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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.
1Every Sunday at 10.30am, a member of the Rossendale Team will post a live service on the Rossendale YouTube Channel. Just Follow the link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcLtIdsOk4kAmgXU3KTKcyA
2Following the success of their 2024 production of ‘Yanomamo’ by Lancashire teachers-turned-songwriters Peter Rose and Anne Conlon, The Grand Choir now presents ‘Ocean World’, another of Rose and Conlon's natural-world musicals.
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3at St Peter and St Paul's Parish Church
A joyful celebration of the Eucharist that is at the heart of our weekly worship together.
4From classical masterpieces to contemporary wonders, experience the beauty of storytelling through the elegance of dance.
5Join us at St Mary Magdalen's each second Sunday for a family-friendly Celebration Mass, with fun, fellowship, crafts, food and worship. All welcome!
6at St Andrew's Church Accrington
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!
7Teddy Beat Picnic at St Paul's Church, Monton; Saturday 11th July 2026 Occurring for 2 hours, 15 mins Venue St Paul's Church Monton Address Egerton Road MONTON, Eccles M30 9LR, M30 9LR, United Kingdom Please join us for a fun afternoon at St Paul's Church in Monton on Saturday, 11th July 2026! The event is on from 2pm - 4:15pm with the doors opening at 1:45pm. Bring your Teddies! Come on the Paw Hunt, Rap with Bramble The Teddy who loves to sing and hear his story! Small snack box provided for your picnic! Fantastic ABBA Duo, Monton Green Primary School Choir, Games, Quizzes and much more! Booking essential; please use the QR Code on the poster or email: [email protected] ~ all proceeds are for Salford Foodbank and church community outreach. Event held in a Church Choir Event held in a Community Space Family Friendly Fundraising Refreshments Singing
8Free! (worth double-checking)Giggleswick and Settle Brass Band will be performing a Concert on 11th July in Lothersdale parish Church. Free admission at 7pm. Donations will be split between the band and the church funds. This concert will feature music from the Musicals. Image is from the Annual Christmas concert.
9Join us for a relaxed creative session designed just for grown-ups! Take some time for yourself to craft, chat, and relax at one of our seasonal ‘Things to Make Do’ workshops. Whether you’re an experienced maker or a complete beginner, the workshop offers the perfect chance to get creative in a friendly, welcoming space.
10Free! (worth double-checking)at Saeed Ahmed
The award-winning Crafting Live show returns to Doncaster Racecourse on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th July 2026 for another unmissable weekend of creativity, inspiration, and hands-on fun! Crafting Live is the perfect place to stock up on crafting essentials, browse new products, enjoy live craft demonstrations and take part in fantastic make-and-take sessions.
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