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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend

11–12 July Near Firsby, East

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 Firsby, East, 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 Firsby, East

Sunday School1Free! (worth double-checking)

Sunday School

at St Peter and St Paul's Church

Learn about Jesus with a story from the Bible, a break for juice and biscuits, followed by games and crafts, painting, quizzes, colouring, card making, decorations and more.

1.4 milesSun 12 Jul12:30
CuratedSee the details
Community
Historian Chris Ward on site2

Historian Chris Ward on site

at East Kirkby Aerodrome Memorial

Between 10am-1pm historian and author Chris Ward will be in the NAAFI to sign his books, help with research or just available to chat about Bomber Command. This is your opportunity to talk to him in a very informal way so grab a coffee and cake from our NAAFI and come have a chat to Chris. No appointment or pre-booking required.

24.7 milesSat 11 Jul
Local gemSee the details
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Historian Chris Ward on site3

Historian Chris Ward on site

at Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre

Between 10am-1pm historian and author Chris Ward will be in the NAAFI to sign his books, help with research or just available to chat about Bomber Command. This is your opportunity to talk to him in a very informal way so grab a coffee and cake from our NAAFI and come have a chat to Chris. No appointment or pre-booking required.

24.8 milesSat 11 Jul
Local gemSee the details
Community
IBCC Artisan Food & Drink Fayre4

IBCC Artisan Food & Drink Fayre

at Chadwick Centre

Join us at the IBCC, on Saturday 12th July for a vibrant Food, Drink & Craft Fayre celebrating the very best in artisan produce, handmade crafts, and independent makers hosted by Street Food Socials Lincolnshire.

10.2 milesSun 12 Jul£3
Local gemSee the details
Food & DrinkMarkets & Fairs
community9

Open Day

at The Trolleybus Museum

Open from 10.30 am to 4.30 pm; last admission 3.30 pm. What's happening: We'll have all our usual attractions . We'll also be running an accessible trolleybus and/or motorbus, subject to availability. Getting to the Museum : (Saturday only) we are running free buses to and from Thorne to connect with First South Yorkshire service 387; further details can be found here . justgo North Lincs is an on-demand service providing links from Crowle and Scunthorpe. Trips have to be booked in advance; more details here . Admission prices: Admission on this day is charged at our Standard Rate - for full details see our Admission Prices page.

21.7 milesSat 11 Jul11:30
CuratedSee the details
Community
community10

Atkinson Lorries

at The Trolleybus Museum

Open from 10.30 am to 4.30 pm; last admission 3.30 pm. What's happening: We'll have all our usual attractions plus a display of classic Atkinson lorries. We'll also be running an accessible trolleybus and/or motorbus, subject to availability. Getting to the Museum : (Saturday only) we are running free buses to and from Thorne to connect with First South Yorkshire service 387; further details can be found here . justgo North Lincs is an on-demand service providing links from Crowle and Scunthorpe. Trips have to be booked in advance; more details here . Admission prices: Admission on this day is charged at our Standard Rate - for full details see our Admission Prices page.

21.7 milesSun 12 Jul11:30
CuratedSee the details
Community

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