Super Soap Box Challenge
Bradford City Centre Various venues, BradfordCome along on Sunday 1st May 2022 to watch brave soapbox racers hurtle down our huge ramp... It’ll be a great day out for all the family with continual commentary and all the action visible on large format screens. As well as the excitement on the course itself, there’ll be a funfair, live music and lots of food and drink concessions to choose from. Various times.
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.
Bank Holiday Spectacular
Affinity Lancashire Outlet Anchorage Road, FleetwoodCome and marvel at the circus skills of Catch the Clown between 12 and 4pm at Affinity Lancashire in Fleetwood. There's free face painting, plus you can get your free caricature created too!
RVJB Festival Present Swing City Big Band
St. Mary's Centre Church Street, ClitheroeSwing City Big Band will perform their Bond Movies concert, presenting songs and music from some of the 27 Bond movies in a 2 hour show. Under 25s £5.
Jack of Diamonds
Keighley Playhouse Devonshire Street, KeighleyA comedy by Marcia Cash and Douglas Hughes. Directed by Mike Ellison.
Peter James’ Wish You Were Dead
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsAdapted exclusively for the stage, Wish You Were Dead is the latest thrilling instalment of the Grace series most successful modern day crime stage franchise, since Agatha Christie. 7.30pm. Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm. £28 - £49.
Julius Caesar
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordThe Royal Shakespeare Company returns to Bradford with a fast-paced political thriller, directed by Atri Banerjee. Julius Caesar. A divisive leader who holds awesome power. 7.30pm Thurs & Sat mat 2pm. £18.50 - £34.50.
Clitheroe Country Market
Clitheroe United Reformed Church Castlegate, ClitheroeClitheroe Country Market every Tuesday morning between March and Dec. Lots of homemade, hand crafted and home grown produce from this local cooperative social enterprise.
LADOS presents Sister Act
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterThis is a musical sent from above so make sure you don’t miss this must-see show which raises the spirits and warms the soul… 7.30pm, Sat mat 2.30pm
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.
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
St. George's Hall BradfordPersonally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll’s most remarkable groups. £32 - £47.
Abigail’s Party
The Atkinson Lord Street, SouthportAbigail’s Party was premièred at the Hampstead Theatre in 1977, with the role of Beverly being immortalised by Alison Steadman. A record sixteen million people watched its broadcast as Play for Today, underlining its status as a true modern classic and national treasure. Presented by London Classic Theatre and directed by Michael Cabot. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. £21 - £25.
NOT SO CRAFTY
The Open Door Centre 1 Great George Street, ColneOur Not So Crafty (Art & Craft Group) is for all individuals of all abilities. It is a fun and creative group which is welcoming to all. Every Thurs. Free.
The D-Day Darlings: King’s Coronation Tour
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsTo celebrate the King’s Coronation and the UK’s Premier wartime act, The D-Day Darlings present their sensational coronation celebration show. A show suitable for the whole family. Not to be missed!
Sarah Smout – Eyjar
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonSarah is a cellist-singer and environmental activist, creating music and poetry deeply rooted in nature and place. Adult £12.50, under 18s £10.
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!
Coldplace – The World’s Leading Tribute to Coldplay
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesThe World’s Leading Tribute to Coldplay is a stunning live concert performance, celebrating the music of one of the most successful bands of all time. Adult £23.00, child £11.50.
Skipton Comedy Live
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonJoin us as Plane Comedy present some of the best stand-up the UK has to offer hosted by MC Colin Manford (yes he happens to be Jason’s little brother).
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.
Coronation of King Charles III Live Stream
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesTo celebrate the coronation of King Charles III, we will be live screening the Coronation on the big screen in our main auditorium. Although the live stream of the event is free of charge, this is a ticketed event where you will also get a slice of cake.
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.
The Coronation Stream
Bradford Cathedral 1 Stott Hill, BradfordOn the 6th May The Coronation of King Charles III will be live-streamed on our big screen, with the opportunity to participate in an act of worship. Broadcast time to be announced soon. Self-service refreshments will also be available.
King Charles Coronation Celebrations
The Piece Hall 1 Blackledge, HalifaxTo celebrating the King’s Coronation there will be screening of the coronation in the courtyard. There will also be a day of festivities with music from local artists, workshops and community groups attending to share information about what they do. Great family day out.
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.
Roberts Park Parkrun Celebrates the Coronation
Roberts Park Higher Coach Road, SaltaireYou can expect the usual fancy dress, cake, selfie frame, prizes for best fancy dress and the most fun you could possibly have on a Saturday morning. Free.
Coronation Celebrations at Accrington Market Hall
Accrington Market Hall Peel Street, AccringtonAccrington Market Hall will be host to a coronation party. Activities throughout the day will include a disco, a royal timeline, theatre style performance, crown making crafts and pop up stalls.
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.
The Coronation of King Charles in Skipton
Canal Basin SkiptonCome along to the Canal Basin and celebrate the Coronation of Charles III. The big screen will be be located on the canal basin where you can sit back and relax in the deck chairs provided. Throughout the day you can relax with a drink from the bar and enjoy something to eat. The children will be entertained with the crafting stalls.
Real Markets Skipton Coronation Special
Canal Basin SkiptonOur fantastic producers, makers and traders will be part of the big party atmosphere at Skipton Canal Basin which includes family activities, kids' crafts and a big screen to watch the day's events.
Nelson’s King Charles III Coronation Celebration
Nelson Town Centre Scotland Road, Nelson.An exciting line-up of events to celebrate the King's Coronation. A giant screen to watch the Coronation live! Roaming street artists, a main stage including live performances from The Take That Experience and other entertainment, picnic area, children's entertainment. Fun day out for all the family.
Picnic in the Park
Astley Park Chorley, LancashireIn celebration of the coronation of King Charles III, Chorley Council has decided to move the family favourite to Sat, May 6th, allowing visitors to watch the historic event on a big screen. Park goers will be able to enjoy their picnics with live entertainment, things to do for all the family, along with being able to watch the King be crowned.
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 OF HM KING CHARLES III
Colne Citadel Market Street, Colne.Come and celebrate the coronation. Buffet, beverages, live music and televised coronation. Dress up if you wish. £5 per person, payment on the gate.
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.
Burnley Royal Tea Party
Town Square St James’s Street, BurnleyBurnley will host a Royal Tea Party in Town Square on St James’s Street to mark the coronation of King Charles III. A cream tea lunch will be accompanied by acoustic acts to create a royally entertaining afternoon. Ticket office at Burnley Mechanics Theatre.
Coronation Celebrations at The Shireburn Arms
The Shireburn Arms Whalley Rd, Hurst Green, ClitheroeCome along for a royal day out in celebration of the King’s Coronation. From noon, the coronation will be showing on the big screen. Afternoon tea fit for a king will be served. Kids can enjoy garden games and royal activities, alongside a delicious picnic. Afternoon tea £19.95, child's picnic £9.95.
FLEETWOOD BAC
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyFleetwood Bac are the world’s first and best Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band.
Brighouse & Rastrick Band Coronation Concert
St. George's Hall BradfordTo coincide with the King's Coronation, the band will be performing a special concert in the evening to commemorate the occasion. £18 - £21.
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.