Redcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonVINTAGE TRAINS THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthRedcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonVINTAGE TRAINS THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthRedcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonVINTAGE TRAINS THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthThe Lord Chamberlain’s Men present Romeo and Juliet
East Riddlesden Hall Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.Redcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonVINTAGE TRAINS THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthRedcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonVINTAGE TRAINS THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthRedcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonVINTAGE TRAINS THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthRedcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonVINTAGE TRAINS THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthWeek of Events
The Brontës And The Wild
The Brontës And The Wild
Our 2023 exhibition, The Brontës and the Wild, considers how landscape, weather and the natural world play an important role in the lives and work of the Brontës.
Real Food Ilkley Market
Real Food Ilkley Market
Real Food Ilkley offers produce from fresh bread, cakes and gluten free bakes to curry sauces, cheeses, condiments and crepes. Stalls also include organic meat and veg, brownies, truffles and herbs from local producers and independent retailers. First Sun of every month.
Woof Shack
Woof Shack
Free social group for dogs and their people. Planned regular walks, games, specialist talks, advice and much more. Last Thursday of every month.
Hesketh Farm Park
Hesketh Farm Park
Hesketh Farm Park is set in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, just 1 mile from the picturesque village of Bolton Abbey and 5 miles from the market town of Skipton. Whether it’s lambing in spring, chicks at Easter or the arrival of any of our newborns. We have loads of interesting and fun things to see and do at Hesketh Farm Park throughout the year, whatever the weather. £1 - £7.50.
THE FORBIDDEN CORNER
THE FORBIDDEN CORNER
The Forbidden Corner is a unique labyrinth of tunnels, chambers, follies and surprises created within a four acre garden in the heart of Tupgill Park and the Yorkshire Dales A tourist visitor attraction unlike anywhere that you have been before, ideal for the adventurers and those young at heart! Mon - Sat 12pm - 6pm, Sun & bank holidays 10am - 6pm.
Redcurrant Glass Courses
Redcurrant Glass Courses
Courses/workshops are available in kiln formed glass, kiln formed glass jewellery, lampwork glass beadmaking, silverclay and silver jewellery. Courses and taster sessions are available throughout the year from just £30. Booking required.
INGLEBOROUGH CAVE
INGLEBOROUGH CAVE
An underground experience for the whole family. Truly magnificent displays of stalactites, stalagmites, flowstones, pillars, fossils and other spectacular features. Open daily until Oct. Adult £13, child £6.50, family £37.
IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM
IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM
Purpose built to tell the powerful stories of over a century of war, IWM North makes full use of its extraordinary exhibition space to deliver an award winning immersive experience. Wed to Sun 10am - 5pm. Booking essential.
LANCASTER CASTLE
LANCASTER CASTLE
The Castle's origins date back almost 1,000 years. Occupying a city centre location on the site of three successive Roman forts and has been described as ‘not only the North West's most important historic and archaeological monument, but also of international importance’. See history come alive in the heart of Lancaster. Open daily 9.30am - 5pm.
Pirate Ship and Pop-up Beach
Pirate Ship and Pop-up Beach
Ahoy mi hearties – All hands on deck! Our magnificent pirate ship will be returning from the high seas this summer and will be moored on the ‘pop-up’ beach on the bank of the River Wharfe, outside the Cavendish Pavilion. Don’t forget your bucket and spade!
Amore Amor Amour: Hot Ice Show
Amore Amor Amour: Hot Ice Show
2023’s production ‘Amore Amor Amour’ is set to be a spectacular fast-moving live performance, which promises to keep you sitting on the edge of your seat. Various times and prices.
WYCOLLER COUNTRY PARK
WYCOLLER COUNTRY PARK
Wycoller Country Park is one of the prettiest country parks in Lancashire. The area is famous for its association with the Brontë sisters who referred to many of the nearby landmarks in books such as Wuthering Heights and Jane Eyre. There is many footpaths leading to local beauty spots which include Bank House and Wycoller Beck. Car park and cafe.
AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS
AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS
The Dukes outdoor theatre extravaganza returns with an epic adventure for the whole family! Join us on this incredible race around the world - by trains, boats, elephants and balloons! In an epic whirlwind adventure in the beautiful setting of Lancasters Williamson Park. Adult £22m child £16.
VINTAGE TRAINS THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER
VINTAGE TRAINS THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER
On 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.
DINOSAURS HAVE LANDED!
DINOSAURS HAVE LANDED!
Join the explorers, using stunning puppetry to bring remarkably life-like dinosaurs to life. Step into the world of Brassica - DinoLAND, and discover immersive storytelling, friendly baby dinosaurs, a huge Stegosaurus, and the menacing T-Rex - plus all the fun of the farm park. Adult £12.79, child £14.96.
PIRATES & MERMAIDS
PIRATES & MERMAIDS
Take a trip under the sea to meet our very own magnificent mermaid and swashbuckling pirate! Explore the little mermaid’s enchanted cavern filled with gadgets and gizmos aplenty, whozits and whatzits galore. It’s time to shell-abrate at Mother Shipton’s Pirates & Mermaids event this summer.
The Forbidden Corner
The Forbidden Corner
The Forbidden Corner is a unique labyrinth of tunnels, chambers, follies and surprises created within a four acre garden in the heart of Tupgill Park and the Yorkshire Dales. A tourist visitor attraction unlike anywhere that you have been before, ideal for the adventurers and those young at heart! Booking essential.
FAMILY MONTH AUGUST
FAMILY MONTH AUGUST
Extended opening times to welcome families to the Hall for a free teddy bear hunt around the house. There’s also time to take a woodland walk, enjoy brass rubbings, follow the tree face trail, climb on the play area, enjoy bee corner and the insect hotel, or run around the caterpillar maze. 1st - 31st Aug. Tues to Fri, between 1.30pm - 5.30pm (plus Sun).
Family Cycle Zone
Family Cycle Zone
Our Family Cycle Zone offers a safe area for children to cycle, away from the hazards of traffic and pedestrians. With “roads” cut through the grass and road signs to mark the way, children can enjoy endless fun and freedom manoeuvring the roundabout and junctions!Entry to the Family Cycle Zone is included with your car parking ticket. So enjoy a great value family day out.
Brockholes Nature Reserve
Brockholes Nature Reserve
Whether it’s on the iconic floating visitor village or on the 250 acre nature reserve, Brockholes is full of nature moments just waiting for you to find. Located just off the M6, Brockholes is perfect for a family day out. Open daily 10am - 5pm.
Wednesdays in August – Railbus Wednesday
Wednesdays in August – Railbus Wednesday
Come and ride in our Vintage Railbus every Wed in August. Railbus runs every 45 minutes from 11:00am to 3:30pm. Book on line or just turn up on the day. Subject to availability.
The Alpaca Walking Experience
The Alpaca Walking Experience
Meet and greet the beautiful alpacas or take them for a private walk on this working sheep farm, located in the rural village of Samlesbury on a 35-acre smallholding. Feed them their favourite treats and learn lots of alpaca fact too. Walks last approximately one and a half hours, all children must be accompanied by a full paying adult. Adult £20, child £15.
SUMMER SCHOOLS 2023
SUMMER SCHOOLS 2023
Come along to one of our two summer schools! Young people will take part in acting and devising masterclasses alongside games and improvisation, all led by skilled practitioners. The week will culminate with a showcase for family and friends, and is a great opportunity to get creative, make new friends and learn valuable skills. 7th - 11th Aug (8 - 12yr olds), 21st - 25th Aug (13 - 18 yr olds).
Pendle Walking Festival
Pendle Walking Festival
Pendle's Walking Festival is one of the largest and best in the country. The festival is an annual event and there are guided walks every day to suit walkers of all abilities, ranging from easy walks of a couple of miles to fantastic challenge walks. There are so many great walks, so....why not come and join in?
Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival
Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival
We'll have amazing scarecrows, amazing cakes and probably some amazingly erratic weather! At just £3 for a car parking space, and £1 for a trail sheet, it's the cheapest Day Out around! All proceeds support community organisations and groups. Great family day out.
Disney’s Winnie The Pooh
Disney’s Winnie The Pooh
Disney’s iconic Winnie the Pooh, Christopher Robin and their best friends Piglet, Eeyore, Kanga, Roo, Rabbit, and Owl (oh… and don’t forget Tigger too!) have come to life in a beautifully crafted musical stage adaptation. Various times & prices.
GREATEST DAYS – TAKE THAT MUSICAL
GREATEST DAYS – TAKE THAT MUSICAL
Greatest Days features more than 15 record-breaking Take That songs, alongside a heart-warming and hilarious story of love, loss and laughter from award-winning writer Tim Firth that will make your heart Shine. Various times & prices.
Outdoor Theatre: Peter Pan
Outdoor Theatre: Peter Pan
This is the tale about the boy who didn't want to grow up. An adventure with Pirates, Indian Braves and the Lost Boys on Never Never Land. 12pm & 2.30pm. £8. Group of 3 - £20, group of 4 - £25.
Art in the Pen
Art in the Pen
Art in the Pen is a well established and highly regarded art and craft fair that runs each year at Skipton Auction Mart. From humble beginnings, the event has developed into what many now consider to be the North's leading art event.
The Curse of the Haunted Pirate Ship
The Curse of the Haunted Pirate Ship
Tom Rolfe Productions return with a swashbuckling summer pantomime for all the family! Join Buckle the cabin boy and all the gang as they embark on an adventure amidst the high seas. 1pm & 5pm.
Peter Pan – Outdoor Theatre
Peter Pan – Outdoor Theatre
Join Slapstick Picnic for a theatrical treat like no other as they whip up a three hander version of JM Barrie’s classic play Peter Pan. 3pm & 7pm. £12 - £19.
The Lord Chamberlain’s Men present Romeo and Juliet
The Lord Chamberlain’s Men present Romeo and Juliet
Ourdoor Theatre - With a history stretching back to William Shakespeare himself they present this great play as he first saw it, in the open air, with an all male cast and Elizabethan costumes, music and dance. Adult £18, child £10.
Under The Boardwalk
Under The Boardwalk
A Celebration Of The Drifters, Stylistics, Temptations & The Other Soul Icons. Adult £28, concs £26.
Elvis Remembered
Elvis Remembered
Elvis Remembered takes you through the career of the King of Rock n Roll, Elvis Presley from the hits of the 50s n 60s to the concert shows of the 70s. Paul Molloy and The Memphis band bringing you a full two hour live show.
BURN – A tribute to Deep Purple
BURN – A tribute to Deep Purple
Over two hours of hi-octane Purple classics from all eras, including Highway Star, Child in Time, Stormbringer, Space Truckin’, Fireball, You Fool No One, Smoke on the Water, Soldier of Fortune, Woman from Tokyo and, of course, BURN.
The Original 1940s Dance 2023
The Original 1940s Dance 2023
The Original 1940s Dance during the Lytham 1940s Weekend will be once again held at the Lowther Pavilion. Tickets include dancing to the Debonaires vintage swing band and dine on our famous Ration Pack. Dress code 1940’s vintage
FARMERS’ MARKET
FARMERS’ MARKET
Explore the finest produce Lancashire has to offer, from meat and cheese to delicious traditional pies. Choose from a mouth-watering selection of cakes, brownies and muffins, treat yourself to a coffee, and pick up some local gin or beer for later! £2 per car.
THE GREAT BRITISH LORRIES DAY
THE GREAT BRITISH LORRIES DAY
One of the biggest gatherings of classic lorries. Leylands, Fodens, ERFs, Atkinsons, Scammells, AECs, Commers, Albions, Morris Commercials to name just a few. . . but also expect some buses and vans.
Towneley Tribute Festival
Towneley Tribute Festival
Towneley Park Tribute Festival comes to Towneley Park, Burnley with some of the UKs best tribute bands. There will food court, cocktail & gin bars and more! Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult.
Pride & Prejudice – Outdoor Theatre
Pride & Prejudice – Outdoor Theatre
The finale of the 13th season of open air theatre at Lytham Hall sees Illyria presenting Oliver Gray’s stage adaptation of one of Jane Austen’s most popular novels. £8 - £15.