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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.
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.
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.
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.
The British Commercial Vehicle Museum
The British Commercial Vehicle Museum King Street, LeylandThe Museum generates a unique atmosphere with its wonderfully preserved and presented vehicles, and its showcases full of memorabilia and artifacts related to transport history. Open Thurs - Sun. 10am - 4.30pm. Adult £10, child £5, under 4s free, family ticket £18/£23.
Bradford Beer and Cider Festival 2024
Victoria Hall Victoria Road,, SaltaireBradford CAMRA is proud to present the Bradford Beer and Cider Festival 2024. There will be over 110 real ales, real ciders and perries, wines, global beers, and craft keg beers, as well as great food, live music and our world-famous tombola.
Keighley Model Railway Club Exhibition 2024
Woodbank Garden Centre and Nurseries Harden Rd, Harden, BingleyA model railway exhibition hosted by the Keighley Model Railway Club. Features: 15 layouts, trade support, refreshments and parking. Adult £10, child £5, family £20.
TABLE TOP SALE
Kelbrook & Sough Village Hall Dotcliffe Road, KelbrookTable top sale. Come along and sell your unwanted items in the village hall - perfect for your 'Spring Clean'.
Skipton Artisan Market
Skipton Canal Basin Coach Street, SkiptonSkipton Artisan Market takes place on the 1st Sun of the month on the Canal Basin. The Market is home to talented stallholders offering an amazing selection of predominantly handmade and hand produced food, drink, arts and crafts.
American Wrestling
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonThe world’s greatest family spectacular, featuring the people’s champion Tiny Iron, king of the ring rumble. The show of a lifetime, plus free meet and greet. £13.75 £15.75.
Discover the Medieval Monasteries of Lancashire by Lancashire Adult Learning
Clitheroe Castle & Museum Castle Hill, ClitheroeThis session is designed to give the learner an introduction to the life and times of the Medieval Monastery. We will begin with looking at the creation and development of the monasteries in England and the Benedictine Rule. Free. Booking essential.
Threads through Creation – Exhibition
Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, BlackburnYou are invited to come and see the amazing panels of textiles by Jacqui Parkson. 'Threads through Creation' panels of spectacular stitching tell the christian story of 'Creation in the Bible. The eight million stitches express God's Love! Free.
Yorkshire Games Festival
The National Science and Media Museum Pictureville, BradfordA unique festival of all things gaming. Celebrating games culture, design, and production with special industry guests. From masterclasses to networking events, to free gameplay and workshops, there’ll be lots for everyone to enjoy.
Snooker Greats – Clash of the Titans
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonAn Evening with Snooker Greats (Clash Of The Titans) Stephen Hendry, Steve Davis & Dennis Taylor. Seven-times World Snooker Champion Stephen Hendry takes on his arch rival Steve Davis with your host and referee for the evening the Dennis Taylor.
Diamonds in the Landscape – Exhibition
Clitheroe Castle & Museum Castle Hill, ClitheroeOriginally designated in 1964, the Forest of Bowland celebrates 60 years in 2024. This exhibition in the Steward's Gallery showcases talented photographers who have perfectly captured the beauty of the Bowland landscape. Exhibition ends 28th April. Free. Closed Wed & Thurs.
Willow Dragonfly Class
Leyland Studio Leyland, PrestonLearn the art of willow weaving with added design elements of beads, foliage and wire work in this session. Suitable or age 14+. £30 as a special offer which includes everything to make a special feature for inside or out
Model Railway Exhibition
Pudsey Civic Hall, LeedsA model railway exhibition hosted by Narrow Gauge North. Features: Layouts, trade support, refreshments, parking and disables access. Adult £10, child £1.
Keighley 10k & 5k 2024
Victoria Park Car Park, NelsonThe Keighley 10k & 5k are both challenging events at the start of the running season. Both the routes for 2024 start and finish in Victoria Park, Keighley. Run or walk the exciting new routes with hundreds of others to raise money for Sue Ryder's expert, compassionate end-of-life care.
MUSIC AT THE MUSEUM – Bradford Accordion Band
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.
Liane Lang – Touch Stone Exhibition
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery Haslington Road, RossendaleLiane Lang's project Touch Stone talks about human industry and activity in the landscape, showing traces and materials from bark to lead, stone to rusty industrial salvage. Wed - Sun: 10am - 4pm. Free. Free
Basic Birdwatching
Denso Marston Nature Reserve Otley Road, Charlestown, ShipleyJoin us for a guided walk which is aimed at anyone new to birdwatching. The walk will commence on Otley Road next to the public footpath that leads to the reserve. Free event. Further details contact Steve on 07572 771549.
WILLOW WEAVING
Pendle Heritage Centre Barrowfod, ColneLearn about the ancient craft of willow weaving with Rosemary Fenwick from Newground Together and create your own decorative fish in our beautiful surroundings. Materials provided. Please ring 01282 677150 on Wed - Sun to book. Free.
Legends of Steam
East Lancashire Railway 23a Bolton St, BuryCelebrate the crowning glory of British industry, personified by these three incredible and iconic mainline steam locomotives - BR Standard, Class 7, 70000 ‘Britannia’, LNER, A4, 60007 ‘Sir Nigel Gresley’ & LMS, Jubilee Class, 45690 ‘Leander’. These locomotives will be running an intensive public timetable for the whole three days. Various prices.
The Yorkshire Motorhome & Campervan Show 2024
Great Yorkshire Showground HarrogateNew and used models from local and national dealers, a large selection of different brands, many with show exclusive offers, stock up on accessories ready for the 2024 camping season. Free talks throughout the day from industry experts and personalities. Adult £10, children free.
VOLUNTEER SATURDAYS
Harwes Farm Foulridge, ColneCome and join us, everyone is welcome with a lower age limit of 14 years for dry stone walling. We are rebuilding 900 m of dry stone walling, planting and maintaining over 3,000 trees, and developing an organic allotment. Come along and enjoy the panoramic views and light-hearted company of fellow volunteers. Packed lunch required. Free.
Steaming Day at Bancroft Mill Engine Museum
Bancroft Mill Engine Museum Gillians Lane, BarnoldswickEstablished in 1982, our aim is to maintain a link to the town’s cotton heritage, by preserving and demonstrating the engine which powered over 1,000 looms in the mill from 1920 until its closure in 1978. Adult £6, concs £5, Children under 6 - Free, Ages 6 - 14 yrs £3. family £15.
Hans Rey – Mishaps and Mayhem
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsUntold stories, chaos and legendary tales from mountain bike icon, Hans Rey. Mountain Bike pioneer, adventurer, former Trials World Champion, Hans ‘No Way’ Rey will reveal, the crazy and whacky that accompanied him on some of his adventures. £19.50, concs £17.50.
Bingo & Stew
Colne Citadel Market Street, Colne.Broth & Stew, Bingo and Prizes, Tuesdays 11am - 2pm. £3 per person. All welcome.
Easter Toddler Party
Thornton Hall Country Park Thornton in Craven, BarnoldswickThese toddler party games are sure to be a hit with your little ones. Who doesn't love musical statues, pass the parcel and fun giant parachute games? Easter Bunny meet and greet, farm tours and animal activities including pony grooming, bottle feeding, and animal petting. Indoor soft play area. Various prices.
Guided Walk – Ball Grove Nature Reserve
Ball Grove Nature Reserve ColneWalking is a great way to stay active and improve your fitness without the added intensity that any other exercise form brings. Each walk is led by a volunteer who has been trained by Pendle Leisure Trust. Meet at upper car park at Ball Grove Nature Reserve at 1oam. Free. For further details contact Ron Whalley Tel 01282 613282.
Last Choir Singing: 2024 Heats
King George’s Hall Northgate, BlackburnCome and watch as Lancashire Children sing their hearts out in the regional heats to try and win a place in the grand final. Adult £19, children £9.
DUCK RACE AT KELBROOK
Kelbrook & Sough Village Hall Dotcliffe Road, KelbrookCome along and watch the antics of the plastic ducks bobbing down the beck with a delicious lunch in the village hall. Fun for all the family.
Giggleswick Railway Circle: DW Castle Show No.3 from Manchester Victoria on L & Y Lines
Settle Victoria Hall Kirkgate, SettleTonight, with images from the D W Castle collection, we will be reasonably close to home with a trip on Lancashire and Yorkshire lines.
Discovering Antarctica: Heroic Tales of Shackleton, Scott & Crean
The Atkinson Lord Street, SouthportTom Crean, the intrepid Antarctic explorer and one of Ireland's unsung heroes, is brought to life in this dramatic and humorous solo performance by Aidan Dooley.
The Case of the Missing Bunny
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonWe at Story Craft love a good twist, and our Easter show certainly takes you on a wild goose chase. Well Rabbit chase! 11am & 2pm.
Guided Walk from Pendle Heritage Centre
Pendle Heritage Centre Barrowfod, ColneWalking is a great way to stay active and improve your fitness without the added intensity that any other exercise form brings. Each walk is led by a volunteer who has been trained by Pendle Leisure Trust. Meet in car park at Pendle Heritage Centre at 10am. Free. Further details contact Ron Whalley Tel 01282 613282.
INTERNATIONAL JOUSTING TOURNAMENT
Royal Armouries Museum Armouries Drive,, LeedsTeams from the United Kingdom, France and Italy will compete for honour and trophies in this spectacular live sporting event from medieval times. The museum opens at 10am and there are 2 tournament shows per day starting at 11am and 2pm, featuring knights and horses, plus plenty of pomp and pageantry. £5 - £20.
Guided walks – Calvary on Good Friday
Ilkley Manor House IlkleyMeet Barbara Walker at 11am at Ilkley Manor House for a gentle circular walk on field and woodland paths and along country lanes, Calling at Calvary and returning via Middleton Woods. 3.5 miles. Packed lunch required. Free.
Top Secret -The Magic of Science
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnTop Secret is fun and entertaining for the whole family to enjoy along with inspiring and educating every young budding magician and scientist. Adult £13.50, child £11.50, family £31.50.
YORKSHIRE AIR MUSEUM
Yorkshire Air Museum Halifax Way, Elvington, YorkWe recommend that you take three or four hours over your visit to appreciate the Museum exhibits, the aircraft and vehicle displays that make up this historically accurate RAF Bomber Base. Closed Wed. Various prices. Standard tickets offer free re-entry for 12 months.
Easter in Colne 2024
Colne Town Centre ColneEaster in Colne returns on Sat 30th March 2024, we have a fantastic day in store for you filled with lots of family friendly fun including free face painting, free donkey rides, free easter egg hunt, free visit from the Easter Bunny, funfair rides plus so much more! A great family day out.
ROH Live: Madama Butterfly
Settle Victoria Hall Kirkgate, SettleLive Broadcast, Cinema - Puccini’s devastating tragedy about a young geisha who falls in love with an American naval officer. £11.00 - £17.00.
Ormskirk VeganFest 2024
Ormskirk Town Centre Moor Street, OrmskirkCelebrating a plant based life.. Amazing foods, drink & handmade items made with no animal bi-product. Enjoy a day savouring fabulous food! Free entry and parking.
Alan Titchmarsh – Earth Man
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyAlan Titchmarsh chats about his life as a gardener, writer, broadcaster, novelist and poet. £20, meet and greet £38.75.
‘Saving Amy’ A talk by Eric Watkiss
The Atkinson Lord Street, SouthportAmy Johnson was a pioneering English pilot who was the first woman to fly solo from London to Australia. Free for members, £5 for public.
Family Antics at the Museum
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery Haslington Road, RossendaleJoin us for our April antics and expect the un-‘egg’-spected with some Easter themed crafts and activities. 11am & 1pm, booking required. Recommended for age 6+.
Pickering Spring Model Railway Show
Memorial Hall 34 Potter Hill, PickeringScarborough and District Railway Modellers bring to you a family friendly event. This takes place during the Easter Holidays. We will have three floors of model railways, demonstrators and traders, With disabled access to all areas. £7.00 for adults, children free when accompanied by an adult.
Saltaire Vintage Home & Fashion Fair
Victoria Hall Victoria Road,, SaltaireBrought to you by Rose & Brown Vintage you'll find 45 stalls of genuine vintage fashion and homewares from the 1920s to the 1980s, including mid Century furniture, vinyl records, lots of vintage fashion, collectables, jewellery, ceramics, kitchenalia and more.