5 January 2024 to 10 March 2024
Ruby Tingle – Afterlife Exhibition
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery, Haslington Road, Rossendale
Ruby Tingle presents her new work Afterlife, resurrecting The Whitaker’s off show taxidermy collection as new dioramas in a temporary ‘swamp heaven’. The show draws together installation, works on paper, music, scent and performance to create a multi sensory fantasy wetlands. 5 January 2024 to 10 March 2024. thewhitaker.org

5 January 2024 to 31 March 2024
FLOTILLA: 100 years of getting our ships together.
Lancaster Maritime Museum, St George’s Quay, Laqncaster
  FLOTILLA: 100 years of getting our ships together. This lovely exhibition showcases our Centenary Flotilla: vessels of all shapes and sizes that feature in our collection. The exhibition has been extended and will run until 32st March 2024. Closed Tues, Wed & Thurs. £3, concs £2, children free.   5 January 2024 to 31 March 2024. visitlancaster.org.uk

6 January 2024 to 31 March 2024
RA/ID ESCAPE ROOM EXPERIENCE
Royal Armouries Museum, Armouries Drive,, Leeds
Explore the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds as never before and take part in an immersive game and escape room experience. This innovative escape room experience is suitable for both adults and families with older children. Sat and Sun. 10.20am - 4.20pm. Adult £13, child £11 family £38. 6 January 2024 to 31 March 2024. royalarmouries.org

11 January 2024 to 21 March 2024
1917: POETRY AND SHORT FICTION IN ENGLAND AND AMERICA
Ilkley Playhouse, Weston Road, Ilkley
A 10-week poetry and short fiction course. Course Tutor: Robert Hemmings. £75. 11 January 2024 to 21 March 2024. ilkleyplayhouse.co.uk

13 January 2024 to 30 April 2024
L.S LOWRY EXHIBITION
The Lowry, Pier 8, The Quays, Salford
The Lowry is named after Laurence Stephen Lowry (1887 – 1976) – an artist who spent much of his life in Salford and whose work is strongly associated with the city. The largest L.S Lowry collection in the world on permanent display. Daily 10-minute L.S.Lowry talks on weekdays at 2pm. Free. 13 January 2024 to 30 April 2024. thelowry.com

27 January 2024 to 13 April 2024
Art Open 2024 Exhibition
Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery, Museum Street, Blackburn
We are pleased to announce we will be kicking off our 2024 exhibition programme with our second ever Art Open. This is an open call to all artists, amateur and professional, to get ready to submit their work for what promises to be an exciting and diverse show.           27 January 2024 to 13 April 2024. http://blackburnmuseum.org.uk/

8 February 2024 to 28 March 2024
The British Commercial Vehicle Museum
The British Commercial Vehicle Museum, King Street, Leyland
The Museum generates a unique atmosphere with its wonderfully preserved and presented vehicles, and its showcases full of memorabilia and artifacts related to transport history. Open Thurs - Sun. 10am - 4.30pm. Adult £10, child £5, under 4s free, family ticket £18/£23. 8 February 2024 to 28 March 2024. britishcommercialvehiclemuseum.com

28 February 2024 to 3 March 2024
Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate, Leeds
Empowering pop musical Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World. From explorers to artists, scientists to secret agents, hear the stories of some of history’s strongest mothers, sisters and daughters; all independent icons who really did change the world.  Various times & prices. 28 February 2024 to 3 March 2024. leedsheritagetheatres.com

2 March 2024 to 3 March 2024
Keighley Model Railway Club Exhibition 2024
Woodbank Garden Centre and Nurseries, Harden Rd, Harden, Bingley
A model railway exhibition hosted by the Keighley Model Railway Club. Features: 15 layouts, trade support, refreshments and parking. Adult £10, child £5, family £20.                   2 March 2024 to 3 March 2024. keighley-mrc.org.uk

3 March 2024
TABLE TOP SALE
Kelbrook & Sough Village Hall, Dotcliffe Road, Kelbrook
Table top sale. Come along and sell your unwanted items in the village hall - perfect for your 'Spring Clean'. All day. www.kelbrookvillagehall,org.uk

3 March 2024
Skipton Artisan Market
Skipton Canal Basin, Coach Street, Skipton
Skipton Artisan Market takes place on the 1st Sun of the month on the Canal Basin. The Market is home to talented stallholders offering an amazing selection of predominantly handmade and hand produced food, drink, arts and crafts. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. https://www.welcometoskipton.com/

3 March 2024
Ireland The Show
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes
'Ireland The Show' is back! Featuring an all-star Irish cast of the Emerald Isle's most talented award-winning performers including Gary Gamble, Ritchie Remo, Elaine Boyle, Keltic Storm and the Gael Force Irish dancers with their high energy jigs and reels! £27. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. lowtherpavilion.co.uk

3 March 2024
American Wrestling
Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton
The world’s greatest family spectacular, featuring the people’s champion Tiny Iron, king of the ring rumble. The show of a lifetime, plus free meet and greet. £13.75 £15.75. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. https://www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/

5 March 2024 to 23 March 2024
Macbeth
Leeds Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, Leeds
Corruption and an insatiable greed for power, lead to death and destruction in Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy. Various times & prices. 5 March 2024 to 23 March 2024. leedsplayhouse.org.uk

5 March 2024
Discover the Medieval Monasteries of Lancashire by Lancashire Adult Learning
Clitheroe Castle & Museum, Castle Hill, Clitheroe
This session is designed to give the learner an introduction to the life and times of the Medieval Monastery. We will begin with looking at the creation and development of the monasteries in England and the Benedictine Rule. Free. Booking essential. 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm. https://events.apps.lancashire.gov.uk/

6 March 2024 to 14 April 2024
Threads through Creation – Exhibition
Blackburn Cathedral, Cathedral Close, Blackburn
You are invited to come and see the amazing panels of textiles by Jacqui Parkson. 'Threads through Creation' panels of spectacular stitching tell the christian story of 'Creation in the Bible. The eight million stitches express God's Love! Free.         6 March 2024 to 14 April 2024. https://blackburncathedral.com/

6 March 2024
The British Blues Trio
Barnoldswick Music & Art Centre, Rainhall Road, Barnoldswick
The British Blues Trio - Dave Kelly, Bob Hall and Hilary Blythe. Expect an evening of great blues, original songs, entertaining stories and even a little country. £20. 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm. https://www.barnoldswickmusicandartscentre.com/

6 March 2024
Leon McCawley-Piano
Clitheroe Grammar School Sixth Form Centre, York Street, Clitheroe
“One of today’s most impeccably musical pianists.” International Piano, January/February 2021 Piano recital by Leon McCawley £20. 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. www.clitheroeconcerts.org

6 March 2024 to 9 March 2024
Railway Children – Blackburn Drama Club
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn
The children’s classic by E. Nesbit centres on the lives of three children whose comfortable, middle-class existence ends when their father is arrested for a crime he didn’t commit. £12.50. 6 March 2024 to 9 March 2024. blackburnempire.com

6 March 2024 to 9 March 2024
Pirates Of Penzance
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
Preston Gilbert & Sullivan will be performing ‘The Pirates of Penzance’ Join us as we climb over Rocky Mountains, as we prepare to set sail with the Pirates of Penzance on our 70th anniversary show. Children under 15 free when accompanied by an adult. £13. 6 March 2024 to 9 March 2024. prestonplayhouse.co.uk

6 March 2024
Recorded Music Society 2023 – 2024 Season – Wharfedale
St John’s Church Hall, Bolling Road, Ben Rhydding, Ilkley
Meet on Wed evenings at 7.45 pm at St. John's Church Hall, Ben Rhydding  We listen to classical music on very fine equipment with superb sound reproduction and each season have a few audio-visual presentations using the same equipment with images digitally projected onto a huge screen. Listen to the World's Greatest Conductors and Orchestras and experience programmes featuring many aspects of classical music. New members and visitors are always welcome.         7:45 pm. https://ilkley.org/

7 March 2024 to 10 March 2024
Yorkshire Games Festival
The National Science and Media Museum, Pictureville, Bradford
A unique festival of all things gaming. Celebrating games culture, design, and production with special industry guests. From masterclasses to networking events, to free gameplay and workshops, there’ll be lots for everyone to enjoy.           7 March 2024 to 10 March 2024. https://www.scienceandmediamuseum.org.uk/

7 March 2024
Snooker Greats – Clash of the Titans
Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton
An Evening with Snooker Greats (Clash Of The Titans) Stephen Hendry, Steve Davis & Dennis Taylor. Seven-times World Snooker Champion Stephen Hendry takes on his arch rival Steve Davis with your host and referee for the evening the Dennis Taylor. £37.50. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. https://www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/

7 March 2024 to 16 March 2024
JEEVES & WOOSTER IN ‘PERFECT NONSENSE’
Ilkley Playhouse, Weston Road, Ilkley
A night of pure entertainment based on a novel from the pen of P.G. Wodehouse, this ‘Theatrical delight’ will have you rocking with laughter. £5 - £13. 7 March 2024 to 16 March 2024. ilkleyplayhouse.co.uk

7 March 2024 to 21 March 2024
The Man in the Shadows
Square Chapel Arts Centre, 10 Square Road, Halifax
An Original Telling of Sherlock Holmes. The Man in the Shadows, written and directed by Kyle Gallagher, promises to delve into depths of Sherlock Holmes that we haven’t seen before. £18. 7 March 2024 to 21 March 2024. https://squarechapel.co.uk/

8 March 2024 to 16 March 2024
Northern Ballet’s Romeo & Juliet
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate, Leeds
In the ultimate tale of forbidden love, two young people risk everything to be together. With glorious dancers, eye-catching sets and Prokofiev’s timeless score performed live by Northern Ballet Sinfonia at every performance, this is ballet at its most dramatic, romantic and intense.2.30pm & 7.30pm. £21 - £65. 8 March 2024 to 16 March 2024. leedsheritagetheatres.com

8 March 2024 to 28 April 2024
Diamonds in the Landscape – Exhibition
Clitheroe Castle & Museum, Castle Hill, Clitheroe
Originally designated in 1964, the Forest of Bowland celebrates 60 years in 2024. This exhibition in the Steward's Gallery showcases talented photographers who have perfectly captured the beauty of the Bowland landscape. Exhibition ends 28th April. Free. Closed Wed & Thurs.             8 March 2024 to 28 April 2024. https://www.ribblevalley.gov.uk/

8 March 2024 to 9 March 2024
Sao Paulo Dance Company
The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford
Dance Consortium Presents São Paulo Dance Company. Brazil's finest dance company make their highly anticipated UK debut.  £18.75 - £33.75. 8 March 2024 to 9 March 2024. https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk

9 March 2024
Willow Dragonfly Class
Leyland Studio, Leyland, Preston
Learn the art of willow weaving with added design elements of beads, foliage and wire work in this session. Suitable or age 14+. £30 as a special offer which includes everything to make a special feature for inside or out           £30. 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. https://www.visitlancashire.com/

9 March 2024
Model Railway Exhibition
Pudsey Civic Hall, , Leeds
A model railway exhibition hosted by Narrow Gauge North. Features: Layouts, trade support, refreshments, parking and disables access. Adult £10, child £1.     10:30 am to 4:30 pm. narrowgaugenorth.org.uk

9 March 2024
GO YOUR OWN WAY – THE FLEETWOOD MAC LEGACY
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
Go Your Own Way is a brand new spellbinding show featuring the music from the legendary multiple Grammy Award Winning Fleetwood Mac. £28.50. 7:30 pm. burnleymechanics.ticketsolve.com

9 March 2024
BBC Philharmonic – Stairway to Heaven
Bridgewater Hall, Lower Mosley Street, Manchester
Anja Bihlmaier conductor, Steven Osborne piano, Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 5 in E flat major, ‘Emperor’ Bruckner Symphony No. 7 in E major. £14.50 to £29. 7:30 pm. https://www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk/

9 March 2024
Chris Bannister Performs The Music of John Denver
Christ Church, Keighley Road, Colne
A concert featuring singer/songwriter Chris Bannister performing his stunning tribute to the music of John Denver. 7.30pm. £15. £15. 7:30 pm. https://christchurchcolne.com/

9 March 2024
The Music Of The Beatles By Candlelight
Bradford Cathedral, 1 Stott Hill, Bradford
Featuring a cast of West End Singers and epic live band, ‘Come Together’ for a ‘Magical Mystery Tour’, jam packed with over 40 Beatles hits as you have never heard them before! £10 - £45. 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. visitbradford.com

9 March 2024
Justin Moorhouse – Stretch and Think
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
Justin is back: still funny, yet middle aged. Come it will be fun. £16. 8:00 pm. dukeslancaster.org

9 March 2024
The Big Grand Comedy Show
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Lancaster’s biggest and best comedy show is back again and this time its grander than ever. Join MC Tony Vino as he introduces four of the most celebrated names in UK comedy, performing cutting edge stand-up for a night of unforgettable hilarity. £15. 8:00 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

10 March 2024
Keighley 10k & 5k 2024
Victoria Park, Car Park, Nelson
The Keighley 10k & 5k are both challenging events at the start of the running season. Both the routes for 2024 start and finish in Victoria Park, Keighley. Run or walk the exciting new routes with hundreds of others to raise money for Sue Ryder's expert, compassionate end-of-life care.         9:00 am to 11:30 pm. https://www.sueryder.org/

10 March 2024
MUSIC AT THE MUSEUM – Bradford Accordion Band
Cliffe Castle Museum, Spring Gardens Lane, Keighley
Join us inside the Bracewell Smith Hall and enjoy music from local bands. A season of monthly Sunday afternoon concerts. 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. bradfordmuseums.org

10 March 2024
Carmen presented by The Ukrainian National Opera
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax
Performed by the Dnipro Opera, from Ukraine. Featuring an impressive cast and accompanied by a live orchestra of over 30 musicians. Various prices. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. https://www.victoriatheatre.co.uk/

11 March 2024 to 16 March 2024
Yes, Prime Minister
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
Comedy by Anthony Jay & Jonathan Lynn. Directed by Robin Martin. £10, concs £9.   11 March 2024 to 16 March 2024. keighleyplayhouse.co.uk

12 March 2024 to 16 March 2024
Twist – The Halifax Thespians
Halifax Playhouse, King Cross Street, Halifax
Twist is a hilarious spoof of the much-loved theatrical thriller where nobody is what they seem, and nothing is what it should be! 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm.  £6 - £12. 12 March 2024 to 16 March 2024. http://www.halifaxplayhouse.org.uk/

14 March 2024 to 26 May 2024
Liane Lang – Touch Stone Exhibition
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery, Haslington Road, Rossendale
Liane Lang's project Touch Stone talks about human industry and activity in the landscape, showing traces and materials from bark to lead, stone to rusty industrial salvage. Wed - Sun: 10am - 4pm. Free. Free 14 March 2024 to 26 May 2024. https://www.thewhitaker.org/

14 March 2024
Basic Birdwatching
Denso Marston Nature Reserve, Otley Road, Charlestown, Shipley
Join us for a guided walk which is aimed at anyone new to birdwatching. The walk will commence on Otley Road next to the public footpath that leads to the reserve. Free event. Further details contact Steve on 07572 771549.     10:00 am to 12:00 pm. https://www.visitbradford.com/

14 March 2024
WILLOW WEAVING
Pendle Heritage Centre, Barrowfod, Colne
Learn about the ancient craft of willow weaving with Rosemary Fenwick from Newground Together and create your own decorative fish in our beautiful surroundings. Materials provided. Please ring 01282 677150  on Wed - Sun to book. Free. 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm. https://www.pendleheritage.co.uk/

14 March 2024
Story Of Guitar Heroes
St. George’s Hall, Bridge Street, Bradford
The Story of Guitar Heroes has garnered critical acclaim both at home and abroad for its incredible homage to some of the most influential and iconic guitarists from the past 50 years of popular music. £29.25. 7:30 pm. https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/

14 March 2024
The Syd Lawrence Orchestra
King’s Hall, Station Road, Ilkley
Directed by Chris Dean, the world-renowned Syd Lawrence Orchestra take to the stage to recreate the incredible sound of Glenn Miller, whose music brightened those dark days of the 1940s. £29.50. 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. bradford-theatres.co.uk

14 March 2024
Sophie McCartney is Tired and Tested
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
Join award-winning comedian Sophie McCartney as she ventures into the perilous world of parenthood in this rollicking new stand-up show. £24.50. 8:00 pm. https://www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk/

15 March 2024 to 17 March 2024
Legends of Steam
East Lancashire Railway, 23a Bolton St, Bury
Celebrate the crowning glory of British industry, personified by these three incredible and iconic mainline steam locomotives - BR Standard, Class 7, 70000 ‘Britannia’, LNER, A4, 60007 ‘Sir Nigel Gresley’ & LMS, Jubilee Class, 45690 ‘Leander’. These locomotives will be running an intensive public timetable for the whole three days. Various prices. 15 March 2024 to 17 March 2024. https://www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk/

15 March 2024 to 17 March 2024
The Yorkshire Motorhome & Campervan Show 2024
Great Yorkshire Showground , Harrogate
New and used models from local and national dealers, a large selection of different brands, many with show exclusive offers, stock up on accessories ready for the 2024 camping season. Free talks throughout the day from industry experts and personalities. Adult £10, children free. 15 March 2024 to 17 March 2024. https://www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk/

16 March 2024
VOLUNTEER SATURDAYS
Harwes Farm, Foulridge, Colne
Come and join us, everyone is welcome with a lower age limit of 14 years for dry stone walling. We are rebuilding 900 m of dry stone walling, planting and maintaining over 3,000 trees, and developing an organic allotment.  Come along and  enjoy the panoramic views and light-hearted company of fellow volunteers. Packed lunch required. Free.           10:00 am to 2:30 pm. harwesfarm.org