News and events to put in your diary
On exhibition!
Outi Pieski at Tate St Ives
10 February to 6 May 2024
Discover the work of visual artist Outi Pieski in this exploration of the identity, culture and environment of the Sámi people, who live in the region of Sápmi, which includes the northern part of Scandinavia and the Kola peninsula in Russia. Gallery entry is £10.50.
tate.org.uk Stay at… Ayr Holiday Park ayrholidaypark.co.uk
Spectra Festival of Light, Aberdeen, Scotland
8-11 February 2024
Spectra, the magical Festival of Light, returns to Aberdeen for its 10th year. Annually, it produces a spectacular programme of works by some of the world’s leading visual artists, studios and companies, to transform the mighty Granite City with light, sound and art. Entry to the event is free.
spectrafestival.com Stay at… Deeside Holiday Park woodleisure.co.uk/our-parks/deeside
Doctor Who Iconic Vehicles, Beaulieu, Hampshire
Until the end of February 2024
Devised to coincide with the 60th anniversary of Doctor Who, this exhibition at the National Motor Museum celebrates some of the many wonderful vehicles featured in the show over the years (1).
These include Bessie, the third doctor’s (played by Jon Pertwee) yellow roadster, and the winged Whomobile, seen flying in the ‘Planet of the Spiders’ episode.
There’s also an appearance by everyone’s favourite baddies, the Daleks. The exhibition is free with general museum entry, which costs £24.50 booked in advance.
beaulieu.co.uk Stay at… Black Knowl CAMC Site caravanclub.co.uk
The Great Welsh Road Trip, Swansea, South Wales
Until May 2024
This intriguing installation at the National Waterfront Museum tells the story of how road travel has evolved, and its impact on both communities and landscapes.
It also looks at how Wales is now developing cleaner, greener travel to help reduce the effects of climate change. Entry to the show is free.
museum.wales/swansea Stay at… Gowerton Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite caravanclub.co.uk
Transitions: The Impact of Innovation, British Motor Museum, Warwickshire
From 15 July 2024
Exploring the technologies that are taking cars into the future, and speculating on what their endpoint is likely to be, this timely exhibition delves into the practical thinking and innovative ideas now being developed in new automotive technologies. Fascinating displays include the hydrogen-powered Riversimple Rasa and the new all-el
