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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend

When the forecast has gone properly sideways, this page looks for nearby plans that are more roof-and-radiator than field-and-regret. It is our best rainy-day guess, so still check the organiser's details before you set off.

11–12 July Near South Bank

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 South Bank, 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 South Bank

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

9.1 milesSun 12 Jul

Local gemSee the details→

Food & Drink

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 milesSun 12 Jul£15

Local gemSee the details→

Live Music