Mad for Barking

Barking's annual festival is a family affair with rides, stalls and games. There's live music from Will Young and Robbie Williams tribute artists, plus local bands, dance groups and strolling performers.

The finale is an atmospheric concert with lighting effects and fireworks display in the ruins of Barking Abbey.

On Sun 29 May register to join in a fun run, with 2km, 4km or five-mile routes. Barking Abbey Green & Ruins, Broadway, Dagenham, Essex (020-8215 3000/3184). Sat 28 May, 10.30am-5pm, concert 7pm-10pm, free.