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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 Broadstreet Green

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 Broadstreet Green, 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 Broadstreet Green

community1Free! (worth double-checking)

Kamado Joe BBQ Demo

at Polhill Garden Centre

Catch our in-house BBQ expert Dave live at our free BBQ demo! Expect expert advice, tasty samples and a cracking atmosphere. Date: Saturday 11th July 2026 Time: 11.00am-3.00pm Location: Polhill BBQ Showroom Cost: Free to Attend Follow Us

4.9 milesSat 11 Jul12:00
Local gemSee the details→
Community

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Brunch Church3Free! (worth double-checking)

Brunch Church

at Amott Road Baptist Church

Time to connect with friends old and new, eat together and discuss something from the Bible. Please feel free to bring something to add to the table if you would like to. Everyone warmly welcome, come as you are!

8.6 milesSun 12 Jul11:30
Local gemSee the details→
Community
Stand Up To Racism All Day Fundraiser10Free! (worth double-checking)

Stand Up To Racism All Day Fundraiser

at The White Lion

Soul Music Against Fascism And Racism (S.M.A.R.F) presents an all day party as musicians and DJs unite against a rising tide of Racism, hate and prejudice, raising money for Stand Up To Racism. With 2 rooms of incredible music from a truly epic line up of DJs this is not one to be missed! Make sure to arrive early and check out the Black Cultural Market from 1pm to 5pm where you can pick up a vibrant selection of ornaments, clothes, accessories and more, created by local artisans! Lisa’s Kitchen will be on hand serving their beautiful menu of home cooked Caribbean cuisine! Entry is Free with optional donations to Stand Up To Racism 10% of All Bar Spend goes to the cause.

9.2 milesSun 12 Jul
CuratedSee the details→
Comedy

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