21 April 2023
CARL HUTCHINSON
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
Hutchinson 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. £16. 7:30 pm. https://dukeslancaster.org/

22 April 2023
Rapunzel
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax
Join 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. All day. www.victoriatheatre.co.uk/

22 April 2023
Guided History Walk
Hurst Green
A 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     10:15 am to 2:00 pm.

22 April 2023
Rio Gold
Halifax Playhouse, King Cross Street, Halifax
Rio 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. £12. 7:00 pm. https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/

22 April 2023
TOTALLY TINA
Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton
Come 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. £25. 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. https://www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/

22 April 2023
Simply Dylan
The Muni Theatre , Colne
Simply 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. 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm. https://www.themuni.co.uk/

23 April 2023
Rapunzel
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
Join 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. All day. https://blcgroup.co.uk/

23 April 2023
Tony Parkes Legends V Wright – TV Soap Stars
Clitheroe Football Club, Shawbridge St,, Clitheroe
Celebrity charity event with stars from Emmerdale & Hollyoaks and ex players from Blackburn Rovers & Blackpool. Marc Darcy charity cup. Adult £5.50, child £3.30.       2:00 pm. https://www.ents24.com/

24 April 2023 to 29 April 2023
Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate, Leeds
Direct 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. 24 April 2023 to 29 April 2023. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

24 April 2023
THE LEGENDS OF AMERICAN COUNTRY SHOW
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
Now 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. £23.50. 7:30 pm. https://blcgroup.co.uk/

25 April 2023
PILATES AT TRAWDEN COMMUNITY CENTRE
Trawden Community Centre
Pilates class weekly on a Tuesday. Why not come along join in the fun and meet like minded people from our community. Tel: 07763506101. 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. www.trawdenforest.com/

26 April 2023
The James Oliver Band
Barnoldswick Music & Art Centre, Rainhall Road, Barnoldswick
James plays blues, rockabilly, rock and country…it's all here in one explosive pickin package'.  Prepare to be blown away. £12.50. 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm. https://www.barnoldswickmusicandartscentre.com/

26 April 2023
Test Match Special Live: The Ashes
St. George’s Hall, Bridge Street, Bradford
After 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. 7:30 pm. https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/

26 April 2023 to 29 April 2023
Gaslight
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
Gas 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. £11. 26 April 2023 to 29 April 2023. https://prestonplayhouse.co.uk/

27 April 2023
ROH LIVE: THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO
Everyman Cinema, Holmes Mill, Clitheroe
Servants 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.         6:30 pm. https://www.everymancinema.com/

28 April 2023 to 1 May 2023
Ribble Valley Jazz & Blues Festival 2023
The Grand Theatre, 18 York Street, Clitheroe
It 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. 28 April 2023 to 1 May 2023. https://www.thegrandvenue.co.uk/

29 April 2023 to 30 April 2023
Blackpool Model Tramway Exhibition
Solaris Centre, Harrowside, New south Promenade, Blackpool
Layouts & Displays, Demonstrations, Trade Support, Refreshments available. Sat 29th April 10am - 5pm, Sun 30th April 10am - 4pm. Adults £6, child £4. 29 April 2023 to 30 April 2023.

29 April 2023
OH WHAT A NIGHT!
Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton
OH 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.       8:00 am to 10:00 pm. https://www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/

29 April 2023
One-Day Painting Retreat
1 Hirst |Mill, Hirst Mill Crescent, Saltaire
One-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.             £120. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. https://saltaireartschool.co.uk/

29 April 2023
BILLY OCEAN
Opera House, Winter Gardens, Blackpool
Billy 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.         7:00 pm. https://www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk/

29 April 2023
Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra
St. George’s Hall, Bridge Street, Bradford
Bradford Festival Choral Society and Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra bring you a sublime evening of classical masterpieces.  £16.50 - £33. 7:30 pm. https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/

29 April 2023
The Diana Ross Story: In The Name of Love
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax
The 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. £28.25. 7:30 pm. www.victoriatheatre.co.uk/

1 May 2023
Super Soap Box Challenge
Bradford City Centre, Various venues, Bradford
Come 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. All day. https://www.visitbradford.com/

1 May 2023 to 31 October 2023
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 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.       1 May 2023 to 31 October 2023. https://www.theforbiddencorner.co.uk/

1 May 2023 to 8 May 2023
Coronation Afternoon Tea
Castle Howard Estate , York
To 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. 1 May 2023 to 8 May 2023. https://www.castlehoward.co.uk/

1 May 2023 to 31 May 2023
KINGS CORONATION AFTERNOON TEA
BARTON MANOR HOTEL SPA, Garstang Road, Preston
Come 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. £22.95. 1 May 2023 to 31 May 2023. https://www.bartonmanorhotel.co.uk/

1 May 2023 to 17 June 2023
Sidor Avoda: From the Kibbutz to the Calendar Girls’ Yorkshire
Skipton Town Hall, High Street, Skipton
Celebrating 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. 1 May 2023 to 17 June 2023. https://skiptontownhall.co.uk/

1 May 2023
Bank Holiday Spectacular
Affinity Lancashire Outlet, Anchorage Road, Fleetwood
Come 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!       12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. https://affinitylancashire.com/

1 May 2023
RVJB Festival Present Swing City Big Band
St. Mary’s Centre, Church Street, Clitheroe
Swing 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. £12.50. 4:30 pm. https://www.thegrandvenue.co.uk/

1 May 2023 to 6 May 2023
Jack of Diamonds
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
A comedy by Marcia Cash and Douglas Hughes. Directed by Mike Ellison. £10. 1 May 2023 to 6 May 2023. http://www.keighleyplayhouse.co.uk/

2 May 2023 to 6 May 2023
Peter James’ Wish You Were Dead
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate, Leeds
Adapted 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. 2 May 2023 to 6 May 2023. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

2 May 2023 to 6 May 2023
Julius Caesar
The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford
The 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.         2 May 2023 to 6 May 2023. https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/

2 May 2023
Clitheroe Country Market
Clitheroe United Reformed Church, Castlegate, Clitheroe
Clitheroe Country Market every Tuesday morning between March and Dec.  Lots of homemade, hand crafted and home grown produce from this local cooperative social enterprise.         9:30 am to 12:00 pm. https://www.visitlancashire.com/

2 May 2023 to 6 May 2023
LADOS presents Sister Act
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
This 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 £16. 2 May 2023 to 6 May 2023. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

3 May 2023 to 7 May 2023
Hunt For The Royal Jewels
Gawthorpe Hall, Burnley Road, Padiham
Can 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. 3 May 2023 to 7 May 2023. https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/

3 May 2023
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
St. George’s Hall , Bradford
Personally 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. 7:30 pm. https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/

4 May 2023 to 6 May 2023
Abigail’s Party
The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport
Abigail’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. 4 May 2023 to 6 May 2023. https://www.theatkinson.co.uk/

4 May 2023
NOT SO CRAFTY
The Open Door Centre, 1 Great George Street, Colne
Our 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. 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. https://www.opendoorcentre.org.uk/

4 May 2023
The D-Day Darlings: King’s Coronation Tour
City Varieties Music Hall, 46 New Briggate, Leeds
To 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! £24. 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com

4 May 2023
Sarah Smout – Eyjar
Skipton Town Hall, High Street, Skipton
  Sarah is a cellist-singer and environmental activist, creating music and poetry deeply rooted in nature and place.  Adult £12.50, under 18s £10.   7:30 pm. https://skiptontownhall.co.uk/

5 May 2023 to 7 May 2023
Crafty Dogg’s Beer Festival
King’s Hall, Station Road, Ilkley
Crafty 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. 5 May 2023 to 7 May 2023. https://craftydoggevents.com/

5 May 2023 to 14 May 2023
Garstang Walking Festival 2023
Garstang , Preston
With 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! 5 May 2023 to 14 May 2023. www.wyre.gov.uk/garstangwalkingfestival

5 May 2023
Coldplace – The World’s Leading Tribute to Coldplay
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes
The 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. 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. https://lowtherpavilion.co.uk/

5 May 2023
Skipton Comedy Live
Skipton Town Hall, High Street, Skipton
Join 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). £10. 8:00 pm. https://skiptontownhall.co.uk/

6 May 2023 to 31 May 2023
Flying Scotsman Centenary
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth
The 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. 6 May 2023 to 31 May 2023. https://kwvr.co.uk/

6 May 2023
Coronation of King Charles III Live Stream
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes
To 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. All day. https://lowtherpavilion.co.uk/

6 May 2023 to 11 May 2023
Visit The Legends Cab
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth
It’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. 6 May 2023 to 11 May 2023. https://flyingscotsmanfestival.co.uk/

6 May 2023
The Coronation Stream
Bradford Cathedral, 1 Stott Hill, Bradford
On 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.     All day. https://bradfordcathedral.org.uk/

6 May 2023
King Charles Coronation Celebrations
The Piece Hall, 1 Blackledge, Halifax
To 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. All day. https://www.thepiecehall.co.uk/

6 May 2023 to 7 May 2023
King Charles III Cornonation Weekend at Yorkshire Air Museum
Yorkshire Air Museum, Halifax Way, Elvington, York
We'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. 6 May 2023 to 7 May 2023. https://yorkshireairmuseum.org/