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Art by Diversity Textile Artists and the Garden Walk Art Group more >
Lytham Heritage Centre, 2 Henry St, Lytham St Annes FY8 5LE
Today to Sun 17 Nov

Monday Evening Backgammon

Come along to our backgammon club where you'll receive a warm welcome. We're a fairly new club that meets at the Rose & Crown Hotel in..... more >
The Rose & Crown Hotel, 21 Castle St, Clitheroe BB7 2BT
Mon 11 Nov, Mon 18 Nov, and more dates until Mon 30 Dec

FREE taster session with the Altrincham/Sale Rock Choir

If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!... more >
Stretford Public Hall, Chester Road, Stretford, Manchester M32 0LG
Tue 12 Nov, Tue 26 Nov

FREE taster session with the Middleton Rock Choir

Are you looking to join a choir? The Middleton Rock Choir is led by local musician Xander-Jaymes Le Petit... more >
Edgar Wood Academy, Heywood Old Road, Middleton, Heywood OL10 2QN
Wed 13 Nov, Wed 4 Dec

The Overtones Good Times Christmas Tour

Having racked up multi-platinum record sales, released 6 studio albums and sold out 11 national tours, The Overtones are back with their incredible... more >
Blackpool Grand Theatre, Blackpool FY1 1HT
Wed 13 Nov

Join our choir in Ormskirk/Maghull for a FREE taster session

Are you looking to find a local choir to join? Your local Ormskirk choir is run by singer/pianist Luke Freeney... more >
Christ Church Aughton, Christ Church Ministry Centre, Long Lane, Ormskirk L39 5AS
Wed 13 Nov, Wed 20 Nov

Masterclass: Design Thinking and Creative Problem Solving in Business

Discover the magic of design thinking! In this dynamic session, we’ll ignite your problem-solving superpowers... more >
The Octagon Theatre, Bolton BL1 1UR
Wed 13 Nov

Dobbies' Grow How: Grow your own gifts

Dobbies’ Grow How: Grow your own gifts Dobbies will host a free festive-inspired Grow How workshop focused on gardening gift ideas, just in time for the festive season... more >
Blackpool Road Nr Preston, Lancs PR4 0XL
Wed 13 Nov

Preston Drama Club presents The Haunting by Hugh Janes/Charles Dickens

Preston Drama Club presents The Haunting by Hugh Janes/Charles Dickens The Haunting is a spine-chilling, traditional ghost story, with unexpected twists, turns, thrills and revelations... more >
Preston Playhouse, Market St West, Preston PR1 2HB
Wed 13 Nov to Sat 16 Nov

FREE taster session with the Longsight Rock Choir

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? The Manchester Rock Choir is led by choir leader David..... more >
422 Community Hub, Stockport Road, Manchester M12 4EX
Thu 14 Nov, Thu 21 Nov

Charity Lunch & Entertainment

Charity Lunch Thursday 14th November at Ferrari’s Country Hotel, Chipping Road, Thornley Preston PR3 2TB. Stalls from 11... more >
Ferrari’s Country Hotel, Chipping Road, Thornley, Preston PR3 2TB
Thu 14 Nov

The Three Towns in Concert

Taking you on a trip to Broadway and the West End, A variety of Songs from the Shows, Popular Songs and Classical Music in a relaxed cabaret... more >
St. Joseph’s Hall, Chapel Street, Leigh WN7 2PR
Fri 15 Nov and Sat 16 Nov

Trouble at' Mill In TheAfternoon

Lancashire's Favourite Duo - Trouble at' Mill will be performinf in the library more >
Leyland Library PR25 2AX
Fri 15 Nov

Christmas Tree Festival

Come along and see the Church filled with a stunning display of beautiful, sparkly trees from local groups, organisations, businesses and... more >
St James’ Church, Slater Lane, Leyland PR26 7SH
Sat 16 Nov and Sun 17 Nov

Ormskirk Music Society Autumn Concert

Choir and Orchestra concert featuring: Saint-Saëns: Piano Concerto No. 2 with soloist, Tom Kimmance Sullivan: Irish Symphony Nicolai: Merry Wives..... more >
Ormskirk School, Wigan Rd, Ormskirk L39 2AT
Sat 16 Nov

Arts, Crafts and Gifts Fair

The Pendle Hippodrome Theatre Arts, Crafts and Gifts Fair has been a fixture on the local events calendar for 35 years now and is one of the most... more >
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre New Market Street COLNE Lancashire BB8 9BJ
Sat 16 Nov to Sat 23 Nov

Light Classics with Blackburn Symphony Orchestra

Relax into the golden age of orchestral light music in informal cafe seating with your compere and musical director Richard... more >
Accrington Town Hall, Blackburn Road, Accrington. BB5 1LA
Sun 17 Nov

FREE taster session with the Bolton Rock Choir

Do you want to learn to sing near you? The Bolton Rock Choir is led by singer/pianist Xander-Jaymes Le Petit... more >
Ellesmere Road Recreation Club, Ellesmere Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester BL3 3JT
Thu 21 Nov, Thu 28 Nov

FREE taster session with the Wigan Rock Choir

If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Wigan?' then why not join your local Rock Choir... more >
Deanery High School, Deanery Church of England High, Frog Ln, Wigan WN1 1HQ
Thu 21 Nov

Yorkshire Dales Landscape Photography Workshop | 3 Days

Yorkshire Dales Photography Workshops - Limestone pavements, waterfalls, classic vistas-learn how to create & apply techniques at this iconic more >
Ingleton, , United Kingdom LA6 3ET
Fri 22 Nov to Sun 24 Nov

Christmas Art Fayre weekend

Original art gifts by a variety of artists. more >
Lytham Heritage Centre, 2 Henry St, Lytham St Annes FY8 5LE
Fri 22 Nov to Sun 24 Nov

Rossini petite messe solonelle

Lancaster and District choral society with harmonium and piano accompaniment and professional soloists... more >
Great Hall Lancaster University LA1 4YW
Sat 23 Nov

An Enchanted Christmas Concert

This magical event will combine the much loved opera favourites, with those special Christmas carols for all to enjoy... more >
Brindle St James Church, Water Street, Brindle Nr Chorley PR6 8NG
Sat 23 Nov

Christmas Fair

Come along to our Christmas Fair, browse around the stalls and listen to the festive music. Plenty of games and craft activities for the children and..... more >
Leyland St James Church, Slater Lane, Leyland, Lancs PR26 7SH
Sat 23 Nov

Clockmas Steampunk Weekend

Our Annual Clockmas Steampunk Weekend has arrived again ! Its 11-4pm both days and free entry Stalls with some fabulously unusual gifts,..... more >
Heskin Hall , Wood Lane, Heskin, Chorley PR7 5PA
Sat 23 Nov and Sun 24 Nov

Christmas Fair

Come along to our Christmas Fair in our newly refurbished, stunning church hall which is available to hire for private functions... more >
St James the Great Church Hall, Church Lane, Wrightington, Nr Wigan WN6 9SL
Sat 23 Nov

Tai Chi Fan for Beginners

Learn the tai chi fan to improve mobility, strength and flexibility, plus winter hand warming techniques... more >
Basically Dance & Fitness Former Parkside Methodist Church, Cog Lane, Burnley BB11 5AH
Sun 24 Nov

Scorton Christmas Food & Gift Fair

Scorton will be hosting a fabulous Festive Gift & Food Fair at the village hall. The event will feature 28 stalls selling a variety of foods and..... more >
Scorton Village Hall, Factory Brow, Scorton PR3 1AS
Sun 24 Nov

Wedding Fayre @ The Stables

Calling all brides and grooms-to-be! Are you ready for the wedding event of the season? Join us at Fairydust Events' wedding fayre at the..... more >
The Stables, Bolholt Hotel Complex, Walshaw Road, Bury BL8 1PU
Sun 24 Nov

Santa's Grotto at Dobbies

Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Dobbies Garden Centres is unveiling a magical line up of festive experiences for all the family to enjoy this Christmas, including the much-loved... more >
Blackpool Road Nr Preston, Lancs PR4 0XL
Thu 28 Nov to Tue 24 Dec

Cinderella pantomime

It’s panto time again as Mawdesley Amateur Dramatics Society presents their annual pantomime which this year is Cinderella... more >
Mawdesley Village Hall, Hurst Green, Mawdesley, Nr Ormskirk L40 2QT
Thu 28 Nov to Sat 30 Nov

Fair Oriana Under The Moon

Fair Oriana Under The Moon This special evening features incredible classical music group Fair Oriana, performing at Blackburn Cathedral under a Sculpture of the Moon... more >
Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close Blackburn BB1 5AA
Fri 29 Nov
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Breakfast with Santa

We are adding to our Christmas fun here at Heskin Hall this year. Santa could spare us some more time from his busy schedule so we thought lets make..... more >
Heskin Hall, Wood Lane, Heskin , Chorley PR7 5PA
Sat 30 Nov, Sat 21 Dec, Sun 22 Dec

Christmas Fair

Stalls to include arts and crafts, jams and chutneys, tombola, lucky dip, bottle raffle, face painting, music and a present wrapping service... more >
st marys church, White hart fold, burnley road, todmorden OL14 7BD
Sat 30 Nov

Enchanted Yule Market

Celebrate the magic of Yule at the Enchanted Yule Market! Discover 15 stalls featuring an array of witchy, magical, and mystical treasures perfect..... more >
Heskin Hall Chorley PR7 5PA
Sun 1 Dec

'A Grand Georgian Christmas' with Gabrieli Roar

Following their successful Praetorius tour in 2022, Gabrieli Roar presents 'A Grand Georgian Christmas... more >
Blackburn Cathedral, Cathedral Close, Blackburn BB1 5AA
Tue 3 Dec

Lytham Craft and gift fair

ndoor Craft and Gift Fairs 9 years running. Monthly 3 day events, over looking Lytham green. This is a smaller event and extremely popular... more >
Lytham Assembly Rooms FY8 5JY
Fri 6 Dec

Heskin Hall Christmas Markets

Our Annual Christmas Markets - with stalls selling unusual and artisan goods, entertainment , Cafe at The Manor & bar - Mulled Wine, Brockwurst &... more >
Heskin Hall, Wood Lane , Chorley PR7 5PA
Sat 7 Dec, Sun 8 Dec, Sat 14 Dec, Sun 15 Dec

Odyssey Pro Wrestling Presents Buried Treasure

Odyssey Pro Wrestling is family friendly entertainment that continues Morecambe's long-standing history of professional wrestling... more >
Alhambra Live, Marine Road, Morecambe LA4 4EU
Sat 7 Dec

Badapple Theatre Company present Polaris The Snow Bear

Polaris is a travelling bear and he is on the longest journey of his life, to find the great Mr. Hat-in-Burrow, a renowned human naturalist who -..... more >
Elswick Village Hall, Elswick, near Preston PR4 3UD
Sun 8 Dec

Santas Light Trail

Our Illuminated Light Trail is a magical, night-time Christmas light show that showcases structures, installations, and illuminations created... more >
Duxbury Park Golf Club Duxbury Hall Road. Chorley. PR7 4AT
Thu 12 Dec, Mon 23 Dec

The Snowman - Live!

Magical Concert Event: The Snowman on Screen with Live Brass Band! Experience the Magic of Christmas Like Never Before!... more >
Lostock Hall Academy, Todd Lane North, Lostock Hall, Preston PR5 5UR
Sat 14 Dec

Ormskirk Music Society Family Concert

Choir and orchestra concert. Programme to include: Ernest Tomlinson Gaelic Lullaby Mark Hayes Carols of Eastern Europe Delibes Suite from La..... more >
St John the Baptist Church, School Lane, Burscough L40 4AE
Sat 14 Dec

Blue Christmas

This service (the Blue Christmas name is taken from an Elvis Presley song) it provides an opportunity for the difficulties of life to be acknowledged... more >
st marys church, White hart fold, burnley road, todmorden OL14 7BD
Thu 19 Dec

Preston Drama Club presents 'Something to Hide' by Leslie Sands

Preston Drama Club presents ’Something to Hide’ by Leslie Sands An ingenious thriller, set in the country getaway home of successful novelist Howard Holt, who is visited each weekend by his wife and publisher... more >
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston PR1 2HB
Wed 15 Jan 25 to Sat 18 Jan 2025

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience @ Lancaster

Direct from London’s Theatreland via the legendary Sydney Opera House, Interactive Theatre International are proud to bring Faulty Towers The Dining... more >
The Borough, 3 Dalton Square, Lancaster LA1 1PP
Tue 21 Jan 25 to Thu 23 Jan 2025

FREE taster session with the Lytham St Annes Rock Choir

If you are wanting to find a local choir to join you'll find a happy place with us in the Rock Choir... more >
St Anne’s Parish Rooms, 2A Oxford Road, Lytham St Annes FY8 2EA
Tue 5 Nov

Wedding Fayre @ Stanley House Hotel and Spa, Mellor

Stanley House Hotel & Spa is a stunning, award-winning boutique country hotel set in 54 acres of Ribble Valley countryside in Mellor, Lancashire... more >
Stanley House Hotel & Spa, Further Lane, Mellor BB2 7NP
Sun 26 Jan 25

FREE taster session with the Saddleworth/Oldham Rock Choir

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? The Oldham Rock Choir is led by local vocal coach Xander-Jaymes..... more >
Saddleworth School, Huddersfield Road, Diggle, Oldham, Greater Manchester OL3 5NU
Tue 11 Feb 2025, Tue 25 Feb 2025, Tue 4 Mar 2025, Tue 11 Mar 2025, Tue 25 Mar 2025

The Invincibles - a drama by Amanda Whittington

The Invincibles - a drama by Amanda Whittington In 2023, injured Academy footballer Maya follows England’s progress through the Women’s World Cup. The roar of the Lionesses echoes a war cry from..... more >
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston PR1 2HB
Wed 12 Feb 25 to Sat 15 Feb 2025

Cilla & The Swinging 60's Show

Celebrating the Life and Music of the legendary Cilla Black, Cilla & The Swinging 60s is a highly entertaining show, which also includes a handpicked... more >
Walmsley Parish Hall Theatre, Bolton BL7 9SA
Sat 22 Feb 25

Counterfeit Sixties Show

Re-live the sounds of the swinging sixties, as Britain's No. 1 tribute show brings alive the magic of the sixties, with their tribute to over..... more >
The Platform, Old Station Buildings, Marine Road West, Morecambe LA4 4DB
Fri 14 Mar 25

Lighthouse Spring Wellbeing Retreat

As we transition towards the ultimate Yang of Summer Solstice, we look forward to longer days and increased sunlight... more >
Whitehough Outdoor Centre, Barley New Road, Barley BB12 9LF
Sun 30 Mar 25

Billy Billingham 'Always A Little Further'

SAS: Who Dares Wins star Billy Billingham MBE QCB is bringing his tour, ‘Always A Little Further’. to Lancaster's Grand Theatre 7th April 2025... more >
Grand St Leonard’s Gate, Lancaster LA1 1NL
Mon 7 Apr 25

80's vs 90's Disco - Manchester

80's vs 90's Disco Night – Patricroft Con Club, Eccles Get ready to relive the ultimate battle of the decades with our 80's vs... more >
Patricroft Con Club 1 Edison Road, Eccles M30 7AW
Sat 26 Apr 25

Walk Right Back

After phenomenal sell out tours, Walk Right Back is... BACK! From the Producers of That'll Be The Day, the show tells the story of the most..... more >
Albert Halls, Bolton BL1 1RU
Fri 2 May 25

Walk Right Back

After phenomenal sell out tours, Walk Right Back is... BACK! From the Producers of That'll Be The Day, the show tells the story of the most..... more >
The Atkinson, Southport PR8 1DB
Thu 15 May 25

Walk Right Back

After phenomenal sell out tours, Walk Right Back is... BACK! From the Producers of That'll Be The Day, the show tells the story of the most..... more >
Grand Theatre, Blackpool FY1 1HT
Sun 1 Jun 25

Chorley Chocolate Festival

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of chocolate at Chorley Chocolate Festival. Join us at the picturesque Duxbury Park Golf Club, where..... more >
Duxbury Park Golf Club, Duxbury Hall Road. Chorley. PR7 4AT
Sat 28 Jun 25 and Sun 29 Jun 2025
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Things to do around Lancashire

Lancashire, a county in northwest England, offers a delightful mix of historical, cultural, and outdoor activities for a memorable day out. Whether you're interested in exploring ancient battlefields, stately homes, or enjoying scenic landscapes, there's something to suit every taste. Let's dive into some of the best things to do in Lancashire:

1. Cycling in Lancashire:
- Lancashire's amazing attractions and stunning landscapes are just asking to be explored by bike. There are miles of roads with very little or no traffic – perfect for cycling. You can join a cycling tour company for the guided route that is marked by the National Cycling Network, rent out a bicycle to select your own route, or just take your own. Cycling events are organized at Colne Grand Prix and Chorley Grand Prix, which make for a great day out in Lancashire for cycling enthusiasts.

2. Get Lost in the Forest of Bowland:
- The Forest of Bowland is the epitome of natural beauty. It’s one of the unique and most iconic things to do in the Lancashire countryside. The green woods, moorland, villages, and farms make the entire place a wonder to explore – and one of the greenest options for days out in Lancashire. You can skip the crowds and noise of the towns and cities to enjoy a relaxing, pleasant break in this picturesque area. Expect to see many rare birds and animal species here – don't forget your camera!.

3. See Historical Sites in Chorley:
- Chorley was one of the most famous cotton towns of Lancashire, with crowds of chimneys as part of its skyline. During the industrial revolution, this town faced rapid growth and became a popular market. The market still happens on Tuesdays, and you can buy delicious home-baked items from stalls. Don’t miss Astley Hall, which dates back to the 17th century. You can sit in its beautiful walled garden to catch some fresh air – it’s one of the most peaceful Lancashire days out on the list. Rivington Pike is another important attraction in Chorley; the sandstone peak is 363 meters high. Climb to the top and enjoy a fascinating view of the Moorland and Rivington Reservoir.

4. Relax in Lune Valley:
- The Lune Valley begins just a few minutes’ drive from Lancaster and borders the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the Yorkshire Dales. Artists and writers love it here, and it features in the works of Wordsworth and Turner. Walk, cycle, or simply admire the Lune Valley on your day out in Lancashire – it’s one of the county’s top attractions.

5. Visit Lancaster:
- Explore the historic city of Lancaster. Visit Lancaster Castle, a medieval fortress with stunning views of the River Lune. Wander through the cobbled streets, visit local shops, and enjoy a meal at one of the city's restaurants. Don't miss the Lancaster Maritime Museum and the Ashton Memorial in Williamson Park.

6. Blackpool Pleasure Beach:
- For family fun, head to Blackpool Pleasure Beach, an amusement park with thrilling rides and Nickelodeon-themed attractions. Enjoy roller coasters, shows, and a lively atmosphere by the sea. Blackpool also offers its famous illuminations and a vibrant promenade.

7. Enjoy Lancashire Beaches:
- Lancashire boasts beautiful beaches. Visit Lytham St Annes for sandy shores, beach huts, and a charming promenade. Relax, take a dip, and soak up the coastal atmosphere. Other beach options include Morecambe Bay and Fleetwood.

Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Whether you're interested in history, nature, or family-friendly activities, Lancashire promises an enriching and diverse day out!