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Afternoon Tea with Kitty LaMare

Bingley Arts Centre Main Street, Bingley

A delicious afternoon tea, served with large dollops of good music and a plateful of friendship.

£9

Day out with Thomas

East Lancashire Railway 23a Bolton St, Bury

Take 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 at the ELR.

FREE HISTORY TOURS

Samlesbury Hall Preston New Road, Preston

Hear the fascinating tales of Samlesbury Hall and beyond with local historian John Spencer-Barnes. 11am & 2pm. Free.

The Forbidden Corner

The Forbidden Corner Tupgill Park Estate, Middleham, Leyburn

The Forbidden Corner is a unique labyrinth of tunnels, chambers, follies and surprises created within a four acre garden in the heart of Tupgill Park and the Yorkshire Dales. A tourist visitor attraction unlike anywhere that you have been before, ideal for the adventurers and those young at heart! Adult £16.50, child £14.40. Pre-booking required.

Leather Workshop – Hand Sewn Slippers

The Craft House 109 - 111 Main Street, Bingley

A day workshop with Catherine Edwards, Leather Designer /Maker, learning to make a simple but beautiful pair of handsewn suede and felt slippers at the Craft House.  Price includes all materials and equiptment usage          

£120

Armouries Interest Group

Royal Armouries Museum Armouries Drive,, Leeds

If you have a special interest in arms and armour, why not consider joining a group of like-minded people to take part in discussion and enjoy talks about the collection.  First Wed of each month. Free.

YORKSHIRE DALES CHEESE FESTIVAL

YORKSHIRE DALES CHEESE FESTIVAL Leyburn

The Festival celebrates the incredible produce of the Dales - cheese very much included! - with local businesses throughout the National Park hosting their own special events, menus and tastings to mark the occasion.

Keighley Arts and Film Festival

Old Sunwin House Hanover Street, Keighley

This year we celebrate Keighley’s past, present and future working with all our partners to deliver a fun and quirky festival experience for everyone to enjoy. The majority of events are free or low cost, so why not try something new or return to an old favourite.          

Starlight Hike

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

A fantastic night for all the family, you are walking under the stars and remembering loved ones. With a 10k route through the surrounding villages of the Worth Valley, entertainment and featuring the incredible Starlight Express train ride, this will be a truly special and memorable night. Charity event for Sue Ryder. sueryder.org.

THUNDER DAY

Yorkshire Air Museum Halifax Way, Elvington, York

Static engine runs of: Victor, Nimrod, Navy Buccaneer, Jet Provost, Dakota, SE5a, Kitten, Devon. (subject to aircraft serviceability). Adult £20, child £10, Care/under 4s free.        

Steaming Day at Bancroft Mill Engine Museum

Bancroft Mill Engine Museum Gillians Lane, Barnoldswick

See the engines and looms in operation, plus guided tours of the museum. The engine starts at 1pm. Adult £6, concs £5, children 6 - 14yrs £3, under 6s free, family £15.        

Cuthbert the Bad and the Lancashire Witches

Gawthorpe Hall Burnley Road, Padiham

Why was there a spectacular witchcraft trial in Lancashire in 1612? This question has never been properly answered, until now in this talk based on original research by Dr Colin Penny. Included in admission to the hall (£6 adult, £4 concs)

Sir Ranulph Fiennes

St. George's Hall Bradford

Sir Ranulph Fiennes - Mad, Bad and Dangerous To Know. Live on stage, Sir Ranulph will share stories from his legendary exploits and adventures, telling untold tales of the world’s most extraordinary feats of daring and exploration.

£34.50

Light Night Leeds – Arts & Light Festival

Royal Armouries Museum Armouries Drive,, Leeds

Light Night Leeds invites people to see the city in a new light and discover free arts events across the city centre. From large-scale light projections and interactive installations, to music, dance and street performances, there is always something for everyone. Free.

BEER & MUSIC FESTIVAL 2023

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

Over the weekend, the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway is transformed into a 5-mile-long Beer & Music Festival. Our Event Weekend Rover allows unlimited travel on all trains and entry to Festival sites. Various prices.  

North West Bird Watching Festival 2023

WWT Martin Mere Fish Lane, Burscough, Nr Ormskirk

From guest speakers and exhibitors to photography workshops and guided reserve walks, there’s a whole range of activities for you to enjoy for a full day out from dawn till dusk. Adult £16.95, child £11, family £47.50.          

Martyn Ashton – Bike Party

Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds

One of the biggest personalities in mountain biking, former World Champion Mountain Bike Trials Rider, GMBN’s Martyn Ashton. Despite a life-changing back-break in 2013, Martyn has continued to explore what’s possible on a bike! In Bike Party, Martyn will take audiences through an entertaining look at his life on bikes. £17.50 - £20.50.

Lightpool Festival 2023

Various Town Centre Locations Blackpool

The award-winning Lightpool Festival returns for nine nights from October 20-28 with a spectacular programme of light-based art installations (some of them international premieres), live performances, 3D projection shows and family-friendly activities. Brace yourself for a visual extravaganza featuring electrifying world and UK premieres. Don't miss this chance to step into a world where imagination meets illumination! Free.          

Novelty Dog Show

Happa Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, Burnley

The novelty dog show will crown the most handsome dog, waggiest tail and many other coveted titles, including cutest puppy. Prizes and rosettes will be awarded for places, and you could be in with a chance to win the doggy products hamper in the championship. All funds raised on the day will help Happa.        

£4

Megaslam 2023 Live Tour

Pendle Hippodrome Theatre New Market Street, Colne

Megaslam Wrestling presents Megaslam 2023 Live Tour. A two hour family entertainment spectactular. £6.13 – £40.

Crafternoon

Horse + Bamboo Waterfoot, Rossendale

Our crafternoon are always a big hit with the families. We have a ‘Fairytale’ themed Crafternoon this October half term. No need to book just drop in.

Halloween Ghost Trains

East Lancashire Railway 23a Bolton St, Bury

Creeps, candy and costumes! Are you brave enough to board the “spooky” steam train? Join us at ELR this year for family Halloween fun aboard the “scream train” and help the Monster Squad keep order and vanquish the ghouliees! All Halloween Ghost Trains start and end at Bury Bolton Street Station. £15 - £22. Booking essential.

Eamonn Holmes -My Story So Far!

Huddersfield Town Hall Huddersfield

Come along and listen to Eamonn being interviewed about his life and career. Hear all about the rich and famous he himself has interviewed. A night that is both thought provoking and laugh out loud funny!

£25

Spooky Streets

Abbey House Museum Abbey Walk, Kirkstall, Leeds

Experience our Victorian Streets spookily decorated for Halloween and find the creepy creatures with a terrifying family trail! Tues -  Fri & Sun 10am - 5pm, Sat 12pm  - 5pm.

Halloween

Mother Shipton’s Cave Prophecy Lodge, High Bridge, Knaresborough

Come one, come all for a freakishly fun Halloween experience at Mother Shipton's Creepy Carnival trail! Step right up and prepare to be thrilled and amazed by hauntingly captivating displays and spine-tingling surprises. Various ticket options.

Fox Willow Weaving Workshop

Harewood House Harewood, Leeds

Join Leilah Vyner from Dragon Willow to learn how to create a beautiful, life sized Fox. During this one day workshop, Leilah will guide you through the art of creating sculpture from willow.  All materials and lunch included.

£85

Pirates and highwaymen

Royal Armouries Museum Armouries Drive,, Leeds

Come and hear some great adventure stories and enjoy lots of live combats, plus loads of fun activities to keep the kids out of mischief. And there’ll be no daylight robbery as admission to the museum is free.

Shakespeare’s First Folio: Craven’s National Treasure

Skipton Town Hall High Street, Skipton

Have you ever wondered how Shakespeare’s First Folio came to Craven? Join us at the museum for a short talk on why this book is so important, and how it became part of the Craven Museum collection. We’ll also be launching ‘Rewriting the missing comedies’, where you can help us fill our Folios’ blanks! 11am & 2pm. Free.

Half Term Art Club

Skipton Town Hall High Street, Skipton

The Art Club is designed for 10-18 year olds who love to create and express themselves through art. Each week we explore different techniques and mediums to help you develop your skills and unleash your creativity. Join us for a fun-filled Art Club  every Mon during school holidays! 10am & 2pm.

£7.50

DANCE FITNESS AND FUN

Trawden Community Centre

A one hour Dance/Exercise Class using movement to music. Come and join in the fun and dance your way to Fitness. The class is suitable for the over 50s and is a great way of meeting new people and making friends. No need to book just come along. Mondays 11.30am – 12.30pm. Tel: 07879886612.

£5

Pumpkin Trail At Edgeside Park

EDGESIDE PARK Waterfoot, Rossendale

Bring down your carved pumpkins to Edgeside Park and create a community Pumpkin Trail the day after Halloween! Add your incredible pumpkins to the trail and enjoy this magical, torchlit experience as you wander through the pumpkins on display!

Tree Felling With Hand Saws

Denso Marston Nature Reserve Otley Road, Charlestown, Shipley

On this day workshop we will be looking at the techniques on how to fell small trees using handsaws. We will also look at the reasons for felling, habitat management, and how wildlife can be encouraged by the felling of trees. Free but booki9ng is essential. For further details tel Steve 07572 771549.

Steve Backshall – Ocean

St. George's Hall Bradford

Steve Backshall’s Ocean is a love letter to the most exciting environment on our planet – and a great way to learn more about what we need to do to save our seas. A must-see for all the family!

£28.50

The Bubble Show

Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds

Join Mr. Bubbles with his extraordinary soap bubbles in all shapes and sizes! The Bubble Show is a unique blend of magic, storytelling, science and bubble art! £14.30, concs £13.20.

Parsonage Unwrapped: Charlotte and the Great Exhibition

Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, Haworth

The Great Exhibition of 1851, visited by Charlotte Bronte, was a spectacular coming together of the most incredible minds in the country. Join us for this special Parsonage Unwrapped session to discover more about what The Great Exhibition had to offer, and the potential influence this had on Charlotte. Complimentary drinks at 6.30pm.

£27.50

Gruffalo Family Fun Day

East Lancashire Railway 23a Bolton St, Bury

Meet the Gruffalo at intervals on each day at Bury Transport Museum. There will also be a host of other family fun activities including fun fair rides, face painters, craft activities and more. Ticket Price includes a ride on any train services on the day of your visit – no need to book separately, just pick a time that suits you on the day. Adult £16, child £15, under 2s free.

Yorkshire Health & Wellbeing Festival

Victoria Hall, Keighley Keighley

Explore complementary health practitioners and stalls, many offering taster sessions and delightful samples available for purchase on the day. Entry includes all the talks and workshops.  £3 online each or 6 for £12 or £5 on the door.

Make a Mini Rocket

Gawthorpe Hall Burnley Road, Padiham

Crafts in the nursery for bonfire night. Come and have a go at making your own mini rocket model to blast off Bonfire Night. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Included in admission to the Hall (£6 adult, £4 concession, children under 16 free).

Fish & Chips Blackpool Heritage Tram Tour

Heritage Tram Tours, North Pier & Tower Heritage Tram Stop, Blackpool

Our 75-minute tour provides award-winning Fish & Chips from a traditional local chippy – Papas Fish & Chips – all onboard one of our Heritage Trams. This is one of the most unique ways to experience Blackpool as it combines the best sights, smells and tastes of our seaside town! Adult £12, child £7.

Antiques, Vintage & Collectibles Fair

The Clarke Foley Centre, Cunliffe Road Cunliffe Rd, Ilkley

24 stalls selling a great variety of antiques, vintage and collectibles plus a cafe with delicious refreshments.

£1

Fashion Show

Bingley Arts Centre Main Street, Bingley

High Street clothing at affordable prices. Watch the runway models, get the look, drink the wine! Free glass of wine or soft drink upon entry.

Guided Walk – Lower Laithe

Parish Church Church Street, Haworth

Meet Daphne Allen at 10.30am on the steps of Haworth Parish Church for a varied circular walk with several stiles and a short climb up to Stanbury returning via the Duchy of Lumb Foot. 5 miles. Please bring a packed lunch.

Festive Wreath Workshop

The Croft House 109-111 Main Street,, Bingley

Join talented local florist Julia for a hugely enjoyable festive wreath making session in which she will help you create a unique wreath to display and enjoy this Christmas.        

£45

Artisan Winter Market

Harewood House Harewood, Leeds

For five days only, over 100 local makers, crafters and producers will fill Harewood’s North Park Walk for this special Artisan Winter Market. Tickets include entrance to the Artisan Winter Market and the grounds and gardens. Pre-booked £5, on the day £7 .50.

Steve Backshall – Ocean

King George’s Hall Northgate, Blackburn

Steve Backshall’s Ocean is a love letter to the most exciting environment on our planet – and a great way to learn more about what we need to do to save our seas. £21 - £28.

Bury Beer Festival 2023

The Met Market Street, Bury

Derby Hall will be taken over for two days of drinking and discussing brilliant beers from Bury’s local breweries. There’ll be brewery bars with a range of cask and keg creations from across the area, plus a cider bar, and a gin bar.  There’ll also be entertainment, music, food.

£8

Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out

St. George's Hall Bradford

Join Peppa, along with her family and friends as they go to the zoo and also the beach for a special party- it’s going to be an exciting and fun packed day. Various times. £18 - £21.

Myths, Monsters & Legends

Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, Halifax

For a small northern town,  Halifax has a surprising wealth of notorious, dastardly, infamous and outright famous people in its chequered past. Come on an immersive tour and meet some of our towns historic celebrities. Talks and tours operating from 12pm until late.