THE BAYBEAT BAND
Lancaster city centre Baybeat are a parading carnival extravaganza, with brass section, drums, dancers and some amazing colourful & vibrant costumes - we play a mix of Brazilian rhythms and tunes from around the world. Look out for current pop tunes performed in our unique way! 3 performances. Free. Tel: 01524 381331
PINOCCHIO - OPEN REHEARSALS
Lancaster Grand Theatre Join Lancaster Footlights for the open rehearsals of this magical musical, and take part in the production as part of the ensemble! Learn dance routines and try out some of our costumes. Workshops will be available for all the family, so and join the adventure. 12noon- 4pm.Tel: 01524 64695
GUIDED TOWPATH WALKS
Weavers’ Triangle Visitor Centre, Manchester Road, Burnley A 1-hr (approx) guided walk along the towpath by the Leeds and Liverpool canal through the area known as the Weavers’ Triangle, ending at the Oak Mount Mill engine house. 2.15pm. Free, but donations welcome. Tel: 01282 452403
CAR & MOTORBIKE DAY
Bacup Leisure Hall, Burnley Road A car & motorbike day for all the family, with various exhibits of classic and modern cars and bikes. Outdoor show, various indoor stalls & refreshments, & live band The Safety Pins. 10am start. £1.50 adult, £1 concs. Tel Kieran: 07504 955351
LANCASTER UNLOCKED
Lancaster City Museum, Market Square, Lancaster Children’s tours of the museum will be taking place between 12.30pm- 3.30pm; join our costumed guide as he tells your some tall tales from Lancaster’s past. Also taking place is a creative workshop where a local artist will help you recreate your favourite piece of the museum. Tel: 01524 64637
THE TUNNEL TRIP
Foulridge Wharf, nr Colne A unique cruise, on the Marton Emperor, with high educational interest - great for all the family. 2-hr journey, inc 20 mins sailing through the tunnel. 11am-1pm. £7.50 adult, £7 OAP, £3.75 child, £21 family (2+2). Tel: 01282 844033
Sun 30 & Mon 31
STREET ENTERTAINMENT
Lancaster city centre Step back in time and enjoy traditional and modern street entertainment in Lancaster City Centre with fun games and activities for youngsters and the young at heart. Part of Lancaster Unlocked. 12noon-4pm. Tel: 01524 381331
Mon 31
BIRDS OF PREY
Thornton Hall Country Park, nr Earby See owls, hawks, falcons and eagles in spectacular flying displays. Normal admission applies. Tel: 01282 841148
PICNIC DAY - NATIONAL FAMILY WEEK
Witton Country Park, Blackburn Celebrate Picnic Day in style! Listen to free live music by ‘Creeping Bentgrass’ as you tuck in to your own picnic delights. 1pm-4pm. Tel: 01254 55423
CREATURES GREAT & SMALL
Aisled Barn, Wycoller Discover wildlife in the Wycoller Valley after viewing birds of prey and exotic creepy crawlies.11am-4pm. Guided walk 2pm-3pm (please book for walk). Free. Tel: 01772 534709
TURTON FAIR
Turton Tower
Come and join in all the fun of a country fair! Children’s activities, food stalls, beer tent, craft stalls, dog show, music; all in the beautiful surroundings of Turton Tower. From 10am. Tel: 01204 852203
GARSTANG & DISTRICT CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL
Annual children’s festival with street processions at 11am & 6pm, with free children’s activities on Moss Lane playing fields all afternoon. A great day out for all the family. Fun fair in town on Kepple Lane.11am- 8pm. Tel David Gardner: 01995 604549
A MEDIEVAL TOURNAMENT
Lancaster Castle Grounds Calling all fair maidens and brave young warriors! Come to the Castle grounds and learn the skills a young squire would need to become a knight. Dress our knight in his armour and help your lord in the tournament. Live combat displays, handling sessions, children’s sword school and much more. 12noon- 4pm. Free. Tel: 01524 64998
Mon 31 & Wed 2 Jun
PIRATES!
Fleetwood Museum
Go home looking like a pirate after crafting your own pirate treasure, eye patch and bandana - we’ll even give you a beard! For ages 4-11. 12.30pm-1.30pm or 2pm-3pm. £1 per child. Tel: 01253 876621
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FAMILY GUIDED WALK: WILDSQUARE WALK
RSPB Leighton Moss, Silverdale, Carnforth Explore our reserve’s ‘Wildsquare’ and find out more about the creatures that live here with this season’s activity. Get some info about how you can get involved with ‘Wildsquares’ at home too! 11am- 12.30pm. RSPB members £2, £1, £4 family; non-members £4.50, £2, £9. Tel: 01524 701601
Half term
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm, Sat & Sun 9.30am to 5pm
Have a fun filled day out at the farm!
Outside seating area now open
Enjoy our homemade food, a refreshing drink or delicious homemade Old Holly Farm Ice Cream in the glorious sunshine!!
Please note as we do not charge an entrance fee to our farm, we respectfully request you do not bring your own food or drink onto our premises. Any queries please contact us via the details below.Thank you.
HALF TERM
This half term burn off some energy, enjoy some home made
food, get arty with our crafts and treat yourself to an ice cream!!
Visit our website for more details!
FARM SHOP & ICE CREAM
Enjoy some of our home-made Ice cream from our Farm Shop, with 16 flavours available see which is your favourite!
LOYALTY SCHEME
If you enjoy visiting our
Playbarn regularly, then why not join our Loyalty scheme, and every 8th visit is free!!
To join please ask at the Playbarn counter
SCHOOL VISITS
We offer a great package to
give children the chance to learn through experience, whilst
having fun at the same time!
Visit our website for more details!
Don’t forget to watch the cows being milked at 4.30pm every day before you go home!
Old Holly Farm, Cabus Nook Lane, Garstang, Preston, PR3 1AA tel: 01524 791200 email:
info@oldhollyfarm.com visit:
www.oldhollyfarm.com
Wakes Weekend
Queen Street Mill Textile Museum - 29th May - Edwardian Day
To celebrate the golden age, when towns across the North of England would shut down and thousands of workers celebrated their annual holidays, Lancashire Museums is hosting a Wakes Weekend.
• Traditional Punch and Judy shows • Edwardian games and activities • A local band singing traditional Lancashire songs • Children’s craft activities • A special touring exhibition on Burnley’s famous film maker Sam Hanna
Queen Street Mill Textile Museum, Harle Syke, Burnley, BB10 2HX Open: 12pm – 5pm Tel: 01282 412555
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