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Dance

Around £6.00

Picnic supper dance

The music for the evening will be provided by Cath and Richard. Please bring along your own Picnic supper, tea and coffee will be provided in the interval. Admission is £6.00 per person, cash only please. The dance commences at 7.30.p.m until 11.p.m.

Fri 24 JulGargrave Village Hall(3.9mi)

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Community

Around £250

Tough Mudder 2026

TOUGH MUDDER YORKSHIRE 2026! Forget clean shoes and comfort zones! Do you want to swap your sofa for shocking cold water, killer obstacles, and mountains of mud? Join #TeamLindseyLodge at Tough Mudder Yorkshire and prove your grit. You’ll tackle the world’s most hardcore obstacle course and help fund vital palliative and end-of-life care—it’s a win-win! The Mission: Conquer Tough Mudder (Full or Half Distance—choose your level of glorious misery!) The Date: Saturday 25th July, 2026 The Battlefield: The jaw-dropping, yet deceptively brutal, Broughton Hall Estate, Skipton, Yorkshire, BD23 3AE. Why Yorkshire? This isn’t just a run; it’s an epic mud-fest against the stunning backdrop of the Yorkshire Dales. Get ready for killer hills, epic views, and terrain so muddy, you might lose a shoe (or two). You’ll face the infamous obstacles designed to test your stamina, strength, and mental grit. Yes, we’re talking about classics like the notoriously slippery, spectator-favourite Mud Mile. Consider your laundry ruined! Want to see what pain awaits? Check out the obstacles here: Tough Mudder Obstacles Your Commitment: We’re giving you a FREE ride into the mud! All we ask is that you channel your energy into raising funds for Lindsey Lodge. Entry Fee: FREE (Your spot is covered!) Fundraising Goal: £250 Minimum Sponsorship Your amazing efforts will directly support our essential hospice services.

Sat 25 Jul09:00Cobble Kitchen at Broughton Hall(2.7mi)

via Cobble Kitchen at Broughton Hall

CommunityFood & Drink

Coffee Morning

You are warmly invited to join us for coffee and cake at our benefice coffee mornings. Holy Trinity, Cowling host a coffee morning every 4th Saturday of the month from 10.00 - 12.00. Please check our website for the dates and times of other coffee mornings.

Sat 25 Jul10:00Christ Church, Lothersdale(3.8mi)

via Christ Church, LothersdaleLocal gem

Arts & CultureMarkets & Fairs

Collectable and Craft Fair

Lots of stalls selling a great selection of items ranging from Antiques, Vintage, Bric a Brac, Books, Small furniture, Gifts, Jigsaws, Plants and Crafts. Open 9.30.a.m until 3.30.p.m, please call earlier if it fits in better with your days plans as most stalls are open by 9.a.m. Food served all day. 50p admission or by […]

Sun 26 JulGargrave Village Hall(3.9mi)

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Community

Around £3.00

Man Friday

A social morning for the menfolk in the Match room at the Village Hall. 10.a.m to Noon. Unlimited hot drinks and homemade cake for £3.00.

Fri 31 Jul15:45Gargrave Village Hall(3.9mi)

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Community

Chatty Church

Join us for breakfast and sit with us around the table as we study a Bible passage and sing some hymns. This is a lovely relaxed occasion and a brilliant way to start a Sunday

Sun 2 Aug10:00Christ Church, Lothersdale(3.8mi)

via Christ Church, LothersdaleLocal gem

Children & Family

Family Praise

Child friendly service

Sun 2 Aug11:15St Mary's Church(4.2mi)

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Community

Lothersdale Luncheon Club

An event for over 60s who live in Lothersdale or are connected with the village.

Tue 4 Aug12:00Christ Church, Lothersdale(3.8mi)

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Community

Mid week Book Fair

Hundreds of books for sale from book sellers from all over the North West. General titles through to collectable volumes. Something for everyone. 10.a.m – 4.p.m. Food served all day. 50p admission or by donation.

Tue 11 Aug15:46Gargrave Village Hall(3.9mi)

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Community

Joint Service at St Andrew's Gargrave

St Peter's Church is hosting and we're spreading the word. Joint Service at St Andrew's Gargrave — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Sun 30 Aug10:45St Peter's Church(4.2mi)

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Community

Joint Benefice Communion

When there is a 5th Sunday there is a joint benefice communion. The venue alternates between the three churches in the benefice: St Thomas Sutton, Holy Trinity Cowling & Christ Church Lothersdale. Please check on our web site for the correct church.

Sun 30 Aug11:45Christ Church, Lothersdale(3.8mi)

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Live Music

Organ Recital by Philip Rushforth of Chester Cathedral

The fourth and final recital of the Christ Church Bank Holiday Monday Organ Recital Series 2026. The recital begins at 11am with refreshments prior to the concert. There will be a retiring collection.

Mon 31 Aug11:00St Mary's Church(4.2mi)

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Community

Around £80

Mr Captain's Charity Day

`There will be a 4 - Man Charity Texas Scramble held on the 19th September. £80 per Team entry fee - A sheet will be put up in the Men's Locker Room soon. There will also be a raffle Hole sponsors will be available for any businesses or personal etc for £20. All contributions will go to the Britishe Heart Foundation and Bleakholt Animal Santuary. Put the date in your diary.

Sat 19 SeptGhyll Golf Club(0.9mi)

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Community

Safeguarding Level 3 Training at West Craven Baptist Church

BUGB Level 3 Safeguarding Training is for ministers, trustees and deacons, those who lead church activities and the Designated Person for Safeguarding. Please note you must attend Level 2 before Level 3.

Sat 10 Oct09:30West Craven Baptist Church(2.3mi)

via West Craven Baptist Church

Community

Ginger Wings

Recoil Brewing Company is putting on Ginger Wings and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

Wed 22 JulRecoil Brewing Company(5.3mi)

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Community

Make and Take: Summer Reading Challenge

Free, no need to book – just drop in Join us to make tambourines and musical bookmarks, celebrating this year’s Summer Reading Challenge “Read to the Beat”, run by local libraries. — No need to book, just drop in Suitable for all ages Donations towards the running of this event are gratefully received – thank […]

Wed 22 JulWelcometoskipton(5.5mi)

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Likely freeArts & Culture

Activity pottery painting

Join us at Coffee and Clay in Skipton any day for a fun-filled activity pottery painting! Our 1.30hr sessions are perfect for children and families looking to explore their artistic talents and enjoy a memorable time. Enjoy home-made cakes and food in our café before or after your session, and don’t forget to book your […]

Wed 22 JulWelcometoskipton(5.5mi)

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Venues with events near Thornton-in-Craven

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Ghyll Golf Club0.9 miles away West Craven Baptist Church2.3 miles away Cobble Kitchen at Broughton Hall2.7 miles away

More about Thornton-in-Craven

North Yorkshire, England

Thornton-in-Craven has nearby local names including Ghyll Golf Club, Civic Hall and Cobble Kitchen at Broughton Hall. We keep an eye on the dates around them, because local plans can practical, sociable or a good way to explore nearby. Near Here brings event details around Thornton-in-Craven together so you can see what's happening without searching every website. Check the organiser's latest information before you head out.

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