If you’re looking for a fun day out this weekend, why not head down to the Dinghy Show at London’s Alexandra Palace? Doors open from 1000 – 1800 on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 March, with children going free on the Sunday. There’s plenty to see and do, with over 100 dinghies and class associations exhibiting, talks from experts, treasure hunts and more.

Adult admission is £12 on the door, with children under 5 free on both days, and children under 16 free on Sunday when accompanied by a paying adult (max two children per paying adult).

Getting there:
Alexandra Palace, Alexandra Palace Way, Wood Green, London. N22 7AY?Tel: 020 8365 2121 or web: www.alexandrapalace.com The nearest tube station is Wood Green on the Piccadilly Line, average journey time from King’s Cross is 15 minutes. A free shuttle bus will collect and drop off visitors to and from Wood Green tube, Alexandra Palace mainline station and car parks on both days.