Best UK days out this autumn

If you’re looking for a day out that will keep everyone happy this autumn, then the UK has a whole host of things to do that will satisfy the whole family.
  

British Musical Fireworks Championship, Southport
One of the country’s most spectacular nights out, the British Musical Fireworks Championship illuminates the skyover Southport for three consecutive nights. In the town’s Victoria Park, choreographed fireworks are set to music ranging from old classics to chart hits, meaning there’s something for the whole family. Wrap up warm and fill up on the hot food available to keep you toasty as you watch the show. 28-30 September — see visitsouthport.com.

Lincoln Sausage Festival, Lincoln
A festival all about sausages? Yes, you read that right. And where better to host a festival about sausages than the home of everyone’s favourite British banger, Lincolnshire? Head down to the marvellous Lincoln Castle and take in the all-day celebration of local delicacies. Expect cooking demonstrations, kids’ entertainment and more sausages than you can shake a… sausage at. 13 October — see visitlincoln.com.

Royal National Mod, Argyll and Bute
Get ready for the best ceilidh of your life at this nine-day festival celebrating everything there is to celebrate about Gaelic language and culture. Held in Dunoon, the Mod will kick off with the annual torchlight procession before thousands of participants take part in a variety of activities ranging from highland dancing, Gaelic drama, and local music. And don’t worry, you don’t have to speak Gaelic – or even be Scottish – to enjoy the spectacle. 12-20 October — see moddhunomhain.com.