UK’s hottest summer events on sale

Each summer, the UK is home to some of the hottest events such as The Edinburgh Tattoo and The RHS Chelsea Flower show. However, despite summer being many months away, tickets to these popular events sell out way in advance, so booking early is essential. Start planning now to avoid missing out.

Short break specialist Superbreak has this week put packages on sale to many key events combining tickets with overnight accommodation.

Packages available include:

RHS CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW - MAY
Every year, for five days during May, the grounds of the Royal Hospital in Chelsea are transformed into a plant paradise with thousands of glorious blooms, a selection of spectacular show gardens and the finest examples of horticultural excellence in the world at the Royal Horticultural Society’s Chelsea Flower Show (25 – 29 May 2010). Green fingered enthusiasts will be inspired by the show gardens, created by some of the world’s leading garden designers, while the smaller courtyard, chic and city gardens will provide ideas that can fit into any sized plot. One and two night packages are available during the event with prices starting from £133 per person including one night’s b/b at the four star Holiday Inn Kensington Forum and a full day ticket to the show. Based on two sharing.

WIMBLEDON TENNIS EXPERIENCE – 25 JUNE – 4 JULY
Experience the unique atmosphere of Wimbledon and watch and support some of the exciting tennis matches taking place this year. Games will of course depend on the day booked but packages include number one court during the final days of The Championships (matches will include the final rounds of the doubles competitions) and number two court during the first week of The Championships. Prices start from £135 per person on various dates during The Championships, one night’s at the three star Jurys Inn Heathrow hotel with continental breakfast and a ticket for either number 1 or number 2 court at Wimbledon on your day of check-out. Return coach transfers are also included between your hotel and Wimbledon. Based on two sharing.

BRITISH OPEN GOLF, ST ANDREWS – JULY
For many, the chance to enjoy the famous Open Golf Championships is the treat of a lifetime. For 2010, the 139th Open Championship moves to St Andrews in July 2010. This outstanding Links Course has hosted many exciting tournaments over the years. Prices start from £379 per person for a two-night package from 16 July staying at the three star Howard Park Kilmarnock with continental breakfast and two days entry to the Open. Coach transfers between the hotel and venue are included. Based on two sharing.

BUCKINGHAM PALACE PRIVATE TOURS – AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER
Enjoy an exclusive 'behind-the-ropes’ experience with an after-hours tour of Buckingham Palace and visit areas once the doors have closed to visitors for the day. Enjoy exclusive access in the hands of expert guides and learn a little more about the Royal Family and have the chance to enjoy the State Rooms once the doors have closed to visitors for the day. With their gilded ceilings and glittering chandeliers, these rooms are used by HM The Queen and members of the Royal Family to receive and entertain guests on state, ceremonial and official occasions. Packages on selected dates in August and September cost from £149 per person to include one night’s b/b accommodation at the four star Cavendish London hotel, the guided tour, an official Buckingham Palace guide book for each person in the group plus a glass of champagne at the end.

EDINBUGH FESTIVAL AND TATTOO – AUGUST
The Edinburgh Festival and Tattoo takes place this August against the stunning backdrop of Edinburgh Castle. Each year, thousands of people flock to Edinburgh to participate in the biggest arts festival in the world and enjoy the traditional pageantry as 600 musicians and horses take part in the Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Packages are available during weekends in August and start from £325pp for a three-night break arriving on a Friday and staying at the four star Holiday Inn Edinburgh on a b/b basis with evening tickets to the tattoo on the Saturday, entry to the Edinburgh Castle and tour vouchers for The Royal Yacht Britannia. Based on two sharing.

For more information or to book visit superbreak.com.