Events

Edinburgh Fringe Preview Comedy Night

Edinburgh Fringe Preview Comedy Night

The Boo's Comedy Night is back for the Waterfoot Wakes and we have two fantastic Edinburgh preview shows, catch brand new material from Nick Doody as he previews "I Will Milk You" follow on from his 2018 show using audience reviews: 'He milked me.…

Kae Kurd: What's O'Kurd

Kae Kurd: What's O'Kurd

Stand up sensation and social media star Kae Kurd returns with his highly anticipated brand new tour, What's O'Kurd.

Rat Pack Live

Rat Pack Live

They were the definition of cool during their fifties and sixties Vegas heyday, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jnr.

Calling Planet Earth

Calling Planet Earth

New Romantic - Synth Pop - New WaveRecreating the electrifying 80s taking you on a musical memory right back to the nightclub dance floor!Relive, sing, dance and party to many of the best 80s songs ever from artists such as Duran Duran, Spandau…

Gary Meikle: Neurospicy

Gary Meikle: Neurospicy

A first hand insight from delusional eyes to what goes on in Gary's ever expanding mind.

Hayley Ellis: Silly Mare

Hayley Ellis: Silly Mare

Like all women, who literally just celebrated their 35th birthday five years ago, Hayley Ellis is obsessed with true crime.

Ireland The Show

Ireland The Show

If it's all things Irish you like, then this is the one stop show for you that's guaranteed to take you to Ireland and back in one night.

Opening the Doors to 17th century embroidered caskets and cabinets.

Opening the Doors to 17th century embroidered caskets and cabinets.

A talk exploring embroidered cabinets and caskets of the early 1600s by Dr Isabella Rosner, curator of Royal School of Needlework.We are delighted to welcome Dr Isabella Rosner curator of the Royal School of Needlework to Gawthorpe Hall to share…

The Great Victorian Ghost Hunt

The Great Victorian Ghost Hunt

For the first time in history, Samlesbury Hall is inviting the public to take part in a unique ghost hunting adventure like no other.

2025 iMEP Music Festival

2025 iMEP Music Festival

International stars including Clean Bandit, Marvin Humes, Sam Ryder, B*witched and Chesney Hawkes will all perform as part of an incredible line-up at the iMEP Music Festival, which returns to Lancashire this September.The two-day festival,…

150 Years of Sound and Splendour

150 Years of Sound and Splendour

Experience a vibrant journey through 150 years of magnificent music with Orchestra dell'Arte, live at The Atkinson.

Bluey and Bingo at East Lancashire Railway

Bluey and Bingo at East Lancashire Railway

Wackadoo!  The excitable sisters from Down Under are visiting.

Encounter Festival 2025

Encounter Festival 2025

This year the Encounter Festival gives you free outdoor theatre shows, games, and live music.

Heritage Open Day: Gawthorpe Hall opening the door

Heritage Open Day: Gawthorpe Hall opening the door

Enjoy exploring inside the stunning Gawthorpe Hall, open for free as part of national Heritage Open Days.

Riddle at Casino Royale: Murder Mystery at Mytton Fold Hotel

Riddle at Casino Royale: Murder Mystery at Mytton Fold Hotel

It's time to be both shaken and stirred as you join the agents from the international secret service at the Casino Royale.

Working Engines Gala Sunday at West Lancashire Light Railway

Working Engines Gala Sunday at West Lancashire Light Railway

The big parade of the little engines.

Wishbone Ash

Wishbone Ash

Experience the remarkable musicianship of the legendary band whose iconic twin-guitar sound inspired so many that followed.Wishbone Ash return to the UK with a show featuring much-loved classics from their multi-million selling albums such as The…

Black Tie Ball

Black Tie Ball

It’s the glitziest night of the year, and everyone wants to be there, from the great to the good. 

Stewart Copeland: Have I Said Too Much

Stewart Copeland: Have I Said Too Much

​​​​​​​In this fascinating 'Evening With', Stewart will talk about his incredible life as a performer, musician, entertainer, and writer.

The life & work of Stanley Jeeves

The life & work of Stanley Jeeves

'The Life & Work of Stanley Jeeves' will be presented by his daughter Susan Jeeves, a very special presentation in the very room that bears his name at Samlesbury Hall.

Pirates Love Underpants

Pirates Love Underpants

Based on the beloved book by Claire Freedman and Ben Cort.These pirates SO love underpants!Join our swashbuckling party of pirates on their quest to find the fabled Pants of Gold for the Captain's Treasure chest!Dodge hungry crocs beneath…

Night of Champions: The Best of British Boxing

Night of Champions: The Best of British Boxing

A truly unique event.  Four British legends of boxing get together for one special show.  Boxing's biggest superstars coming to the brand new Viva Arena stage.

Nightmare on Elm Street

Nightmare on Elm Street

In Wes Craven's classic slasher film, several Midwestern teenagers fall prey to Freddy Krueger (Robert Englund), a disfigured midnight mangler who preys on the teenagers in their dreams -- which, in turn, kills them in reality. After investigating…

Nikita Kuzmin - Midnight Dancer

Nikita Kuzmin - Midnight Dancer

Rising Star of Strictly Come Dancing and Celebrity Big Brother Nikita Kuzmin brings his brand-new show, Midnight Dancer to the stage on his first ever solo UK and Ireland Tour.Nikita is joined by a sharp and chic cast of talented dancers and…

Nikki & JD: Knot

Nikki & JD: Knot

Physically exhilarating and touchingly poignant, Knot is the internationally acclaimed circus and dance work by Nikki Rummer and JD Broussé.

Nikki Rummer: Unbroken

Nikki Rummer: Unbroken

You may remember Nikki Rummer from the popular award winning theatre and circus show, Knot performed here at the Nuffield Theatre in 2019. Unbroken is Nikki's debut solo performance.

Nile Rodgers & CHIC

Nile Rodgers & CHIC

Nile Rodgers is a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee and a multiple Grammy Award-winning songwriter, composer, producer, arranger, and guitarist.

Nina Gilligan

Nina Gilligan

Join multi award winner Nina Gilligan for her hilarious hour of stand up 'Goldfish'. Memory loss, health anxiety, goldfish related trauma. Things you need to remember and the thing you can't forget. Rolling stones must see show 2024 "phenomenal…

Nine Below Zero and Dr Feelgood

Nine Below Zero and Dr Feelgood

Two of the finest UK Rhythm 'n' Blues bands on one incredible bill.Nine Below Zero released their classic debut LP 'Live at the Marquee' in 1980, the band kept the momentum going with 'Don't Point Your Finger' in 1981 before releasing their third…

No Time To Die (12A) – Lowther Drive In Cinema

No Time To Die (12A) – Lowther Drive In Cinema

James Bond is enjoying a tranquil life in Jamaica after leaving active service. However, his peace is short-lived as his old CIA friend, Felix Leiter, shows up and asks for help. The mission to rescue a kidnapped scientist turns out to be far more…