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 SUMMER 2025 Clubs, Classes, Education Summer Activities What’s on & Where to go
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FUNTAZIA.CO.UK E. fun@funtazia.co.uk /funtazia.timetoplay T. 01254 699768 Merchants House, Kent St, Blackburn BB1 1DE OPENING TIMES TERM DATES HOLIDAYS Monday 10:00 - 5:30 Tuesday CLOSED Wednesday 10:00 - 5:30 Thursday 10:00 - 5:30 Friday 10:00 - 5:30 Sat / Sun 10:00 - 6:00 Monday 10:00 - 6:00 Tuesday 10:00 - 6:00 Wednesday 10:00 - 6:00 Thursday 10:00 - 6:00 Friday 10:00 - 6:00 Sat / Sun 10:00 - 6:00 LASER TAG SOFT PLAY BIRTHDAYS BOOK YOUR FUNCTION TODAY!
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 5
July 2025 July 3rd - 6th July July Lytham Festival TK Maxx presents Lytham Festival has grown from a one-night-only community Promsstyleconcert to a spectacular five-day live music event which now attracts well in excess of 100,000 people each summer. Staged on the banks of Lancashire’s stunning Ribble Estuary. Headliners have varied massively over the years ranging from Lionel Richie, Sting, Billy Ocean, Diana Ross, Duran Duran, Kylie, Lewis Capaldi, Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Madness, Rod Stewart, Stereophonics, The Strokes, Tom Jones and so many more so many more. To book tickets and further information of this year’s lineup https://www. lythamfestival.com/info 9th July - Saturday 12th July Chorley Little Theatre DISNEY’S ALADDIN, JR Join Aladdin, Jasmine, and the fast-talking, wisecracking Genie as they discover mystical caves, take magic carpet rides, and outwit the evil sorcerer, Jafar. Adapted especially for family audiences, this 60-minute version of the classic Disney animated movie includes favourite songs such as “Friend Like Me,” “A Whole New World,” and “Prince Ali,” as well as wonderful new songs composed by Alan Menken for the Broadway production. With new, colorful characters and nonstop adventure, Aladdin JR. is sure to be a crowd-pleaser for all ages! Tickets Adults £10 Children £8 Family (4 people) £32 – See https://chorleytheatre.com/cadosproductions/2025-aladdin/ 11th July at Brindle Distillery Alex Johnson Live at the Nest Regular live music nights with waiter service and delicious food available to order. Book your tickets online to see exciting local artist - Alex Johnson - in the warm, atmospheric surroundings of the distillery. https://brindledistillery.co.uk/ bookings/ 11th-13th July Adlington Carnival Jubilee Park, Adlington. The event will run over 3 days and is free to enter with an array of activities including; a parade, music, entertainment, circus, funfair and food. The event is organized by Adlington Community Events. For more details, you can check the Facebook event page https://www.facebook. com/events/1887758895383377 20th July Farmers Market-The Great Barn at Hoghton Tower The popular Farmers’ Market and every 3rd Sunday of the month from 10am to 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.. £2per car £2 for pedestrians (up to 6) 25th - 27th July Chorley Flower Show Chorley Flower Show will be back for this fantastic 3 day event. The Flower Show is now an ‘award-winning’ show after scooping ‘Tourism Event of the Year’ at the prestigious Lancashire Tourism Awards. All your favourite attractions will be returning with a wider variety of horticultural displays and trade stands. A great day out for all the Family. For Tickets https://chorleyflowershow.com/ tickets A selection of What’s On for SUMMER 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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Swimming, Dance, Football, Bounce and Rhyme, very own allotment and our weekly visits to the residents of Euxton Care Home Wigan Road Euxton 01257 241119 nursery@busybodieseuxton.co.uk ‘Busy bodies, Lots of fun and ’ Open 50 weeks of the year 7.45am-6pm Government funded places available for children from aged 9mths
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25th - 27th July Theatre in the Park at Astley Park Alice through the Looking Glass Quantum Theatre bring their lively brand of comedy, music and magic to Astley Hall’s Walled Garden with Lewis Carroll’s timeless classic, Alice Through the Looking Glass! For further details astleyhall@ chorley.gov.uk https://astleypark.co.uk/ 27th July Historic Graffiti & Special Beliefs Tour at Houghton Tower They will take you back over four hundred years, to a time when King James I, and the people of that time, held firm beliefs about and against witches and witchcraft.Your guide will give you an insight into the king’s fascination with witchcraft and describe the various forms of historic graffiti recently discovered at Hoghton Tower. For further info. And to book https:// www.hoghtontower.co.uk/special-events/ August 1st to 3rd August Chorfest After the success of the past ChorFest Music Festival.They can’t wait to welcome you down to Astley Park for Chorley Music Festival, with an incredible line up to kick off the weekend, with Live Music, Tribute Bands, Local Artist’s, Family Friendly, Food & Drinks in Chorley! For further details https://www.chorfest.co.uk/chorfestive 1st-3rd August Nestival at Brindle Distillery Holmes Farm Sandy Lane, Brindle, Chorley, Lancashire, PR6 8LZ Nestival is our now annual event following the success of the launch in August 2023. The team at the distillery aim to bring a weekend for all the community. Live music, local ales, cocktails, local food vendors, a mini craft market, plenty of dancing and community spirit. For further details and to book https://brindledistillery. co.uk/home/nestival/ 2nd August Hoghton Tower - Much Ado About Nothing In usual HandleBards style, expect riotous amounts of energy, a fair old whack of chaos, and a great deal of laughter. For details https:// www.hoghtontower.co.uk/ 2nd 3rd August Summer Gala at West Lancashire Light Railway Bringing together all your favourite attractions into one event. Two engines in steam, 16mm live steam model railway plus 009 and Meccano displays. Children’s fairground rides, traditional games, rail catering van and tearoom. For further details https://www.facebook.com/ westlancs 9th/10th August Blackpool Air Show Watch in wonder as some of the world’s most incredible aircraft and aviators perform jaw dropping aerobatics and fly-bys over Blackpool seafront. A brilliant weekend of free family entertainment with food stalls, sideshows and a real festival atmosphere. For further details. Blackpool Promenade. Times 10 till 17.00. For further details visit https://www.visitblackpool. com/ 14th -16th August CBeebies House Party Live At Blackpool Tower. A family fun-packed stage show with sensational songs, stupendous surprises and mega moments. Join the superstars of CBeebies, Justin Fletcher, Nigel Clarke, Joanna Adeyinka-Burford, George Webster and Duggee as they throw an epic party just for you. Get ready to rave with dancing, singing, streamers, giant jellies and bubbles galore and of course, a CBeebies bedtime story. To book www.theblackpooltower.com/whats-on/ events/cbeebies-house-party-live/ Continued What’s On Guide
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summEr workshop stagecoach chorley & preston early stages main stages BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE AVAILABLE & CHILDCARE CHOICES AVAILABLE for payment. stagecoach.co.uk/chorley 01204 301320 4 - 8 august st michael’s high school, astley road, chorley, pr7 1rs 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. find out more Age: 4 - 6 years Time: Mon - Fri, 10.00 - 13.00 Performance: Fri, 12.30 Cost: £80 (£60 Sibling) Age: 7 - 18 years Time: Mon - Fri, 10.00 - 16.00 Performance: Fri, 18.00 Cost: £160 (£125 Sibling) Open to everyone! Make friends and have fun coming up with our amazing show based on ANNIE ! The sun’ll come out tomorrow and EVERY day this week, while we work hard on our show.
summEr workshop stagecoach blackburn wizmania mermaids versus pirates Whether you are looking to learn new skills, make friends or build confidence Stagecoach has something to offer you. Children are taught singing, acting and dancing by our friendly, experienced & DBS checked teachers with a performance for family and friends on the final day. BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE AVAILABLE & CHILDCARE CHOICES AVAILABLE for payment. stagecoach.co.uk/blackburn 01204 301320 25 - 29 august westholme school, bb2 6qu 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. find out more Age: 7 - 18 years Time: Mon - Thurs, 10.00 - 16.00 Performance: Fri, 18.00 Cost: £160 (£125 Sibling) Age: 4 - 6 years Time: Mon - Fri, 10.00 - 13.00 Performance: Fri, 12.30 Cost: £80 (£60 Sibling)
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22rd to 24th August Euxfest Euxton Cricket Club, Balshaw Lane, Euxton, PR7 6DD Save the dates for Euxfest 2025- will be back August Bank Holiday weekend again in partnership with Derian House. Euxton CC bring you a festival vibe with a brilliant line-up of live music on our marquee stage, Live Comedy, over 50 gins, cask ales and craft lagers, variety of fantastic daytime activities for kids. New for 24- Childrens Activity, Fun Zone. A great event for all the Family! Check social media for updates 31st August Theatre In The Park - Last Night Of The Proms Last Night at the Proms returns to Astley Hall’s Walled Garden with Outreach Opera and the Bolton Hoover Ban. Checkout https://astleypark.co.uk/events Early September 4th September Brockholes Adult Only Bat Walk Bat Walk Night will start with an introduction to these fascinating creatures and the equipment used to detect them before heading out on the reserve for a walk to see if the bats are out and about.Please come dressed for the weather conditions, wearing sturdy footwear and bring a torch. Suitable for 16 years + only. Please do not be tempted to book tickets or bring along children under 16. To book https://www.lancswt.org.uk/events 12th September Chorley Little Theatre -Hal Cruttenden: Can Dish It Out But Can’t Take It Hal is back with a brand-new tour for 2025 with a show that promises to stick it to ‘The Man’, as long as ‘The Man’ doesn’t stick it back to him. With his trademark hard-hitting ‘take no prisoners’ comedy, he will be hilariously pontificating on subjects like middle aged dating, social media, the insanity of modern politics and the fact that his daughters love him but don’t respect him. He believes that, after you’ve seen the show, you’ll feel exactly the same way. To Book https://chorleytheatre.com/ 12 Sept - 21 Sept Preston Heritage Open Days FREE Event Preston Heritage Open Days returns to Preston for 2025, giving you the opportunity to explore Preston’s historic buildings and places. Heritage Open Days is England’s largest community led festival of history and culture, involving thousands of local volunteers and organisations. Every year in September it brings people together to celebrate their heritage, community and history. Stories are told, traditions explored, and histories brought to life. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences. Opening. Time -11:10 - 17:00 Checkout our website for more Events, Offers and Updates!! https://raring2go.co.uk/area/ chorley-and-leyland/ Continued What’s On Guide
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