Illustrated scene of Bleak Hey Nook, Greater Manchester

What's on in Bleak Hey Nook

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Bleak Hey Nook.

Editorial picks

Families this weekendPlans the kids will actually like Free this weekendCracking local plans for free Rainy-day picksCosy plans for when it turns

Don't miss the next one

One email a week with the local stuff worth knowing — before it's already happened.

Free. Unsubscribe whenever you like.

Community

Citizens Advice at Crompton Library

Citizens advice are now offering a drop in session at Crompton library. These sessions are on a first come first served basis.

Wed 22 Jul10:30Crompton Library(4.1mi)

via Crompton Library

Likely freeChildren & Family

Family Crafts at Crompton Library

Join us for a family craft session at Crompton Library. No need to book.

Wed 22 Jul11:30Crompton Library(4.1mi)

via Crompton Library

Likely freeCommunity

Bounce and rhyme

Join us at our weekly bounce and rhyme event. Learn new rhymes, sing songs and make friends. Perfect for the 0-4’s. Free

Wed 22 Jul15:00Lees Library(4.4mi)

via Lees Library

Religion & Spirituality

Wednesday Worship

A family friendly service of the word where many of our young families join us for prayer and worship.

Wed 22 Jul19:00St Thomas' Church(3.5mi)

via St Thomas' ChurchLocal gem

Community

Life Groups

Life Groups at Hope Church. Consider this your nudge. The organiser's site is your next stop for the details.

Wed 22 Jul19:30Hope Church(4mi)

via Hope ChurchCurated

Community

Top of the Wold – The Rowbarge

Tour Champion: In memory of our wonderful friend, Margaret Davison Show Champion: Fiona Hope & Mike Fellows and Jon & Sue Kerridge No tickets required, a pay what you feel collection will be taken after the show.

Wed 22 Jul20:00Mikron Theatre Company(3.1mi)

via Mikron Theatre Company

Community

Coffee morning

Found this on Hope Church's radar. Coffee morning — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Thu 23 Jul10:00Hope Church(4mi)

via Hope ChurchCurated

Theatre

440 Theatre Presents Romeo and Juliet

With their first ever full-length production, this unique interpretation turns Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy into an outrageous, fall-on-the-floor comedy! Four Forty breathe new life into the feuding families of Verona and their star-crossed lovers, revealing unexpected laughter and joy in the familiar tale. Rediscover Romeo and Julietas a vibrant, comical, and thoroughly anarchic experience. A must-see...

Fri 24 JulMarsden Mechanics(3.1mi)

via Marsden MechanicsLocal gem

Community

Wensleydale Whey – Goring Lock

Show Champion: Pauline Curtis No tickets required, a pay what you feel collection will be taken after the show.

Fri 24 Jul20:00Mikron Theatre Company(3.1mi)

via Mikron Theatre Company

Community

What's Going On

Big frothy pints, wines, cocktails. Great street food every Friday to Sunday plus bank holiday Mondays. Excellent local coffee, pies and cakes. Regular art, film and music events. Dogs welcome on leads. Kids until 7pm.

Fri 24 Jul20:00Zapato Brewing(4.3mi)

via Zapato BrewingLocal gem

Festivals & EventsLive Music

Onwards Festival presents: PLANTFOOD

Plantfood are the first act to be revealed for Onwards Festival 2026 and you can buy tickets now! Based in Leeds, Plantfood are a six-piece collective, drawing from jazz, electronic music, punk and club culture, creating immersive, high-energy performances that move between intense rhythmic sections and more spacious, reflective moments. Rooted in the UK jazz...

Sat 25 JulMarsden Mechanics(3.1mi)

via Marsden MechanicsLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Tough Mudder – Yorkshire 15K – Saturday

The ultimate obstacle course challenge now has 20+ obstacles over a 15 Kilometre run.

Sat 25 JulMelanoma Uk Incorporating Factor 50(4.1mi)

via Melanoma Uk Incorporating Factor 50

Community

Top of the Wold – Wallingford Garden – No 1, High Street

No tickets required, a pay what you feel collection will be taken after the show.

Sat 25 Jul13:00Mikron Theatre Company(3.1mi)

via Mikron Theatre Company

Sports & Fitness

Tough Mudder – Yorkshire 5K – Saturday

The ultimate obstacle course challenge now has 12+ obstacles over a 5 Kilometre run.

Sat 25 Jul13:00Melanoma Uk Incorporating Factor 50(4.1mi)

via Melanoma Uk Incorporating Factor 50

Community

Outreach Event

Outreach Event is happening at Hope Church. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Sat 25 Jul13:30Hope Church(4mi)

via Hope ChurchCurated

Community

Top of the Wold – Goring Lock

Show Champion: Pauline Curtis No tickets required, a pay what you feel collection will be taken after the show.

Sat 25 Jul20:00Mikron Theatre Company(3.1mi)

via Mikron Theatre Company

Community

Holmfirth Artweek Fringe: Summer Showcase

Artists from Globe Arts and Enjoy Art come together for this exhibition, bringing a wide range of styles, materials, and approaches. The former United Church provides a welcoming and light-filled setting for the exhibition. Located in the heart of t

Sun 26 JulGlobe Arts Studio(4.3mi)

via Globe Arts StudioLocal gem

See what else is on

Event details on Near Here are aggregated from third-party sources and may change. Always verify times, location, availability, and any price directly with the organiser before travelling. See Terms.

More about Bleak Hey Nook

Greater Manchester, England

Bleak Hey Nook is part of Greater Manchester, with everyday links to nearby towns and city districts. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Bleak Hey Nook events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

Loading map…

Enjoyed the look of Bleak Hey Nook?

Know someone who'd fancy a night out round here? Give them a nudge.

What's on in Bleak Hey Nook