Activities and events in August

I always find myself really busy in August. Not only are there a lot of events going on. But there is also that feeling that autumn and winter are on the horizon. So I better get out and about while the weather is still (mostly) good.

In today's blog, we've brought together links to lots of different activities and events you can try out this August.

Stroke Association activities and events

We'll start off with activities and events targeted specifically at stroke survivors.

Get involved in your local support and stroke groups

Stroke groups are a great way to meet other stroke survivors. Many of these groups put on activities and events throughout the year. It's a great way to meet and support other people who know what you're going through.

You can find your local (or online) group by searching on this page.

Online stroke activities hub

Our online stroke activities hub was born out of lockdown. But it has been such a success, we've kept it going.

We run multiple activities every week. Some of these are purely social, like our weekly quizzes. Others give you a chance to learn a new skill, like our genealogy sessions. You could join in with the weekly exercise group or just have a chat about how your stroke has affected you.

You can download the activities programme and sign up here.

What else is on in August?

There are lots of other events going on in August. Depending on where you live, there are food festivals, sporting events, and so much more.

If you live in the UK (or will be visiting), you can look at:

• Visit England's list of major events and festivals in August.
• A list of August events from Scotland Welcomes You.
• Visit Wales' list of August events.
• What's on in August by Discover Northern Ireland

And these are just the major events. If you're looking for something specific, you can:

• Search what's on at English Heritage sites.
• Check out events at UK National Parks.
• Scroll through a list of events during the Festival of National Nature Reserves.
• See if there are any food festivals happening near you using this list from Delicious Magazine.
• Find all the temporary, permanent and other art exhibits and events on Art UK.

As you can see, there are hundreds of fun activities and events in August. Some are out in nature and others can be done from the comfort of your own home. I hope this blog helps you find the ones that are right for you. Enjoy!