Scan for Euxton Sunday classes Scan for Park Hall Hotel, Chorley Tue &Fri classes We’re a proud member of the Swimming Teachers’ Association The Perfect IntroDUC tion Swimming to Swimming Lessons for Babies & Children 0 - 10 Years Join us at any point! For more information visit puddleducks.com THE GO-TO GUIDE FOR YOU AND YOUR CHILD MAGAZINE & WEBSITE CHORLEY & LEYLAND raring2go.co.uk SPRING 2025 WIN Parties, Day out! Competitions & Offers What’s on & Where to go
Our website as further more money savings, offers, and Competitions, see www.raring2go/chorleyandleyland all you need to do is register, and remember its FREE! So for now have great Easter and Spring. We hope you enjoy this issue of Raring2go! we’ll be back before the Summer holidays! BEST WISHES WHAT’S INSIDE SPRING 2025: 2 Puddleducks 2-3 Editors Letter & Where to go 4-6 Whats On-Where to Go 7 Parties 8-11 Whats On, Where to Go, Pre-School & Activites 12-17 Clubs & Classes 18-19 Competitions, Clubs & Classes 20-23 Education & Activities 24-25 Pets & Shop Local 26-31 Whats On, Where to Go and Offers 32 British Commercial Vehicle Museum Hello and welcome to our Spring Chorley and Leyland Raring2go! We have a fab edition in store for you this Spring... As the warmer and brighter days approach, (we hope) it’s time to venture out a bit more, and get Raring2go! Springtime is always a great time of the year, because there is so much to do and see in our towns and surrounding villages, checkout the What’s on guide throughout the magazine for all your Days out, and attractions! We have lots of new and exciting events, activities, and ideas for you and the whole family over Easter & Spring, plus some new and diverse classes, that will keep you busy to! Are you looking to book a party? If so checkout the party section on Page 7. We also have an array of Local shops within our area, be sure to take a visit and let them know you saw their advert in your local Raring2go! 2 Get in touch or contact us at; Email chorleyandleyland@raring2go.co.uk Phone 07779 054 313 FB @Raring2Go!ChorleyandLeyland Insta @ChorleyandLeylandR2G!
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April 2025 5th April - First Saturday of every month till - Dec Longton Country Market Time -10am -12pm - Book a free mini make in willow weaving, water colour and more. Women’s Institute, Leyland, Lancashire, PR25 3FE 8th April Family Batwalk at Brockholes in Preston The Bat Walk Night will start with an introduction to these fascinating creatures and the equipment we will be using to detect them before heading out on the reserve for a walk to see if the bats are out and about! Please go dressed for the weather conditions wearing sturdy footwear and bring a torch. Arrive from 7.00pm to collect your hot drink & biscuit ready for a 7.30pm prompt start for this exciting event. Suitable for children 6+ only. Please do not be tempted to book tickets or bring along children under 6.Meet in the Meadow Lake Suite. Car parking charges do not apply for this event. For further details www.brockholes.org/ 9th April Wizard of Oz- Chorley Theatre Chorley Empire Community Cinema presents- Time 2.30pm. Classic musical fantasy. When a tornado transports Kansas teenager Dorothy Gale to the magical land of Oz, she follows the Yellow Brick Road to Emerald City in the hope that the Wizard will help her get home. Along the way she makes new friends – the scarecrow who needs a brain, the Cowardly Lion who wants courage, and the Tin Man who wants a heart. The Wizard requires a favour, which means the new friends must battle the Wicked Witch of the West. To book www.ticketsource.co.uk/chorleytheatre/t-rpvprjv 17th, 18th and Saturday 19th April Easter in Oz- Rafa club Leyland branch, Golden Hill, Leyland, Join us for a magical adventure journey as we prove that friendship always triumphs over evil! The power mad Wizard of Oz has told the people of Oz that Easter is cancelled and they’ll be celebrating Wizard Day instead where everyone has to eat green vegetables instead of chocolate! Our friends in Oz have asked for our help to save Easter so, with the help of our magic glitter dust, we travel on a tornado, over the rainbow and arrive in the land of Oz! Parties will be at 9.30, 12 and 2.30. For further details visit www.facebook.com/p/Rafa-club-Leylandbranch100071350436746/?locale=en_GB 19th April Heskin Hall Chorley Easter Hunt and Meet and Greet Peter Rabbit and the Easter Fairy Enjoy an Easter Hunt all around the Shopping Village, using the clues to collect your eggs, then follow the footprints to meet our special guests, Peter Rabbit and the Easter Fairy. All in aid of Derian House. Each child will receive a gift from our special guests and grown-ups can take their own photographs too! For further details and to book www.heskinhallshoppingvillage.co.uk/ Sunday 20th April Easter Egg HuntWest Lancashire Light Railway, Hesketh Bank Ride the trains, meet the Easter Bunny & join in our Grand Easter Egg Hunt! Two engines in steam, plus traditional games, free competition with Easter prizes, children’s fairground ride & the famous tearoom. Time -11:30 - 16:30 For further details www.westlancsrailway.org/ 21st April Easter Egg Rolling Avenham & Miller Park Preston Preston’s annual Egg Rolling event is back for 2025, this Easter Monday, complete with entertainment for all ages. There will be market stalls to browse, Henna artists, performances, and workshops - not to mention the annual Easter Bonnet Competition! Of course, the egg rolling itself will take place and Plucky the chicken will be walking around ready to wish everyone a Happy Easter. For further details of this free event checkout www.visitpreston. com/whats-on/events-calendar/eggrolling A selection of What’s On for SPRING 2025 We suggest you check with all events or venues before you travel in case anything changes to the details below. Visit www.raring2go.co.uk/chorleyandleyland for more events!
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PLACESTO GO 23 raring2go.co.uk Fired 4 U is a pottery and clay studio where you can relax, create and paint. During your time with us you will make unique pieces of art and unwind and relax all at the same time. Many of our customers tell us it is their “happy place” and find it very therapeutic. Classes; we run adults only, evening sessions twice a month so you can have kid free time and opt to do our guided workshops. These are either hand building with clay step by step to create the workshop project or learning a painting technique. Activities; Our Pottery painting activity is very popular with a wide range of pieces to choose from to paint. You can create with clay by hand or have a lesson on our Potter’s wheel. Baby, Pet or Family imprints; we capture the hands and feet/paws in an impressed clay plaque or into silver jewellery for you. Just book in and then we will do the rest for you. Parties; for adults and children from birthdays to family get togethers, hen parties to team building we can host and run a group session for you. For opening times check our website www.fired4u.co.uk Pottery and Craft Studio We help adults and children to discover their creativity in a relaxed and supportive environment, by focusing on being creative. Allowing visitors to escape from daily stresses and pressures, leaving us relaxed and recharged. 15-17 Hennel Lane, Walton le Dale, Preston, PR5 4LA 01772 20 30 60 ONE TO ONE LESSONS ON THE POTTERS WHEEL BIRTHDAY PARTIES Visit our website for further details CREATIVE CLAY SESSIONS 6
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April 18th to 21st April Ribble Steam Railway Easter Weekend Specials Easter weekend offers lots to do for the whole family. As well as the museum, café, playground and of course the magnificent trains we also have an Egg Hunt!! Your ticket is valid to ride on any number of trains on the day you visit. To book https://ribblesteam.org.uk/event/easterweekend-specials-2025-1/ 18 April to 21st April Lowther’s Easter Surprise Celebrate Easter with this free outdoor festival in the historic gardens for a weekend of free activities. Time Open 11:00 - 17:00 - The Lowther Pavilion Theatre & Gardens, Lytham St Annes 25th April Mamma Mania at Heskin Hall. Chorley The welcome return of this wonderful group for another year. Always popular . Bar open. Outdoors weather permitting ( indoor alternative available). For further details https://heskinhall.com/whats-on-heskin-hall/ 26th April Silent Disco at Hoghton Tower Get ready to dance the night away in an unforgettable setting at the . This stunning historic venue will transform into a lively, energetic dance floor under the stars. With two channels of music to choose from, you’ll be able to tune into the beats that match your vibe – whether it’s throwback classics, or underground dance anthems. For further details and to book https://hoghtontower.digitickets.co.uk/eventtickets/64543?catID=61801& May 2025 4th May Chorley 10K and 2k Family Run Whether you’re a regular runner, fun runner, or on a mission to get more active this year, why not register for the 2025 Chorley 10K or 2K Family. The Chorley 10k is a two lap course, starting and finishing on Market Street in Chorley Town Centre, with runners covering a route along Southport road and through Astley Park. The shorter family run will cover a 2k course, again starting on Market Street and travelling into the park before heading back into the town centre. For more information and to register. https://checkoutchorley.com/chorley10k/ 10th May Chorley Little Theatre The Story Forge: Make Your Own Myth The renowned Rubbish Shakespeare Company and Silly History Boys present a hilarious hour of high-octane adventure for children and childish adults. Featuring clowning, storytelling, live music and more. You’d be mad to myth it! To book visit www.ticketsource.co.uk/chorleytheatre/tdvremrd 11th May Hoghton Tower Motorcycle Sprint One of the classic and longest standing motorcycle events in Lancashire returns. Experience the excitement as bikes of all classes take on the challenge of the spectacular driveway at Hoghton Tower against the clock in the 50th Annual Motorcycle Sprint. The event takes place on the main driveway, which is on a steep incline, with all parking at the bottom of the hill. Spectator viewing is from the grassy bankings at either side of the driveway which may be muddy. The trading area around the Great Barn is at the top of the driveway. Please wear appropriate footwear and dress appropriately for the weather. For further Details www.hoghtontower.co.uk/special-events/ motorcycle-sprint/ 18th May Houghton Tower Farmers Market Explore the finest produce Lancashire has to offer, from meat and cheese to delicious traditional pies. Choose from a mouth-watering selection of cakes, brownies and muffins, treat yourself to a coffee, and pick up some local gin or beer for later.. Gates open 10am. Last entry 1:30pm. Admission on the door £2 per car, £2 per pedestrian group (up to 6), no need to book 25th May Music in the Park Worden Park Leyland Music in the Park is coming back to the stunning Worden Park in Leyland, treating fans to a blast from the past. The annual festival, which recently won Best Small Event of the Year at the Lancashire Tourism Awards. Some of the performers at the event will be Performing at the event will be The Boomtown Rats, B*Witched, Chris Moyles,Roland Gift-Fine Young Cannibals, Hue & Cry, Chesney Hawkes. Plus many more. For further details and to book https://musicinthepark.live/tickets/ Continued What’s On Guide
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ACTIVITIES SEEMEGROW_CHORLEY Seemegrow Chorley A wide range of lessons planned, taught and resourced by a fully qualified teacher. Sessions range from babies at 8 weeks to children in Reception at 5 years old. Learn, grow and develop through hands-on, practical experiences. Baby massage, baby yoga, storytelling, messy play and get school ready all available at See Me Grow. Opportunities for siblings and friends of different ages to attend classes together. Hands-on activities, mind-blowing research, exciting discoveries! lancaster.ac.uk/events/ campus-in-the-city Spark your curiosity! Children must be accompanied by an adult Scan me! More Music, Morecambe The Storey, Lancaster Friday 11 April Saturday 12 April Free family-friendly festival 10.30am - 4pm both days Drop in 11
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CLUBS& CLAS ES Stagecoach Performing Arts schools are operated under franchise and are independently owned by their Principals. Stagecoach and Creative Courage For Life are registered trademarks of Stagecoach Performing Arts Limited. Singing, dancing and acting classes for 4 - 18 year-olds Giving children and young people the Creative Courage to stand up on stage for over 35 years. enrolling for the neW term stagecoach chorley, preston and blackburn www.stagecoach.co.uk/chorley 01204 301320/ 07780676266 blackburn@stagecoach.co.uk 19
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Worden Park Leyland- A great day out for the whole Family Take a ride on the model railway, wander amongst the beautiful formal gardens and get lost in the hedge maze! Take the kids to the adventure playground, where there is a range of equipment for children aged 0-12, and browse the latest plants and vegetables within The Walled Garden. Cuerden Valley Educational visits Education is a key part of the Trust’s objectives. They have a busy, well-established, proven education programme, and the Park is the only site in Lancashire that’s registered to provide River Studies. For school groups there is a charge per child and no charge for accompanying teachers and/or other adult helpers. Visits must be booked in advance. Please enquire by email or telephone and then return the booking form to confirm your visit and programme requirements. To book Please contact the Education Officer on 01772 324436 or by e-mailing to education@cuerdenvalleypark.org.uk Euxton Villa Football Club Pan Disability Football Comets are a recreational, pan-disability football programme for disabled boys between 5 and 11. Comets provides a safe space for disabled children to play football, belong and just be themselves, allowing them to use their imagination to take them to a world where the possibilities are endless! Would you be interested to learn more? If so Email the club at hello@euxtonvillafc.com June 2025 7th 8th June Samlesbury Hall Food & Drink Festival Preston Time 11.00 till 16.00. Samlesbury Hall is excited to host its first ever food and drink festival on the 15th and 16th June 2024. The 700-year-old historic Hall will welcome visitors to experience two days of thrilling entertainment and inspirational cookery demonstrations and showcase a variety of Lancashire’s finest food and drink producers. Free Entry. 14th June Leyland Festival The Festival is returning with a bang in 2025! A free family event not to be missed. The Parade will go through Leyland, at midday, followed by fun activities for everyone on Worden Park... Motor show, Dog show, bars, food entertainment galore, free Children’s activities and fun fair. For updates www.leylandfestival.co.uk/ 16th June Oti Mabuse – Viva Carnival at Opera House & Winter Gardens, Blackpool Join the Queen of the dance floor, Oti Mabuse as she celebrates the world’s most electrifying carnivals. Doors open at 7.30pm From the sambas of Brazilian Carnival to the Tangos of Argentina’s Fiesta Nacional de la Vendimia, the dance scene at England’s own Glastonbury…To Book tickets https://www. wintergardensblackpool.co.uk/events/otimabuse-viva-carnival/ 22nd June Steve Royle & Jamie Sutherland: Finding Funnies- Chorley Little Theatre After a sell-out show in 2024 Steve Royle and Jamie Sutherland are back for 2025 with another night of comedy, games, and messing-around based on their hit podcast Finding Funnies.The show will feature comedy, favourite features from the podcast, and a stand-up set from special guest Justin Moorhouse. This is a fun filled 90 minute show, that you won’t want to miss! (Line-up subject to change) to bookwww.ticketsource.co.uk/chorleytheatre/t-zzmkpdl 29th June Supercar ShowtimeHoghton Tower Preston Vrooooom! One of the largest events of our yearly calendar “Supercar Showtime” is back for 2025! Hosted at Hoghton Tower/ Supercar Showtime brings together the finest examples of Porsche, Ferrari, Lamborghini and many more household super car names from across the country all in one place. For more details https://supercarshowtime.co.uk/ Chorley Theatre Acting Workshops Acting workshops for all ages and abilities running throughout the year at Chorley Theatre. Sessions for children, ages 20+ and ages 50+ that focus on all aspects of drama:- improvisation, games, working on selected texts, and understanding acting technique. The sessions also on the personal development of students in areas such as confidence building and how to positively express yourself. And, of course, lots of fun. Visit the website for full details https://chorleytheatre.com/evolve/ Health Walks in South Ribble Walking benefits - Something as simple as a daily brisk walk can help you live a healthier life. For example, regular brisk walking can help you: Maintain a healthy weight. Prevent or manage various conditions, including heart disease, high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes. Strengthen your bones and muscles. Improve your mood. Check out some of the routes in our area www. southribble.gov.uk/walking Continued What’s On Guide
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