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/
30 March 2024 to 31 May 2024
YORKSHIRE AIR MUSEUM
Yorkshire Air Museum, Halifax Way, Elvington,
York
We recommend that you take three or four hours over your visit to appreciate the Museum exhibits, the aircraft and vehicle displays that make up this historically accurate RAF Bomber Base. Closed Wed. Various prices. Standard tickets offer free re-entry for 12 months.
30 March 2024 to 31 May 2024.
yorkshireairmuseum.org
1 April 2024 to 24 June 2024
Boxercise
West Craven Sports Centre, Kelbrook Road,
Barnoldswick
Punch your way to the perfect physique. Boxercise is one of the most effective cardiovascular exercises around, focusing on endurance, speed and co-ordination. It’s fun, energetic and very addictive. Non-contact. Mon 6pm. Booking required.
1 April 2024 to 24 June 2024.
www.pendleleisuretrust.co.uk
10 April 2024 to 26 June 2024
Strength & Balance Class – Up and Active Team
Pendle Leisure Centre, Crown Way,
Colne
This is a low level circuit class and is suitable for adults of all ages. The class incorporates a variety of exercises to increase fitness levels, develop muscular strength (with the use of resistance bands) and to improve balance. It is also suitable for those have had or who are at risk of falls. Low Intensity. Wed & Fri. £2 for 12 week course. Please contact Tel: 01282 661664 to book.
£2.
10 April 2024 to 26 June 2024.
https://pendle.upandactive.co.uk/
16 April 2024 to 19 May 2024
Wicked
The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street,
Bradford
"One of the most successful musicals of all time" (BBC News), Wicked has been casting its magical spell around the world for two decades. Various times & prices.
16 April 2024 to 19 May 2024.
https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/
1 May 2024 to 30 June 2024
Samlesbury Hall
Samlesbury Hall, Preston New Road,
Preston
Samlesbury Hall is the perfect events venue for families and history lovers. Events include regular free tours around the hall and entertainment throughout school breaks. The medieval hall also hosts an array of workshops and special events throughout the year. Closed Mon & Sat.
1 May 2024 to 30 June 2024.
https://www.samlesburyhall.co.uk/
1 May 2024 to 30 June 2024
LANCASTER CASTLE
LANCASTER CASTLE, Castle Parade,
Lancaster
See history come alive in the heart of Lancaster. England's dark history, with tales of persecution, incarceration, punishment and execution, has been lived out over the centuries within the confines of Lancaster Castle. aDULT £8,concs £6.50, family £22.50.
1 May 2024 to 30 June 2024.
https://www.lancastercastle.com/
4 May 2024 to 25 May 2024
ART SPACE FOR YOUNG PEEPS
New Road Community Centre, New Road,
Earby
A long awaited 4 week art course course for young people aged between 8yrs and 15yrs. This is a great opportunity for your children to develop all their creativity at this crucial stage in their young lives. Helping to stimulate healthy brain functions and create their own art project with guidance from professional artist Ali Greer. £15 per session.
4 May 2024 to 25 May 2024.
6 May 2024 to 30 June 2024
Afternoon Tea Cruise
Skipton Boat Trips, 3 Canal Street,
Skipton
You will enjoy a 2-hour cruise on the Leeds and Liverpool canal with delicious food served at your table. Afternoon tea includes a delicious selection of sandwiches, fruit scone with strawberry jam and cream, and decadent desserts. All served with unlimited tea and coffee. Daily 12pm & 2.45pm. £27.50, child £20.
6 May 2024 to 30 June 2024.
https://www.canaltrips.co.uk/
6 May 2024 to 1 July 2024
tai chi and qigong session
Trawden Community Centre
A weekly tai chi and qigong session run by the community centre. Join this friendly group and learn the gentle art of tai chi. It helps to keep the joints strong and supple and it improves posture, balance and co-ordination. Boost your general health and well-being and make new friends. Contact Jane to book. Tel 0845 053 0000.
£7.
6 May 2024 to 1 July 2024.
https://pendle.upandactive.co.uk/
7 May 2024 to 30 July 2024
IT Group
Colne Citadel, Market Street,
Colne.
Come along and learn basic IT skills with Jamie. No experience needed. Friendly safe space. Tuesdays 10am – 12pm.
7 May 2024 to 30 July 2024.
https://colnecitadel.co.uk/
8 May 2024 to 11 July 2024
Toddlers Retreat at Trinity Baptist Church
Trinity Baptist Church ,
Colne
This is a service providing mums and dad's with a safe play environment, where toddlers can be left for up to two hours, while appointments, jobs, and shopping can be done. Anyone with a baby or child not yet walking can come along to stay and play. £1 per session. Further details contact John and Linda Caddy 01282 866579.
8 May 2024 to 11 July 2024.
http://www.trinitybaptistchurch.org.uk/
11 May 2024 to 28 July 2024
Pendle Heritage Centre
Pendle Heritage Centre, Barrowfod,
Colne
Situated 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.
11 May 2024 to 28 July 2024.
/www.pendleheritagecentre.co.uk
11 May 2024 to 30 June 2024
INGLEBOROUGH CAVE
Ingleborough Cave ,
Ingleborough
An 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.
11 May 2024 to 30 June 2024.
https://ingleboroughcave.co.uk/
14 May 2024 to 25 May 2024
Pretty Woman: The Musical
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate,
Leeds
A sensational show that took London’s West End by storm, guaranteed to lift your spirits and light up your heart. Various times & prices.
14 May 2024 to 25 May 2024.
https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/
14 May 2024 to 6 July 2024
Yoga with Kath Gibbons
Peter Birtwistle Community Centre, Keighley Road,
Colne
Yoga classes - all abilities welcome including beginners. Intensity low. Tues evenings and Saturday mornings. Booking required and for further details please contact Kath. Tel:0780865346
£5.
14 May 2024 to 6 July 2024.
www.yogawithkathgibbons.com
15 May 2024 to 31 May 2024
Blackpool Dance Festival
Winter Gardens, Blackpool
The 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.
15 May 2024 to 31 May 2024.
https://www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk/
15 May 2024
Frank Skinner 30 Years Of Dirt
King George’s Hall, Northgate,
Blackburn
Following 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’.
£29.50.
7:30 pm.
https://bwdvenues.com/
16 May 2024
SPIRIT OF SMOKIE
Barnoldswick Music & Art Centre, Rainhall Road,
Barnoldswick
The greatest hits tour.
7:00 pm to 11:00 pm.
https://www.barnoldswickmusicandartscentre.com/
16 May 2024
Celine – My Heart Will Go On
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd,
Blackburn
The 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.
£25.50.
7:30 pm.
https://blackburnempire.com/
16 May 2024
THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road,
Burnley
Direct 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!
£29.50.
7:30 pm.
https://blcgroup.co.uk/
16 May 2024
Film Night – Wild Water
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery, Haslington Road,
Rossendale
This 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.
7:30 pm.
https://www.thewhitaker.org/
17 May 2024
Illegal Eagles
Albert Halls, Victoria Square,
Bolton
The 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.
£34.50.
7:30 pm to 10:00 pm.
https://www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/
18 May 2024
Volunteering Saturdays – Dry Stone Walling
Harwes Farm, Foulridge,
Colne
Dry 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.
10:00 am.
https://harwesfarm.org/events/
18 May 2024 to 27 July 2024
Colne Saturday Lego Club
Colne Library
Calling 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.
18 May 2024 to 27 July 2024.
https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/
18 May 2024
The Real Thing
The Grand Theatre, 18 York Street,
Clitheroe
The 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.
£30.
7:00 pm.
https://www.thegrandvenue.co.uk/
18 May 2024
Saturday Night Entertainment at the Legion
Colne Legion Club, Keighley Road,
Colne
Saturday night entertainment at the Legion - Paul Greenwood Band - great young band.
8:30 pm.
https://www.visitpendle.com/
19 May 2024
Classic & Performance Motor Show
Lytham Hall, Ballam Rd,,
Lytham St Annes,
The 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.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
https://www.lythamhall.org.uk/
19 May 2024
Steaming Day
Bancroft Mill Engine Museum, Gillians Lane,
Barnoldswick
On 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.
11:00 am to 4:00 pm.
https://bancroftmill.org.uk/
19 May 2024
Rudding Park – Open Garden for NGS
Rudding Park ,
Harrogate
20 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.
£6.
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
findagarden.ngs.org.uk/garden/3601/3601
19 May 2024
Clash of the crooners
Park Hill Barn, Pendle Heritage Centre, Park Hill,
Barrowford
Frank 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.
£15.
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
https://parkhillbarn.co.uk/
19 May 2024
DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road,
Burnley
Pendle 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.
£17.
6:00 pm.
https://blcgroup.co.uk/
20 May 2024
FAMILY FITNESS CLASSES
Pendle Leisure Centre, Crown Way,
Colne
Spend 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.
All day.
https://www.pendleleisuretrust.co.uk/
20 May 2024 to 28 June 2024
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.
20 May 2024 to 28 June 2024.
https://colnecitadel.co.uk/
22 May 2024 to 31 July 2024
Shared Reading Group
Colne Library
Make 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.
22 May 2024 to 31 July 2024.
https://events.apps.lancashire.gov.uk/
22 May 2024
Country Roads
Bridgewater Hall, Lower Mosley Street,
Manchester
Come 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.
7:30 pm.
https://www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk/
24 May 2024
50’s & 60’s Atlantic Hits
Halifax Playhouse, King Cross Street,
Halifax
Our 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.
£17.
7:30 pm to 10:15 pm.
http://www.halifaxplayhouse.org.uk/
25 May 2024 to 27 May 2024
Vintage 1940s Weekend
East Lancashire Railway, 23a Bolton St,
Bury
In 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.
25 May 2024 to 27 May 2024.
https://www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk/
25 May 2024 to 2 June 2024
Beatrix
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace,
Lytham St, Annes
A 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.
£10.
25 May 2024 to 2 June 2024.
https://lowtherpavilion.co.uk/
25 May 2024 to 26 May 2024
Meet the Governor
Skipton Castle ,
Skipton
Come 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.
25 May 2024 to 26 May 2024.
https://www.skiptoncastle.co.uk/
25 May 2024
SWEET CAROLINE – A TRIBUTE TO NEIL DIAMOND
Winter Gardens, Blackpool
The 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.
7:30 pm.
https://www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk/
26 May 2024
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.
12:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
https://www.brockholes.org/
28 May 2024
Milkshake Live On Holiday
St. George’s Hall ,
Bradford
Join 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.
£20.25.
All day.
https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/
28 May 2024 to 1 June 2024
SIX – Musical
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate,
Leeds
The 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.
28 May 2024 to 1 June 2024.
https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/
28 May 2024
High Jinx
Albert Halls, Victoria Square,
Bolton
A 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.
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
https://www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/
29 May 2024
Twilight Walk from Trawden
Trawden Community Centre
Each 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.
6:30 am to 6:30 pm.
pendle.upandactive.co.uk
29 May 2024
GUIDED WALK FROM FOULRIDGE
Four Elephants Restaurant, Foulridge,
Colne
Each 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.
10:00 am to 12:30 pm.
pendle.upandactive.co.uk
30 May 2024
The Simon and Garfunkel Story
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd,
Blackburn
The Simon & Garfunkel Story continues to stun audiences across the globe, making it a must-see international sensation.
£25.50.
7:30 pm.
https://blackburnempire.com/
31 May 2024
Guided Walk form Colne Library
Colne Library
Each 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.
2:00 pm to 4:30 pm.
pendle.upandactive.co.uk
1 June 2024
Castleford Roman Festival
Castleford Town Centre ,
Castleford
Come 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.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
https://experiencewakefield.co.uk/