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UK City of Culture 2025
Various venues BradfordBradford district’s year of culture is set to deliver more than 1,000 new performances and events including 365 artist commissions, a series of major arts festivals and major national and international collaborations. Visit the website for further details.
ENGINEERY EXHIBITION
Leeds Industrial Museum Armley Mills, Canal Rd, LeedsOn the 300th anniversary of John Smeaton, dubbed the Father of Civil Engineering, our new exhibition celebrates civil engineering in its many forms! Uncover unique objects that were central to Smeaton’s journey and an accompanying exhibition by our Young Smeatonians group which poses challenging questions about the subject. The exhibition is on until 28th Sept 2025.
From Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthThe Brontës’ enduring popularity is largely explained by the power and originality of the stories they created, but the story of the Brontës’ own lives is as compelling as their fictions. The family’s home at Haworth Parsonage, and the moorland surrounding it, were a profound influence on the Brontës, and became part of the irresistible draw of Haworth for visitors from all over the world.
THE BLACKPOOL TOWER CIRCUS
Blackpool Tower Circus BlackpoolExperience stunts, comedy, and legendary clowns Mooky and Mr Boo at this historic circus.
Axe-Throwing
The Axe Imperium The Fun House, ColneAxes to Ashes is coming to The Fun House, Colne. Inject some spontaneity, some excitement, some togetherness! Reconnect with your partner, your children, your friends. Do something that makes you feel alive. Release that inner Viking Lose your pent-up frustration It's therapy. It's fun. It's addictive. Axes to Ashes isn't an ordinary axe throwing venue with very limited equipment; it has Tomahawks, Angel Axes, Throwing Knives and its very own Axes to Ashes Dragon Axe®. Plus there is an Axelings™ Range which is suitable for children and those with physical impairments which may limit their ability to throw regular projectiles. Various times and prices.
Life Goes On – Exhibition
Salts Mill Saltaire, ShipleyAn exhibition featuring Ian Beesley, a celebrated Bradford-born photographer. Known for his powerful images of Northern England, Beesley will showcase a collection of previously unseen works from his extensive archive. Wed - Sun 10am - 5pm. Free.
An Account of Life: Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s
An exhibition bringing the household of Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s to life, through the original account books of the Shuttleworth Family. Various opening times.
Trial By Jury
Bradford Police Museum, City Hall, Centenary Square,, BradfordExperience the drama and intrigue of a Victorian-era courtroom like never before! Join us for an immersive reenactment where you become part of the story. First Saturday of each month. £15/£20.
Saltaire Farmers Market
Roberts Park Higher Coach Road, SaltaireThe Saltaire Farmers Market takes place on the second Sunday of every month It offers a wide variety of products from local and independent traders, including hot food and drinks, baked goods, cheese, cakes, pies, , brownies, chocolates, charcuterie, fish, fruits, vegetables, jewellery, candles, clothes, gifts, and treats.
Monthly Classic Car Rally at Heskin Hall
Heskin Hall Wood Lane, ChorleyMonthly classic vehicle (all types welcome) rally on a Sunday. Prize for winner. £3.00 to enter. Free for those visiting to look around.Cafe at the Manor & bar are open! See website for dates.
Bradford Literature Festival
Bradford City Centre Various venues, BradfordBradford Literature Festival is an annual festival and year-round cultural outreach programme. Encompassing the best of literature, music, theatre, cultural discussions, lectures and family events. Over 500 events take place in historic venues over the course of ten days celebrating the written and spoken word in all of its glorious forms.
5 Mistakes that Changed History
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxWe all make mistakes, but rarely do they change the course of history. 5 Mistakes That Changed History is a hilarious historical storytelling show performed by historian and comedian, Paul Coulter, about five people and how their mistakes (big and small!) changed the world. £22.25 - £24.25.
National Festival of Making 2025
Blackburn Town Centre King William Street, BlackburnThe National Festival of Making is a free festival for all to enjoy, taking place in over 20 venues and public spaces across Blackburn town centre over one incredible weekend. Expect to find creative workshops and live street performances for all ages, remarkable exhibitions, talks, film screenings, delicious food from local artisan producers, makers markets, and much more.
The Great Yorkshire Show
Great Yorkshire Showground HarrogateThe Great Yorkshire Show is the country's leading agricultural event. Each year the Great Yorkshire Show attracts in excess of 125,000 visitors. A great day out for all the family. Adult £36.50, child £13,under 5s free, family £89.
Hot Ice Show XS
The Arena, Blackpool Pleasure Beach 525 Ocean Boulevard, BlackpoolThirty Olympic and world champion skaters join forces on the ice to create a show of passion, pace and nothing short of pure adrenaline. It’s nail-biting, hair-raising, awe-inspiring and tear-jerking. Various times.
Family Fun Day
Alkincoats Park. ColneHaving proven to be a huge success in previous years, the fun day will once again return in 2025 with an array of fun for all the family on offer. There will be something for everyone to enjoy with much of the entertainment being completely free of charge. In addition there will also be giant inflatables, food vendors, funfair rides plus a huge market.
“The Myths of Lytham”
Lytham Hall Ballam Rd,, Lytham St Annes,, LancashireAn A-Z creation about things people are unaware of from the past, by David Hoyle from Lytham Archives. Cash on the door £5 including refreshments.
STORY TOUR – Historical Women of Lancaster
Lancaster City Museum Market Square,, LancasterThis city centre tour by Eleanor Levin focuses on women's words and writing about women, including a nurse writing postcards home from WW1 France, an upcycling artist, a loom-breaking luddite, an anti-slavery campaigner, a child much discussed but little understood, a nun, a duke, and a poet. £10, child £2.50.
The Railway Children
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthThe show begins when you board a steam train at Keighley and then travel the full length of this historic railway. When you reach the end of the line at Oxenhope, you’ll find a purpose-built auditorium within the station’s Engine Shed - and a new version of the production, which tells the story of three children forced to move from London to Yorkshire after their father is falsely imprisoned. 1pm & 6.3opm. From £15.
The Craft House – Talk
Gawthorpe Hall Burnley Road, PadihamThis talk by the curator of Gawthorpe Textiles Collection tells the fascinating story of Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth, who grew up at Gawthorpe Hall and had a passion for textiles and craft.
Royal Lancashire Agricultural Show 2025
Salesbury Hall Salesbury Hall Road, RibchesterThe Royal Lancashire Show is held annually at Salesbury Hall, Ribchester. The show is a popular family event with attractions like show jumping, livestock displays, giant tortoises, bee keeping, vintage tractors, military village, children’s funfair and much more. Various prices.
BUCKINGHAM’S RETINUE
Skipton Castle SkiptonLord and Lady Clifford are hosting a weekend of events that will showcase the life and times of late medieval life. Members of the castle household will take part in friendly competition throughout the weekend, with archery contests and combat displays - make sure to cheer for your chosen champion!
Living History Weekend
Samlesbury Hall Preston New Road, PrestonCome and see what life was like in the 1500's! Samlesbury Hall have the fabulous Sir John Saville's household reenactors over 2 days! Indoor displays, outside combats,Guns & archery, Authentic camp and1500's food display.
Wild West Trail
Happa Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, BurnleyThe horses have gone wild on the ranch! Grab your boots and chaps, saddle up and help keep our horses happy and healthy on this interactive themed trail.
Dragon Boat Festival
Roberts Park Higher Coach Road, SaltaireThe event promises to be a fun filled family festival with dragon boat racing on the river and landside attractions for all to enjoy including children’s entertainment, charity stalls, catering stands, landside games, bar, live acts and much, much more. Great family day out.
Colne Grand Prix
Colne Town Centre ColneThe race is part of the British Cycling Elite National Circuit Series and utilises a closed-road 800m circuit around Colne's one-way system, making for a fast and exhilarating spectacle. As a round of the National Elite Series, the top riders in the country come to Colne to take part in this prestigious event.
GARSTANG SHORT WALK
Garstang PrestonJoin Wyre Coast & Countryside Service volunteer walk leaders for a relaxed walk along the footpaths and tracks of Garstang’s countryside and historic Market Town.
FESTIVAL OF FUN
Thornton Hall Country Park Thornton in Craven, BarnoldswickSet sail on a swashbuckling quest with the legendary Pirates of Swashbuckle Bay, then step into a land where fairytales come to life and princesses await!
CHOCOLATE ROCKS
National Coal Mining Museum New Road, WakefieldExplore the three main rock types, igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic, through hands-on classification. Then model the rock cycle with a fun, edible chocolate experiment!
SeekOut Arts & Music Festival
Gisburn Forest Stephen Park, Ribble ValleyLocated in the breathtaking woodland setting of Gisburn Forest, this one-of-a-kind micro festival offers high quality live music, DJ’s, interactive art, theatre, well-being activities and much more! Various prices. Doors open 1pm.
DIG & DISCOVER: FESTIVAL OF ARCHAEOLOGY
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonThe theme of this year’s festival is Archaeology and wellbeing so come along and join us in our Castle Critters room for a range of archaeology-based family activities.
Chorley Flower Show 2025
Astley Park Chorley, LancashireDon't miss a blooming marvellous day out at Chorley Flower Show, as it returns for its 10th anniversary. Set to captivate families, flower enthusiasts and gardening fanatics, there's plenty to enjoy for everyone, including your canine companions, at Chorley Flower Show.
Cirque: The Greatest Show – Reimagined
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxGet ready for a dazzling fusion of musical theatre and jaw-dropping circus acts, taking the original Circus meets Musical Theatre spectacle to thrilling new heights. 3pm & 7pm.
Own a Pony Day
Happa Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, BurnleyA special experience for children aged 6–16 to learn the ins and outs of pony care and build a bond with one of our residents.
COLNE FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL
Town Centre ColneColne save the date!! Saturday 26th July is the 2025 Colne Food And Drink Festival. Get ready to eat, drink and be merrily entertained…
Ministry of Science Live – Science Saved the World
The Muni Theatre ColneJoin our presenters as they dive deep into the world of science and look at how science shapes the modern world we live in with a few loud bangs along the way! Adult £18.50, child £17.50, family £62.
MIGHTY MACHINES
National Coal Mining Museum New Road, WakefieldUncover the power of hydraulics and pneumatics in coal mining, then bring engineering to life by building your pneumatic-powered machine!
YORKSHIRE DAY 2025
Yorkshire City CentreEvery year on the first weekend of August, York City Centre buzzes with the spirit of Yorkshire as we celebrate Yorkshire Day! This grand event takes place right in the heart of the city, bringin' together York folk and visitors for a series of excitin' activities and events.
YORKSHIRE DAY CELEBRATION – SKIPTON
Skipton Town CentreCelebrate the magnificence of God’s Own County!
Hidden Hoards and Fascinating Finds
Clitheroe Castle Castle Hill, ClitheroeExplore this fantastic new exhibition showcasing some of Lancashire's best archaeological finds. With objects spanning thousands of years this exhibition delves back through Lancashire's history, exploring the stories surrounding these objects and how they came to be buried in the ground. Entry included with museum admission.
Enchanted Summer
Clitheroe Castle & Museum Castle Hill, ClitheroeVisit Clitheroe Castle museum this August and enjoy our enchanted summer activities. Join the enchanted trails competition and search the museum galleries for the hidden knights and princesses. Find them all and you could be a winner of a fabulous goody bag. Free with museum admission. Why not create a feathered fortress, or other knightly craft, whilst you're here? Choose from a number of themed crafts and get creative making your own souvenir to take home and enjoy. Prices start at £1, museum admission does not apply. Daily drop in events, no need to book. Find out more and plan your visit at http://tiny.cc/EventsAtClitheroeCastle
Day Out with Thomas at East Lancashire Railway
East Lancashire Railway 23a Bolton St, BuryTake a trip on Sodor’s number one tank engine and meet Sir Topham Hatt on this spectacular day out with Thomas. It’s all aboard the famous blue steam train for a magical ride on Thomas the Tank Engine. Adult £24.97, child £14.85.
FOREST FAMILY FUN
Harwes Farm Foulridge, ColneForest Family Fun will be led by qualified Forest School practitioners and will flow along a Forest School approach. This event is for families, children are 0-18 years and grown-ups get a chance to play out for free too!
BRONTËS, BIRDS AND BUTTERFLIES: A FAMILY DAY AT THE PARSONAGE
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthTake over the beautiful meadow behind the Brontë Parsonage Museum for a day of fun, free activities for all ages. Come along for storytelling, writing workshops, street theatre, a meadow trail and hands-on activities. Feel free to bring a picnic to enjoy in Parson’s Field!
Steak Night at The HAPPA Café
Happa Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, BurnleyA delicious evening out for grown-ups! Enjoy a relaxing night in the HAPPA Café with your choice of locally sourced steaks, a full menu of sides, sauces and desserts, and the option to bring your own bottle. Pre-booking essential — more details at happa.org.uk.
1635 HOUSEHOLD
Skipton Castle SkiptonJourney back to the 17th Century and see a glimpse of Skipton Castle's household life.
Woof Shack
Happa Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, BurnleyOn the first Sunday of every month there is a monthly dog socialisation group – Woof Shack! Enjoy group walks around one of the local dog-friendly routes at HAPPA, games, specialist talks, advice and much more!
MOORS FOR THE FUTURE: BOGTASTIC VAN
East Riddlesden Hall Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.Join the team from Moors for the Future Partnership as they bring the Bogtastic van to East Riddlesden Hall. Experience this ‘bog in a van’, with its interactive displays, gully blocking model and bouncy bog floor!
Pony Grooming Sessions
Happa Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, BurnleyHave you ever wanted to groom a horse or pony? Now is your chance at HAPPA. These sessions allow visitors to groom one of HAPPA’s gentle horses under staff supervision. Suitable for ages 4+.
Castle Craft – Creative Fun Every Wednesday!
Clitheroe Castle & Museum Castle Hill, ClitheroeLooking for something magical to do with the kids this summer? Join us at Clitheroe Castle Museum for Castle Crafts, bookable children's craft sessions running every Wednesday in August! Get hands-on with themed activities inspired by knights, princesses, and medieval life. Perfect for kids of all ages. Unleash your child’s creativity in a wonderful historic setting! Booking essential – spaces are limited! Find out more and secure your place at http://tiny.cc/EventsAtClitheroeCastle Every Wednesday from 11:30am.