April 26 3rd April Easter Weekend Specials at Ribble Steam Railway 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!!Rostered locomotive for the steam days over Easter is Furness Railway No.20, the oldest working standard gauge steam locomotive in the UK! For further details visit https://ribblesteam.org. uk/event/easter-weekend-specials-2026-1/ 4th April 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. . Each child will receive a gift from our special guests and grownups can take their own photographs too! For further details and to book www.heskinhallshoppingvillage.co.uk 3rd-6th April Dragon Easter Egg Qust at Hoghton Tower Spring into action with a fun-filled adventure at Hoghton Tower this Easter. The Dragon Riders have landed and are looking for new recruits to help them locate the missing dragon eggs which are scattered around Hoghton Tower. Take part in various quests and challenges and tick them off your checklist! Learn about these mystical creatures, meet our enthusiastic characters and become a legendary Dragon Rider!Suitable for children aged 5-12. The event will run 11am – 3pm each day. You can arrive any time from 11am, with last entry at 2pm For further details https://www.hoghtontower.co.uk/specialevents/. 5th April The Mytton Fold Easter Egg Hunt Mytton Fold Hotel, Whalley Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB6 8AB. Join the scavenger-style Easter egg hunt around the Mytton Fold grounds, Sunday 5th April. Kid’s tickets are £11.50, and include:Tasty treats along the way.A delicious Easter egg to take home Meet & greet with the Easter Bunny. For further details https://www.myttonfold.co.uk/ 6th April Easter Egg Rolling Avenham & Miller Park Preston Preston’s annual Egg Rolling event is back for 2026, 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 https://www. visitpreston.com/whats-on/events-calendar/ eggrolling 9th April ComedySportz Chorley Little Theatre. Two teams. One winner. No script. Lots of laughs! ComedySportz returns to Chorley theatre for another round of award-winning competitive comedy fun. Two teams go for gold with quick-witted gags and games inspired by your suggestions. It’s fast-paced, feel good fun for everyone with a referee on hand to ensure a good clean match. The players have sharpened their wits and washed their kits… Who wins? YOU decide! Time 7.30 . To Book https://www.ticketsource. co.uk/chorleytheatre/t-qmjegmx A selection of What’s On for SPRING 2026 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!
Continued What’s On Guide 18th-April 30th May Viva Blackplool. Abba Bottomless Brunch Calling all Dancing Queens and party people. Brace yourselves for the ultimate ABBA bottomless brunch like no other, filled with the timeless tunes you know and love, and get ready to kickstart your night out in the most fabulous way possible.You’ll be living your best life, eating and drinking as much as you want and partying to live entertainment. For further deails and to book https://www.vivablackpool.com/event/primaryschool-bangers-bottomless-brunch/ 26th April RULE BRIT-HA-NNIA- Chorley Little Theatre. RULE BRIT-HA-NNIA is an unforgettable evening of sensational variety and hilarious comedy featuring stars from ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent, BEN NICKLESS (Comedian & Impressionist) JAMIE LEAHEY & CHUCK (Ventriloquist), JON ARCHER (Comedian & Magician) & TOMMY J (Comedy Juggler) … Plus your host and compere JACK LAND NOBLE, it guarantees an evening of laugh out loud comedy that is suitable for all the family. To Book https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/ chorleytheatre/t-gavnglo May 26 3rd 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 2026 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/ 3rd May Chorley Flower Show Bigger and better, the award-winning Chorley Flower Show is back at Astley Park for 2026.Join them for one of the best horticultural events, with fun for all the family. See https://chorleyflowershow.com/ for details 8th may VE Afternoon at Hoghton Tower Celebrate Victory in Europe with a traditional afternoon tea at the majestic 16th century Hoghton Tower in our stunning Banqueting Suite -2-4pm. You will be served a delicious selection of sweet and savoury delights including savouries and sandwiches, a fresh scone served with clotted cream and jam and other sweet treats. All this paired with freshly brewed tea or coffee. To book https://hoghtontower.digitickets.co.uk/eventtickets/66388?catID=63484& 8-9th May Penwortham Live: Various venues in nearby Penwortham. Featuring two nights of live music and entertainment across multiple venues in the town. Organized with The Creative Network, this South Ribble event features over 100 performances, with wristbands costing approximately £6 (under-12s free). 17th 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.
at the Real Deal Record and CD Fair on Preston Box Market.Taking place on Saturdays throughout the year, there’s plenty of opportunity to rifle through records, tapes, CDs, and more, in search of that much needed addition to your collection. Time 9 till 4pm June 20th Annual Leyland Festival The Festival is returning with a bang in 2026! 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. 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 26th June-27th June Longton Live An incredible weekend of live music will take place on Friday and Saturday at Longton Live, with performances across a range of venues. Not to be missed! 27th June Songs from The Musicals 2026-Chorley Theatre Popular songs from Musical Theatre, and a few little-heard gems, are performed by KTB Music’s Theatre Chorus with a live band all under the direction of Katy Bradley. Presented in association with Chorley Theatre.Includes songs from Frozen, Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Mary Poppins, Legally Blonde, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Wicked and many more. Time 7.30pm. To Book - https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/chorleytheatre/tqjlynge Continued What’s On Guide 17th May Classic Car Show –Lytham Hall Start the season in style at the Lancashire Coast Classic & Performance Motor Show, set in our stunning grounds this popular spring event attracts enthusiasts from across the North West and beyond. Time 10-4pm. For details www.lythamhall.org.uk/events 26th May Jungle Adventure: A Magical Expedition-Chorley Theatre Embark on an unforgettable journey with Ranger Andy as he sets off on a daring quest to return the legendary Akiki bird to its secret home deep in the heart of the enchanted jungle! From crazy capers to jaw-dropping illusions, this actionpacked show is full of laughs, surprises, and heartwarming moments, Perfect for the whole family, Jungle Adventure is an exciting mix of magic, fun, and fascinating wildlife that will have everyone on the edge of their seats! To book www.ticketsource.co.uk/chorleytheatre/t-vvlevnmJ June 26 6th June Grease versus Dirty Dancing Bottomless Brunch at Viva Blackpool Non-stop hits performed live by our sensational vocalists. From “Summer loving” to “Time of your life,” and everything in between! DJ Party host creating the perfect soundscape to your day! For details and to book https://www.vivablackpool. com/event/grease-v-dirty-dancing-brunch/ 13th June Real Deal Record Fair at Preston MarketsPreston Market Hall A must-visit for vinyl music fans.Rejoice in all your favourite old records, or discover something new,
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