The spring sun is shining, making it the perfect moment to showcase what’s next at Harewood.
Take a look at just some of the festivals and experiences we have coming up over the next few months. There’s so much happening, we couldn’t fit it all into one email. So don't forget to head over to our What’s On page for the full lineup of upcoming events.
Back, bigger and better than ever, the Great British Food Festival returns for a weekend of foodie heaven. This year brings even more for families, with a dedicated Kids’ Zone packed full of fun for all ages. Roaming entertainment will add extra energy and surprise throughout the site, making it a lively experience from start to finish.
Book your tickets online in advance to take advantage of discounted rates. A limited number of tickets may be available at the door, but they’re selling fast.
Get ready for a sensational celebration of iconic music. Featuring some of the UK’s top tribute acts, showcasing music from top artists such as ABBA, Arctic Monkeys, Kaiser Chiefs, Ed Sheeran, Elton John, Fleetwood Mac, Oasis & Queen.
As well as cars galore, VW Festival delivers a fun-filled, jam-packed weekend of family activities, shopping, street food and bars, all mixed in with fantastic live music and entertainment throughout.
Adventure Cinema is back with a fantastic lineup of outdoor screenings for all ages. Check out what's on below. We're also excited to announce that they will be returning this autumn with a special season of spooky screenings!
Give yourself a well-earned break and join Harewood Holistics on the stunning Terrace for Sun Salutations through the Seasons. Taking place before Harewood opens to the public, this is the perfect opportunity to focus on your breathing and inner peace.
Harewood is an independent charitable educational trust and accredited museum established to maintain and develop Harewood, its collections, and grounds for the public benefit. Registered Charity No. 517753
Find calm moments this May
Surrounded by spring colour and historic beauty, this May is the perfect moment to slow down, get creative and explore wellbeing across our sites.
Temple Newsam’s bluebells and azaleas are at their best - a beautiful spot to slow down and soak up spring.
Discover our Abbey House and Kirkstall Abbey Wellbeing Week events alongside a whole host of feel‑good experiences - beautiful views, brilliant art and adorable animals to lift your spirits.
A chance to get some fresh air and fresh thoughts and a taster of Raja Yoga meditation – and to reflect on the beautiful qualities we all have inside us, in beautiful surroundings.
Join local poet Clare Wigzell for an hour of quiet contemplation. We will listen to some poems, walk in silence within the abbey and grounds and connect to our inner selves.
Join us in greeting our Springtime Babies, where you can get up close with adorable newborn animals - fluffy lambs, playful piglets, curious calves, tiny chicks, and more.
Join us for for an inspiring talk by Polly Atkin an award‑winning writer living with disability as she presents a moving exploration of creativity, resilience, and the natural world.
Leeds Museums & Galleries tickets are administered by Leeds Ticket Hub, the city's cultural ticket office
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Meet Leeds' newest resident string quartet, Opus13. Sonoko, Edvard, Albin and Daniel were first prize-winners at both the Wigmore Hall String Quartet Competition and the Bordeaux International String Quartet Competition in spring 2025, and begin their three year residency in Leeds at the end of the month. There's still time to save 20% on tickets, find out more about our multibuy ticket offers.
Details for our free Summer Bands in Leeds Parks concerts are now available on our website. Concerts take place every Sunday afternoon at 2.30pm in over 30 parks and green spaces across the city. They're free to attend, no booking required, so invite all your loved ones to enjoy some music al fresco! View concert information.
See you at a concert soon, Leeds International Concert Season
Enjoy an evening of brass band favourites from the Brighouse & Rastrick Band, widely regarded as the best and most consistent ‘public subscription band’ in the world. The band is most known for its 1977 hit parade success The Floral Dance which reached No 2 in the UK charts. View the full programme.
The opening concert of Opus13's inaugural Quartet in Residence series offers a rich mix of familiar classics and striking modern music. From Joseph Haydn’s elegant Quartet Op 74, No 1, to Norwegian composer Knut Vaage’s bold and modern Bumerang and Franz Schubert’s dramatic Death and the Maiden, this opening concert sets the tone for an exciting new residency.
Featuring great entertainment from the region’s best brass, jazz and concert bands, these relaxed outdoor Sunday afternoon concerts offer the chance to enjoy live music alfresco in some of Leeds’ most beautiful parks and green spaces. With events happening in over 30 locations and over 100 concerts to choose from, there’s something for everyone just around the corner. Download the concert information pdf.
Every Sunday, 2.30pm in parks across Leeds Free admission, simply turn up and enjoy the music!
The world-famous Black Dyke Band rounds off the season with this special festival where they share the stage with guest bands including the Yorkshire Youth Band, Armthorpe Elmfield Band, Delph Band, Murley Silver Band, Abergavenny Borough Band, and Summerbridge and Dacre Silver Band. Book now for a fantastic afternoon of music including Pines of Rome, Cats Tales, and solos from cornet player Tom Hutchinson and percussionist Gareth Hand.
This summer’s Ryedale Festival brings together exciting performers, creative ideas, and the pleasure of listening together in beautiful Yorkshire places. Enjoy 60 events in 40 different venues including vocal ensemble The Gesualdo Six, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, Royal Northern Sinfonia, cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason performing with his sister pianist Isata Kanneh-Mason, pianists Benjamin Grosvenor and Junyan Chen, a selection of brilliant BBC Radio 3 New Generation Artists, lots of family music events and much, much more!
Leeds International Concert Season is part ofLeeds Ticket Hub, the city's cultural ticket office: Leeds Ticket Hub, Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 3AD.
Gallery interior featuring Ro Robertson’s 'Torso III' 2022. Work courtesy the artist and Maximillian William, London. Photograph by Michael Godsall.
Summer of Sculpture begins this month
May sees the start of Leeds Art Gallery's new season of exhibitions, Summer of Sculpture.
Running until early October, Summer of Sculpture will feature an impressive programme of thought-provoking exhibitions and installations dedicated to sculptural form. It includes eye-catching pieces by celebrated twentieth century sculptors, as well as new work by contemporary leading lights.
Scroll to find out about shows launching later this month.
Jean (Hans) Arp, 'Gesticulating' 1964 (plaster between 1964–72), Gift of the Stiftung Arp e. V., Berlin, 2024. Photo: Rüdiger Lubricht, Worpswede
Arp: The Plasters
22 May - 4 October
A new exhibition celebrating the recent acquisition of a group of plaster sculptures by French-German sculptor, painter and poet Jean (Hans) Arp (1886-1966), a gift from the Stiftung Arp, e.V. to Leeds Museums and Galleries and The Hepworth Wakefield.
Garth Evans, 'Hatch' 2023.Hydrocal plaster. Courtesy the artist
Garth Evans: The Anti-Virus Sculptures
22 May - 4 October
Curated by Sam Cornish, this exhibition will showcase 50 of Garth Evans’ vibrant, small-scale Anti-Virus Sculptures, created at his home in Connecticut during the first Covid lockdown.
Hannah Catherine Jones, 'Bimshire: Journey ('to join Mother')' 2026. Courtesy the artist
Hannah Catherine Jones: UNEARTHING(S)
22 May - 30 August
A Yorkshire Contemporary commission for Leeds Art Gallery, artist, composer and multi-instrumentalist Jones will explore individual and collective themes of grief and regeneration while drawing upon her own history and experience growing up as part of Yorkshire’s Caribbean diaspora. Funded by Arts Council England, Art Fund, Henry Moore Foundation and a Research Support Award from Goldsmiths, University of London.
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Look forward to Spring Sessions – Stan Smith and The North Country on Saturday 9th May 4-6pm, a warm, acoustic-style afternoon of Alt-Country/Americana with musicians bringing heart, soul and raw storytelling to every chord and lyric. Seven Bar. Pay What You Feel. Organised by Mewl Music.
Also on Saturday 9th May, 7.30pm, Chechelele World Music Choir & Paula Ryan. Chechelele presents a head-spinning and toe-tapping trip across continents and cultures, including an opening performance from ‘Gaelic funkstress’ Paula Ryan. Seven Venue. Advance £10 / £14 on the door. Mewl Music.
On Sunday 10th May, 1.30-4pm, JazzLeeds - Adam Fairhall and Johnny Hunter celebrate the music of American jazz pianist, arranger, and composer Mary Lou Williams.Seven Venue. £12 /£10 conc in advance /£12 on the door. Doors 1pm. Organised by JazzLeeds.
And later, at 7.30pm on Sunday 10th May, the Seven Quiz, this and every Sunday. Test your knowledge in a relaxed atmosphere – a great way to unwind with friends and family. Seven Bar. £5 per team. With prizes.
Where the event is ticketed, tickets are available at TicketSource via www.sevenleeds.co.uk We look forward to seeing you at Seven very soon. Every £ spent at Seven helps support high quality arts in a local setting.
This week’s lineup features an R&B jam, soulful singers, A Love Supreme, swinging jazz, northern soul, a brass band and the latest Joining the Dots booking.
Keep reading for this week’s Domino winner, upcoming gigs, the music lineup and our break-even.
Much love
The Domino Club.
2026 Domino Prize Draw
This weeks winner is...
Claire Flannigan
Congratulations, we'll be in touch!
Every week, one lucky reader from our mailing list gets a limited-edition, engraved 2026 Domino.
Not only a thing of beauty, a 2026 Domino gets you and a friend queue jump and free entry on standard nights, a welcome cocktail each everytime you visit us in 2026, and first access to special events throughout the year.
This Weeks Break-Even
Balvenie 21 YO
Portwood Finish | 40% ABV
Here we have the flagship single malt from Balvenie’s celebrated Portwood range.
The 21 Year Old is a marriage of rare Balvenie whiskies, carefully finished in 30-year-old port pipes for added depth and finesse. First released in 1996, it remains a standout example of balance and refinement – offering soft fruit, warming spice and a long, elegant finish.
A classic Speyside dram with real pedigree.
Break-Even Price £6.83
Usual Price £30.86
Upcoming Highlights
It's Cabaret!
(The Second Act) Doors 7pm - Live Music from 7:30pm
It’s Cabaret returns for another night of Live Music, Theatre and Cabaret.
Mary-Jane Collins is a Leeds based R&B, Jazz/soul fusion singer.She brings her fiery passion, magnetic energy and soul into all that she performs and it’s a magic that you have to see to believe. Whether it’s classic soul covers or jazz deep cuts she is sure to bring her unique take to any genre.
Knock Out Brass Band are a Manchester-based brass ensemble.
Made up of a groovy sousaphone, hard hitting drum beats, a couple of trumpets and trombones, expect a huge range of genres from rock, funk and pop to traditional second-line New Orleans processions.
Phantom Bagman are a North East based Indie Jazz Group.
Fusing elements of Indie Rock, Funk, and Soul with Modern Jazz aesthetics, Phantom Bagman create a sound unique to the roster of people involved, and the city that has brought them together.
Three Short Ballets is back with a new trio of works you don't want to miss!
An audience favourite, Fools by Olivier Award-winning choreographer Mthuthuzeli November returns to the stage with a passionate tale of star-crossed lovers.
An iconic piece of 20th century dance, Hans van Manen's Five Tangos combines the poised precision of ballet with the smouldering drama of the Argentine tango.
A world premiere, Tiler Peck is bringing a brand-new work set to composer Franz Liszt’s Grande Étude de Paganini, played live by a virtuoso concert pianist.
Three Short Ballets
Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre, Leeds
18 - 26 September 2026
Use the promo code TSB26 to access Priority Booking
Federico Bonelli's position as Artistic Director is generously supported by Aud Jebsen.
Production supported by
Photos by Emily Nuttall
Northern Ballet registered charity number: 259140. Company registration number: 947096. VAT number 202 0374 70.
Hello from Leeds Town Hall!
Over the coming months we’ll be shining a spotlight on some of the specialist contractors working on Leeds Town Hall's refurbishment, from talented Yorkshire‑based teams to experts travelling from further afield, highlighting the exceptional craft and care going into the work.
Meet the contractor: Stone Edge Restoration
Our first spotlight is on Stone Edge Restoration, an award-winning building restoration and conservation company operating across the north of England. They specialise in historic and listed buildings, churches, ancient sites and monuments.
By using sympathetic materials and traditional methods, they ensure that repairs and replacements work with the building, are sustainable and long-lasting.
Recently the team has carefully lifted and flipped the stone flags in the loggia (the large area at the top of the steps immediately in front of the main entrance doors). This has revealed the remarkable condition of the undersides, some of which still feature original pencil markings from when the flags were originally laid in the 1850s. The flags have also been ramped, allowing wheelchair users to enter through the main doors for the first time in the building’s history.
Gold leaf has been applied to the pier cap iron collars.
New stone installed at the base of the columns.
The front steps have been repointed and cleaned.
History under our feet
While working in the loggia, Stone Edge uncovered a small piece of Leeds’ history: fragments of an old tram ticket.
Despite the damage, you can still make out several stops, including City Square, Hollis Street, Thwaite Gate and what looks like the edge of the Corn Exchange.
Although there’s no visible date, Leeds trams operated between 1871 and 1959, making this a really special find.
A pop of green!
Elsewhere in the building, these glossy green tiles have been fitted in the lower access area and will soon appear in other places around the building.
They are Casa Ceramica Relief tiles in Gloss Green 31, chosen to complement the historic interiors while adding a fresh and contemporary touch to these newly refurbished spaces.
For all the latest from Leeds Town Hall, including progress updates, images and behind‑the‑scenes details, visit the Leeds Town Hall website or follow Leeds Town Hall on social media.
Thank you for following our refurbishment journey, Leeds Town Hall
Adopt an organ pipe
You can adopt any of the 6000+ pipes that will make up the newly refurbished Leeds Town Hall organ, a third of which will be brand new. In return, you'll receive a hand-drawn certificate by artists Robert Woodland MBE and Debra Miller, your name will be added to our website and will also be in a book that will be kept inside the organ once the instrument is rebuilt.
Pipes start at just £5, the perfect gift or tribute for a loved one, or personal keepsake.
Leeds Town Hall is part of Leeds Ticket Hub, the city's cultural ticket office: Leeds Ticket Hub, Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 3AD.
We warmly invite you to join us for Flying High: Creating Flags of Awe & Wonder, a very special flag-making project for our times, which visually and colourfully captures and celebrates all that is AWE-some and WONDER-full about our Holbeck & South Leeds communities!
We are part of something much bigger than ourselves. The aim of this project is to create a collection of handmade silk pennant flags which will represent and celebrate the human experience of awe, which is by far the least scientifically researched emotion, capturing images of the wonder-full and the awe-some which we find all around us every day, right on our doorsteps.
Together, we’ll explore all the ways we connect to awe and wonder: including by being outdoors in nature (a garden, a park, a local green space), connecting with other people (finding awe in the moral beauty, kindness and courage of others), in spirituality or our own religious practice, or through music. And these are just some examples!
We warmly invite you to join us in bringing our collective attention to everyday sources of awe and wonder, recording the things we find awe-some and wonder-full around us, whether that’s by taking a photograph, writing some words, or a drawing or sketch.
Together, we’ll translate these into images which will be hand-painted onto silk pennant flags, using batik techniques. Don’t worry if you’ve never done anything like this before: no experience necessary! By creating a series of vibrant and colourful flags in celebration of what we discover, we will make a community resource to be presented, displayed and enjoyed at outdoor events for years to come.
The creative workshop sessions are open to adults from across South Leeds, free to attend, and you can come along to as many of them as you would like. Refreshments will be provided, and please talk to us if childcare is a consideration for you.
How To Sign Up
You can sign up for the creative workshops here:
For further information or if you have any questions please send us an email: info@slunglow.org or call us 07305 155698
All the workshops will be held at: The Warehouse in Holbeck, Crosby St, Holbeck LS11 9RQ
The workshops are also drop-in, so you’re welcome to come to The Warehouse in Holbeck on the day of the session. By signing up to let us know you’ll be attending, this helps us to plan ahead though!
Creative Workshop Dates & Times: Weds 13th May 10.30am til 3pm - Flying High project introduction and masterclass with Kinetika’s lead artist Ali Pretty and members of the Slung Low team. With a vegan lunch provided, we’ll discuss the themes of the project, take a short walk together down to Holbeck Moor, and start to gather design ideas.
Over the following five weeks we’ll hold a series of drop-in workshop sessions. You’re welcome to join as many of these as you’d like. Times & dates of these sessions to be announced on our website and social media channels soon!
Thursday 25th June – Sunday 28th June: Flying High design and making workshops where together we’ll be making the final designs, then painting and waxing the pennant flags.
Widely regarded as the world’s most consistent public subscription band, Brighouse & Rastrick Band brings the Leeds Best of Brass 2025/26 series to a powerful close on Saturday 9 May at Pudsey Civic Hall.
The programme reflects the breadth and authority that the band is known for, featuring classic brass repertoire alongside crowd‑pleasing favourites and contemporary writing. Highlights include Hector Berlioz’s Le carnaval romain overture, Emmanuel Chabrier’s vibrant España, Edward Gregson’s Variations on Laudate Dominum, and Johann Sebastian Bach’s Toccata in D Minor, alongside impressive solo features for flugelhorn, cornet, baritone and tuba.
Join us for a fitting final concert of the season, as one of the great names of the brass band world brings Leeds Best of Brass to a thrilling close.
See you at a concert soon, Leeds International Concert Season
Here's a taster of what to expect from an evening with the Brighouse & Rastrick Band. Watch the band's winning performance at Whit Friday at Delph 2022.
After nearly seven years with the Brighouse & Rastrick Band earlier in her career, Lucy Cutt returned to the band in September 2025, taking up her place once again on flugel horn. In her interview, Lucy reflects on what it means to be back playing with one of the world’s leading brass bands.
The world-famous Black Dyke Band rounds off the season with this special festival where they share the stage with guest bands including the Yorkshire Youth Band, Armthorpe Elmfield Band, Delph Band, Murley Silver Band, Abergavenny Borough Band, and Summerbridge and Dacre Silver Band. Book now for a fantastic afternoon of music including Pines of Rome, Cats Tales, and solos from cornet player Tom Hutchinson and percussionist Gareth Hand.
Leeds International Concert Season is part ofLeeds Ticket Hub, the city's cultural ticket office: Leeds Ticket Hub, Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 3AD.
What's On: 8–14 May
Welcome to your cinema listings.
The UK is a wild and beautiful place, but did you know that the vast majority of it is off limits to the general public, and 92% of land and 97% of all rivers in England not legally accessible?
This week, the new documentary Our Land dives into the complex terrain of the Right to Roam movement, exploring mass trespass campaigns and challenging age-old myths about property and place.
The only thing you need to explore Pictureville is a cinema ticket, so keep scrolling to uncover world cinema, classic anniversary screenings and family favourites made accessible for all.
The latest high-stakes instalment in the blockbuster video game franchise in all its brutal glory.
This time, the fan favourite champions—now joined by Johnny Cage himself—are pitted against one another in the ultimate, no-holds barred, gory battle to defeat the dark rule of Shao Kahn that threatens the very existence of the Earthrealm and its defenders.
POWER UP
Keep the gaming action going at the National Science and Media Museum with Power Up and immerse yourself in a hands-on gaming experience, featuring classic arcade games and iconic consoles.
Through organised 'mass trespass' events, the Right to Roam movement sets out to increase public access to nature, but finds itself in conflict with England's landowners.
Articulately presenting arguments from both sides, the film challenges age-old beliefs around property that have shaped our relationship with the land for over a thousand years. And as the battle for nature continues the film asks the vital question, who truly has the right to roam?
Pick up an Our Land postcard on your next Pictureville visit and you'll find a QR code leading to a curated guide of hidden walks around the country!
The screening of Our Land on Wednesday 11 May will be baby-friendly. We offer baby-friendly screenings every other Wednesday morning, with a relaxed atmosphere for adults with a child under one year old.
A darling of Spanish arthouse cinema, Carla Simón’s third feature – nominated in 6 categories at the 2026 Goya Awards – is the concluding episode of the filmmaker’s semi-autobiographical trio of films exploring her upbringing and family history.
With her mother's diary in hand, a woman’s search for official documents for university leads her to her biological family on the Atlantic coast.
What starts as an administrative quest reveals long-buried family secrets…
The life of a young musical virtuoso takes a turn after she meets Antonio Vivaldi, a brilliant and ambitious composer who becomes the new violin teacher.
With unprecedented access to the official archives and intimate recollections from the band, both current and past, Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition invites fans into the world of the iconic rockers.
“If you’re an Iron Maiden fan, you’re part of one family.”
In Disney’s musical-comedy Asha, a sharp-witted idealist, makes a wish so powerful that it is answered by a little ball of boundless energy called Star.
Take in an epic 3D adventure on our largest cinema screen for a cheaper price than a feature film and discover prehistoric action and out of this world exploration.
Our cinemas are open to everyone—discover all our special screenings and accessible options on our website.
This week you'll find a Subtitled Sunday screening of award-winning Spanish drama Romería, dubbed a "distinctive, intelligent, sympathetic drama” by Peter Bradshaw in The Guardian.
Ian McKellen, James Corden and Michaela Coel star in Steven Soderbergh’s stylish comedy-drama set in the art world.
“The actors play off each other beautifully in an intimate London-set comedy drama about art, commerce and the mess in-between. Four stars.” – The Guardian
In this thrilling space adventure, science teacher Ryland Grace (Ryan Gosling) wakes up on a spaceship light years from home with no recollection of who he is or how he got there.
We now take sound technology for granted. But what was it like when that technology was new?
In introducing Alarm Notes, Gregory Radick will try to convey something of the excitement around the phonograph after its invention by Thomas Edison in 1877.
Widescreen Weekend returns this autumn from 24–28 September for five days of unmissable widescreen cinema, celebrating large-screen formats and Pictureville's unique cinema technology.
Expect print film, special events and of course, our world-renowned Cinerama screen as we welcome film-lovers back to the National Science and Media Museum's annual celebration of big, bold cinema.
We'd love to see you there, so save the date, follow us on social media to be the first to know when passes are on sale.
Give the gift of great cinema with our brand-new gift memberships and vouchers.
Treat the film lover in your life to a full year of fun, from the latest releases to their old favourites, exclusive events and tasty treats, all at Yorkshire’s biggest independent cinema.
Make that gift extra special with our gift card holder, perfect for wrapping up and passing along to that special someone. Please note this can only be collected at the bar upon purchase of a gift membership.
The National Science and Media Museum (as part of the Science Museum Group) is an exempt charity as listed in Schedule 3 of the Charities Act 2011 and is recognised as charitable by HM Revenue & Customs.
WIDESCREEN WEEKEND 2026
PROGRAMME ANNOUNCEMENT
Take your seat for an unmissable weekend of classic and epic cinema this September as Widescreen Weekend takes place at Pictureville Cinema for its 30th Anniversary. Join us across our three cinemas; Pictureville, Cubby Broccoli and IMAX and celebrate our 30th edition with a selection of films that are meant to be seen on the big screen.
Keep scrolling for more information about our festival strands or head straight to our website and grab yourself a festival pass today.
Introduced in 1956 with its first feature production, The Monte Carlo Story, Technirama quickly gained a reputation for gorgeous photography and as the preferred format for international productions and large-scale epics, eventually expanding into 70mm presentation with Super Technirama 70.
This strand marks the 70th anniversary of Technirama, celebrating a process that successfully balanced high image quality with immense cinematic scale.
El Cid (U) Dir. Anthony Mann USA/Italy 1961 182 mins [SMILEBOX DIGITAL] Cast: Charlton Heston, Sophia Loren, Raf Vallone
Auntie Mame (U) Dir. Morton DaCosta USA 1958 143 mins [DIGITAL] Cast: Rosalind Russell, Forrest Tucker, Coral Browne
The Big Country (PG) Dir. William Wyler USA 1958 166 mins [DIGITAL] Cast: Gregory Peck, Jean Simmons, Charlton Heston, Burl Ives
THE INDIAN WESTERN
Central to the Indian Western is the figure of the dacoit (bandit), a character that can be traced back to the 1940s in Hindi cinema and even earlier in Indian film history. Archetypically portrayed as an outlaw, the dacoit has long served as a personification of villainy but also bears a strong resemblance to the American cowboy.
Widescreen Weekend is proud to present a selection of films exploring 'The Indian Western' alongside writer, scholar and international film curator Dr. Omar Ahmed.
Sholay (15) Dir. Ramesh Sippy India 1975 204 mins [DIGITAL] Cast: Dharmendra, Amitabh Bachchan, Hema Malini, Amjad Khan Includes English subtitles
Omkara (15) Dir. Vishal Bhardwaj India 2006 155 mins [DIGITAL] Cast: Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Konkona Sen Sharma Includes English subtitles
Sonchiriya (15) Dir. Abhishek Chaubey India 2019 143 mins [DIGITAL] Cast: Sushant Singh Rajput, Bhumi Pednekar, Manoj Bajpayee Includes English subtitles
SHOWSTOPPERS!
Widescreen Weekend is no stranger to the magic of the musical as many showstoppers, dance numbers and dream ballet have graced the silver screen of Pictureville over the years. This year will certainly be no different, bringing you a selection of musicals to delight and entertain, some of which are timeless classics and others which you may be seeing for the very first time.
We are delighted to be partnering with Dominic Broomfield-McHugh, Professor of Musicology at the University of Sheffield and a world-leading expert on musical theatre and film on this strand.
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (U) Dir. David Swift USA 1967 121 mins [DIGITAL] Cast: Robert Morse, Michele Lee, Rudy Vallée
I Could Go on Singing (U) Dir. Ronald Neame UK/USA 1963 106 mins [DIGITAL] Cast: Judy Garland, Dirk Bogarde, Jack Klugman
Moulin Rouge! (12A) Dir. Baz Luhrmann Australia/USA 2001 127 mins [35MM] Cast: Nicole Kidman, Ewan McGregor, John Leguizamo, Jim Broadbent
CINERAMA
As the last remaining public Cinerama venue in the world, Pictureville and Widescreen Weekend wants to offer as many opportunities to see the groundbreaking 1950’s cinema technology as possible and to ensure the format endures and can be enjoyed by all.
This year, we’re thrilled to present an authentic 3-strip Cinerama screening, showcasing the intricate projection technique in all its glory.
How the West Was Won (U) Dir. John Ford / Henry Hathaway / George Marshall USA 1962 164 mins [3-STRIP CINERAMA] Cast: James Stewart, John Wayne, Gregory Peck, Debbie Reynolds
SPECIAL SCREENINGS AND EVENTS
Rare prints, new restorations and recent releases that we feel honour the legacy of the Widescreen Era of film. Expect glorious 70mm screenings, cult classics and blockbusters and maybe some surprises to come.
One Battle After Another (15) Dir. Paul Thomas Anderson USA 2025 155 mins [70MM] Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Wood Harris, Paul Grimstad, Dijon Duenas, Brooklyn Demme
Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair (18) Dir. Quentin Tarantino USA 2026 253 mins [35MM] Cast: Uma Thurman, Lucy Liu, David Carradine, Vivica A. Fox
The Searchers (U) Dir. John Ford USA 1956 119 mins [70MM] Cast: John Wayne, Jeffrey Hunter, Natalie Wood
Bradford Libraries Events and Activities
NEWS! NEWS! NEWS!
Happy Friday! We are pleased to let you know that we now have a Facebook Page dedicated to City Library events and news in Bradford.
For events across ALL our libraries (because, after all, you are welcome at ANY of them) please follow our Bradford Libraries Facebook page here; Facebook
Short Story Collection launch; Bradford District Lines
Book Launch - Short Story Collection Bradford District Lines
City Library - Friday 15th May - 7pm
Join us at City Library for an evening with Ryall Hall, reading from his new collection of short stories Bradford District Lines, including a guest reading from Bradford Writing legend, Bill Broady.
Inspired by the announcement that Bradford had won its bid for City of Culture 2025, Ryall Hall wrote a short story for each of its 24 postal districts. He shared one story online each fortnight throughout 2025. These are presented together for the first time in hard copy as, ‘Bradford District Lines’.
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Weekly news update - Friday, 8 May
Memorial service to mark the 41st anniversary of the Bradford City Valley Parade Fire Disaster
Photo showing flowers with the number '56' which represents the number of people who died in the disaster.
Monday 11 May, 2026 marks the 41st anniversary of the Valley Parade Fire Disaster.
Members of the public are invited to attend a service at the Bradford City Fire Memorial sculpture in Centenary Square on Monday, 11 May (11am) to pay their respects to the 56 people who died in the disaster in 1985.
The service is attended by the relatives and friends of those who lost their lives or were injured in the tragedy.
A photo showing a baby safely strapped into a car seat.
Working in partnership with the Good Egg Guide, free pop-by safety checks will be taking place on Thursday, 14 May at Tesco Car Park, Peel Centre, Valley Road, Bradford BD1 4RB (10am - 3pm).
You can also have a free tyre safety check from 10am - 1pm.
2 in 3 child car seats are fitted incorrectly and over 6 million tyres in the UK are illegal so take advantage and get your checked for free.
New exhibition at Cartwright Hall Art Gallery - the history of the ‘Somali Village’
Photo showing Sultan Ali al-Urfa (second from right), leader of the Somali Village, selected members of his own extended family and clan to form the ethnographic troupe. (In private collection)
A new exhibition opens at Cartwright Hall Art Gallery on Saturday 9 May which revisits the history of the ‘Somali Village’ at Bradford’s 1904 Great Exhibition.
The 1904 Exhibition marked the recent opening of Cartwright Hall and attracted 2.4 million visitors. Its most popular attraction was a touring group of 57 Muslim men, women, and children from the Horn of Africa who lived and worked in Lister Park.
Rather than passive exhibits, they referred to themselves as Arwo, a Somali term for people of the market. Drawing on archaeological finds from the park and items loaned by the community, the exhibition presents evidence of the Village’s daily life. It highlights a Somali material culture shaped by knowledge, creativity, and complex social relations.
The exhibition re-examines the Edwardian racial hierarchies that shaped how the Village was originally presented, including through widely sold postcards. It also shows that two-thirds of the profits from the 1904 Exhibition, including those generated by the Somali Village, were used to develop and expand Cartwright Hall’s civic art collection between 1906 and 1928.
Pathways pop-up stall supporting young onset dementia
Photo showing the outside of Darley Street Market.
On Saturday 9 May, (11am - 5pm) Pathways dementia group are holding a pop-up stall at Darley Street Kitchen. Discover hand-made gifts and pre-loved books and clothes, all to raise funds for Pathways young onset dementia group.
Pathways are a support group for those affected by young onset dementia (also known as working-age dementia) in the Bradford District. The group meet once a month and provide information and support in a non judgemental, supportive environment.
You can sign up for an e-newsletter specifically from Bradford Markets to find out all the latest news.
An image showing words that represent short stories that form the ‘Bradford District Lines’ short story collection.
City Library - Friday 15 May (7pm - 8.30pm)
Join an evening with Ryall Hall, reading from his new collection of short stories Bradford District Lines.
Inspired by the announcement that Bradford had won its bid for City of Culture 2025, Ryall Hall wrote a short story for each of its 24 postal districts. He shared one story online each fortnight throughout 2025. These are presented together for the first time in hard copy as, ‘Bradford District Lines’.
Free to attend. Light refreshments will be available.
Photo showing children playing around a play tent supported by a childminder.
We are looking for committed people to become Bradford district childminders.
Meet James (above) who alongside his wife Jenna, are Bradford district childminders.
Watch Jenna and James's video about being childminders here.
James said: "If I was to describe my job in three words it would be fun, happy and rewarding.There's no such thing as a typical day, we do different things every day.
One day we could be at the local residential home for a party, and the next day we are out climbing trees. It's all about providing different experiences for the children."
The first step is signing up for a free childminding information and registration session, you can find out more and sign up here.
Benefits of childminding as a career, include:
flexibility to fit around your life
it's a rewarding job
you can vary what you do each day
the chance to create strong bonds with children and their families.
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Online Workshop: Income Generation (Wednesday 20 May, 10am)
If you’re exploring a business idea, testing a side‑hustle, or taking your first steps as an entrepreneur, our next Income Generation workshop is the perfect place to build momentum.
Join Community‑Based Business Coaches on Wednesday 20 May at 10am for a practical, energising session focused on helping you understand the simplest, most time and cost‑efficient ways to start earning from your activities.
This workshop has quickly become one of our most popular offers and the immediate feedback speaks for itself:
“Fantastic workshop, full of wisdom and very useful knowledge ‘golden nuggets’.”
“Really insightful — thank you both.”
“Very enlightening. I love the approach of storytelling to market yourself.”
“This has been really helpful.”
These workshops are a brilliant way to build confidence, gain clarity, and connect with others on the same journey. And because this session is online, it’s open to anyone in the Bradford district.
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Events and What's On across the Bradford district
Wednesday @ One - Organ Recital
Until Wednesday, 8 July (1pm) at Bradford Cathedral
FREE
Bradford Cathedral’s weekly organ recital series showcases top‑class performers presenting music from across the centuries in a relaxed and welcoming setting. This season focuses on the theme 250 years since the American Declaration of Independence.
Until Sunday, 15 November (10am - 4pm) at Bradford Industrial Museum
FREE
Made by Many Hands is an exhibition that aims to celebrate some of the many crafts that have taken place in the Bradford District over the years.
The exhibition will be accompanied by a series of related workshops and events within the exhibition space and the wider Bradford Industrial Museum site – particularly the Heritage Craft Room:
Beltmaking (Sunday, 17 May | 11am - 1pm) at Bradford Industrial Museum - A practical, hands-on workshop offers participants the opportunity to design and make their own bespoke leather belt. Suitable for beginners, the session introduces the fundamentals of leatherworking in a supportive and accessible environment.
Fantastic events taking place at Bradford Markets:
Courtyard Clash (Saturday, 9 May | 11am - 5pm) at Darley Street Market - Kingdom Wrestling returns to Darley St Market for another free event, bringing local stars and champions back to the Courtyard for a high‑energy clash. Expect big personalities, crowd favourites and plenty of ringside atmosphere as the market once again hosts an afternoon of live, family‑friendly wrestling action.
A Purrfect Day (Saturday, 30 May | 11am - 4pm) at Darley Street Market- Visitors can explore a range of cat‑themed stalls, enjoy talks and activities, take part in a virtual cat show, and follow a fun cat trail around the market. Welfare and advice stalls will be available throughout the day, along with information about the cats currently in RSPCA care and looking for their forever homes.
Comedy in the Kitchen (Thursday, 2 July | 7pm) at Darley Street Market - Join us in the Darley Street Kitchen for our first comedy night, with Jonny Pelham (Bradford lad from Live at the Apollo & Mock The Week); Jack Carroll (Britain’s Got Talent, Live at the Apollo, QI, Would I Lie To You & Coronation Street); Gavin Webster (Comic's Comic Award winner from Never Mind The Buzzcocks & The Stand-Up Show); Shugufta Choudhry (BBC New Comedy Award Finalist 2025).
Guided walks
Fantastic, scenic walks taking place across the district:
Four Ways to the Five Rise (Saturday, 9 May | 10am - 5pm) at Bracken Hall Countryside Centre - The Centre opens early for participants to explore its historical and environmental displays before the group sets off. The route heads north along the Millennium Way/Dales High Way to Glovershaw Beck, continuing to Golcar Farm to join the Dales Way Link. The walk then follows the path toward Low House and the Compensation Reservoir before joining the Welcome Way. After Heights Farm, the route descends to the Five Rise Locks for a lunch break, with toilets available for those using the café.
A Somali Village in Lister Park: Weaving Together Industry, Culture and Empire
Saturday, 9 May - Sunday, 1 November (10am - 4pm) at Cartwright Hall
FREE
This exhibition revisits a key moment in Bradford’s history: the 1904 Great Exhibition in Lister Park. While the event celebrated local industry and innovation, its most popular and profitable attraction was the Somali Village, where 57 men, women and children lived and worked for six months as part of a colonial display.
Make the most of your time in UNESCO World Heritage Site Saltaire with a season of free outdoor entertainment at the bandstand. Across the spring and summer months, you’ll find live music, choirs, jazz, swing, and open‑air Shakespeare performances bringing Roberts Park to life.
The Saltaire Farmers' Market takes place on the second Sunday of every month at The Promenade in Roberts Park. It offers a wide variety of products from local and independent traders, including hot food and drinks, baked goods, cheese, cakes, pies, pretzels, brownies, chocolates, charcuterie, fish, fruits, vegetables, jewellery, candles, clothes, gifts, and treats.
Setting The Stage: 70 Years Of The Eurovision Song Contest
Friday, 15 May - Monday, 1 February at National Science and Media Museum
FREE
Go behind the sequins of the world’s largest live music event and discover how the magic really happens.
For 70 years, the Eurovision Song Contest has been at the cutting edge of the biggest innovations in broadcasting, from colour television to LED technology and digital staging.
This brand-new exhibition explores the science behind the spectacle, with stories from the performers, technicians and fans that have been at the heart of the Contest for the past seven decades.
Expect a lively mix of music, making and play, from a silent disco to live performances in the foyer—in celebration of our new exhibition, Setting the Stage: 70 Years of the Eurovision Song Contest.
Saturday, 16 May - Sunday, 17 May (10am - 4pm) at Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, Haworth
Tickets: TBA
Step into the spirit of the 1940s with this immersive heritage event. Enjoy steam train rides, live wartime music, vintage stalls, military vehicle displays, and costumed re-enactments across the scenic Keighley & Worth Valley Railway line.
Stations from Keighley to Oxenhope—including Haworth and Oakworth—transform into nostalgic hubs of entertainment, history, and community.
Tickets include unlimited train travel. Dressing in 1940s attire is encouraged!
Saturday, 16 May (11am - 2.30pm) at Bradford Cathedral
Tickets: £7.38
Visitors are invited to join the Cathedral’s expert historian for a tour of Bradford Cathedral to view its stunning collection of ecclesiastical textiles, including several pieces that are rarely on display.
Bradford Cathedral holds a remarkable range of beautiful, intricate and historically significant textiles. During the tour, the historian will guide visitors through the building to see these works in situ and share the fascinating stories behind them.
Discover two new two‑mile family walks through Ilkley, beginning at the fountain at the bottom of Wells Road. Follow the River and Bridges walk for a level access route along the River Wharfe or follow the trail onto Ilkley Moor on the Tarn and Moor route. Produced by the Ilkley Water Trails group, the leaflet is packed with fun facts and points of interest to explore. Pick up your free copy from the Ilkley Visitor Information Centre today.
The new exhibition Interpret a Poem at The Bingley Gallery sees the Aire Valley Arts group explore the transformative relationship between poetry and visual art. It’s a diverse and engaging showcase, featuring Jane Fielder’s playful interpretations, Ben Snowden’s atmospheric pieces, Helen Shearwood’s delicate mixed‑media work and contributions from Caroline Hardaker, Karen Harman, Paul Hudson, Judy Sale, Sue Strange, Jan Whittock and Nancy Stedman and others. On show until Sunday 17th May — you might even find a favourite piece to take home.
The Brontë Gathering 2026 brings two days of family fun to Manorlands Fields in Cullingworth on 9th–10th May, featuring vintage vehicles, stunt shows, donkey rides, fairground rides, terrier racing, clay pigeon shooting and much more. With everything from steam engines to classic cars and lively arena entertainment, there’s plenty to keep all ages smiling. It’s a brilliant chance to enjoy a packed weekend outdoors while supporting Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice.
Enter for the chance to enjoy a fantastic family night out at the Alhambra Theatre. Three winners will each receive a Family Ticket for The Boy at the Back of the Class — the heart‑warming stage adaptation of Onjali Q. Raúf’s award‑winning story, filled with humour, adventure and big emotions. The show runs from 19th–23rd May 2026, and the prize includes tickets for the opening night. Each winner also gets a themed backpack to take home. The competition closes on Sunday 10th May, so get your entry in ahead of the deadline.
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Bradford Libraries Events and Activities
Keep on Scrolling! We have SO much news!
NOTE TO SUBSCRIBERS -Some of our regular library users fed back that they'd prefer fewer newsletters. We understand that you don't want your inbox flooded and we want you to be happy. However, we have so many exciting things going on, we don't want you to miss out!
Going forward, we will send you a newsletter on Mondays, Weds, and Fridays and will try to include as many of our events as possible. So do please scroll down to find out what we are up to.
We are so excited to be welcoming Kim Moore to the Keighley Library to read from her new collection The House of Broken Things.Kim will be in conversation with Gill Connors at Keighley Library on Monday 11th May at 7pm.
Kim Moore is one of the UK's leading contemporary poets. Her bold third collection The House of Broken Things has been eagerly awaited - an astonishing collection described as 'urgent and necessary and vital' (Malika Booker) and 'dazzling' (Fiona Benson).
Kim's second collection All the Men I Never Married (Seren, 2021) won the 2022 Forward Prize for Best Collection. Her first collection The Art of Falling(Seren 2015) won the Geoffrey Faber Memorial Prize. She also writes non-fiction, publishing What the Trumpet Taught Me (Smith/Doorstop, 2022) and Are You Judging Me Yet? Poetry and Everyday Sexism (Seren, 2023). She is a Senior Lecturer in Creative Writing at Manchester Metropolitan University and Deputy Programme Leader of the MA and MFA in Creative Writing.
Join Kim before her reading for a poetry workshop - Writing the House of Poetry. Monday 11th May, 4-6pm at Keighley Library. During this workshop we will be exploring the different ways that we can write about the house – both as a literal and a psychological space.
Look out for her Poetry Workshop, Writing Obsessions, at City Library on June 6th, 1 -3pm. In this workshop we’ll explore how our obsessions – the images, stories, questions and memories we return to – can become a source of creative energy. We’ll look at poems that circle a subject, worry at a detail, or build intensity through repetition, and we’ll experiment with forms and techniques that embrace obsession. Suitable for adult beginners and experienced writers alike.
Kim will also be reading in conversation with Kristina Diprose at City Library on Saturday 6th June at 4pm. Come and join us!
FREE, but booking essential. Don't miss out on this opportunity to hear Kim one of the UK's most exciting poets, we are thrilled to be hosting her at Bradford Libraries.
Book online at www.ticketsource.co.uk/bradfordlibraries
Labour's Heathcliff
The political revenge story of Philip Snowden
Philip Snowden was a product of the moors of Brontë country. With typical Yorkshire grit, he overcame grinding rural poverty and paralysing disability to become the Labour Party's first Chancellor of the Exchequer.
But one decision would change his life totally, turning him from socialist hero to traitor and villain and resulting in his expulsion from the party.
Snowden embraced his new role with gusto, dedicating the rest of his life to attacking the party and people he had once loved. His bitter, self-destructive quest for vengeance has strange parallels to a more famous fictional moorland outsider.
Join historian Alexander Clifford, editor of a new edition of Snowden's autobiography, as he explores the fascinating story of how and why Philip Snowden betrayed his party to ruthlessly pursue a political vendetta. Was he Labour's Heathcliff?
Join us THIS Thursday (May 7) at 11.30 am Bradford Local Studies Library for an illustrated talk on Undercliffe Cemetery.
The talk will be delivered by the Undercliffe Cemetery Charity Trustees, Chairman, Tim Hardy and Vice-Chair, John Jackson.
Come and discover the secrets of the cemetery and it's history.
No need to book, just turn up.
Murder in the Library Story Competition
Writers! We need YOU!
Let your creativity take you where it will with 'A Murder in the Library.' Whether you explore a dark & gritty contemporary murder or a cosy whodunnit , or a whimsical tongue-in-cheek interpretation of the title, your work will be welcomed.
Go as fantastical, futuristic, historic, cryptic as you like. Take the theme of ‘A Murder in the Library’ and run with it!
We look forward to receiving your prose, flash fiction or poetry submissions!
Submissions are open for:
SHORT FICTION (500 words max)
FLASH FICTION (200 words max)
POETRY (20 lines max)
THEME -
‘MURDER IN THE LIBRARY’
Deadline for submissions: 31st May SUBMIT to christina.wilson@bradford.gov.uk
Subject Heading: A MURDER IN THE LIBRARY
ONE LUCKY WINNER for best submission will win a BOOKISH PRIZE!
WINNER to be announced on
20th June at NOIR IN THE LIBRARY session 12 -12:45
As part of
Murder in the Library
Keighley Library
Saturday 20th June 2026
From 10:30 - 4:30
Teddy Bears' Picnic at Silsden
Silsden Library will be holding a Teddy Bears' Picnic on Thurs May 28.
YOU are invited to bring your teddy and picnic and enjoy some fun and games, crafts, face painting and stories.
The event will be held in the Upper Hall of Silsden Town Hall on Thurs May 28 at 11am until 1pm.
Places are FREE but limited so booking is essential.
Email silsden.library@gmail.com or ring 01535 654131.
Ilkley Library Make-Over!
We are DELIGHTED to announce that Ilkley Library will be having a make-over during the next few months.
We will be putting new accessible toilets down stairs, plus a kitchenette for groups and meetings.
Obviously, this means we have to close for a while. We will shut our doors on Monday May 18 until September 21 but fear not! We will have a temporary library in the Town Hall (alongside staff from Visitor Information). We are so sorry to close, but we KNOW you will LOVE the changes. Keep an eye on our Facebook Pages for Ilkley and Bradford Libraries for details and updates.
Crime, Coffee and Cake with JM Hall
Ilkley Library & Visitor Information Centre, Ilkley, LS29 8HA
Saturday 16th May 2026 10:30AM
Join us for the first of our Crime, Coffee and Cake events as part of Crime Reading Month.
Enjoy coffee (or tea) and cake with JM Hall, chat with him about his experiences as a crime writer and find out about his new novel Murder on the Cornish Train (2026), which sees him swap the Yorkshire Dales for the Cornish coast in a cosy gothic mystery full of atmosphere and intrigue.
JM Hall is the pen name of Jonathan Hall, a Yorkshire-born writer who has spent most of his life in the county. Before turning to fiction full time, he enjoyed a long career as a deputy headteacher in a northern primary school—an experience that continues to inspire his writing. Alongside his work in education, Jonathan wrote extensively for stage and radio. He is the creator of the award-winning BBC Radio series Trust, starring Julie Hesmondhalgh.
His debut novel, A Spoonful of Murder (2022), introduced readers to Liz, Thelma and Pat—three retired teachers who turn their skills to solving crimes. Their warmth, wit and sharp observational skills quickly won readers over, leading to a much-loved series of cosy crime novels, the latest being A Brush with Death (2025).
Now retired from teaching, he writes full time—though he’s proud to say he’s never lost the knack of organising a painting table or running a school assembly.
Small businesses looking for advice (one-to-one) or information are urged to come in and take a look around our super duper Enterprise Hub at Shipley.
We now have THREE advisors, Andy Ace Harrison, from Shipley-based Acespeed, Gareth Angel Thompson, from Kingdom Wrestlers and Sarah McCann from Savvy Sports Communications and The Positive Business Club.
We can put you in touch with these business gurus who will be able to help you with questions on tax returns, starting out, planning your business, intellectual property rights, social media and anything else you need to know.
We will also be holding regular events in the space on various themes, so do get in touch if you have any questions or needs you'd like met.
We have a little pod you can book, and lots of books about business on our shelves.
We welcome hot-deskers, who perhaps work from home but would like to try out a different environment to work in from time to time - you never know who you might meet there! Do come in, take a look around and contact Andrea.Hardaker@bradford.gov.uk with any questions.
Slight disruption, Keighley (Local Studies)
Just a teeny reminder that the lift at Keighley Library will be temporarily unavailable while we spruce up the walls! (from Tues, May 5).
Don't worry, we won't leave you stranded. Please ring us on 01535 618215 if you need access.
Local Studies at Keighley Library will be running a pre-appointment only service for archive material until further notice (From May 5).
This, again, is due to the library having a fresh coat of paint. It will look amazing once it's done, so do bear with us! To book contact 01535 618215.
Or email KeighleyLocalStudies@bradford.gov.uk. We will ALWAYS do our best to help you!
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Ilkley Lido Opens Saturday 9th May for Summer 2026
We are pleased to announce that Ilkley Lido will open to the public from Saturday 9th May 2026 for the summer.
Opening time Monday to Friday 7.30 - 8.30 and 14.00 - 18.00 Saturday &Sunday 10.00 - 14.00
Pricing Adult Swim: £7.25 Adult Swim (with Leisure Card): £3.60 Junior Swim (3-15): £3.75 Senior Swim (60+): £3.75 Under 3s and Members : Free
Opening times and charges will be in effect until Saturday 23rd May 26 when our full summer program will start.
What better time to become a member? We have a wide variety of membership options, ranging from cash monthly to direct debit and annual offers
Seventy-five years since the sound of the steel pan arrived in the UK, a suite of new commissions celebrates its heritage and horizons for Steel Scenes.
Venture into a world of mystery through the artist’s awe-inspiring works at the Hayward Gallery's major exhibition, featuring sculptures and paintings that provoke the senses.
Music, talks, spoken word and films centred on the theme of 'courage', with an all-star line-up including Nikita Gill, Nish Kumar, Nadine Shah and Anoushka Shankar.
Heading abroad, planning a beach staycation or a weekend in the city? Make the most of the sunshine with our summer essentials. Explore our curated range of accessories, homeware and gifts.
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Usain Bolt: Fastest Man Ever
22 Jul
For the first time, the fastest man in the world steps off the track and onto the stage. Limited M&Gs available!
In this intimate, joyful, and utterly disarming evening, Judi joins her friend and writing partner Brendan O'Hea in conversation on new memoir—over ninety years in the making, and unlike anything she has shared before.
Former cabinet minister, diplomat, and co-host of the hugely popular podcast The Rest Is Politics, Rory has seen British political life up close: the compromises, the absurdities, the moments where it could have gone differently.
She’s topped the pop charts, been a Professor at Oxford, and written a musical with Andrew Lloyd Webber. Funny, painful, and completely honest, this evening with Meera Syal will stay with you long after.Presented in partnership with How To Academy.
To mark the book's 10th anniversary, editor Nikesh Shukla chairs a live panel bringing together original contributors to The Good Immigrant, to reflect on what's changed in Britain in the decade since publication, what hasn't.
Following a thrilling sold-out 2025 tour, the master satirist, accompanied by a rotating cast of special guest hosts, will perform an evening of acute observations, pitch-perfect impressions, and surprising revelations.
Part stand-up, part storytelling, and part conversation with himself (and with you), this new live show sees Lenny return to the experiences that shaped him while also exploring the challenges and creative sparks driving him today.
Hosted by comedian and superfan Angela Barnes and set at the beloved Ambridge Flower & Produce Show, make sure to don your best hat and join us for an unforgettable celebration of 75 glorious years of BBC Radio 4's The Archers.
Sometimes life doesn’t need fixing - it just needs space. Space to grow in it's own direction, to stop squeezing itself into routines that don’t quite fit anymore. Space to move differently, eat differently, think differently and breathe in a way.
That’s what the Countryside Reset is: not just an escape, but a return to you. A pause to reset mind, body and soul and discover what’s been there all along.
Rebuild balance in just five days. This retreat combines movement, recovery, nutrition and education to support your wellbeing. From technique-led sessions and recovery-focused activities to wellbeing workshops and mindset sessions, everything is designed to leave you feeling renewed.
LAYERS OF BLISS
From nature to spa, relaxation is woven into every moment. Breathe in the fresh air and wander through lush green spaces, letting the calm surroundings carry you through your day. Then, ease into deep relaxation as you drift into warm pools, soothing thermal experiences and waterbeds to help you completely unwind.
THE CALM THAT STAYS
Clearer, lighter energy. Renewed strength and confidence. When you leave, you'll have practical tools for movement, nutrition and recovery, supporting you to build habits that last beyond the moment. The rest doesn’t end when you leave - it continues quietly.
Ready to slip away and return as a softer, slower version of you? Choose from our four countryside spa retreats - Henlow, Tring, Forest Mere and Springs - with dates drifting from 17th May to 19th November.
Each retreat has its own quiet rhythm, from lakeside stillness and winding woodland paths to timeless country house elegance and softly modern spa spaces, so you can settle into the setting that feels most like your kind of reset.
Forest Mere: Sun 17th – Thurs 21st May
Tring: Sun 21st – Thurs 25th June
Henlow: Sun 19th – Thurs 23rd July
Springs: Sun 15th – Thurs 19th November
All that’s left to decide is : which retreat feels like it was waiting just for you?
This was such a great experience - perfect location to reflect and
reset.
The programme struck the perfect balance of energetic and restorative, with the opening and closing circle talks a great way of reflecting on what we each wanted to take away from the experience.
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Find your next moment of calm
Breath | Clarity | Cold
A hands-on workshop guiding you through an easy, natural route to mind and body wellbeing.
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With thanks to West End Wilma: Oh Mary!, Oliver!, Hercules, Cyrano de Bergerac and Titanique
Take a look at some great London Theatre Ticket Deals you can get right now.
Playing at the the iconic Wilton’s Music Hall for one night only
AN EVENING OF PSYCHOLOGICAL ILLUSION IN LONDON’S MOST ATMOSPHERIC VENUE
Direct from headlining international tours with the hit stage show Champions of Magic, acclaimed mentalist Alex McAleer brings his solo show, MIND READER, to the iconic Wilton’s Music Hall for one night only on Thursday, 21st May.
Alex doesn’t claim to be psychic. He doesn’t talk to the dead. But he seems to have the uncanny ability to tap into his audience’s minds and read their thoughts at will.
Part mind reading, part mischief, part social experiment – Alex combines contemporary mind reading with sharp wit and a flair for showmanship, turning the audience into the stars of the show.
Smart, playful, and astonishing – don’t miss your chance to see Alex McAleer live.
Your chance to win tickets to see Harry Styles live at Meltdown
On Tuesday 16 June, Harry Styles headlines his curation of our 2026 Meltdown festival with a one-night-only Royal Festival Hall concert with the Jules Buckley Orchestra, and this is how you can get tickets to this fundraising event.
Enter our online prize draw from £20, or enter for free by post, and be in with a chance of winning one of 950 pairs of tickets to Harry Styles’ headline performance.
All net proceeds from the concert (including from draw entry fees) will go towards the Southbank Centre’s life-changing work with young people.
Plus, scroll on to discover the latest additions to our jam-packed line-up, including Soulwax, The Guilty Feminist & Tracey Emin in Conversation and free riverside parties.
How to enter
There are two routes to entry for this prize draw. You may only submit three entries in total. Submitting multiple entries may increase your chances of winning, however the maximum number of tickets that can be won is two.
Postal entries must be received by 6pm (BST) on Tuesday 19 May 2026.
Enter by 12 noon on Fri 15 May (online) or 6pm on Tue 19 May (post). Open to UK/CI/IoM residents, 18+. Max three entries per person. 950 pairs of tickets available in public draw. Link for full T&Cs and details on both paid and free entry routes. All entries are for a pair of tickets. Winners will be randomly selected and notified no later than Tuesday 2 June 2026.
There will be no tickets for this event available for purchase on the day. There will be no returns queue. All tickets are allocated through the draw.
Just announced
An Evening with New Young Pony Club
SUN 14 JUN
After a 12-year hiatus, New Young Pony Club reunite, bringing with them a fantastic mix of guest acts, including Al Doyle, to celebrate their legacy and era-defining sound.
Artist Tracey Emin joins podcast host Deborah Frances-White for a candid, unfiltered conversation about art, honesty, feminism and the life behind the artwork.
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Your Theatre Guide, Simplified!
BIG NEWS!
West End Wilma now makes it easier than ever to find the information you are looking for.
Simply type in the name of the show or theatre you want to find out more about and it will bring it right up for you!
You can also use the drop-down menu to filter by what is ‘playing now’ or ‘opening soon’ and what shows have matinee performances on which days.
You can also use the drop-down menu to see upcoming accessible performances (Relaxed, Captioned, BSL, Audio Described).
For smaller theatres and shows, where you might want to see what is playing, the Off-West End page of the website allows you to click on a theatre to see what shows are playing or coming up.
It's an easy way to see what is playing at various off-West End theatres without having to visit them all individually.
Craft an unforgettable journey through vibrant cities, along rugged coastlines and serene highland landscapes while weaving in captivating events along the way. Discover unique festivals, local gatherings and hear captivating stories on your travels.
Check out some of Scotland’s hotly anticipated music festivals. Dance with locals to traditional music blended with modern rhythms for an authentic experience.
Love cities? Feel at home in the countryside? Can't wait to tuck into your next foodie delight? Let us know and we will share top tips, events and information straight to your inbox.
Feel the heartbeat of Scotland this summer. Connect with our people, our traditions and share your journey with friends and family by tagging @VisitScotland.
Find us on
VisitScotland, Waverley Court, 4 East Market Street, Edinburgh, EH8 8BG
VAT No. 945 652106
Explore Ireland, Unrushed
Karen, you’re invited to experience the island at a slower, more immersive pace. Picture fewer stops, deeper connections, and more time to soak up the landscapes, culture, and communities that make this island so special. A more meaningful holiday awaits.
Enjoy 'innate' the first solo exhibition from local artist Aurora Foulds which shares her current works in progress and archived work, alongside ha ne ... Read more
Star of Father Ted, Death in Paradise and Derry Girls, Ardal O’Hanlon is a much-loved actor, stand-up comedian and bestselling novelist. Join us for a ... Read more
Hear about the lost art of letter writing from Give...A Few Words founder Sharron Wilkinson Read more
The Art of Connection
Thu, 7.5.2026 16:00 - 17:30
The Art of Connection brings together photographs, collages and poetry created by children and older adults from across Kirklees. Read more
20/20 Writing Competition & Launch
Thu, 7.5.2026 18:00 - 19:30
To celebrate our 20th anniversary, we are inviting writers aged 16+ to submit an extract of up to 500 words from an unpublished novel, short story or ... Read more
ONLINE: Renaturing - an interview
Fri, 8.5.2026 09:00 - 23:59
An online interview with James Canton, author of Renaturing: Small Ways to Wild the World. Read more
The Ultimate Adele Tribute – Live by Candlelight The award-winning Hometown Glory show, starring Natalie Black, brings an unforgettable evening of li ... Read more
Seasons of Sound - Symphonic Icons: The Royalty of Pop
Sat, 9.5.2026 19:30 - 21:30
Huddersfield Philharmonic Orchestra Season 2025\-26 "Season of Sounds" \- Symphonic Icons: The Royalty of PopGet ready for a spectacular evening as we ... Read more
A Charity Night of Country
Sun, 10.5.2026 19:30 - 22:30
🎶 An Unmissable Night of Country, Classics & Community– All for a Great Cause! 🎶 Get ready for a musical sensation that brings together some of the ... Read more
A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood - Tall Stories’ much-loved magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson ... Read more
The Lost Art of Letter Writing at Marsden Library
Thu, 7.5.2026 10:30 - 12:00
Hear about the lost art of letter writing from Give...A Few Words founder Sharron Wilkinson Read more
The Art of Connection
Thu, 7.5.2026 16:00 - 17:30
The Art of Connection brings together photographs, collages and poetry created by children and older adults from across Kirklees. Read more
The National Gallery: Art On Your Doorstep
Sat, 4.4.2026 10:00 - Wed, 30.9.2026 16:00
Fourteen life-size reproductions of National Gallery paintings are to be displayed throughout the Oakwell estate. Read more
Meet Elmer & Storytelling with Spider-Man
Sat, 9.5.2026 13:30 - 15:30
Bring your little ones to meet Elmer the Patchwork Elephant – star of one of the most iconic and widely read children’s book series of all time and en ... Read more
Illustrating Children’s Books with Chris Mould
Sun, 10.5.2026 11:00 - 12:00
A creative draw-along session with the award-winning children’s author and illustrator, Chris Mould. Chris will talk about his craft and demonstrate h ... Read more
FOLLOWING A SOLD-OUT TOUR AND INTERNATIONAL SUCCESS, IAN STONE IS BACK – AND HE’S SEARCHING FOR LIFE’S MISSING MAGIC! Ian Stone is a hugely experienc ... Read more
Cake Crumbs and Lemonade will be the largest solo exhibition to date by illustrator Louise Lockhart (aka The Printed Peanut). Read more
LR Vandy: Rise
Sat, 14.3.2026 09:00 - Sun, 13.9.2026 17:00
Rise is an ambitious first solo museum exhibition by LR Vandy, created for The Weston Gallery. Read more
The National Gallery: Art On Your Doorstep
Sat, 4.4.2026 10:00 - Wed, 30.9.2026 16:00
Fourteen life-size reproductions of National Gallery paintings are to be displayed throughout the Oakwell estate. Read more
EXHIBITION: innate by Aurora Foulds
Tue, 28.4.2026 08:30 - Thu, 4.6.2026 16:30
We’re looking forward to hosting innate, the first solo exhibition from local artist Aurora Foulds Aurora is an interdisciplinary contemporary artist ... Read more
EXHIBITION: innate by Aurora Foulds
Thu, 30.4.2026 11:00 - Thu, 4.6.2026 16:30
Enjoy 'innate' the first solo exhibition from local artist Aurora Foulds which shares her current works in progress and archived work, alongside ha ne ... Read more
Holmfirth Festival of Folk is a community run Festival with a variety of music, dance and events. It takes place at the beginning of May every year - ... Read more
Grange Moor Brass Band at Little Gomersal's May Day Fair
Mon, 4.5.2026 13:00 - 15:00
Grange Moor Brass Band at Little Gomersal's May Day Fair Read more
European Folk Music Orchestra
Tue, 5.5.2026 18:00 - 19:30
Folk Orchestra open rehearsals for musicians of any ability, in Marden on Tuesdays Read more
Hometown Glory Candlelit Concert (Adele Tribute)
Fri, 8.5.2026 19:30 - 19:30
The Ultimate Adele Tribute – Live by Candlelight The award-winning Hometown Glory show, starring Natalie Black, brings an unforgettable evening of li ... Read more
Holmfirth Festival of Folk 2026
Fri, 8.5.2026 19:39 - Sun, 10.5.2026 22:00
Holmfirth Festival of Folk is a community run Festival with a variety of music, dance and events. It takes place at the beginning of May every year - ... Read more
Lindisfarne Holmfirth Picturedrome
Fri, 8.5.2026 20:30 - 22:30
Legendary 70s folk-rock pioneers LINDISFARNE return to form with a classic five-piece line up of long-time members fronted by original founder-member ... Read more
Seasons of Sound - Symphonic Icons: The Royalty of Pop
Sat, 9.5.2026 19:30 - 21:30
Huddersfield Philharmonic Orchestra Season 2025\-26 "Season of Sounds" \- Symphonic Icons: The Royalty of PopGet ready for a spectacular evening as we ... Read more
Rose Flower Crochet workshop, Craft n Chat, Aspley
Sat, 9.5.2026 15:00 - 17:00
Learn to crochet this beautiful rose flower, great addition to a summer bouquet Read more
Beginners crochet course (4 weeks), by Northstar crochet at Thread Space
Fri, 8.5.2026 00:00 - Fri, 29.5.2026 00:00
Learn the art of crochet with this beginner friendly 4 week crochet course Read more
Modern Upholstery Course
Thu, 7.5.2026 09:30 - 16:00
Our Modern Upholstery course has been developed as a comprehensive 12-day course suited to students who want to gain a broad set of modern upholstery ... Read more
A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood - Tall Stories’ much-loved magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson ... Read more
INSPIRED BY REAL EVENTS AND PLAYED AGAINST A EUPHORIC TECHNO SOUNDSCAPE, YOUTH IN FLAMES BRINGS THE RAW INTENSITY OF THE HONG KONG RIOTS DRAMATICALLY ... Read more
Mikron Theatre Company - Wensleydale Whey - Lawrence Batley Theatre
FOLLOWING A SOLD-OUT TOUR AND INTERNATIONAL SUCCESS, IAN STONE IS BACK – AND HE’S SEARCHING FOR LIFE’S MISSING MAGIC! Ian Stone is a hugely experienc ... Read more
Katie Philpott School of Dance Presents: MINI WONDERLAND
Sun, 10.5.2026 15:00 - 16:00
STEP INTO THE MAGIC OF MINI WONDERLAND, A CHARMING PRODUCTION STARRING OUR YOUNGEST KPSD DANCERS, AGED JUST 2 TO 6 YEARS. Join Bella as she dances he ... Read more
Hear about the lost art of letter writing from Give...A Few Words founder Sharron Wilkinson Read more
New Spring & Summer 2026 Fused and Stained Glass Workshops with glass artist Louise Watson
Sat, 21.3.2026 11:00 - Sat, 4.7.2026 15:00 | +1
Upcoming 2026 dates available for Fused and Stained Glass Workshops with Royal College of Art trained glass artist Louise Watson at her studio, Upper ... Read more
One to One week day jewellery-making workshops with Rooks & Roses
Tue, 14.4.2026 10:00 - Fri, 29.1.2027 17:00
Full day one to one workshops for all abilities and experiences with Karl in his studio at the Sculpture Lounge in Holmbridge, Holmfirth, West Yorkshi ... Read more
Evening jewellery-making workshops with Rooks & Roses
Tue, 14.4.2026 19:00 - Wed, 13.5.2026 21:30
These weekly evening workshops are designed to be flexible to meet the needs of each individual whether you’re just starting out in jewellery making o ... Read more
Welcome to THE CHOIR OF MAN, the best pub in the world… Come ready to drink in the excitement!
Brimming with hits from artists such as Queen, Luther Vandross, Sia, Paul Simon, Adele, Guns & Roses, Avicii and Katy Perry to name but a few, this is a pub like no other.
A wildly talented group of incredible instrumentalists, world-class wordsmiths, and sensational singers, this cast of nine (extra)ordinary guys serve it all... live!
An uplifting celebration of community and friendship where everyone is welcome, don’t miss this feel-good night of foot-stomping entertainment, so good you’ll want to come back and see it again and again.
Experience devotional bhajans by Rakesh Joshi, acclaimed composer and choir director, performing classic and new works with renowned musicians internationally.
After costing a gameshow contestant £79,000 on primetime TV and spectacularly flopping on Mastermind, Lucy Beaumont is returning to what she does best. Her new tour Bad at Quiz Shows, Good with Weirdos promises to be a show of chaotic brilliance.
Jon Culshaw is taking to the road with a brand-new show for 2027. Join the star of BBC Radio 4’s Dead Ringers as he takes you on a whistle stop tour through an array of famous voices in an evening of stand-up, stories, sketches and song!
Bank of Dave: The Musical is a home-grown, brand-new British musical - bursting with northern grit, laugh-out-loud humour and what Dave himself calls “the best songs in any musical ever.” Watch audiences reactions below and book now!
A WARDROBE ENSEMBLE, ROYAL & DERNGATE, NORTHAMPTON & LOWRY CO-PRODUCTION
PARTY SEASON
Whatever you do, don’t join the WhatsApp group. Three parties. One weekend. The invitations have been sent and there's no going back… it’s Party Season!
Curtain Up is a group exhibition that explores how visual artists have sought to capture the shared anticipation, heightened emotions, and communal energy of being in an audience.
Calls are at your standard network operator's charge. The Lowry Centre Trust is a registered charity (no. 1053962). Your support goes towards our world-class Theatre and Galleries programme, the care and display of the LS Lowry Collection and our life changing Learning & Engagement programme.
Youth Day returns as part of this year’s World Seniors Snooker Championship!
Head down to Tudor Square on Saturday 9 May from 10am to midday and enjoy live music from Sheffield Music Hub. It includes Sheffield Youth Big Band, and a Sector Safari trail around the Winter Gardens and in Tudor Square.
There’s also the chance to win four front row tickets to see the semi-final!
Inside the Crucible Theatre, there is a showdown of some of the world's best snooker players. Ronnie O'Sullivan joins the World Seniors Snooker Championship, alongside fellow legends Ken Doherty, Jimmy White, and many more.
Some tickets are still available. Click the button below to find out all of the information, with the tournament running from 6 to10 May.
Together with the Youth Day, take part in the Sector Safari. There is a chance to win four front row tickets to see the semi-final!
All you have to do is:
Complete the Sector Safari around the Winter Gardens and Tudor Square.
Find the secret word in the Sector Safari booklet (which are available to pick up from Central Library and Zooby’s Coffee shop).
Then, bring your completed Sector Safari card to Tudor Square from 10am on Saturday 9 May. Find the mystery snooker player who will be holding two pairs of golden tickets.
Be the first to show them the completed card and collect your four free, front row tickets.
Click the button below to find out more.
Location: Tudor Square, S1 2NJ
Competition Date: Saturday 9 May
Sector Safari Date: Wednesday 6 May - Sunday 10 May
Have you ever wanted to take a look behind the scenes of an art studio?
For the next two weekends, you can do just that! Working art studios across Sheffield are opening their doors as part of Open Up Sheffield.
Over 80 venues in South Yorkshire are part of the event. Works in glass, wood, paint, ceramics, and more will be on display, with a chance to speak to the artists too.
Click the button below to find out more information.
Location: Various
Dates: Saturday 2 - Monday 4 May and Saturday 9 - Sunday 10 May
The Quayside Market is back this weekend! Enjoy a host of amazing street food traders along with independent craft stalls, live music/DJs, cocktails and craft beer.
With less than one month until our opening concert of 2026's HACS Harrogate Music Festival, we are counting down the days.
This year, in our 60th anniversary, we are bringing the brightest, best and boldest talent from around the world to our audiences in Harrogate. World-class musicians such as Abel Selaocoe, Davóne Tines, Julian Lloyd Webberand Alexandra Dariescu plus big hitters such as the BBC Philharmonic and Aurora Orchestra, feature alongside emerging talent in a joyful, eclectic programme.
In a world of screens and streams, there is nothing quite like the thrill of live performance; the shared experience of sitting within a crowd of people, spellbound by beautiful music and incredible artistry.
Returning with a brand‑new take on this well‑loved tragedy, Oddsocks theatre company find irresistiblehumour in the unlikeliest of places. Their family‑friendly adaptation of Shakespeare’s most romantic tale is performed in the beautiful grounds of RHS Harlow Carr.
We Invented the Weekend – Full Programme Announced
The UK’s biggest free celebration of free time returns to MediaCity and Salford Quays on 6–7 June, with 200+ free activities across music, sport, culture, food and family fun.
Highlights include Perfect Pitch – a mass‑participation opera‑meets‑football performance by English National Opera and Walk the Plank, Play Street with Play England, a brand‑new Club Culture zone, open‑water swimming, BMX, yoga, street sports, creative workshops, talks, boat parties and a packed music lineup featuring Afrodeutsche, Afriquoi and a (North) West End Live showcase.
A self-made millionaire, Dave spent years helping local people and small businesses when hard-nosed banks turned them away. Frustrated by the system, he has an idea…set up his own bank and put the profits straight back into his community.
Strictly The Professionals is a high-energy production which takes the glitz and glamour of BBC One’s hugely-popular Strictly Come Dancing to dazzling new heights.
Join Drag Race UK star Kate Butch for a one‑of‑a‑kind cabaret where you control the show, from the songs to the jokes to the outfits. With musical maestro Jordan Paul Clarke, every performance becomes a totally unique mix of stories, songs and games.
The comedy show comedians take their own kids to is back — and even sillier. Join Olaf Falafel for an hour of ridiculous jokes, pogo‑stick poos, truth‑telling cheese, a time‑travel portal and a live draw‑along. Pure joyful nonsense for all ages.
A physio-led Mat Pilates every Tuesday lunchtime in the Content Studio, White Tower. Strengthen your core, improve your posture and recharge your week.
This recent run of cool, sunny days has me itching to get out on a proper long walk ☀️🥾
Not just a quick loop, but one of those full day, legs-a-bit-tired, views-for-miles kind of adventures.
And if that’s exactly what you’re craving right now - this one is hard to beat.
Tucked away in the South Pennines, there’s a circular route across Marsden Moor that quietly delivers some of the best views in West Yorkshire…without ever feeling overcrowded.
You start gently, following the canal out of the village. Then cross a historic packhorse bridge that feels like stepping back in time.
And before long you’re climbing up onto open moorland with nothing but sky and rolling hills around you.
By the time you reach Standedge, it genuinely feels like you’re standing on top of the world.
But here’s the thing…
This isn’t one of those walks where you can just turn up and follow the signs.
A lot of the route isn’t waymarked, and it’s surprisingly easy to miss key turns - especially once you’re out on the moor.
Which is exactly why I put together a full step-by-step guide 👇
Here's a glimpse of what's on in Yorkshire this weekend 👀
North Yorkshire: Afternoon Tea Cruise in North Yorkshire offers a relaxed two-hour canal journey through Skipton this month. Enjoy freshly prepared sandwiches, scones, and treats from the onboard bar as you drift past peaceful scenery. Find out more.
West Yorkshire: The North Leeds Food Festival 2026 returns to Roundhay Park this weekend for its ten-year anniversary. Explore over 30 cuisines, live chef demos, music, and family activities across the day. Browse artisan markets and independent bars between acts in a relaxed park setting. Find out more.
East Yorkshire: The Vintage Car Rally at Burton Agnes Hall brings classic cars, motorcycles, and historic vehicles to stunning grounds on Sunday. Expect beautifully restored models, a 1960 Routemaster bus, and wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas. Find out more.
South Yorkshire: Taste of Thailand Music and Food Festival brings authentic Thai cuisine and live entertainment to Doncaster's Elmfield Park this weekend. Sample fragrant curries and street food favourites, enjoy Thai boxing demos, and unwind with a traditional Thai massage. Find out more.
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On Rue Royale in Notre Dame aux Neiges, Corinthia Brussels sets the scene for the season. Families gather, the city opens up and longer days unfold with a little more magic. From moments of quiet indulgence to time spent discovering culture, craft and colour, each stay brings together classical elegance and an artistic approach to hospitality - all just steps from the best of Brussels.
For mothers and the figures who shape us, a moment set aside entirely for them. From an exclusive treatment at the Corinthia Spa to refined brunches designed to be shared, Corinthia Brussels offers a place to pause, gather and celebrate - without hurry.
Family stays unfold effortlessly at Corinthia Brussels, where connecting rooms keep everyone close while leaving space to unwind. Mornings begin with breakfast at leisure, followed by thoughtful touches for younger guests. Beyond the hotel, Brussels reveals itself beautifully, inviting families to wander, pause and discover together.
Found in the curves of the Horta Museum, in the craft of chocolate-making workshops and in moments that invite you to linger a little longer. Families drift towards Chalet Robinson in the Bois de la Cambre, while August brings a transformation of the Grand-Place, as the Flower Carpet returns in a fleeting display of colour and craftsmanship. Elsewhere, the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps (17–19 July) marks one of the season’s defining moments.
This curated tailoring experience at Corinthia Brussels invites you to explore new silhouettes and refine your spring wardrobe with expert guidance. Designed for special occasions or moments of personal reinvention, each appointment unfolds in a private suite - at your own pace and in partnership with Pursuit Femmes.
Corinthia DISCOVERY is part of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), a unique collection of independent hotel brands worldwide. Our loyalty programme offers members unparalleled access and enriching experiences, whether you're at home or exploring the globe.
Think Shakespeare is boring? This show absolutely does not.
The Theatre Chipping Norton and Selladoor Worldwide present
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)
Thursday 25 - Saturday 27 June
7.30pm, Saturday matinee 2.30pm
Box Office 01924 211 311
Online theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk
The Reduced Shakespeare Company delivers sharp jokes, ridiculous physical comedy and non stop pace in a show that’s smart, silly and genuinely hilarious.
Perfect for a group night out or a spontaneous summer plan, this is theatre that doesn’t take itself seriously and doesn’t expect you to either.
We are looking forward to welcoming you to Theatre Royal Wakefield.
We thank you for your continued support.
Theatre Royal Wakefield, Drury Lane, Wakefield, WF1 2TE
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DIRTY DANCING IN CONCERT FILM WITH LIVE BAND
28 MAY 2026
THE MUSICAL BOX PRESENTS: AND THEN THERE WAS...PHIL
14 JUN 2026
BURN THE FLOORS PRESENTS - NIKITA KUZMIN - SUPERNOVA
16 JUN 2026
LORD OF THE DANCE: 30TH ANNIVERSARY
6-8 JUL 2026
LENNY PEARCE - TODDLER RAVE WORLD TOUR PART 2
22 JUL 2026
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National Walking Month just handed you one. Britain is putting on a show: loch shores, cliff paths, village lanes, estate grounds. The hotels? They happen to sit in Britain's best walking landscapes. Happy coincidence. The boots are your department.
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