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We've scoured the UK for the best free events and come up with some credit-crunch-defying ideas. With petrol at over 120p per litre, we thought a few free days out would come in handy for everyone over the summer.

We've covered everything from exhilarating to cultural to foodie, all over the UK. And if we've missed your favourite free event we'll add it to the diary for you.

Browse the UpMyStreet summer events diary

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