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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend

11–12 July Near Holt

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 Holt, 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 Holt

Through The Decades1

Through The Decades

at The Whitty Theatre

From tiny twirls to show-stopping moves, our “Through the Decades” dance spectacular takes you on a joyful journey through the music and magic of the years! Featuring our amazing dancers aged just 2.5 to 14, this unforgettable show celebrates iconic songs, energetic routines, and the confidence, creativity, and passion of every child on stage

9.2 milesSun 12 Jul
Local gemSee the details
Community
dance2

NC Dance

at The Whitty Theatre

Through The Decades Sun 12 July 1pm & 5pm From tiny twirls to show-stopping moves, our “Through the Decades” dance spectacular takes you on a joyful journey through the music and magic of the years! Featuring our amazing dancers aged just 2.5 to 14, this unforgettable show celebrates iconic songs, energetic routines, and the confidence, creativity, and passion of every child on stage Tickets | View Poster BOOK HERE

9.2 milesSun 12 Jul
Local gemSee the details
Dance

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Crafty Church - July 20265

Crafty Church - July 2026

at St Mary's Church

Join us for a morning of messy fun. The session is FREE but please reserve your places so we know how many to cater for. All children must be accompanied by an adult. If child could please bring along a refillable water bottle that would be a great help. Link to book places https://tickets.myiknowchurch.co.uk/gb/NTEzMC0xNQ/t

9.7 milesSat 11 Jul11:00
CuratedSee the details
Community
Evensong and Benediction7

Evensong and Benediction

at St Mary the Virgin Stanwell

Evensong and Benediction Evensong and Benediction offer a peaceful and contemplative close to the day, drawing us into the beauty of evening prayer and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Evensong is the Church’s traditional service of evening worship, sung in the rich language of Scripture and prayer. Rooted in the Psalms and the ancient canticles of Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis, it includes readings that open the treasures of Scripture and the writings of the saints, helping us to reflect more deeply on the mystery of faith. The music and words together lift our hearts in thanksgiving and trust, reminding us of God’s abiding presence. Following Evensong, we enter into Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament — a time of stillness and awe before Christ present in the Eucharist. The Blessed Sacrament is placed upon the altar, and we adore the Lord in silence and song, receiving his blessing in the sign of the Cross. Evensong and Benediction together unite the beauty of Anglican worship with the deep devotion of Catholic tradition: word and sacrament, praise and presence, rest and renewal in the love of Christ.

23.6 milesSun 12 Jul19:30
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Religion & Spirituality
Renaissance Voices Concert on Saturday 12 July at8

Renaissance Voices Concert on Saturday 12 July at

at All Saints Church

Once again we welcome Renaissance Voices to All Saints on Saturday 12 July at 6:30pm for their 25th Anniversary Concert performing Gloria, Directed by Paul Leddington Wright, (former Director of music for the BBC programme "Songs of Praise" and Director of Music at Coventry Cathedral). The ticket also includes a light supper after the concert.

18.8 milesSun 12 Jul
Local gemSee the details
Live Music
Renaissance Voices Concert on Saturday9

Renaissance Voices Concert on Saturday

at All Saints Church

Once again we welcome Renaissance Voices to All Saints on Saturday 12 July at 6:30pm for their 25th Anniversary Concert performing Gloria, Directed by Paul Leddington Wright, (former Director of music for the BBC programme "Songs of Praise" and Director of Music at Coventry Cathedral). The ticket also includes a light supper after the concert.

18.8 milesSun 12 Jul
Local gemSee the details
Live Music
Renaissance Voices Concert on10

Renaissance Voices Concert on

at All Saints Church

Once again we welcome Renaissance Voices to All Saints on Saturday 12 July at 6:30pm for their 25th Anniversary Concert performing Gloria, Directed by Paul Leddington Wright, (former Director of music for the BBC programme "Songs of Praise" and Director of Music at Coventry Cathedral). The ticket also includes a light supper after the concert.

18.8 milesSun 12 Jul19:30
Local gemSee the details
Live Music

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