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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend in Richmond

10 picks around Richmond, from 9 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.

25–26 July Near Richmond

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 Richmond, 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 Richmond

Cafe Church1

Cafe Church

at St Luke

A relaxed service at the back of church with a discussion over refreshments in place of a sermon.

6.7 milesSun 26 Jul11:00
Local gemSee the details→
Religion & Spirituality
Enchanted – The Ultimate Princess Concert2

Enchanted – The Ultimate Princess Concert

at Princess Alexandra Auditorium

For ages 6+ This heart-warming and magical musical experience that brings the beloved songs of fairy tales to life in a truly enchanting candlelit setting. Performed by a cast of talented live singers from the world of Musical Theatre, this concert features beautifully arranged music from timeless classics such as Frozen, Tangled, Moana, Wicked, Beauty […]...

16.5 milesSun 26 Jul15:30£34.50
Local gemSee the details→
Live Music

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Beginner's Sewing - learning to use the machine4

Beginner's Sewing - learning to use the machine

at From Loft to Loved

Beginners sewing machine workshop - learn how to use a sewing machine at our upstairs workshop in Sedgefield, Durham. Want to learn how to sew using a machine but don't know where to start? Join sewing teacher Michelle who will guide you through sewing machine basics to make a project. This is a beginners level session

20.2 milesSat 25 Jul11:30£35.00
Local gemSee the details→
Workshops & Classes
Forget-Me-Not Appeal5

Forget-Me-Not Appeal

at Teesside Hospice Trading Limited

This special appeal aims to fill Teesside with beautiful forget-me-not flowers in remembrance. For a suggested donation of £30.19 per flower, you can order a beautifully crafted metal forget me not flower in memory of someone special. Each flower will be engraved with your personal dedication to your loved one, and this contribution can cover the cost for an hour’s usage of a bed on our In-Patient Unit, providing essential comfort during a patient’s final moments.

22.1 milesSun 26 Jul£30.19
Local gemSee the details→
Community
Pop-aoke6

Pop-aoke

at Flares Reflex

Get ready to sing your heart out at POP-AOKE – our all-new karaoke night at Flares Popworld Middlesbrough! 8PM – 2AM FREE ENTRY all night FREE SHOT for every singer £2.50 DRINKS ALL NIGHT! From pop classics to party anthems – this is your time to shine! Grab the mic, grab your mates, and let’s make Sunday nights UNMISSABLE!

22.9 milesSun 26 Jul21:00£1
Local gemSee the details→
Community

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