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.
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.
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.
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.
Woof Shack
Happa Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, BurnleyFree social group for dogs and their people. Planned regular walks, games, specialist talks, advice and much more. Last Thursday of every month.
Hesketh Farm Park
Hesketh Farm Park Bolton Abbey,, SkiptonHesketh Farm Park is set in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, just 1 mile from the picturesque village of Bolton Abbey and 5 miles from the market town of Skipton. Whether it’s lambing in spring, chicks at Easter or the arrival of any of our newborns. We have loads of interesting and fun things to see and do at Hesketh Farm Park throughout the year, whatever the weather. £1 - £7.50.
Royal Armouries – Daily Shows
Royal Armouries Museum Armouries Drive,, LeedsDaily shows taking place in our galleries throughout the day. Tues - Sun 10am - 5pm. Open every day during school holidays. Free entry.
CLITHEROE MUSEUM
Clitheroe Castle & Museum Castle Hill, ClitheroeThe award-winning Museum is located in the former Steward's House, a Grade II listed building that was built in the 18th century to house the Steward of Clitheroe Castle. Visitors to the museum will be transported through 350 million years of local history. There is a Gift Shop making it a great day out for all the family. Adult £4.90, concs £3.70, accompanied children free, young people 13-18 free. Open daily.
Cook and Connect
The Open Door Centre 1 Great George Street, ColneDo you enjoy cooking. Would you like to learn some new cooking skills. We can help you at Cook & Connect. Every Wed at Open Door Centre, Colne. Free.
JEKYLL AND HYDE
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenIn a new and enthralling one-man stage adaptation of the classic tale of terror, acclaimed actor Jonathan Goodwin plays both Henry Jekyll and Edward Hyde. Journey with us to Victorian London, and experience the unbridled horror of this perennial favourite.
SaraBeth and Glen Mitchell – Royal South
Barnoldswick Music & Art Centre Rainhall Road, BarnoldswickTwo amazing country stars contemporary country stars from both sides of the Atlantic team up to play Barnoldswick.
Up The Clondy – The Boris Affair
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonSo, you thought it was safe to go back to your Solicitors Office? Well think again because the hilarious inhabitants of the wackiest solicitors firm on Earth Groper Knutter and Bezzler of Clondy Place are back and with a vengence as this time there is a monster on the loose and that isn’t just Miss Fosdyke!
ILKLEY PLAYHOUSE BIENNIAL WRITING FESTIVAL
Ilkley Playhouse Weston Road, IlkleyEight plays by eight different playwrights, all eight minutes long will be presented. This year the theme is about something unusual occurring, hence the title 'Once in a Blue Moon'. Come along to see high quality performances of the work of rising stars in the world of playwriting. £10, concs £5.
MARTI PELLOW – PELLOW TALK
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyPellow Talk is a chance to learn all about Martin Pellow, not just as a singer and songwriter with Wet Wet Wet, but as a boy and a man. It’s a chance to understand the DNA of the hits that we’ve listened to and loved over the years.
Re-Take That
Opera House, Winter Gardens BlackpoolRe-Take That is the ultimate Take That party night, bringing the world’s biggest boy band’s greatest hits to life – live on stage. £24 - £32.
NORTHERN LIVE
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonThe World’s Greatest and most authentic touring Live Band Northern Soul Show, keeping the faith to the original sounds of the underground movement that started on the dance floors in the North.
Dinosaur Adventure Live
The Muni Theatre ColneThe greatest prehistoric show on earth - 65 million years in the making... Are you ready for the adventure? Join our intrepid Dinosaur Adventurers as we journey to a world of living, breathing, life-like dinosaurs.
21st Century ABBA
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre New Market Street, Colne21st Century Abba faithfully recreates all the greatest hits of the Super Swedes, using latest technologies combined with live musicians that will rock your socks off! £15 - £18.
Comedy night
The Wharf Foulridge, ColneJoin us for an evening of comedy at The Wharf at Foulridge hosted by Glitzo Events & Productions. Enjoy 3 comedians and an MC taking you through a full night of laughter and fun!
Spring Craft Fair
The Muni Theatre ColneCome along and enjoy an amazing selection of 30 stalls from local artisan crafters and makers. Mr Dodd's café will be open serving refreshments, cakes, and specials. Free entry.
Morgan & West: Unbelievable Science
Glusburn Community & Arts Centre Colne Road, GlusburnScience and silliness abound for ages seven to 107! Captivating chemistry, phenomenal physics, and bonkers biology in this fun for all the family science extravaganza! £10/£12.
craft exhibition 2023
Platform Gallery Station Road, ClitheroeThe Platform Gallery’s annual exhibition, known for highlighting the wealth of talented craft makers surrounding the Platform Gallery connecting visitors with local contemporary makers and their crafts.
African Drumming Group
The Open Door Centre 1 Great George Street, ColneOur African drumming group is a social inclusive open to all who enjoy bongo and African drumming. Every Mon at 6.45pm.
YOGA
Kelbrook & Sough Village Hall Dotcliffe Road, KelbrookYoga session held every Monday at Kelbrook & Sough Village Hall. Feel free to come along and join us.
Quartet
Hebden Bridge Little Theatre Holme Street, Hebden BridgeA play by Ronald Harwood. Quartet is a gently comic and poignant look at the lives of four opera singers in a retirement home. £11/£9.
James Ketchell: It’s all Mental
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds‘It’s All Mental’ is record-breaking aviator, adventurer and author James Ketchell’s second UK tour. The only person on the planet to have climbed Everest, cycled around the world AND rowed an ocean, will be sharing his mind-set and the mentality needed to achieve difficult, and what sometimes feel like unattainable, goals. £17.50, concs £14.40.
KATHYRN ROBERTS & SEAN LAKEMAN
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsThis popular, multi award-winning husband and wife duo exude timeless class with their exquisite brand of traditional and contemporary music.
The Bench
The Muni Theatre ColneFrom the award winning writer and director of The Haunting of Blaine Manor Written & directed by Joe O'Byrne. The Bench - A Tale from Paradise Heights. A comedy of love, life and loss. £15, concs £12.
Gary Stewart’s Graceland
The Grand Theatre 18 York Street, ClitheroeLed by the legendary Leeds-based troubadour Gary Stewart (Gary Stewart Band / Hope and Social) and backed his incredible 6-piece band, this spectacular group of musicians come together to recreate Paul Simon’s landmark Graceland album in all its glory.
The Magical Music of Harry Potter
St. George's Hall Bridge Street, BradfordThe Magical Music of Harry Potter is a unique and enchanting evening where original actors, star soloists, a choir and an orchestra bring the boy wizard’s world to life! A one-of-a-kind film & music experience. £ 29.90 - £69.90.
CARL HUTCHINSON
The Dukes Moor Lane, LancasterHutchinson is back with a brand new show for 2023. If you’ve seen the Geordie in action before you know exactly what type of amazing night you’re in for. If you haven’t seen Carl, prepare to be dazzled by the UK comedy scene’s best kept secret.
Rapunzel
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxJoin Easter panto favourites Wally, Dame Dolly and Fairy Tale as they embark on a quest to break an enchantment that keeps Rapunzel locked away in her tower… 3pm & 7pm. £18 - £21/50.
Guided History Walk
Hurst GreenA guided history walk uncovering the route taken by Oliver Cromwell and the New Model Army through the Hodder Valley on route to fight the Battle of Preston, August 1648. Dogs on leads allowed. 6 miles. Uneven ground, fields, lanes and tracks with some steeper climbs. Booking essential. £6, concs £3. Please contact Nick Burton (All Routes North) email nickburton66@hotmail.com
Rio Gold
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxRio Gold, the ultimate Spandau Ballet and Duran Duran tribute. This top five piece band consisting of: Vocals, Guitar, Keyboards, Bass, Drums and Sax have a wealth of musical experience.
TOTALLY TINA
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonCome shake a tail feather with the UK’s supreme Tina – Justine Riddoch – and her talented cast. This breathtaking recreation of a live Tina Turner concert celebrates her golden anniversary.
Simply Dylan
The Muni Theatre ColneSimply Dylan is as straightforward as the title suggests: no frills, no gimmicks and no pretence. Led by front man John O'Connell, the band delivers a tribute to Bob Dylan celebrating the rich and diverse work of the award-winning artist. £20 - £25.
Rapunzel
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyJoin your favourites Wally, Dame Dolly and Fairy Tale as they embark on a quest to break an enchantment that keeps Rapunzel locked away in her tower… But the wicked sorceress Gothel has other plans for Rapunzel and her ever-lengthening hair! Will Rapunzel escape? Find out as Anton Benson Productions return to Burnley with their brand-new hair-larlious Easter pantomime adventure for 2023! 1pm & 4.30pm. £15.50 - £17.50.
Tony Parkes Legends V Wright – TV Soap Stars
Clitheroe Football Club Shawbridge St,, ClitheroeCelebrity charity event with stars from Emmerdale & Hollyoaks and ex players from Blackburn Rovers & Blackpool. Marc Darcy charity cup. Adult £5.50, child £3.30.
Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsDirect from its triumph in the West End where it won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Comedy, Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) is a unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen’s most iconic love story. 7.30pm. Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm. £15 - £45.
THE LEGENDS OF AMERICAN COUNTRY SHOW
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyNow seen by over 350,000 fans live and watched by millions on TV Europe’s No.1 multi award winning show " The Legends of American Country " returns for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country nostalgia.
PILATES AT TRAWDEN COMMUNITY CENTRE
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.
The James Oliver Band
Barnoldswick Music & Art Centre Rainhall Road, BarnoldswickJames plays blues, rockabilly, rock and country…it's all here in one explosive pickin package'. Prepare to be blown away.
Test Match Special Live: The Ashes
St. George's Hall Bridge Street, BradfordAfter a sell-out live tour in 2022, the Test Match Special team are back on the road - and this time, the Ashes are at stake! Join Jonathan ‘Aggers’ Agnew and Australia bowling legend Glenn McGrath for an evening of stories, memories and predictions ahead of a massive Ashes summer. £22 - £47.
Gaslight
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonGas Light is a psychological thriller, set in the Victorian times, written in 1938 by the British novelist and playwright Patrick Hamilton. Presented by The Hall Players and directed by Maureen Nickson.