1Free! (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.
6.6 milesSat 25 Jul
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Free Things This Weekend in Thornton (Bradford)
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 (Bradford), from 8 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.
25–26 July Near Thornton (Bradford)
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 (Bradford), 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 (Bradford)
1Free! (worth double-checking)2Free! (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.
6.6 milesSat 25 Jul12:00
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3Free! (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
9.4 milesSun 26 Jul
4Free! (worth double-checking)Love Belper Festival
at Pop N Rock
Pop 'n' Rock will be singing at the Love Belper Festival in Sunday 26th July. (45 minute sets). 1.15pm singing and then a performance at 3pm for 10 mins. Join Pop 'n' Rock Choirs for an energetic performance packed with feel-good music from various Pop artists. We will meet at the Memorial Gardens for singing at 1.15pm, then on King Street for performing at 3pm. Sign up below so we know the capacity. Setlist on the Blog. To attend as a Choir Member, click the link
8 milesSun 26 Jul
5Free! (worth double-checking)Free Pool And Free Snooker
Every Saturday night we have FREE POOL AND FREE SNOOKER (members only on snooker table)
6.4 milesSat 25 Jul20:00
6Free! (worth double-checking)Singo Bingo
at Popworld Leeds - Millennium Square
It's Singo Bingo time! Where you can sing, party and bingo all at the same time with our legendary host DIXIE! You'll be able to sing and dab along to all your POP favourites, with an afternoon of SURPRISE and DELIGHT! Fabulous prizes to be won! Last arrival is 3pm with first game to start at 3:30pm. Tickets are FREE and on a first come first serve basis.
12.5 milesSat 25 Jul
7Free! (worth double-checking)Ripley Castle
at Knaresborough Monthly Farmers Market
Real Markets at Ripley Castle is a beautiful free market held in the Castle Courtyard of the historic Ripley Castle. Featuring a fabulous line-up of local and speciality producers and makers, it’s well worth a visit each month. In addition, enjoy free access to Ripley Castle’s estate grounds and gardens on market days.
21.7 milesSun 26 Jul
8Free! (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?
22.9 milesSun 26 Jul
9Free! (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
10.3 milesSat 25 Jul
10Free! (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
10.3 milesSun 26 Jul11:30
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