A temporary exhibition by Jochen Gren and Rose Jollands - two Cottingley-based artists known for bold , original work 10am to 5pm Thursday to Sunday more >

The Bingley Gallery, 29B Park Rd., Bingley BD16 4BQ

Thu 6 Jun 24

FREE taster session with the Keighley Rock Choir

If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Keighley?' then why not join your local Rock Choir... more >

Central Hall Keighley, Alice Street, Keighley BD21 3JD

Wed 5 Jun 24

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Discover Clubs and Organisations in West Yorkshire

Legend: The Music of Bob Marley at the Victoria Theatre Halifax

When you think reggae, there is only one name that comes to mind, The legend that was Bob Marley. Legend - the music of Bob Marley is an..... more >

The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street HX1 1BP

Wed 5 Jun 24

Circus Vegas

For a discount call the box office on 07494774008 or online with Ticketmaster and quote ‘ACROBAT’ Must be booked at least 24 hours before showtime... more >

Ravensknowle Park Wakefield Road HD5 8DB

Wed 5 Jun 24

Shalamar Greatest Hits Tour plus Special Guest Gwen Dickey

Shalamar - Greatest Hits” Tour plus Special Guest Gwen Dickey – The Voice of Rose Royce “The hottest ticket in town at present is not for ABC,... more >

Victoria Theatre Fountain Street Halifax HX1 1BP

Tue 4 Jun 24

FREE taster session with the Wakefield Rock Choir

If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Wakefield Rock Choir... more >

St Austins Community Centre, Wentworth Terrace, Wakefield WF1 3QN

Mon 3 Jun 24

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An Adult Evening With Billy Pearce at the Victoria Theatre Halifax

National treasure, and without doubt one of Britain’s most talented and best loved comedians & performers, Billy Pearce emerged from the fertile... more >

The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street HX1 1BP

Sun 2 Jun 24

Saltaire Vintage Home & Fashion Fair

Saltaire Vintage Home & Fashion Fair 10am - 4pm Victoria Hall, Saltaire, West Yorkshire BD18 3JS 40+ stalls of genuine vintage from the 1920s to... more >

Victoria Hall Victoria Road Saltaire BD18 3JS

Sat 1 Jun 24

Castleford Roman Festival

Join us on Saturday 1st June to celebrate Castleford’s Roman heritage during a free family fun day. Explore a roman-themed market with..... more >

Castleford Town Centre WF10 1BE

Sat 1 Jun 24

Meet the Romans

The Romans are back! Get your hair styled like a Roman, with hairpins and plaits. Watch a metal-working demonstration and make your own..... more >

Castleford Forum Library & Museum Carlton Street Castleford WF10 1BB

Sat 1 Jun 24

Xscape Yorkshire to Host ‘Tree of Pride’ this weekend

In celebration of Pride Month this June, Xscape Yorkshire is hosting a ‘Tree of Pride’, that visitors can decorate with their pledges to work toward... more >

Xscape Yorkshire, Colorado Way, Glasshoughton, Castleford WF10 4TA

Sat 1 Jun 24

Roman Object Handling

Please note: This activity will be part of the main Roman Festival area on Carlton Street, not at Castleford Museum... more >

Castleford Precinct Town Centre Precinct WF10 1BB

Sat 1 Jun 24

Dick & Liddy's Comedy Club at The Victoria Theatre Halifax

Laugh your way into the weekend with the return of the Victoria Theatre Halifax's regular and hugely popular Dick & Liddy's Comedy... more >

The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street HX1 1BP

Fri 31 May 24

Huddersfield Jazz Guitar Festival

The Huddersfield Jazz Guitar Festival is a three day celebration of jazz guitar with a mixture of FREE live performances,... more >

Rat and Ratchet (Chapel Hill, ) and Small Seeds (New Street, HD1 2UD) HD1 3EB

Fri 31 May 24

Let's Investigate Hieroglyphs!

Children aged 6+ and their families are invited to join Wakefield Museum to investigate Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs... more >

Wakefield Museum Wakefield One Burton Street WF1 2EB

Fri 31 May 24

Brighouse Art Circle: Costume model

Draw or paint a clothed model more >

Waring Green Community Centre, Garden Road, Brighouse HD6 2AX

Thu 30 May 24

Ed Gamble: Hot Diggity Dog at the Victoria Theatre Halifax

Ed Gamble has minced a load of meat (thoughts), piped it into a casing (show) and it’s coming to a bun (venue) near you... more >

The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street HX1 1BP

Thu 30 May 24

Whose Shoe?

Everyone has lost their shoes! Can you find them? Join in with this rhyming, finding session with storytelling and lots of stomping..... more >

Wakefield Museum Wakefield One Burton Street WF1 2EB

Thu 30 May 24

Letter Art - Teen Workshop

Calligraphy is the art of beautiful writing. In this letter art workshop for teenagers see some examples from Wakefield Museums & Castles’..... more >

Pontefract Castle Castle Chain WF8 1QH

Thu 30 May 24

5 Hill Top - Open Garden for NGS

Delightful acre steep garden on edge of Ilkley Moor. Sheltered woodland underplanted with naturalistic, flowing tapestry of foliage, shade-loving..... more >

5 Hill Top, Ilkley LS29 9RS

Wed 29 May 24

Seed Paper - Family Workshop

Learn about the medieval garden at Pontefract Castle and the plants that were grown there in the past... more >

Pontefract Castle Castle Chain WF8 1QH

Wed 29 May 24

Time to Shine

Time flies when you are making history – let’s find time to shine at Pontefract Museum! Learn about watchmaker Maria Taylor and other local..... more >

Pontefract Museum 5 Salter Row Pontefract WF8 1BA

Wed 29 May 24

Half Term Family Fun

Half Term Family Fun - Try our trail to claim your free pack of Percy Pigs! Come and explore the exhibition and try our trail to claim your pack..... more >

M&S Archive, Michael Marks Building, off Clarendon Road, Leeds LS2 9LP

Tue 28 May 24

Write like a Roman

Seals, stamps and styli! This half term learn to write like a Roman at Castleford Museum. Discover how the Romans kept their post..... more >

Castleford Forum Library & Museum Carlton Street Castleford WF10 1BB

Tue 28 May 24

Seeing Double: The Story of Double Two Shirts

Explore the enduring legacy of a local business that changed the face of fashion in Seeing Double: The Story of Double Two Shirts... more >

Wakefield Museum Wakefield One Burton Street WF1 2EB

Tue 28 May 24

Wandering Words Trail

Explore a wonderful wordy trail around Pontefract Castle all week! Discover old and unusual words you might not have seen before... more >

Pontefract Castle Castle Chain WF8 1QH

Mon 27 May 24

Theatre Organ Concert

The Northern Theatre Organ Trust present a Theatre Organ Concert featuring David Lobban at the console of the Compton Christie Theatre Organ at... more >

Ossett Town Hall, Market Street, Ossett WF5 8BE

Sun 26 May 24

The Simon & Garfunkel Story at Victoria Theatre Halifax

Following SOLD-OUT performances in London’s West End, a Worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story... more >

The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street HX1 1BP

Sun 26 May 24

Funfair & Fireworks

Amazing family day with live entertainment all day, street food, free children's activities, large funfair and firework finale. more >

The Ings, Wetherby LS22 5FN

Sun 26 May 24

Todmorden Carnival

Todmorden Carnival entertainment for all the family. All the fun of the fair from Thursday 23 May to Sunday 26 May 2024. Over 40 stalls... more >

Centre Vale Park Burnley Road, Todmorden OL14 7DE

Sat 25 May 24

Eltonesque, featuring Pete Gallagher and his fabulous live band

Uncanny and with breath-taking virtuosity, for the most faithful Elton John concert experience, look no further than Eltonesque... more >

Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street HX1 2SH

Sat 25 May 24

The Full Moon Market at Leeds Corn Exchange

Leeds Indie Market's alternative night market returns to Leeds Corn Exchange! Join us Friday 29th March and Friday 24th May, 5pm-9pm on the..... more >

Leeds Corn Exchange, Call Lane LS1 7BR

Fri 24 May 24

A Bunch of Amateurs by Ian Hislop and Nick Newman

Presented by the Idle and Thackley Theatre Group. Keen to boost his flagging career, fading Hollywood action hero Jefferson Steele arrives in..... more >

The Little Theatre Malt Shovel Yard Westfield Lane Idle Bradford BD10 8QB

Fri 24 May 24

Music Masters Present 50s & 60s Atlantic Hits

Music Masters are a 5 piece vocal/instrumental group with a wealth of experience behind them, performing the length and breadth of the UK over many... more >

Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street HX1 2SH

Fri 24 May 24

Brighouse Art Circle: Workshop

Follow up on last week's demo more >

Waring Green Community Centre, Garden Road, Brighouse HD6 2AX

Thu 23 May 24

FREE taster session with the Halifax Rock Choir

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? The Halifax Rock Choir is led by singer/pianist Narelle Hill... more >

St Paul’s Methodist Church, Tower Hill, Sowerby Bridge, Halifax HX6 2EQ

Tue 21 May 24

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Cuppa & Chat

Come and meet old and new friends and see what the Oddfellows is all about. If you've not been to one of our events before then this is the..... more >

Oddfellows Friendly Society, Unity Court, 431 Meanwood Road, Leeds LS7 2LD

Fri 17 May 24

John Bishop: Back at it 2024

Comedy superstar John Bishop is getting Back At It – doing what he does best - with a new UK stand-up tour for 2024... more >

The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street HX1 1BP

Fri 17 May 24

Discover Wellington Place’s Wagon Lifting Hoist Mini Museum

Located in the Grade II listed landmark lifting tower – one of the last remaining parts of the original Leeds Central Station – Wellington Place’s... more >

Wellington Place, Leeds LS1 4AP

Fri 17 May 24

FIVE Open Studios

FIVE OPEN STUDIOS is an exciting weekend in Ilkley where 5 professional artists are opening their working studios to the general public... more >

3 WILTON ROAD ILKLEY LS29 9PG

Fri 17 May 24

Brighouse Art Circle: Demonstration

Tracey Tanner demonstrats in mxed media more >

Waring Green Community Centre, Garden Road, Brighouse HD6 2AX

Thu 16 May 24

Play Your Cards Right

Higher or lower. Come and join in the fun. Hot supper and raffle included. Contact Ian for more information. more >

Miners Arms, Albert Road, Morley, Leeds LS27 8LG

Thu 16 May 24

Talk - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

We have the return of our favourite speaker Denise Adlard. She will be entertaining us with a talk on obsessive compulsive disorder... more >

Oddfellows Friendly Society, 4 Henry Street, Keighley BD21 3DR

Wed 15 May 24

Fish, Chips & Bingo

Enjoy Fish & Chips followed by several games of fun bingo. Booking essential more >

Oddfellows Friendly Society, Unity Court, 431 Meanwood Road, Leeds LS7 2LD

Tue 14 May 24

The Revlon Girl

Eight months after the Aberfan Disaster of 1966, in which 144 people were killed (116 of them children), a group of bereaved mothers meet weekly to... more >

Halifax Playhouse, King Cross Street, Halifax HX1 2SH

Tue 14 May 24

Most Haunted Live - The Stage Show at the Victoria Theatre Halifax

Most Haunted Live The acclaimed World No.1 paranormal show Most Haunted is the original and most successful worldwide paranormal investigation..... more >

The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street HX1 1BP

Sun 12 May 24

Live Music - Theatre Organ Pops concert

Experience a Musical Journey Through Time at Saltaire’s stunning Victoria Hall with 'Broadway to the Beatles – 100 Years of Popular... more >

The Victoria Hall, Saltaire, Shipley BD18 3JS

Sun 12 May 24

Bronte Vintage Gathering

All your favourites are coming, along with all the hundreds of Vintage Exhibitors we have Terrier Racing, Dog Agility who this year are offering... more >

Show Field, Haworth Road, Cullingworth, West Yorkshire BD13 5EE

Sat 11 May 24

The North Leeds Food Festival 2024: A Springtime Feast

As seen in The Guardian, iNews & BBC, The North Leeds Food Festival is BACK for 2024! After two record-breaking years on the trot, we’re bringing..... more >

Soldiers’ Field, Roundhay Park, Leeds LS8 1JX

Sat 11 May 24

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Things to do around West Yorkshire

West Yorkshire, a diverse and captivating county in England, offers a wide range of activities for an enjoyable day out. Whether you're interested in history, nature, or family-friendly adventures, there's something for everyone. Let's explore some of the best things to do in West Yorkshire:

1. The Royal Armouries, Roundhay Park & Tropical World, Leeds:
- Start your day in Leeds with a visit to the Royal Armouries, a fascinating museum housing over 8,500 historical artifacts. Explore themed galleries showcasing English and foreign armor from various centuries, including rare elephant armor from India. Afterward, head to Kirkstall Abbey, one of England's best-preserved medieval abbeys. Enjoy live performances within the abbey ruins during the summer months. For a relaxing stroll, visit Roundhay Park, a vast green space with lakes, walking paths, and playgrounds. Don't miss Tropical World, an indoor zoo within the park, featuring a variety of animals, birds, insects, and plants.

2. Day Out in Wakefield:
- Explore Wakefield, a historic city with a rich industrial past. Visit the Wakefield Cathedral, an impressive Gothic structure, and discover local history at the Wakefield Museum. Take a leisurely walk along the River Calder or explore the nearby Sandal Castle, a medieval ruin with panoramic views.

3. Saltaire & The Bradford Industrial Museum, Bradford:
- Head to Bradford and explore Saltaire, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This model village was built by Sir Titus Salt in the 19th century for his mill workers. Visit Salts Mill, now an art gallery and shopping complex, and admire the Victorian architecture. Then, discover the Bradford Industrial Museum, housed in a former textile mill. Learn about Bradford's industrial heritage, including weaving, printing, and engineering.

4. Bronte Parsonage Museum, Haworth:
- Delve into literary history in Haworth, home to the famous Bronte sisters. Visit the Bronte Parsonage Museum, where Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Bronte lived and wrote their iconic novels. Explore the rooms, personal belongings, and manuscripts. Take a walk on the nearby moors that inspired their literary works.

5. Ilkley Moor & Cow and Calf Rocks:
- For outdoor enthusiasts, head to Ilkley Moor. Enjoy scenic walks, spot wildlife, and marvel at the unique rock formations known as the Cow and Calf Rocks. The panoramic views of the surrounding countryside are breathtaking.

6. National Coal Mining Museum, Wakefield:
- Discover the region's coal mining history at the National Coal Mining Museum near Wakefield. Take an underground tour to experience the life of a miner and learn about the industry's impact on West Yorkshire.

7. Fairburn Ings RSPB Reserve:
- Nature lovers should visit the Fairburn Ings RSPB Reserve. Explore wetlands, woodlands, and lakes, and observe a variety of bird species. The reserve offers marked trails and hides for birdwatching.

Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Whether you're interested in culture, nature, or history, West Yorkshire promises an enriching and memorable day out!