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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend in Kirton (Boston)

10 picks around Kirton (Boston), from 7 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.

25–26 July Near Kirton (Boston)

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 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for Kirton (Boston), 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 Kirton (Boston)

POWERTEX WORKSHOP1

POWERTEX WORKSHOP

at Shedders and Fixers

Saturday, 25th July, 10:00-14:00. Please note that the workshop may go in a little longer depending on which sculpture you wish to do. Venue: Shedders and Fixers (Hosted by Fen Mill Crafts ) Cost: To make The Green Man – £30 / To make the Owl – £35 / To make the Toadstool – £30 Contact Details : Please email to secure your place. Alternatively, post your name to our Facebook event page. Availability: 3 Spaces are still available A dditional Details : All materials, aprons and gloves will be provided. It is advisable to wear old clothing as although Powertex is water soluble in it’s liquid form, once dry it is there to stay. With this in mind it is advisable to remove jewellery and tie back long hair.

20.4 milesSat 25 Jul£30
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Powertex Workshop2

Powertex Workshop

at Shedders and Fixers

Saturday, 25th July, 10:00-14:00. Please note that the workshop may go in a little longer depending on which sculpture you wish to do. Venue: Shedders and Fixers Hosted by: Fen Mill Crafts Cost: To make The Green Man – £30 / To make the Owl – £35 / To make the Toadstool – £30 Contact Details : Please email to secure your place. Alternatively, post your name to our Facebook event page. Availability: 2 Spaces are still available A dditional Details : All materials, aprons and gloves will be provided. It is advisable to wear old clothing as although Powertex is water soluble in it’s liquid form, once dry it is there to stay. With this in mind it is advisable to remove jewellery and tie back long hair.

20.4 milesSat 25 Jul£30
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The Groove 20263

The Groove 2026

at New Youth Theatre Grantham

Carers go free, but must book Running Time: 7pm - 10pm Age restriction: 16+ Mon 20 Jul, Mon 17 Aug, Mon 21 Sep, Mon 19 Oct, Mon 23 Nov & Mon 7 Dec It's time for you to join us at the coolest disco in town! Held in our beautiful Ballroom along with music an... Thurs 23 Jul A FOREIGNERS JOURNEY ..... HEADING IN YOUR DIRECTION Legendary bands Foreigner and Journey are giants of the... Wed 5 Aug Bring your own cardboard and make. Use your imagination to create a cardboard an... Wed 12 Aug Come and join our arts facilitator Hannah for a summer kite making and garland w... Every Monday Mondays Discover the joy of dance in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere! Adult Improvers ballroom/Latin Am... Every Wednesday Fun and relaxed exercise class for adults (60yrs+). Benefits include: - Improve... Thurs 23 Jul Enjoy an action packed family film at Billingborough Village Hall, a great start... Thurs 23 Jul Village life is full of action with a screening of Hot Fuzz at Billingborough Village Hall. Dir: Edgar Wright...

24.3 milesSat 25 Jul20:00£5
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Beginners Silversmithing4

Beginners Silversmithing

at 'Woolly Spires'

In this workshop, you’ll learn essential silversmithing techniques such as soldering, sawing, hammering, joining, polishing, and finishing. You’ll have the chance to create your own silver ring or similar piece, guided by expert instruction.

15.4 milesSun 26 Jul
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Christmas tree festival and Fair7

Christmas tree festival and Fair

at Saint John

We will be holding our annual event on Saturday December 12th 2026 between 10 and 2 pm . We have many local craft stall so you can stock up on your Christmas shopping as well as refreshments, games and a raffle while you can wonder round out beautiful church viewing the trees

20.2 milesSun 26 Jul11:00
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religion-spirituality8

Eucharist Services

at Castle Rising Parish Church

A Eucharist Service following The Book of Common Prayer For all other services in our Group of Parishes please check the church website by clicking on the 'more info' link below, to ensure the most up to date information. https://www.sandringhamchurches.org.uk/services

24 milesSun 26 Jul09:15
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