Retford Events
What's On Around Retford
Today to Sat 28 Nov, By Distance closest first.
Wellbeing Walk (Idle Valley)
Tue 3 Nov, Wed 4 Nov, Tue 10 Nov, and more dates until Wed 30 Dec
Idle Valley Nature Reserve, North Road, Retford DN22 8RQ
About the event
These walks take place every Tuesday at 10:30am and every Wednesday at 1:30pm and last about 90 minutes - this is not constant...
Photography and Wildlife Walk
Thu 5 Nov, Thu 3 Dec
Idle Valley Nature Reserve, North Road, Retford DN22 8RQ
About the event
If you're looking for a longer walk, try our Photography and Wildlife Walks on the first Thursday of every month starting at...
North Notts Group Talk: Weeds Are Wilderflowers Too with Nigel Slater
Thu 12 Nov
Idle Valley Nature Reserve, North Road, Retford DN22 8RQ
Is there more going on with weeds than we think? Join Nigel Slater for a talk on these often maligned plants...
Idle Valley Wildlife Watch: Owl Suppers
Sat 14 Nov
Idle Valley Nature Reserve, North Road, Retford DN22 8RQ
Seasonal wildlife activities for 7 to 12 year olds, with a walk in the reserve.
About the event:
Wildlife Watch groups offer a fun, wild and...
Join our choir in Worksop for a FREE taster session
Thu 5 Nov, Thu 12 Nov, and more dates until Thu 28 Jan 27
Carlton in Lindrick Civic Center, Oakham Drive, Worksop S81 9AP
If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Rock Choir...
That's so 90s
Sat 7 Nov
Trinity Arts Centre Trinity Street, Gainsborough, United Kingdom DN21 2AL
It’s time to zig-a-zig-ah your way into the weekend! The ultimate 90s night out is here!
That’s So 90s – The 90’s Nostalgia Party
Fire up your...
Ladies Lunch
Wed 25 Nov
Kenwood Hall Hotel & Spa, Kenwood Road, Nether Edge, Sheffield S25 4DL
Christmas Ladies Lunch – An afternoon of festive food, networking and inspiring conversation
Join us at the beautiful Kenwood Hall Hotel,...
Championship Cat show
Sat 14 Nov
THE DOME, BAWTRY ROAD, DONCASTER DN4 7PD
GCCF Championship cat show, with loads of stalls offering all manner of feline inspired items.
Upwards of 400 cats of many fascinating varieties...
Open Weekend at Epworth Fields Holiday Park
Fri 13 Nov and Sat 14 Nov
Epworth Fields Holiday Park, Newlands Lane, Epworth, Doncaster DN9 1JA
Come and look round our holiday lodges for sale at Epworth Fields, a quiet park set around an owners-only fishing lake in the North Lincolnshire...
Bright Winter Nights 2026, 26-27 November
Thu 26 Nov and Fri 27 Nov
Bolsover Castle, Castle Street, Bolsover, Chesterfield S44 6PR
Urban Projections at Bright Winter Nights 2026
videoclub is collaborating with Junction Arts to commission a new work by Urban Projections for...
Mansfield & Ashfield Wildlife Watch: Wollaton Hall
Sat 7 Nov
St Mark's Church Hall, Nottingham Road, Mansfield NG18 1BP
Swap ‘Screen Time’ for Green Time and enjoy outdoor activities on Titchfield Park, Quarry Lane and Oakham Nature Reserves...
Fireworks Fantasia & Halloween Spooktacular 2026
Today
Lincolnshire Showground, Lincoln LN2 2NA
Fireworks Fantasia & Halloween Spooktacular is back! Join us on 31st October at the Lincolnshire Showground, for an action-packed night of family fun...
The Buildings Archaeologist
Thu 12 Nov
Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln LN1 1EZ
Organised by the Society for Lincolnshire History & Archaeology (SLHA) and presented by James Wright of Triskele Heritage...
The Guild Session
Mon 16 Nov, Mon 21 Dec
St. Mary's Guildhall, High Street, Lincoln LN5 7SF
The Guild Sessions are monthly concert events held in the lovely 12th century building. St. Mary's Guildhall...
Newark Group Talk: British Wildfowl with Geoff Lee
Thu 5 Nov
Newark Library, Beaumond Gardens, Baldertongate, Newark NG24 1UW
Geoff Lee takes us through the swans, geese and ducks found in Britain, their range, migration, population and breeding...
Free Group Physiotherapy & Strength & Balance for Women 45+ Rotherham
Wed 4 Nov, Wed 11 Nov, and more dates until Wed 9 Dec
United Multicultural Centre
59–63 Carlisle Street
Rotherham S65 1HA
Looking for free physiotherapy, strength and balance exercises or gentle exercise for women in Rotherham?...
FREE taster session with the Kirton Lindsey/Scunthorpe Rock Choir
Wed 18 Nov, Wed 25 Nov
Kirton in Lindsey Town Hall, High Street, Kirton in Lindsey DN21 4LZ
Do you want to find a local choir to join near you?
The Kirton in Lindsey Rock Choir is led by vocal teacher Christina Dmytryk Clark...
Christmas Quiz Night
Fri 27 Nov
Lincoln Rugby Football Club, Longdales Park, Lodge Lane, Lincoln LN2 2RS
The Lincoln Under 16's Christmas Quiz NightGet your thinking caps on, gather your teammates and join us for a brilliant evening of festive fun,...
Halloween 2026 at Meadowhall
Today
Meadowhall Centre, Sheffield S9 1EP
Meadowhall has shared a roundup of free, family activities taking place at the centre for parents looking for cost-effective ways to keep the kids...
Meadowhall Christmas Parade 2026
Thu 12 Nov
Meadowhall Centre, Sheffield S9 1EP
Christmas will officially launch at Meadowhall this November, with a packed programme of family activities including its annual Christmas Parade,...
Fireworks at Coleby
Sat 7 Nov
Coleby Village Hall, Rectory Road, Coleby LN5 0AJ
Firework Display at Coleby Playing Field, Rectory Road, Coleby LN5 0AJ
Near Death Experiences
Tue 10 Nov
Friends Meeting House, 27 Ashgate Road, Chesterfield S40 4AG
Talk by Matthew Aenold
The characteristics of, the evidence for, and possible explanation for, NDEs, which are profound personal events occurring...
Sheffield Skeptics in the Pub
Mon 16 Nov
Farm Road Sports & Social Club, Farm Road, Sheffield S2 2TP
Sheffield Skeptics in the Pub was founded in December 2009 and is a good way for people from all walks of life to hear from experts and discuss with...
Festive Print Making
Thu 12 Nov
Arts in the Right Place, Raccoon Studios, 4 Haymarket, Sheffield S1 2AX
Join me at Arts in the Right Place - Raccoon Studios on November 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM for a creative and hands-on experience!...
Eden Stell Guitar Duo
Fri 27 Nov
St Saviour's Church, Grand Drive, Wimbledon DN20 9DL
For our final concert of 2026, we are delighted to welcome back old friends Mark Eden and Chris Stell, the Eden Stell Guitar Duo, one of the...
Halloween 2026 (Into the woods)
Today
Bestwood Lodge Hotel, Bestwood Country Park, Nottingham NG5 8HT
Come and join us at one of Nottingham's most Gothic Buildings, for and afternoon of Live music, fun and activities, including a Trick or Treat...
Maker Noise presents: Under The Influence The Minions Jarg Armani
Fri 13 Nov
Shakespeare's, Gibraltar Street, Sheffield S3 8UB
Three bands. Three vibes. Three hour (more or less) of music. All punk.
Cabaret Boom Boom - Saturday 14th November
Sat 14 Nov
Ruskin Hall, Ruskin Hall, Walkley Community Centre, Fir Street, , Sheffield S6 3TG
Step into the world of Cabaret Boom Boom - a vibrant collision of comedy, circus artistry, physical theatre, and musical mischief...
Gizmo play house carboot sale
Today
121 Aldham House Lane
Wombwell S73 8RQ
Selling cds. Vynils. We organise activities for young adults and children.
Gizmo play house donation centre
Mon 2 Nov
121 aldham house lane
Wombwell
South Yorkshire S73 8RQ
We accept cds. Dvds. Men's clothing. Toys. All electrical.
FREE taster session with the Chesterfield Rock Choir
Wed 4 Nov
St John's Walton, Walton Back Lane, Chesterfield S42 7LT
If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!...
Here’s how to get fang-tastic freebies in Nottingham
Today
Wellington Avenue, Newton, Newton, Nottinghamshire NG13 8HA
A housebuilder in Nottinghamshire is brewing up some fun by giving out free activity packs to families searching for their new home – and this is how...
Maid Marian and the Merry Men
Wed 25 Nov to Sat 28 Nov
The Dales United Reformed Church
63 Parkdale Road (corner of Parkdale/Eastdale road)
Bakersfield
Nottingham NG3 7GL
The Dales Music and Drama Group presents Maid Marian and the Merry Men 25th November to 28th November 2026, at The Dales United Reformed...
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TCG & Geeky Market
Sun 8 Nov
Brew+ Goole Market Hall, Estcourt Terrace, Goole DN14 5AB
Rebel Trading Events is back at the amazing Brew+ Market Hall in Goole for another FREE ENTRY event!
Come and geek out with us for a full day of...
Death & the Maiden
Sun 22 Nov
Junction Goole, Paradise Place, Goole DN14 5DL
Experience a thrilling concert of three extraordinary works performed live by Ensemble 360, Music in the Round’s acclaimed collective of world-class...
South Notts Group Talk: Restoring Wildcats to the Cairngorms
Thu 5 Nov
Online NG1 1EA
Learn how wildcats are being returned to the Scottish Highlands. Hosted by Louise Hughes of the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland...
Nottingham Youth Orchestra 40th Anniversary Concert
Sat 28 Nov
The Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham NG1 5ND
TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE
Join us for Nottingham Youth Orchestras' 40th Anniversary Celebration Concert at the Royal Concert Hall on...
Sheer Terror / Sovereign / The Drowns / Blame @ The Old Bus Depot, Nottingham
Wed 4 Nov
The Old Bus Depot, 3 Fisher Gate, Lower Parliament Street, Nottingham NG1 1GD
Hook Gardening Club November 2026 Meeting
Wed 25 Nov
The Stables (function room to Heppys aka Sotheron Arms High Street Hook ) DN14 5PQ
Guest Horticultural speaker Paul Robinson aka The Laughing Gardener Talk Christmas& Winter Gardening Tips...
Music in the Round: Engegård Quartet
Fri 27 Nov
Emmanuel Methodist Church, Huddersfield Road, Barnsley S75 1DT
MOZART Divertimento in B flat K.137 (15’)
BEETHOVEN String Quartet No.10 in E flat Op.74 The Harp (30’)
BRAHMS String Quartet Op.51 No...
Christmas Rag Wreath Workshop
Sun 22 Nov
Ellen's Workshop at Manor Court Community Centre, West End Avenue, Barnsley S71 4RR
Learn to make a beautiful Christmas rag wreath from fabric scraps at this hands-on workshop. You'll create your own festive decoration to take...
Peak District Photography Workshop Padley Gorge - Autumn
Sun 1 Nov
Peak District, Upper Padley, Grindleford, , United Kingdom S32 2JA
Peak District Autumn Photography Workshops - Padley Gorge - a narrow, tree-lined gorge with a river which provides ample opportunity for autumn shots
Peak District Photography - Autumn Workshop - Padley Gorge
Sat 7 Nov
Peak District, Upper Padley, Grindleford, , United Kingdom S32 2JA
Peak District Autumn Photography Workshops - Padley Gorge - a narrow, tree-lined gorge with a river which provides ample opportunity for autumn shots
Join our choir in West Bridgford for a FREE taster session
Wed 4 Nov, Wed 18 Nov, Wed 25 Nov, Wed 13 Jan 27
St Luke's Church, West Bridgford, Leahurst Road, West Bridgford NG2 6GL
If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local West Bridgford Rock Choir...
An Evening with the Dalesmen Male Voice Choir
Today
Our Lady, St Thomas Church Hall, Graham Street, Ikeston DE7 5RF
An evening concert given by the Dalesmen Male Voice Choir.
Wonderfully Made in Yorkshire - craft fair
Today and Sun 1 Nov
Silkstone Parish Church, Church Street, Silkstone, Barnsley S75 4JH
Around 40 stalls selling wonderfully unique handmade gifts in this beautiful historic church building ...
Stand Up Comedy with Micky P Kerr
Sat 21 Nov
The Hunters Stadium, Beechnut Lane, Pontefract WF8 4FU
Comedy at the Club comes to The 1958 Bar, our clubhouse at The Hunters Stadium, with Britain's Got Talent finalist Micky P Kerr...
Beeston Wildlife Group Talk: Springwatch III with Jack Baddams
Mon 23 Nov
Trent Vale Infant School, Trent Road, Beeston Rylands, Nottingham NG9 1LP
Jack is back for a third instalment of his behind the scenes look at the BBC Springwatch series.
About the event:
Jack is back for a third...
St Peter's Eco Film Night
Today
St Peter's Church, Church Lane, Belper DE56 1RE
St Peter's Church Belper Eco Film Night. The film we are showing is an inspiring documentary about a British couple who tear down fences on...
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Tony Burgess headlines our November night at 28 Laughs Belper!
Sat 7 Nov
28 Market Pl, Belper DE56 1FZ
We're back at Number 28 in Belper on November 7th!
Our Headline Act is the fantastic TONY BURGESS
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Belper in Wartime
Sat 7 Nov
Belper Memorial Gardens Belper DE56 1PZ
107 Years After the Great War – Discover Belper’s Hidden History!
This year marks 107 years since the Armistice that ended large-scale fighting...
Along Green Lane and Back Again
Sun 8 Nov
Memorial Gardens entrance on King Street Belper DE56 1PZ
Step Into the Hidden History of Belper!
Take a short but unforgettable walk through one of Belper’s most intriguing old lanes and discover the...
Home Energy Improvements Event
Today
Moore Memorial Hall, Brentwood Road, Bamford, Hope Valley S33 0AG
Wondering how to make your home warmer, more comfortable and cheaper to run without causing problems to the building or compromising its historic...
Grantham Dramatic Society Presents Nell Gwynn
Wed 11 Nov, Sat 14 Nov
Grantham Guildhall NG31 6PZ
The Monarch, the Mistresses, the Mayhem!
Step back into the glittering, scandalous world of Restoration London as Grantham Dramatic Society...
Art Exhibition by Jason Gericke
Today
Attenborough Nature Reserve, Barton Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham NG9 6DY
Come along and see the stunning photography of Jason Gericke during October.
About the Event:
Attenborough Nature Centre will be exhibiting the...
Art Exhibition by Jake Sexton
Sun 1 Nov to Mon 30 Nov
Attenborough Nature Reserve, Barton Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham NG9 6DY
Come along and see the amazing art of Jake Sexton throughout November!
About the event:
Attenborough Nature Centre will be exhibiting the...
Wellbeing Walk (Attenborough)
Tue 3 Nov, Tue 10 Nov, and more dates until Tue 29 Dec
Attenborough Nature Reserve, Barton Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham NG9 6DY
About the event
Come and join us for our weekly strolls at Attenborough Nature Reserve. Take in the views, chat to someone new and enjoy the...
Attenborough Adventurers Stay and Play
Fri 6 Nov, Fri 13 Nov, and more dates until Fri 25 Dec
Attenborough Nature Reserve, Barton Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham NG9 6DY
Join us for a warm, welcoming and adventure-filled woodland stay and play session for under 5s at Attenborough Nature Reserve!...
Christmas Card Lino Print Workshop
Sat 21 Nov
Attenborough Nature Reserve, Barton Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham NG9 6DY
A fun and festive afternoon of printmaking at Attenborough Nature Reserve!
About the Event:
During this 3-hour workshop, you’ll learn the...
Willow Christmas Decoration Workshop
Sun 22 Nov
Attenborough Nature Reserve, Barton Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham NG9 6DY
A fun and festive willow Christmas decoration workshop at Attenborough Nature Reserve!
About the Event:
Discover the art of willow weaving and...
Nature Spotting: Winter Tree Identification
Wed 25 Nov
Attenborough Nature Reserve, Barton Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham NG9 6DY
Identifying trees and bushes in winter in the peaceful setting of Attenborough Nature Reserve.
About the event:
Nature Spotting events are a...
Terrarium Workshop at Attenborough Nature Reserve
Sat 28 Nov
Attenborough Nature Reserve, Barton Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham NG9 6DY
Create your own closed terrarium at Attenborough Nature Reserve in a relaxed and inspiring workshop, hosted by Sap Plants...
Beeston Wildlife Group Guided Walk
Sat 28 Nov
Attenborough Nature Reserve, Barton Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham NG9 6DY
Come along for a guided walk around Attenborough Nature Reserve with Beeston Wildlife Group.
Everyone is welcome to all of these guided walks!...
Ken Godfrey`s Central Jazz Band at Risley Park Jazz Club
Wed 11 Nov, Wed 25 Nov, Wed 9 Dec
The Risley Park Inn,
Derby Road, Risley.
(Near M1 jct 25) DE72 3SS
Lunchtime Jazz continues fortnightly at The Risley Park Jazz Club on Wednesdays
with Ken Godfrey`s Central Jazz Band...
FREE taster session with the Horncastle /Woodhall Spa Rock Choir
Tue 3 Nov, Tue 24 Nov
St Peter's Hall, Broadway, Woodhall Spa LN10 6ST
Do you want to find a local choir to join near you?
The Woodhall Spa Rock Choir is led by vocal coach Lulu Grainger...
The Brookside Jazz Band (every 2nd Wednesday of each Month)
Wed 11 Nov, Wed 9 Dec
The Vernon Arms, 21 Locko Rd, Spondon, Derby DE21 7AL
The Brookside Jazz Band play mostly traditional Jazz but with a variety of ballads, blues and other interesting tunes...
Hilarity Bites Comedy Club feat. Paul Tonkinson & Rob Rouse
Fri 27 Nov
The Cluntergate Centre, Cluntergate, Horbury, Wakefield WF4 5DA
Coming to Hilarity Bites at The Cluntergate Centre in Horbury on November 27th 2026:
Hilarity Bites Comedy Club feat...
The Patchworks Castleton
Today
Castleton, Arthur's Way, Hope Valley S33 8WS
Pumpkin Patch and Autumn Festival
DaNES Insect Show 2026
Sat 14 Nov
The University of Derby, The Atrium, Kedleston Road Site, Derby DE22 1GB
Come along for interactive displays, live exhibits, fascinating talks and more!
Hosted by the Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Entomological...
Head Over Heels
Wed 18 Nov to Sat 21 Nov
The Lion Theatre
Bull Ring
Horncastle LN9 5HT
Horncastle Theatre Company is proud to present Head Over Heels by Gail Young
Gail Young’s hilarious comedy-drama follows Jill and Andy as they...
The West End Jazz Band
Thu 26 Nov
The Horse and Groom, 48 Elm Street, Derby. DE1 3HN
The West End Jazz Band play traditional Dixieland Jazz every last Thursday evening of each month.
Christmas at the Musicals
Sat 21 Nov
Derby Cathedral DE1 3GP
Christmas at the Musicals at Derby Cathedral
No 1 selling classical soprano and star of The Voice UK, Nadia Eide is touring her brand new Christmas...
October Half Term
Today, Sun 1 Nov
Caphouse Colliery, New Road WF4 4RH
Get ready for a spooktacular October Half Term packed with storytelling, crafts, and curious adventures!...
Light Up Festival
Sat 21 Nov
National Coal Mining Museum for England, Caphouse Colliery, New Road, Wakefield WF4 4RH
Join us for performances, dazzling lights, impressive lanterns and a spectacular live projection and soundscape, created by artist Fabric Lenny and...
Sitwell Singers Concert - Rachmaninoff Vespers
Sat 7 Nov
St John the Evangelist Church, Mill Street, Derby DE1 3HZ
Join The Sitwell Singers in our first concert of our 60th anniversary year, with a one-hour performance, by candlelight, of Rachmaninoff's...
Chamber Music Concert - Theme: Oboe & Strings
Fri 6 Nov
Ashbourne Link Centre, Station Road, Ashbourne DE6 1AA
Join current & former members of The Hallé orchestra for this chamber music concert with oboe, violin, viola & cello...
Fleetwood Mack Experience
Sat 14 Nov
Ashbourne Link Centre, Station Road, Ashbourne DE6 1AA
The ultimate tribute to the legendary Fleetwood Mac!
From the heart of the Midlands, we bring you the hits of one of the greatest bands in rock...
Birstall Art Group Annual Exhibition
Today and Sun 1 Nov
Birstall Community Centre
Market Street,
Birstall WF17 9EN
We invite and welcome all art lovers to our Birstall Art Group annual art exhibition.
All art pieces on show have been created by our group...
Burton on Trent PS Meeting
Thu 5 Nov
Priory Centre, Church Road, Stretton, BoT DE13 0HE
Paul Hassell An Insight Into My Photography The talk takes us through Paul’s early days of joining a camera club, getting engaged with the content...
Burton on Trent PS Meeting
Thu 12 Nov
Priory Centre, Church Road, Stretton, BoT DE13 0HE
Justin Garner Macro Photography Justin says “This is an insight into my journey taking macro images. I cover the techniques I use to get high-quality...
Burton on Trent PS Annual Exhibition
Sat 14 Nov and Sun 15 Nov
Priory Centre, Church Road, Stretton, BoT DE13 0HE
Members Annual Exhibition, including the Open Competition and Presentations by the Mayor of East Borough Council
Burton on Trent PS Meeting
Thu 19 Nov
Priory Centre, Church Road, Stretton, BoT DE13 0HE
Jane & Adrian Lines Folie A Deux “A shared madness!” … a joint creative photography talk by Adrian and Jane Lines...
Burton on Trent PS Meeting
Thu 26 Nov
Priory Centre, Church Road, Stretton, BoT DE13 0HE
Open Night - TBA
Making a Living on the Lincolnshire Coast Throughout History
Tue 24 Nov
Theddlethorpe Village Hall, Silver Steeet, Theddlethorpe LN12 1PA
Historian Dr Caitlin Green on ways of Making a Living on the Lincolnshire Coast across the ages.
An expert talk about how people who lived on the...
Next Stop Comedy Presents - Stand Up Comedy Amongst The Vines
Fri 27 Nov
Sealwood Estate & Vineyard, Sealwood Lane, Linton DE12 6PA
Next Stop Comedy Presents – Stand Up Comedy
Sealwood Estate & Vineyard
Seal Wood Lane, Linton, Swadlincote, DE12 6PA
We are super excited to be...