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A 14-acre garden with fine trees, a large collection of shrubs and old fashioned roses, walled garden woodland garden, small arboretum and jane Austen connections. Goodnestone Park gardens Goodnestone, Canterbury tel: 01304 840107 www.goodnestoneparkgardens.co.uk

This bright and modern museum highlights the history of the Victorian seaside resort of Herne bay and its surrounding area. Herne Bay Museum and Gallery 12 William Street, Herne Bay Tel: 01227 367368 www.hernebay-museum.co.uk

"The beauty of Distance: Songs of Survival in a Precarious Age" is the show's title, almost a poetic manifesto, chosen by curator David Elliot. The central theme is connection - among places, cultures, languages and modes of expression that may appear far removed from each other, inter pares conversation among the art and artists of the world at large, as a key to understanding contemporary complexity. Venues for the biennial include Sydney's most conic locations (the Opera House, the Royal botanic gardens, Cockatoo Island, the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Artspace centre and the old wharf, Pier 2/3). Leading the 2010 edition are John Bock, Louise Bourgeois, Fiona Hall, Wang Qingsong, Paul McCarthy, Brett Graham and cai Guo-Qiang Date: 12th May to 1st August www.bos17.com

An event devoted entirely to outdoor physical activity and alternative travel, in contact with nature and as far removed as possible from the usual itineraries. The Travel and Outdoor Festival allows beginners and experts to prove their skill, from mountain climbing to diving, swimming, gliding, kayaking and canyoning. It's also a great opportunity to catch up on the latest sporting gear, trekking and camping equipment, and nature watching paraphernalia. The setting for the event is the large Jean- Drapeau urban park, which extends along the St. Lawrence River, past the islands of sainte-Helene and Notre-Dame. Each year, the park hosts Canada's Formula 1 Grand Prix, ideal for lovers of the great outdoors. Date: 14th to 16th May www.festivalpleinair.ca

This is one of the most eagerly cult events of spring in Madrid. Under the banner of "musical biodiversity", special attention is given to alternative sound and new urban cultures. The mission is to provide a sneak preview of the most interesting bits from the independent music scene, selecting thousands of proposals from all over the world. Since 1994, Festimad has explored the most diverse styles and genres (pop and rock, hip-hop, funky, soul, reggae, folk, fusion) offering emerging artists a major international showcase. Winners of the festival competition will perform at Madrid's hottest summer musical events, beginning with Benicassim (15-18 July with a line-up that includes Prodigy, Pil and Kasaban) Festimad will again offer a hundred concerts, as well as video exhibitiions, photography shows, meetings with artists, parties and happenings. venues are the CEV (Superior Technical School of Communication, Image and Sound, one of Europe's hottest forges ...

How nice to live in the country... our B&B invite you to discover the riches of our countryside in a package that combines relaxation and flavours. Your host will welcome you in the evening with a delicious meal, cooked with local produce by your hostess. After a good night's sleep in a quiet and comfortable bedroom, you will enjoy a copious breakfast including home-made produce and produce from local farms. The districts of wallonia are bursting with things to see and do, and your hosts will happily pass on tips for their favourites. to ensure your gastronomic pleasure continues after your visit, you will leave with a well-filled basket of local specialities. Accueil Champetre 1. B&B "Du livre a' l'ane" at Liban- Transinne Tel: +32(0)61/ 53 48 99 2. B&B "Le Clos Marie" at Ciney-Corbion Tel: +32(0)83/65 66 24 3. B&B "Le paysage poetique" at frasnes-lez-Anvaing-Arc Tel: +32(0)473 76 84 04 email: ...