Just thought of something else, which you may already know about – UKworkshop and they have all the shows in the UK listed http://www.ukworkshop.co.uk/forums/woodworking-show-event-dates-2011-t38294.html THis is an excellent site to learn and chat to others about.
Love to keep busy in retirement - http://www.getwoodworking.com/albums/member_album.asp?a=33974