Our guide to the very best of the UK's sport & outdoors events and attractions. We've been busy finding the very best things for you to do, places to visit, and events to attend across the UK in 2012.
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Bingham Rugby Cup
Sport & Outdoors
Gay amateur rugby union world championship, named in memory of Mark Kendall Bingham, one of the people killed in the September 11 attacks. Featuring 27 teams from all over the world it is the sixth Bingham Cup and one of the largest men's 15- aside rugby union tournaments outside of the IRB Rugby World Cup. Read more
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Birmingham Half Marathon
Sport & Outdoors
Runners can do their thing for the environment this autumn as the Birmingham Half Marathon's Race Against Climate Change is a chance to show commitment to the worthy cause. Growing in momentum, 15,000 runners are expected at this year's race. Read more
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Blackburn Rovers FC 2011/12
Sport & Outdoors
Blackburn Rovers play their home matches at Ewood Park. The Premier League runs between August and May and full fixture lists can be found on the club websites. Please note: games may be rearranged due to cup or television commitments.
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Blackpool Marathon & Half-Marathon
Sport & Outdoors
Break a sweat at the Blackpool Marathon and Half-Marathon, or just cheer sweat-free from the sidelines. The marathon route heads south down the Golden Mile before doubling back via St Anne's for a seafront finish. Read more
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Blair Castle Horse Trials & Country Fair
Sport & Outdoors
Blair Castle International Horse Trials and Country Fair is Scotland's leading equestrian event, running over four days in August each year and attracting in excess of 40,000 visitors. Olympic medallists compete alongside amateurs in the four International event classes, whilst British Showjumping and showing classes provide a platform for riders in other disciplines to compete on Blair's hallowed turf. Read more
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BMF Bike Show
Sport & Outdoors
Every May, over 80,000 bike enthusiasts head to Peterborough's East of England Showground for a weekend of bike-themed events and shopping. You can practically smell adrenalin in the air as you watch bikes whizz past in the BMF Show Arena. Read more
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BNP Paribas Tennis Classic
Sport & Outdoors
The Hurlingham Club hosts the BNP Paribas Tennis Classic, a mainly seniors tennis tournament with all-time favourites. Pat Cash, Ilie Nastase and Henri Leconte have graced the courts here, and high-calibre tennis is guaranteed. Read more
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Boating on the Thames
Sport & Outdoors
French Brothers Ltd offer 40-minute and two-hour boat trips along the Thames on their fine vessels. Boats travel upstream from the Windsor Promenade to Boveney Lock and then return, offering views of Windsor Castle and other local points of interest. Read more
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Bolton Wanderers FC 2011/12
Sport & Outdoors
Bolton Wanderers play their home matches at The Reebok Stadium. The Premier League runs between August and May and full fixture lists can be found on the club websites. Please note: games may be rearranged due to cup or television commitments.
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Bonfire Spectacular
Sport & Outdoors
Organised by Stafford Round Table, the Bonfire Spectacular at Shugborough Estate is one of the region's biggest bonfire and fireworks displays. As well as the thrills of the display itself there's a family funfair to keep kids entertained as they wait. Read more
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Boston Dragon Boat Festival 2012
Sport & Outdoors
Teams battle it out over a 250m race course. Read more
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Bournemouth Bay Run
Sport & Outdoors
The annual Bournemouth Bay Run is Dorset's premier half marathon (13 miles/20.8km). The race attracts over 1000 competitors each year, starting and finishing on the seafront. This is the perfect chance to motivate yourself, family and friends to get fit. Read more
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Bournemouth International Triathlon
Sport & Outdoors
The annual Bournemouth International Triathlon is not for the faint-hearted. This seriously sporty event at Bournemouth's Peir Approach comprises a 1500m sea swim, 40K bike ride and a 10K run. Read more
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Bournemouth Sevens International Rugby, Netball & Music Festival
Sport & Outdoors
The Bournemouth Sports Club welcomes nearly 200 teams to compete at the annual Bournemouth Sevens rugby tournament. Twenty thousand spectators over the weekend enjoy a mix of sport and family entertainment, including parachute displays and celebrity appearances.
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Bournemouth Surf School
Sport & Outdoors
Bournemouth Surf School offers a selection of courses to suit all levels and requirements; from complete beginners to experts. Whatever your capability, you could be riding the waves within an hour, with Bournemouth's rugged cliffs as a backdrop. Read more
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Bramham International Horse Trials
Sport & Outdoors
Bramham Park stages an international four-day event, with some of the world's top horse riders taking part in a gruelling test of skill and stamina. Competitors leap ditches, negotiate water obstacles and perform in the dressage and showjumping fields. Read more
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Brathay Windermere Marathon
Sport & Outdoors
Around 1000 runners take part in a course that takes a complete circuit of Lake Windermere taking in the beautiful scenery on a 26.2 mile course to raise money for Brathay Trust a charity helping young people. In addition to the marathon for spectators and the public there is the family fun day at the Brathay Hall Estate including a live jazz band, a beer tent, BBQ, a high rope challenge and children's activities as well as many more to do. Read more
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Brewin Dolphin Cheltenham Cricket Festival
Sport & Outdoors
World’s longest running cricket festival. The ground’s idyllic setting has provided a perfect backdrop for the festival throughout its history, proving a successful attraction for cricket fans, new supporters and big cricketing stars. Read more
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Brewin Dolphin Scottish Series
Sport & Outdoors
Popular among senior figures from the Scottish business community, Keel boat regatta is the largest event of its kind in Scotland. Over 1,800 sailors from UK and Ireland man over 200 boats in the series that lasts 4 days. Other acitivites are available along with the sailing, including kids sailing, face painting, Highland Dance Competition, Water Waltzer, music and fireworks. Read more
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Brighton Marathon
Sport & Outdoors
A new addition to Brighton's bustling calendar of annual events, the Brighton Marathon is the first English marathon to be held outside the capital. Benefitting from a beautiful seaside setting, it's already attracted interest from sports fans internationally.
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