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Rapunzel: A modern family pantomime

The Whitaker Haslingden Road, Rawtenstall

Step into a world where hair-raising excitement meets magical moments in All Souls’ sensational production of Rapunzel! Various times & prices.

Film night at The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery

The Whitaker Haslingden Road, Rawtenstall

Christmas Film: The Muppet Christmas Carol - Join Kermit, Miss Piggy, Gonzo and the gang for a tasty hot chocolate and film matinee as the Muppets universe re-tell Charles Dickens’ immortal classic “A Christmas Carol”.

£6

WinterFest

The Whitaker Haslingden Road, Rawtenstall

Choirs, music, mulled wine, festive food, makers market and more, taking place across the weekend. For the little ones, there might even be a visit from Father Christmas. Sat 12pm - 8pm, Sun 10am - 4pm.

Film nights at The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery

The Whitaker Haslingden Road, Rawtenstall

Barton Fink - 1991, Directed by Joel Coen & Ethan Coen A Coen brothers classic and winner of the Palme D’Or and two other major awards at Cannes. £7.50, concs £6.

Cottonshed Theatre Company: Beware of the Doll

The Whitaker Haslingden Road, Rawtenstall

Inspired by the Cabinet of Curiosities and taxidermy pieces at The Whitaker, this show has been expertly conceived and created by the children’s section (7-11 years) of this inclusive theatre group. Come along and experience the weird, scary and spooky side of theatre.

£5

Summer Antics at the Museum

The Whitaker Haslingden Road, Rawtenstall

Summer story, make and take. It's National Book Lovers Day this week so come and join us as we read some summer stories and then make a summer themed mask to take home. 11am & 1pm.          

£3

Easter Antics at the Museum

The Whitaker Haslingden Road, Rawtenstall

Decorate and roll an egg, design and make an Easter bonnet or mask, solve an Easter mystery, and much more!  Sessions at 11am and 1pm. £3 per child.

An Evening with Jennifer Reid

The Whitaker Haslingden Road, Rawtenstall

Take a journey back to pre-Industrial Lancashire through song.  Jennifer sings traditional Lancashire dialect and Industrial Revolution work and street songs.

£10

Festival of the Brain

The Whitaker Haslingden Road, Rawtenstall

This day-long festival will feature a variety of guest speakers each of whom will present different areas of expertise and viewpoints relating to aspects and ideas of the brain.

£7

Spring Antics in the Museum

The Whitaker Haslingden Road, Rawtenstall

This month the theme is Spring - unlock our latest museum mystery to claim your prize!  Check out some of our fascinating collection of gems, minerals & rocks. Make and take home a 'sign of spring'.  And if you still have the energy, follow our spring trail and play a few games.  11am & 1pm. £3.