8 October 2022 to 10 December 2022
THE FORBIDDEN CORNER
The Forbidden Corner, Tupgill Park Estate, Middleham,
Leyburn
The 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. Ideal for the adventurers and those young at heart! Admission is by pre-booked tickets only.
8 October 2022 to 10 December 2022.
theforbiddencorner.co.uk.
20 October 2022 to 31 December 2022
HAPPA
Happa, Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,,
Burnley
A hidden delight set in acres of green space, overlooking the Thursden Valley in Burnley. Although primarily the home of HAPPA (Horses and Ponies Protection Association), the site provides everything that you would expect from a first-class award-winning tourist attraction destination. An onsite café serves delicious homemade food and cakes. Keep your children entertained by playing on the outdoor park or find HAPPA Fergus on the Facts With Fergus Trail. Open daily.
20 October 2022 to 31 December 2022.
https://www.happa.org.uk/
22 October 2022 to 18 December 2022
SELMA MAKELA – Future Haunting
Spring Antics in the Museum, Haslingden Road,
Rossendale
Exhibition - Selma Makela's Future Haunting at The Whitaker will include paintings developed from a rare collection of 19th-century glass slides of alpine climbers on Glaciers, as well as work derived from meteorological and geological phenomena. Wed - Sun: 10am - 4pm. Late night Thurs until 8pm. Free.
22 October 2022 to 18 December 2022.
https://www.thewhitaker.org/
1 November 2022 to 19 February 2023
THE LION KING
The Palace Theatre ,
Manchester
The Lion King Musical transports audiences to a dazzling world that explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and enchanting music. At its heart is the powerful and moving story of Simba - the epic adventure of his journey from wide-eyed cub to his destined role as King of the Pridelands. 7.30pm, Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm. £20 - £85.
1 November 2022 to 19 February 2023.
https://www.manchestertheatres.com/
4 November 2022 to 8 January 2023
VAN GOGH ALIVE
Regency Hall, Bradford
This autumn, Bradford’s Grade II listed heritage events space, Regency Hall, will host the Yorkshire premiere of Van Gogh Alive, ‘the world’s most visited immersive, multi-sensory experience’ that exhibits the life and work of the seminal Dutch artist. Experience over 3,000 images from the artist that are spectacularly presented with stunning detail, including iconic works like Starry Night, Sunflowers and lesser-known paintings that were inspired by his love of Japanese woodprints. Various times and prices.
4 November 2022 to 8 January 2023.
https://vangoghaliveuk.com/bradford
4 November 2022 to 31 December 2022
YORKSHIRE AIR MUSEUM
Yorkshire Air Museum, Halifax Way, Elvington,
York
Yorkshire Air Museum has a lot to offer, take a look round and discover the museum and the surrounding areas. From squadrons to sandwiches and everything inbetween. Gift shop and cafe. Open daily except Wednesdays. (Closed: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.) Adult £12, child 4 - 17 yrs £5, family £30. Tickets offer free re-entry for 12 months.
4 November 2022 to 31 December 2022.
https://yorkshireairmuseum.org/
18 November 2022 to 28 January 2023
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY – THE MUSICAL
Leeds Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill,
Leeds
Roald Dahl’s devilishly delicious tale of young golden ticket winner Charlie Bucket and wild confectionary wizard Willy Wonka will take you to a world of pure imagination this festive season. This dazzling reinvention of the successful West End and Broadway musical transports the show to mouth-watering new heights. Various times. £14 - £55.
18 November 2022 to 28 January 2023.
https://leedsplayhouse.org.uk/
19 November 2022 to 17 December 2022
CREATIVE CATCH-UP
Bury Art Museum, Moss Street,
Bury
A free casual creative session where you can bring along your current art projects to share or get inspired and make marks with materials provided. This is a relaxed opportunity to feel encouraged and get arty for all ages. Monthly sessions. 19th Nov & 17th Dec. Free.
19 November 2022 to 17 December 2022.
19 November 2022 to 11 February 2023
STARGAZING BENEATH INGLEBOROUGH
Ingleborough Cave ,
Ingleborough
Join Pete Collins from Diamond Skies for a guided tour of the Dales night sky, and experience the Ingleborough Estate Nature Trail as never before. The evening will commence in The Old Sawmill Café, at the entrance to the trail, with a talk by Pete. 19th Nov, 14th Jan & 11th Feb. The event is suitable for children.
£15.
19 November 2022 to 11 February 2023.
https://ingleboroughcave.co.uk/
23 November 2022 to 15 January 2023
ALADDIN
Harrogate Theatre, Oxford Street,
Harrogate
Harrogate – your magical carpet ride awaits! Times are tough for Aladdin and his poor mum Widow Twankey. That is until Aladdin finds an enchanted lamp with magical powers that can make all his wishes come true. Various times & prices.
23 November 2022 to 15 January 2023.
https://www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk/
24 November 2022 to 10 December 2022
LE MISERABLES
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate,
Leeds
This brilliant new staging has taken the world by storm and has been hailed as “Les Mis for the 21st Century”. Seen by over 120 million people worldwide in 52 countries and in 22 languages, Les Misérables is undisputedly one of the world’s most popular musicals. 7.30pm. Wed, Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £25 -£79.
24 November 2022 to 10 December 2022.
https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/
24 November 2022 to 31 December 2022
ROBIN HOOD
The Dukes, Moor Lane,
Lancaster
Robin Hood is hot on the Sheriff’s heels and needs you to join his merry gang and help defeat the evil Sheriff. Are you ready for battle? Then join us for a tale featuring swords, sorcery and song! Romance and robbery! Archery and acrobatics! Derring-do and sheep pooh! Not to mention the infamous sea serpent of Morecambe! Various times & prices.
24 November 2022 to 31 December 2022.
https://dukeslancaster.org/
25 November 2022 to 8 January 2023
DICK WHITTINGTON – The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto
City Varieties Music Hall, 46 New Briggate,
Leeds
Presented by Leeds Heritage Theatres you’ll be wowed by this breath-taking production which mixes traditional elements of audience participation and corny gags with a jukebox full of classic rock anthems and chart-toppers, all performed live on stage by our ultra-talented cast of actor-musicians. Various times. £30 - £14.
25 November 2022 to 8 January 2023.
https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/
26 November 2022 to 24 December 2022
SANTA’S SPECIALS 2022
East Lancashire Railway, 23a Bolton St,
Bury
Kick start your Christmas on one of our famous Santa Specials and treat the family to an enchanting voyage through the magical Irwell Valley! There’s more family fun, colourful characters and seasonal surprises than you can fit under a Christmas tree. Every weekend from 26th Nov to 18th Dec then 20th - 24th Dec. Various times and prices.
26 November 2022 to 24 December 2022.
https://www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk/
26 November 2022 to 24 December 2022
ELF EXPLORER
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road,
Haworth
Join us on the Elf Explorer for a magical experience this Christmas. Your experience begins when you arrive at Oxenhope station and are taken exploring through a winter wonderland by an Elf from the North Pole. You’ll then be able to write a list for Santa before boarding a steam train named The Elf Explorer for a fun-filled adventure with Father Christmas and his helpers. Every weekend from 26th Nov - 18th Dec and 22nd - 24th Dec. Various times.
26 November 2022 to 24 December 2022.
https://kwvr.co.uk/
26 November 2022 to 24 December 2022
FIRST CLASS SANTA SPECIALS
Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway, Bolton Abbey,
Skipton
Celebrate Christmas in style this year, with our amazing First Class Santa Specials. This experience includes a full hour of Christmas entertainment on board a steam train!Whilst enjoying your ride on board our Steam Train, you can enjoy a complimentary Hot Chocolate and a gingerbread reindeer for each child. You also receive a boxed festive mug and a 2-4-1 ticket to return to our railway in 2022! Every weekend from 26th Nov - 11th Dec, then 17th - 24th Dec.
26 November 2022 to 24 December 2022.
https://www.embsayboltonabbeyrailway.org.uk/
27 November 2022 to 24 December 2022
THORNTON HALL CHRISTMAS ADVENTURE
Thornton Hall Country Park, Thornton in Craven,
Barnoldswick
Our Thornton Hall Christmas Adventure for 2022 sees the return of tradition, pure magic and mystery. Get ready to immerse yourself in the true wonders of Christmas and all the magic it brings. Wrap up warm and prepare to be amazed on a magical journey as you join your very own Elf for 2022 ‘A Thornton Hall Christmas Adventure’. Various times throughout the day.
27 November 2022 to 24 December 2022.
www.thorntonhallfarm.co.uk
28 November 2022 to 3 December 2022
THE MOUSETRAP – 70th Anniversary Tour
Opera House, Manchester ,
Manchester
Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap is the world's longest-running play. This thrilling West End production is the genre-defining murder mystery from the best-selling novelist of all time... case closed! 7.30pm. Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm. £13 - £50.50.
28 November 2022 to 3 December 2022.
29 November 2022 to 3 December 2022
GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY
The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street,
Bradford
Celebrated playwright Conor McPherson (The Weir, The Seafarer) boldly reimagines the legendary songs of Bob Dylan, like you’ve never heard them before, in Girl From The North Country. A heart-breaking and universal story about family and love, hailed by the Observer as the 'No. 1 theatre show of the year'. 7.30pm. Wed mat 2pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £23 - £44.50.
29 November 2022 to 3 December 2022.
https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/
2 December 2022 to 1 January 2023
JACK & THE BEANSTALK
Albert Halls, Victoria Square,
Bolton
Polka Dot Pantomimes in association with the Albert Halls present Jack and the Beanstalk - the hilarious Pantomime adventure. With a fabulous cast and the biggest Giant in pantoland it won’t cost you a bag of magic beans to see the best traditional family pantomime that is guaranteed to be FE-FI-FO-FUN for everyone! Various times. £18 - £22.
2 December 2022 to 1 January 2023.
https://www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/
2 December 2022 to 2 January 2023
ALL NEW ADVENTURES OF PETER PAN
York Theatre Royal, St. Leonard's Place,
York
All New Adventures of Peter Pan, co-produced with Evolution Productions and starring CBeebies’ Maddie Moate as Tinkerbell. Join us for a fun-packed swashbuckling family adventure with an extra sprinkling of fairy dust magic. Expect laughter, music and family fun galore. Various times £13 - £34.
2 December 2022 to 2 January 2023.
yorktheatreroyal.co.uK
2 December 2022 to 31 December 2022
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen St,
Huddersfield
With spectacular effects, a side-splitting script and musical numbers to get you mooo-ving, come join Jack as he climbs up the beanstalk in this enchanting Christmas adventure of epic proportions! Various times & prices.
2 December 2022 to 31 December 2022.
https://www.thelbt.org/
2 December 2022
WARM ROOM
Foulridge Village Hall, 6 Parkinson St,,
Foulridge
Free tea, coffee, biscuits and light lunch. Everyone welcome.
Free.
10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
foulridgeparishcouncil.org.uk
2 December 2022
Christmas Tree Festival
Halifax Minster, Halifax Minster, Church Street,
Halifax
Halifax Minster will be filled with the wonderful scent and magical sight of over 30 Christmas trees for this annual event. The trees have been sponsored and decorated by different families and organisations from across the town for everyone’s enjoyment. 2nd Dec - 5th Dec 10am - 4pm, & 11th Dec 12pm - 4pm. Adult £2, children free.
£2.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
facebook.com/HalifaxMinster
2 December 2022
BRONTE TREASURES BY CANDLELIGHT
Bronte Parsonage Museum, Church Street,
Haworth
An exclusive after-hours event to celebrate Christmas at the Parsonage. Join us for a glass of sherry, some Christmas cheer and the chance to see the Parsonage dressed for the Christmas season.
£25.
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
https://www.bronte.org.uk/
2 December 2022 to 23 December 2022
CHRISTMAS DINNER
East Lancashire Railway, 23a Bolton St,
Bury
Indulge in an enchanting evening meal complete with all the trimmings and festive foodie favourites. Dinner on our Christmas steam trains are the best way to celebrate the season in style. 2nd, 9th, 16th, 17th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd Dec.
£64.50.
2 December 2022 to 23 December 2022.
www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk
2 December 2022
DUSTY, CILLA, LULU, AND PET
Settle Victoria Hall, Kirkgate,
Settle
Four voices that defined a decade: Dusty Springfield, Cilla Black, Lulu and Petula Clark. Between them they had many of the very greatest songs of the 60s, all brilliantly performed by Samantha and her band.
£19.50.
8:00 pm.
https://www.settlevictoriahall.org.uk/
3 December 2022 to 11 December 2022
FAMILY THEATRE : Christmas in the Valley
Horse + Bamboo, Waterfoot,
Rossendale
Horse + Bamboo's retelling of a Christmas story, in a very familiar setting, will take you on a whirlwind adventure that will keep Christmas in your heart all the year. An immersive adventure through Rossendale Valley at Christmas, brought to life with animation, puppetry & live music. Ages 3yrs - 7yrs. 11am - 3pm. £8/£6.
3 December 2022 to 11 December 2022.
http://www.horseandbamboo.org/
3 December 2022 to 23 December 2022
SANTA’S GROTTO AT INGLEBOROUGH CAVE
Ingleborough Cave ,
Ingleborough
For our 2022 Santa’s Grotto, the time you book is the time that you should arrive at our new ticket foyer at The Old Sawmill Café at the start of Ingleborough Estate Nature Trail, a short 5 minute walk from the Yorkshire Dales National Park car park. You then have 75 minutes before your Santa Experience gathers at Ingleborough Cave, which is a 1.23 mile walk away. The Old Sawmill Cafe will be open all day for our Big Christmas BBQ! If you have visited our Santa’s Grotto before, you will know we don’t do Christmas by halves, so take it from us when we say this place is worth factoring in for lunch and/or a drink and something sweet! Adult £13, child £15.50. Booking essential for grotto.
3 December 2022 to 23 December 2022.
https://ingleboroughcave.co.uk/
3 December 2022 to 23 December 2022
Santa Train at Windmill Animal Farm
Windmill Animal Farm, Redcat Lane, Burscough,
Ormskirk
Visit Father Christmas on their railway! The Santa train ticket includes full access to all their fantastic farm attractions, were all the animals will definitely be in the festive spirit. On the return journey adults can look forward to complimentary hot drinks and home cakes from the coffee shop. 10am-5pm. Each compartment includes admission for a maximum of 4 people, including infants, for a total cost of £85. Booking is essential.
£85.
3 December 2022 to 23 December 2022.
windmillanimalfarm.co.uk
3 December 2022 to 30 December 2022
CINDERELLA – Christmas Panto
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate ,
Lancaster
Presented by Lancaster Footlights - Cinderella is a traditional family pantomime enhanced by lots of fantastic musical numbers, dancing, dazzling costumes and audience participation. Expect mayhem and magic. A Christmas treat not to be missed! Various times. £9.50/£10.50.
3 December 2022 to 30 December 2022.
https://lancastergrand.co.uk/
3 December 2022 to 14 January 2023
BETTY! A SORT OF MUSICAL
Royal Exchange Theatre, St Ann’s Square,
Manchester
As the first female speaker of the House of Commons, Betty Boothroyd is a Dewsbury girl to celebrate, and the six ladies (plus Calvin) of The Dewsbury Players are going to do just that... through the medium of musical theatre! 'Here's to a woman who conquered the murky world of Westminster with nothing but wit and gumption.. and enough hairspray to turn a tsunami into a kiss curl.' 7.30pm. Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm. Various prices.
3 December 2022 to 14 January 2023.
https://www.royalexchange.co.uk/
3 December 2022
Wargaming Day
Colne Gaming Corner, 6-7 Royal Arcade, Shackleton Hall, Church Street,
Colne
Get your game on! Have an army you want to try out? Have a game you want to play? Well book a table and get gaming! Entry £5 per person for a big gaming table.
£5.
12:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
facebook.com/colnegamingcorner
3 December 2022
CHRISTMAS CAVALCADE
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West,
Preston
Christmas Cavalcade - An Evening Of Festive Music. Playhouse Promotions presents another Great Evening of Entertainment for the Christmas Season raising funds for The Playhouse and featuring our friends The Freckleton Band and Singers from Preston Musical Comedy Society
£13.
7:30 pm.
prestonplayhouse.co.uk
3 December 2022 to 19 December 2022
DICK WHITTINGHAM – Adult Panto
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate ,
Lancaster
The Adult Panto team are flinging themselves into the festive spirit again as they bring more crazy Christmas chaos to the Lancaster Grand Theatre with their own special seasonal take on the tale of Dick Whittington.
£21.
3 December 2022 to 19 December 2022.
https://lancastergrand.co.uk/
4 December 2022 to 24 December 2022
A FATHER CHRISTMAS CRUISE
Hotel Rendezvous, Skipton
Join us aboard The Graceful Swan for a special Christmas cruise with Santa! 1.5 hour cruise along the Leeds Liverpool Canal. £20 per child - festive activities & Santa’s Grotto (includes a gift for each paying child). Hot chocolate and sweet treat included. Adult £10 includes tea, coffee and mulled wine. Under 2yrs go free. Every Sun in Dec plus Christmas Eve. 10am & 2pm.
4 December 2022 to 24 December 2022.
https://rendezvous-skipton.co.uk/
4 December 2022
CHRISTMAS MAKERS FAIR 2022
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
The market will take place in our beautifully restored Concert Hall and will coincide with the annual Christmas Market taking place on the High Street and Artisan Market at the Canal Basin. Be entertained by local musicians whilst you browse the stalls and relax with a mulled wine, bailey’s hot chocolate or mince pie in The Hub bar. Free entry.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
https://skiptontownhall.co.uk/
4 December 2022
FATHER CHRISTMAS NEEDS A WEE
The Muni Theatre ,
Colne
TaleGate Theatre Productions hit the perfect combination of witty humour, fantastic music and the extra sparkle for which they have become known in this fabulously funny and brilliantly bouncy musical adaptation of Nicholas Allan’s much loved book ‘Father Christmas Needs a Wee!’ There will be a meet and greet with Santa & Elfie and a free gift for every child. Adult £14.00, child £12, family £45.
2:00 pm.
https://www.themuni.co.uk/
5 December 2022
FINDS DAY WITH THE PORTABLE ANTIQUITIES SCHEME
Clitheroe Castle & Museum, Castle Hill,
Clitheroe
Did you know that thousands of archaeological objects are discovered every year by people going about their daily lives? Have you found a mystery object you'd like to identify? Drop in to see our amazing Finds Liaison Officers from Portable Antiquities Lancashire & Cheshire to find out more about your discoveries. Drop in.
11:00 am to 2:00 pm.
https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/
5 December 2022
WHITWORTH BRASS SEPTET
Leeds Cathedral, Great George St,
Leeds
After the ensemble’s first appearance last year, we’re delighted to welcome back the Whitworth Brass Septet from the RNCM to join Darius Battiwalla for virtuoso brass music and some seasonal items including carols for all to sing along. Free. No booking required.
1:15 pm to 2:10 pm.
https://www.leedsconcertseason.co.uk/
5 December 2022
ALBERT NOBBS
Colne Little Theatre, River Street,
Colne
Ticket bookings are now open for this adult comedy.
£7.50.
7:30 pm.
colnelittletheatre.uk
5 December 2022 to 10 December 2022
BLT – TWELFTH NIGHT
Bingley Little Theatre, Bingley Arts Centre,
Bingley
Twelfth Night is one of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies – a tale of disguise, romance and packed with unforgettable characters, it is sure to be a seasonal delight.
5 December 2022 to 10 December 2022.
https://www.bingleyartscentre.co.uk/
6 December 2022
Get Help with NHS Healthy Start
Colne Library
NHS Healthy Start gives families the best start in life by providing help, through a pre-paid Healthy Start card, to buy basic foods. If you’re more than 10 weeks pregnant or have a child under 4, the Healthy Start scheme can help you buy healthy foods like milk or fruit and get free vitamins. Staff at these drop-in digital support sessions will help you to find out if you are eligible and support you to apply online.
Free.
10:00 am to 12:00 pm.
events.lancashire.gov.uk
6 December 2022
CHRISTMAS CAROL SERVICE
Pendle Heritage Centre, Barrowfod,
Colne
Join us for our annual Christmas Carol Service in the atmospheric and festive Cruck Barn.
Free.
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm.
info@pendleheritagecentre.co.uk
7 December 2022 to 31 December 2022
STICK MAN
Leeds Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill,
Leeds
Touching, funny and utterly original, Freckle Productions’ delightful adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Stick Man. This award-winning production, from the team behind Zog and the Flying Doctors, Zog, Tiddler and other Terrific Tales, and Tabby McTat features a trio of top actors and is packed full of puppetry, songs, live music and funky moves. 10.30am, 1pm & 4pm. £14 -£21.
7 December 2022 to 31 December 2022.
https://leedsplayhouse.org.uk/
7 December 2022 to 8 January 2023
ROOM ON THE BROOM
The Lowry, Pier 8, The Quays,
Salford
Jump on board the broom with the witch and her cat in Tall Stories’ fun-filled adaptation of Room on the Broom, the best-selling picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Will there ever be room on the broom for everyone? Find out in the magical Olivier Award nominated show for everyone aged 3 and up. 10.30am & 1pm.
£21.
7 December 2022 to 8 January 2023.
https://thelowry.com/
7 December 2022
WREATH MAKING AT HOLMES MILL
Holmes Mill,, Greenacre Street,
Clitheroe
Wreath making class with Mad Florists. Your ticket includes mulled wine, mince pies and festive canapés, as well as all your wreath making materials.
£60.
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
https://vouchers.jamesplaces.co.uk/
8 December 2022
ANYTHING FOR LOVE – The Meat Loaf Story
St. George’s Hall ,
Bradford
The highly acclaimed Steve Steinman brings you his brand-new production featuring over 25 of Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman’s greatest hits, with special guest star Lorraine Crosby, the female lead vocalist on Meat Loaf’s Grammy Award winning song and No 1 hit the world over I Would Do Anything For Love (But I Won’t Do That).
£34.50.
7:30 pm.
https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/
8 December 2022
BLACKBURN CHAMBER CHOIR AT CHRISTMAS
Spring Antics in the Museum, Haslingden Road,
Rossendale
We are excited to be welcoming back the amazing Blackburn Chamber Choir performing their Christmas programme.
£12.
7:30 pm.
https://www.thewhitaker.org/
9 December 2022 to 17 December 2022
KING ARTHUR – THE PANTO
Chorley Theatre, Dole Lane,
Chorley
A traditional family Pantomime featuring plenty of fun and silliness. Pantomime written and directed by Robert Walsh. Various times. Adults £12, Children £10. Family £39.
9 December 2022 to 17 December 2022.
https://chorleytheatre.com/