three sold out discos, the legendary Discos for Grown ups disco party returns to the Junction Cambridge Friday 8th May for another unforgettable night dancing to 70s disco, 80s pop and 90s dance classics!
Get glittered up for a fun, fab and feel good night of dancing with people your own age to the best ever 70s, 80s and 90s classics to boogie to. Dance the night away to all your favourite 70s disco, 80s pop and 90s dance floor classics you love from Donna Summer, Earth Wind and Fire, Chic, Sister Sledge, Odyssey, Chaka Khan, Abba, Madonna, Robin S, Erasure, Bee Gees, Candi Staton, Faithless and many more!
Expect confetti showers, lights, lasers, mirror balls and amazing dancers!
Doors open 6.45pm for VIPS/ Doors open 7pm for all other ticket holders/ Dancing from 7.30pm to 11pm
Venue – J1 (a Club Night)
Price – £ 23.00
Age – Strictly 18+
For info go to https://www.junction.co.uk/events/discos-for-grown-ups/
