Open air theatre at its best! Rosalind, the daughter of a banished duke, falls in love with Orlando. When she is then banished from the court by her..... more >

Brockholes Nature Reserve PR5 0AG

Sun 21 Jul 24

Southlands - Open Garden for NGS

This beautiful multi-award winning garden inc a newly planted Mediterranean terrace, an ornamental garden with stunning herbaceous borders, organic... more >

Southlands, Stretford M32 9DA

Sun 21 Jul 24

Chorley and District Gardening Society monthly meeting 7.30 start..

An evening for gardeners We will have a talk from Jacqueline Iddon on Fabulous Foliage and Fantastic Flowers Raffle, members plant sale, question... more >

St.Mary’s Church Hall, Wigan Road, Euxton, Lancashire. Additional parking across the road at Euxton parish church car park, School Lane. Tue 16 July 24 Members £2.00 Visitors £3.50 PR7 6JW

Tue 16 Jul 24

Discover Clubs and Organisations in Lancashire

Moss Park Allotments - Open Garden for NGS

Moss Park is a stunning, award winning allotment site in Stretford, Manchester. Wide grass paths flanked by pretty flower borders give way to a large..... more >

Moss Park Allotments, Manchester M32 9EE

Sun 14 Jul 24

32 Wood Hey Grove - Open Garden for NGS

The garden was Graham's retirement landscape project and continues to evolve 10 yrs on. The planting only really started when Janine also..... more >

32 Wood Hey Grove, Rochdale OL12 9UA

Sun 14 Jul 24

Oldham Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

3 gardens less than 3m from Oldham town centre, all different in style. 76 Green Lane is entered through a wooden pergola past a cutting garden... more >

Oldham Gardens, Oldham OL9 0BW

Sun 14 Jul 24

Drummersdale Crossing Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

Beautiful ½ acre country garden with open views to adjacent farmland. Colour themed beds with herbaceous perennials set within lawned area... more >

Drummersdale Crossing Cottage, Ormskirk L40 9SW

Sun 14 Jul 24

Songs of Praise Whitechapel Church

Open air church service in the church grounds more >

St James Church Church Lane Whitechapel Preston PR32EP PR3 2EP

Sun 14 Jul 24

280 Warrington Road - Open Garden for NGS

The garden is about ¾ of an acre of back land behind our property. It is our little haven which we have transformed into a garden from overgrown land..... more >

280 Warrington Road, Wigan WN2 5RJ

Sun 14 Jul 24

NEW Leyland Dolls House Fair

A NEW 100% Dolls House and Miniatures Fair. Traders attending from all over the UK. Free Prize Draws taking place at the show... more >

The Banqueting Suite, The Civic Centre, West Paddock, LEYLAND PR25 1DH

Sun 14 Jul 24

Pirate Day

Gather Round!!! Come along & joint the Crew . Competitions for best dressed - child & adult. Learn how to fight liike a pirate... more >

Heskin Hall, Wood Lane , Chorley PR7 5PA

Sun 14 Jul 24

Wigan & Leigh Hospice - Open Garden for NGS

Large attractive gardens surround the Hospice creating a place of tranquillity. At the front are raised beds and a courtyard garden, at the rear 3..... more >

Wigan & Leigh Hospice, Wigan WN2 3HZ

Sun 14 Jul 24

Brass at the Seaside!

An outdoor festival Now in it's 5th year, featuring 14 bands from all over Lancashire, Yorkshire and Greater Manchester, Each band will perform... more >

St Anne’s Bandstand South Promenade Lytham St Annes FY8 1LW

Sat 13 Jul 24

Brass at the Seaside Gala Concert

A gala concert to celebrate the work of 2 youth bands, where each will perform an exciting set, then they will join together for some massed items to... more >

St Thomas Church St Thomas Road St Anne’s on Sea Lancashire FY8 1JL

Sat 13 Jul 24

85 Ribchester Road - Open Garden for NGS

Year-round interest is provided in this small suburban garden. Herbaceous borders inc. a mix of perennials, shrubs, roses, climbers, and grasses... more >

85 Ribchester Road, Blackburn BB1 9HT

Sat 13 Jul 24

Brass at the Seaside Schools Day

Young brass players from 6 schools will come together to make music as part of the annual Brass at the Seaside Festival... more >

Lowther Pavillion West Beach Lytham St Anne’s Lancashire FY8 5QQ

Fri 12 Jul 24

Ensemble Renard (wind quintet)

Harris Music Preston presents a concert by the wind quintet Ensemble Renard. They will perform works by Valerie Coleman, Anton Reicha, Judith Weir,..... more >

St. George’s Church, off Lune St., Preston PR1 2NP

Wed 10 Jul 24

What Can You do with Clay?

Pottery by a group of North West Ceramicists more >

Lytham Heritage Centre, 2 Henry St, Lytham St Annes FY8 5LE

Tue 9 Jul 24

3 Harrock View - Open Garden for NGS

Surprises galore in this long, narrow garden split into several themed areas with mature specimen trees and shrubs... more >

3 Harrock View, Chorley PR7 5PZ

Sun 7 Jul 24

Kington Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

Nestling in the beautiful village of Treales this generously sized Japanese garden has many authentic and unique Japanese features, alongside its 2... more >

Kington Cottage, Preston PR4 3SD

Sun 7 Jul 24

St Gabriel’s Church, Community Garden Opening

The band are performing a short programme at the opening of St Gabriel’s Community Garden. more >

St Gabriel’s Church Audley St Ashton-U-lyne OL6 6RB

Sun 7 Jul 24

Glynwood House - Open Garden for NGS

Set in a peaceful rural location with spectacular views. Highlights of this ¾ acre garden inc colour themed mixed borders with rare and unusual..... more >

Glynwood House, Leyland PR26 9AS

Sun 7 Jul 24

Songs of Praise Caldervale

Open air joint songs of praise for the churches of Caldervale and their congregations more >

Methodist Church Victoria Terrace Caldervale Preston PR31SN PR3 1SN

Sun 7 Jul 24

Fortalice Fells Walk 2024

Fortalice Fells Walk returns for 2024! Event Date: Saturday 6th July 2024 – 10am Event Type: 9k or 4... more >

Rivington & Blackrod High School BL6 7RU

Sat 6 Jul 24

The Shakespearean Garden, Platt Fields Park - Open Garden for NGS

The concept of a Shakespearean Garden was first developed in Victorian England with the idea of creating a garden with some or all, of the trees and... more >

The Shakespearean Garden, Platt Fields Park, Manchester M14 6LA

Sat 6 Jul 24

The Folk Tent at The Mining Museum

Folk Musi all day at Lancashire Mining Museum - With Trouble at' Mill, Vision Ting and many more more >

Astley Green Colliery M29 7JB

Sat 6 Jul 24

Goosnargh and Longridge Agricultural show

Well established agricultural show lots of entertainment cows sheep and horses small fair ground Craft marquee beer tent as well as lots of other... more >

The show field lower lane Longridge PR3 2HY

Sat 6 Jul 24

Ormskirk Music Society Summer Concert - Last Night of the Proms

“Last Night of the Proms” Choir and Orchestra concert featuring: Elgar: From the Bavarian Highlands and Pomp and Circumstance Marches 1 &... more >

St John the Baptist Church, School Lane, Burscough L40 4AE

Sat 6 Jul 24

Astley Youth Band Annual Prizegiving - 3Noth Anniversary!

Our annual prizegiving is always the best night of the year, a fantastic celebration of all the hard work of everyone in the Astley Youth Band... more >

Buile Hill Park Hall Eccles Old Road Salford M6 8GL

Fri 5 Jul 24

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 5 Jul 24

P.B.F.A. Premier Secondhand and Antiquarian Bookfair

Thousands of collectable, secondhand, and antiquarian books, maps and prints for sale from dealers from around the country. more >

BROCKHOLES NATURE RESERVE, M6 JUNCTION 31, PRESTON NEW ROAD, SAMLESBURY, PRESTON PR5 0AG

Fri 5 Jul 24

Lancaster Millennium Choir presents The Lone Ranger

Come and join us for... Andy Whitfield's satirical interpretation, performed with a projection of the first episode of the classic TV..... more >

Gregson Community Centre, Moorgate, Lancaster LA1 3PY

Fri 5 Jul 24

Preston Drama Club presents Third Finger, Left Hand by Dermot Canavan

As an extra special performance in our 90th year, Preston Drama Club are privileged to perform the UK amateur premiere of Third Finger, Left Hand... more >

Preston Playhouse, Market St West, Preston PR1 2HB

Wed 3 Jul 24

The Importance of Being Earnest

Everybody loves Ernest. In fact, Cecily and Gwendolen are both engaged to Ernest. The only trouble is, he doesn’t exist. Or does he…?... more >

Ordsall Hall M5 3AN

Wed 3 Jul 24

Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Ormskirk is an historic market town in W Lancashire. The gardens are very diverse with something for everyone... more >

Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens, Ormskirk L39 1LF

Sun 30 Jun 24

5th Annual Summer Tai Chi in Whitaker Park

Lighthouse are please to return for the 5th Year to Whitaker Park, with free tai chi for everyone to join in and enjoy with David & Helena from... more >

Whitaker Park, Rawtenstall, Rossendale BB4 6RG

Sun 30 Jun 24

Bryn Mor - Open Garden for NGS

A mature garden of ¾ of an acre. A mixture of perennial beds, shrubs and mature trees and box hedge parterres... more >

Bryn Mor, Preston PR3 1DB

Sat 29 Jun 24

The Old Vicarage - Open Garden for NGS

Recently restored medium sized gardens of Grade II* vernacular Georgian vicarage comprising both formal and informal planting and statuary as the... more >

The Old Vicarage, Manchester M29 7FS

Sat 29 Jun 24

5 Crib Lane - Open Garden for NGS

A challenging garden as on a high terraced hillside on tip site. Visited by deer, hares and the odd cow! One elderly gardener... more >

5 Crib Lane, Oldham OL3 5AF

Sat 29 Jun 24

Accrington Pals Film The Men Are A Good Deal Rattled

The Men Are A Good Deal Rattled is a full length documentary film telling the story of the Accrington Pals produced by Rory MacColl, grandson of Lt... more >

Towneley Hall Lecture Theatre Burnley BB11 3RQ

Sat 29 Jun 24

Arevinti - Open Garden for NGS

The main garden has a roofed pergola with clematis growing around it and a raised pond. The Chinese garden laid with gravel has two water features,..... more >

Arevinti, Bury BL0 0SD

Sat 29 Jun 24

5th Annual Summer Tai Chi in Whitaker Park Rossendale Free Event

Lighthouse are please to return for the 5th Year to Whitaker Park, with free tai chi for everyone to join in and enjoy with David & Helena from... more >

Whitaker Park, Rawtenstall, Rossendale BB4 6RG

Thu 27 Jun 24

Chorlton Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Chorlton is a suburb of Manchester with great food shops, bars, cafes, and a bohemian atmosphere. Our gardens reflect what you can do with urban..... more >

Chorlton Gardens, Manchester M21 8UZ

Sun 23 Jun 24

That,s Entertainment

Lancaster & District Choral Society present an evening of songs from the musicals. Programme includes... more >

community centre packet lane bolton le sands LA5 8DW

Sat 22 Jun 24

Turton Tower Kitchen Garden - Open Garden for NGS

The garden is set in the historic Turton Tower grounds and was originally the kitchen garden in Victorian times... more >

Turton Tower Kitchen Garden, Bolton BL7 0HG

Sat 22 Jun 24

Jack Green Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

This 2¾ acre garden has been lovingly restored, developed and improved in the last 13 yrs. With long borders of cottage style plants, Japanese style..... more >

Jack Green Cottage, Chorley PR6 8NS

Sat 22 Jun 24

An Evening with Trouble at' Mill

Lancashire's Favourite Fol Duo - Trouble at' Mill will be performing to raise funds for The British Red Cross more >

The Dog Inn, Belthorn BB1 2NN

Fri 21 Jun 24

The Battle of Bamber Bridge Free Film Screening

This free film screening is part of the 81st Battle of Bamber Bridge Anniversary Celebration. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with Clinton..... more >

Ye Olde Hob Inn 9 Church Road Bamber Bridge Preston PR5 6EP

Fri 21 Jun 24

An Evening of Acoustic Music

An Evening of Folk Music with special Guests - Trouble at' Mill more >

Bailiff Bar, Old Courts, Wigan WN1 1NG

Thu 20 Jun 24

Join our choir in Bolton for a FREE taster session

Do you want to find a choir near you? The Bolton Rock Choir is led by local vocal coach Xander-Jaymes Le Petit... more >

Ellesmere Road Recreation Club, Ellesmere Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester BL3 3JT

Thu 20 Jun 24

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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!