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.
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.
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.
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.
THE FORBIDDEN CORNER
The Forbidden Corner Tupgill Park Estate, Middleham, LeyburnThe 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! Mon - Sat 12pm - 6pm, Sun & bank holidays 10am - 6pm.
Coronation Afternoon Tea
Castle Howard Estate YorkTo celebrate this momentous year in history, come along to Castle Howard to celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty The King, with a celebration of all things quintessentially British - A day out at Castle Howard with Afternoon Tea in the Grecian Hall. Non Member - £55.00 Members - £36.00.
KINGS CORONATION AFTERNOON TEA
BARTON MANOR HOTEL SPA Garstang Road, PrestonCome and join us celebrate the new King Charles. Throughout May 2023 come and indulge in a classic British afternoon tea inclusive of a glass of fizz.
Sidor Avoda: From the Kibbutz to the Calendar Girls’ Yorkshire
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonCelebrating twenty years since the release of the ‘Calendar Girls’ screenplay, we present a unique exhibition displaying photographs from a reimagined calendar from Israel. The Sidor Avoda (meaning ‘Work Schedule’) exhibition came about when members of the Shaar-Hagolan Kibbutz, 2600 miles from Craven, saw the 2003 film ‘Calendar Girls’ and started a conversation with a local designer.
Hunt For The Royal Jewels
Gawthorpe Hall Burnley Road, PadihamCan you find the Royal Jewels that have been hidden around the Hall? Celebrate the coronation of King Charles III on your visit to the Gawthorpe by finding the hidden jewels and count the number of Union Jack flags on display. One lucky winner will get a goody bag of souvenirs from our shop.
Crafty Dogg’s Beer Festival
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyCrafty Dogg's Beer Festival is a brand new beer festival coming to Ilkley this spring. This is a craft beer festival where the breweries attending either brew in Yorkshire or have ties to the area. Come join us and drink some fantastic craft beer. Various opening times.
Garstang Walking Festival 2023
Garstang PrestonWith over 40 walks for all ages and abilities, the festival is the perfect chance to experience the best of springtime in the countryside around Garstang, rural Wyre, the Forest of Bowland and Morcambe Bay. Choose from a huge range of walks, including the three-day Wyre Way Challenge, easy access short walks, family activities, evening walks, wildlife strolls, heritage rambles, tramper trials, dog friendly trails and everything in between!
Flying Scotsman Centenary
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthThe Keighley & Worth Valley Railway will host the locomotive throughout May and help celebrate the landmark birthday. There will be a whole host of events across the month, including ride the legend, special dining services, late-night running and plenty of photo opportunities. Exact dates to confirmed.
Visit The Legends Cab
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthIt’s a childhood dream for many to sit in the driver’s seat of Flying Scotsman. Make that dream a reality this May with the ‘Visit the Legends Cab’ events at the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway. Along with unlimited travel on our trains for the day, you will receive a timed slot to visit the cab of Flying Scotsman with one of our experienced locomotive experts giving an explanation of the controls.
King Charles III Cornonation Weekend at Yorkshire Air Museum
Yorkshire Air Museum Halifax Way, Elvington, YorkWe'll Meet Again - 1940s event returns for a full weekend, including a live screening of the Coronation of King Charles III on the Saturday. Vintage vehicles, re-enactors, displays, 1940s dancing and much more.
The Northern Shooting Show
Yorkshire Event Centre HarrogateOffering a fantastic range of attractions and activities set to delight both bona fide field enthusiasts and local families looking for a fun day out. Airguns, shotguns, rifles, optics. clay shooting, target shooting, deer stalking, gundogs. Britain's best loved shooting show.
The World of James Herriot
The World of James Herriott 23 Kirkgate, ThirskMulti-award winning independent visitor attraction. See where James Herriot, the worlds's most famous vet lived, worked and wrote his incredibly successful series of books based on his experiences as a young North Yorkshire vet. A great day out for all the family. Open daily. Adult £8.50, child £5.
Coronation Celebrations at Harewood
Harewood House Harewood, LeedsHarewood will be decked out for all things royal on the Bank Holiday weekend with royal-themed children’s activities, screenings of the coronation, special menus in the cafés and a street party atmosphere!
Coronation Celebration Craft
Judges Lodgings, Church Street, LancasterMake a crown to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III. Using simple folding techniques, have a royally good time making your own bejewelled paper crown. The craft activity is free and is a drop in activity with no booking required. Normal admission charges apply if also visiting the museum: Adults £3, Concs £2, Children free.
KING’S CORONATION CELEBRATIONS IN COLNE
Colne Town Centre ColneSave the date! Come and celebrate King Charles' Coronation here in Colne! There is something for everyone with a Coronation Market, live music, children's fun fair rides, face painting, donkey rides, stilt walking King Guards, knight fighting performances and workshops, archery plus so much more! Free.
Family Coronation Celebrations
Cliffe Castle Park Spring Gardens Lane, KeighleyJoin us for a family friendly day in celebration of the Coronation of King Charles III. Activities will include climbing tower, bouncy castles, sports, games, dance, arts and crafts. All for children and young people up to 14 years of age.
Preston’s Coronation Big Lunch
Avenham and Miller Parks PrestonThe day after the Coronation of His Majesty The King, the party begins! Bring your blankets and Butter pies, ready for a day out in the sun on Preston's Avenham Park, and appreciate the Royals in style. There will be plenty to see and do on the day. Fun day out for all the family.
Ormskirk Artisan Market 2023
Ormskirk Town Centre Moor Street, OrmskirkChoosing something special for yourself or loved ones is made simple at Ormskirk Artisan Market… First Sunday of the month.
May Bank Holiday Weekend at Heskin Hall
Heskin Hall Wood Lane, ChorleyA Weekend of Celebration & commemoration sees Heskin Hall hosting our regular Jap2Jap car rally on 7th together with some WW2/Vintage reenactors then its over to the reenact. So much to celebrate and commemorate.
Big Coronation Sunday Lunch
Bingley Arts Centre Main Street, BingleyCome along on Sunday of Coronation Weekend for a Right Royal Sunday Lunch of roast beef with all the trimmings and be entertained in song by the wonderful Kitty LaMare. (Veggie option available). Open 12pm, food served 1.30pm .
Baxenden Community Coronation Day
Howarth Art Gallery Hollins Lane, Baxenden, AccringtonAll residents and visitors will be welcomed to the Howarth Art Gallery with special coronation activities in the Gallery and, weather permitting, in the beautiful setting of the rose garden. Activities to include choir, bands, crafting activities and much more.
A Civic Service of Thanksgiving for the King’s Coronation
Bradford Cathedral 1 Stott Hill, BradfordThere will be ‘A Civic Service of Thanksgiving for the King’s Coronation’ featuring the Bishop of Bradford - the Rt Revd Toby Howarth; the Cathedral Choir; and representatives of the County, City and District. All are welcome. We will be participating in the ‘Ring for the King’ where a quarter peel of the Cathedral’s bells will be rung ahead of the Sunday Civic Service.
Keelhams Kings Coronation Street Party
Keelham Farm Shop SkiptonCome along to Keelham to celebrate King Charles's Coronation!! The courtyard & Knead will be open for this celebration. The amazing Tom Scothern playing live music, BBQ - with Keelhams Burgers, pizzas, cold barn beer van, gin jugs, fire pit. This is a free-to-attend event with the food & drink available to purchase.
Big Picnic Party
East Riddlesden Hall Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.To celebrate the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III we are holding a picnic party in the gardens and grounds at East Riddlesden Hall. Families can enjoy the lawn games or have their face painted. We will also be having a big book help out, bring along your good quality second hand books to donate. You might even find good book to take home with you.
King’s Coronation Big Street Party
Darwen Market Square DarwenA free family fun event promises to be a fantastic day of immersive theatre, music, dancing, stilt walkers, magic shows and delicious street food.
Family Coronation Celebrations at Lister Park
Join us for a family friendly day in celebration of the Coronation of King Charles III. Activities will include climbing tower, bouncy castles, sports, games, dance, arts and crafts. All for children and young people up to 14 years of age.
Coronation Picnic at Temple Newsam
Temple Newsam Temple Newsam Road, LeedsCome along and celebrate the King’s Coronation. Bring a picnic and enjoy special activities and entertainment. Admission is £5 for everyone over 1 and includes entry into the House and Farm. Please note that dogs are not allowed on the picnic site, in the house or farm (except for assistance dogs).
King’s Coronation Celebrations
The Great Victoria Hotel Bridge Street, BradfordJoin the Great Victoria Hotel for their King's Coronation celebrations on Monday 8th May. There will be a delicious afternoon tea, a live singer and an in-house quiz.
Wyre Coronation Walk
Cherestanc Square GarstangJoin the first ever Coronation Walk in Wyre. A new addition to Garstang Walking Festival, follow this two mile trail and discover magical acts along the way! Everyone is welcome, let’s make this Garstang’s biggest walk ever! The route will be animated along the way, with street theatre, live music, arts and craft activities, and children’s games.
The Coronation of King Charles III Concert
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyA celebratory concert to mark the coronation of King Charles III. High quality local artists including a brass band, a chamber choir and professional soloists will perform solo items, coronation-themed music and crowd-pleasing tunes for all ages.
A History of Falling Things
Ilkley Playhouse Weston Road, IlkleyRobin and Jacqui meet in an online chat room. Romance blossoms and the next logical step is to meet. What could be simpler? They only live a few streets apart. Humorous, touching, thought provoking and hugely entertaining.
Calamity Jane
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnCelebrating 70 years of the classic movie, Blackburn Musical Theatre Company returns to the stage with Calamity Jane - featuring the popular tunes The Deadwood Stage (Whip-Crack-Away!), Just Blew In From The Windy City, Secret Love and The Black Hills Of Dakota.
An Inspector Calls
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordStephen Daldry’s multi award-winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley’s classic thriller. Winner of 19 major awards and hailed as the theatrical event of its generation, An Inspector Calls has thrilled more than 5 million theatregoers worldwide. 7.30pm, Wed mat 2pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £23 - £39.
National Theatre Live: Good
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesDavid Tennant (Doctor Who) makes a much-anticipated return to the West End in a blistering reimagining of one of Britain’s most powerful, political plays. £14, concs £12.
Carpet Bowls
Trawden Community CentreCome along and join in the carpet bowls every Wed at Trawden Community Centre. Bookings required. Tel: 07763506101.
Painting Padiham
Storm Art Gallery Burnley Road, PadihamThis exciting event is open to artists, both professional and amateur, using any style or media (except photography). Participants will be asked to select a location within a 2km radius of Padiham Town Hall, including Gawthorpe Hall grounds, and can paint outside or inside (with permission). Visitors to the event will be able to follow a trail to see artists at work and enjoy seeing original art created before their eyes.
Cook & 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.
The Don Banks Afternoon Variety Show
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen“The Rock’n’Roll Laughter Show” – starring former Rockin Berries & Jive Bunny vocal impressionist Terry Webster plus: “The Webstars Foreverly” – the greatest hits of rock’n’roll icons The Everley Brothers performed by father and son duo Terry Webster and Terry Webster (Junior).
Chicken Soup
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsA play about community spirit, endurance, and the kind of friendships that last a lifetime. A well-rounded and honest portrayal of family and friendship, with a down-to-earth dash of northern charm and female grit.