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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend in Kirk Smeaton and Little Smeaton

10 picks around Kirk Smeaton and Little Smeaton, from 7 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.

25–26 July Near Kirk Smeaton and Little Smeaton

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 Kirk Smeaton and Little Smeaton, 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 Kirk Smeaton and Little Smeaton

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Private Peaceful (One Actor Version)

at Doncaster Little Theatre

“I’ve had nearly eighteen years of yesterdays and tomorrows, and tonight I must remember as many of them as I can. Tonight, more than any other night of my life, I want to feel alive!” Private Peaceful relives the life of Private Tommo Peaceful, a young First World War soldier awaiting the firing the night, he looks back at his short but joyful past growing up in rural Devon: his exciting first days at school; the accident in the forest that killed his father; his adventures with Molly, the love of his life; and the battles and injustices of war that brought him to the front line.

8.8 milesSat 25 Jul
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Private Peaceful (One Actor Version)

at Doncaster Little Theatre

“I’ve had nearly eighteen years of yesterdays and tomorrows, and tonight I must remember as many of them as I can. Tonight, more than any other night of my life, I want to feel alive!” Private Peaceful relives the life of Private Tommo Peaceful, a young First World War soldier awaiting the firing squad at dawn. During the night, he looks back at his short but joyful past growing up in rural Devon: his exciting first days at school; the accident in the forest that killed his father; his adventures with Molly, the love of his life; and the battles and injustices of war that brought him to the front line.

8.8 milesSat 25 Jul20:30
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Magdalene Dementia Cafe

at St Mary Magdalene

Support, Activities and Music. Light refreshments will be served. Commenced May 2025. You are invited to join us at Norton Community Hall in the village of Norton, 10.30 until 1.00 pm on the last Saturday morning of each month. Volunteers are required to assist with crafts and refreshments. Please if you would like to assist.

2 milesSat 25 Jul10:30
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The Eucharist

at St Edmunds Church

The Eucharist is at the heart of Christian worship. It is celebrated by Christians around the world as a memorial of the death and resurrection of Jesus, in response to his words at the final meal he shared with his disciples, ‘Do this in remembrance of me.’ In the Eucharist, God invites us to his table as a foretaste of the heavenly banquet which he has prepared for people of all nations and cultures. All are welcome.

5.3 milesSun 26 Jul09:30
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Minster Open to the Public

at Doncaster Minster

We are open everyday for visitors and tourists to view the magnificent architecture, stained glass and so much more. Many people drop in to light a candle, for private prayer and meditation and to visit the Minster Shop.

8.6 milesSat 25 Jul10:30
CuratedSee the details→
Religion & Spirituality

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