1Free! (worth double-checking)Organ Festival 2026 - Chipping St Bartholomew
Organ recital performed by Paul Warren
7 milesSun 26 Jul
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Free Things This Weekend in Thornton-in-Craven
Good local plans needn't cost the earth. This page keeps an eye on the stronger free events nearby, so you can skip the faff and get straight to the promising stuff.
10 picks around Thornton-in-Craven, from 8 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.
25–26 July Near Thornton-in-Craven
Not every listing gets a golden ticket
We don't just scoop up anything with a £0 next to it. These picks still need to be nearby, useful, and properly explained, because 'free' is lovely but 'free and baffling' is less of a selling point.
Happening Saturday 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for Thornton-in-Craven, 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 Thornton-in-Craven
1Free! (worth double-checking)
2Free! (worth double-checking)Farmer's Market
Sunday 26th July, 12-4pm Join us for a day of delicious local food, drinks, crafts and family fun! We’ll have a range of stalls selling local produce and handmade gifts with something for all the family! Spend the day with us at the barn, with free entry and no booking required! Please email for details and information!
8.2 milesSun 26 Jul
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3Free! (worth double-checking)Family Craft Activity: Decorate a Postcard
During the First World War, many soldiers sent beautifully embroidered postcards to loved ones back home. See some of these special postcards on display in the museum, then create and decorate your own postcard to take home. Why not write a message and send it to a family member or friend?
24.4 milesSun 26 Jul
4Free! (worth double-checking)Summer Makers’ Fair
Calling all art lovers and craft enthusiasts! Ilkley Manor House courtyard will once again be filled with makers’ stalls selling a wide range of beautiful handmade items. Step into the charming courtyard and browse a vibrant collection of stalls showcasing … More Info & Apply
13 milesSun 26 Jul
5Free! (worth double-checking)Chevin Forest parkrun
at Otley Chevin
The Chevin Forest parkrun is a free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! The parkrun takes place at Chevin Forest Park (see map below or here for course... more
19.6 milesSat 25 Jul
6Free! (worth double-checking)Big Butterfly Count 2026
at Otley Chevin
Join in with this year’s nationwide Big Butterfly Count! When: Sunday 26th July any time between 10:30am and 12:30pm. Where: visit our pop-up stall on the Chevin next to the Surprise View Car Park. The Big Butterfly Count... more
19.6 milesSun 26 Jul11:30
7Free! (worth double-checking)Gentleman Jack at Shibden Hall
Saturday 25 July to Monday 5 October Enjoy a new display of costumes from the hit TV series, including two brand new costumes recently acquired by Calderdale Museums.
21.5 milesSat 25 Jul
8Free! (worth double-checking)Gentleman Jack at Shibden Hall
Saturday 25 July to Monday 5 October Enjoy a new display of costumes from the hit TV series, including two brand new costumes recently acquired by Calderdale Museums.
21.5 milesSat 25 Jul12:00
9Free! (worth double-checking)Designer Craft Fair
Our monthly designer craft fair showcases variety of stalls featuring a wide selection of crafts, designed and made by local craft people.
18.5 milesSun 26 Jul
10Free! (worth double-checking)Fresher’s Welcome, Your Guide to the Festival
at Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival, Harrogate
Book tickets for Fresher’s Welcome, Your Guide to the Festival with Harrogate International Festivals online today!
24.6 milesSat 25 Jul
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