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.
ROH LIVE: THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO
Everyman Cinema Holmes Mill, ClitheroeServants Figaro and Susanna are filled with excitement on their wedding day, but there’s a hitch: their employer, the Count Almaviva, has dishonourable intentions of his own towards the bride-to-be. £16 - £21.
Ribble Valley Jazz & Blues Festival 2023
The Grand Theatre 18 York Street, ClitheroeIt showcases the very best of Jazz & Blues in all it's genres and brings together performers from across the world to focus upon Clitheroe. Various venues in Clitheroe.
Blackpool Model Tramway Exhibition
Solaris Centre Harrowside, New south Promenade, BlackpoolLayouts & Displays, Demonstrations, Trade Support, Refreshments available. Sat 29th April 10am - 5pm, Sun 30th April 10am - 4pm. Adults £6, child £4.
OH WHAT A NIGHT!
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonOH WHAT A NIGHT! takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. £22.50 - £24.50.
One-Day Painting Retreat
1 Hirst |Mill Hirst Mill Crescent, SaltaireOne-day painting retreat, based in the most picturesque Saltaire location. Take one day out just for yourself, and fulfil your creativity by applying paint on canvas while indulging in the immediate surroundings of nature.
BILLY OCEAN
Opera House Winter Gardens, BlackpoolBilly Ocean is Britain’s biggest black recording star, with worldwide record sales of over thirty million and six top ten singles on both sides of the Atlantic. The very best of Billy Ocean performing his favourite hits and fan favourites. £32.75 - £62.
Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra
St. George's Hall Bridge Street, BradfordBradford Festival Choral Society and Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra bring you a sublime evening of classical masterpieces. £16.50 - £33.
The Diana Ross Story: In The Name of Love
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxThe World’s premier show in celebration of Diana Ross and The Supremes! Theatre audiences prepare to be taken on a spellbinding journey visiting one of the greatest musical stories ever told.
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.