THE FORBIDDEN CORNER
2024-06-08 - 2024-09-30 | The Forbidden Corner, Tupgill Park Estate, Middleham, Leyburn
A 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.

Within Nature - East And West
2024-07-10 - 2024-12-01 | Cliffe Castle Museum, Spring Gardens Lane, Keighley
Three artists, two from South Korea and one from England met at Camberwell School of Art in 1990 and became friends. They promised each other that one day they would hold an exhibition together. The years pass and now in 2024, Bradford District Museums and Galleries are hosting their exhibition ‘Within Nature – East and West’. Closed Mon.

THE NATIONAL COAL MINING MUSEUM FOR ENGLAND
2024-07-24 09:45 - 2024-09-29 16:00 (Europe/London) | National Coal Mining Museum, New Road, Wakefield
A great day out and a unique opportunity to travel 140 metres underground down one of Britain’s oldest mines, it offers an unusual combination of exciting experiences, providing a genuine insight into the hard working lives of miners through the ages. Open Wed – Sun. Free, donations welcome.

David Hockney: A Year In Normandie
2024-08-01 11:00 - 2024-11-03 16:00 | Salts Mill, Saltaire, Shipley
One of David Hockney’s latest works is now being exhibited in the historic Salt’s Mill on a specially designed display which connects over 200 interlinking works from the Bradford-born artist. Open Wed – Sun. Free.

POETRY & LITERATURE COURSE
2024-09-05 10:30 - 2024-11-28 12:00 | Ilkley Playhouse, Weston Road, Ilkley
Poetry & Literature course returns on Thurs 5th Sept and will cover the following topics: Who’s Afraid of Marcel Proust? & Poetry of Place. Course Tutor: Robert Hemmings, PhD. £75 for ten sessions.

World Fireworks Championship Blackpool
2024-09-07 - 2024-10-05 | Tower Festival Headland, Promenade, Blackpool
The event will gather together the crème de la crème of the world’s firework elite and promises a mouth-watering series of shows with jaw-dropping entertainment for all the family. Heat 1 – 7th Sept 7pm – 9pm. Heat 2 – 21st Sept 7pm – 9pm. Heat 3 – 5th Oct. Free.

An Evening with Lord Ian Botham
2024-09-09 20:00 | The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate, Lancaster, LA1 1NL
Lord Ian Botham, the former England captain, was one of the most impactful all-rounders of his generation with 14 centuries and 383 wickets in a career that spanned over 15 years. Hosted by cricket legend Geoff Miller OBE.

Women's Lives in seventeenth-century England by Professor Cordelia Beattie
2024-09-12 13:00 - 14:30 | Gawthorpe Hall, Burnley Road, Padiham
As part of the exhibition – An Account of Life: Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s, Professor Cordelia Beattie of the University of Edinburgh will be giving a talk on Women’s Lives in Seventeenth-century England. £8 (includes entry to the Hall, booking essential)

Autumn Steam Gala
2024-09-13 - 2024-09-14 | East Lancashire Railway, 23a Bolton St, Bury
Another celebration of all things diesel powered, featuring iconic locomotives from this highly regarded home fleet. The event will see diesel services running an intensive passenger timetable throughout.

Harrogate Autumn Flower Show 2024
2024-09-13 09:30 - 2024-09-15 17:30 | Newby Hall, Ripon
This prestigious event takes place in the picturesque grounds of Newby Hall from the 13th – 15th of Sept. It showcases the finest in seasonal horticulture, featuring top-tier plant nurseries, a dazzling fruit and vegetable exhibition, live expert advice sessions, and a stunning array of over 5000 autumn blooms. Various prices.

Nelson Food & Drink Festival 2024
2024-09-14 10:00 - 16:00 | Nelson Shuttle, Scotland Road, Nelson
TikTok and Instagram star, Shabaz Ali also known as ‘Shabaz Says’, will headline the free-to-attend Nelson Food & Drink Festival. The event will feature over 30 food and drink stalls. Free.

Vintage and Performance Car Show
2024-09-14 11:00 - 16:00 | St James’s Street, Burnley
Get revved up for a fun day out that the whole family will enjoy! 2024’s event will feature an array of classic and retro vehicles lining up on St James’s St all the way down to Curzon St. Alongside the vehicles, visitors will be able to enjoy an exciting car themed trail & live music Free.

Heritage Open Day
2024-09-14 12:00 - 16:00 | Gawthorpe Hall, Burnley Road, Padiham
Come and explore the fabulous historic rooms of Gawthorpe Hall and discover the story of the Shuttleworths and their family home. Free as part of national Heritage Open Days.
