Days Out in Rossendale

Heritage Talk: The History of Tea

Join us for a fascinating heritage talk exploring the tea trade, the temperance movement, and the complex links to the transatlantic slave trade.

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Mini Makers: Make Your Own Mini Museum

In this Mini Makers session, youll become a museum creator and design your very own mini museum!

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Heritage Walk and Talk: Lost Village of Gambleside

Come and join this guided heritage walk and listen to the forgotten story of Gambleside, a once-thriving rural village that has all but vanished from the Lancas…

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Artist Talk: Jamie Holman

Join artist Jamie Holman as he discusses his newly commissioned work created for The Weavers Uprising Bicentenary Commemoration.Commissioned by the Weavers Upri…

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Artist Talk: Marge Bradshaw

Join us for a talk and tour of Level Playing Field with photographer and socially engaged artist Marge Bradshaw.Marge will share the background of the project a…

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Illustrated Artist Talk: Jude Wainwright

Join us for an artists talk with Manchester-based artist Jude Wainwright, presented in conjunction with her solo exhibition, Spectacle.In this in-depth presenta…

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Heritage Talk: The Bitter Taste of Chocolate

Join us for a talk exploring the intertwined histories of chocolate, sugar, and slavery, and the complex legacy of philanthropy that followed.From the rise of s…

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Mini Makers: Modelling

In this session, youll get the chance to explore lots of different ways to make art with your hands!

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Stephen Oldfield: The Pendle Witches

Join local historian and writer Stephen Oldfield for a captivating talk on the infamous Pendle Witches, one of the most remarkable and haunting episodes in Engl…

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Heritage Walk and Talk: The Brooks of Crawshawbooth

Step back in time on a guided heritage walk and talk exploring the legacy of the Brooks family of Crawshawbooth, influential industrialists whose vision helped…

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Artist Support Network; Funding

Join David Gaffney, Senior Relationship Manager at Arts Council England, for a practical and informative session on funding for arts and cultural projects.David…

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Rossendale Male Voice Choir

Join the Rossendale Male Voice Choir for a celebration of its remarkable 100-year history as we trace the choirs journey from its founding in 1924 by shoe-facto…

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World Embroidery Day: Paint and Stitch

Celebrate World Embroidery Day by producing a piece of embroidery that is unique. During the day you will add marks and simple print designs to fabric using a l…

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Mini Makers: Circus Crafts

Roll up roll up for Mini Makers, Circus Crafts! In this session you'll be creating lots of crafts inspired by the circus, hats, masks and big top tents all for…

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Early Years in Summer

Early Years Studio, play based sensory sessions for children aged 0-5 years.These play based sessions are designed specifically for parents, grandparents and ca…

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Circus Fun with Felting

Step right up for a colourful and creative Family Felting Workshop inspired by the magic of the circus!Perfect for all ages, this hands-on session invites famil…

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Heritage Talk: The Great British Seaside Holiday

Join us for an engaging heritage talk exploring the history of leisure: from fairs, ftes, and music halls to early cinemas, sports, and seaside escapes.Discover…

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Circus skills with Sarah

Roll up, roll up, the circus is coming to town!Join Circus with Sarah and step into magic with our lively, family friendly workshop bursting with excitement, an…

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Heritage Walk and Talk: Lost Village of Haslingden Grane

Uncover the remarkable stories hidden within the lost village of Haslingden Grane in this fascinating heritage talk.

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Make a Star Mask

Let your creativity shine at this family workshop, where youll design and create your very own star masks inspired by the whimsy and wonder of the circus.Using…

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Jane Horrocks Presents, Yolk and Aliens

The northern premiere of Yolk and Aliens, a film by Jane Horrocks in collaboration with Francesca Levi (video artist) and Molly Vivian (musician).

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