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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend

11–12 July Near Swinklebank

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 Swinklebank, 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 Swinklebank

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Sunday@4

at St Peter's Church

Monthly 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

19.4 milesSun 12 Jul17:00
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Bowes Book Club6

Bowes Book Club

at 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

35.4 milesSun 12 Jul£10.
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Karaoke with DJ Nathan7

Karaoke with DJ Nathan

at Popworld - Blackpool

SATURDAYS 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.

43.6 milesSat 11 Jul
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2 Day Dress Making Course for Beginners & Improvers with Andrew8

2 Day Dress Making Course for Beginners & Improvers with Andrew

at Creative Thread Studio

Join 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!

36.6 milesSat 11 JulVaries
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Workshops & Classes
Children's Theatre Workshop:4-6 yrs9

Children's Theatre Workshop:4-6 yrs

at 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…

41.6 milesSat 11 Jul£6
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Lowther Youth Theatre: Juniors (6-10 years)10

Lowther Youth Theatre: Juniors (6-10 years)

at 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…

41.6 milesSat 11 Jul£6
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