Making strides
Centrepiece of the fourth annual Calderdale Walking Festival is more than 60 walks led by experienced local guides, ranging from easy strolls to strenuous hikes. Sept 23-Oct 8. Festival programme: Tourist Information Centre, 1 Bridge Gate, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire (01422 843831).
Let the cat out
After a disastrous maiden voyage last March, Team Philips, the world's largest catamaran, will be re-launched today. Heralded by a number of bands, she will be tested down the 12-mile stretch of the River Dart. Around noon. Baltic Wharf, Totnes.
Under wraps
An insight into the art of quiltmaking over the past 250 years is revealed in North Country Quilts: Legend and Living Tradition. Open daily until Jan 7, 11am-5pm. £3.90/£2.90. The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle, Co Durham (01833 690606).
Art of Norfolk
Jazz musician John Surman performs in Norwich Cathedral with London Brass as part of the 2000 Norfolk and Norwich Festival. Also theatre, classical music, walks, children's events, poetry and readings. Sept 29-Oct 15. Various venues. Tickets: 01603 766400.
Harvest festival
Cookery demos in Winchester's Guildhall and Cathedral Close this weekend are part of Food Harvest, which also involves farm visits, food trails, pick-your-own raspberries in various venues around Hampshire. Sat/Sun. Details: 01962 845999.
We are amused
For the first time, visitors can enter the servants' quarters and walled fruit and flower garden of Osborne House, Queen Victoria's Isle of Wight holiday home. Open daily 10am-5pm until Oct 31 (more restricted). £6.90/£3.50/family £17.30. York Avenue, East Cowes, Isle of Wight (01983 200022).
Life is sweet
Chocolate museum Cadbury World has opened Cadbury Land, one of the largest interactive family shows in Britain. Open daily until Nov 5 (then call for details). £8/£6/family £24. Linden Road, Bournville, Birmingham (0121-451 4159).
Out of the Blue
Try to guess what a pile of old bottles, cartons and socks will become in Here's One I Made Earlier, part of Hello There! The Blue Peter Experience. A visit behind the scenes of the BBC Experience tells you everything you wanted to know about the famous pets and presenters. Open daily 10am-6pm, Mon 11am. £7.50/£4.95/family £19.95. Tours 1-2 hours. Book in advance if poss. Broadcasting House, Portland Place, London W1 (0870 6030304).
