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Manchester Caribbean Carnival runs on August 9 and 10, from 12-8 p.m. daily. The two-day free, family event celebrates community, heritage and music, taking place in the heart of the city at Alexandra

BBC Four’s “Gardeners’ Summer Party” will be hosted at RHS Garden Hyde Hall in Essex on August 2, with live episodes being recorded. Join an expert panel to discuss hot gardening topics, plus enjoy sp

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Guide to THE BEST events in August

PODS OF ORCAS ARE DRAWN TO the coasts of northernmost Scotland in the summer months, lured by plentiful prey – especially seal pups. When on the hunt, they can come thrillingly close to rocky headland

2 AUGUST SATURDAY