1Free! (worth double-checking)I Can Play! Showcase
at York Early Music Foundation
Saturday 11 July 9.45am – 11.45am
24.8 milesSat 11 Jul10:45
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Free Things This Weekend
Good local plans needn't cost the earth. This page keeps an eye on the stronger free events nearby, so you can skip the faff and get straight to the promising stuff.
11–12 July Near Brantingham Thorpe
Not every listing gets a golden ticket
We don't just scoop up anything with a £0 next to it. These picks still need to be nearby, useful, and properly explained, because 'free' is lovely but 'free and baffling' is less of a selling point.
Happening Saturday 11 July to Sunday 12 July.
Picked for Brantingham Thorpe, 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 Brantingham Thorpe
1Free! (worth double-checking)
2Free! (worth double-checking)John Wilson and Sinfonia of London: An English Summer
24.8 milesSun 12 Jul
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3Free! (worth double-checking)DAY PARTY
Get ready for the ultimate weekend party at Popworld Sheffield! Saturdays just got a whole lot better with non-stop tunes, unbeatable deals, and all the pop anthems you can handle. Come down early and score big: Arrive before 9 PM to grab your exclusive FREE ENTRY wristband! The best part? Your wristband guarantees you free entry for the entire night, so you can come and go or stay and slay on the dancefloor without paying a penny at the door. Here's what else we lined up for you: Massive Drink Deals: Enjoy a whopping 50% OFF DRINKS from 4 PM all the way to 10 PM! Yes, that includes our fabulous cocktails and legendary Partinis. Non-Stop PARTY: Our DJs are hitting play and spinning the biggest pop hits all day and night to keep the vibes high. Grab your mates, get in early, claim your wristbands and let's make it a Saturday to remember!
45.1 milesSat 11 Jul
4Free! (worth double-checking)Barnsley’s Big Weekend
GET READY FOR BARNSLEY’S BIG WEEKEND 2026 Barnsley’s Big Weekend returns to the town centre on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 July with an exciting, packed line-up of entertainment. Enjoy the return of the popular Brassed On! Festival and the What’s Your Move family sports day. There’s something for everyone over the two days with […]
39.7 milesSat 11 Jul
5Free! (worth double-checking)Barnsley’s Big Weekend
GET READY FOR BARNSLEY’S BIG WEEKEND 2026 Barnsley’s Big Weekend returns to the town centre on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 July with an exciting, packed line-up of entertainment. Enjoy the return of the popular Brassed On! Festival and the What’s Your Move family sports day. There’s something for everyone over the two days with […]
39.7 milesSat 11 Jul12:00
6Free! (worth double-checking)England V’s Norway – Big Screen – Free Entry - Nightrain
at Nightrain
England are through to the Quarter Finals! Watch England vs Norway LIVE on Nightrain's huge big screen as England battle for a place in the Semi-Finals. There's nothing quite like watching a massive tournament game surrounded by fellow England fans, with a great atmosphere, cold drinks and the match on the big screen.
48.4 milesSat 11 Jul21:00
7Free! (worth double-checking)Champagne Festival at the Talbot Hotel
Sip, relax, indulge: Experience a touch of luxury at our Champagne Festival Enjoy Taittinger Champagne and elegant summer drinks in a stunning garden setting Saturday 11th July. FREE ENTRY Location : The Talbot Hotel, Yorkersgate, Malton YO17 7AG.
28 milesSat 11 Jul
8Free! (worth double-checking)90 Years of Bomber Command Summer Trail
Celebrate 90 years of Bomber Command with our free summer trail! Explore the site to find hidden crew members, uncover fascinating facts about their wartime roles, and learn how every job — from navigator to wireless operator — played a vital part in each mission.
37.3 milesSat 11 Jul
9Free! (worth double-checking)Family Workshop: Clay Studio
Explore textures and shapes in Hepworth's artworks and make your own clay sculpture to take home. Suitable for families with children aged 2-12. FREE with an exhibition ticket.
42.1 milesSun 12 Jul
10Free! (worth double-checking)Sheffield's Big Events and Festivals 2026
2026 promises another huge line-up of exciting events and festivals happening across Sheffield, from large music festivals and international sporting events to outdoor markets and lots of family fun. Get planning your adventures in Sheffield with our event guide.
45 milesSat 11 Jul
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