The Eden Project has played host to lots of music acts over the years, from Goldfrapp to the Verve. But now, the lush green venue is to focus on comedy acts, starting with a gig from surreal musician and comedian Bill Bailey.
The Eden project has admitted that it coveted the Part Troll star for some time before he finally agreed to kick off their first comedy season: "We've been trying to get Bill Bailey to kick off our Comedy Sessions for the past five years. It's a dream come true and will be well worth the wait when this great, family-friendly show comes to Eden", said Head of Events Jane Montague.
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If you're looking to get your hands on some affordable fairtrade fashion from the biggest industry names, here's a big date for your diary.
Fashion Made Fair is holding its first big sale of the year at London's Truman Brewery, from 15th - 18th May. Featuring ethical, sustainable, fair trade and eco brands, you'll find some amazing bargains here with up to 80% off retail prices. The event is well timed for kitting out your summer wardrobe -- I spent most of last year's warmer months in my beloved People Tree shorts, which I'd picked up for a cool 20 quid at the last May sale!
As an incorrigible foodie, I'm hugely excited about the Real Food Festival at Earl's Court in London, where I'll be heading this weekend.
The event, which kicked off yesterday, is a great opportunity for people who care about where their food comes from to sample the best in simply made and exceptional quality food from not just Britain's, but the world's finest small and independent producers. 500 of them will be in attendance, so you can expect to see (and taste!) an awful lot of veg, posh tea, meat and fish and much more besides. As well as sampling the goods, you can take part in a timely debate: Is cheap food costing the earth?
Hi there, hippyshoppers! I hope you're all enjoying a relaxing day off with plenty of tasty treats. I'm certainly looking forward to tucking into this mountain of chocolate, courtesy of ethical superstore, who sent me this stash of Divine fairtrade easter eggs. It'll keep me going till lunchtime, at least...
Bit if you're still on the lookout for Easter goodies that are as natural and ecologically produced as they are tasty, then do take a look at our Good Egg Guide, with a clutch of organic and fairtrade eggs to keep kids and adults of all ages sated. Think you're going to get cabin fever? Follow the jump for some green things to do this long weekend.
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If you've ever wanted to get friendly with an alpaca, this could be your chance. Toft, makers of super soft, sustainable clothes and accessories from happy, hand-reared alpacas are running a series of 'alpaca fun days' this summer. From £10; details on the site.
It may seem a long way till June, but Toft want to keep groups small so book early to avoid disappointment! Activities will include farm walk and tour amongst the alpacas, herding and feeding, petting and handling, halter training and leading, fleece sorting and includes a picnic amongst the alpacas! Adults and children are both welcome, but must be booked seperately due to difference in price. Adults £30 and Childen £10. The days will run on Saturday 7th June and Saturday 16th August 2008 from 10am- 4pm
Related: Chocolate on an organic farm this easter | Alpaca baby hats from Entertaining Elephants | Men's and unisex alpaca accessories from Traidcraft
If you're planning on a rural adventure this Easter weekend, the Soil Association have teamed up with some of Britain's organic farms to run fun events that will give you an insight into where our food comes from as well as making for a great day out.
There'll be farm walks and tours, the promise of "ample opportunities to see gambolling lambs in the fields" - and even the chance to learn about lambing firsthand. If that all sounds a bit messy to you city types, fear not: Green and Blacks have also got involved, and are running Easter Egg hunts at several of the farms. Follow the jump for a list of participating farms, with activity details...
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Hot on the heels of their Green Christmas Fair in December, our mates over at GreenFinder are planning to hold a second green fair in Leamington Spa, to be held in April.
Along with tempting eco friendly, organic and fair trade stalls there'll be information points where you can seek advice about energy saving, recycling and reducing your carbon footprint. There will also be a mini farmers market within the fair and face painting and educational activities for children.
If you're not too far away, why not try and bike it to the fair? You'll be rewarded with a free "Dr Bike" service from Action 21's team of bike experts.
Greenfinder's Green Fair: Saturday 12th April at the Dale Street Methodist Church from 11-3
The Eden Project has played host to lots of music acts over the years, from Goldfrapp to the Verve. But now, the lush green venue is to focus on comedy acts, starting with a gig from surreal musician and comedian Bill Bailey.
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