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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.
1at Rheged Centre Filling Station
Come join us for a fabulous 4-hour workshop celebrating our fabulous feathered friends, whilst exploring the wonderful heritage craft of stained glass with a contemporary...
2at Rheged Centre Filling Station
Widely considered Britain’s most popular artist, David Hockney is a global sensation with exhibitions in London, New York, Paris and beyond, attracting millions of visitors...
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3Monthly family friendly services rotating between St John the Baptist Tunstall, St Peter's Leck and St Wilfrid's Melling. Either a short 30-minute service or a Messy Church with crafts both finishing with refreshments. Please see The Bell for more information or contact Rev Jane Lee
4at The Royalty
FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 FREE ENTRY – Just reserve your ticket!! 18+ Live on our large cinema screen: ENGLAND V...
5at Bowes Museum
Embrace curiosity and join the conversation as we explore stories that celebrate the arts, culture and creativity. Each session will showcase a hand-picked selection of objects from the collection and encourage lively discussion. Whether you’re a seasoned reader, a museum enthusiast, or looking for a new experience in an inspiring space, dive into a range of fiction, non-fiction, historical and modern explorations of change, style and empowerment through a range of perspectives. Please note: books will not be provided, so please ensure you can get one before the session. Suitable for ages 18+. £10. Booking recommended. Ticket price includes free tea or coffee. Sunday 12 July: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid Please contact the learning team at if you have access requirements, so the session can be adapted to suit your needs. To reserve your place click ‘book tickets’ and select the ticket that suits you. We’ll confirm your membership when you arrive, or you can pay for a day ticket/ join as a member on the day. BOOK TICKETS
6SATURDAYS JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT LOUDER From 5PM–9PM, it’s karaoke chaos with DJ Nathan! Singalong anthems, dancefloor bangers, and the kind of energy that turns “just one drink” into losing your voice by midnight. Whether you’re a shower singer, karaoke king, hen party menace, stag-do superstar, or just here for the cocktails and questionable dance moves, this one’s for you. Karaoke with DJ Nathan 2 FOR 1 Cocktails Big tunes, big laughs, messy vibes Perfect for birthdays, stags, hens & weekend chaos Bring your mates, warm up those vocal cords, and prepare to absolutely butcher your favourite songs with confidence. Early doors. Late regrets. Saturday sorted.
7Join Andrew for 2 days of Dress Making creative the super stylish and versatile ‘Stevie’ from Tilly & The buttons! Choose whether you make the top or the dress with a loop and button or tie fastening, Andrew will also help with creating longer sleeves should you wish to! The perfect piece for your summer wardrobe – or layer up with tights & long sleeve T-shirt for the winter months too!
8at St Anne's, Catterick Village
Worship@10 takes place on the second Sunday of each month at Holy Trinity Church, Tunstall. The service includes singing, prayer, scripture, reflection and Holy Communion. It uses Church of England liturgy. Children and young people are very welcome. Sometimes there may be refreshments after the service - depending of availablity of volunteers.
9at Lowther Pavillion Lytham St Annes
Step into a world of imagination, adventure, and creativity! At our Children’s Theatre Workshop, we dress up, dream big, share ideas and bring brand-new characters and stories to life. Through creative play and high-energy drama games, young people build confidence, teamwork, and performance skills — all while having enormous fun. We love to share what…
10at Lowther Pavillion Lytham St Annes
Each week during term time, our youth theatre groups meet up to learn and develop theatre skills, build confidence and make new friends. There are no auditions. We welcome everyone regardless of experience or ability. JUNIOR YOUTH THEATRE AGES 6 – 10 SATURDAYS | 9.30AM – 11AM Creative, fun sessions where we make friends, build…
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