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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend

11–12 July Near Cooksongreen

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.

Happening Saturday 11 July to Sunday 12 July.
Picked for Cooksongreen, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

Our 10 picks near Cooksongreen

Wine, Olive Oil & Coffee Tasting Experience1

Wine, Olive Oil & Coffee Tasting Experience

at Duda Coffee Roasters

Join us for A Journey of Taste – Pressed, Poured and Brewed at The Roastery!Step into an immersive tasting experience featuring world-class wines, exceptional olive oils, and of course, speciality coffee - designed for true food lovers, gastronomes, and curious palates. Journey through flavour, craftsmanship, and stor

7.5 milesSun 12 Jul
Local gemSee the details
Food & Drink
Chester Big Band2

Chester Big Band

at Modelski Music

From a 12-piece outfit crafting their early sound in a scout hut to a 35-strong BIG band gracing the stages of our region’s finest venues, Chester Big Band’s rise to the forefront of the local live music scene has been an incredible journey.

6.8 milesSun 12 Jul£15
Local gemSee the details
Live Music

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Karaoke Bottomless Brunch8

Karaoke Bottomless Brunch

at Rosies - Chester

Join us at Rosie's Chester in Chester for our weekly Bottomless Brunch with Karaoke event! Every Saturday starting at 4pm, kick off your night out with unlimited drinks, pizza, and singing fun! What's included: 90 minutes of bottomless drinks Unlimited hot pizza Karaoke until 8pm Entry to the rest of the venue after brunch Your 90-minute session starts when you arrive between 4pm-6:30pm. Be sure to get there before 6:30pm to enjoy all the perks! After brunch, enjoy 50% off everything until 10pm. Karaoke is open to all from 4pm-8pm. Book now to secure your spot—limited availability! Contact us via email for more info. Let's make your Saturday unforgettable!

11.5 milesSat 11 Jul
Local gemSee the details
Food & DrinkLive Music
Twisted Disko9Free! (worth double-checking)

Twisted Disko

at Rosies - Chester

SATURDAY NIGHTS AT ROSIES CHESTER – THE BIGGEST NIGHT OUT IN THE CITY Your weekend starts and ends at Rosies Chester – the only nightclub in the city and the ultimate destination for a full-on Saturday night experience. From 4pm–4am, we’ve got everything you need for a massive night out under one roof. Karaoke in Popworld from 4pm Kick things off early with FREE entry and half price drinks before 10pm! Warm up your vocals, grab the mic, and belt out the biggest pop and party anthems. FOUR ROOMS. FOUR VIBES. ONE HUGE NIGHT. Popworld – The home of pop, party and cheese classics Dao – Chart-toppers and the biggest commercial anthems Zinc – Urban, R&B and the hottest club tracks The Pit – Rock, metal and indie bangers all night long With something for every music taste and every kind of night out, Rosies is Chester’s number one Saturday destination — the place where the city comes to party. Gather the squad, choose your vibe, and we’ll see you on the dancefloor.

11.5 milesSat 11 Jul
Local gemSee the details
Community
community10

Storytelling service - 2nd and 4th Sunday each month

at St Mary's Church

A relaxed and family friendly service for parents with young children. Based on Godly Play, the service begins with a song in the chancel before one of the children leads us through to our 'special place' for a story (told using wooden figures and simple scenery). The story is followed by a short time for prayer and then 'the feast' which comprises a biscuit and drink for the children. We then go back to the chancel for two more songs (usually noisy with instruments), after which the children have themed craft in our newly restored meeting area. There is a chair lift available for wheelchair users. Adults have tea, coffee and biscuits while their children engage in craft activities craft, although we encourage them to get stuck in as well.

12.1 milesSun 12 Jul10:30
Local gemSee the details
Community

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