PrettyKitty, lucky you to be so close to the Festival of Quilts. It is a huge show, and you will find absolutely everything there. All the UK suppliers, and many from overseas, are there and are very helpful and informative. I believe that alot have special offers for the duration of the Show. Check out the blog on the Cotton Patch site (www.quiltingonline.co.uk/blogger), they will soon be putting details of their stands on, think they have 2. I just had an email newsletter about it.
There are talks, demonstrations, etc. etc. as well.
I only wish the airfares were not so expensive in August - I would love to be there.
Have fun.