The What, Where, When: 31 May

What: Mayfair Park & Tower Race A 5km run, going around the Serpentine River in Hyde Park and finishing at the top of the stairs at the 28th floor restaurant of the London Hilton Hotel. The run is in aid of Galvin's Chance, a charity inspiring young Londoners to work.
Where: London Hilton, 22 Park Lane, London, W1K 1BE
When: 31 May www.mayfairparkandtowerrace.com/index.html


What: Gardening Scotland Scotland's largest gardening show, displaying the current trends for gardens and an opportunity to talk to the experts.
Where: Royal Highland Centre, Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, Edinburgh, EH28 8NB, United Kingdom
When: 31 May – 1 June www.gardeningscotland.com


What: Southport Food & Drink Festival Featuring a variety of food and drink displays, with food courts, chef demonstrations, master-classes and product sampling.
Where: Victoria Park, Southport, PR8 2BZ, Merseyside, United Kingdom
When: 31 May - 2 June www.visitsouthport.com/whats-on/southport-food-and-drink-festival-p150071

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What: Soho Flea Market An artisan and designer crafts event which showcases upcoming creative talent. The street will be filled with fashion and jewellery designers, as well as glassblowers, furniture makers and ceramists.
Where: Dean Street, Soho, London
When: 2 June www.cityshowcasemarkets.com/soho-flea-market


What: Sir Cliff Richard MidSummer Nights Tour Sir Cliff Richard is supported by the Military Wives Choir, as he performs at seven different open-air locations.
Where: Various Venues, UK
When: 1 - 16 June  www.cliffrichard.org


What: GB Row Six rowing crews race the 2010 miles around the British Aisles.
Where: Tower Bridge, London, SE1, Greater London, United Kingdom
When: 1 June www.gbrowchallenge.com

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What: Spring Food and Drink Festival Taking place at the heart of York City Centre, a range of local produce is showcased. The event includes a market, demonstrations and tasting.
Where: Parliament Street, York, YO1 8SG
When: 1-2 June www.yorkfoodfestival.com


What: Strawberry Tea The public are encouraged to hold fundraising teas throughout the summer to raise awareness for Breast Cancer Care
Where: Nationwide
When: 1 June - 31 August www.breastcancercare.org.uk/fundraising-events/events/strawberry-tea


What: London Free Festival A three tiered event, which features an in-residence programme in June, including events such as comedy, fitness and art. In July and August the festival offers free music and theatre, whilst in September and October, the public are welcomed to watch free films.
Where: The Scoop, The Queen's Walk, London, SE1 2AA, Greater London, United Kingdom
When: 1 June - 30 September www.morelondon.com/thescoop

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What: Cambridgeshire County Show
A traditional agricultural show, which is perfect for rural and country enthusiasts, as well as a family day out.
Where: Wimpole Home Farm, Royston, SG8 0BW, United Kingdom
When: 2 June www.cambscountyshow.co.uk


What: Manchester Day ParadeA celebration of Manchester's creativity and diversity. The city will host hundreds of individuals who put on performances and music events, whilst floats and costumes will be paraded through the city.
Where: Manchester City Centre, Manchester
When: 2 June www.themanchesterdayparade.co.uk


What: Servants & Bedfellows, with Lucy Lethbridge, Anna Whitelock & Kate Worsley Lucy Lethbridge, Anna Whitelock and Kate Worsley investigate the roles of women from the serving classes from the nineteenth to twentieth centuries, and delve into the facts that contributed to their books.
Where: Bloomsbury Publishing, 50 Bedford Square, London WC1B 3DP
When: 4 June www.bloomsburyinstitute.com