Northern Live – Do I Love you
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonKeeping the Faith to the original sounds of the underground movement that started on the dance floors in the North and eventually swept the Nation including an 11-piece band with 4 lead vocalists performing over 30 original hits.
Carpenters Tribute
Park Hill Barn Pendle Heritage Centre, Park Hill, BarrowfordStep back in time to the groovy era of the 70s and experience the enchanting sounds of Karen Carpenter with our live tribute act at Park Hill Barn.
SCARECROW TRAIL & GIFT FAIR
Kelbrook & Sough Village Hall Dotcliffe Road, KelbrookThe theme this year for The Scarecrow Trail is "Children's Books." Also gift fair in the village hall.
Pendle Heritage Centre
Pendle Heritage Centre Barrowfod, ColneSituated beside an ancient crossing of Pendle Water, this group of attractive listed Grade 11 farm buildings and walled garden, only a mile from the M65, offers the ideal day out for the whole family, and the perfect base from which to explore the Pendle area either on foot or by car. Weds, Thurs, Fri - open 12 - 3pm, Sat & Sun - open - 11am to 4pm, Closed Mon & Tues.
Felting with Jackie
Harwes Farm Foulridge, ColneA crafting event using fleeces from our own flock and oh come and meet the sheep too. You don't have to be an expert, everyone is welcome. Free event.
INGLEBOROUGH CAVE
Ingleborough Cave IngleboroughAn underground experience for the whole family. Truly magnificent displays of stalactites, stalagmites, flowstones, pillars, fossils and other spectacular features. Adult £13, child £6.50, family £37. seniors citzen£11.50.The prices below £2.50 per Adult & £1.00 per Child (3-15) for Ingleborough Estate Nature Trail, which is the most direct route to the cave.
The Absolute Abba Brunch
Pendle Heritage Centre Barrowfod, ColneJoin us for an afternoon of Abba hits with our live tribute act 'Absolute Abba' whilst enjoying afternoon brunch buffet. Hear all your favourite Abba hits and get ready to rock out in the barn in this 2 and a half hour amazing experience!
Absolute Bowie
The Grand Theatre 18 York Street, ClitheroeWith an electrifying performance from our main Starman, and theatrical mid-set costume ch-ch-ch-anges, Absolute Bowie will take you on a musical journey through the greatest hits of David Bowie with their huge stage show.
Jo Caulfield – Here Comes Trouble
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonVoted Comedians’ Comedian of The Year 2021/2022, Jo Caulfield is quite simply one of the most consistently funny and creative comics in the country. Here Comes Trouble is 90 minutes of razor-sharp observations and scandalous one-liners, as Jo gets her claws into everything (and everyone) that annoys her.
Colne Legion Club – Live Entertainment
Colne Legion Club Keighley Road, ColneSaturday night entertainment at the Legion - Crawford & Brown - Male Vocal/Instrumentalist Duo.
Pretty Woman: The Musical
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsA sensational show that took London’s West End by storm, guaranteed to lift your spirits and light up your heart. Various times & prices.
Yoga with Kath Gibbons
Peter Birtwistle Community Centre Keighley Road, ColneYoga classes - all abilities welcome including beginners. Intensity low. Tues evenings and Saturday mornings. Booking required and for further details please contact Kath. Tel:0780865346
Blackpool Dance Festival
Winter Gardens BlackpoolThe Blackpool Dance Festival began in 1920 in the Empress Ballroom. The Festival covers Ballroom and Latin American dancing, incorporating the British Open Championships for Adult Amateur and Professional couples, plus Formation Teams. Various times & prices.
Frank Skinner 30 Years Of Dirt
King George’s Hall Northgate, BlackburnFollowing a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe and 7-nights at the Lyric Theatre in London’s West End, comic legend Frank Skinner is back with his critically acclaimed new show ‘30 Years of Dirt’.
SPIRIT OF SMOKIE
Barnoldswick Music & Art Centre Rainhall Road, BarnoldswickThe greatest hits tour.
Celine – My Heart Will Go On
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnThe concert is a stunning celebration of the music and one of the greatest singers of our time. Starring Alexandra Darby and an outstanding live band.
THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyDirect from it’s success in London’s West End, a sold out tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is back on the road!
Film Night – Wild Water
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery Haslington Road, RossendaleThis documentary film, directed by Ben Davis, allows us to enter the world of the cold water swimming community thriving by the highest beach in England at Gaddings Reservoir, Lumbutts. £7.50, concs £6.
Illegal Eagles
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonThe Illegal Eagles make a welcome return with a brand new production, promising more of their trademark musical prowess, acute attention to detail and incredible showmanship.
Volunteering Saturdays – Dry Stone Walling
Harwes Farm Foulridge, ColneDry stone walling is a heritage craft and here you will get chance to learn "how to", practice on a real wall (which is the real learning according to our oversight: walling master Mr Andy Lawson). Volunteering Saturdays are about everyone getting the chance to get out into the local countryside to volunteer for wellbeing! Packed lunch required. Free.
Colne Saturday Lego Club
Colne LibraryCalling all master builders and Lego enthusiasts! Come and share your passion and amazing creations at our Lego Club. For children and young people. Children under 8 must be accompanied. Every Sat 10am - 3pm. Drop in. Free.
The Real Thing
The Grand Theatre 18 York Street, ClitheroeThe Real Thing with original vocalists Chris Amoo & Dave Smith are on tour promoting their first new album of original material in 44 years ‘ A Brand New Day ‘ No 3 in Amazon best sellers.
Saturday Night Entertainment at the Legion
Colne Legion Club Keighley Road, ColneSaturday night entertainment at the Legion - Paul Greenwood Band - great young band.
Classic & Performance Motor Show
Lytham Hall Ballam Rd,, Lytham St Annes,, LancashireThe Great British Motor Show will be bring the best of classic and performance cars, bikes and commercials to Lytham Hall, for a spring bonanza. Adults £12.50 Accompanied children (3-15yrs) £5, Family (2 adults + up to 3 children) £30.
Steaming Day
Bancroft Mill Engine Museum Gillians Lane, BarnoldswickOn these days you can see our Engines and looms in operation, we have guided tours which explain the history of the mill, and the museum, and we aim to answer as many of your questions as we can. On Steaming Days our Café offers hot and cold drinks and cakes and free parking. Adult £6, concs £5, Ages 6 – 14 yrs £3. family £15, children under 6 – Free.
Rudding Park – Open Garden for NGS
Rudding Park Harrogate20 acres of attractive formal gardens, kitchen gardens and lawns around a Grade I Regency House extended and now used as an hotel. Humphry Repton parkland. Formal gardens designed by Jim Russell with extensive rhododendron and azalea planting. Contemporary designs by Matthew Wilson featuring grasses and perennials. Children free.
Clash of the crooners
Park Hill Barn Pendle Heritage Centre, Park Hill, BarrowfordFrank Sinatra vs Matt Monro featuring Russell Shaun & Alexander Stewart. Get ready for an afrernoon filled with classic hits, smooth vocals, and a nostalgic atmosphere that will transport you back to the golden era of music.
DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyPendle Academy are proud to present their next exciting showcase - Dance The Night Away! Immerse yourself in an evening of dazzling entertainment, as our talented dancers take to the stage for one night only to celebrate their love of dance.
FAMILY FITNESS CLASSES
Pendle Leisure Centre Crown Way, ColneSpend some quality time together – whether it’s with parents, grandparents, auntie or uncle, brother or sister – and bond doing sports and exercise as a family. Establish a healthy habit – your children copy everything you do, the good and the bad!.. So lead by example and show them the fun a healthy lifestyle brings. Further details contact Pendle leisure centre for dates.
Low Cost Café – Colne Citadel
Colne Citadel Market Street, Colne.Low Cost Café, warm safe space. All are welcome. Mon,Tues, Thurs & Fri. 10am - 2pm.
Shared Reading Group
Colne LibraryMake 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. Chatting about what has been read over "a brew and a biscuit" is a big part of the group. All printed materials are provided at each meeting - no books to borrow or buy and no reading to a deadline! Every Wed 2.15pm - 3.15pm.
Country Roads
Bridgewater Hall Lower Mosley Street, ManchesterCome with us to the place you belong as we celebrate the Kings and Queens of country music, inviting audiences to enjoy the biggest and best songs of the genre, including 9 to 5, The Gambler, Walk the Line, Rhinestone Cowboy, Ring of Fire, Walkin’ After Midnight and more. £33.50 - £40.
50’s & 60’s Atlantic Hits
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxOur band is not a “Tribute” to any one performer, as we cover a large repertoire of songs and instrumental pieces from the many great artistes of the 50’s & 60’s. both from the UK and the USA.
Vintage 1940s Weekend
East Lancashire Railway 23a Bolton St, BuryIn 2024, the weekend is going to centre around the social and musical backdrop of life in Britain in the 1940s. We want to recreate the hope, the celebrations and the music of those bygone days, as well as the enormous pride everyone felt and continues to feel for the British and Allied forces for their sacrifice.
Beatrix
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesA promenade theatre production about Beatrix Potter. Enjoy the surroundings of the beautiful Lowther Gardens in the company of Peter Rabbit, Jemima, Jeremy Fisher and Squirrel Nutkins. 11.30am & 2.30pm.
Meet the Governor
Skipton Castle SkiptonCome and meet Sir John Mallory Governor of Skipton Castle during the English Civil War. Hear about the castle's siege and skirmishes its garrison have already fought and how the King's cause is faring in Yorkshire.
SWEET CAROLINE – A TRIBUTE TO NEIL DIAMOND
Winter Gardens BlackpoolThe show will take you for one special evening, back to where it began. A musical journey celebrating 50 years of some of the greatest songs ever written. Various prices.
Brockholes Wedding Fair
Brockholes Nature Reserve Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston.Perfect for the couples looking for that something a little bit different for their big day, we have around 30 fabulous local businesses joining us too. You can't help but fall in love with this impressive floating wedding venue! Free entry.
Milkshake Live On Holiday
St. George's Hall BradfordJoin your favourite Milkshake! friends on Holiday with Dora, Pip and Posey, Blue from Blues Clues and You!, Milo, Milkshake! Monkey plus two of your Milkshake! presenters for an all-new adventure! 12pm & 3.30pm.
SIX – Musical
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsThe crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash-hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Leeds following two sell-out visits! Various times. £30- £49.
High Jinx
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonA show jam packed with amazing tricks, grand illusions and crazy circus thrills, presented by Michael Jordan and the fantastic High Jinx dancers. Adult £12, family £45.
Twilight Walk from Trawden
Trawden Community CentreEach walk is led by a volunteer who has been trained by Pendle Leisure Trust. Suitable clothing and footwear should be worn for all walks. Meet opposite The Trawden Arms at 6.30pm. Free. Contact Jennifer Little 07732 913617 for further details.
GUIDED WALK FROM FOULRIDGE
Four Elephants Restaurant Foulridge, ColneEach walk is led by a volunteer who has been trained by Pendle Leisure Trust. Suitable clothing and footwear should be worn for all walks. Free. Contact Ian Lowcock for further details. Tel: 07956 516177.
The Simon and Garfunkel Story
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnThe Simon & Garfunkel Story continues to stun audiences across the globe, making it a must-see international sensation.
Guided Walk form Colne Library
Colne LibraryEach walk is led by a volunteer who has been trained by Pendle Leisure Trust. Suitable clothing and footwear should be worn for all walks. 2pm from Colne library. Free. For further details contact Jennifer Little 07732 913617.
Castleford Roman Festival
Castleford Town Centre CastlefordCome along on Sat 1st June to celebrate Castleford’s Roman heritage during a family fun day. Explore a roman-themed market with demonstrations, family activities, street food, roman trails, photo opportunities and plenty of street entertainment. Free.
Kelbrook Fell Race
Kelbrook & Sough Village Hall Dotcliffe Road, KelbrookKelbrook fell race is on the 1st June and this is the 5th race in the Pendle and Burnley Grand Prix Series. The race starts at 10:30 am and the entry fee is £6.00. It is a mixture of road, trail and fell. It is 5.5km / 3.4 miles long, with 213m / 699 ft of ascent. Refreshments available in village hall 10am - 12pm.
Chorley Food and Drink Festival
Chorley Town Centre ChorleyYour favourite food festival with a twist, visitors can enjoy local and independent food traders and see heritage-style entertainment!
A Weekend to Remember
Astley Hall Park Road, Chorley'A Weekend to Remember' will allow visitors to go back through time and celebrate life in Chorley through the decades and to celebrate the much-loved Astley Hall on its 100th anniversary! Community parade and activities for all to enjoy at Astley Hall and Park.
Mini Beasties Hunt and Mini Bug Crafts at Clitheroe Castle
Clitheroe Castle & Museum Castle Hill, ClitheroeIt's June and it will soon be National Insect Week. Insects are amazing creatures and this month Clitheroe Castle are celebrating by hiding marvellous mini bugs around the museum. You can also join in with the mini beast crafts too. Museum admissions apply. All children go free.