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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.
1Monthly family friendly services rotating between St John the Baptist Tunstall, St Peter's Leck and St Wilfrid's Melling. Either a short 30-minute service or a Messy Church with crafts both finishing with refreshments. Please see The Bell for more information or contact Rev Jane Lee
2Join us for a relaxed creative session designed just for grown-ups! Take some time for yourself to craft, chat, and relax at one of our seasonal ‘Things to Make Do’ workshops. Whether you’re an experienced maker or a complete beginner, the workshop offers the perfect chance to get creative in a friendly, welcoming space.
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3Free! (worth double-checking)Giggleswick and Settle Brass Band will be performing a Concert on 11th July in Lothersdale parish Church. Free admission at 7pm. Donations will be split between the band and the church funds. This concert will feature music from the Musicals. Image is from the Annual Christmas concert.
4Join Andrew for 2 days of Dress Making creative the super stylish and versatile ‘Stevie’ from Tilly & The buttons! Choose whether you make the top or the dress with a loop and button or tie fastening, Andrew will also help with creating longer sleeves should you wish to! The perfect piece for your summer wardrobe – or layer up with tights & long sleeve T-shirt for the winter months too!
5Our Junior Church meets in Reading Room on the second and fourth Sunday each month, alongside the 11am Holy Communion. Fun, friendly and welcoming we explore the Bible Reading theme with crafts and creation.
6To receive the link to join these services, please email with the word subscribe and once you’ve done this, you’re automatically on the list for each service.
7For the second year, Ilkley Manor House is delighted to be part of Ilkley Live, with our historic courtyard once again becoming a welcoming venue for live music. Join...
8Explore pictures, stories and poems. Create mice pictures, poems and mice characters These events take place downstairs in Ilkley Manor House or outside if the weather is good. Can’t...
9Come along for an informal gathering to share food...
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