15th October The Farmers’ Market at Hoghton Tower- The ‘Merchants of Hoghton’ – fresh local produce and more LOCATION: The Great Barn at Hoghton Tower TIMES: 10am- 2pm One of the original markets in Lancashire. A celebration of fresh ingredients grown or reared locally. Some of the traders have been with us since day one. Farmers and growers are joined by bakers, confectioners and craftsmen and women to make it a great day out. www.hoghtontower.co.uk/whats-on/themed-tours/ 15th October Pumpkin Express Sunday at West Lancashire Light Railway. West Lancashire Light Railway, Station Road, Hesketh Bank, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 6SP Your local steam railway’s precursor event to Halloween. Choose a pumpkin and ride the steam trains. Mines diesel loco. Catering van and tearoom. Free pumpkin with every child ticket (while stocks last) For details see www.westlancsrailway.org/pumpkin-express 25th – Sunday 29th October: Hoghton Tower School of Witchcraft and Wizardry This Halloween, enrol your little monsters in the Hoghton Tower School of Witchcraft & Wizardry. Magical professors will teach them how to cast spells, brew exploding potions and practice broomstick racing. A spellbinding session full of mystery, magic and mischief! Suitable for children age 6-10 years old. Tickets on sale soon! See www.hoghtontower.co.uk/ Themed Tours at Hoghton Towers Houghton Towers themed tours are the perfect way to experience the ancient tower in an entirely new light and discover previously unrevealed secrets of the historic house. Join the talented team of tour guides as they transport you through the fascinating timeline of Hoghton Tower. As well as tales of the tower itself, the guides also bring the stories to life of the incredible people who have visited and stayed at the venue. For further details and updates visit www.hoghtontower.co.uk/whats-on/themed-tours/ 26-28 October Rivington Festival of Light The Rivington Festival of Light is back, bigger and better than ever! Marvel at the woodland in it’s colourfully illuminated beauty, be entraced by light and laser shows and enjoy live music and entertainment! To book www.rivingtonterracedgardens.org.uk /whats-on/festival-of-light/ October 2023 Sun 1 October - Tue 31 October Join our 30th birthday celebrations Derian House To celebrate 30 years of care we’d love for you to throw a party in October to raise vital funds for Derian House Children’s Hospice. What? Whether you choose a school disco, bake sale or own clothes day, we’d love for you to host it in honour of Derian’s 30th birthday! When? Pick a date in October that works for you! Why? Derian House Children’s Hospice is celebrating its 30th year of care in October. For 30 years Derian has cared for babies, children and young people across the North West, never closing to those who need us. As a thank you – you will receive one of our limited edition 30th Birthday pin badges! https://www.derianhouse.co.uk/ Get InTouch via Email: fundraising@derianhouse.co.uk Call: 01257 271 271 6th and 7th of October Chorley Live The entertainment event of the year is back and it promises to be another fantastic weekend of live entertainment. If you’ve been before the event needs no explanation but if you haven’t it is well worth a visit. Chorley Council organises the event alongside the Creative Network and will be taking over 35 venues each night. Entry is via a wristband – The performances cover all genres of music and also include magicians. For more information visit chorleylive.com/ 14th and 15th October North West Birdwatching at Martin Mere Open from 8am, watch the spectacle of thousands of geese leave the roost before heading for breakfast in Mere Side Café. From guest speakers and exhibitors to photography workshops and guided reserve walks, there’s a whole range of activities for you to enjoy for a full day out from dawn till dusk. For further information. www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/martin-mere/ Raring2go! WHAT’S ON 8 What’s On for 2023 continued
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