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Local Events

What better way to enjoy a short break than to immerse yourself in local life. To help you do that, here are some dates for your diary showcasing the fantastic array of fairs, shows and festivals we have within an hour’s drive from the park.

Many of these events are a huge contributor to the local economies and a massive part of local life. We hope you enjoy any you attend and please let us know which events have been your favourite.

OCTOBER

 

Thornton Hall Farm Pumpkin picking, Selected dates between 19th – 31st October

Entry to the farm park and rides, pumpkin picking & mischief manor .  Find out more  here.

Bolton Abbey pumpkin trail, 19th – 31st October

Fun family trail searching for clues to solve a Halloween puzzle. Find out more  here.

Halloween at Greenlands Farm Village, 19th – 31st October

A host of Halloween activies including pumpkin picking, zombie laser tag & Halloween disco. Find out more here.

Bentham Bonfire,  Saturday 26th October

Annual community bonfire & fireworks display at Bentham Auction Mart.  Find out more here.

 

NOVEMBER

 

Autumn Fair, Friday 1st November

Local crafts and gifts, Big Bears pizzas, St John Hospice tombola & raffle at 1922 Bar & Kitchen.  Find out more  here.

Thornton Hall farm Bonfire weekend, Friday 1st & Saturday 2nd November

Bonfire, fireworks display, live entertainment and much more. Find out more  here.

Clitheroe Castle Bonfire , 19th – 31st October

Firework display & bonfire near the historic Clitheroe castle, along with kids rides, food and much more. Find out more here.

Ribblesdale Park Bonfire & Fireworks,  Saturday 2nd November

Bonfire & firework display, food and drink & music from a live DJ.  Find out more here.

Kirkby Lonsdale Bonfire ,  Tuesday 5th November

Annual community bonfire & fireworks display held at Kirkby Lonsdale Rugby Club.  Find out more here.

Light up Lancaster,  7th – 9th November

Annual light installation and display around the city.  Find out more here.

Christmas in Ingleton!,  Saturday 16th November

Live music, stalls, Alpacas, Santa’s grotto & Elf Run. 

Polar Express,  15th  November – 20th December

Enjoy all the excitement of the festive film in real life.  Find out more here.

Crafts in the Pen at Skipton Auction mart,  Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th November

Local craft stalls featuring gifts and Santa’s grotto.  Find out more here.

The Borrowers at Dukes Theatre Lancaster,  Selected dates 22nd November – 31st December

A Festive production of the beloved classic.  Find out more here.

Christmas event at Country Harvest,  Friday 22nd November

Annual event including local food & drink, festive fun.  Find out more here.

Skipton Christmas lights switch on,  Sunday 24th November

Annual switching on of the xmas lights, with entertainment, food & drink & including the Santa Fun Run.  Find out more here.

Settle Christmas Market & Lights switch on,  Saturday 30th November

Lively festive market with family entertainment and live music before the switch on at 5pm.  

 

DECEMBER

 

Christmas grotto at Bolton Abbey , Selected dates between 23rd November – 23rd December

A bumper festive day out including hot chocolate making, festive crafts, and Santa’s grotto.  Find out more  here.

Dick Whittington & his Cat at Lancaster Grand Theatre,  Selected dates 30th November – 29th December

A Family panto full of adventure and fun .  Find out more here.

Christmas Markets Skipton , Sunday 1st & Sunday 8th December

Traditional Christmas market with festive music stage and food & drink.  Find out more  here.

Opera for the People at Bentham Golf Course , Sunday 1st December

Nicola Mills entertains with a mixture of opera and show tunes in aid of Longstaff Educational foundation.  Find out more  here.

Christmas Tales with Mrs Claus at St Marys Church, Kirkby Lonsdale , Sunday 1st December

Festive storytelling experience with photo opportunity.  Find out more  here.

Christmas Markets at Beetham Nurseries , Thursday 5th – Sunday 8th December

Festive chalets featuring local food & drink, local businesses and family fun.  Find out more  here.

Christmas Market at Kirkby Lonsdale , Friday 6th  – Sunday 8th December

Traditional Christmas market with festive food & drink.  Find out more  here.

Beauty & The Beast Adult Panto at Lancaster Grand Theatre,  Selected dates 7th – 22nd December

A panto with a difference – you have to be over 18 to go!  .  Find out more here.

Santa’s Grotto at Ingleborough Cave , Selected dates between 7th – 23rd December

Entrance to the nature trail, an exciting meeting with Santa in his underground grotto and a Christmas gift.  Find out more  here.

Santa’s Grotto at White Scar Cave , Selected dates between 7th – 23rd December

Father Christmas will be handing out gifts at the entrance and the cave is decorated with a festive theme .  Find out more  here.

Christmas in the Mart at Bentham Auction , Friday 13th & Saturday 14th December

Annual festive crafts stall with carol service, tractor run, and much more.  Find out more  here.

Christmas Adventure at Thornton Hall Country Park , various dates throughout December

An enchanting adventure through a yuletide village to help Father Christmas.  Find out more  here.

We hope you will enjoy staying with us as the perfect base to experience any of the events listed above…. BOOK HERE

 

 

 

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