MAKE THE MOST OF THE MAY BANK HOLIDAYS

With not one but two Bank Holidays on the horizon this May, we’ve rounded up our top picks of things to do. Whether you’re looking to take a trip to London or stay closer home, May’s jam-packed of events to choose from whether you enjoy sports or a spot of culture. 

London

The ICC Cricket World Cup

Cricket fans will not want to miss the opportunity of seeing the game's biggest stars at the Cricket World Cup taking place at The Oval and Lords amongst other venues throughout May and June. Take the hassle out of travel with Hull Trains’ direct services to London, and you can be in the ground experiencing the excitement first hand. Don't forget the FA Cup Final will be held at Wembley on Saturday 18th May.

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Van Gogh and Britain at Tate Britain

This major exhibition runs until 11th August and brings together over 50 works by Vincent van Gogh and reveals how he was inspired by British culture. Some of his most famous works such as Shoes, and Starry Night on the Rhône, will be on display alongside other British artists such as Francis Bacon, who were inspired by Van Gogh. Not to be missed!

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Doncaster

Antique & Collector's Fair

Taking place on Bank Holiday Monday, May 27th Take a stroll around the fantastic exhibition hall at Doncaster racecourse on the Spring Bank Holiday, featuring up to 400 stalls from all over the country. You never know what you might find! There’s free car parking, and an onsite food court to refuel from bargain hunting. Admission costs £4 for adults, OAPs/children £3.50, U12s Free.

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Hull

The Deep

With 2 bank holidays and the school half-term holidays this May, it’s the perfect time to take a family-trip to The Deep, the world’s only submarium. Featuring over 3000 creatures from sharks and rays to penguins and jellyfish and frogs, The Deep is teeming with marine life. And best yet, tickets allow you repeated entry for a year, so you can go back as many times as you like! Make sure you stay to watch feeding time with the sharks. Looking for more ideas?

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