What's On Lancashire

Lucy Dacus + Special Guests. Artists performing: Lucy Dacus.: Tickets avaiable.

Salad Plus Carefree SUD (CUD) + The Train Set. Artists performing: Salad, CAREFREE SUD (CUD), THE TRAIN SET.: Tickets avaiable.

Whalley & District Lions hold a Coffee Morning every third Saturday at Whalley Methodist Church Next coffee morning is Saturday 21st April 10am-12 noon Everyone welcome, come and have a free coffee, tea and cake, while you meet other residents and members of the Lions Club.

Dinosaur World Live – A brand new dino-mite adventure! Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World in this interactive new show for all the family.

Special ’small batch’ craft Gin Tasting. This will be a highly enjoyable evening tasting some high-quality craft Gins this from a range of producers worldwide so for those who enjoyed our previous tasting there will be new gins to try with the focus on the wide variety of botanicals that give gin a...

Take the plunge for St Catherine’s by signing up to our exhilarating skydive! Experience the thrill of an 11,000 foot freefall through the air and use the incredible stunt to raise vital funds to support our work.

Noel Gallagher is the writer and powerhouse behind Oasis and the global hits that defined UK music from the mid 90’s onwards. Since the band split he has continued to pen anthemic records and retained the stratospheric respect across the music industry as an incredible solo artist and an icon of a generation.

Ultra ’90s perform the best classic chart, dance and club anthems from the 1990s. Their set list includes favourites such as Dreamer, Set you free, Rhythm is a dancer & Show me love. The evening also includes: 4 course meal, live entertainment & disco with DJ.

Carousel Kings, Home Wrecked - Manchester. Artists performing: Carousel Kings, Home Wrecked.: Tickets avaiable.

The Hyena Kill. Artists performing: The Hyena Kill.: Tickets avaiable.

Award-winning dance company and Sadler’s Wells partner prepares for national tour Multi-award-winning dance theatre company balletLORENT is preparing for its 2018 national tour presenting an original adaptation of the classic fairytale Rumpelstiltskin.

Discover artworks from many local artists. Booking Not Needed.

Written by: William Shakespeare Directed by: Caroline McCann Shakespeare has an enduring popularity and this in one of his best comedies, combining as it does mistaken identities, love, hilarity and themes of honour, shame and court politics.

SELL your quality second hand baby, children’s and maternity clothes, preloved baby equipment or used pram at our nearly new baby and children’s market and keep 100% of the proceeds. Don’t know where to start sorting out your baby items sign up for our free tips www.mum2mummarket.co.uk/get-free-tips.

Textile artist Ruth Singer explores personal and universal stories of love and loss, grief and celebration - using stitch as an act of remembrance. New work in the exhibition is inspired by items in the collection and the stories behind these items.

THE TIDE OF CHANGE IS COMING. MADAM RANYEVSKAYA’S WORLD OF PRIVILEGE AND PLEASURE IS BEGINNING TO SHOW CRACKS, BUT SHE AND HER FAMILY LIVE ON IN DENIAL. Lopakhin, wants to rescue Ranyevskaya.

Ludus Dance and the Dukes present dance theatre from across the North West. Over two nights, this exciting new event Bigs Up the fresh, diverse and exciting range of high quality dance theatre talent that we’ve got on our very own doorstep.

Adapted from the short stories of Bill Naughton by former Octagon Artistic Director Lawrence Till, The Big Corner follows Bill and alf, two young Bolton lads hungry for adventure, who discover the mystery and delisghts of girls as they grow up together.

Creative Club workshops take place during school holidays and support young artists aged 7-3 to develop their creative skills in a range of media. Come along and join the club! Visit www.theturnpike.org.uk/workshops?

Michael Chapman. Artists performing: Michael Chapman.: Tickets avaiable.

Courtney Marie Andrews + TWAIN. Artists performing: Courtney Marie Andrews .: Tickets avaiable.

Faith Evans - The King and I’ Album tour Plus special guests. Artists performing: Faith Evans.: Tickets avaiable.

Buy or sell your children’s unwanted toys, clothes, prams, books and much more with the award-winning Mum2mum Market.

After their hugely successful Pantomime, Dick Whittington, at The Lowther, Keith & Ben return with their very own show, The Feelgood Factor! They promise an evening of madcap humour, great music and a selection of stories about many of the stars they have worked with over the years.

A wide selection of quality stalls including Jewellery, Silver, Gold, Ceramics, Lace, Treen, Medals, Postcards and coins.

This is John’s second visit to St Laurence Church, and this time he is accompanied by his wife Cobie Smit. Both are excellent classical guitarists, and have performed worldwide. The programme will include music from England, Ireland, Spain, Latin America and Austria

With huge indoor and outdoor capacity, we have a mix of regular traders and car booters taking up our 300+ spaces and selling something for everyone including Antiques, Collectables, Second hand and general goods. Price for selling is just £15 for a car, Inside or Out. Unloading and set up is from 7am.

With George Egg Pete Phillipson Ben van der Velde Hayley Ellis

Heather Small - The Voice Of M People + Sam Lavery. Artists performing: Heather Small.: Tickets avaiable.

Mallory Knox + Judas. Artists performing: Mallory Knox.: Tickets avaiable.

The Low Anthem + Haley Heynderickx. Artists performing: The Low Anthem.: Tickets avaiable.

We are now in our 8th year of fundraising for local and national good causes. Our monthly concerts are usually held on the 4th Monday of the month.

Of Mice & Men + Wage War + Sylar. Artists performing: Of Mice & Men.: Tickets avaiable.

The Dead South. Artists performing: The Dead South.: Tickets avaiable.

The Dead South. Artists performing: The Dead South.: Tickets avaiable.

THINK TUESDAY. THINK FREE SALSA PARTY. =========?=========== N-E-W I-N P-R-E-S-T-O-N! ***TWELVE TELLERS*** What a better way to spend your Tuesdays in Preston! Brought to you by Floridita Dance. We cordially inviting you to dance the night away at this FREE SALSA PARTY NIGHT.

Mastersystem. Artists performing: mastersystem.: Tickets avaiable.

Award winning Oswaldtwistle Players present a stage play based on the brilliantly witty and funny series written by Richard Curtis and Ben Elton. Set during the era of the British Regency, Edmund Blackadder is butler to ‘thicky’ Prince George.

Galleries, Bleach - Manchester: Tickets avaiable.

Converge / Crowbar Thou and Grave Pleasures. Artists performing: Converge, Crowbar.: Tickets avaiable.

Maddy Storm plus Johnny Black & Saintts. Artists performing: Maddy Storm.: Tickets avaiable.

Theory Plus Special Guests. Artists performing: Theory.: Tickets avaiable.

Catch Fire, Coast To Coast - Manchester: Tickets avaiable.

The Rat Pack is back and this time, they are bringing Ella Fitzgerald! The Rat Pack Live from Las Vegas sends you back in time to the glamorous, golden era of 1950s Las Vegas, when Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Junior and Dean Martin joined forces and become the hottest ticket in town at the famous Sands...

Put your general knowledge to the test at our annual charity quiz night, and see if you and your team can be crowned the winners at this fun night out raising funds for St Catherine’s!

Beth Hart plus Kris Barras Band. Artists performing: Beth Hart.: Tickets avaiable.

Bring 7 Buy; tea & Biscuits; stalls, raffle; organised by our Guild members. All Welcome; Fundraiser for church funds.

Stalls within the shopping precinct.

Ultimate Painting. Artists performing: Ultimate Painting .: Tickets avaiable.

Ciaran Lavery. Artists performing: Ciaran Lavery.: Tickets avaiable.

Bleed From Within Plus Dyscarnate. Artists performing: Bleed From Within.: Tickets avaiable.

Natalie Prass. Artists performing: Natalie Prass.: Tickets avaiable.

Brix and the Extricated. Artists performing: Brix and The Extricated.: Tickets avaiable.

A semi-staged performance of Pirates of Penzance by the Rosemere AOS. The principals will be in costume with the chorus on the stage. Promises to be a great evening as Rosemere consistently get good reviews for their productions. For more information please go to www.thebarlow.co.uk/whats-on.

Fakear. Artists performing: Fakear.: Tickets avaiable.

Mexrrissey: Tickets avaiable.

Honeyfeet. Artists performing: Honeyfeet.: Tickets avaiable.

Located on the Fylde coast overlooking the Ribble Estuary, Lytham is a seaside resort with a long history.Maypole dancing, steam engines and vintage vehicle displays. Food, produce & craft stalls providing the best of Lancashire. Celebrate the best of British. There is something for everyone to enjoy

Back again at this very popular and busy event.

Following his brilliant Big Imaginations Festival Jazz Club Arun is back this April with two performances and a workshop introducing children aged 2 – 5 and 5+ to theworld of jazz.

The team from ComedySportz have a brand new show for even younger audiences with plenty of BIG laughs for little kids. With fully improvised songs, stories and sketches this show has plenty of interactivity to get kids joining in. Kids suggestions inspire silly games and adventures with players from ComedySportz.

ComedySportz is the fast-paced family friendly competitive comedy show where you decide the winners! Two teams compete for your laughs with fully improvised gags, games, sketches and songs. There’s a referee on hand to keep it clean, keep it fair and field your suggestions.

Enjoy one of the most famous ballets of all time together, in this beautifully adapted new version for children aged three upwards. The evil magician Rothbart has turned the beautiful princess Odette into a swan; only at night can she return to human form.

Nine Below Zero. Artists performing: Nine Below Zero.: Tickets avaiable.

An exciting and accessible dance workshop specially designed for children ages 2-5 with and without disabilities and their parents/carers. Delivered by experienced dance artist Helen Gould (LPM Dance Theatre) the session will involve a fun introduction to dance through music and creative play.

With Andy Robinson Alfie Moore n/a Rob Riley

Merry Hell are back at The Old Courts and have a brand new album to launch to you faithful followers and new recruits alike. The Folk-Rockers are the pride of Wigan and fly the flag for outstanding, relatable folk music.

SCREAM INTO SPRING, AS SCARE KINGDOM SCREAM PARK CELEBRATES ‘HALFWAY TO HALLOWEEN’ Scare Kingdom Scream Park brings FEAR ALL YEAR with the return of ‘Walpurgis Night’ on Saturday 28th April 2018, marking exactly ‘halfway to Halloween’.

Take a nostalgic trip back and dance the night away to sounds from the 80’s, 90’s & 00’s with our resident DJ.

The Merry Hell album launch weekender concludes in The Old Courts Theatre with a seated acoustic gig to celebrate the launch of "Anthems To The Wind" Doors will open at 6pm to allow seating and relaxed refreshments. The band will be on stage at 7.30pm and the event will finish at 9.

Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of ELO’s iconic album ‘OUT OF THE BLUE’. ELO AGAIN really do give you a dramatic taste of what the classic ELO were like in the heyday. The whole experience is a professional re-enactment of an ELO concert with a great sound reproduction light show and visual effects.

An opportunity to explore inside this historic landmark, which is both a memorial to a local author , Allen Clarke, and a tribute to the milling heritage of the Fylde coast area, sometime referred to as "Windmill Land".

Farmer’s Market & Craft Fayre at Wigan & Leigh Hospice, Hindley, Wigan. WN2 3HZ Sunday 29th April 2018, From 9am - until 3pm. There will be over 40 stalls selling a selection of food, drink and crafts.

With Paul Pirie James Cook Paul Savage Martin Mor

With Ivan Brackenbury Ian D Montfort The Family Tom Binns

Table Top Sale @ Whalley Village Hall, Whalley, BB7 9TD, Lancashire Sunday 29th April - 9am till 2pm - FREE ENTRY!!! Everyone welcome, you may pick up a bargain or two - Admission is FREE! Last Sunday of each month Why not earn yourself some money by having a clear out of your unwanted items.

SLUG + The Cornshed Sisters. Artists performing: SLUG.: Tickets avaiable.

If you love the music of Stevie Wonder, then you’ll love this smash hit show Signed Sealed Delivered. Featuring Lejaune Andre, the star of The Magic of Motown.

Art Exhibition: art by The Blackpool Art Society.

A small wild life friendly garden brimming with colour making the most of its potential. Large collection of alpines and succulents and used in interesting and creative ways. Extensive and inspirational use of recycled materials giving them a new lease of life.

The Liminanas. Artists performing: The Liminanas.: Tickets avaiable.

Speed Dating in Liverpool How speed dating in Liverpool works By simply arriving at venue for the Speed Dating in Liverpool event, you will be greeted by our friendly professional hosts. They will settle you in by briefly explaining the format of the evening and confirm how many people you will be dating.

Russell Brand. Artists performing: Russell Brand.: Tickets avaiable.

Ginger Snaps Support SCUTTLERS + LYERR. Artists performing: Ginger Snaps.: Tickets avaiable.

Leisuretec UK presents An Evening with Jake Quickenden on Wednesday 2nd May 2018 in Rigalettos at the DW Stadium in Wigan. Enjoy live music from reality TV star Jake Quickenden and then here about his experiences on the X Factor, I’m a Celebrity...

Islands in the Stream – Celebrating the Queen & King of country, Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers… Leave your 9 to 5 worries at the door and get ready for a night in the company of Country Music Royalty!

King Khan and the Shrines Plus Saba Lou. Artists performing: King Khan and the Shrines.: Tickets avaiable.

Metz + Special Guests. Artists performing: Metz.: Tickets avaiable.

Steven Adams & The French Drops. Artists performing: Steven Adams & The French Drops.: Tickets avaiable.

Bowie Experience is a breathtaking concert celebrating the music of the world’s greatest pop icon, David Bowie. A must see for all Bowie fans, the latest production promises an unforgettable journey of sound and vision, featuring all the hits from A to Ziggy.

Formed in October 2016, Chameleon is an award-winning group of musicians who met at the RNCM in Manchester. United by their ability to double/triple, they formed a group where each member performs on multiple instruments, often within the same piece.

Much Ado About Nothing

WHAT IF RASHDASH WERE THE THREE SISTERS? A brand-new perspective on Anton Chekhov’s classic THREE SISTERS from performers, musicians, theatre makers and Royal Exchange Associate Artists RashDash. As they reimagine this classic they ask - what if RashDash were the three sisters, Olga, Masha and Irena?

Georgian Manor House (not open) set in 4 acre garden with Bluebell woodland walk, Bog Garden and Sculpture Trail. Japanese Water Garden and Dry Garden, and Gallery Courtyard.

Sam Brookes Support CRISTOF VAN DER VEN. Artists performing: Sam Brookes.: Tickets avaiable.

Open Mike/Jam Night @ The Dog Inn, Whalley, Lancashire, BB7 9SP - first Thursday of every month - 9pm till 11.30pm. Next Open Mike Night is Thursday 3rd May from 9pm Everyone is welcome to come down and do something or just come along and listen. It’s free and register on the night.

Hockey Dad Plus Special Guests. Artists performing: Hockey Dad .: Tickets avaiable.

J.D Wilkes with the Legendary Shack Shakers. Artists performing: J.D Wilkes.: Tickets avaiable.

Daley Plus Etta Bond. Artists performing: Daley.: Tickets avaiable.

Eva Plays Dead, All Ears Avow - Manchester: Tickets avaiable.

The Happy Soul Plus Michael Seal & The Be Positives. Artists performing: The Happy Soul.: Tickets avaiable.

The Dixie Beats bring the best of trad jazz to the opening concert of this year’s festival in what promises to be a foot-tapping, fun afternoon! All are welcome to attend this free event which is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Horwich and held in association with the Seniors’ Lunch Club.

Come and escape in the beautiful Retreat House and conference centre based in the grounds of the 1330 Abbey grounds, where you can take a guided tour. Lots of lovely nourishing yoga for you to enjoy at a slow and steady pace, taking time to relax and rebalance.

The HMF House Band in Concert Helen Walker: Keyboards, Vocals Dave Peters: Guitar, Mandolin, Ukulele, Harmonica,Vocals Dan Borszcz: Bass Mike Walker: Drums Expect an eclectic programme (Pop, Alternative, Folk, Rockabilly) of original material by The Nearlys and Dave Peters alongside reimagined cover versions

Novelists, Landmvrks - Manchester.: Tickets avaiable.

With Troy Hawke Christian Reilly Rob Thomas Paul Pirie

With Mark Nelson Gareth Richards Sarah Keyworth Justin Moorhouse

Brainstorm. Artists performing: Brainstorm.: Tickets avaiable.

Wye Oak. Artists performing: Wye Oak.: Tickets avaiable.

Vundabar. Artists performing: Vundabar.: Tickets avaiable.

Proudly from Teesside Emma Wilson is a dynamic, powerful & soulful Blues singer who gives it everything at every gig, leaving audiences completely wowed! Her powerful and expressive voice together with a solid band behind her mean that her shows are hugely popular wherever she performs...

Chorley Little Theatre plays host to Manford’s Comedy Club. This live comedy show features four brilliant comedians from around the UK, personally selected by Jason Manford.

Give children a first taste of the magical world of ballet with My First ballet: Swan Lake. Enjoy one of the most famous ballets of all time together, in this beautifully adapted new version for children aged three upwards.

There are craft stalls and pictures in the main school hall & working crafts in the school resources area, some of which will be hands on. Outside we have a daily plant sale. Lancs Family History Society are in attendance in school. There Is a walking treasure hunt each day round the village.

An evening of eclectic, contemporary folk as Charlie Dore, one of the UK’s most respected songwriters teams up with multi-instrumentalist Julian Littman of Steeleye Span.

We Came As Romans + Alazka Plus Polaris + The Plot In You. Artists performing: We Came As Romans, Alazka.: Tickets avaiable.

With Gavin Webster Mark Nelson Lee Kyle Justin Moorhouse

Rhythm of the 90s Support confirmed: DJ BEX: Tickets avaiable.

In Concert: Casper Mason (Singer Songwriter) Sam Bate (Vocalist / Musical Theatre) Tonge with the Haulgh Community Choir

The Membranes and the BIMM Choir With special guests The Lovely Eggs, The Cravats & Sink Ya Teeth + Evil Blizzard + One Sided Horse + Liines. Artists performing: The Membranes, The Lovely Eggs , BIMM.: Tickets avaiable.

Hassan Erraji and Oriental Craze play a diverse repertoire of jazzy, uplifting roots and contemporary dance and easy-listening music of Morocco, the Middle East and beyond. Hassan Erraji is a Moroccan Master Musician.

Established in 1912 by George Hughes and re-formed in 2016 the Horwich RMI Brass Band are re-building a famous name in brass music; come and hear this highly talented band of musicians in concert. Musical Director: Matt Ryan.

Didsbury is an attractive South Manchester suburb which retains its village atmosphere. There are interesting shops, cafes and restaurants, well worth a visit in themselves! This year we have 7 gardens, including a new and very stylish low-maintenance contemporary garden.

Scott Matthews Support Ady Johnson. Artists performing: Scott Matthews.: Tickets avaiable.

With Brendon Burns Mark Nelson Kevin Caswell-Jones Hayley Ellis

With John Lynn Matt Green Liam Pickford Alex Boardman

Christy Moore no support. Artists performing: Christy Moore.: Tickets avaiable.

Tom Clarke (The Enemy Acoustic) Plus Guests. Artists performing: Tom Clarke.: Tickets avaiable.

Join us this bank holiday for a day of shopping, music and dancing! Put your best foot forward at our Afternoon Swing Dance on Monday 7th May, 12pm - 4pm. Go back in time with the amazing A-Train Swing and enjoy music from the 1920’s, 30’s and 40’s – make sure you have your dancing shoes on!

Six Fun Classes Prettiest Bitch, Handsome Dog, Puppy under 1 Year, Veteran over 7 Years, Childs Best Friend and Best Trick.

3 acres, incl old walled orchard garden, cottage-style herbaceous borders, with perfumed rambling roses and clematis thru fruit the trees. Arch leads to formal lawn, surrounded by natural woodland, shrub borders and specimen trees with contrasting foliage. Woodland walks and dell.

Meet the Housekeeper in our Victorian Kitchen. Use the spiral staircase and discover how the servants lived and worked in the Hall. Booking Not Needed.

Bring your pooches, big or small, for the best fun dog show in Lancashire. From fancy dress, to dog most like owner, pet stalls, and fresh home cooked food, make no bones about it, it will be a fantastic day! 10am-4pm

A Children’s Touring Partnership and Royal & Derngate, Northampton co-production of The Jungle Book. by Jessica Swale, based on the stories by Rudyard Kipling, directed by Max Webster.

Gang of Youths plus King Nun. Artists performing: Gang of Youths, King Nun.: Tickets avaiable.

Ian McGuinness of East Lancashire Concert Band, The Accrington Pals Band in 1914, will give an illustrated talk with vintage musical instruments, a wind-up gramophone, and pre-WW1 records. He will reveal how "Banging the Drum" opened may unexpected doors and revealed interesting glimpses of local Lancashire history.

Classical music for violin and piano by Mozart, Fauré, and Saint-Saëns, as well as Igor Frolov’s Concert Fantasy on Gershwin’s Porgy & Bess. This concert is promoted by Harris Music, Preston

After the huge success of ‘Dance is Life’ in 2017, Giovanni is once again set to get your hearts beating a little faster, showcasing a story of love and passion, with even more heat, even more energy, and even more drama than ever before!

SHOUT IT FROM THE TURRETS! LET TRUMPETS BLARE THROUGHOUT THE LAND! Monty Python’s SPAMALOT, a musical lovingly ripped-off from the internationally famous comedy team’s most popular motion picture.

Otzeki Plus Ben Hayes. Artists performing: Otzeki.: Tickets avaiable.

Join us for the launch concert of RVIPW 2018. It will be a magical evening of Polonaises, Waltzes, Gavottes, Mazurkas and Polkas from Artistic Director, Martin Roscoe. We begin with the first “concert” waltz ever written which Weber wrote for his new wife, Caroline.

The Teskey Brothers + Special Guests: Tickets avaiable.

Wreckless Eric + Vinny Peculiar. Artists performing: Wreckless Eric.: Tickets avaiable.

Simone Felice. Artists performing: Simone Felice.: Tickets avaiable.

on thursday may 10th be held at Springhead Congregational Church on Radcliffe street. It will be from 10 till 8pm.We sell furniture, books, clothes, bric a brac, bedding, toys. we have a cafe selling inexpensive homemade food. On Friday the 11th we will be having a Jumble Sale at 7pm at the same address.

Low Cut Connie plus Wax Fang. Artists performing: Low Cut Connie.: Tickets avaiable.

Jungle Plus Special Guest. Artists performing: Jungle.: Tickets avaiable.

THE AC/DC EXPERIENCE – arguably Britain’s best AC/DC tribute band – are heading out on an eagerly-awaited nationwide tour.

Well known Garden Centre on the main road, busy event.

3TEETH Plus Creepiing. Artists performing: 3TEETH.: Tickets avaiable.

ROBYN HITCHCOCK & HIS L.A. SQUIRES. Artists performing: Robyn Hitchcock.: Tickets avaiable.

Nap Eyes + SPECIAL GUESTS. Artists performing: Nap Eyes.: Tickets avaiable.

Little Fix are OFFICIALLY the UK’s number 1 Little Mix tribute band after winning the 2017 National Tribute Music Award. As seen on BBC’s Even Better! Enjoy amazing chart hits such as Wings, DNA, ChangeYour Life, Move, How You Doin and Black Magic.

The UK’s number 1 Little Mix tribute band are coming to Park Hall for a fantastic family show. Winners of the 2017 National Tribute Music Award and as seen on BBC’s Better Even Better!, Little Fix will perform amazing chart hits bringing you the full concert experience!

Spring fair

Poppy Ackroyd. Artists performing: Poppy Ackroyd.: Tickets avaiable.

Bolton Symphony Orchestra joins forces with Blackburn Music Society & Bolton Catholic Music & Choral Society to present an evening of English Classics with bass Louis Hurst & conductor Tom Newall. The programme includes Elgar’s Pomp & Circumstance No.

Climate change is massive. Bees aren’t. Our fuzzy little friends need our help and so we’re launching a political party disguised as a party party disguised as a show. Multi award-winning theatre company, ThisEgg, invites you to save the world – one bee at a time.

The Annual Rainbow House Ramble will take place on Saturday 12th May 2018. Starting at 10am from Bishop Rawstorne High School in Croston, participants can choose a 5 or 11 mile route taking them through Croston, Mawdesley and Eccleston in the beautiful Lancashire countryside and returning to Bishop Rawstorne...

A HARGREAVES AND BALL TRUST FAMILY CONCERT Strange creatures, colourful characters and mysterious happenings…a magical musical tale to set your imagination on fire! We think children aged 7 and over will enjoy this concert the most.

Antiques & Collectors Fair, 65 tables. Buy, sell, exchange or just browse. Promenade location. Disabled access. Excellent café. Jade Fairs established 1978

The Ultimate 50`s & 60`s Experience - featuring CJ Stewart Featuring The Hits Of Elvis Presley Bill Haley Jerry Lee Lewis Cliff Richard Buddy Holly

Rainbow House charity 10th annual sponsored Rainbow Ramble event. Starts and finishes from Bishop Rawstorne High School, Croston. Choose to run or walk our 5 or 11 mile routes. All 3 courses are fully accessible for wheelchairs and prams so bring the whole family along.

Traditional Country Fair in the village of Hilldale. Crowning & Parade of the Hilldale Rose Queen at 1.15pm; Marching band; Cream Teas; BBQ; Dog Show 1.00pm; Bouncy castle; Morris Dancers; Ice Cream; Aquablast; Donkeys; stalls & games; great Raffle.

Join us to make a giant artwork. Part of the Painting Padiham. Booking Not Needed.

With Michael Legge Steve Bugeja Liam Withnail Rob Riley

Pete Astor. Artists performing: Pete Astor.: Tickets avaiable.

Barrence Whitfield & The Savages. Artists performing: Barrence Whitfield & The Savages.: Tickets avaiable.

Pete Astor. Artists performing: Pete Astor.: Tickets avaiable.

Foreigner Plus special guests. Artists performing: Foreigner.: Tickets avaiable.

Brothers Osborne Plus Special Guests. Artists performing: Brothers Osborne.: Tickets avaiable.

Remembering Fred Plus Special Guest. Artists performing: Remembering Fred .: Tickets avaiable.

The Ninth Wave plus Lucia. Artists performing: The Ninth Wave.: Tickets avaiable.

The fairs have a wide selection of stalls selling handmade cushions, cakes, chocolate, crafts, paper craft, jewellery, knitted items, pens, wood craft, button craft, jams, cards and much more. All items sold are made by the stall holder meaning that this is a true handmade fair with lots of talented people.

With Erich McElroy Steve Day Jamie MacDonald Danny Deegan

’Time to Sing’ a concert and singalong to accordion accompaniment. Mass accordion orchestra plus solo/duet performances from - Karen Tweed (Orkney), Karen St)reet (Wells), Pearl Fawcett-Ariano (Barnsley), Helen Rich (Stockport), Julie Best (Cumbria), Barry Graham (Wrexham), Mike Richards and Paul Hobbs...

Carmody. Artists performing: Carmody.: Tickets avaiable.

Rarely can so many superlatives be used to describe a band. The Old Courts are delighted to welcome true folk royalty.Fairport Convention has been making great music for over fifty years.

Rose Dive / Luna Bay Plus Special Guests. Artists performing: Rose Dive, Luna Bay.: Tickets avaiable.

Durand Jones & The Indications Plus Special Guest. Artists performing: Durand Jones & The Indications.: Tickets avaiable.

ARTIFICIAL PLEASURE. Artists performing: ARTIFICIAL PLEASURE.: Tickets avaiable.

Ari Roar Plus Wyoming. Artists performing: Ari Roar.: Tickets avaiable.

Chad Valley. Artists performing: Chad Valley.: Tickets avaiable.

Chali 2na & Krafty Kuts + support. Artists performing: Chali 2Na, Krafty Kuts.: Tickets avaiable.

Jim Ghedi. Artists performing: Jim Ghedi.: Tickets avaiable.

The CONCHORD SINGERS will entertain us with music and sketches. The event has been titled A SPRING FLING, so please come along and enjoy a musical evening.

Kitty, Daisy and Lewis Support Son Of Dave. Artists performing: Kitty, Daisy and Lewis.: Tickets avaiable.

Thursday 17 May 2018, 7:30 pm. Guest Speaker: David Joy - Liverpool Cow Keepers. From The Dales to Liverpool, David will tell us of his own family history, and his research into how individuals became Cow Keepers.

Island. Artists performing: Island.: Tickets avaiable.

The Bluetones + Jordan Allen + The Gallerys. Artists performing: The Bluetones.: Tickets avaiable.

The Mouse Outfit Plus The Herbaliser & Special Guests. Artists performing: The Mouse Outfit.: Tickets avaiable.

The Old Courts are proud to present The Houghton Weavers, the UK’s leading Comedy/Folk group. This legendary band have been at the forefront of the country’s music scene for over four decades with a hectic concert schedule.

U.S Girls + Special Guests. Artists performing: U.S Girls.: Tickets avaiable.

Nick Mulvey. Artists performing: Nick Mulvey.: Tickets avaiable.

From The Jam "That's Entertainment" - The Acoustic Tour + Steve Cradock. Artists performing: From The Jam, Steve Cradock.: Tickets avaiable.

Come Celebrate the Royal Wedding with The Mill on Saturday, May 19 in our Lostock Room Timings On Arrival from 10.

Come and join us at East Lancashire Sailing Club! RYA Push The Boat Out is a fantastic opportunity for you to experience sailing and windsurfing. RYA clubs and centres across the country are offering a range of ’have a go’ and taster sessions throughout May so getting involved could not be easier!

Special ’small batch’ craft Gin Tasting. This will be a highly enjoyable evening tasting some high-quality craft Gins from a range of producers.

Join us in Paris where the Bohemian Revolution is taking place at the Moulin Rouge, a night club where rich and poor men come to be entertained by the high kicking dancers. Things are about to take a wicked turn though, as a love triangle forms between a writer, a courtesan and the club’s patron.

Abba Forever are one of the best Abba tributes around. Their stunning vocals and truly amazing stage presence really do steal the show. The evening includes: 4 course meal, live entertainment, disco with DJ & bar service.

Barry Steele and Friends presents, ‘The Roy Orbison Story’. Expect what is being billed as an upbeat and contemporary slant on Orbison’s legacy, as Barry Steele and Friends take audiences on a musical journey from the early Sun years right through to the late 1980s.

A wide selection of quality stalls including Jewellery, Silver, Ceramics, Coins Medals, Treen, Lace and Glassware. Refreshments on site.

¾ acre all year round plants persons garden with many rare and unusual plants. Herbaceous borders and colour themed island beds leading to a pond and rockery, rose garden, spring area and autumn hot bed. Many stone features built with reclaimed materials.

The 3 gardens are spread across the village and offer a wide variety of planting and design ideas incl. cottage charm on limestone pavement, unusual herbaceous and more formal approaches. Parking at the bottom of village (LA5 9NU) or the public car park, next to Old School Brewery (LA5 9PL). Warton has 2 Pubs and WCs.

Josh T. Pearson (Band) + Erika Wennerstrom. Artists performing: Josh T Pearson.: Tickets avaiable.

With Troy Hawke George Rigden Amy Howerska Stephen Bailey

Snail Mail. Artists performing: Snail Mail.: Tickets avaiable.

God Is An Astronaut + special guests. Artists performing: God Is An Astronaut.: Tickets avaiable.

The Once. Artists performing: The Once.: Tickets avaiable.

Cavetown. Artists performing: Cavetown.: Tickets avaiable.

Written by: Sue Townsend Directed by: John Churnside Gwenda, an ex-agoraphobic, leads a self-help group of three who have been unable to leave their homes for a variety of reasons. She forces them to help at a local bazaar, enlisting the support of a trainee social-worker.

Art Exhibition: Printmaking and Paintings by Barbra Cropper and Sculpture and Creative Glass Design by Nicola Thompson.

Japanese Breakfast. Artists performing: Japanese Breakfast.: Tickets avaiable.

Following an outstanding West End Run, The Kite Runner comes to Blackpool’s Grand Theatre in 2018! Based on Khaled Hosseini’s international bestselling novel, this haunting tale of friendship which spans cultures and continents, follows one man’s journey to confront his past and find redemption.

For Pat, recently widowed, this year’s charabanc trip to Whitby is tinged with sadness. She is determined to enjoy herself in the company of her old friends - warm, kind hearted Jimmy and Joan; gentle, innocent Jessie; Maureen; know-it-all Henry and interfering, out-spoken Kathleen.

Race for Life brings millions of women together to support our life-saving research. Just by signing up you’ll make a difference and whether you raise £10 or £200, every penny matters.

PVMNTS Plus The Faim. Artists performing: PVMNTS.: Tickets avaiable.

Wussy. Artists performing: Wussy.: Tickets avaiable.

Ed Sheeran + special guest Anne-Marie. Artists performing: Ed Sheeran, Anne Marie.: Tickets avaiable.

The Breath. Artists performing: The Breath.: Tickets avaiable.

The Exploited. Artists performing: The Exploited.: Tickets avaiable.

Amy Winehouse was without doubt one of the most influential, notorious and wonderfully talented singer-songwriters the UK has produced in a generation. Her meteoric rise from Camden local with bags of potential to worldwide superstar was something to behold.

“THE DAYS GO BY, CERTAIN DAYS, GO QUITE BY, THE BELL GOES, AND LITTLE OR NOTHING SAID, LITTLE OR NOTHING DONE. THAT IS THE DANGER. TO BE GUARDED AGAINST.” Winnie is stuck. Buried in a wilderness of scorched earth she survives the everyday with fragments of babbling optimism.

The Hippodrome Theatre in Todmorden plays host to Manford’s Comedy Club. This live comedy show features four brilliant comedians from around the UK, personally selected by Jason Manford.

The Beat starring Dave Wakeling. Artists performing: The Beat starring Dave Wakeling.: Tickets avaiable.

Aidan Moffat & RM Hubbert Plus Siobhan Wilson. Artists performing: Aidan Moffat, RM Hubbert.: Tickets avaiable.

The Christians + HUE & CRY. Artists performing: The Christians.: Tickets avaiable.

Strange Waves - Unknown Mortal Orchestra + Deerhunter + more TBC. Artists performing: Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Deerhunter.: Tickets avaiable.

The UK’s Biggest Free Tribute Festival Now in it’s 4th year Boltfest has grown from strength to strength and becomes more popular each year. Our ethos has always been to give away the tickets for Free and for you to come and experience 2 days of the best tribute bands on the planet.

Harlem Globetrotters. Artists performing: Harlem Globetrotters.: Tickets avaiable.

With Andrew Bird Justin Moorhouse Sinon Wozniak Rob Riley

Love Cheese? Love wine? Why not come along to our cheese and wine matching evening and learn more about the best cheese and wine pairings to enjoy at home. We shall be exploring a range of delicious cheeses and matching them with some classic wines from around the globe.

Half Man Half Biscuit. Artists performing: Half Man Half Biscuit.: Tickets avaiable.

Discover artworks from many local artists. Booking Not Needed.

Bubble & Bounce returns to the Cricket Ground at Guy’s Thatched Hamlet on 27th May to 3rd June 2018. A Field Full of Fun - With over 25 Giant Inflatables! Where kids can: Bounce,Squeeze ,Crawl & Slide through every shape and size of inflatable imaginable.Also Includes Kiddies Rides....

Four contrasting gardens spaced across an attractive village location. Glynwood House has ¾ acre mixed borders, pond with drystone-wall water feature, woodland walk, patio garden with pergola and raised beds, all in a peaceful location with spectacular open aspects.

Textile artist Ruth Singer explores personal and universal stories of love and loss, grief and celebration - using stitch as an act of remembrance. New work in the exhibition is inspired by items in the collection and the stories behind these items.

Four contrasting gardens spaced across attractive village with conservation area. Glynwood House has ¾ acre mixed borders, pond with drystone-wall water feature, woodland walk, patio garden with pergola and raised beds, all in a peaceful location with spectacular open aspects.

Inspirational 2-acre organic garden for all seasons surrounding Georgian house (not open) with views to Pendle and Bowland. An enthusiast’s collection of many unusual plants with herbaceous borders, large island beds, shrubs, heathers, rhododendrons, small mature wooded area, old fashioned and hybrid roses.

’A surprise round every corner’ is the most common response as visitors encounter fountains, streams, ponds, sculptures, boathouses and follies: Rapunzel’s tower, temple, turf maze, giant fish made of CDs, walk-through pyramid. 2 acre wildlife lake attracts many species of insects and birds.

One of Dickens’ most cherished story’s ‘Oliver Twist’ has been cleverly re-imagined in an explosion of Funk for the family. Follow the charismatic ‘Arti’ who despite his misfortune, tries hard to better his impoverished beginnings. The story is told through a thrilling fusion of Spoken word and Urban Dance.

With Steve Gribbin Chris Kehoe Jack Gleadow Ray Bradshaw

With Stephen Bailey Paul Pirie James Allen Mick Ferry

A small quirky garden with many interesting features. Amongst our collection of plants are acers, ferns, auriculas. Interesting use of gravel leading to the hot tub.The summer house provides one of the many seating areas. Come along and meet Henry!

With Paul Pirie Stephen Bailey Josh Pugh Justin Moorhouse

Alabaster DePlume Plus Paddy Steer And DJ Coops. Artists performing: Alabaster DePlume.: Tickets avaiable.

Charity Car Boot Sale at Wigan & Leigh Hospice, Kildare Street, Hindley, Wigan. WN2 3HZ. Sunday 27th May 2018 from 9am - 2pm. Pitches must be pre booked in advance. £10 per car. To book a pitch please call the fundraising team on 01942 525566 or email fundraising@wlh.org.uk for more information.

Ezra Furman + Du Blonde. Artists performing: Ezra Furman.: Tickets avaiable.

The Bonnevilles. Artists performing: The Bonnevilles .: Tickets avaiable.

Ribchester spring bank market has been in the village for 30 years as of this year we have over 2000 visiters to the market the day we had nearly 80 stalls last year the market starts grom 9am till ruthley 3pm there plant stalls craft stalls kifs rides hot food bric a brac fruit veg meat stall there somthing for all

Main Arena displays: Galloping Acrobatics, Lurcher and Terrier Racing and Agility, (have a go with your own dog).

Frankie Cosmos + Special Guests. Artists performing: Frankie COsmos.: Tickets avaiable.

Charles Howl. Artists performing: Charles Howl.: Tickets avaiable.

GospelbeacH Plus The Hanging Stars. Artists performing: GospelbeacH .: Tickets avaiable.

Volbeat Plus Special Guests. Artists performing: Volbeat.

Wildwood Kin plus special guests. Artists performing: Wildwood Kin.: Tickets avaiable.

Liberty Lies, Kill The Ideal - Manchester: Tickets avaiable.

Blackpool & Fylde Light Opera Company present The Tony and Olivier award-winning Me and My Girl, a musical with music by Noel Gay and its original book and lyrics by Douglas Furber and L. Arthur Rose.

The Shades plus special guests. Artists performing: The Shades.: Tickets avaiable.

Are there Fairies at the bottom of Gawthorpe’s Garden' Join us for a gnome and fairy hunt. Booking Not Needed.

Why Don't We - The Invitation Tour. Artists performing: Why Don't We.: Tickets avaiable.

G-EAZY - The Beautiful & Damned Tour Plus Special Guest. Artists performing: G-Eazy.: Tickets avaiable.

Rudy Francisco Plus Special Guests. Artists performing: Rudy Francisco .: Tickets avaiable.

Emp!re - Manchester: Tickets avaiable.

The Octagon’s first off-site production, Summer Holiday is a feel good 1960s musical which will be brought to life as never seen before.

Join us for an evening of fizz and canapes at Samlesbury Hall! Thursday 31st May 2018 6:00pm - 8:00pm Join us in May for our open evening to get a feel for how your big day will go! There will be a glass of chilled fizz for you on arrival, with delicious canapés available to taste.

Monster Magnet Plus : ¡PENDEJO!. Artists performing: Monster Magnet.: Tickets avaiable.

Charles Watson Support Sivu. Artists performing: Charles Watson, Hey! Manchester.: Tickets avaiable.

Heart Of A Coward Plus From Sorrow To Serenity & Lotus Eater. Artists performing: Heart Of A Coward.: Tickets avaiable.

Down By The Riverside is a unique festival that caters to all ages. We’ve got two live music stages, multiple theatrical events to tell the story of "The Legend Of The Giants", creative sideshows and workshops to get stuck into, along with a huge food court of world food, local ales and mountains of...

Curse of Lono Plus Kerri Watt. Artists performing: Curse of Lono.: Tickets avaiable.

Carl North & The Lonely Hearts. Artists performing: Carl North.: Tickets avaiable.

Rising stars of the UK Bluesrock scene, Snakewater are fronted by 24 year-old Bobby Grant who attracts adulatory attention for his incendiary playing.

Nestled in the oldest part of Trawden villlage and rolling Lancashire countryside, this mature and evolving country garden surrounds a 400 year old grade II listed hall (not open); featuring a parterre, lawns, herbaceous borders, shrubbery, wildlife pond with bridge to seating area and a hidden summerhouse in a

The unique and quirky garden at Mill Barn is a delight: or rather a series of delights. Along the R Darwin, through the tiny secret grotto, past the suspension bridge and view of the fairytale tower, visitors can a stroll past folly, sculptures, lily pond, and lawns, enjoy the naturally planted flowerbeds, then enter...

Crafty Vintage is a regular social gathering where like-minded folk can meet, socialise, share ideas and gather inspiration. We are purveyors of classic vintage, collectables, retro wares, quirky handmade, fine foods and delectable cuisine.

Alfie Boe Homecoming. Artists performing: Alfie Boe.: Tickets avaiable.

Andrea Gibson. Artists performing: Andrea Gibson.: Tickets avaiable.

The Swedish forests are filled with the strangest things… When a brother and sister find an extraordinary hat, they are plunged into the world of the trolls, where things quickly spin out of control. But help sometimes comes from the most unexpected places….

Saint Raymond. Artists performing: Saint Raymond.

ROY WOOD$ Plus Special Guests: Tickets avaiable.

Race for Life brings millions of women together to support our life-saving research. Just by signing up you’ll make a difference and whether you raise £10 or £200, every penny matters.

LOMA + ADAM TORRES. Artists performing: LOMA.: Tickets avaiable.

Large 2 acre water garden with ponds, streams, waterfalls, islands and lake. High variety of trees, plants and climbers. It is a haven for waterfowl and local wildlife (incl swans, ducks, geese, coots, moorhens, grebes, herons and kingfishers). Adjoining gardens and allotment are also open.

A relatively new garden of approx 3 acres which has been developed alongside a mature woodland. With koi pond and formal gardens. A laburnum arch leads you to the woodland area with paths, seating and stumpery.

Shuggie Otis. Artists performing: Shuggie Otis.: Tickets avaiable.

Traders buying and selling collectable vinyl,cds,dvds,etc.

Love photography or want to take up a new skill for 2018? Why not join internationally renowned photographer Sean Conboy for a unique Photographic Session – The Basics at the 123-year-old Grand Theatre, Blackpool.

Flat Worms + Special Guests. Artists performing: Flat Worms.: Tickets avaiable.

Courtney Barnett + LOOSE TOOTH. Artists performing: Courtney Barnett.: Tickets avaiable.

Warmduscher: Tickets avaiable.

Slim Cessnas Auto Club. Artists performing: Slim Cessnas Auto Club.: Tickets avaiable.

Ty Segall & The Freedom Band Support Mike Donovan. Artists performing: Ty Segall.: Tickets avaiable.

Patti Smith and her Band. Artists performing: Patti Smith and her Band.: Tickets avaiable.

Wavves. Artists performing: Wavves.: Tickets avaiable.

Jonathan Davis Plus Special Guests. Artists performing: Jonathan Davis.: Tickets avaiable.

Tim Vine presents ‘Sunset Milk Idiot’. Fire up your dongles and back-up your 3-pin memory spanners, Tim Vine is returning to Blackpool’s Grand Theatre with his brand new show Sunset Milk Idiot, for two nights only June 2018.

Laura Veirs. Artists performing: Laura Veirs.: Tickets avaiable.

RHYE. Artists performing: RHYE.: Tickets avaiable.

Preston Opera presents Bellini’s Classic Opera with full Chorus and Orchestra

Stalls within the shopping precinct

Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company this summer as Elinor and Marianne Dashwood make their first forays into the exciting world of Regency society.

Open Mike/Jam Night @ The Dog Inn, Whalley, Lancashire, BB7 9SP - first Thursday of every month - 9pm till 11.30pm. Next Open Mike Night is Thursday 7th June from 9pm Everyone is welcome to come down and do something or just come along and listen. It’s free and register on the night.

Taylor Swift reputation Stadium Tour. Artists performing: Taylor Swift.: Tickets avaiable.

All the best bits from Broadway are brought straight to the NWTAC Theatre in June. Join the cast as they journey through some of the most famous musicals, plays and revues ever to tread the Broadway boards. See your favourite shows and some new ones that haven’t made the trip over the pond yet.

Tackle a team building challenge with football legends for charity at the PFA & Children Today Challenge Cup Weekend!

Recreating the sights and sounds of the legendary Pink Floyd live in concert, this highly authentic show features over 50 years of hits by this iconic band.

Special ’small batch’ craft Gin Tasting. This will be a highly enjoyable evening tasting some high-quality craft Gins this from a range of British producers so for those who enjoyed our previous tasting there will be new gins to try with the focus on British botanicals.

Born Ruffians. Artists performing: Born Ruffians.: Tickets avaiable.

K. Michelle - The People I used To Know Tour. Artists performing: K. Michelle.: Tickets avaiable.

Pink Floydian are one of the most accurate Pink Floyd tribute bands in the UK today. Gathered together from the cream of the Northwest’s Floyd-loving musicians, they deliver over two and a half hours of Pink Floyd classics.

English Touring Opera presents an energetic new production of one of the world’s most beloved operas, Mozart’s classic comedy The Marriage of Figaro featuring a 25 piece Orchestra.

Nestled high on the side of Longridge fell, with beautiful long-reaching views across the Ribble Valley, the gardens surround the old farmhouse and buildings. The gardens are ever evolving and include an acre of perennial wildflower meadows, wildlife pond, woodland areas and cottage gardens.

Traders buying selling collectable vinyl.cds dvds etc

Proud Mary. Artists performing: Proud Mary.: Tickets avaiable.

The Bronx Plus Special Guests. Artists performing: The Bronx.: Tickets avaiable.

Some Guys Have All The Luck is a fantastic theatrical production celebrating the career of one of rocks greatest icons, Rod Stewart – from street busker through to international superstar!

This ½ acre cottage garden started in 2010, has many colourful borders of perennials, shrubs, and roses. A patio with raised beds, secluded potted plant area, large vegetable garden. Rose and clematis covered arches and many wrought iron features. An extensive bed of scented roses and a wonderful view of Harrock Hill.

An established country garden of over ¾ acre with form, texture and a green tapestry all year round. Developed from a barren wilderness to one with wildlife, amidst tall trees, shrubs, mixed borders, pond, vegetable patch, woodland area and stream.

A small, continually evolving, cottage garden, with a variety of different garden rooms containing shrubs, perennials, alpines, climbers, cobbled courtyard and a small pond.

As the sound of ’cork on willow’ competes with the laughter of grandchildren, this family garden provides views for the sedentary, bug hunts for the active and a riot of colour for the artisitic.

Nouvelle Vague + support. Artists performing: Nouvelle Vague.: Tickets avaiable.

Lindi Ortega Plus Special Guests. Artists performing: Lindi Ortega.: Tickets avaiable.

Palm. Artists performing: Palm.: Tickets avaiable.

Haim Plus Special Guests. Artists performing: Haim.: Tickets avaiable.

Art Exhibition: the much-awaited exhibition of watercolours by Tom Eccles.

A Perfect Circle. Artists performing: A Perfect Circle.

Waxahatchee + Special Guests. Artists performing: Waxahatchee.: Tickets avaiable.

Portico Quartet. Artists performing: Portico Quartet .: Tickets avaiable.

Iconic Norwegian trio a-ha are bringing their Electric Summer Tour 2018 to Blackpool with special guests OMD and The Thompson Twins’ Tom Bailey.

Get the girls together and enjoy a fun night out with a lively performance by a flamboyant drag queen and male entertainers. Evening includes: 4 course meal, disco with DJ & bar service.

Carnival Club. Artists performing: Carnival Club.: Tickets avaiable.

Join us on what we hope will be a balmy summer evening with strawberries, Prosecco and music with a coronation flavour.. We will be singing Haydn’s “Missa Sancti Bernardi de Offida” (Heiligmesse) as well as Parry’s “I was glad” and Handel’s “Zadok the priest”.

Race for Life brings millions of women together to support our life-saving research. Just by signing up you’ll make a difference and whether you raise £10 or £200, every penny matters. So which event is for you? A 5k is great for all ages. Run, jog or walk the only thing that matters is that you’re part of it.

with over 30 stalls of craft art and jewellery stalls

Recently restored medium sized gardens of Grade 2* vernacular Georgian vicarage comprising both formal and informal planting and statuary as the garden narrows to follow the woodland stream which runs through it.

Public Image Ltd plus special guests. Artists performing: Public Image Ltd.: Tickets avaiable.

Another one of our fantastic party and story time events. A two hour party event with themed activities and the full telling of the story with the characters. Meet and greet opportunity afterwards.

The garden at 11 Westminster Road has a pretty front garden with topiary chickens and is well stocked with perennials. mature trees, and box hedge.

Amidst the busy urban environment of Eccles in Salford, lies a hidden pocket of grand houses with wide roads,and these two havens of tranquillity. 35 Ellesmere Road is a peaceful country garden with deep herbaceous borders filled with shrubs, scented roses, and perennials.

A fabulous day out for everyone @ this agricultural show that includes horses, sheepdog trials, childrens pets, dog display team, ferret display, BMX trials, crafts, trade stands, fairground, vintage tractors, food, and much more.

Demi Lovato Plus Special Guests. Artists performing: Demi Lovato.: Tickets avaiable.

Billy Joel plus special guests. Artists performing: Billy Joel.: Tickets avaiable.

Live steel music performance by this popular youth group from Stockport

Stone Sour plus special guests. Artists performing: Stone Sour.: Tickets avaiable.

The Wave Pictures plus Mr Ben & The Bens. Artists performing: The Wave Pictures.: Tickets avaiable.

A wide selection of quality stalls including Jewellery, Silver, Ceramics, Coins Medals, Treen, Lace and Glassware. Refreshments on site.

Parkers Lodge is set on the site of a demolished Victorian Mill that was used for bleaching. Since the houses were completed in 2014 a small group of volunteers have been working to transform what was a jungle into a manicured wild space that still allows the local wildlife to flourish.

1½ acre garden and hardy plant nursery, originally orchard, now has gravel garden with pots and seating area bottle wall and folly, shrubs, herbaceous borders, large stream-fed pond with woodland walk. Sculpture, Victorian fern house.

Chapterhouse Theatre Company is proud to present the timeless story of Little Women, based on the classic novel by Louisa May Alcott. Join Chapterhouse as four sisters - Jo, Beth, Meg and Amy - tell the story of their life during the Civil War in America.

D'Angelo D'Tour - An intimate evening with D'Angelo and his All Stars. Artists performing: D'Angelo.: Tickets avaiable.

Foo Fighters Plus Special Guests. Artists performing: Foo Fighters.

Join us for a girls’ night out in the name of a great cause at the St Catherine’s Ladies’ Night – held in our gorgeous marquee in the beautiful hospice grounds.

J.I.D & Earthgang plus special guests. Artists performing: J.I.D & Earthgang.: Tickets avaiable.

Billy Idol Plus Special Guest. Artists performing: Billy Idol.: Tickets avaiable.

The theatre’s three drama groups, Preston Drama Club, The Broughton Players and The Grimsargh Players have come together in a production of three short plays each night to raise funds for the development of the Playhouse.

Our hugely popular ladies event is back with live betting from Royal Ascot races. Ticket price includes: Drink on arrival, Two course lunch with tea & coffee, Afternoon tea Stalls selling ladies luxury gifts and items. Raffle, diamond draw and prize for best dressed filly.

Thursday 21 June 2018 Speaker still to be confirmed. Admission is free to members and non-members, but donations very much appreciated. If you are interested in family history, come and meet branch members, and find out what membership of the LFHHS offers.

“If you like music and guitars you will LOVE this show!” Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Hank Marvin, Brian May and Slash are just some of the outstanding guitar heroes you will have chance to experience in one amazing show!

Girls Names. Artists performing: Girls Names.: Tickets avaiable.

Richie Kotzen. Artists performing: Richie Kotzen.: Tickets avaiable.

A spectacular evening of live music, lights and video in honour of one of the greatest bands of all time

½ acre tastefully landscaped gardens comprising of limestone rockeries, well stocked herbaceous borders, raised alpine beds, well stocked koi pond, lawn areas, greenhouse and polytunnel, patio areas, specialising in alpines rare shrubs and trees, large collection unusual bulbs. All year round interest.

Join us for a fabulous evening of fine food and top entertainment at our Summer Ball this June! The St Catherine’s Marquee in the beautiful hospice grounds is the venue for this year’s event, which will feature live music from The Soul Convicts and a charity auction and raffle.

VCTMS, Lifetight - Manchester: Tickets avaiable.

Chorlton High School Saturday 23rd June 1:30pm-3:30pm SELL your quality second hand baby, children’s and maternity clothes, preloved baby equipment or used pram at our nearly new baby and children’s market and keep 100% of the proceeds. Book a stall at www.mum2mummarket.co.uk/book-a-stall.

Race for Life brings millions of women together to support our life-saving research. Just by signing up you’ll make a difference and whether you raise £10 or £200, every penny matters.

Can you take the heat for St Catherine’s Hospice? Dare to join us for our exciting sponsored Firewalk and conquer the hot coals whilst raising vital funds to support our work.

Bring the family together for a fun day out in aid of St Catherine’s at our annual Yellow Day garden fete! Featuring a host of attractions including: Stalls Games Rides Entertainment And more, including tasty food and drink from The Mill Outside.

Table Top Sale @ Whalley Village Hall, Whalley, BB7 9TD, Lancashire Sunday 24th June - 9am till 2pm - FREE ENTRY!!! Everyone welcome, you may pick up a bargain or two - Admission is FREE! Last Sunday of each month Why not earn yourself some money by having a clear out of your unwanted items.

2 gardens open for the first time. A suburban garden created over the past 9 yrs from a blank canvas into a creative oasis. Organically managed to attract birds,bees and butterflies. Stunning views across fields to Knowl Hill.

½ acre well established formal cottage gardens. Feature koi pond, paths leading to different areas. Lots of climbers and rose beds. Packed with plants of all kinds. Many shrubs and trees. Well laid out lawns. Collections of unusual plants. A surprise round every corner.

An increasing range of interesting trees and shrubs have been added to the existing collection of old fashioned roses, including rare and unusual varieties and Plant Heritage National Collection of Pemberton Hybrid Musk roses. Formal garden at front with backdrop of C17 house (not open).

CW Stoneking. Artists performing: C.W. Stoneking.: Tickets avaiable.

Oceans Ate Alaska, Kingdom Of Giants, Shields - Manchester: Tickets avaiable.

Race for Life brings millions of women together to support our life-saving research. Just by signing up you’ll make a difference and whether you raise £10 or £200, every penny matters.

The Primitives. Artists performing: The Primitives.: Tickets avaiable.

An increasing range of interesting trees and shrubs have been added to the existing collection of old fashioned roses, including rare and unusual varieties and Plant Heritage National Collection of Pemberton Hybrid Musk roses. Formal garden at front with backdrop of C17 house (not open).

Sounds of the City - Nile Rodgers & Chic Plus Special Guests. Artists performing: Nile Rodgers .: Tickets avaiable.

Skinny Molly + Gorilla Riot. Artists performing: Skinny Molly.: Tickets avaiable.

“WE ARE WOMEN AGAINST PIT CLOSURES AND WE’RE OCCUPYING THIS PIT” Anne, Elaine, Dot and Lesley. Four ordinary women, facing the closure of their community. It’s 1993 and the Parkside Colliery pit may be winding down, but they’re not giving up.

Kiefer Sutherland + special guests. Artists performing: Kiefer Sutherland.: Tickets avaiable.

DAMIAN "JR. GONG" MARLEY Plus Special Guests. Artists performing: Damian Marley.: Tickets avaiable.

Flight of the Conchords. Artists performing: Flight of the Conchords.: Tickets avaiable.

Canalside GIN FEST... Join us to enjoy a fab weekend of Live Entertainment, Gin & more Gin... Our Canalside Gin Bar will be open throughout the weekend with a fantastic selection of Gins.

Join us for a traditional Spanish fiesta in our marquee this summer! Featuring a delicious menu of tapas, paella and sangria, along with music and live entertainment, it’s a chance to enjoy a taste of Spain whilst supporting a great cause.

Shed Seven - Sounds Of The City + Special guests Reverend & The Makers + The Twang. Artists performing: Shed Seven, Reverend and the Makers, The Twang.: Tickets avaiable.

A cottage garden with a front garden planted with shrubs. The main garden has herbaceous borders with shrubs, roses and perennials. There is a wildlife pond and a summerhouse with an exhibition of textiles. The rear garden has a mixture of flowers, vegetables and fruit.

The Lancashire Science Festival is back with a bang. This years family programme is set to be bigger and better than ever before and once again admission is FREE. Join us for our family day on Saturday 30 June 9.00am-5.

A well loved and used family garden which is challenging as on a high stony hillside and encompasses hens, some small wildlife ponds, vegetable garden, a poly tunnel and areas that are always being re thought and dug up and changed depending on time and aged bodies aches and pains!

Well planted garden with island flower beds. Trees and shrubs with some unusual perennials. Also a pond and a view of Worden Park and woods. Visited by a lot of wildlife.

An interesting 1 acre garden, combining different areas of lawn, rill, arboretum, herbaceous border, and raised beds.

Crafty Vintage is a regular social gathering where like-minded folk can meet, socialise, share ideas and gather inspiration. We are purveyors of classic vintage, collectables, retro wares, quirky handmade, and fine foods.

A quirky Chorlton garden! Recycled materials. Wildlife friendly areas. Great variety of lush naturalistic cottage style planting. Wildlife friendly pond with bridge. Potager style front garden with organic fruit, vegetables, flowers and herbs. Hundreds of container plantings.

Strawberries & cream, homemade scones Raffle Tickets £5 per person

North West Calling. Artists performing: North West Calling.: Tickets avaiable.

A spectacular evening of live music, lights and video in honour of one of the greatest bands of all time

Join St Catherine’s for our biggest fundraiser and a very special night to remember – our 2018 Moonlight and Memories Walk. The date is set, Saturday 30th June Help raise vital funds for your local hospice, whilst paying tribute to loved ones in our poignant night time trek.

BAS. Artists performing: BAS.: Tickets avaiable.

Crafty Vintage is a regular social gathering where like-minded folk can meet, socialise, share ideas and gather inspiration.

A Beautiful Day Out 2 - Sounds Of The City featuring Levellers + New Model Army + The Wildhearts & Zion Train. Artists performing: Levellers, New Model Army, The Wildhearts, Zion Train.: Tickets avaiable.

Two gardens in one quietly hidden behind a family home. The rear classic formal garden has four square lawns and central water feature which is softened by herbaceous borders and paved walkways.

Classic Car and Bike Show with Fair, all proceeds to NWCR If you have a classic car or bike please bring it to show. Charity Stalls and Refreshments in the hall. Public Parking at the Scotch Piper Inn, Disabled Parking in front of Hall.

Steve Winwood Plus Special Guests. Artists performing: Steve Winwood.: Tickets avaiable.

Art Exhibition: antique advertisements from a local collection.

Written by: Carlo Goldoni Directed by: Andrew Blake Fired from his skiffle band, Francis Henshall becomes minder to Roscoe Crabbe, a small time East End hood. Permanently starving, Francis spots the chance of an extra meal ticket and takes a second job with one Stanley Stubbers, who is hiding from the police.

Roger Waters - Us and Them - 2018 European Tour No support act, On stage 8:00pm prompt. Artists performing: Roger Waters.: Tickets avaiable.

Race for Life brings millions of women together to support our life-saving research. Just by signing up you’ll make a difference and whether you raise £10 or £200, every penny matters. So which event is for you? A 5k is great for all ages. Run, jog or walk the only thing that matters is that you’re part of it.

CORDOVAS. Artists performing: The Cordovas.: Tickets avaiable.

Rag 'n' Bone Man - Sounds Of The City Plus Special Guests. Artists performing: Rag n Bone Man.: Tickets avaiable.

Start to End perform Jeff Buckley: Grace. Artists performing: Start to End.: Tickets avaiable.

Darren Hayman plays Hefner’s Breaking God’s Heart. Artists performing: Darren Hayman's Thankful Villages.: Tickets avaiable.

Paul Heaton & Jacqui Abbott - Sounds Of The City Plus Elvis Costello and the Imposters - for 1 night only ! plus special guests. Artists performing: Paul Heaton, Jacqui Abbott, Elvis Costello, The Imposters.: Tickets avaiable.

Goosnagh and Longridge Show is set in the Ribble Valley with trade stands craft and food marquee fairgroung and lots of entertainment sheep horticultture horses dog show beer tent and lots more is is a very good family day out

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!! A magical artist, his musical repertoire ranges from Motown, Soul, R&B and popular chart music. Stephen covers hits by Lionel Richie, Lonestar, Robin Thicke, Kings of Leon, Bobby Darin, Ed Sheeran and many more. The evening also includes: 4 course dinner, disco with DJ & late bar

Come and see the wonderful blooms and colours of the world of orchids, many many different types of orchids in the hundreds on display,usually there are orchid traders to buy an orchid or two you may not have seen before.

George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic. Artists performing: George Clinton.: Tickets avaiable.

The Magic Flute is, in many ways, a pantomime opera and yet features much of Mozart’s most magical music.

The garden where the cows used to live set in the beautiful hamlet of White Coppice with wonderful views. Sunken rose garden, fountains, waterfalls, herbaceous borders, all with colour themed planting and formal kitchen garden. Fruit tree walk down to the small lake with wild flower planting.

Get on your bike for St Catherine’s Hospice in the North West’s famous Manchester to Blackpool bike ride!

Live steel music performance by Pantonic All Stars Steel Orchestra from Stockport

Tackle varied terrain as you follow in the footsteps of the Queen’s Guide to the sands, Cedric Robinson MBE, in this iconic coastal walk. Following the postponement of last September’s Morecambe Bay Walk, we’re delighted to be hosting it again this summer.

BLACKALICIOUS + Special Guests. Artists performing: Innervisions Festival 2018, Blackalicious.: Tickets avaiable.

Hans Chew. Artists performing: Hans Chew.: Tickets avaiable.

CONTROL OF THE GOING. Artists performing: CONTROL OF THE GOING.: Tickets avaiable.

The Old Courts are delighted to welcome The Guns N Roses Experience." NOBODY DOES IT BETTER The biggest and best and most in Demand Gn’R tribute in Europe" It does not get any closer than this people.

Beat-Herder, the weirdest, wildest and most wonderful party in the UK festival calendar, announces its first names for 2018.

Deep in the beautiful Northumbrian countryside a terrifying mystery and a legendary nemesis await the arrival of the world’s greatest detective. When the wife of Doctor Watson suddenly disappears, a desperate quest to find her begins.

The Killers. Artists performing: The Killers.: Tickets avaiable.

Disco Classical Manchester ft. Sister Sledge Live. Artists performing: Sister Sledge.: Tickets avaiable.

Summer means the World Cup, Wimbledon and cricket. Celebrate all things sporty in this fantastic concert – and don’t forget your team colours! We think children aged 7 and over will enjoy this concert the most. For younger children, we’ll be hosting free musical activities in the Atrium from 10.

Race for Life brings millions of women together to support our life-saving research. Just by signing up you’ll make a difference and whether you raise £10 or £200, every penny matters. So which event is for you? A 5k is great for all ages. Run, jog or walk the only thing that matters is that you’re part of it.

The Best two-day show in the County!