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MUSIC AT THE MUSEUM
Cliffe Castle Museum Spring Gardens Lane, KeighleyJoin us inside the Bracewell Smith Hall and enjoy music from Haworth Ukulele Group. 2pm.
ELF EXPLORER
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthJoin us on the Elf Explorer for a magical experience this Christmas. Your experience begins when you arrive at Oxenhope station and are taken exploring through a winter wonderland by an Elf from the North Pole. You’ll then be able to write a list for Santa before boarding a steam train named The Elf Explorer for a fun-filled adventure with Father Christmas and his helpers. Every weekend from 26th Nov - 18th Dec and 22nd - 24th Dec. Various times.
MUSIC AT THE MUSEUM
Cliffe Castle Museum Spring Gardens Lane, KeighleyJoin us inside the Bracewell Smith Hall and enjoy music from Two Rivers Concert Band.
THE CAROL TRAIN SERVICE
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthTake a journey through the Worth Valley, full of festive cheer and magical carols. The Hall Royd Brass Band will create the soundtrack, accompanying us on the journey throughout the evening. A Pie & Pea supper at Keighley Station will be served before an express service back to Oxenhope Station. Departs Oxenhope 7pm.
Music At The Museum – Hattrix Big Band
Cliffe Castle Museum Spring Gardens Lane, KeighleyCome along to the Bracewell Smith Hall and enjoy music from local bands. A season of monthly Sunday afternoon concerts. 2pm.
THE LADY IN THE VAN
Keighley Playhouse Devonshire Street, KeighleyComedy drama by Alan Bennett. The Lady in the Van tells the story of Miss Mary Shepherd, whom Alan Bennett first came across when she was living in the street near his home in Camden Town. Taking refuge with her van in his garden originally for three months, she ended up staying fifteen years.
Once Upon A Pantomime!
Cliffe Castle Museum Spring Gardens Lane, KeighleyOnce Upon a Pantomime – Cliffe Castle’s newest display in our upstairs Costume Gallery features character from Pantomimes past. Tues - Fri 10am - 4pm, Sat & Sun 11am - 4pm , closed Mon.
THE STEAM GALA EXTRAVAGANZA
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthYou’ll be able to ride behind the guest locomotives and the home fleet across the four days, with intensive passenger service running on the railway. Across the traction-packed weekend, there’ll be a goods train demonstration and special double-headed trains. Buy online at least 3 days in advance of your visit and save 10% compared to the price you would pay on the day.
WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION
Keighley Playhouse Devonshire Street, KeighleyCourtroom drama by Agatha Christie.
YORKSHIRE AFTERNOON TEA
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthEnjoy finest Yorkshire Afternoon Tea on an steam-hauled train. You can choose to travel in the Restaurant Car with its plush red interior or opt for the Orient Express-style experience in one of the exquisite Pullman cars. Enjoy a glass of fizz or Orange juice followed by a beautifully laid out Afternoon Tea, served by attentive waiting staff. £35/£40.
Aire Valley Railway Modellers Club
Melbourne House, Dalton Lane, Keighley.Over a dozen layouts, from 2mm fine scale through to O gauge. Trade stalls, refreshments available.
Yorkshire Afternoon Tea
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthEnjoy finest Yorkshire Afternoon Tea on an steam-hauled train. You can choose to travel in the Restaurant Car with its plush red interior or opt for the Orient Express-style experience in one of the exquisite Pullman cars. Enjoy a glass of fizz or Orange juice followed by a beautifully laid out Afternoon Tea, served by attentive waiting staff. £35/£40.
Jack of Diamonds
Keighley Playhouse Devonshire Street, KeighleyA comedy by Marcia Cash and Douglas Hughes. Directed by Mike Ellison.
Flying Scotsman Centenary
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthThe Keighley & Worth Valley Railway will host the locomotive throughout May and help celebrate the landmark birthday. There will be a whole host of events across the month, including ride the legend, special dining services, late-night running and plenty of photo opportunities. Exact dates to confirmed.
Family Coronation Celebrations
Cliffe Castle Park Spring Gardens Lane, KeighleyJoin us for a family friendly day in celebration of the Coronation of King Charles III. Activities will include climbing tower, bouncy castles, sports, games, dance, arts and crafts. All for children and young people up to 14 years of age.
Music At The Museum
Cliffe Castle Museum Spring Gardens Lane, KeighleyA season of monthly Sunday afternoon concerts - from 2pm. Join us inside the Bracewell Smith Hall and enjoy music from local bands.
The Return of the Diesels!
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthMany visitors won’t remember steam traction, so the Diesel Gala brings back memories of these heritage machines that worked right from the end of steam up until recent memory – and in some cases, continue to do so!
VINTAGE TRAINS THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthOn successive weekends in 2023, Vintage Trains will operate using a selection of our collection of historic older coaches, many of which date back to Victorian times and rarely see public use. These carriages form part of the Railway’s museum collection. Every weekend from 22nd July - 20th Aug.
Yorkshire Day – a reet good laugh a’ orl things Yorkshire
Church Green KeighleyYorkshire Day in Keighley is a tongue-in-cheek celebration of living and working in God's own country, highlighting some of our favourite Yorkshire icons and local organisations. There will be plenty for the kids as well. Most of it will be free, including - Tug-o-war with special prize, Railway Children show, inventor shows, exploding experiments, children’s rides, inflatables, face painting, dancing displays, comedy. Plus, we'll have a bit of fun with our friends and neighbours over the border in Lancashire....
KEIGHLEY & DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL SHOW
KEIGHLEY & DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL SHOW Marley Fields, Aireworth Road, KeighleyKeighley & District Agricultural Show has taken place on the first Sat in Sept since the 1950s and provides an entertaining and fun day out for all the family. With the continued support of Keighley Town Council, we are pleased to be able to again offer subsidized show admission tickets at £5 for any adults, those 15 years old and under, accompanied by one paying adult will be admitted free.
Dangerous Corner
Keighley Playhouse Devonshire Street, KeighleyDangerous Corner - Drama by J.B. Priestly.
Keighley Arts and Film Festival
Old Sunwin House Hanover Street, KeighleyThis year we celebrate Keighley’s past, present and future working with all our partners to deliver a fun and quirky festival experience for everyone to enjoy. The majority of events are free or low cost, so why not try something new or return to an old favourite.
BEER & MUSIC FESTIVAL 2023
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthOver the weekend, the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway is transformed into a 5-mile-long Beer & Music Festival. Our Event Weekend Rover allows unlimited travel on all trains and entry to Festival sites. Various prices.
Jeeves & Wooster in Perfect Nonsense
Keighley Playhouse Devonshire Street, KeighleyComedy by David & Robert Goodale.
THE ELF EXPLORER
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthA magical Christmas experience that is guaranteed to light up your children’s faces and get the whole family in the mood for the Festive Season. This theatrical journey on board a beautiful steam train is the perfect way to travel, and we know that Father Christmas thinks so too…! £22 - £28. Booking essential.
Music at the Museum – Craven Accordion Orchestra
Cliffe Castle Museum Spring Gardens Lane, KeighleyJoin us inside the Bracewell Smith Hall and enjoy music from local bands. A season of monthly Sunday afternoon concerts.
Waiting for God
Keighley Playhouse Devonshire Street, KeighleyA comedy by Michael Aitkens. At Bayview retirement village, battle-axe extraordinaire Diana Trent conspires with new resident Tom Ballard to give the conniving manager his comeuppance through hilarious conspiracy - with unexpectedly heart warming results. £10, concs £9.
MUSIC AT THE MUSEUM – Skipton Community Orchestra
Cliffe Castle Museum Spring Gardens Lane, KeighleyJoin us inside the Bracewell Smith Hall and enjoy music from local bands. A season of monthly Sunday afternoon concerts.
Keighley 10k & 5k 2024
Victoria Park Hard Ings Road, KeighleyThe 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.
MUSIC AT THE MUSEUM – Bradford Accordion Band
Cliffe Castle Museum Spring Gardens Lane, KeighleyJoin us inside the Bracewell Smith Hall and enjoy music from local bands. A season of monthly Sunday afternoon concerts.
Yes, Prime Minister
Keighley Playhouse Devonshire Street, KeighleyComedy by Anthony Jay & Jonathan Lynn. Directed by Robin Martin. £10, concs £9.
Busybody
Keighley Playhouse Devonshire Street, KeighleyA comedy by Jack Popplewell. This hilarious play centres on a voluble cleaning woman who keeps telling the cops how to mind their business and who steps forward with the right evidence in every pinch.
Spider’s Web
Keighley Playhouse Devonshire Street, KeighleyMurder Mystery by Agatha Christie. Clarissa, the wife of a Foreign Office diplomat, is given to daydreaming. ‘Supposing I were to come down one morning and find a dead body in the library, what should I do?’ she muses. Clarissa has her chance to find out when she discovers a body in the drawing-room of her house in Kent.
Beauty And The Beast – Outdoor Theatre
East Riddlesden Hall Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.Chapterhouse Theatre Company’s rollicking new adaptation of Beauty and the Beast is perfect for all the family! Adult £22, child £13.20.
Within Nature – East And West
Cliffe Castle Museum Spring Gardens Lane, KeighleyThree artists, two from South Korea and one from England met at Camberwell School of Art in 1990 and became friends. They promised each other that one day they would hold an exhibition together. The years pass and now in 2024, Bradford District Museums and Galleries are hosting their exhibition ‘Within Nature – East and West’. Closed Mon.
Cliffe Castle Park Bandstand Concert
Cliffe Castle Park Spring Gardens Lane, KeighleyCome and enjoy traditional music from a large mix of bands in the beautiful and relaxed surroundings of Cliffe Castle. 4th August - Haworth Band..
Diesel And Ale Day
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthWe will be running a diesel locomotive-hauled service throughout the day, featuring either our Class 37 or Class 14, when we will serve you the finest cask ales from our on-train bar, as you travel through the Bronte countryside.
Sandcastles
Keighley Playhouse Devonshire Street, KeighleyA comedy by Bob Larbey. £10, concs £9. Tel: 07599 890 769.
Charity Golf Day
Branshaw Golf Club Oakworth, KeighleyAiredale Hospital and Community Charity are hosting their first Charity golf day at Branshaw Golf Club in Oakworth. Tickets include 18 hole game with a shotgun start, brunch and carvery supper and prizes on the day. Contact the charity team to book your tickets: anhsft.charity@nhs.net or 01535294870. Tickets are £50 per person or £195 for a team of four.
The Keighley & District Agricultural Show 2024
King George V Playing Fields Marley, KeighleyThe Keighley & District Agricultural Show has been a staple event on the first Saturday in September since the 1950s, providing an entertaining and fun day out for all the family. The show features livestock, horses, horticulture, handicrafts, children’s amusements, trade stands, and many special attractions.
AUTUMN STEAM UP
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthYou’ll be able to ride behind the locomotives over the two days, with intensive passenger service running on the railway. Across the traction-packed days, there’ll be a goods train demonstration, special double-headed trains, and even a visiting locomotive, perhaps a type that we wouldn’t usually have for our Spring Steam Gala.
BEER & MUSIC FESTIVAL 2024
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthOver the weekend, the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway is transformed into a 5-mile-long Beer & Music Festival. There will be a wide selection of beers (mostly real ales) from all over the country to choose from. Arguably one of the the North’s best Beer & Music Festivals and one of the KWVR’s biggest events. Live music throughout the weekend.
Winter Ceilidh
East Riddlesden Hall Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.Gather your friends, dust off your dancing shoes, and come along to Airedale Barn for an evening of laughter, live music, and unforgettable memories. The bar will be open, serving cold drinks and snacks all evening.
Around the World in 80 days
Keighley Playhouse Devonshire Street, KeighleyBased on the novel by Jules Verne and adapted by Laura Eason, this brand-new, fun and colourful family production tells the story of Around The World In Eighty Days as you’ve never seen it before. £10/£12.