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.
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.
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.
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.
Redcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonCourses/workshops are available in kiln formed glass, kiln formed glass jewellery, lampwork glass beadmaking, silverclay and silver jewellery. Courses and taster sessions are available throughout the year from just £30. Booking required.
INGLEBOROUGH CAVE
Ingleborough Cave IngleboroughAn underground experience for the whole family. Truly magnificent displays of stalactites, stalagmites, flowstones, pillars, fossils and other spectacular features. Open daily until Oct. Adult £13, child £6.50, family £37.
DANCE FITNESS AND FUN
Trawden Community CentreA 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.
IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM
Imperial War Museum Trafford Wharf Road, ManchesterPurpose built to tell the powerful stories of over a century of war, IWM North makes full use of its extraordinary exhibition space to deliver an award winning immersive experience. Wed to Sun 10am - 5pm. Booking essential.
Past Masters
The Bingley Gallery 29B Park Road, BingleyA look back at some of the predominantly landscape artists who lived and worked in our region in earlier years.
LANCASTER CASTLE
LANCASTER CASTLE Castle Parade, LancasterThe Castle's origins date back almost 1,000 years. Occupying a city centre location on the site of three successive Roman forts and has been described as ‘not only the North West's most important historic and archaeological monument, but also of international importance’. See history come alive in the heart of Lancaster. Open daily 9.30am - 5pm.
Zog
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsWith lively songs from Joe Stilgoe and directed by Emma Kilbey, Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much-loved Zog is a magical production for all ages. Various times and prices.
Mort By Terry Pratchett
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxStephen Briggs’ adaptation of Terry Pratchett’s ® hilarious novel establishes once, and for all, that death really is a laughing matter! A Halifax Thespians production 7.30pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £6 - £12.
Dirty Dancing
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsSee the hit film come to life before your eyes with this fantastic, emotional and triumphant live stage show. Various times. £30 - £55.
The Railway Children
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre New Market Street, ColneThe Railway Children presented by Pendle Hippodrome Theatre. £5 - £10.
Demon Dentist
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordDon't miss this terrific tale from the West End producers of David Walliams' Gangsta Granny and Billionaire Boy, which were both nominated for an Olivier Award. It's the funniest and most exciting show yet! Various times. £20/£22.
Blithe Spirit
Ilkley Playhouse Weston Road, IlkleyThis is a play which needs no introduction. The sumptuous, witty dialogue of Noel Coward is delivered in a crazy and chaotic set of ghostly circumstances. Sat mat 2.30pm. Various prices.
The Twits
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterThe Twits by Roald Dahl adapted by David Wood and presented by Lancaster Footlights. Various times.
Supreme Queen
King George’s Hall Northgate, BlackburnNow one of the most recognisable tribute bands in the world, Supreme Queen continue to take things to a whole different level, with their homage to the halcyon days of one of the planet’s greatest ever rock bands.
Ilkley Food & Drink Festival
East Holmes Fields Riverside Gardens, IlkleyThe Ilkley Food and Drink Festival is a family friendly celebration of international influence and local talent, expressed through international food, independent drink, live music, arts and charity. All of this is underpinned by our core philosophy to showcase and expose talent based in the locality.
Lowther’s Garden Festival 2023
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesBring the family and join us in our historic gardens for our Garden Festival! This free to enter festival will feature tours of our gardens, vendors and stall holders, family entertainment and the opportunity to explore the award-winning planting done by our gardening team.
Parklife Festival 2023
Heaton Park Middleton Road, ManchesterThe largest metropolitan music festival in the UK, Parklife is held at Manchester's Heaton Park. The annual event features beats from multiple music genres including hip hop, grime, pop, rock.. Prices from £92.95 to £203.50.
Steve Steinman’s Anything For Love – The Meat Loaf Story
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxFor over 30 years Steve has toured the world with his musical tribute to Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf. With an incredible stage set, ten-piece live band combined with Steve’s well known sense of humour and stage presence, the show can only be described as awesome.
THE CELINE DION SONGBOOK
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonThe World’s premier show in celebration of the Canadian superstar, and one of the biggest selling artists of all time.
The AC/DC Show
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyThe AC/DC Show AC/DC, arguably the greatest rock band of all time, are brought to life by Live/Wire with the true passion you would expect from professional musicians who share your love of this legendary live act.
An Evening With Tina Turner – Simply Tina
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxSimply Tina is a smash hit one-woman production that is widely accepted as the foremost tribute to Tina Turner. This dynamic, high energy show, is performed by the award-winning Miss Julia Martin.
The Bodyguard
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsThe international, award-winning smash-hit musical The Bodyguard is back! Starring Pussycat Doll, and multi-platinum Grammy-nominated Melody Thornton* as Rachel Marron and Ayden Callaghan (Emmerdale, Hollyoaks) as Frank Farmer. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. £30 - £58.
THE SERIAL KILLER NEXT DOOR
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonOne of the UK’s most notable Psychological Therapists and Crime commentators Emma Kenny discusses what creates a serial killer.
Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordForget feel good, Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story is Feel Great! Experience the drama, passion and excitement as a multi-talented cast of actor-musicians tell Buddy Holly’s story, from his Texas rockabilly beginnings to international stardom and his legendary final performance at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, before his tragic death at the age of just 22. Wed mat 2pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £21.50 - £38.50.
The Duke’s Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesTwelfth Night will be performed in our beautiful gardens by The Dukes Theatre Company. 7pm, Thurs mat 1pm. £18.50, concs £16.50.
Tom Seals Presents Julie Hesmondhalgh
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenTom Seals Presents...is an exciting, ground-breaking music chat show. Bafta nominated actress Julie Hesmondhalgh is delighted to be appearing on Tom’s show . Julie will be chatting to Tom and also choosing her favourite songs which will be performed live by jazz/blues pianist/vocalist Tom and his phenomenal band.
THE DIANA ROSS STORY
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonA chronological history of hits from a career culminating in over 100 million record sales fronted by 2 international Diana Ross performers Cheri Jade (The Supremes) and Tameka Jackson (Solo Career).
Windrush Generations Carnival of Culture
Centenary Square BradfordThe event is a two-day celebration of our Windrush generations and Communities. There will be live bands, a fun fair, local radio and club DJs, and amazing international food. Fri 4pm - 10pm, Sat 12pm - 10pm.
Modern Embroidery Workshop
Temple Newsam Temple Newsam Road, LeedsSuitable for those with no prior knowledge of embroidery and those who want to explore new techniques using stitches they already know. In this workshop you will learn how to use water colour paints on fabric to create a background on which to add texture and pattern using simple hand embroidery stitches.
Madness
The Piece Hall 1 Blackledge, HalifaxBritish pop giants Madness are joining the line up for Live at The Piece Hall 2023. The Nutty Boys bring their legendary live show to the historic courtyard doing what they do best - uniting people for a raucous set teeming with hits from their unrivalled back catalogue. £45 – £185.
Nicola Mills: Opera for the People
Bringing Opera to the people in a down to earth and friendly way. Nicola let's the audience choose the songs she sings from her Song Menu, full of popular opera, popular classical songs, songs from musicals and a pop opera section. There’s something for everyone. It’s uplifting and touching, and a night to remember. Tickets £16 (adult), £13 (conc), £6 (child).
Colne Gala
Colne High Street ColneThis year promises to be bigger and better than ever before with a procession, carnival and stunt riders. Free.
A Night of James Bond with The Swing City Band
Glusburn Community & Arts Centre Colne Road, GlusburnThe Lothersdale-based swing band return to present an evening of classic James Bond film themes with a big band twist, leaving you shaken and stirred.
Don’t Stop Queen Now
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxRelive the magic of Queen or discover it for the first time as they play all of the hits such as Bohemian Rhapsody, We Are The Champions, We Will Rock You and of course, Don’t Stop Me Now!
Ghost Hunt at Pendle Hippodrome
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre New Market Street, ColneUse some of the specialised equipment and be guided by experienced paranormal investigators whom will share there knowledge, techniques and experiences of hunting for ghosts or spirits. There will be breaks and free Buffet is provided.
Colne Super Soapbox Challenge
Albert Road ColneCome along on Sunday 18th June 2023 to watch brave soapbox racers hurtle down our huge ramp outside the Town Hall, all the way down Albert Road, to the finish line outside Tubbs of Colne at The Colne BID Super Soapbox Challenge. It'll be a great day out for all the family with continual commentary and all the action visible on large format screens. Free.
Top Secret: The Magic of Science
This is your opportunity to surround yourself with the mystery of magic, cleverly fused with wondrous and miraculous feats of science. Top Secret is fun and entertaining for the whole family to enjoy along with inspiring and educating every young budding magician and scientist. £11 (child), £13 (adult).