Redcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonHazel Findlay – The Walls Within
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsRedcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonRedcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonRedcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonRedcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonThe Elton John Show – A Tribute to the Rocket Man
Civic Arts Centre & Theatre 155 Union Road, AccringtonRedcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonRedcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonWeek 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Free Tours of Samlesbury Hall
Free Tours of Samlesbury Hall
Free guided tours around Samlesbury Hall on Sundays at 11am and 2pm. These will give you an insight into the fascinating, educational and often bloody history of Samlesbury Hall, for grown-ups and children alike. Donations welcome.
David Hockney: A Year In Normandie
David Hockney: A Year In Normandie
One of David Hockney's latest works is now being exhibited in the historic Salt's Mill on a specially designed display which connects over 200 interlinking works from the Bradford-born artist. At 90.75 metres long this is David Hockney’s biggest ever picture: a vibrant, joyful frieze recording the changing seasons in and around the artist’s French garden.
Dangerous Corner
BODY WELLNESS PILATES
BODY WELLNESS PILATES
Pilate classes are great for all abilities. The classes are designed to work at your level and to be fun. Tues 10am - 11am.
The Luna Cinema
The Luna Cinema
As day turns to night, soak up the atmosphere, pop the bubbly and get ready for cinema under the stars. We’ll be screening:- 6th Sept: Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody, 7th Sept: Pretty Woman, 8th Sept: Top Gun: Maverick, 9th Sept: Mamma Mia. £17.50 - £25.50.
EVERYBODY’S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
EVERYBODY’S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
This ‘funny, outrageous, touching’ (Daily Telegraph), musical sensation is to be experienced by all the family and not to be missed! 7.30pm. wed & Sat mat 2pm. £28 - £44.
Sophie McCartney: Tired & Tested
Sophie McCartney: Tired & Tested
Join award-winning comedian Sophie McCartney as she ventures into the perilous world of parenthood in this rollicking stand-up show set to test pelvic floor muscles to the max(i) pad.
FOUNTAINS ABBEY AND STUDLEY ROYAL WATER GARDEN
FOUNTAINS ABBEY AND STUDLEY ROYAL WATER GARDEN
Ancient Abbey ruins and an awe inspiring water garden at this World Heritage Site. Following the latest government guidance the abbey and water garden as well as the Studley deer park are open for much needed access to nature. The visitor centre restaurant, Studley tea room and Mill kiosk are also open. Lots to see and do. Open daily. 10am - 4.30pm. Adult £18, child £9, family £45.
Cirque: The Greatest Show
Cirque: The Greatest Show
Where Musical Theatre Meets Circus. It’s the brand-new variety spectacular everyone is talking about for 2023. . . welcome to Cirque: the award-winning, smash-hit sensation that is fun for all the family. 2.30pm & 7.30pm. Tickets from £27.25.
Saltaire Festival
Saltaire Festival
A celebration of the arts, community and the village’s unique history, the festival attracts more than 30,000 people to enjoy some 100+ events. This year it celebrates its 20th anniversary. Featuring exhibitions, music, arts and crafts, children’s activities, markets, fairs, food and drink, comedy and spoken word, dance and theatre.
FYLDE COAST FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL
FYLDE COAST FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL
Come along to the annual Fylde Coast Food and Drink Festival. We will be joined by the best food and drink suppliers in our region and there’ll be lots to try and buy as well as plenty of street food cooking outside for lunch! 9th - 10th Sept. 10am - 4pm.
Hazel Findlay – The Walls Within
Hazel Findlay – The Walls Within
In ‘rockstar’ climber Hazel Findlay’s new show, she’ll walk you through the biggest internal battles she’s faced in her career and how she’s overcome them. She’ll take stories from her most difficult ascents and wild expeditions, such as her recent climbing trip to Greenland with Alex Honnold. £15.50 - £18.50.
THE MOON – Presented by Martin Lunn
THE MOON – Presented by Martin Lunn
Fascinating us since the beginning of time, the Moon was even worshipped as a god in the past, for the protection its night time light gave to ancient people. Join Martin for a fascinating exploration of the Moon’s history. 12.30pm.
1999 The Ultimate Prince Experience
1999 The Ultimate Prince Experience
Dedicated live performances from talented multi-instrumentalist Dale Ray on vocals, guitars and piano, are a fitting commemoration in this world-class production that evokes the wonderous and quixotic realm of Prince-his music, his art, his vision.
Kathryn Tickell and the Darkening
Kathryn Tickell and the Darkening
Kathryn Tickell & The Darkening embrace that global perspective, bringing some of the oldest Northumbrian tunes and songs throbbing to life, intermingling them with new material and binding it all together with contemporary resonance and attitude.
The Story of Ireland
The Story of Ireland
The scene is set for a journey through the story of the Emerald Isle. Through narration, poetry and song we are taken through Irish history from the Celtic times, through various famous historical moments, famous characters who helped shape the culture of the country, right up to the music we know and love over the last number of years when we hear stories of the Titanic build, the 1916 Rising, the forming of the Dubliners, and finding peace in Northern Ireland. Adult £13.50, child £11.50.
Britain’s Got Comedy
Britain’s Got Comedy
Join the best comedians from Britain’s Got Talent, as they take to the stage for the ultimate night of stand up. Hosted by comedy legend, Jamie Sutherland.
The Elton John Show – A Tribute to the Rocket Man
The Elton John Show – A Tribute to the Rocket Man
Celebrating 50 years of Goodbye Yellow Brick Road. The Elton John Show is the UK’s newest and most exciting Elton John tribute show to hit the stage. £22.50 - £25.
Nelson Food & Drink Festival 2023
Nelson Food & Drink Festival 2023
The 2023 Nelson Food and Drink Festival will return in style with a number of fantastic free attractions including live cooking demonstrations, entertainment for all the family and an extra special competition for local school children. Alongside the demonstrations, there will be over 30 food and drink stalls, offering incredible cuisine and an array of aromatic worldwide delights.
Be transported back for Heritage Open Day
Be transported back for Heritage Open Day
Travel back to the early 1900s, and experience what life was like for mill workers in Lancashire's iconic weaving mill, Queen Street Mill. With authentically dressed and expert staff on hand, you can explore the mill as it was in its hey day. Guided tours at 12.30pm, 1.45pm, 3pm on a strictly first-come-first-serve basis. Free.
The Real Thing
The Real Thing
The Real Thing enjoyed success in the 1970s and 1980s with top three singles Can't Get By Without You, Can You Feel The Force and with their number one hit You To Me Are Everything. They return in 2023 with brand new music and a brand new tour.
Blackpool Male Voice Choir Centenary Concert
Blackpool Male Voice Choir Centenary Concert
Blackpool Male Voice Choir, finalists in the 2022 Lancashire Choir of the Year competition, invite you to help them celebrate a momentous occasion – a Centenary Concert.
Running From Paradise
Running From Paradise
Purple Dreams present Running from Paradise written and directed by Tobias Nicholls. "You can run from your past... but you cannot hide from it."
A NIGHT AT THE MUSICALS
A NIGHT AT THE MUSICALS
Come and hear all the hits from shows including Les Misérables, The Greatest Showman, Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Prince of Egypt, The Bodyguard and many more.
Fylde Coast Food and Drink Festival 2023
Fylde Coast Food and Drink Festival 2023
This year’s event will showcase the finest food and drink from our region and with free entry, free parking and free entertainment and family activities. A fantastic, food-filled day out for all the family to enjoy!
Otley Vintage Transport Extravaganza
Otley Vintage Transport Extravaganza
Longstanding fun event featuring vintage cars, fairground organs, motorcycles, military vehicles, heavy & light commercials, tractors, steam engines, trade stands, car boot sale, displays, brass bands, children’s amusements, Punch & Judy Show, City of Leeds Pipe Band, terrier racing and more. Charity event for ‘Hang on to a Dream’ which to date has granted ‘dreams’ for around 90 young people.
THE AMERICAN ROAD SHOW
THE AMERICAN ROAD SHOW
Long bonneted Kenworths, Peterbilts, Mack Trucks; big powerful Transams, Mustangs, Dodge Rams & Chargers . . . some Hot Rods too!! Live Country & Western music, Indians in full headdress, gun toting Cowboys, booted Cowgirls. Plus vintage American trucking films in the Museum Cinema.
Skipton Eco Day
Skipton Eco Day
There is no planet B. A great fun family day. Throughout the day take part in the fun treasure hunt and some fun family activities. Free.
YORKSHIRE SCULPTURE PARK
YORKSHIRE SCULPTURE PARK
YSP is fantastic for families. You can explore and play together in 500 acres of beautiful landscape with contemporary sculpture throughout. Cafe and restaurant open. We are pleased to offer baby changing facilities, family friendly food and buggy friendly paths.. Open daily. £9, concs £6, under 18s free.
John Kearns: The Varnishing Days
John Kearns: The Varnishing Days
The Varnishing Days is the heart-stopping, glasses-dropping, hard-rocking, wig-shaking, levothyroxine-taking, knee-knocking, bootlicking, justifying, teeth rattling, digressing new show from stand-up comedian to the stars John Kearns.
Some Guys Have All The Luck
Some Guys Have All The Luck
Direct from the West End, the show brings to the stage an incredible live concert celebrating one of rock music’s most influential icons, Rod Stewart, and takes you on a musical journey that spans six decades from humble beginnings in the R ‘n B clubs of the 1960’s to world-famous rock sensation. £26 - £30.
Perfect Fourth Saxophone Quartet
Perfect Fourth Saxophone Quartet
The ensemble will be presenting a varied programme of music from all eras, ranging from Baroque and Classical pieces, through jazz to modern popular songs. Adult £12.50. under 18s £5. Chariety event for St Mary’s Church and the church’s Carbon Zero Project.