Northern Life Magazine

UK City of Culture 2025
2025-01-01 - 2025-12-31 | Various venues Bradford
Bradford district’s year of culture is set to deliver more than 1,000 new performances and events including 365 artist commissions, a series of major arts festivals and major national and international collaborations. Visit the website for further details.

ENGINEERY EXHIBITION
2025-01-11 10:00 - 2025-09-28 17:00 (Europe/London) | Leeds Industrial Museum, Armley Mills, Canal Rd, Leeds
On the 300th anniversary of John Smeaton, dubbed the Father of Civil Engineering, our new exhibition celebrates civil engineering in its many forms! Uncover unique objects that were central to Smeaton’s journey and an accompanying exhibition by our Young Smeatonians group which poses challenging questions about the subject. The exhibition is on until 28th Sept 2025.

From Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
2025-02-01 - 2025-12-31 | Bronte Parsonage Museum, Church Street, Haworth
The Brontës’ enduring popularity is largely explained by the power and originality of the stories they created, but the story of the Brontës’ own lives is as compelling as their fictions. The family’s home at Haworth Parsonage, and the moorland surrounding it, were a profound influence on the Brontës, and became part of the irresistible draw of Haworth for visitors from all over the world.

THE BLACKPOOL TOWER CIRCUS
2025-02-11 00:00 - 2025-11-05 00:00 | Blackpool Tower Circus, Blackpool
Experience stunts, comedy, and legendary clowns Mooky and Mr Boo at this historic circus.

Axe-Throwing
2025-03-24 08:00 - 2025-12-31 17:00 | The Axe Imperium, The Fun House, Colne
Axes to Ashes is coming to The Fun House, Colne. Inject some spontaneity, some excitement, some togetherness! Reconnect with your partner, your children, your friends. Do something that makes you feel alive.
​Release that inner Viking
Lose your pent-up frustration
It’s therapy. It’s fun. It’s addictive.

Axes to Ashes isn’t an ordinary axe throwing venue with very limited equipment; it has Tomahawks, Angel Axes, Throwing Knives and its very own Axes to Ashes Dragon Axe®. Plus there is an Axelings™ Range which is suitable for children and those with physical impairments which may limit their ability to throw regular projectiles.

Various times and prices.

Life Goes On - Exhibition
2025-03-29 - 2025-12-31 | Salts Mill, Saltaire, Shipley
An exhibition featuring Ian Beesley, a celebrated Bradford-born photographer. Known for his powerful images of Northern England, Beesley will showcase a collection of previously unseen works from his extensive archive.
Wed – Sun 10am – 5pm. Free.

An Account of Life: Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s
2025-04-02 - 2025-11-02
An exhibition bringing the household of Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s to life, through the original account books of the Shuttleworth Family. Various opening times.

Trial By Jury
2025-04-05 14:00 - 2025-11-01 16:00 | Bradford Police Museum,, City Hall, Centenary Square,, Bradford
Experience the drama and intrigue of a Victorian-era courtroom like never before! Join us for an immersive reenactment where you become part of the story. First Saturday of each month. £15/£20.

Saltaire Farmers Market
2025-04-13 10:00 - 2025-12-14 15:00 | Roberts Park, Higher Coach Road, Saltaire
The Saltaire Farmers Market takes place on the second Sunday of every month It offers a wide variety of products from local and independent traders, including hot food and drinks, baked goods, cheese, cakes, pies, , brownies, chocolates, charcuterie, fish, fruits, vegetables, jewellery, candles, clothes, gifts, and treats.

Monthly Classic Car Rally at Heskin Hall
2025-04-20 10:30 - 2025-10-19 15:00 | Heskin Hall, Wood Lane, Chorley
Monthly classic vehicle (all types welcome) rally on a Sunday. Prize for winner. £3.00 to enter. Free for those visiting to look around.Cafe at the Manor & bar are open! See website for dates.

Hot Ice Show XS
2025-07-10 - 2025-09-13 | The Arena, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, 525 Ocean Boulevard, Blackpool
Thirty Olympic and world champion skaters join forces on the ice to create a show of passion, pace and nothing short of pure adrenaline. It’s nail-biting, hair-raising, awe-inspiring and tear-jerking. Various times.

The Railway Children
2025-07-16 - 2025-09-07 | Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth
The show begins when you board a steam train at Keighley and then travel the full length of this historic railway. When you reach the end of the line at Oxenhope, you’ll find a purpose-built auditorium within the station’s Engine Shed – and a new version of the production, which tells the story of three children forced to move from London to Yorkshire after their father is falsely imprisoned. 1pm & 6.3opm. From £15.

Wild West Trail
2025-07-19 11:00 - 2025-08-31 16:00 | Happa, Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, Burnley
The horses have gone wild on the ranch! Grab your boots and chaps, saddle up and help keep our horses happy and healthy on this interactive themed trail.

The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
2025-07-29 - 2025-08-02 | Opera House, Winter Gardens, Blackpool
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as the West End smash-hit production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe comes to Blackpool. 7.30pm, Wed, Thurs & Sat mat 2pm. Various prices.

YORKSHIRE DAY 2025
2025-08-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Yorkshire City Centre
Every year on the first weekend of August, York City Centre buzzes with the spirit of Yorkshire as we celebrate Yorkshire Day! This grand event takes place right in the heart of the city, bringin’ together York folk and visitors for a series of excitin’ activities and events.

YORKSHIRE DAY CELEBRATION WEEKEND 2025 - ILKLEY
2025-08-01 08:00 - 2025-08-03 17:00 | Ilkley Town Centre, Ilkley Town Centre, The Grove, Ilkley
The activities will run from Friday 1st August to Sunday 3rd August with three fun-packed days of live music, food, drink, family fun, poetry, drama and lots of civic pride.

YORKSHIRE DAY CELEBRATION – SKIPTON
2025-08-01 10:00 - 16:00 | Skipton Town Centre
Celebrate the magnificence of God’s Own County!

Hidden Hoards and Fascinating Finds
2025-08-01 11:00 - 2025-08-31 16:00 | Clitheroe Castle, Castle Hill, Clitheroe
Explore this fantastic new exhibition showcasing some of Lancashire’s best archaeological finds. With objects spanning thousands of years this exhibition delves back through Lancashire’s history, exploring the stories surrounding these objects and how they came to be buried in the ground. Entry included with museum admission.

Enchanted Summer
2025-08-01 11:00 - 2025-08-31 16:00 | Clitheroe Castle & Museum, Castle Hill, Clitheroe
Visit Clitheroe Castle museum this August and enjoy our enchanted summer activities. Join the enchanted trails competition and search the museum galleries for the hidden knights and princesses. Find them all and you could be a winner of a fabulous goody bag. Free with museum admission.
Why not create a feathered fortress, or other knightly craft, whilst you’re here? Choose from a number of themed crafts and get creative making your own souvenir to take home and enjoy. Prices start at £1, museum admission does not apply.
Daily drop in events, no need to book. Find out more and plan your visit at http://tiny.cc/EventsAtClitheroeCastle

Day Out with Thomas at East Lancashire Railway
2025-08-02 - 2025-08-03 | East Lancashire Railway, 23a Bolton St, Bury
Take a trip on Sodor’s number one tank engine and meet Sir Topham Hatt on this spectacular day out with Thomas. It’s all aboard the famous blue steam train for a magical ride on Thomas the Tank Engine. Adult £24.97, child £14.85.

FOREST FAMILY FUN
2025-08-02 10:00 - 13:00 | Harwes Farm, Foulridge, Colne, BB8 7QH
Forest Family Fun will be led by qualified Forest School practitioners and will flow along a Forest School approach. This event is for families, children are 0-18 years and grown-ups get a chance to play out for free too!

BRONTËS, BIRDS AND BUTTERFLIES: A FAMILY DAY AT THE PARSONAGE
2025-08-02 10:00 - 15:00 | Bronte Parsonage Museum, Church Street, Haworth
Take over the beautiful meadow behind the Brontë Parsonage Museum for a day of fun, free activities for all ages. Come along for storytelling, writing workshops, street theatre, a meadow trail and hands-on activities. Feel free to bring a picnic to enjoy in Parson’s Field!

THE HANDLEBARDS – MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
2025-08-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Hoghton Tower, Hoghton, Preston
Join the troupe at in the Wilderness Garden at Hoghton Tower for a bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ like you’ve never seen before. In usual HandleBards style, expect riotous amounts of energy, a fair old whack of chaos, and a great deal of laughter. Various prices.

Steak Night at The HAPPA Café
2025-08-02 18:30 - 22:00 | Happa, Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, Burnley
A delicious evening out for grown-ups! Enjoy a relaxing night in the HAPPA Café with your choice of locally sourced steaks, a full menu of sides, sauces and desserts, and the option to bring your own bottle. Pre-booking essential — more details at happa.org.uk.

1635 HOUSEHOLD
2025-08-03 10:00 - 17:00 | Skipton Castle, Skipton
Journey back to the 17th Century and see a glimpse of Skipton Castle’s household life.

Woof Shack
2025-08-03 11:00 - 12:30 | Happa, Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, Burnley
On the first Sunday of every month there is a monthly dog socialisation group – Woof Shack! Enjoy group walks around one of the local dog-friendly routes at HAPPA, games, specialist talks, advice and much more!

MOORS FOR THE FUTURE: BOGTASTIC VAN
2025-08-04 10:30 - 15:00 | East Riddlesden Hall, Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.
Join the team from Moors for the Future Partnership as they bring the Bogtastic van to East Riddlesden Hall. Experience this ‘bog in a van’, with its interactive displays, gully blocking model and bouncy bog floor!

Pony Grooming Sessions
2025-08-05 11:00 - 15:00 | Happa, Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, Burnley
Have you ever wanted to groom a horse or pony? Now is your chance at HAPPA. These sessions allow visitors to groom one of HAPPA’s gentle horses under staff supervision. Suitable for ages 4+.

Castle Craft - Creative Fun Every Wednesday!
2025-08-06 11:30 - 17:00 | Clitheroe Castle & Museum, Castle Hill, Clitheroe
Looking for something magical to do with the kids this summer? Join us at Clitheroe Castle Museum for Castle Crafts, bookable children’s craft sessions running every Wednesday in August!
Get hands-on with themed activities inspired by knights, princesses, and medieval life. Perfect for kids of all ages. Unleash your child’s creativity in a wonderful historic setting!
Booking essential – spaces are limited! Find out more and secure your place at http://tiny.cc/EventsAtClitheroeCastle
Every Wednesday from 11:30am.

JIM JONES ALL STARS
2025-08-07 19:30 - 22:00 | The Trades Club, Hebden Bridge
Put simply, Jim Jones All Stars are one of the most thrilling and exciting live acts on the circuit today.
