Redcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonCourses/workshops are available in kiln formed glass, kiln formed glass jewellery, lampwork glass beadmaking, silverclay and silver jewellery. Courses and taster sessions are available throughout the year from just £30. Booking required.
Cinderella – Bolton’s Christmas Family Pantomime
Victoria Hall, BoltonThe magical family pantomime Cinderella. You will have a ball at The Victoria Hall come along and join in the fun. Various times.
Snow White
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsFeaturing breath-taking scenery and special effects, sparkling costumes, spectacular song and dance, with plenty of fun, laughter and audience participation, Snow White is the pantomime that is simply wicked, simply wonderful and simply must be seen! Various times & prices.
Robin Hood: The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsA very different format to the traditional Christmas pantomime, Rock ‘n’ Roll Pantos mix traditional elements of audience participation and corny gags with a jukebox full of classic rock anthems and chart-toppers, all performed live on stage by an ultra-talented cast of actor-musicians. Various times & prices.
A Christmas Carol
The Dukes Moor Lane, LancasterUnwrap the magic this season with a musical adaptation of Charles Dickens classic tale, featuring toe-tapping music, festive fun and a touch of Christmas magic. £18 - £20. Various times.
THE ELF EXPLORER
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthA magical Christmas experience that is guaranteed to light up your children’s faces and get the whole family in the mood for the Festive Season. This theatrical journey on board a beautiful steam train is the perfect way to travel, and we know that Father Christmas thinks so too…! £22 - £28. Booking essential.
Santa Specials
East Lancashire Railway 23a Bolton St, BurySteam into Christmas on the East Lancashire Railway’s famously festive Santa Specials. Your family will make enchanted memories to share as they take a trip through the magical Irwell Valley alongside colourful characters and surprises. What Christmas treat would be complete without a visit from a host of happy elves and Santa Claus himself. Various prices.
Beauty and the Beast – 2023 Pantomime
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnJoin us for a BEAST of a tale that’s as old as time as Tom Rolfe Productions present a real BEAUTY of a pantomime with stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and hilarious comedy! Various times & prices.
Beauty and the Beast
The Globe Theatre Blackpool Pleasure Beach, BlackpoolBeauty And The Beast is a magical Story - A tale as old as time! Various times. £14 -£22.
Christmas Grotto Wonderland
Blackpool Pleasure Beach Ocean Boulevard Promenade, BlackpoolVisit Santa Claus in his grotto and enjoy the festive fun experiences, guided by magical elves through a winter wonderland. Art & crafts and christmas themed games.
The Adventures of Peppermint: A Father Christmas Experience
Harewood House Harewood, LeedsThis heartwarming 45 minute immersive experience promises unforgettable memories and pure festive magic. Each experience has capacity for up to 21 people, including both adults and children. Various prices.
Christmas at Mother Shipton’s
Mother Shipton’s Cave Prophecy Lodge, High Bridge, KnaresboroughStep into a world of magic and wonder as you enter Mother Shipton's magical Christmas experience. Get ready, for Santa is flying through the starry skies to meet you! Step into his cozy grotto, where time stands still as you create memories that will warm your heart for years to come. Various ticket options.
Oliver!
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsBased on the novel by Charles Dickens, Oliver! follows the story of a small boy with a big heart as he journeys from a desolate workhouse to the paved streets of Victorian London in search of love and a place to call home. Various times & prices.
CINDERELLA
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonJoin us for our sparkling family pantomime for 2023 - Cinderella. A family pantomime where dreams really do come true. Presented by Polka Dot Pantomimes. Various times and prices.
Aladdin
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolThis year's panto Aladdin sees the return of West End star and TV soap sensation Tom Lister (as Abanazar) joining comic and Britain's Got Talent finalist Steve Royle (as Wishee Washee)! Various times & prices.
The Enormous Crocodile
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsA new musical version of Roald Dahl’s picture book featuring tasty tunes and mischievous puppets suitable for those 4+. Various times. £15 - £20.
Sleeping Beauty: Christmas Panto
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterThe story is enhanced by fantastic musical numbers, dancing, dazzling costumes and audience participation. A Christmas treat not to be missed! Various times. Adult £11.50, child & concs £10.50.
Sail to Santa at WWT Martin Mere
WWT Martin Mere Fish Lane, Burscough, Nr OrmskirkFor an extra special experience this Christmas, visit to one of the Sail to Santa days. Sail across to Santa's Island, meet Santa and his elves and get busy in the Elves' workshop making a pine cone reindeer. Sat & Sun.
Leeds Industrial Museum
Leeds Industrial Museum Armley Mills, Canal Rd, LeedsIndustrial heritage with collections of textile machinery, railway equipment and heavy engineering. Learn about the industrial heritage of Leeds, the city of 1000 trades, in the Grade II* listed Armley Mills. Open Tues - Fri 10am - 5pm. Sat & Sun 12pm - 5pm. Free.
Aladdin
King George’s Hall Northgate, BlackburnMeet Aladdin, his brother Wishee Washee & his mother Widow Twankey as they battle against the evil Abanazar to stop his evil plan to become Master Of The World! Various times. £15- £21.
Jack and the Beanstalk – Christmas Pantomime
The Atkinson Lord Street, SouthportJoin our hero Jack Trott as he embarks on an extraordinary journey up the beanstalk to an enchanted land above the clouds. With hilarious antics, loveable characters, and a handful of magic beans, this traditional family panto will captivate audiences of all ages. Various times & prices.
Aladdin
The Met Market Street, BuryAladdin falls for young princess Jasmin but will they ever make it to the altar? Not if evil Abanazar has anything to do with it…don’t miss your chance to join us for the most magical pantomime yet. Various times. Adult £17, child £14.
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
York Theatre Royal St. Leonard's Place, YorkWith stunning sets, hilarious comedy and breath-taking special effects, Jack and the Beanstalk promises to be our most spectacular pantomime ever! This fun-filled extravaganza is guaranteed to delight the whole family… Various times and prices.
Robinson Crusoe and the Pirates of the River Ouse
Grand Opera House YorkYork legend Berwick Kaler returns with all of the gang for his hilarious take on the classic story of the sailor from York who finds himself marooned on a desert island, but he’s not alone! Various times and prices.
Peter Pan – The Pantomime
Bradford Playhouse 4 – 12 Chapel St,Little Germany,, Bradford.Set sail this Christmas and join the swashbuckling pantomime adventures of Peter Pan in this high-flying pantomime for all the family! Various times & prices.
Cinderella
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordBilly Pearce, as the loveable Buttons, Emmerdale star Samantha Giles as The Wicked Stepmother and celebrity baker and Strictly Come Dancing finalist John Whaite as Dandini. Dale Mathurin will play Prince Charming and Yorkshire local Sarah Pearson will perform as the title role of Cinderella. Various times & prices.
Jack & The Beanstalk
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesPaul Holman Associates present Jack & The Beanstalk! This Christmas, join our hero on the adventure of a lifetime as he climbs the beanstalk to fame, fortune and true love! Various times & prices.
I Should Be So Lucky: The Official Stock, Aitken & Waterman Musical
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsThe World Premiere of the official Stock Aitken and Waterman musical. All the Hit Factory songs you know and love – finally on stage in an all-new, feel-good musical! 7.30pm. Wed, Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm.£22 - £53.
Rapunzel
Square Chapel Arts Centre 10 Square Road, HalifaxScott Ritchie Productions proudly presents this exciting and fun tangled musical adventure. With a wicked witch, a feisty heroine, a tap-dancing horse and a host of adventures, Rapunzel promises to be a vibrant take on a classic and much-loved story. Various times and prices.
Cinderella
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxCinderella is presented once again by our pantomime production company Imagine Theatres. Come and join us for everyone's favourite rags to riches tale. Various times and prices.
The Brontës And The Wild
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthOur 2023 exhibition, The Brontës and the Wild, considers how landscape, weather and the natural world play an important role in the lives and work of the Brontës.
Father Christmas At Bolton Abbey
Bolton Abbey Estate SkiptonStep into his twinkling Christmas Village, tucked away in the middle of Strid Wood and see what enchanting experience awaits. Become acquainted with the cheeky elves who have just arrived from the North Pole, and let them take you on a special journey to meet the Great Man himself.
Lancaster On Ice
Dalton Square LancasterAward Winning and internationally recognised Lancaster on Ice returns for the 2023 season to the historic Dalton Square, in the heart of Lancaster. There will be christmas market stalls, the giant tipi bar, 800m real ice, Ice-Rink and giant ferris wheel.
Christmas at the Farm
Mrs Dowsons Farm Park Hawkshaw Farm, Longsight Rd,, Blackburn.Christmas at the farm is an immersive adventure based on the original magical Father Christmas. Discover Father Christmas' secret farm Headquarters, hidden from plain sight, filled with activities and experiences, with spectacular sets and theatre performances. Child £22.95, Adults £12.79.
Rapunzel – Adult Panto
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterThe Adult Panto team are catapulting crazy Christmas chaos back into Lancaster Grand Theatre with a hair-raising tale of panto pandemonium that’s a cut above the rest!
12 Days of Christmas – Festive Trail
Bolton Abbey Estate SkiptonAs you enjoy a walk through Strid Wood, clues connected to the popular ‘12 Days of Christmas’ carol will help you to solve the festive mystery on the trail sheet. This event is included in the car park entry fee.
Swing Into Christmas – The Northern Swing Orchestra
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyYorkshire's premier Big Band promises a night of the very best Christmas songs and traditional festive favourites. It guarantees to have you tapping along, singing and laughing in your seats!