4 March 2023 to 1 January 2024
The Brontës And The Wild
Bronte Parsonage Museum, Church Street,
Haworth
Our 2023 exhibition, The Brontës and the Wild, considers how landscape, weather and the natural world play an important role in the lives and work of the Brontës.
4 March 2023 to 1 January 2024.
https://www.bronte.org.uk/
5 March 2023 to 3 December 2023
Real Food Ilkley Market
The Grove ,
Ilkley
Real Food Ilkley offers produce from fresh bread, cakes and gluten free bakes to curry sauces, cheeses, condiments and crepes. Stalls also include organic meat and veg, brownies, truffles and herbs from local producers and independent retailers. First Sun of every month.
5 March 2023 to 3 December 2023.
https://realfoodmarkets.co.uk/
30 March 2023 to 21 December 2023
Woof Shack
Happa, Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,,
Burnley
Free social group for dogs and their people. Planned regular walks, games, specialist talks, advice and much more. Last Thursday of every month.
30 March 2023 to 21 December 2023.
https://www.happa.org.uk/
12 May 2023 to 31 December 2023
Redcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios, Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village,
Nelson
Courses/workshops are available in kiln formed glass, kiln formed glass jewellery, lampwork glass beadmaking, silverclay and silver jewellery. Courses and taster sessions are available throughout the year from just £30. Booking required.
12 May 2023 to 31 December 2023.
https://redcurrantglass.co.uk/
11 September 2023 to 6 November 2023
YOGA
Kelbrook & Sough Village Hall, Dotcliffe Road,
Kelbrook
Yoga session held every Monday at Kelbrook & Sough Village Hall. Feel free to come along and join us.
11 September 2023 to 6 November 2023.
kelbrookvillagehall.org.uk
12 September 2023 to 14 November 2023
GAMES & SOCIAL CLUB
Glusburn Community & Arts Centre, Colne Road,
Glusburn
Come along and enjoy a informal afternoon playing your favourite games, or just enjoying a hot drink and a chat. Every Tues 1.30pm - 3.30pm. £2.50 including refreshments. Tel: 07834 713735. (Derek Blackwell).
12 September 2023 to 14 November 2023.
gicac.org.uk
23 September 2023 to 25 November 2023
Art Workshops with Kerry Newell
WWT Martin Mere, Fish Lane, Burscough,
Nr Ormskirk
Kerry's workshops cater for all artistic abilities, even if you feel you have none. Beginner or more advanced, you’ll be pleasantly surprised at just how much can be achieved in one day. 21st Sept, 23rd Oct & 25th Nov.
£60.
23 September 2023 to 25 November 2023.
wwt.org.uk
1 October 2023 to 5 November 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! Adult £16.50, child £14.40. Pre-booking required.
1 October 2023 to 5 November 2023.
https://www.theforbiddencorner.co.uk/
21 October 2023 to 4 November 2023
Hansel and Gretel
Victoria Hall, Bolton
Hansel and Gretel find themselves lost in the depths of the forbidden woods while looking for their father. Little do they know the wicked old witch is looking for her next tasty victim. Various times.
£5.
21 October 2023 to 4 November 2023.
victoriahallbolton.co.uk
28 October 2023 to 5 November 2023
Spooky Streets
Abbey House Museum, Abbey Walk, Kirkstall,
Leeds
Experience our Victorian Streets spookily decorated for Halloween and find the creepy creatures with a terrifying family trail! Tues - Fri & Sun 10am - 5pm, Sat 12pm - 5pm.
28 October 2023 to 5 November 2023.
museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk
28 October 2023 to 5 November 2023
Halloween
Mother Shipton’s Cave, Prophecy Lodge, High Bridge,
Knaresborough
Come one, come all for a freakishly fun Halloween experience at Mother Shipton's Creepy Carnival trail! Step right up and prepare to be thrilled and amazed by hauntingly captivating displays and spine-tingling surprises. Various ticket options.
28 October 2023 to 5 November 2023.
mothershipton.co.uk
28 October 2023 to 5 November 2023
Pirates and highwaymen
Royal Armouries Museum, Armouries Drive,,
Leeds
Come and hear some great adventure stories and enjoy lots of live combats, plus loads of fun activities to keep the kids out of mischief. And there’ll be no daylight robbery as admission to the museum is free.
28 October 2023 to 5 November 2023.
royalarmouries.org
31 October 2023 to 4 November 2023
The Woman In Black
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
The Woman in Black brilliantly delivers atmosphere, illusion and horror! Experience the thrill and excitement of this critically-acclaimed international theatre event. 7.30pm. Thurs & Sat mat 2pm. £17.50 - £37.50.
31 October 2023 to 4 November 2023.
blackpoolgrand.co.uk
31 October 2023 to 4 November 2023
Blood Brothers
The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street,
Bradford
Written by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of two twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences. 7.30pm, mat 2pm. £18 - £43.50.
31 October 2023 to 4 November 2023.
bradford-theatres.co.uk
2 November 2023 to 11 November 2023
The Incident Room
Ilkley Playhouse, Weston Road,
Ilkley
The Incident Room highlights the failures, prejudices, and limitations of policing in the 1970s that enabled killer Peter Sutcliffe to take the lives of 13 women and terrorise countless others. This play is pacy, dark, and illuminating. A must-see for everybody, but especially those of us that lived through it. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. £5 - £13.
2 November 2023 to 11 November 2023.
ilkleyplayhouse.co.uk
2 November 2023 to 4 November 2023
A Joke
The Dukes, Moor Lane,
Lancaster
An Englishman, an Irishman and a Scotsman walk into a joke...Three characters, apparently born into a void with no memory, must work out who and where they are. Are they the constituents of a joke, or a story, or is the joke ultimately on them? Sat mat 2pm. £9 - £14.
2 November 2023 to 4 November 2023.
dukeslancaster.org
3 November 2023 to 4 November 2023
Matilda
Darwen Library Theatre, Knott Street,
Darwen
Ashleigh's Dance & Theatre Academy proudly present their 1st Musical Theatre Production, Matilda Jr. 7pm, Sat mat 2pm.
£13.
3 November 2023 to 4 November 2023.
bwdvenues.com
4 November 2023 to 5 November 2023
Gruffalo Family Fun Day
East Lancashire Railway, 23a Bolton St,
Bury
Meet the Gruffalo at intervals on each day at Bury Transport Museum. There will also be a host of other family fun activities including fun fair rides, face painters, craft activities and more. Ticket Price includes a ride on any train services on the day of your visit – no need to book separately, just pick a time that suits you on the day. Adult £16, child £15, under 2s free.
4 November 2023 to 5 November 2023.
eastlancsrailway.org.uk
4 November 2023
Yorkshire Health & Wellbeing Festival
Victoria Hall, Keighley ,
Keighley
Explore complementary health practitioners and stalls, many offering taster sessions and delightful samples available for purchase on the day. Entry includes all the talks and workshops. £3 online each or 6 for £12 or £5 on the door.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
jodiannelaw.com
4 November 2023
Make a Mini Rocket
Gawthorpe Hall, Burnley Road,
Padiham
Crafts in the nursery for bonfire night. Come and have a go at making your own mini rocket model to blast off Bonfire Night. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Included in admission to the Hall (£6 adult, £4 concession, children under 16 free).
12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
lancashire.gov.uk
4 November 2023 to 24 November 2023
Fish & Chips Blackpool Heritage Tram Tour
Heritage Tram Tours,, North Pier & Tower Heritage Tram Stop,
Blackpool
Our 75-minute tour provides award-winning Fish & Chips from a traditional local chippy – Papas Fish & Chips – all onboard one of our Heritage Trams. This is one of the most unique ways to experience Blackpool as it combines the best sights, smells and tastes of our seaside town! Adult £12, child £7.
4 November 2023 to 24 November 2023.
4 November 2023
The Opera Boys – A Night at the Musicals
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd,
Blackburn
From timeless classics like Les Miserables, Phantom of The Opera and West Side Story, to modern smash hits such as Jersey Boys, We Will Rock You and The Greatest Showman, this is the perfect show for musical theatre lovers both young and old.
£21.50.
7:30 pm.
blackburnempire.com
4 November 2023
BBC Philharmonic – Wagner, Strauss and Mozart
The Bridgewater Hall, Lower Mosley Street,
Manchester
Kerem Hasan the conductor runs the gamut of emotions as we delve into the heart’s highs and lows in this rich romantic programme. £14.50 to £29.00.
7:30 pm.
bridgewater-hall.co.uk
4 November 2023
LOST IN MUSIC
Albert Halls, Victoria Square,
Bolton
Get ready to recreate the Magical 70’s and let us take you on a musical journey straight to the heart of Disco! This show boasts a sensational live band, incredibly talented cast and stunning vocals.
£28.50.
7:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
alberthalls-bolton.co.uk
4 November 2023
English Polyphonic Music
Blackburn Cathedral, Cathedral Close,
Blackburn
A feast of polyphonic choral music by composers enjoying major anniversaries in 2023, Byrd, Weelkes and Cornysh. £15 and £10.
7:30 pm to 9:40 pm.
blackburnchamberchoir.org
4 November 2023
STUART DAVID
Colne Legion Club, Keighley Road,
Colne
A welcome return for this most popular artiste. Come and enjoy a great night of live music.
8:30 pm to 11:30 pm.
colnelegionclub.co.uk
5 November 2023
Antiques, Vintage & Collectibles Fair
The Clarke Foley Centre, Cunliffe Road, Cunliffe Rd,
Ilkley
24 stalls selling a great variety of antiques, vintage and collectibles plus a cafe with delicious refreshments.
£1.
9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
visitbradford.com
5 November 2023
Halifax Choral Society present Mendelssohn’s Elijah
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street,
Halifax
Mendelssohn’s thrilling choral masterpiece charts the struggle of the Israelites to endure hardship and find God. This special performance, sung in English and conducted by Darius Battiwalla, combines the voices of the Halifax Choral Society and the Leeds Philharmonic Chorus, together with four professional soloists. The concert will be accompanied by the Skipton Building Society Camerata. £18 - £32.
6:30 pm to 9:15 pm.
victoriatheatre.co.uk
6 November 2023
Fashion Show
Bingley Arts Centre, Main Street,
Bingley
High Street clothing at affordable prices. Watch the runway models, get the look, drink the wine! Free glass of wine or soft drink upon entry.
6:30 pm.
bingleyartscentre.co.uk
7 November 2023 to 11 November 2023
Calendar Girls the Musical
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate,
Leeds
This brand-new production of the award-winning musical, written by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth, features a re-imagined book and new music! 7.30pm. Wed, Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £29 - £50.
7 November 2023 to 11 November 2023.
leedsheritagetheatres.com
7 November 2023 to 11 November 2023
Little Shop of Horrors
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate ,
Lancaster
The dark comedy musical presented by Lancaster Red Rose AODS. Sat mat 2.15pm.
£12.
7 November 2023 to 11 November 2023.
lancastergrand.co.uk
7 November 2023
Guided Walk – Lower Laithe
Parish Church, Church Street,
Haworth
Meet Daphne Allen at 10.30am on the steps of Haworth Parish Church for a varied circular walk with several stiles and a short climb up to Stanbury returning via the Duchy of Lumb Foot. 5 miles. Please bring a packed lunch.
10:30 am to 1:00 pm.
bradford.gov.uk
7 November 2023
Festive Wreath Workshop
The Croft House, 109-111 Main Street,,
Bingley
Join talented local florist Julia for a hugely enjoyable festive wreath making session in which she will help you create a unique wreath to display and enjoy this Christmas.
£45.
11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
eventbrite.co.uk
7 November 2023
The Royal Ballet: Don Quixote (12A)
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace,
Lytham St, Annes
This energetic 19th-century ballet is enlivened by Ludwig Minkus’ spirited score and is a wonderful showcase for the virtuosity of The Royal Ballet's Principal dancers. Created for The Royal Ballet a decade ago, Carlos Acosta’s exuberant production featuring Tim Hatley’s characterful designs brings the heat and romance of Cervantes' classic novel to life. Screening 3hrs 30mins.
£15.
7:15 pm to 10:45 pm.
lowtherpavilion.co.uk
8 November 2023 to 11 November 2023
Rope by Patrick Hamilton
Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square,
Leeds
Rope by Patrick Hamilton. The play that inspired Alfred Hitchcock, a pitch black comedy of murder and intrigue. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. Adult £15, concs £13.
8 November 2023 to 11 November 2023.
carriageworkstheatre.co.uk
8 November 2023
SUNDAY CLUB
St Michael and All Angels Church, Skipton Road,
Foulridge
Fun, stories and activities.
9:30 am to 10:00 am.
8 November 2023 to 12 November 2023
Artisan Winter Market
Harewood House, Harewood,
Leeds
For five days only, over 100 local makers, crafters and producers will fill Harewood’s North Park Walk for this special Artisan Winter Market. Tickets include entrance to the Artisan Winter Market and the grounds and gardens. Pre-booked £5, on the day £7 .50.
8 November 2023 to 12 November 2023.
harewood.org
8 November 2023
Steve Backshall – Ocean
King George’s Hall, Northgate,
Blackburn
Steve Backshall’s Ocean is a love letter to the most exciting environment on our planet – and a great way to learn more about what we need to do to save our seas. £21 - £28.
7:00 pm.
bwdvenues.com
8 November 2023
FESTIVAL OF LIGHT AND ANGELS
St Michael and All Angels Church, Skipton Road,
Foulridge
With Blackburn Chamber Choir and director John Robinson. Tickets from £10.
£10.
7:30 pm.
blackburnchamberchoir.org
8 November 2023
Holy Cow
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Storyteller Emily Hennessey and sitar player Sheema Mukherjee - This is performance storytelling & live music at its most accessible and engaging, bursting with humour, dance, ritual and an infectiously fun energy. £7.50 - £12.50.
7:30 pm to 9:15 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
9 November 2023 to 11 November 2023
High Times and Dirty Monsters
Leeds Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill,
Leeds
This raucous, radical, celebratory, and hard-hitting hip hop gig theatre show shares the good times and the not so good times of being young and disabled in 2023. Various times. £15 - £20.
9 November 2023 to 11 November 2023.
leedsplayhouse.org.uk
9 November 2023
Cottonshed Theatre Company: Beware of the Doll
The Whitaker, Haslingden Road,
Rawtenstall
Inspired by the Cabinet of Curiosities and taxidermy pieces at The Whitaker, this show has been expertly conceived and created by the children’s section (7-11 years) of this inclusive theatre group. Come along and experience the weird, scary and spooky side of theatre.
£5.
7:00 pm.
thewhitaker.org
9 November 2023
Ground Rules by Eric Chappell
Darwen Library Theatre, Knott Street,
Darwen
Eric Chappell’s comedy is by turns hilarious and poignant, preposterous and touching. By the end, nobody’s relationships – or perhaps even partners – will ever be the same again!
£19.50.
7:30 pm.
bwdvenues.com
9 November 2023
Rhys James – Split Milk
The Dukes, Moor Lane,
Lancaster
One of the final Mock The Week regulars and star of Live At The Apollo, Rhys’s previous tour sold out over 70 dates nationwide.
£18.
7:30 pm.
dukeslancaster.org
9 November 2023
Gary Delaney: Gary in Punderland
Square Chapel Arts Centre, 10 Square Road,
Halifax
Get ready to dive into a rabbit hole of the best jokes in the world – star of Live at the Apollo and sell-out sensation Gary Delaney is back!
£21.
8:00 pm.
squarechapel.co.uk
10 November 2023 to 11 November 2023
Bury Beer Festival 2023
The Met, Market Street,
Bury
Derby Hall will be taken over for two days of drinking and discussing brilliant beers from Bury’s local breweries. There’ll be brewery bars with a range of cask and keg creations from across the area, plus a cider bar, and a gin bar. There’ll also be entertainment, music, food.
£8.
10 November 2023 to 11 November 2023.
themet.org.uk
10 November 2023
BINGO NIGHT
Colne Legion Club, Keighley Road,
Colne
All welcome. £100 jackpot flyer. Members draw & meat raffle after bingo.
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
colnelegionclub.co.uk
10 November 2023
Celebrating George Michael
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd,
Blackburn
Featuring the acclaimed Steve Mitchell, this production focuses on a more mature and seasoned style that George brought us with performances such as the 1996 “MTV UNPLUGGED” from the Three Mills studio in London.
£26.50.
7:30 pm.
blackburnempire.com
10 November 2023
Fairytale of New York
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
Direct from the West End and after two sell-out tours, the ultimate feel-good Irish-inspired Christmas show is back with an even bigger production for 2023. £27.50 - £31.50.
7:30 pm.
blackpoolgrand.co.uk
10 November 2023
Dan Nightingale’s Special
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Following on from the triple-extended 2022 tour Smasher; 2023 will see him hit the road again to show even more people what 18,000 monthly patreons, 55,000 YouTube subscribers and one million monthly download & viewers already know – that Dan Nightingale’s Special.
£17.50.
7:30 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk