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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend

11–12 July Near Fernyhalgh Bridge

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 Fernyhalgh Bridge, 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 Fernyhalgh Bridge

2 Day Dress Making Course for Beginners & Improvers with Andrew1

2 Day Dress Making Course for Beginners & Improvers with Andrew

at Creative Thread Studio

Join Andrew for 2 days of Dress Making creative the super stylish and versatile ‘Stevie’ from Tilly & The buttons! Choose whether you make the top or the dress with a loop and button or tie fastening, Andrew will also help with creating longer sleeves should you wish to! The perfect piece for your summer wardrobe – or layer up with tights & long sleeve T-shirt for the winter months too!

8.4 milesSat 11 JulVaries
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Workshops & Classes
Tajweed and Quran Class2

Tajweed and Quran Class

at Lammack Prayer Room

Join us for Tajweed and Quran Class on July 11, 2026. Engage with inspiration, learning, and community building. Stay connected with us at Lammack Prayer Room for more opportunities to deepen your spiritual journey and connect with like-minded individuals...

7.5 milesSat 11 Jul
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Workshops & Classes

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All Age Eucharist4

All Age Eucharist

at St Laurence

All Age Eucharist with children's talk. The music at these services will generally be contemporary and led by Justin Stretch and Adam Cree (keyboard and drums). As there is no creche, please feel free to bring along soft toys for the very little ones.

9.8 milesSat 11 Jul18:00
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Religion & Spirituality
All Age Eucharist5

All Age Eucharist

at St Laurence

All Age Eucharist with children's talk. There is no congregational singing at this service. As there is no creche, please feel free to bring along soft toys for the very little ones.

9.8 milesSun 12 Jul10:00
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Religion & Spirituality
Karaoke with DJ Nathan9

Karaoke with DJ Nathan

at Popworld - Blackpool

SATURDAYS JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT LOUDER From 5PM–9PM, it’s karaoke chaos with DJ Nathan! Singalong anthems, dancefloor bangers, and the kind of energy that turns “just one drink” into losing your voice by midnight. Whether you’re a shower singer, karaoke king, hen party menace, stag-do superstar, or just here for the cocktails and questionable dance moves, this one’s for you. Karaoke with DJ Nathan 2 FOR 1 Cocktails Big tunes, big laughs, messy vibes Perfect for birthdays, stags, hens & weekend chaos Bring your mates, warm up those vocal cords, and prepare to absolutely butcher your favourite songs with confidence. Early doors. Late regrets. Saturday sorted.

15.8 milesSat 11 Jul
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Live Music
Mega Mini Meet10

Mega Mini Meet

at Lytham Hall

Sunday 12th July 2026 10am - 4pm Admission: £5 per adult / under 16’s go free. Around 14 Mini Car Clubs from all over the country will be descending on Lytham Hall on Sunday, 12th July to display their minis! There will be a mix of over 250 classic Minis & BMW Minis for you to marvel at! The meet runs from 10am - 4pm, and we'd love to see you there!

13 milesSun 12 Jul11:00£5
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