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What's on in Bastwell

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

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Community

The Don Banks Afternoon Variety Show

Join us on a nostalgic journey down memory lane back to those good old days for an afternoon of uplifting songs, stories and laughter. Originally hosted by local comedian Don Banks and more recently by popular singer Glen South the monthly shows are now presented by Steve A warm welcome awaits - let us entertain you!!!

Wed 5 Aug15:00Darwen Library Theatre(4.3mi)

via Darwen Library Theatre

Likely freeCommunity

Free 1-to-1 Counselling Service: Make an Enquiry

Discussing your problems with a counsellor, and your feelings about those problems, can help you to find solutions and move forward in your life. Our counsellors can address whatever issue you think is important, but counselling is commonly used to help with:

Thu 6 AugChurch on the Street Blackburn(0.8mi)

via Church on the Street BlackburnLocal gem

Community

Around £37

Making Sense of Our Lives (Quiet Day)

A quiet day where we explore how we use and react with the five senses: seeing, hearing, touch, taste, and smell. How does God use them to reveal Himself to us? We will share our experiences through music, memories, reflection, maybe tears but definitely laughter too. We will be thinking how we can use our senses to help us to value each day and find peace in our busy lives.

Thu 6 Aug10:00Whalley Abbey(4.9mi)

via Whalley Abbey

Community

Heroes Unmuted

Fri 7 Aug 2026 / 6:00pm Start Darwen Library Theatre

Fri 7 Aug19:00King Georges Hall(0.9mi)

via King Georges HallLocal gem

Community

Heroes Unmuted

Heroes Unmuted celebrates the talents, creativity, and voices of people with learning disabilities, autism, and other neurodiverse experiences. More than a show, it is a platform where our cast members can shine, build confidence, and express themselves in a safe and supportive environment.

Fri 7 Aug19:00Darwen Library Theatre(4.3mi)

via Darwen Library Theatre

Children & Family

Monster Truck Motorfest Lancashire

Get ready for Monster Truck Motorfest Lancashire 2026! The UK’s wildest family motor show and the perfect family day out! You don’t want to miss this!

Sat 8 Aug11:00Great Harwood Showground(4.1mi)

via Great Harwood ShowgroundLocal gem

Community

Around £5

Guided Tour

EERIE ENCOUNTERS Guided Tour, presented by Joanna Walpole Ghost Hunter Joanna Walpole leads a tour through the reputedly haunted rooms of Samlesbury Hall. Will you spot something supernatural? • Tours commence at 11am and 2pm, beginning in The Great Hall. • Tickets to be purchased at reception before the tour. • £5 per person (children free) • Tours include staircases.

Sun 9 AugSamlesbury Hall(4.2mi)

via Samlesbury Hall

Workshops & Classes

Modern Calligraphy Workshop at Eden Tearoom and Galleries

CALLIGRAPHY IN LANCASHIRE! 09.08.26 Join Mellor & Rose at Eden Tearoom and Galleries in Newburgh, Lancashire on our Modern Calligraphy Workshop on Sunday August 9th from 10:15am – 12:45pm! £69 Modern Calligraphy is fun to learn and relaxing to practice. Join us at Eden Tearoom and Galleries in Newburgh, Lancashire on our Modern Calligraphy Workshop with […] The post Modern Calligraphy Workshop at Eden Tearoom and Galleries appeared first on Mellor & Rose.

Sun 9 Aug10:15Mellor & Rose(3.5mi)

via Mellor & Rose

Festivals & Events

Parade Services

Every 2nd Sunday at 10.45am - All age, family friendly service with our uniformed organisations.

Sun 9 Aug10:45St Francis Church(2.4mi)

via St Francis ChurchCurated

Children & FamilyFestivals & EventsReligion & Spirituality

Family Celebration Mass

Join us at St Mary Magdalen's each second Sunday for a family-friendly Celebration Mass, with fun, fellowship, crafts, food and worship. All welcome!

Sun 9 Aug11:00St Andrew's Church Accrington(3.7mi)

via St Andrew's Church AccringtonCurated

Children & FamilyFestivals & EventsReligion & Spirituality

Family Celebration Mass

Join us at St Mary Magdalen's each second Sunday for a family-friendly Celebration Mass, with fun, fellowship, crafts, food and worship. All welcome!

Sun 9 Aug11:00St Mary Magdalen's Church(4.2mi)

via St Mary Magdalen's ChurchCurated

Likely freeCommunityLive Music

Ossyfest presents Proms in the Park

Sunday 9th August 2026, 1pm – 5pm: Free to attend Rhyddings Park Performance Area Get ready for an afternoon of fabulous live music, free music lessons, sunshine and community spirit […]

Sun 9 Aug14:00Haworth Art Gallery(4.9mi)

via Haworth Art Gallery

Community

Level 2 Working As a Security Officer Refresher (Upskilling)

Level 2 Award Working As a Security Officer Refresher (Upskilling) Course: Starts on the 4th of August and resumes on the 11th of August 2026. Check Course Details: Please click this link to read more about this course Apply Now

Tue 11 Aug10:30Lancashire College of Further Education(0.5mi)

via Lancashire College of Further Education

Workshops & Classes

Brush Calligraphy Workshop at Erddig Hall in Wrexham, Wales

CALLIGRAPHY IN WALES! 13.08.26 Join Mellor & Rose at Erddig Hall and Garden in Wrexham, Wales on our Brush Calligraphy Workshop on Thursday August 13th from 11am – 12:30pm! £45 Modern Calligraphy is fun to learn and relaxing to practice. Join us in Wrexham, Wales on our Brush Calligraphy Workshop with Summer theme and start […] The post Brush Calligraphy Workshop at Erddig Hall in Wrexham, Wales appeared first on Mellor & Rose.

Thu 13 Aug11:00Mellor & Rose(3.5mi)

via Mellor & Rose

Community

Let’s Move Hyndburn- Milnshaw Park

Milnshaw Park- Friday 14th August Back for another summer in the Parks; join us at one of the three Park events this summer. Come along for a FREE day of […]

Fri 14 Aug12:00Peel Park & The Coppice(4.9mi)

via Peel Park & The Coppice

Community

Let’s Move Hyndburn- Milnshaw Park

Milnshaw Park- Friday 14th August Back for another summer in the Parks; join us at one of the three Park events this summer. Come along for a FREE day of […]

Fri 14 Aug12:00Haworth Art Gallery(4.9mi)

via Haworth Art Gallery

Community

Around £5

Guided Tour

THE SAMLESBURY STORY Guided Tour, presented by Jason Karl Travel back in time as TV presenter Jason Karl tells the story of Samlesbury Hall. • Tours commence at 11am and 2pm, beginning in The Great Hall. • Tickets to be purchased at reception before the tour • £5 per person (children free) • Tours include staircases.

Sun 16 AugSamlesbury Hall(4.2mi)

via Samlesbury Hall

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Venues with events near Bastwell

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Lancashire College of Further Education0.5 miles away Church on the Street Blackburn0.8 miles away King Georges Hall0.9 miles away

More about Bastwell

Lancashire, England

Bastwell sits quietly in Lancashire with a charm that feels like a well-worn jumper on a rainy Tuesday. There are always local gatherings happening nearby to keep the village spirit alive without needing a megaphone. The community centre usually hosts something warm for families, while the pub down the road keeps things lively for those who prefer a pint and a chat. Near Here pulls these scattered bits of local life together so you never have to guess what's on in your own patch.

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