Lockdown is easing, temperatures are soaring and the nights are finally getting longer.
A spokesperson for the Met Office, said: ““Over the next three months, warm conditions are almost twice as likely as normal and there is a greater than normal chance of impacts from hot weather, most likely later in the period.
“However, cold spells are still possible, especially during April.”
But, as we head in to summer, what kind of things can we expect to do to make the most of the weather?
We take a look at some of the best events going ahead...
May
Brighton Festival
1-23 May
Brighton
A celebration of music, theatre, art, film, literature, debate and family events taking place across a variety of venues across Brighton and Hove.
More info: brightonfestival.org
Hay Festival
26 May – 6 June
Brecon Beacons
A festival of Literature and Arts, this annual festival is held in a tented village on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Past speakers have included literary greats such as Margaret Atwood, Ian McEwan and David Walliams.
More info: hayfestival.com
June
Trooping the Colour
12 June
London
Also known as the Queen’s Birthday Parade, this impressive display features a military parade as well as horses and musicians. The Queen always attends.
More info: royal.uk/trooping-colour
Royal Ascot
15- 19 June
Berkshire
The horse racing extravaganza will still be going ahead this year – albeit with a much smaller crowd of between 4000 and 10000 people each day.
More info: ascot.co.uk/
Summer Solstice at Stonehenge
21 June
Wiltshire
Watch the sun rise over the iconic monument to celebrate the summer time. It’s a magical time for neo-druids, tourists and families alike.
More info: efestivals.co.uk/festivals/stonehenge/2021
Wimbledon
28 June – 11 July
London
Although it’s unknown how many spectators will be able to watch their favourite tennis stars go for gold, the tennis championships will be going ahead as planned this year.
More info: wimbledon.com
July
Wales Airshow
3 – 4 July
Swansea
Wales’ biggest free event will be taking place at Swansea Bay, where visitors can delight in breathtaking air displays, military aircraft and vintage planes from the past.
More info: walesnationalairshow.com
RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival
5 – 11 July
Surrey
The world’s largest flower show is sure to fill visitors with inspiration for their summer gardens thanks to its fragrant floral displays.
More info: rhs.org.uk/shows-events
British Grand Prix
16 – 18 July
Silverstone
Racing fans are able to purchase tickets to watch the exhilarating circuit at Silverstone this July. It’s a weekend festival with food, world-class live music and activities for everyone.
More info: silverstone.co.uk
BBC Proms
30 July – 11 September
London
The eight week music extravaganza will be held predominantly at the Royal Albert Hall. More information is to be released in due course.
More info: bbc.co.uk/proms
August
Blenheim Palace Food Festival
20 – 22 August
Oxfordshire
Not only does this festival promise delicious culinary delights, but visitors can look forward to strolling jazz musicians and children’s storytellers – all within the beautiful palace grounds.
More info: fantasticfoodfestivals.co.uk
Edinburgh Fringe Festival
6 – 30 August
Edinburgh
While exact details for the festival haven’t yet been confirmed it’s hoped that visitors will be able to enjoy everything from comedy to opera.
More info: edfringe.com
Reading and Leeds Festival
27 – 29 August
Reading and Leeds
Stormzy, Queens of the Stone Age and Post Malone are all set to take to the stage for audiences at reading and leeds. Organiser, Melvin Benn, said: “The acts are desperate to play, the kids are desperate to come.”
More info: readingandleedsfestival.com
All Points East
27 - 30 August
Victoria Park, London
Running across the bank holiday weekend, All Points East festival will be hosting a number of huge British acts including London Grammar, Kano and Foals.
More info: allpointseastfestival.com
September
Blackpool Illuminations
3 September to 3 January 2022
Blackpool
Switch on night for the eye-popping illuminations happens this year in September. Visitors will be treated to a stunning display along the promenade. The show is to be extended by two months to provide an invaluable boost to the resort’s tourism season after COVID-19.
More info: visitblackpool.com
The Jane Austen Festival
10 – 19 September
Bath
Don your best Regency outfit and immerse yourself in themed walks, talks, cancers and balls at various venues around the city.
More info: janeaustenfestivalbath.co.uk
Great North Run
12 September
Newcastle
The Great North Run is the biggest half marathon in the UK, with a course length of 13.1 miles. While all runners are hoping the race will be able to go ahead, if it is cancelled then runners will be entitled to a refund.
More info: greatrun.org/events/great-north-run/
RHS Chelsea Flower show
21-26 September
London
Describing itself as the “greatest flower show on earth”, for the first time in 108 years, the Chelsea Flower Show will be held in autumn for flower fans to see the stunning horticultural displays.
More info: rhs.org.uk/shows-events
Birmingham Pride
25 – 26 September
Birmingham
The vibrant celebration of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender culture, in Birmingham returns for a weekend of dancing, cabaret and street parties.
More info: birminghampride.com
Isle of Wight Festival
16 – 19 September
Isle of Wight
Liam Gallagher, Snow Patrol, David Guetta and Duran Duran will be headlining the popular music festival when it returns this autumn.
More info: isleofwightfestival.com
