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Real Food Ilkley Market

The Grove Ilkley

Real Food Ilkley offers produce from fresh bread, cakes and gluten free bakes to curry sauces, cheeses, condiments and crepes. Stalls also include organic meat and veg, brownies, truffles and herbs from local producers and independent retailers. First Sun of every month.

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Woof Shack

Happa Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, Burnley

Free social group for dogs and their people.  Planned regular walks, games, specialist talks, advice and much more.  Last Thursday of every month.      

Redcurrant Glass Courses

Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, Nelson

Courses/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.    

THE ELF EXPLORER

Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth

A 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, Bury

Steam 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.

Christmas Grotto Wonderland

Blackpool Pleasure Beach Ocean Boulevard Promenade, Blackpool

Visit 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.        

£16.99

The Adventures of Peppermint: A Father Christmas Experience

Harewood House Harewood, Leeds

This 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, Knaresborough

Step 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.

Father Christmas At Bolton Abbey

Bolton Abbey Estate Skipton

Step 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 Lancaster

Award 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.

Santa by the Lake at Brockholes

Brockholes Nature Reserve Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston.

  Santa is back at Brockholes! Come and meet him in his workshop set against the backdrop of our beautiful Meadow Lake. Sat & Sun from 25th Nov - 17th Dec.        

£13

Guided walk – One Way Ticket

Burley in Wharfedale Railway Station Burley in Wharfedale

Meet Malcolm Gardner at 11.15am at Burley in Wharfedale rail station for a linear walk from Burley to Guiseley via Menston. Return by train to Burley (pay your own fare). 6 miles. Bring a packed lunch. Free.

Artisan Market at Holden Clough

Holden Clough Nurseries Bolton-by-Bowland

This Christmas, Holden Clough welcome some of their favourite local craftspeople, designers and food and drink producers to their 'Nutcracker' artisan market. It's a wonderful chance to meet the talented makers and find out what goes into creating their unique products.        

CHRISTMAS IN THE CARIBBEAN

Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, Burnley

Prepare to be whisked away with our exciting new party night theme for 2023! Spectacular Caribbean Christmas Theme, Caribbean Steel Band, Caribbean Dancers & Hula Girls and Festive 3 Course Dinner.        

£45

The Squirrel, The Cake & The Cabinet

Horse & Bamboo 679 Bacup Road, Waterfoot, Rossendale

Join Horse + Bamboo for our signature festive adventure through the woods and into magical lands where strange characters will share their stories.  3 - 7yrs. Craft 10am & 2pm -  Show 11am & 3pm. £8/£6 or pwyc. (Pay what you can).

Sail to Santa at WWT Martin Mere

WWT Martin Mere Fish Lane, Burscough, Nr Ormskirk

For 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.

£17

Santa Special Trains

Ribble Steam Railway Chain Caul Rd,  Riversway,,  Preston

Snuggle up with your loved ones in your warm, steam-heated carriage. Watch eyes light up as Father Christmas visits you in your seat to hand each child their very own Christmas gift. Light seasonal refreshments on the train are included and Mrs Ribble's Tea Room will be open for extra drinks and goodies. Every Sat from 2nd - 17th Dec.

Light Up Haworth Weekend And Artisan Market

Main Street Haworth

The lights across the village will be switched on this weekend, so it’ll be your first chance to see Haworth’s magical lights and shop window displays, plus artisan market in Central Park both days.  There is no switch on event, but there will be music along the cobbles across the whole weekend.

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.

Victorian Christmas at Gawthorpe

Gawthorpe Hall Burnley Road, Padiham

Get into the festive spirit with a visit to Gawthorpe Hall's Victorian Christmas. See the Hall trimmed and decorated in a traditional style and discover how the Kay-Shuttleworth family feasted at Christmas in the Dining Room. There will be festive music from the Crickmore Crewe, craft activities for children and you can meet Father Christmas (please book in advance).

Victorian Christmas At Judges’ Lodgings Museum

Judges Lodgings Church Street, Burnley

Visit to see the house decked in holly and enjoy live music performed in the period rooms. There are craft activities for the kids and a chance to see Santa in his Christmas Grotto. Adults £3, Concessions £2, children free. Craft and a visit to Santa is £2 per child.          

WinterFest

The Whitaker Haslingden Road, Rawtenstall

Choirs, music, mulled wine, festive food, makers market and more, taking place across the weekend. For the little ones, there might even be a visit from Father Christmas. Sat 12pm - 8pm, Sun 10am - 4pm.

A Reet Yorkshire Brass Do: Fun Family Festive Favourites

Skipton Town Hall High Street, Skipton

Join us for a family concert of Christmas classics, carols to sing, and a heart-warming Yorkshire Christmas tale written by Ian McMillan and narrated by actress Claire Marie Seddon, accompanied by the lively Huddersfield University Brass Band.

£7.50

Leeds Industrial Museum

Leeds Industrial Museum Armley Mills, Canal Rd, Leeds

Industrial 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.

Eco-friendly Wreath Workshops

Bolton Abbey Estate Skipton

Join us at our festive Christmas village in Strid Wood to enjoy a half-day workshop with Vanessa Wellock (RHS Chelsea silver medallist and florist to The Devonshire Arms Hotel) to create your own Christmas eco-friendly wreath. 9.30am & 1pm.

£60

Santa’s Sparkly Surprise

The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, Halifax

Santa’s Sparkly Surprise is the fifth show in the series written by Iain Lauchlan for the preschool audience. It will offer just as much fun, interaction and great songs to sing as all the others and the show will, of course, have a great storyline that the children can get involved in.Various times.

Santa’s Grotto & Family Film ‘Arthur Christmas’

Glusburn Community & Arts Centre Colne Road, Glusburn

Join us for a fun, festive family night out. Visit Santa in his grotto, where every child will receive a gift. Then settle down for animated Christmas family favourite 'Arthur Christmas'. Grotto 5pm, film 6pm. £6 - £7.50.

Brockholes Winter Fayre

Brockholes Nature Reserve Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston.

Step into a winter wonderland filled with Christmas lights, artisan markets, delicious food and drink stalls, and even a chance to meet Santa himself. Get into the festive spirit with live music and traditional fairground games, Brockholes Winter Fayre is the perfect way to kickstart your seasonal celebrations.

Craven Museum Make & Take: Christmas Crafts

Skipton Town Hall High Street, Skipton

Join us for a relaxed, Christmas themed family craft session in the Concert Hall, suitable for children of all ages. 10am - 11am & 1pm - 2pm. Free. Just drop in.

Robin Hood Christmas Panto!

Skipton Town Hall High Street, Skipton

This inclusive show promises festive fun for all the Family with silliness, songs and a good old showdown between the goodies and the baddies.  11am & 2pm. Adult £12.50. child £7.50.

The Big Christmas Day Out

Williamson Park Lancaster

Williamson Park will be transformed into a Christmas wonderland. The ticket price includes all activities (except the food, drink and meeting Santa) with a huge range of festive activities for all the family from fairground rides to Christmas crafting through to the festive cinema and face painting and lots more. 9am - 1pm & 2.30pm - 6.30pm.

12 Days of Christmas – Festive Trail

Bolton Abbey Estate Skipton

As 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.

Film night at The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery

The Whitaker Haslingden Road, Rawtenstall

Christmas Film: The Muppet Christmas Carol - Join Kermit, Miss Piggy, Gonzo and the gang for a tasty hot chocolate and film matinee as the Muppets universe re-tell Charles Dickens’ immortal classic “A Christmas Carol”.

£6

VIKING YULE

Royal Armouries Museum Armouries Drive,, Leeds

The Vikings are returning to spend the Yule festival at the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds again this mid-winter. Join us for an action-packed programme of demonstrations, have-a-go activities, battle stories and much more.

New Year’s Eve at Park Hill Barn

Pendle Heritage Centre Barrowfod, Colne

Experience a magical night with a piper and drummer welcoming you to our sparkling prosecco arrival. Indulge in a gourmet hog roast, festive roast potatoes, salads, and a tasty vegetarian option. Get mesmerized by our incredible live singers: Josh Hindle Singer, Jess McGlinchey - Vocalist, and Jack Clarke Jazzman!

£49.50

Guided walk – Funny Hat and Wig Walk

Bingley Arts Centre Main Street, Bingley

Meet Barbara Walker at 11am outside Bingley Arts Centre for a level circular walk through beautiful countryside, taking in the Leeds-Liverpool Canal, the River Aire and Hirst Woods. 4.5 miles. Packed lunch required.

Light Organ at Yorkshire Sculpture Park – Exhibition

Yorkshire Sculpture Park West Bretton, Wakefield

Yorkshire Sculpture Park’s historic Chapel will be lit up with this joyful artwork throughout winter. Visitors are encouraged to come and interact with this immersive installation, to see their voices and sounds brought to life in spellbinding colours and patterns of light. Exhibition ends 21st Jan.          

£9

On Track Exhibition – Clitheroe Castle

Clitheroe Castle & Museum Castle Hill, Clitheroe

Now and until 31st January 2024 - On Track Exhibition – A glimpse into Lancashire’s railways past and present. Daily from 12pm - 4pm. Free event.  

Traditional Christmas Food at Craven Museum

Skipton Town Hall High Street, Skipton

What did people in Craven eat in the past during the festive winter period, including throughout the Twelve Days of Christmas? Come along to our Craven Museum workshop to find out! Free. Booking required.

Ruby Tingle – Afterlife Exhibition

The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery Haslington Road, Rossendale

Ruby Tingle presents her new work Afterlife, resurrecting The Whitaker’s off show taxidermy collection as new dioramas in a temporary ‘swamp heaven’. The show draws together installation, works on paper, music, scent and performance to create a multi sensory fantasy wetlands.

FLOTILLA: 100 years of getting our ships together.

Lancaster Maritime Museum St George’s Quay, Laqncaster

  FLOTILLA: 100 years of getting our ships together. This lovely exhibition showcases our Centenary Flotilla: vessels of all shapes and sizes that feature in our collection. The exhibition has been extended and will run until 32st March 2024. Closed Tues, Wed & Thurs. £3, concs £2, children free.  

Bottomless Brunch at The Lawrence

The Lawrence Hotel, 28 Church Street, Padiham, Burnley

Join a bottomless brunch Saturday and enjoy 90 minutes of unlimited drinks. 6th Jan, 3rd Feb & 2nd Mar. 1pm - 2.30pm.            

£29.95

BASIC Photographic Session January 2024

The Grand Theatre Blackpool

Love photography or want to take up a new skill? Join internationally renowned photographer Sean Conboy for a Photographic Sessions at the Grand.

£49

The Dan Banks Afternoon Variety Show

Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen

You are invited to join the ever-popular afternoon variety show. It's a fun, relaxed afternoon show.

£5.50

Herbs And The 17th Century Household

East Riddlesden Hall Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.

Hear how herbs and spices were used in food, medicine and the house at East Riddlesden Hall. Find out what remedies people used for coughs and colds. How could herbs make winter food more interesting? How did the 17th century housewife use plants and herbs to keep her house fresh and clean? 12pm & 2pm.

L.S LOWRY EXHIBITION

The Lowry Pier 8, The Quays, Salford

The Lowry is named after Laurence Stephen Lowry (1887 – 1976) – an artist who spent much of his life in Salford and whose work is strongly associated with the city. The largest L.S Lowry collection in the world on permanent display. Daily 10-minute L.S.Lowry talks on weekdays at 2pm. Free.

The East Lancashire Hospice 10k Race & 2 k Race

The Vella Group, Great Harwood BB6 7UF

The East Lancashire Hospice 10k and 2k race is organised by hospice supporters The Vella Group, Great Harwood, and has raised over £100,000 for patient care over the years! Starting and finishing at The Vella Group, Great Harwood (BB6 7UF) the 10k race will start at 11am, with the 2k fun run starting just after.