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History comes to life at the National Waterways Museum, Ellesmere Port on 6th August. Visit the Cheshire Pals at Porters Row as they prepare ‘Comforts for Troops’, inspect a WW1 trench, and have a chat with ‘Tommy’ on patrol. Plus there’s live music from singer Lily Moore. Open 10am-4pm, tickets £11.75 (child £8.50, under-6s free). See www.canalrivertrust.org.uk

It’s Family Day at Chester Races on 6th August, promising non-stop fun and entertainment for all ages, all day long!

Once a year, the Open Course at Chester is transformed into a wonderland. In the past they’ve had huge in atable castles and slides, ginormous sandpits and even a retro roller rink – what will it be this year?

Activities are free with your ticket.

Entry from £15 (under-17s free), book ahead! www. chester-races.com books to help you live more sustainably’.

When it comes to festival g’astronomy, it’s no ordinary street food offering. Prepare for a taste sensation of carefully curated cuisine, with top quality, cosmos-inspired food and drink including a bounty of meat-free and dairy-free choices.

Weekend tickets are £219 (ages 11-15 £95, ages 4-10 £35, under-4s free) with VIP options available. www.discoverthebluedot.com

BANG! WOOOSH!

Love reworks? Head to Arley Hall on 12th August to be dazzled by not one but four fabulous displays, all set to music. ree teams compete for your vote, and the winners are unveiled after a nal pyrotechnic extravaganza. Arrive from 4pm and soak up the atmostphere – you can bring your own picnic or buy food and drink at the event. Enjoy music and live interviews, and if the weather’s kind you’ll also be treated to a spectacular drone light show. Tickets are £23 (ages 5-15 £13, under-5s free) from www. reworkchampions.co.uk

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DID YOU KNOW?

This year’s Chester Vase was won by Arrest, ridden by Frankie Dettori