What's On Listings 15-21 Nov
Theatre
Chorley
Zoe Lyons: does Zoe Lyons have some sort of idea what she’s doing in life? Or is she the perfect example of an Entry Level Human? £15. 8pm. Chorley Little Theatre, Dole Lane, Chorley. Tel: 01257 264362. Sat, Nov 17 only
The Madness of George III: National Theatre’s first ever live broadcast from Nottingham Playhouse. £10. 7pm. Chorley Little Theatre, Dole Lane, Chorley. Tel: 01257 264362. Tue, Nov 20 only
Darwen
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Lancaster
Comedy Classics In The Castle Cells: Mel Brooks’ iconic comedy Young Frankenstein (12A). From £5.50. 6pm and 8.30pm. Lancaster Castle’s Dungeons. Tel: 01524 598509. Thu, Nov 15 only
My Fair Lady the Musical: £15, under 18s £10. 7.15pm, Sat mat 2.15pm. Lancaster Grand Theatre, St Leonardgate, Lancaster. Tel: 01524 64695. Until Sat, Nov 17
Possum (15): chilling horror film incl. Q&A with cult comedy icon turned film director Mathew Holness. 8.35pm The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster. Tel: 01524 598500. Sat, Nov 17 only
Lostock Hall
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Preston
Don’t Go Into The Cellar - The Witching Hour: Montague Rhodes James returns with another selection of unsettling tales of antiquarian terror. £20. 7.30pm. Hoghton Tower, Hoghton. Tel: 01254 852986. Sat, Nov 17 only
The Madness of George III: National Theatre’s first ever live broadcast from Nottingham Playhouse. 7pm. Vue Cinema, Capitol Centre, Preston. Tue, Nov 20 only
Ribchester
Acting - It’s Not Plumbing: Ribchester Amateur Theatrical Society present two short plays...with a twist. £5, proceeds to Ribchester Football Club. Doors 7pm. Village Hall, Ribchester. Tel: 01254 878530. Opens Thu, Nov 15 until Sun, Nov 18
Southport
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Hide AdThe Time Machine: Rebecca Vaughan presents Elton Townend Jones’ radical new interpretation of the HG Wells classic. From £12. 7.30pm. The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport. Tel: 01704 533333. Thu, Nov 15 only
Morgan & West’s Utterly Spiffing Spectacular Magic Show for Kids (And Childish Grown-ups!): a mountain of mysterious magic, a hatful of hyper-reality, and of course a truck full of tricks and tea. From £9. 2.30pm. The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport. Tel: 01704 533333. Sat, Nov 17 only
Warrington
Father Christmas Needs A Wee: when Father Christmas reaches house number ten he realises that he’s forgotten to do something rather important! From £10. 2.30pm. Pyramid & Parr Hall, Palmyra Square South, Warrington. Tel: 01925 442345. Sat, Nov 17 only
Music
Rock
Roy Wood Rock and Roll Band: the musician who helped shape our musical Christmas. £29.50. 7.30pm. Parr Hall, Palmyra Square South, Warrington, WA1 1BL. Tel: 01925 442345. Thu, Nov 15 only
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Hide AdThe Stories: live punk rock, New Wave and Ska songs from the era 1976-82. All welcome. Free entry. 7pm. Bamber Bridge FC, PR5 6UU. Sat, Nov 17 only
Acoustic
Jake Bugg: experience this unique talent in his purest form, in an intense but intimate live setting. From £22.50. 7pm. Pyramid & Parr Hall, Palmyra Square South, Warrington. Tel: 01925 442345. Mon, Nov 19 only
Jake Bugg: supported by the Leading Guy and Declan J Donovan. From £24.50. 7pm. King Georges Hall, Northgate, Blackburn. Tel: 0844 847 1664. Tue, Nov 20 only
Pop
Space: gritty, edgy pop songs that capture the imagination of the listener. From £16. 8pm. The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport. Tel: 01704 533333.Fri, Nov 16 only
Soul
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Hide AdThe Soul Convicts: the North West’s premier Soul Band. From £13. 8.30pm. King Georges Hall, Northgate, Blackburn. Tel: 0844 847 1664. Fri, Nov 16 only
Motown, Soul and Disco: featuring DJ’s; Neil Grainger, Lee Roe, Tez Howarth and Keith Gunton. £7.50. 7.30pm. The Grand, 18 York Street, Clitheroe. Tel: 01200 421599. Sat, Nov 17 only
Classical
Royal Northern Sinfonia: concert of French music. From £16. 7.30pm. King Georges Hall, Northgate, Blackburn. Tel: 0844 847 1664. Fri, Nov 16 only
Moor Park Light Orchestra: pieces by Strauss, Gershwin, Paul Simon and melodies from Ireland and Italy. Plus a specially arranged piece, ‘After the Armistice’ featuring tunes from 1919. £5, under 18s 50p OTD. 7.30pm. Chorley Methodist Church Hall. Sat, Nov 17 only
Country & Western
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Miscellaneous
Afternoon Keyboard Concert: with the bubbly Lancashire lass Elizabeth Harrison, one of the top UK keyboard performers. Held on behalf of Genesis North West. £5 OTD. 2pm. Leyland United Reformed Church, Hough Lane. Sun, Nov 18 only
Pubs & Clubs
Thursday
Silver Foxes Bingo: 7.30pm. Leyland, Fox Lane Cricket. Tel: 01772 435326
LGBT: every Thu at Preston’s ‘official’ LGBT pub. Free entry.Happy hour 9-10.30pm, Cash Bingo 10.30pm-12.30am - ‘The more that play, the more we pay! The Oblivion, 12-14 Grimshaw Street, Preston, PR1 3DD
Friday
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Hide AdDisco: dance, funk, pop, soul & Motown with DJ Chris. From 9.30pm. The Stanley Arms, 24 Lancaster Road, Preston. Tel: 01772 252001
LGBT: DJ Brian every Fri and Karaoke with DJ Brian every Sat at Preston’s ‘official’ LGBT pub. Free Entry. Open til 1am. The Oblivion, 12-14 Grimshaw Street, Preston, PR1 3DD
Snooker and Pool: Two full sized snooker tables plus a league sized pool table. Licensed bar. Every night except Saturday, 7.30-11pm. Much Hoole Village Hall.
Saturday
The Stanley Arms: disco from 9.30pm. Northern Soul with resident DJ Derek Sumner from 10.30pm. The Stanley Arms, 24 Lancaster Road, Preston. Tel: 01772 252001
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Hide AdPablo’s Discobar: providing the soundtrack for a forgotten generation. Sumptuous decor, lavish voyeuristic booths and a grandiose dance floor. Every Sat. Fives Cocktail Club, 49-51 Guildhall Street, Preston City Centre. Tel: 01772 201500
Sunday
Karaoke: from 5pm. The Stanley Arms, 24 Lancaster Road, Preston. Tel: 01772 252001
Tuesday
Silver Foxes Bingo: Every Tuesday. Call for more details. 7.30pm. Fox Lane Cricket Club, Fox Lane, Leyland PR25 1HB. Tel: 01772 435326
Open Mic Night: hosted by Amy Lovae. Most instruments available for use. From 8.30pm. The Railway, Chorley
Wednesday
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Hide AdBig Fat Quiz Of Everything: trivia, sports, movies and current events. See www.stanleyarmspreston.co.uk. £1 or £2.50 inc. pasta. Every Wed, 7.30-10.30pm. The Stanley Arms, 24 Lancaster Road, Preston. Tel: 01772 252001
Dance
Monday
Ormskirk Folk Dance Club: newcomers welcome. £2. 8.15-10pm weekly during term time. Emmanuel Church Hall, Derby Street, Ormskirk L39 2DE. Tel: 01695 726696
Leyland Morris Men: dancers and musicians welcome to join us and preserve a local tradition. See www.leylandmorrismen.co.uk. 7.30pm. Guide Hut off Fox Lane, Leyland. Tel: 01772 337999
Tuesday
Folk Dance Group: a varied programme of old and new English country dances. Beginners welcome. 7.30-9.30pm, Sep to May. Garstang Arts Centre, Croston Road, Garstang. Tel: 01524 61483
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Line Dancing with Donna: everyone welcome. Every Tue, 7.45-10.15pm. BAC/EE Sports Club, South Meadow Lane, Broadgate, Preston. Tel: 01772 720708
Wednesday
Wednesday Tea Dance: a lovely afternoon of sequence dancing. 2-4pm, every Wed.St Andrews Church Hall (opposite Booths), Longton. Tel: 01772 617010
Sales/Markets
Thursday
Garstang Country Market: home baking, jams/chutneys, gluten free, home produced vegetables/plants/flowers, hand crafted items. Ample parking. Free entry. 10am-noon, every Thu. Garstang Sports and Social Club, Lancaster Road, Garstang. Tel: 01995 603644
Friday
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Hide AdPreesall Sewing Group: sale of craft work, cushions, bags, quilts etc. All profits to go to Trinity Hospice. 9.30am-noon. Youth Community Centre, Preesall. Tel: 01253 790851
Saturday
Christmas Fair: with stalls, hand made rustic crafts, cakes, a chocolate tombola, raffle, snacks, lunches and the chance to have your photo taken with Father Christmas! 11am-3pm. Longton Methodist Church, Marsh Lane, Longton
St Ambrose Christmas Fair: gifts, crafts, scarves and jewellery, lucky dip, plants, raffle, bric-a-brac, hot dog stall, toys and books. See Father Christmas in his grotto and win a Christmas Hamper. Refreshments and music from Joy’s Music Group. 2pm. Moss Lane, Leyland, PR25 4XA
5th Winter Art Fair: over 40 makers from across the north west with a dazzling array of locally made art, craft and design. Lunches available. Free admission, parking £1. 11am-4pm. Sat 17 and Sun, 18 Nov. Lytham Hall, Ballam Road, Lytham. Tel: 01253 736652
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Christmas Fair: all welcome. Free admission. 1-4pm. Moor Park Sports & Social Club, Blackpool Road, Preston PR1 6AD
Ashton on Ribble Farmers’ Market: supporting local farmers and producers. Fresh seasonal produce and Fairtrade goods. Collecting point for the Preston foodbank. 9am-1pm, surgery for Ashton councillors 11am-noon. St Michael’s Church Hall, Tulketh Road, Preston. Tel: 01772 827835
Saturday, Dec 1
Christmas Fair: with stalls, games, refreshments, lunches and fun. Meet Farther Christmas! Free adnission. 10am-2pm. Fulwood Methodist Church, Crossroads Centre, Watling St Road PR2 8EA
Sunday
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Hide AdSecond-Hand Book Fair: 14 stalls with a wide range of subjects, plus a café serving excellent home-made food. Admission 60p, parking free. 10am-4pm. Grimsargh Village Hall, Preston Road, Grimsargh PR2 5Js. Tel: 01524 752968
Christmas Fleamarket: profits to Lancashire Cat Rescue. Stalls, refreshments and tombola. There will be lots of Christmas bargains! 50p, accompanied children free. 9am-3pm. Barton Village Hall on the main A6 near Preston. Tel: 01772 750263
Farmers’ Market: farmers and growers are joined by bakers, confectioners and craftsmen and women. £1 per car, pedestrians 50p. 10am-2pm. Hoghton Tower, Hoghton. Tel: 01254 852986
Christmas Craft Fair: get your christmas presents and avoid the hustle and bustle in the town centres. Free entry and parking. 10am-4pm. Lostock Hall Conservative Club, Brownedge Road, Lostock Hall
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Hide AdFlea market and table top sale: many bargains and refreshments available. Entrance 30p. 8am-2pm. Hoghton Village Hall, Blackburn Old Road, Hoghton PR5 0SG
Vintage and Hand crafted Fair: artists and collectors selling clothing, accessories, jewellery, cakes, candles, soaps, plants, furniture and more. Money raised from cake sale to Heartbeat. Free entry and parking. Noon-5pm, third Sun of month. The Continental, South Meadow Lane, Preston. Tel: 01772 499425
Clitheroe Flea Market and Car Boot Sale: indoor and outdoor stalls. Every Sun, 8am-3pm. Clitheroe Auction Mart, Clitheroe. Tel: 01253 782828
Special Events
Friday
Ghost Tours: ascend the long drive of reputedly the third most haunted house in Britain where they will be waiting to serve you a two course meal. Ages 13+. From 5.30pm. £32. Hoghton Tower, Hoghton, Preston PR5 0SH. Tel: 01254 852986
Saturday
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Hide AdArmistice Street Party: to mark the 100 year anniversary of the end of World War One. With talks, games, quizzes, a sing-a-long with Kenyon Yates, Grimsargh Community Choir and much more. £6, children £3, under 5s free. Grimsargh St. Michael’s School Hall. Tel: 07749 934208
Walking Watling Street: complete with cockle shells, banners, determination and dedication 50,000 women trudged to London... Exploring this forgotten pilgrimage through dance and song. 12.30-2.30pm. Preston Flag Market, Cheapside, Preston PR1 2PP. Tel: 01772 903215
Blackburn Comic Con: stars of TV and film, autograph and photo opportunities, Q&A sessions, traders and cosplay fun. £8, child £4. 9.30am. King Georges Hall, Northgate, Blackburn. Tel: 0844 847 1664
Tour St. Walburge’s: the only Grade I listed church in Preston. Stained glass windows and a hammer beam roof. Climb the third highest spire in the country. Tours free, spire climb £2.50. Every Sat, 11.30am-1.30pm. St. Walburge’s Church, Weston Street, Preston
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Sunday
Winckley Square Guided Walk and Talk: ‘Former Residents’. Booking required at www.eventbrite.co.uk or email [email protected]. Free, donations welcome. 2pm. Winckley Square Gardens, Preston
Windrush Family Sunday: music, food and fun, plus DJ Isa Cole. Free. Noon-2pm. Harris Museum and Art Gallery, Market Square, Preston. Tel: 01772 258248
Tuesday
Book Signing Event: with Michael Barrett, author of the graphic novel ‘Preston North End and the Rise of The Invincibles’. 1-3pm. Sir Tom Finney Pub, Penwortham
Wednesday
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Hide AdWindrush Audio-Described Exhibition Tour: refreshments provided. For people with visual impairments but all welcome. Free. 1pm. Harris Museum and Art Gallery, Market Square, Preston. Tel: 01772 258248
Penny Farm World Horse Welfare: free admission and parking. Come and see what we do and enjoy the delights of our coffee shop. 11am-4pm, every Wednesday, weekend and Bank Holiday. Penny Farm World Horse Welfare, Preston New Road, Blackpool. Tel: 01253 766983
Exhibitions
Daily
Preston’s Windrush Generation - The first 70 years: an honest and sometimes tough look at the experiences of the Windrush Generation. Until Sun, Nov 25. Harris Museum and Art Gallery, Market Square, Preston. Tel: 01772 258248
Joseph Gudgeon: photographs of Preston’s former indoor market. Sat, Oct 13 until Sun, Nov 25. Harris Museum and Art Gallery, Market Square, Preston. Tel: 01772 258248
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Hide AdNature’s Bounty: an exhibition of art by local artist Margaret Rodwell. Tue, Nov 20 until Thu, Dec 13. Garstang Arts Centre, Croston Road, Garstang. Tel: 01995 606648
Sporting Chorley: Chorley Heritage Centre Group. Free admission. Mon, Wed, Sat & Sun, noon-3.30pm until end of Feb 2019. Farmhouse Gallery, Astley Hall, Chorley PR7 1XA
Frank Hampson – The Man who drew Dan Dare: daily until Mar 16, 2019 The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport. Tel: 01704 533333
Preston Street Style: fashion from the Harris collection against the city to see who wore what where. Harris Museum and Art Gallery, Market Square, Preston. Tel: 01772 258248
Miscellaneous
Daily
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Hide AdMacmillan Drop In Centre: high quality information and support plus a benefits surgery once a fortnight. Opening times vary each week, call for more details. Royal Preston and Chorley & South Ribble Hospitals. Tel: 01772 523709
HG Park Fit Club: Mon-Fri eve/Sat am. Tue/Thu classes at Priory Academy School (£5). Medical questionnaire required. See Facebook ‘HG Park Fit Club’. £4 (first session free), u16s free with paying adult. Hurst Grange Park, Penwortham. Tel: 07958 651908
The Intact Centre: daily workshops and events including computer training, bingo, advice, yoga, aerobics, walking for health, a work club and arts and crafts. The Intact Centre, 49 Whitby Avenue, Ingol. Tel: 01772 760760
Friday
Meat Bingo: all welcome. 8pm. Moor Park Sports & Social Club, Blackpool Road, Preston, PR1 6AD
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Saturday
Spiritual Evening: a demonstration of Mediumship. Refreshments available. £3. 7.30pm every Sat. Bluebell Spiritual Church (behind the Bluebell pub), Church Street, Preston
Sunday
Gospel meetings: all welcome. No charge. 4.30-5.30pm. Parklands High School, Southport Road, Chorley PR7 1LL. Tel: 07933 323775
Spiritual Services: healing 5-6pm, devine service with medium ship 6.30-7.30pm. Preston Ethical Spiritualist Church, 16 Newton Road, Preston PR2 1DY
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Hide AdPreston City Mission: We are an established, independent Christian Fellowship. A warm welcome awaits. 11am and 6.30pm. Free car park. Next to Premier Inn, Corporation Street, Preston. Tel: 077821 390061.
Tuesday
Spiritual Services: demonstration of mediumship 7.30-8.30pm. Preston Ethical Spiritualist Church, 16 Newton Road, Preston PR2 1DY
Wednesday
Gospel meetings: all welcome. No charge. 7.30-8.30pm. Ormskirk School, Wigan Road. L39 2AT. Tel: 07933 323775
Hobbies
Daily
Lancashire Family History and Heraldry Society Research Centre: open Mon, Wed, Fri 10am-4pm, Sat (second & third of month) noon-4pm. Donations appreciated. LFHHS Chorley Family History Research Centre, Astley Hall Farmhouse, Astley Park, PR7 1XA. Tel: 01257 231600
Thursday
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Sewing Club: get help with your project in our fully equipped studio. Every Thu 6.30-9pm. Incandescence Couture, 17 common Garden, Lancaster. Tel: 01524 37633
Cardmaking Class: every Thur morning. Craftyknits, 18 Gillibrand Street, Chorley. Tel: 01257 266900
Friday
Woolcraft: individual and group projects, often raising money for charities. 2pm. Garstang Arts Centre, Croston Road, Garstang. Tel: 01995 606648
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Hide AdChorley FC Multi Sports Activity Programme: with experienced coaches. For boys and girls aged 6-14. £5 per session. Every Fri, 5-6pm, until Dec 14. Southlands High School, Clover Road, Chorley. Tel: 07804 145055
Painting Class: every Fri. St Georges Hall, Preston. Tel 07969 177369
Saturday
Windrush Painting Workshop: use seeds, spices and flowers to create canvases inspired by the Caribbean Islands. Ages 12+. Free. 1-4pm. Book via www.eventbrite.co.uk. Harris Museum and Art Gallery, Market Square, Preston. Tel: 01772 258248
Fleetwood Walk: an hour’s health walk along the promenade followed by a drink and a natter. 2pm. Meet at the Marine Hall, Fleetwood FY7 6HF. Tel: 01253 700066
Saturday, Nov 24
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Tuesday
Woolcraft: individual and group projects, often raising money for charities. Tuesdays, 7pm, except first of the month. Garstang Arts Centre, Croston Road, Garstang. Tel: 01995 606648
Sparkling Wines & Champagne: tasting a wide range of sparkling wines from around the globe. With the Lancashire Wine School. £30. 7pm. Holiday Inn, Preston PR1 3AU. Tel: 01253 301934
Painting Class: every Tue. St Georges Hall, Preston. Tel 07969 177369
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Hide AdSewing Club: get help with your project in our fully equipped studio. Every Tue 5.30-8pm. Incandescence Couture, 17 common Garden, Lancaster. Tel: 01524 37633
Cardmaking Class: every Tue afternoon. Craftyknits, 18 Gillibrand Street, Chorley. Tel: 01257 266900
Wednesday
Sewing Club: get help with your project in our fully equipped studio. Every Wed 9.30am-noon. Incandescence Couture, 17 common Garden, Lancaster. Tel: 01524 37633
Sewing Bee: £5 per session. Every Wed, 9.30-11.30am. St Paul’s Church Hall, Farington Moss, Preston. Tel: 07946 748898
Clubs/Societies
Thursday
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Hide AdWhittle Seniors Art Group: for people aged 50+. Friendly group with mixed level of artists. Every Thu 10am-noon. £3, tutor lead monthly workshops/demos, extra £2. Community Hall, Union Street, Whittle-le-Woods. Tel: 01257 241309
Chorley Lions: a warm welcome given to everyone interested in finding out more. 8pm, first Thu of the month. The Insty, Euxton War Memorial Institute, 195 Wigan Road, Euxton, PR7 6NZ
Wheels for All Cycling: adaptable bikes ride for disable and autism person. 10am-2.30pm Moor Park, Preston. Tel: 07748 207549
Yoga Class: With Frances Heaton. BWY qualified. Relaxed and friendly class, all welcome. Every Thur 10-11.30am. The Mill, St.Catherine’s Park. Tel: 07518469473
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Hide AdZumba: dance your way to fitness burning. £4. 6.30-7.30pm (exc first Thu of month). St Michael’s Village Hall. Tel: 07517 346797
Preston Bridge Club: affiliated to the national body. See www.prestonbridgeclub.co.uk or email [email protected]. 7pm. St Walburge’s Gardens, Weston Street, Preston. Tel: 01772 750179
Farington Art Group: demonstrations, paintalongs, exhibitions and ‘working on your own art nights’ for any medium or level. See www.faringtonartgroup.co.uk. 7-9pm. St Pauls Church Hall, Off Croston Road, Farington. Tel: 01772 339799
Youth Theatre: love drama? Want to have a go?Ages 12-16. £6. 6.30-7.30pm. Ribcaged Studios, 44 York Street, Clitheroe. Tel: 01200 429256
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Hide AdRibcaged Drama Academy: work towards an arts qualification (LAMDA Arts Award). Ages 7-15. £10. 5.30-6.30pm. Ribcaged Studios, 44 York Street, Clitheroe. Tel: 01200 429256
Red Rose A Cappella: a mixed chorus now welcoming female members for the first time in 42 years. See www.redroseacappella.co.uk. Every Thu. 7.30pm. 1 Edward Street, Bamber Bridge. Tel: 07906 768579
Friday
Whittle Seniors Computer Group: for people aged 50+. Tutor lead friendly group for people wanting to better understand how to use the software on their computers. Either bring your own laptop or use one in the computer room. Every Fri 11am-1pm. £3 incl refreshments. Community Hall, Union Street, Whittle-le-Woods. Tel: 01257 241309
Cake & Company: a drop-in for adults. Join us for a chat over cake and a cuppa. Music, board games and good company. All welcome. 10am-noon, third Fri of every month. Christ Church Community Hall, Victoria Road, Fulwood. Tel: 01772 875823
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Lancaster Chess Club: every Tuesday and Friday, 7.30pm. Reform Club, Great John Street, Lancaster. Tel: 01524 884327
Yoga Class: with Frances Heaton. BWY qualified. Relaxed and friendly class, all welcome. Every Fri 10-11.30am. The Mill, St.Catherine’s Park. Tel: 07518 469473
Yoga Classes: with Frances Heaton. BWY qualified. Relaxed and friendly class, all welcome. 2-3.30pm. Over 60’s Club (you don’t need to be over 60), Towneley Road, Longridge. Tel: 07518 469473
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Hide AdPreston Bridge Club: affiliated to the national body. See www.prestonbridgeclub.co.uk or email [email protected]. 7pm. St Walburge’s Gardens, Weston Street, Preston. Tel: 01772 750179
Painting Classes: Ever fancied having a go at painting? Well now’s your chance! With Art tutor Terry O’Toole. Different theme every week. 10am-3pm. St George’s Church Hall, St George’s Road, off Lune Street, Preston. Tel: 07969 177369
Boogie Babies: Baby and Toddler music group. Music, sensory play, light up disco, puppets, toys and much more. No need to book. £3, no charge for siblings. 10-10.45am. Gillies Mar-Jan Dance Studio, Adlington PR6 9LG
Garstang Natives Volleyball Club: with qualified coaches. No need to book. Free ‘come and try sessions’. Every Fri, under 18s/beginners 6.45-7.45pm, improvers/experienced 7.15-8.45pm. Garstang Community Academy Sports Hall. Tel: 07887 501153
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Saturday
Embroiderers Guild - Parbold branch: for those who have an interest in embroidery and textile art. You do not have to be an expert. Email [email protected]. 2-4pm, second Sat of month. Parbold Village Hall, Parbold, WN8 7DN.Tel: 01772 461714
Create!: be creative, play drama games, have fun! Ages 6-11. £12. 9.30am-noon. Ribcaged Studios, 44 York Steet, Clitheroe. Tel: 01200 429256
Sunday
Cafe Church: an hour of puppets, Bible story, crafts, games, songs, refreshments and more. Suitable for all ages, all welcome. No charge but collection taken. Free parking. 9.30am, 2nd Sun in the month. Chorley United Reformed Church, Hollinshead Street, Chorley. Tel: 01257 273222
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Hide AdGarstang Ukulele Group: every Sun, 2-4pm. Garstang Arts Centre, Croston Road, Garstang. Tel: 01995 606408
Monday
Hardy Plant Society North West Group: Matthew Smith of Brighter Blooms on ‘A History of Tulips & Tulipmania’. Plus plant sale. First time visitors free. 7.30pm. Samlesbury War Memorial Hall on Cuerdale Lane, Samlesbury. Tel: 07748 915985
Preston Society - Birdwatching & Natural History: Images From The Preston Society. All welcome. www.prestonsociety.co.uk. £3 OTD. 7.30pm. St. Mary’s Church, Church Ave, Penwortham PR1 0AH. Tel: 07713 975321
Girls Club: for girls 6-16 years. 6.30-8pm. Knowle Green Church, Knowle Green, nr Longridge. Tel: 01254 878394
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Hide AdChorley Photographic Society: competitions, lectures and tuition from a world class society. Beginners and experts welcome. See www.chorleyps.org. Every Mon, 7pm. St Marys Club, West Street, Chorley PR7 2BY
Yoga Class: with Frances Heaton. BWY qualified. All welcome. Every Mon 7-8.30pm. Xavarian Mission Spirituality Centre, 169 Sharoe Green Lane, Fulwood. Tel: 07518 469473
Wheels for All Cycling: adaptable bikes ride for disable and autism person. 10am-2.30pm Moor Park, Preston. Tel: 07748 207549
The Continental Book Club: suggestions are put forward and everyone can have a vote. Free. 7.30pm, second Mon of every month. The Continental, South Meadow Lane, Preston. Tel: 01772 499425
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Hide AdPreston GeekUp: if you are interested in Technology, Computing or Cake, you are sure to be welcomed. Free. 7.30pm, third Mon of every month. The Continental, South Meadow Lane, Preston. Tel: 01772 499425
Western Front Association: non WFA members welcome. 7.30pm, fourth Mon of the month. RAFA Club, Westby House, Golden Hill, Leyland
scRibble Creative Writing Group: friendly, welcoming Preston-based amateur writers’ group that’s always open to new faces. 7.30pm, last Mon of month. The Continental, South Meadow Lane, Preston. Tel: 01772 499425
Yoga Class: with Frances Heaton. BWY qualified. Relaxed and friendly class, all welcome. Every Mon 2-3.30pm. The Mill, St.Catherine’s Park. Tel: 07518 469473
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Hide AdSongbirds: friendly ladies group. No performances, just enjoying singing a wide repertoire. 1.30pm. Garstang Arts Centre, Croston Road, Garstang. Tel: 01995 602904
Albany Table Tennis: for anyone wanting to play table tennis in Chorley. £2.50. Every Mon, 5.45-6.45pm. Albany Academy Bolton Road, Chorley.Tel: 07814 565721
Priory Over 50’s Club: with bingo and tea and biscuits. All welcome. Bus 113 stops outside. Every Mon, 1-3pm. Broadfield Drive, Leyland. Tel: 01772 433465
Preston Bridge Club: affiliated to the national body. See www.prestonbridgeclub.co.uk or email [email protected]. 1pm & 7pm. St Walburge’s Gardens, Weston Street, Preston. Tel: 01772 750179
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Hide AdPenwortham Bridge Club: join us for duplicate bridge. Mon and Thu. 7pm. Galloways, Howick, Penwortham. Tel: 01772 612579
Let’s Grow Preston: learn more about gardening or do something for the community. All welcome. 9.30am-3.30pm.pm. Grange Community Gardens
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Chorley & District Gardening Club: ‘Plant Hunting in Madeira & The Azores’ a talk by Razvan Chisu. Visitors £3, members £1.50 incl. refreshments. 7.30pm. Chorley Cricket Club, Sandringham Road PR7 1LG. Tel: 01257 270371
Chipping Local History Society: Helen Loxam on ‘The evolution of the Lancashire Port Commission, incl. Lancaster and Glasson Dock’. 7.45pm. St. Mary’s Community Hall, Chipping. Tel: 01772 864289
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Hide AdPreston Gardening Society: Peter Foley with ‘Winter Colour in the Garden’. 7.30pm. St Andrew’s Church Hall, Tulketh Road Ashton. Tel: 768637
Lancaster Chess Club: every Tuesday and Friday, 7.30pm. Reform Club, Great John Street, Lancaster. Tel: 01524 884327
Singing for Wellbeing: Life Long Song’s active singing and music workshop. Give it a try – no music reading needed. Every Tue market day, 1.30-3pm (contact to be sure of dates). Galloway’s, 1, Farrington Street, Chorley. Tel: 01257 276178
Yoga Class: with Frances Heaton. BWY qualified. Relaxed and friendly class, all welcome. Every Tue (exc. first Tues of month) 7-8.30pm. The Mill, St.Catherine’s Park. Tel: 07518469473
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Hide AdTuesday Yoga: £4 per session. 9.30-10.45am. Ashton Methodist Church and Community Centre, Wellington Road. Tel: 01772 725264
Luncheon Club Tuesday: two courses plus tea or coffee. £4. Noon. Ashton Methodist Church and Community Centre, Wellington Road. Tel: 01772 725264
Preston Bridge Club: affiliated to the national body. See www.prestonbridgeclub.co.uk or email [email protected]. 7.15pm. St Walburge’s Gardens, Weston Street, Preston. Tel: 01772 750179
Painting Classes: Ever fancied having a go at painting? Well now’s your chance! With Art tutor Terry O’Toole. Different theme every week. 10am-3pm. St John’s Minster, Church Street, Preston. Tel: 07969 177369.
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Hide AdHush a Bye Babies: Baby Massage - suitable from birth. Small, relaxed baby led group. Baby Yoga - suitable for babies 8wks+. Exercise postnatally with your baby. Email: [email protected]. Gillies Mar-Jan Dance Studio, Adlington, PR6 9LG. Tel: 07979 528338
Garstang Running Club: run with a friendly group of people aged 16+. Beginners, including ‘couch to 5k’ catered for. Every Tue, 7pm. Garstang Sports Club. Tel: 01772 864287
Chill Out Tuesdays: a new concept for Mind, Body and Spirit, plus a guest speaker once a term. Meditation/Relaxation - £10, Bellydance - £6, Body Groove - £6. 7.15-8.30pm. Conservative Club, Berry Lane, Longridge. Tel: 07843 079574
Youth Theatre: love drama? Want to have a go?Ages 6-11. £6. 4.30-5.30pm. Clitheroe Library. Tel: 01200 429256
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Hide AdRibcaged Young Professional Actors: train with and perform alongside professional actors. Ages 16-19. £15. 6-8pm. Ribcaged Studios, 44 York Street, Clitheroe. Tel: 01200 429256
Preston Art Society: with speakers and demonstrations. See www.prestonartsociety.weebly.com. £4. Every fortnight, 7-9pm. Queens Drive Primary School, Black Bull Lane, Fulwood. Tel: 01772 785455
Zumba: dance your way to fitness burning. £4. 6.30-7.30pm. St Michael’s Village Hall. Tel: 07517 346797
Cinema Around the Corner Film Club: a place for the film fanatics of Preston to share in the joyous experience of watching great cinema. £3.50. 7pm, every other Tue. The Continental, South Meadow Lane, Preston. Tel: 01772 499425
Wednesday
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Hide AdWheels for All Cycling: beginners to learn to ride cycling training. 10am-2.30pm Moor Park, Preston. Tel: 07748 207549
Avant Garden Club: meets every second Wed of month to discuss seasonal topics 10.30–11.30am. Beginners welcome. £7 inc refreshments. Avant Garden Centre, Wigan Road, Leyland. Tel: 01772 433777
Chorley Artists: Meets on Wednesdays, except 2nd in month. New members very welcome, just come along and bring your paints. 7.30-10pm. St. Chad’s Parish Centre, Town Lane, Whittle-le-Woods, Chorley
Preston Bridge Club: affiliated to the national body. See www.prestonbridgeclub.co.uk or email [email protected]. 12.50pm. St Walburge’s Gardens, Weston Street, Preston. Tel: 01772 750179
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Hide AdYouth Theatre: love drama? Want to have a go?Ages 6-11. £6. 4-5pm. Clitheroe Library. Tel: 01200 429256
Zumba Gold: for the young at heart. Get active with the dance party workout that moves at your pace. £4. 10-11am. Bilsborrow Village Hall. Tel: 07517 346797
PRESTON CHESS CLUB: all standards welcome. See chess.popmalc.org.uk. Every Wed, 7.30pm. Mad Hatters, Fylde Road. Tel: 01772 740882
Preston Life Drawing Group: untutored, bring own materials. £7. 7-9pm every Wed. Galloway Hall (back room), 131 Brackenbury Road, Fulwood. Tel: 07815 676854
Needlework Group: friendly, helpful group enjoying knitting, crochet, embroidery, patchwork and applique. 10am-noon. Garstang Arts Centre, Croston Road, Garstang. Tel: 01995 606408