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CommunityFood & Drink

Coffee morning

Hope Church has got Coffee morning pencilled in. We've got the date — they've got the detail. Between us, you're sorted.

Thu 23 Jul10:00Hope Church(4.1mi)

via Hope ChurchCurated

Community

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.

Thu 23 Jul11:00Crompton Library(4.2mi)

via Crompton Library

Community

Gabriel's Guys

This is a fun, social event offering men the opportunity to chat and make friends, share concerns, learn new skills, be more active and gain confidence. Lots of different activities available. Every Thursday 11am - 3pm. For more information and to book a place - places are limited, so please book in advance!

Thu 23 Jul11:00St Michael's Church(4.8mi)

via St Michael's ChurchCurated

Cinema

Buzz by Colour the Clouds

Buzz is an interactive show for all ages Betty is a beekeeper-in-training and is very excited to get started… but her bees have all disappeared! With a little help from the audience, Betty discovers the importance of Bees and her own role in the wonderful biodiversity of the world around her. Can she find her bees and save her new job, all in one day? Buzz is an interactive show for all ages, showing that with kindness, friendship and perseverance, they can make a real difference to the natural world around them. One ticket per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Part of our Summer Reading Challenge Programme

Thu 23 Jul11:30Lees Library(3.8mi)

via Lees Library

Likely freeChildren & Family

Stay & play at Northmoor Library

Parents, carers and children under 5 are invited tojoin us for a free play session (term-time only)

Thu 23 Jul15:30St. Volodymyr the Great Ukrainian Orthodox Church Oldham(4.7mi)

via St. Volodymyr the Great Ukrainian Orthodox Church Oldham

Likely freeCommunity

Drop-in support at Northmoor Library

Come along to our Oldham Council Drop‑insessions. Whether you’ve got questions, needadvice, food support, pointing in the rightdirection, or want to connect with your local team,we’re here for you. Every fortnight.

Thu 23 Jul15:30St. Volodymyr the Great Ukrainian Orthodox Church Oldham(4.7mi)

via St. Volodymyr the Great Ukrainian Orthodox Church Oldham

Cinema

Buzz by Colour the Clouds

Join us for this fun, interactive performance Betty is a beekeeper-in-training and is very excited to get started… but her bees have all disappeared! With a little help from the audience, Betty discovers the importance of Bees and her own role in the wonderful biodiversity of the world around her. Can she find her bees and save her new job, all in one day? Buzz is an interactive show for all ages, showing that with kindness, friendship and perseverance, they can make a real difference to the natural world around them. One ticket per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Part of our Summer Reading Challenge Programme

Thu 23 Jul15:30St. Volodymyr the Great Ukrainian Orthodox Church Oldham(4.7mi)

via St. Volodymyr the Great Ukrainian Orthodox Church Oldham

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(3.6mi)

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(3.6mi)

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(4.8mi)

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(3.6mi)

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(3.6mi)

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(4.1mi)

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(3.6mi)

via Mikron Theatre Company

Likely freeArts & Culture

The Crafting Live Show 2026 (Doncaster Racecourse, Exhibition Hall, Leger Way, Doncaster, DN2 6BB)

Event Date: 11 July 2026 - 12 July 2026

Sun 26 JulSaeed Ahmed(4.5mi)

via Saeed AhmedLocal gem

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Greater Manchester, England

Diggle 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 Diggle 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.

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