Events

Elvis Up Close and Personal

Elvis Up Close and Personal

Lee Newsome has been performing his tribute to the king for four years and he currently tours the UK's theatres and clubs.

Downham Hall Open Gardens

Downham Hall Open Gardens

Downham Hall's annual charity open garden invites visitors to explore the rose, kitchen and cutting gardens, formal beds and herbaceous borders.

Motorcycle Hill Climb at Leighton Hall

Motorcycle Hill Climb at Leighton Hall

Enjoy an exhilarating day of motorcycle racing, as speed demons take on the 268 metre hill sprint up Leighton's drive.

Language, Speech, and AI: A Forensics Summer School

Language, Speech, and AI: A Forensics Summer School

In 2024, the Global Chief Financial Officer of engineering giant Arup instructed a Hong Kong employee to join a video call. During this call, the CFO and other executives known to the employee ordered a series of bank transfers totalling £20m. The…

The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

​​​​​​​Step through the wardrobe into the magic kingdom of Narnia where a world of wonder awaits.  

Flowers and Friendship Bracelets

Flowers and Friendship Bracelets

The ultimate pop concert.

Nestival at Brindle Distillery

Nestival at Brindle Distillery

Join the summer Nestival.

80s & 90s Bottomless Brunch

80s & 90s Bottomless Brunch

Sing, drink, eat and dance along to sounds of the 80s and 90s, with incredible performers. 

Day Out with Thomas at East Lancashire Railway

Day Out with Thomas at East Lancashire Railway

It’s all aboard the famous blue steam train for a magical ride on Thomas the Tank Engine.

Much Ado About Nothing at Hoghton Tower

Much Ado About Nothing at Hoghton Tower

In usual HandleBards style, expect riotous amounts of energy, a fair old whack of chaos, and a great deal of laughter.

Summer Gala at West Lancashire Light Railway

Summer Gala at West Lancashire Light Railway

A two-day summer steam gala, bringing all your favourite attractions into one event.

Taylormania

Taylormania

Taylormania is coming to a Blackpool in 2025.

Dan Merriman Collaboration at Aven Restaurant

Dan Merriman Collaboration at Aven Restaurant

A unique opportunity to experience Merriman's culinary artistry in the intimate setting of Aven, renowned for its seasonal and ingredient-led dishes.

Discover hand spinning and weaving at Gawthorpe Hall

Discover hand spinning and weaving at Gawthorpe Hall

Meet the expert crafters Cate and Janet to discover how to spin wool and weave thread, you can even get hands on and have a go at it yourself. 

Seven Wonders of Fleetwood Mac

Seven Wonders of Fleetwood Mac

​​​​​​​Be prepared to sing and dance the night away to classics including Go Your Own Way, Don't Stop, The Chain, Everywhere, Rhiannon, Dreams, Little Lies, Oh Well, Edge of Seventeen and many more.

Blackburn Gigs: Art on Sax

Blackburn Gigs: Art on Sax

Arthur will be performing a range of modern chilled house music to bring Ibiza vibes to Turtle Bay for the evening. 

Blackburn Gigs: Canter Semper + Katie Nicholas + Arisha

Blackburn Gigs: Canter Semper + Katie Nicholas + Arisha

Experience an enchanting evening at The Bureau, Exchange Street, Blackburn, featuring a rich blend of jazz, soul, and folk. 

Blackburn Gigs: Eleni and Myles Duo

Blackburn Gigs: Eleni and Myles Duo

Soulful vocalist Eleni is joined by virtuoso guitarist Myles to provide a stunning backdrop to dinner, with repertoire spanning the ages and incorporating soul, jazz and folk.

Blackburn Gigs: Grete & Charlie

Blackburn Gigs: Grete & Charlie

Since stating at the Northern College of Music together in 2020, they have been developing and refining their skills as performers to the point where they now have a professional roster of material.

Blackburn Gigs: In Bloom

Blackburn Gigs: In Bloom

In Bloom is a pop duo featuring Lancashire-based Jonathan. 

Blackburn Gigs: Isabella Baker

Blackburn Gigs: Isabella Baker

A sought-after violinist based in Lancashire, Isabella has worked with top producers and artists around the world, with her string arrangements played on international television and radio.

Blackburn Gigs: Isabella Baker

Blackburn Gigs: Isabella Baker

A sought-after violinist based in Lancashire, Isabella has worked with top producers and artists around the world, with her string arrangements played on international television and radio. 

Blackburn Gigs: Jack Watkins + Jacob Reddy + John Witherspoon

Blackburn Gigs: Jack Watkins + Jacob Reddy + John Witherspoon

Experience an enchanting evening at The Bureau, Exchange Street, Blackburn, featuring a rich blend of glorious pop melodies meddled with electronica and folk. 

Blackburn Gigs: John Witherspoon

Blackburn Gigs: John Witherspoon

John Witherspoon is a singer/song writer chiefly inspired by icons Dylan, Paul Simon and The Beatles.

Blackburn Gigs: Lydia Reddy

Blackburn Gigs: Lydia Reddy

Already well established at local gigs and festivals, Lydia's unique velvety vocals move from ballads by artists such as Adele, Coldplay and Bruno Mars to rock anthems from acts such as Bon Jovi and Green Day.  

Blackburn Gigs: Marc Rooney

Blackburn Gigs: Marc Rooney

Marc Rooney is a Glaswegian singer/song writer and front man of four-piece indie outfit Frank So, performing upbeat and characterful acoustic covers in his signature fashion.

Blackburn Gigs: Marc Rooney

Blackburn Gigs: Marc Rooney

Marc Rooney is a Glaswegian singer/songwriter and front man of four-piece indie outfit Frank So, performing upbeat and characterful acoustic covers in his signature fashion.

Blackburn Gigs: Sara Leanne

Blackburn Gigs: Sara Leanne

Sara Leanne is a professional singer and pianist, based in Manchester, specialising in jazz, soul, R&B and contemporary folk mu

Blackburn Gigs: Scott Robertson

Blackburn Gigs: Scott Robertson

Robbie is a brilliant young Romantic/Classical/Spanish guitarist.  He is also a seasoned performer with hundreds of hours of professional playing to his name, all over the UK.

Blackburn People’s Choir at The Firepit Tipis

Blackburn People’s Choir at The Firepit Tipis

Blackburn People's Choir will be performing at Blackburn’s very own winter wonderland – The Firepit Tipis in Cathedral Square 3.30pm - 4.10pmKeep an eye on The Firepit – Blackburn’s Facebook for more details.No need to book!