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Woof Shack
Happa Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, BurnleyFree 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, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
CHRISTMAS IN THE CARIBBEAN
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyPrepare 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.
The Squirrel, The Cake & The Cabinet
Horse & Bamboo 679 Bacup Road, Waterfoot, RossendaleJoin 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 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.
Santa Special Trains
Ribble Steam Railway Chain Caul Rd, Riversway,, PrestonSnuggle 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.
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.
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.
Eco-friendly Wreath Workshops
Bolton Abbey Estate SkiptonJoin 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.
Santa’s Sparkly Surprise
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxSanta’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, GlusburnJoin 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, SkiptonJoin 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, SkiptonThis 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 LancasterWilliamson 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 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.
Film night at The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery
The Whitaker Haslingden Road, RawtenstallChristmas 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”.
Wonka inspired afternoon tea at The Lawrence
The Lawrence Hotel 28 Church Street, Padiham, BurnleyWelcome to the wonderful world of Willy Wonka and this inspired afternoon tea.
VIKING YULE
Royal Armouries Museum Armouries Drive,, LeedsThe 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, ColneExperience 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!
Guided walk – Funny Hat and Wig Walk
Bingley Arts Centre Main Street, BingleyMeet 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, WakefieldYorkshire 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.
On Track Exhibition – Clitheroe Castle
Clitheroe Castle & Museum Castle Hill, ClitheroeNow 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, SkiptonWhat 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, RossendaleRuby 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, LaqncasterFLOTILLA: 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, BurnleyJoin a bottomless brunch Saturday and enjoy 90 minutes of unlimited drinks. 6th Jan, 3rd Feb & 2nd Mar. 1pm - 2.30pm.
BASIC Photographic Session January 2024
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolLove photography or want to take up a new skill? Join internationally renowned photographer Sean Conboy for a Photographic Sessions at the Grand.
The Dan Banks Afternoon Variety Show
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenYou are invited to join the ever-popular afternoon variety show. It's a fun, relaxed afternoon show.
1917: POETRY AND SHORT FICTION IN ENGLAND AND AMERICA
Ilkley Playhouse Weston Road, IlkleyA 10-week poetry and short fiction course. Course Tutor: Robert Hemmings.
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, SalfordThe 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 7UFThe 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.
Music at the Museum – Craven Accordion Orchestra
Cliffe Castle Museum Spring Gardens Lane, KeighleyJoin us inside the Bracewell Smith Hall and enjoy music from local bands. A season of monthly Sunday afternoon concerts.
Masterclass: Special Effects Make-Up with Rebecca Cawthra
Lawrence Batley Theatre Queen's Square, Queen St, HuddersfieldAfter last year’s sold out session, Rebecca Cawthra is back for another interactive workshop! Find out how to make actors look everything from gorgeous to gruesome in this introductory workshop.
TOP SECRET – The Magic of Science
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnExperience non-stop action-packed interactive magical science experiments that will capture the imagination, a fast-moving and colorful magical science show, packed with mystery, suspense and heaps of mess! Adult £13.50, child £11.50, family £31.50.
BRITISH HOMING WORLD SHOW OF THE YEAR
Winter Gardens BlackpoolLocated at Blackpool’s renowned Winter Gardens, the show is the largest gathering of pigeon fanciers in the UK. The event attracts over 15,000 visitors to the town every year. Sat £10, Sun £8, weekend ticket £15, under 18s free. 20th - 21st Jan. rpra.org
Charity Model Railway Exhibition
Mill Hill Community Centre New Chapel Street, BlackburnOrganised by East Lancashire Model Railway Charitable Organisation. Adult £5, child £3, family £12.
Goofus Theatre presents ‘Me, the Snow and Old Man Crow’
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery Haslington Road, RossendaleA new non-verbal theatre experience for all to enjoy with clowning, puppetry, soundtrack and encounters, ‘Me, the Snow and Old Man Crow’ will take you on a fantastical journey where magic, nonsense, heart and play abound and all is possible!
Art Open 2024 Exhibition
Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery Museum Street, BlackburnWe are pleased to announce we will be kicking off our 2024 exhibition programme with our second ever Art Open. This is an open call to all artists, amateur and professional, to get ready to submit their work for what promises to be an exciting and diverse show.
Saltaire Vintage Home & Fashion Fair
Victoria Hall Victoria Road,, SaltaireCome and enjoy the Saltaire Vintage Home & Fashion Fair in the beautiful setting of Victoria Hall, in the heart of the World Heritage Village of Saltaire. Full of original vintage finds and not to be missed! Dedicated to true vintage since December 2007. £3, children free.
Pontefract Model Railway Exhibition
New College, Park Lane,, PontefractA model railway exhibition hosted by Normanton and Pontefract Model Railway Society. Layouts, trade support, demonstrations, refreshments and disabled access. Adult £10, children free.