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7 Amazing Free Things To Do This Summer

7 Amazing Free Things To Do This Summer
Harriet Pavey
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Wondering how you’re going to while away the hours of the coming three months without excessive binge drinking, eating, and TV watching? Look no further than our handy guide to the best and most interesting things to do this summer, with something to suit everyone.

7 Amazing Free Things to do in the UK this Summer
Annoy Cyclists at the Tour de France Grand Depart(01 of07)
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Cheer on (and stand in the way of) Chris Froome and his pals at Stage 1 and 2 of the Tour from 5 July. Beginning in Leeds, the route sprawls across Yorkshire, going on to cover the Dales, Harrogate, York, and Sheffield. Take in the beautiful green pastures and rolling hills (and pray it doesn’t rain) whilst the cyclists whizz past. (credit:ASSOCIATED PRESS)
Visit the More London Free Festival(02 of07)
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A series of events held throughout June on the iconic Southbank, with free fringe, music, theatre and film. Watch Wimbledon on the big screen or enjoy London’s only free open air theatre. No need to book. (credit:John Harper via Getty Images)
Soak up the Atmosphere at the Commonwealth Games(03 of07)
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Glasgow is stealing the spotlight from Edinburgh Festival this year by hosting the Commonwealth Games. With 17 sports to choose from, you can immerse yourself in the sporting world. Tickets aren’t free (they start from £15), but visiting the city-turned-sports-hub is. And you can watch the Red Road Flats be blown up in the opening ceremony. Pretty cool. 23 July-3 August. (credit:Jeff J Mitchell via Getty Images)
Visit National Trust Sites for free (with membership)(04 of07)
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It’s not strictly free we admit, but an annual student membership to the National Trust is just £27, nearly half the price of a normal membership. This gives you unlimited, free access to beautiful National Trust sites all across the UK. Whether it’s a stately home, a historic garden or the wild coast you fancy visiting, there is free entry everywhere. (credit:Matt Cardy via Getty Images)
Compete in the Victorian Olympics(05 of07)
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Visit Ilfracombe, North Devon, for a celebration of all things Victorian. Admire the beautiful scenery whilst taking part in the fun and games. A quirky, unique, and timeless event. Ends 15 June. (credit:Jeremy Lightfoot via Getty Images)
Party Like it's 2004 at Blackpool Illuminations Switch-On Festival Weekend(06 of07)
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Visit Blackpool are giving away 6000 free tickets to the Switch-On Concert - the “event of the year”. With performances from Atomic Kitten, Liberty X and more over the weekend, it’s an unmissable event for any nineties-kid. (credit:Ian Moran via Getty Images)
Release Your Inner Diva at Brighton Pride(07 of07)
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Arguably the most fabulous event of the summer, Brighton Pride is a riotous day out that celebrates everything LGBTQ and more. Watch the parade for free and visit Preston park where the main events are held. Don’t miss a performance by last year’s X Factor winner Sam Bailey. Takes place on Saturday, August 2.

More information:

Tour de France Grand Depart

The More London Free Festival

The Glasgow Commonwealth Games

National Trust membership

Ilfracombe Victorian Celebration

Blackpool Illuminations Switch-On Festival Weekend

Brighton Pride

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