2 December 2022
Christmas Tree Festival
Halifax Minster, Halifax Minster, Church Street,
Halifax
Halifax Minster will be filled with the wonderful scent and magical sight of over 30 Christmas trees for this annual event. The trees have been sponsored and decorated by different families and organisations from across the town for everyone’s enjoyment. 2nd Dec - 5th Dec 10am - 4pm, & 11th Dec 12pm - 4pm. Adult £2, children free.
£2.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
facebook.com/HalifaxMinster
2 December 2022
BRONTE TREASURES BY CANDLELIGHT
Bronte Parsonage Museum, Church Street,
Haworth
An exclusive after-hours event to celebrate Christmas at the Parsonage. Join us for a glass of sherry, some Christmas cheer and the chance to see the Parsonage dressed for the Christmas season.
£25.
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
https://www.bronte.org.uk/
2 December 2022 to 23 December 2022
CHRISTMAS DINNER
East Lancashire Railway, 23a Bolton St,
Bury
Indulge in an enchanting evening meal complete with all the trimmings and festive foodie favourites. Dinner on our Christmas steam trains are the best way to celebrate the season in style. 2nd, 9th, 16th, 17th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd Dec.
£64.50.
2 December 2022 to 23 December 2022.
www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk
2 December 2022
DUSTY, CILLA, LULU, AND PET
Settle Victoria Hall, Kirkgate,
Settle
Four voices that defined a decade: Dusty Springfield, Cilla Black, Lulu and Petula Clark. Between them they had many of the very greatest songs of the 60s, all brilliantly performed by Samantha and her band.
£19.50.
8:00 pm.
https://www.settlevictoriahall.org.uk/
3 December 2022 to 30 December 2022
CINDERELLA – Christmas Panto
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate ,
Lancaster
Presented by Lancaster Footlights - Cinderella is a traditional family pantomime enhanced by lots of fantastic musical numbers, dancing, dazzling costumes and audience participation. Expect mayhem and magic. A Christmas treat not to be missed! Various times. £9.50/£10.50.
3 December 2022 to 30 December 2022.
https://lancastergrand.co.uk/
3 December 2022 to 14 January 2023
BETTY! A SORT OF MUSICAL
Royal Exchange Theatre, St Ann’s Square,
Manchester
As the first female speaker of the House of Commons, Betty Boothroyd is a Dewsbury girl to celebrate, and the six ladies (plus Calvin) of The Dewsbury Players are going to do just that... through the medium of musical theatre! 'Here's to a woman who conquered the murky world of Westminster with nothing but wit and gumption.. and enough hairspray to turn a tsunami into a kiss curl.' 7.30pm. Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm. Various prices.
3 December 2022 to 14 January 2023.
https://www.royalexchange.co.uk/
3 December 2022 to 23 December 2022
SANTA’S GROTTO AT INGLEBOROUGH CAVE
Ingleborough Cave ,
Ingleborough
For our 2022 Santa’s Grotto, the time you book is the time that you should arrive at our new ticket foyer at The Old Sawmill Café at the start of Ingleborough Estate Nature Trail, a short 5 minute walk from the Yorkshire Dales National Park car park. You then have 75 minutes before your Santa Experience gathers at Ingleborough Cave, which is a 1.23 mile walk away. The Old Sawmill Cafe will be open all day for our Big Christmas BBQ! If you have visited our Santa’s Grotto before, you will know we don’t do Christmas by halves, so take it from us when we say this place is worth factoring in for lunch and/or a drink and something sweet! Adult £13, child £15.50. Booking essential for grotto.
3 December 2022 to 23 December 2022.
https://ingleboroughcave.co.uk/
3 December 2022 to 11 December 2022
FAMILY THEATRE : Christmas in the Valley
Horse + Bamboo, 679 Bacup Road, Waterfoot,,
Rossendale
Horse + Bamboo's retelling of a Christmas story, in a very familiar setting, will take you on a whirlwind adventure that will keep Christmas in your heart all the year. An immersive adventure through Rossendale Valley at Christmas, brought to life with animation, puppetry & live music. Ages 3yrs - 7yrs. 11am - 3pm. £8/£6.
3 December 2022 to 11 December 2022.
http://www.horseandbamboo.org/
3 December 2022 to 23 December 2022
Santa Train at Windmill Animal Farm
Windmill Animal Farm, Redcat Lane, Burscough,
Ormskirk
Visit Father Christmas on their railway! The Santa train ticket includes full access to all their fantastic farm attractions, were all the animals will definitely be in the festive spirit. On the return journey adults can look forward to complimentary hot drinks and home cakes from the coffee shop. 10am-5pm. Each compartment includes admission for a maximum of 4 people, including infants, for a total cost of £85. Booking is essential.
£85.
3 December 2022 to 23 December 2022.
windmillanimalfarm.co.uk
3 December 2022
Wargaming Day
Colne Gaming Corner, 6-7 Royal Arcade, Shackleton Hall, Church Street,
Colne
Get your game on! Have an army you want to try out? Have a game you want to play? Well book a table and get gaming! Entry £5 per person for a big gaming table.
£5.
12:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
facebook.com/colnegamingcorner
3 December 2022
CHRISTMAS CAVALCADE
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West,
Preston
Christmas Cavalcade - An Evening Of Festive Music. Playhouse Promotions presents another Great Evening of Entertainment for the Christmas Season raising funds for The Playhouse and featuring our friends The Freckleton Band and Singers from Preston Musical Comedy Society
£13.
7:30 pm.
prestonplayhouse.co.uk
3 December 2022 to 19 December 2022
DICK WHITTINGHAM – Adult Panto
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate ,
Lancaster
The Adult Panto team are flinging themselves into the festive spirit again as they bring more crazy Christmas chaos to the Lancaster Grand Theatre with their own special seasonal take on the tale of Dick Whittington.
£21.
3 December 2022 to 19 December 2022.
https://lancastergrand.co.uk/
4 December 2022 to 24 December 2022
A FATHER CHRISTMAS CRUISE
Hotel Rendezvous, Skipton
Join us aboard The Graceful Swan for a special Christmas cruise with Santa! 1.5 hour cruise along the Leeds Liverpool Canal. £20 per child - festive activities & Santa’s Grotto (includes a gift for each paying child). Hot chocolate and sweet treat included. Adult £10 includes tea, coffee and mulled wine. Under 2yrs go free. Every Sun in Dec plus Christmas Eve. 10am & 2pm.
4 December 2022 to 24 December 2022.
https://rendezvous-skipton.co.uk/
4 December 2022
CHRISTMAS MAKERS FAIR 2022
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
The market will take place in our beautifully restored Concert Hall and will coincide with the annual Christmas Market taking place on the High Street and Artisan Market at the Canal Basin. Be entertained by local musicians whilst you browse the stalls and relax with a mulled wine, bailey’s hot chocolate or mince pie in The Hub bar. Free entry.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
https://skiptontownhall.co.uk/
4 December 2022
FATHER CHRISTMAS NEEDS A WEE
The Muni Theatre ,
Colne
TaleGate Theatre Productions hit the perfect combination of witty humour, fantastic music and the extra sparkle for which they have become known in this fabulously funny and brilliantly bouncy musical adaptation of Nicholas Allan’s much loved book ‘Father Christmas Needs a Wee!’ There will be a meet and greet with Santa & Elfie and a free gift for every child. Adult £14.00, child £12, family £45.
2:00 pm.
https://www.themuni.co.uk/
5 December 2022
FINDS DAY WITH THE PORTABLE ANTIQUITIES SCHEME
Clitheroe Castle & Museum, Castle Hill,
Clitheroe
Did you know that thousands of archaeological objects are discovered every year by people going about their daily lives? Have you found a mystery object you'd like to identify? Drop in to see our amazing Finds Liaison Officers from Portable Antiquities Lancashire & Cheshire to find out more about your discoveries. Drop in.
11:00 am to 2:00 pm.
https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/
5 December 2022
WHITWORTH BRASS SEPTET
Leeds Cathedral, Great George St,
Leeds
After the ensemble’s first appearance last year, we’re delighted to welcome back the Whitworth Brass Septet from the RNCM to join Darius Battiwalla for virtuoso brass music and some seasonal items including carols for all to sing along. Free. No booking required.
1:15 pm to 2:10 pm.
https://www.leedsconcertseason.co.uk/
5 December 2022
ALBERT NOBBS
Colne Little Theatre, River Street,
Colne
Ticket bookings are now open for this adult comedy.
£7.50.
7:30 pm.
colnelittletheatre.uk
5 December 2022 to 10 December 2022
BLT – TWELFTH NIGHT
Bingley Little Theatre, Bingley Arts Centre,
Bingley
Twelfth Night is one of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies – a tale of disguise, romance and packed with unforgettable characters, it is sure to be a seasonal delight.
5 December 2022 to 10 December 2022.
https://www.bingleyartscentre.co.uk/
6 December 2022
Get Help with NHS Healthy Start
Colne Library
NHS Healthy Start gives families the best start in life by providing help, through a pre-paid Healthy Start card, to buy basic foods. If you’re more than 10 weeks pregnant or have a child under 4, the Healthy Start scheme can help you buy healthy foods like milk or fruit and get free vitamins. Staff at these drop-in digital support sessions will help you to find out if you are eligible and support you to apply online.
Free.
10:00 am to 12:00 pm.
events.lancashire.gov.uk
6 December 2022
CHRISTMAS CAROL SERVICE
Pendle Heritage Centre, Barrowfod,
Colne
Join us for our annual Christmas Carol Service in the atmospheric and festive Cruck Barn.
Free.
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm.
info@pendleheritagecentre.co.uk
7 December 2022 to 31 December 2022
STICK MAN
Leeds Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill,
Leeds
Touching, funny and utterly original, Freckle Productions’ delightful adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Stick Man. This award-winning production, from the team behind Zog and the Flying Doctors, Zog, Tiddler and other Terrific Tales, and Tabby McTat features a trio of top actors and is packed full of puppetry, songs, live music and funky moves. 10.30am, 1pm & 4pm. £14 -£21.
7 December 2022 to 31 December 2022.
https://leedsplayhouse.org.uk/
7 December 2022 to 8 January 2023
ROOM ON THE BROOM
The Lowry, Pier 8, The Quays,
Salford
Jump on board the broom with the witch and her cat in Tall Stories’ fun-filled adaptation of Room on the Broom, the best-selling picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Will there ever be room on the broom for everyone? Find out in the magical Olivier Award nominated show for everyone aged 3 and up. 10.30am & 1pm.
£21.
7 December 2022 to 8 January 2023.
https://thelowry.com/
7 December 2022
WREATH MAKING AT HOLMES MILL
Holmes Mill,, Greenacre Street,
Clitheroe
Wreath making class with Mad Florists. Your ticket includes mulled wine, mince pies and festive canapés, as well as all your wreath making materials.
£60.
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
https://vouchers.jamesplaces.co.uk/
8 December 2022
ANYTHING FOR LOVE – The Meat Loaf Story
St. George’s Hall ,
Bradford
The highly acclaimed Steve Steinman brings you his brand-new production featuring over 25 of Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman’s greatest hits, with special guest star Lorraine Crosby, the female lead vocalist on Meat Loaf’s Grammy Award winning song and No 1 hit the world over I Would Do Anything For Love (But I Won’t Do That).
£34.50.
7:30 pm.
https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/
8 December 2022
BLACKBURN CHAMBER CHOIR AT CHRISTMAS
Spring Antics in the Museum, Haslingden Road,
Rossendale
We are excited to be welcoming back the amazing Blackburn Chamber Choir performing their Christmas programme.
£12.
7:30 pm.
https://www.thewhitaker.org/
9 December 2022 to 17 December 2022
KING ARTHUR – THE PANTO
Chorley Theatre, Dole Lane,
Chorley
A traditional family Pantomime featuring plenty of fun and silliness. Pantomime written and directed by Robert Walsh. Various times. Adults £12, Children £10. Family £39.
9 December 2022 to 17 December 2022.
https://chorleytheatre.com/
9 December 2022 to 20 December 2022
MOTHER GOOSE
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West,
Preston
Preston Musical Comedy Society’s Christmas Pantomime for 2022 is Mother Goose, possibly the oldest panto story of them all. This family pantomime is full of fun, laughter, music, dance and just everything to cheer you up and enjoy the festive season. Various times. Adult £12, concessions £10, family £40.
9 December 2022 to 20 December 2022.
https://prestonplayhouse.co.uk/
9 December 2022 to 16 December 2022
CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT FEATURING VOGUE
Albert Halls, Victoria Square,
Bolton
Christmas party nights return to the Albert Halls, featuring singing duo Vogue and DJ with a hot buffet supper.
£30.
9 December 2022 to 16 December 2022.
https://www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/
9 December 2022
ROB NEWMAN – Live on Stage
Home, 2 Tony Wilson Place,
Manchester
Fresh from his BBC Radio 4 series Rob Newman On Air, the award-winning comedian’s new show is a stand-up epic that goes from cave paintings to car-free cities to ask: Who are we? Where are we going? And how do spiders fly? “The funniest comedian I have ever seen.” Sunday Times.
£17.50.
7:30 pm.
https://homemcr.org/
10 December 2022 to 31 December 2022
THE PANTOMIME ADVENTURES OF PETER PAN
Opera House, Manchester ,
Manchester
Comedy superstar Jason Manford will lead the cast in The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan in the role of Captain Hook, joined by returning Manchester panto favourite Ben Nickless as Smee. Various times. £13 - £51.
10 December 2022 to 31 December 2022.
https://www.manchestertheatres.com/
10 December 2022 to 31 December 2022
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
King George’s Hall, Northgate,
Blackburn
This Christmas, you’re invited to a pantomime full of Fe, Fi, Fo & Fun! Join our hero Jack and his mother Dame Trott as they try to defeat the evil Fleshcreep and his master the Giant who lives in the great castle in the sky. Various times. £14 - £19.50.
10 December 2022 to 31 December 2022.
https://bwdvenues.com/
10 December 2022 to 26 December 2022
PETER PAN ON ICE
Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Ocean Boulevard Promenade,
Blackpool
A magical adventure on ice presented by BIDCA. 2.30pm & 7pm. From £10.
10 December 2022 to 26 December 2022.
blackpoolpleasurebeach.com
10 December 2022 to 8 January 2023
OLD GRANNY GOOSE
Grand Opera House ,
York
Berwick Kaler is back with another spectacular pantomime for Christmas 2022 and joining him will be the dastardly David Leonard, side-kick Martin Barrass, principal ‘girl’ Suzy Cooper and favourite funny man AJ Powell. You may not remember the plot, but you will remember the laughs during the winter months. Various times and prices.
10 December 2022 to 8 January 2023.
www.grandoperahouseyork.org.uk
10 December 2022 to 22 January 2023
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street,
Bradford
Starring Bradford panto legend Billy Pearce as Farmer Billy, Emmerdale star and King of the Jungle Danny Miller as Jack and Ru Paul’s Drag Race UK runner-up Divina De Campo as The Spirit of the Beans. Doomed to sell his trusty cow, Jack sets out on a quest to climb a beanstalk of gigantic proportions to cloudland in the spectacular family pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk. £17 - £43.
10 December 2022 to 22 January 2023.
https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/
10 December 2022
THE HALLE’ – Messiah
The Bridgewater Hall, Lower Mosley Street,
Manchester
Handel The Messiah - Matthew Hamilton conductor and choral director. £5.50 - £46.
6:00 pm.
https://www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk/
10 December 2022
SOUL TRAIN
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre, New Market Street,
Colne
Harking back to the wonderful days when the dance floor was king, performers deliver a fun presentation of 60s and 70s soul classics. From early soul days of Tamla Motown, Stax, and Atlantic records through to disco and beyond as the show brings on the good times.
£20.
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
www.SoulTrain.org.uk
10 December 2022
CLASSIC SOUL CHRISTMAS
The Muni Theatre ,
Colne
Ginger Taylor Roman, Mike Kemp and Richard Lodge. Dancing from 8pm.
£5.
7:00 pm to 11:30 pm.
themuni.co.uk
10 December 2022
OH WHAT A NIGHT!
Silsden Town Hall, Main Street,
Silsden
Jersey Boys tribute act featuring all the hits from Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.
£15.
7:30 pm.
https://silsdentownhall.org.uk/
10 December 2022
SOUL TRAIN
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre, New Market Street,
Colne
Harking back to the wonderful days when the dance floor was king, performers deliver a fun presentation of 60s and 70s soul classics. From early soul days of Tamla Motown, Stax, and Atlantic records through to disco and beyond as the show brings on the good times. Great atmosphere - wonderful memories and always a fun night out!
£20.
7:30 pm to 9:40 pm.
http://phtheatre.co.uk/
11 December 2022
CROW WOOD CHRISTMAS MARKET
Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort, Holme Road,,
Burnley.
Expect an eclectic mix of vintage wares, handmade crafts, art and quirkiness from some of the finest makers, creators and collectors in the land, all with a festive twist of course! Free but need to book a time.
10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
https://www.craftyvintage.com/crowwood
11 December 2022
MUSIC AT THE MUSEUM
Cliffe Castle Museum, Spring Gardens Lane,
Keighley
Join us inside the Bracewell Smith Hall and enjoy music from Two Rivers Concert Band.
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
https://bradfordmuseums.org/
12 December 2022 to 8 January 2023
THE OCEAN AT THE END OF THE LANE
The Lowry, Pier 8, The Quays,
Salford
From the imagination of Neil Gaiman, best-selling author of Coraline, Good Omens and The Sandman, comes the National Theatre’s major new stage adaptation of The Ocean at the End of the Lane. This thrilling adventure of fantasy, myth and friendship, is a five-star spectacular which blends magic with memory in a tour-de-force of storytelling that takes audiences on an epic journey to a childhood once forgotten and the darkness that lurks at the very edge of it. 7.30pm. Thurs & Sat mat 2pm. £35 - £54.
12 December 2022 to 8 January 2023.
https://thelowry.com/
12 December 2022 to 13 December 2022
ATMOSFEAR! PRESENTS “A CHRISTMAS CAROL”
Samlesbury Hall, Preston New Road,
Preston
The 40-minute production is designed for families and lovers of ghost stories. The audience will travel back in time as the ghostly Christmas tale comes vividly to life in four dimensions and will be guided through the rooms of the Hall as they watch each scene in the story unfold. 6pm, 7pm, 8pm, 9pm and 10pm.
£20.
12 December 2022 to 13 December 2022.
https://www.samlesburyhall.co.uk/
14 December 2022 to 15 December 2022
A CHRISTMAS CAROL – Craig Cowdroy
Skipton Little Theatre, Clifford Street,,
Skipton
Craig has always wanted to perform his own one man show and is proud to be bringing A Christmas Carol to Skipton. 7.30pm. Wed mat 2pm. £10, under 16s £5.
14 December 2022 to 15 December 2022.
https://www.skiptonlittletheatre.org.uk/
14 December 2022 to 8 January 2023
CLAUS – THE MUSICAL
The Lowry, Pier 8, The Quays,
Salford
From the writer of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz comes the world premiere of Claus The Musical. Based on the beloved children’s book The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus by L. Frank Baum, this brand-new musical is as magical as Christmas itself. Various times & prices.
14 December 2022 to 8 January 2023.
https://thelowry.com/
14 December 2022
BACK CHAT BRASS
The Venue, Leeds Conservatoire, 3, Quarry Hill,
Leeds
The Leeds-based brass band’s brassy beats are an instant favourite of any audience lucky enough to catch the eight-piece ensemble live. In this concert the band presents its signature take on all your favourite Christmas tunes, featuring a one-of-a-kind sound, musicianship, and simply electrifying showmanship. Free admission, no booking required.
1:05 pm to 1:55 pm.
https://www.leedsconcertseason.co.uk/
14 December 2022
FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA 2022
Bingley Arts Centre, Main Street,
Bingley
A delicious afternoon tea served with large dollops of good music and a plateful of friendship - featuring Kitty LaMare.
£8.
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
https://www.bingleyartscentre.co.uk/
14 December 2022
CHRISTMAS CRACKER WITH GIGGLESWICK AND SETTLE BRASS BAND AND VOICES OF CRAVEN
Settle Victoria Hall, Kirkgate,
Settle
The band, directed by Kevin Maltby, has just celebrated its 70th birthday. They join forces with this community choir of people from all around Craven. The Voices of Craven choir will be directed by Simon Watkins and accompanied by Mike Nicholas.
£13.50.
7:30 pm to 10:00 pm.
https://www.settlevictoriahall.org.uk/
15 December 2022
THE 2022 LORD MAYOR’S CAROL CONCERTS
Leeds Minster, 2-6 Kirkgate,,
Leeds
Leeds Philharmonic Chorus, Rothwell Temperance Band. Celebrate Christmas with Leeds International Concert Season’s annual family carol concerts, taking place this year at Leeds Minster. 6.30pm & 8.30pm. £6.50, concs £3.50.
All day.
https://www.leedsconcertseason.co.uk/