Shared Reading Group
Colne LibraryA new type of reading group for bite size readers. No books to borrow or buy and no reading to a deadline. Make 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. Meet every Wed.
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 artefacts related to transport history. There is something for all ages at this unique motor museum. Open Tues - Sun. 10am - 4.30pm. Adult £8, child £4, family £18.
FARMERS’ MARKET
Hoghton Tower Hoghton, PrestonHoghton Tower Farmers’ Market is a monthly celebration of Lancastrian fresh food and crafts; a wonderful way to pass Sunday mornings with your family and support local farmers, producers, crafters and artists. 15th Jan & 19th Feb. 10am - 2pm.
David O’Doherty: whoa is me
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsHere he comes again, trotting on to the stage with all of the misplaced confidence of a waiter with no pad. There’ll be lots of talking, some apologising and some songs on a glued together plastic keyboard from 1986
Once Upon A Pantomime!
Cliffe Castle Museum Spring Gardens Lane, KeighleyOnce Upon a Pantomime – Cliffe Castle’s newest display in our upstairs Costume Gallery features character from Pantomimes past. Tues - Fri 10am - 4pm, Sat & Sun 11am - 4pm , closed Mon.
Stephen Hawking At Work
The National Science and Media Museum Pictureville, BradfordStephen Hawking at Work will give an insight into the working life of the world-renowned theoretical physicist. Come and marvel at the extraordinary contents of Hawking’s office, which was acquired for the nation by the Science Museum Group in May 2021. Highlights of the display will include a rare copy of Hawking’s PhD thesis, his spectacles, which were specially adapted to aid communication, and even an invitation to the time travellers' party Hawking hosted.
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. 10am – 4pm. Last Admissions: 3pm. We are closed on Wed until Mar 1st. Adult £12, child £5, under 5s free, family £30.
The Brontës And The Wild
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthOur 2023 exhibition, The Brontës and the Wild, considers how landscape, weather and the natural world play an important role in the lives and work of the Brontës.
Real Food Ilkley Market
The Grove IlkleyReal Food Ilkley offers produce from fresh bread, cakes and gluten free bakes to curry sauces, cheeses, condiments and crepes. Stalls also include organic meat and veg, brownies, truffles and herbs from local producers and independent retailers. First Sun of every month.
Northern Ballet’s The Great Gatsby
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsNorthern Ballet’s sell-out sensation is back – get ready for the most glamorous party in town. Bursting with passion, style and drama, don’t miss this blockbuster ballet. 7.30pm. Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £21 - £65.
THE REVLON GIRL
Ilkley Playhouse Weston Road, IlkleyGrief, Hope, Guilt and Make up. Four women struggle to move on after the Aberfan disaster of 1966. They meet every week to talk, cry and laugh without feeling guilty. 7.30pm., Sat mat 2.30pm. £5 - £13.
Ride Behind Flying Scotsman
East Lancashire Railway 23a Bolton St, BuryThis iconic, record-breaking steam engine is celebrating 100 years since she entered service and will be revisiting the ELR as part of a victory lap around the entire country. Visitors will be able to ride behind her as she travels the 16 mile return trip between Bury and Rawtenstall through the beautiful Irwell Valley. £23 - £36.
Lego Club
Barnoldswick Library Fern Lea Avenue, BarnoldswickCalling all master builders and Lego enthusiasts! Come and share your passion and amazing creations at our Lego Club. A club for children and young people. Just drop in. Every Saturday. Free.
WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION
Keighley Playhouse Devonshire Street, KeighleyCourtroom drama by Agatha Christie.
Steptoe and Son
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxA stage adaptation of Ray Galton and Alan Simpson’s hilarious BBC sitcom, which follows the inter-generational conflict of father and son. 7.30pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £6 - £12.
Northern Ballet’s The Great Gatsby: Over 55s Workshop
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsTaking place on stage, Northern Ballet’s workshops are suitable for those with dance experience or beginners with a secret desire to dance. Whatever your age or ability, ex-Premier dancer Pippa Moore MBE* will guide you through the session, leaving you feeling fresh, inspired and empowered!
MARTHA TILSON – Autumn Earth
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenWith a pure silken voice and lyrics that inspire and captivate, Martha Tilston has developed a successful musical career with a large and loyal following worldwide. “Redolent of early Kate Bush, soulful vocals that soar around, an understated masterpiece’” Acoustic Magazine.
Hinterlands – Skipton’s Film Festival
Plaza Cinema Skipton Sackville Street, SkiptonHinterlands, Skipton’s Film Festival, celebrates the richness and variety of rural film in the heart of the Lakes and Dales. Join us from 17-19 March 2023, for cinematic events that will make you reconsider the importance of the great outdoors in film. Events will take place at Plaza Cinema, Skipton, Town Hall, Skipton & The Narrow Boat Pub. Skipton.
Cilla & The Swinging 60s
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonStarring the unforgettable voice and previous West End Singer, Sandy Smith as Cilla, the show will take you on a rollercoaster journey through many of the greatest pop songs of the 60s including Cilla’s own chart toppers ‘Anyone Who Had A Heart’ “Alfie” and ‘You’re My World’.
Judy and Liza
The Dukes Moor Lane, LancasterThis dazzling production tells the turbulent tale of Hollywood’s biggest stars Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli against the backdrop of their infamous 1964 London Palladium concert. West End stars Emma Dears and Helen Sheals belt out their most famous hits with uncanny resemblance, bursting with elusive star quality.
Supreme Queen
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonSupreme Queen continue to take things to a whole different level, with their homage to one of the planet's greatest ever rock bands. Simply, a stage show designed to provide the most memorable of evenings for Queen's millions of fans worldwide.
THE CLONE ROSES & THE SMITHS LTD
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, Burnley‘The Clones’ are widely regarded as one of the UKs premium tribute bands, a list that reserved for very few acts and have been described by Roses’ bass player Mani himself as “the second-best Stone Roses in the world.”
Joyride – Cinema
Little Savoy Community Cinema Robert Street, ColneComedy/Drama. A headstrong solicitor's plan to offload her new born baby to her sister, is derailed when a vulnerable but opinionated teenager steals their taxi.
Emma Kenny’s – The Serial Killer Next Door
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnThe Serial Killer Next Door is hosted by This Morning’s Emma Kenny – one of the UK’s most notable TV crime commentators. In her 5-star rated show, Emma asks the question, ‘Would you know if you were living next door to a serial killer?’ Taking her guests on a journey into the dark side of humanity, Emma explores the ingredient list of experiences that turns regular people into murderous monsters.
SIMON BRODKIN: SCREWED UP
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyFresh from his sold-out, critically-acclaimed Edinburgh Fringe run and becoming the most viewed British comedian of all time on TikTok, world-famous prankster and Lee Nelson creator Simon Brodkin is back with an outrageous new stand-up show.
New Ways of Exploring The Universe
Hebden Bridge Town Hall St, George's Street, Hebden BridgeProf. Tim O'Brien – Associate Director of The Jodrell Bank Centre for Astrophysics and Co-Founder of The Bluedot Festival - will reveal our universe as you never imagined it. This talk will showcase some of the most spectacular astronomical images and discoveries of recent times using ingenious telescopes around the world and in space.
YORKSHIRE AFTERNOON TEA
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthEnjoy finest Yorkshire Afternoon Tea on an steam-hauled train. You can choose to travel in the Restaurant Car with its plush red interior or opt for the Orient Express-style experience in one of the exquisite Pullman cars. Enjoy a glass of fizz or Orange juice followed by a beautifully laid out Afternoon Tea, served by attentive waiting staff. £35/£40.
Skelmersdale Artisan Market
Tawd Valley Retail Park SkelmersdaleSkelmersdale Artisan Market third Sunday of the month. Free.
The Shawshank Redemption
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordDespite protests of his innocence, Andy Dufresne is handed a double life sentence for the brutal murder of his wife and her lover. Based on Stephen King’s 1982 novella Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption, this thrilling stage production examines desperation, injustice, friendship and hope behind the claustrophobic bars of a maximum security facility. 7.30pm. Wed mat 2pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £21.50 - £36.50.
LADIES BADMINTON GROUP
St. Mary's Centre Church Street, ClitheroeMonday lunchtime badminton group all abilities and ages welcome. To book a place contact: Lesley on 07811 601957.
Sister Act
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsDon’t miss this eagerly anticipated brand new production of the Broadway and UK smash hit musical Sister Act direct from London. 7.30pm. Wed, Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £25 - £52.
TITANTIC – THE MUSICAL
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolIn the final hours of 14th April 1912 the RMS Titanic, on her maiden voyage from Southampton to New York, collided with an iceberg. Based on real people aboard the most legendary ship in the world, Titanic The Musical is a stunning and stirring production focusing on the hopes, dreams and aspirations of her passengers who each boarded with stories and personal ambitions of their own. 7.30pm. Thurs mat 2.30pm. £13.50 - £39.50.
Made in Dagenham – The Musical
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre New Market Street, ColnePendle Hippodrome Theatre presents Made in Dagenham. Based on the 2010 film of the same name, which in turn was based on the real events of the Ford sewing machinists strike of 1968. 7.30pm, Sat mat 2pm. £12 - £14.
MAMMA MIA!
Opera House Winter Gardens, BlackpoolSet on a Greek island paradise, a story of love, friendship and identity is cleverly told through the timeless songs of Abba. 7.30pm, Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £23 - £51.
LADIES GROUP AT THE GOOD LIFE PROJECT
The Good Life Project Holland Place, NelsonA therapeutic horticulture programme. Gardening group for women. Every Tuesday 10am – 12pm. Free.
Writing for Wellbeing
Colne Primet Community Centre Primet Hill, ColneDevelop your well-being through the wonderful creative act of writing. No writing experience at all is necessary to join this course, just a willingness to enjoy exploring creative writing. Free. Contact lauren.jackson@pendleleisuretrust.co.uk
Kelbrook Painting Group
Kelbrook & Sough Village Hall Dotcliffe Road, KelbrookPainting group held weekly on a Tuesday. Why not come along to meet like minded people from our community.
PILATES
Trawden Community CentrePilates class weekly on a Tuesday. Why not come along join in the fun and meet like minded people from our community. Tel: 07763506101.
Beginners Brush Pen Calligraphy Workshop
Boundary Outlet Vivary Way, ColneModern Calligraphers and lettering artists are joining forces with Boundary Mill in Lancashire to host a Beginners Brush Pen Calligraphy Workshop in the fabulous surroundings of The Hive.
The Polish military of the Second Republic
Royal Armouries Museum Armouries Drive,, LeedsPreparations for war 1918-39. How the Polish state expanded its military capabilities after the First World War. This is an online lecture. Please register your interest to be sent a link for the live presentation.
Paul Sylvester – Still Doing It
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonYou may, or may not, have seen Paul Sylvester. He is Magic’s Best Kept Secret, and a popular performer at the Playhouse. He has had two successful, sell out, parlour magic shows, a Halloween show and is a regular performer at the Magic Live Lounge. And he’s Still Doing it, a brand new magic show designed for an intimate venue and select audience.
The 1922 General Election and the Calder Valley: the challenge of Labour
Methodist Church Market Street, Hebden BridgeHebden Bridge Local History Society - The 1922 General Election transformed the Labour Party nationally, and this talk discusses events at a local level. 7.30 free to members; £4 for visitors.
Hebden Bridge Film Festival 2023
Hebden Bridge Picture House New Road, Hebden BridgeHebden Bridge Film Festival is set to return from 24th to 26th March, showcasing a range of independent films from around the world. Theme for this year is yet to be announced. Screening and events will take place Hebden Bridge Picture House and Hebden Bridge Town Hall.
UK QUEEN
Civic Arts Centre & Theatre 155 Union Road, AccringtonU. K. Queen are one of Europes best tributes to Queen and Freddy Mercury, expect a 2 hr live hits extravaganza, a must for any fan!
Black Dyke Band Entertain
St. George's Hall BradfordBlack Dyke Band is the most recorded band in the world with over 350 recordings and growing every year. In October 2020 the band’s recording of music by John Rutter become the first by a brass band to reach No.1 in the classical music chart. £17 - £20.
The Bootleg Beatles
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxFrom Love Me Do to Let It Be, the Cavern to the Apple rooftop, black and white to psychedelic technicolour, the world’s Premier Beatles band returns to take you on a whistle-stop journey through the most vibrant revolutionary and divisive decade of all - the Swinging Sixties.
THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC
The Muni Theatre ColneThe hugely popular show, now in its 20th year, with a brand-new show for 2023 combines the unmistakable harmonies, colourful costumes, and dazzling performances by our all-star cast.
Curious Investigators
The Dukes Moor Lane, LancasterCurious Investigators is a cracking adventure created in collaboration with engineering experts from Lancaster University: a delightfully surprising, highly visual show for 3–7 (but children younger and older have enjoyed it – parents’ discretion) year-olds and their grown-ups. 11am & 2pm.
Barnoldswick in Wonderland
Barnoldswick Town Centre BarnoldswickFans of Lewis Carroll's timeless classic, "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland," are in for a treat as Barnoldswick town centre transforms into a whimsical wonderland for an immersive experience like no other. Accompanying the event is a wonderful makers market and free children's rides.
Spring Steampunk Weekend
Heskin Hall Wood Lane, ChorleyA cornucopia of Steampunk unctuousness. Stalls, live entertainment, our Cafe at the Manor & Bar & garden terrace beer garden. Free entry and parking.