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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
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.
Strength & Balance Class – Up and Active Team
Pendle Leisure Centre Crown Way, ColneThis is a low level circuit class and is suitable for adults of all ages. The class incorporates a variety of exercises to increase fitness levels, develop muscular strength (with the use of resistance bands) and to improve balance. It is also suitable for those have had or who are at risk of falls. Low Intensity. Wed & Fri. £2 for 12 week course. Please contact Tel: 01282 661664 to book.
Samlesbury Hall
Samlesbury Hall Preston New Road, PrestonSamlesbury Hall is the perfect events venue for families and history lovers. Events include regular free tours around the hall and entertainment throughout school breaks. The medieval hall also hosts an array of workshops and special events throughout the year. Closed Mon & Sat.
LANCASTER CASTLE
LANCASTER CASTLE Castle Parade, LancasterSee history come alive in the heart of Lancaster. England's dark history, with tales of persecution, incarceration, punishment and execution, has been lived out over the centuries within the confines of Lancaster Castle. aDULT £8,concs £6.50, family £22.50.
Afternoon Tea Cruise
Skipton Boat Trips 3 Canal Street, SkiptonYou will enjoy a 2-hour cruise on the Leeds and Liverpool canal with delicious food served at your table. Afternoon tea includes a delicious selection of sandwiches, fruit scone with strawberry jam and cream, and decadent desserts. All served with unlimited tea and coffee. Daily 12pm & 2.45pm. £27.50, child £20.
tai chi and qigong session
Trawden Community CentreA weekly tai chi and qigong session run by the community centre. Join this friendly group and learn the gentle art of tai chi. It helps to keep the joints strong and supple and it improves posture, balance and co-ordination. Boost your general health and well-being and make new friends. Contact Jane to book. Tel 0845 053 0000.
IT Group
Colne Citadel Market Street, Colne.Come along and learn basic IT skills with Jamie. No experience needed. Friendly safe space. Tuesdays 10am – 12pm.
Toddlers Retreat at Trinity Baptist Church
Trinity Baptist Church ColneThis is a service providing mums and dad's with a safe play environment, where toddlers can be left for up to two hours, while appointments, jobs, and shopping can be done. Anyone with a baby or child not yet walking can come along to stay and play. £1 per session. Further details contact John and Linda Caddy 01282 866579.
Pendle Heritage Centre
Pendle Heritage Centre Barrowfod, ColneSituated beside an ancient crossing of Pendle Water, this group of attractive listed Grade 11 farm buildings and walled garden, only a mile from the M65, offers the ideal day out for the whole family, and the perfect base from which to explore the Pendle area either on foot or by car. Weds, Thurs, Fri - open 12 - 3pm, Sat & Sun - open - 11am to 4pm, Closed Mon & Tues.
INGLEBOROUGH CAVE
Ingleborough Cave IngleboroughAn underground experience for the whole family. Truly magnificent displays of stalactites, stalagmites, flowstones, pillars, fossils and other spectacular features. Adult £13, child £6.50, family £37. seniors citzen£11.50.The prices below £2.50 per Adult & £1.00 per Child (3-15) for Ingleborough Estate Nature Trail, which is the most direct route to the cave.
Yoga with Kath Gibbons
Peter Birtwistle Community Centre Keighley Road, ColneYoga classes - all abilities welcome including beginners. Intensity low. Tues evenings and Saturday mornings. Booking required and for further details please contact Kath. Tel:0780865346
Blackpool Dance Festival
Winter Gardens BlackpoolThe Blackpool Dance Festival began in 1920 in the Empress Ballroom. The Festival covers Ballroom and Latin American dancing, incorporating the British Open Championships for Adult Amateur and Professional couples, plus Formation Teams. Various times & prices.
Colne Saturday Lego Club
Colne LibraryCalling all master builders and Lego enthusiasts! Come and share your passion and amazing creations at our Lego Club. For children and young people. Children under 8 must be accompanied. Every Sat 10am - 3pm. Drop in. Free.
Low Cost Café – Colne Citadel
Colne Citadel Market Street, Colne.Low Cost Café, warm safe space. All are welcome. Mon,Tues, Thurs & Fri. 10am - 2pm.
Shared Reading Group
Colne LibraryMake friends through reading. Shared reading groups are a new type of reading group. They are very relaxing as there is no reading required before coming to the group. Instead each group has someone who reads aloud to the group and encourages discussion. Chatting about what has been read over "a brew and a biscuit" is a big part of the group. All printed materials are provided at each meeting - no books to borrow or buy and no reading to a deadline! Every Wed 2.15pm - 3.15pm.
Vintage 1940s Weekend
East Lancashire Railway 23a Bolton St, BuryIn 2024, the weekend is going to centre around the social and musical backdrop of life in Britain in the 1940s. We want to recreate the hope, the celebrations and the music of those bygone days, as well as the enormous pride everyone felt and continues to feel for the British and Allied forces for their sacrifice.
Meet the Governor
Skipton Castle SkiptonCome and meet Sir John Mallory Governor of Skipton Castle during the English Civil War. Hear about the castle's siege and skirmishes its garrison have already fought and how the King's cause is faring in Yorkshire.
Brockholes Wedding Fair
Brockholes Nature Reserve Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston.Perfect for the couples looking for that something a little bit different for their big day, we have around 30 fabulous local businesses joining us too. You can't help but fall in love with this impressive floating wedding venue! Free entry.
High Jinx
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonA show jam packed with amazing tricks, grand illusions and crazy circus thrills, presented by Michael Jordan and the fantastic High Jinx dancers. Adult £12, family £45.
Twilight Walk from Trawden
Trawden Community CentreEach walk is led by a volunteer who has been trained by Pendle Leisure Trust. Suitable clothing and footwear should be worn for all walks. Meet opposite The Trawden Arms at 6.30pm. Free. Contact Jennifer Little 07732 913617 for further details.
GUIDED WALK FROM FOULRIDGE
Four Elephants Restaurant Foulridge, ColneEach walk is led by a volunteer who has been trained by Pendle Leisure Trust. Suitable clothing and footwear should be worn for all walks. Free. Contact Ian Lowcock for further details. Tel: 07956 516177.
Guided Walk form Colne Library
Colne LibraryEach walk is led by a volunteer who has been trained by Pendle Leisure Trust. Suitable clothing and footwear should be worn for all walks. 2pm from Colne library. Free. For further details contact Jennifer Little 07732 913617.
Castleford Roman Festival
Castleford Town Centre CastlefordCome along on Sat 1st June to celebrate Castleford’s Roman heritage during a family fun day. Explore a roman-themed market with demonstrations, family activities, street food, roman trails, photo opportunities and plenty of street entertainment. Free.
Kelbrook Fell Race
Kelbrook & Sough Village Hall Dotcliffe Road, KelbrookKelbrook fell race is on the 1st June and this is the 5th race in the Pendle and Burnley Grand Prix Series. The race starts at 10:30 am and the entry fee is £6.00. It is a mixture of road, trail and fell. It is 5.5km / 3.4 miles long, with 213m / 699 ft of ascent. Refreshments available in village hall 10am - 12pm.
Chorley Food and Drink Festival
Chorley Town Centre ChorleyYour favourite food festival with a twist, visitors can enjoy local and independent food traders and see heritage-style entertainment!
A Weekend to Remember
Astley Hall Park Road, Chorley'A Weekend to Remember' will allow visitors to go back through time and celebrate life in Chorley through the decades and to celebrate the much-loved Astley Hall on its 100th anniversary! Community parade and activities for all to enjoy at Astley Hall and Park.
Mini Beasties Hunt and Mini Bug Crafts at Clitheroe Castle
Clitheroe Castle & Museum Castle Hill, ClitheroeIt's June and it will soon be National Insect Week. Insects are amazing creatures and this month Clitheroe Castle are celebrating by hiding marvellous mini bugs around the museum. You can also join in with the mini beast crafts too. Museum admissions apply. All children go free.
Literary Trail
Gawthorpe Hall Burnley Road, PadihamIt's literary month at Gawthorpe Hall - from Charlotte Bronte to Edward Lear more writers than you might realise were friends with the Kay-Shuttleworth family. Pick up a trail sheet in the Entrance Hall and look out for the books hidden in the rooms to find out more. Open daily.
SKIPTON CAR SHOW
High Street, Skipton SkiptonThe high street will once again be closed and filled with over 200 show vehicles, ranging from supercars to american cars, to vintage and classics, both old and “new”.
LITTLE STEPS SESSION
Colne LibraryCome along to this regular family session aimed at children aged 2 to 5. It's all about chatting, playing, reading and learning. First Mon of every month, 11.30am - 12pm. Free.
Family and Local history Session
Colne LibraryIf you're searching for your ancestors and need a little help or advice, there are volunteers available in the library to answer your questions, help you with your family history research and show you family history resources available that we've paid for so you don't have to. Every Wednesday 10am - 12pm. Free.
LINE DANCING
Linden Road Community Centre Linden Road, EarbyCome along for Line Dancing every Thursday for some gentle exercise, dancing, and great company. 10.30am to 11.30am. Donation of £3.
Lancashire Infantry Museum D-Day model exhibition.
Lancashire Infantry Museum, Watling Street Road, Fulwood, PrestonAlong with the museum permanent exhibits we are hosting a model exhibition which tells the story of D-Day from April to September 1944. Adult £6, under 11yr free, 11yr - 16yr £4, family £18.
THE FORBIDDEN CORNER
The Forbidden Corner Tupgill Park Estate, Middleham, LeyburnA unique labyrinth of tunnels, chamber follies and surprises, created in a 4 acre walled garden in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. A day out with a difference that will challenge and delight children of all ages. Booking essential. See website for dates & times.
Club Origami
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery Haslington Road, RossendaleShall we see what we can make with a single square of paper? As you scrunch the paper, see how your imagination begins to dance... Dance, fashion and live music meet the magic of origami to sweep us up on a spirited and inspiring adventure in a land made purely of paper and play. Recommended ages 0-5yrs. 11am & 1pm.
Mountain Bike Challenge
Towneley Park BurnleyPendle Panthers & Cycle Sport Pendle are proud to present the Mountain Bike Challenge in aid of Pendleside Hospice. Join one of a series of mountain bike routes, tackling the bridleways in and around Pendle, taking in some beautiful villages and scenery. 9am start from Townley Park.
COLNE’S GOT TALENT
The Union Night Club ColneThe stage is waiting for you - singing, dancing, instrumentalist, magicians, acrobatics and more. Five winners will go to the open air stage at The Holthouse on the 15th June. Contact Neil Butterworth 07747843186.
MONSTER TRUCKS – FATHER’S DAY
Thornton Hall Country Park Thornton in Craven, BarnoldswickJoin us for a monster family day out as the Monster Trucks join us at Thornton Hall Country Park for some spectacular, thrill-crushing live shows. The Monster Trucks will perform a morning and afternoon stunt show which includes lots of crushing of cars, amazing stunts, and crowd participation. All ticket includes full-day farm entry. Various prices.
Tournee
Skipton Castle Skipton14th Century Castle Life - Tournee recreates life as it may have been in Skipton during the 14th Century. Adults: £12, children £8, under 5s free, over 65s £11.
Clive Myrie – Everything is Everything
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonJoin award-winning British journalist, news anchor and presenter Clive Myrie talking about his honest and engrossing memoir, Everything is Everything.
Swing & Rat Pack Afternoon Tea
Park Hill Barn Pendle Heritage Centre, Park Hill, BarrowfordFather's Day Special with Josh Hindle at Park Hill Barn Barrowford. Get ready for an afternoon filled with timeless tunes and delectable delights! The doors swing open at 1.30 pm, setting the stage for an unforgettable experience.
TEACH REX LIVE: Velociraptors
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonTeach Rex uses life-like dinosaurs to perform their show, teaching children about the anatomy and life of one the most mesmerizing creatures that have ever roamed our planet. 11am, 1.30pm & 4pm. Adult £12, children £10, family £38.
Curators Talk – The Whitehead Family
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery Haslington Road, RossendaleIn this talk, led by our Curator and Whitaker volunteers, you will learn more about the collections The Whitaker holds about the Whitehead family. Exploring these collections, you will look at the history of the Whiteheads, their textile business and its role in the development of Rawtenstall. This one is for those with an interest in local history!
THE OLD OAK
Ilkley Playhouse Weston Road, IlkleyIt's not where you are from, it's what you bring. Amnesty Wharfedale is delighted to be screening the 2023 Ken Loach film The Old Oak as part of National Refugee Week. £10, students £6.
Kate Fox – Where there’s Muck there’s Bras
Wave Of Nostalgia 74 Main Street, HaworthEnjoy an evening with comedian and author Kate Fox as she reads from, signs and discusses her book Where there’s muck there’s Bras, an entertaining and eye-opening journey through the lives of these extraordinary Northern women whose lives and achievements have too long been hidden.
Megan McCubbin – Stopping Extinction
King George’s Hall Northgate, BlackburnAround the world there are scientists, rangers and indigenous communities fighting to protect wildlife and their habitats. In this show, we will hear to stories from the front line of conservation and find out what it takes to pull a species back from the brink, from parrot sperm helmets to embryo freezing and everything in between!
Bradford Literature Festival
Bradford City Centre Various venues, BradfordBradford Literature Festival is regarded as one of the most inspiring festivals in the United Kingdom. Over 300 events take place in historic venues over the course of ten days, celebrating the written and spoken word in all of its glorious forms.
Festival of Culture 2024
Various Venues in Nelson NelsonA major annual event celebrating art and culture. A family fun-day which will celebrate people, environment and culture through music, arts and crafts, food stalls, fun fair rides, community conversations and much more.
The Pendle Peace Walk
Colne & NelsonThe Pendle Peace Walk brings people together from different towns, faiths, cultures and social status to walk together in a show of solidarity and unity as citizens of Pendle. This involves two groups of people from our Pendle community who will follow routes along main roads and scenic countryside paths. One group setting off from Colne Town Centre and the second group from a central base in Brierfield. Both Peace Walk groups will converge at the Nelson Shuttle marking the beginning of the Festival of Culture.