LITTLE STEPS SESSION
Colne Library ColneCome along to this regular family session aimed at children aged 2 to 5. It's all about chatting, playing, reading and learning. Each session is focussed on helping every child develop through group play and is a great way for you to have fun with your child while they make new friends. First Tuesday of every month.
LET’S PLAY SCRABBLE
Colne Library ColneScrabble and other traditional board games are enjoying growing popularity in our digital age. Why not come and enjoy a game of Scrabble with good company and a cuppa? Every Tuesday.
BABY BOUNCE AND RHYME
Colne Library ColneEnjoy lively sing-along songs, gentle movements, and rhymes with your baby, plus meet and chat with other parents and carers. Suitable for babies up to around 18 months of age, but older pre-school siblings welcome.
GET ONLINE AT YOUR LIBRARY
Colne Library ColneBring your own device or learn on a library computer. Our digital skills sessions will run through a variety of subjects from basic computer skills to shopping online and using health apps from the GP. Sessions will be tailored to suit your needs to make sure you feel comfortable and confident with computers and mobile devices.
STORY TIME
Colne Library ColneA weekly story reading session for pre-school children. All pre-school children and their parents or carers are welcome to join us. We'll be reading from the best and brightest and most funny picture books in the library for your kids to enjoy and to inspire them to find books and reading fun! Every Monday.
The HAPPA Café and HAPPA Direct Shop
HAPPA Shores Hey Farm, BriercliffeThe HAPPA Café, open seven days a week including until 8pm Fridays and Saturdays, serves a selection of food and drinks, including Walling’s Ice Cream and a variety of cakes and treats. The onsite tack and gift shop offers a fantastic selection of toys, second-hand and new equipment for your horse, and gifts for your dog.
THE ROBBIE WILLIAMS STORY
The Muni Theatre ColneGet ready to be entertained by the ultimate tribute to the one and only Robbie Williams! A spectacular journey through the life and career of Britain's iconic pop superstar. Performed live by the UK's No. 1 Robbie Williams Tribute, Dean Betton, and his incredible band, this show brings you all the hits, from "Angels" to "Rock DJ," and everything in between.
GHOST HUNT
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre New Market Street, ColneEmbark on a supernatural adventure and delve into the unknown as you become a paranormal investigator for the night.
SUNDAY SESSIONS
Trawden Community Centre TrawdenRockabilly trio. Live music with DJs and dancing.
BARTY BEAR CLUB
St Bartholomew Church Street, ColneWeekly term-time toddler group for parents and carers of preschool children.
KNIT & NATTER GROUP
Lesley's Wool Shop ColneA chat and a knit.
BUGGY BOOT CAMP
Pendle Leisure Centre Crown Way, ColneAn innovative class tailored for new mums and dads, blending cardio with resistance work to help you cope with the demands of parenthood.
BADMINTON
Pendle Leisure Centre Crown Way, ColneThis is the perfect session if you want to play badminton (16+), burn fat and improve your overall health.
ALL HAIL HYENA
The Muni Theatre ColneLancashire’s own ALL HAIL HYENA, the cult-favourite trio with a global fan base, over a million streams on Spotify, and more than 60 million views on social media, are set to play their biggest headline show to date at the iconic Muni Theatre in Colne. Celebrating eight years of musical innovation, the band promises a wild, high-energy, and unpredictable live experience that fans won’t want to miss.
SECRET GARDEN: DANCE ANTHEM TAKEOVER
Thornton Hall Country Park Thornton in Craven, BarnoldswickJoin DFC for a night of classic dance anthems. #thedfcexperience is one not to be missed, with a DJ playing all the classic dance anthems from over the years! 7 pm – 11 pm.
SCARECROW FRAME WORKSHOP
Trawden Community Centre TrawdenMake your own scarecrow skeleton that you can use year after year as the frame for your garden festival.
PARTY IN THE PARK
Lakeside Cafe Ballgrove Park, ColneFamily fun day with local food and craft stalls and live music.
MOUNTAIN BIKE CHALLENGE 2025
Pendleside Hospice Colne Road, BurnleyAn unforgettable ride through the stunning bridleways of Pendle, soaking up breathtaking views, passing through historic villages, and raising vital funds for Pendleside Hospice. Various entry fees and distances. Register online.
PICKLEBALL
Pendle Leisure Centre Crown Way, ColneA paddle sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis and table tennis.
LET’S PLAY SCRABBLE
Colne Library ColneScrabble and other traditional board games are enjoying growing popularity in our digital age. Why not come and enjoy a game of Scrabble with good company and a cuppa? Free, just drop in.
YOGA WITH SYLVIA
Elisha House Burnley Road, ColneYoga every Tuesday. £10 a month includes full gym access when signed up to the Elisha gym.
WEDNESDAY LUNCH CLUB
St Bartholomew Church Street, ColneEveryone is welcome to this weekly lunch - menu will change each week.
PENDLE PUB WALK 2025
Pendleside Hospice Colne Road, BurnleyAll walkers must ‘check-in’ at one of the two designated check-in points on the day between 10am – 12 noon- Thatch and Thistle (Barrowford) or Pendle Inn (Barley). You can start your walk at any point along the route, but make sure to pass through a check-in point during the times stated. The event will officially end at 8pm.
MONSTER TRUCKS 2025
Thornton Hall Country Park Thornton in Craven, BarnoldswickThe Monster Trucks will perform a morning and afternoon stunt show which includes lots of crushing of cars, amazing stunts, and crowd participation.
SKAFULL
The Spinning Mill ColneSkafull is a 7-piece Ska/2 Tone/Reggae band based in East Lancashire.
Story Time
Colne Library ColneA weekly story reading session for pre-school children. All pre-school children and their parents or carers are welcome. The library will be reading from the best and brightest and most funny picture books in the library for your kids to enjoy and to inspire them to find books and reading fun! Every Monday until 21st July.
Lancs STEM Stars
Colne Library ColneAre you a science superstar, a technology trooper, an engineering expert or a maths magician? At Colne Library on Mondays after school for a brand new STEM club, Lancs STEM Stars. Explore the world of science, technology, engineering and maths through a variety of experiments, games and challenges, with a new theme each week. Suitable for children 5-11 years old.
Sound House
Colne Youth Action Group Byron Road, ColneA vibrant series of after-school music sessions for children in Colne, Trawden, Laneshawbridge, and Foulridge.
BABY BOUNCE AND RHYME
Colne Library ColneEnjoy lively sing-along songs, gentle movements, and rhymes with your baby, plus meet and chat with other parents and carers. Suitable for babies up to around 18 months of age, but older pre-school siblings welcome. Every Monday.
Top to Toe Fitness
Colne Library ColneThis intermediate yoga session will be led by a qualified instructor. Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for exercise and stretching. This session is part of our Together Fund programme which is supported by Active Lancashire and Sport England.
GET ONLINE AT YOUR LIBRARY
Colne Library ColneBring your own device or learn on a library computer. Our digital skills sessions will run through a variety of subjects from basic computer skills to shopping online and using health apps from the GP. Sessions will be tailored to suit your needs to make sure you feel comfortable and confident with computers and mobile devices. Learn the basic digital skills which will enable you to keep in touch with family and friends, shop safely online, take up a new hobby, find work, save time and money, find information about your health and much more... We provide bite-size courses and one to one help. It doesn't matter how young or old you are, it doesn't matter if you've never used a computer, we can help you! There are also follow-on courses you can access if you wish to.
IN STITCHES
St Bartholomew Church Street, ColneEnjoy coffee, biscuits and conversation during this very popular weekly get together. Learn to crochet or knit or just enjoy the company, swap patterns, learn tips and tricks to improve your craft.
COMMUNITY GROCERY
St Bartholomew Church Street, ColneGroceries and more, each week. Stay for tea and toast and chat to the helpers. £5 gets you up to £30 worth of food and household products.
SUMMER TODDLER PARTY
Thornton Hall Country Park Thornton in Craven, BarnoldswickThese toddler party games are sure to be a hit with your little ones. Who doesn’t love musical statues, pass the parcel and fun giant parachute games?
THE COLNE GALA
Holt House Playing Fields ColneThe Colne Gala will kick off with a HUGE street parade at 11 am. The fun will continue with an unbelievable range of family-friendly fun taking place up at Holt House Playing Fields from 12 pm! Not forgetting about the GIANT fun fair (which is open from Thursday evening), Giant Inflatables and the Gala Market!
STORY TIME
Colne Library ColneA weekly story reading session for pre-school children. All pre-school children and their parents or carers are welcome to join, reading from the best and brightest and most funny picture books in the library for kids to enjoy and to inspire them to find books and reading fun! Sign up and take part in Little Steps and meet the jungle characters. For every character you meet there will be books to read, activities to try out, and stickers to earn.
LANCS STEM STARS
Colne Library ColneAre you a science superstar, a technology trooper, an engineering expert or a maths magician? Join us at Colne Library on Mondays after school for our brand new STEM club, Lancs STEM Stars. Explore the world of science, technology, engineering and maths through a variety of experiments, games and challenges, with a new theme each week. Suitable for children 5-11 years old.
HOMEWORK CLUB
Colne Youth Action Group Byron Road, ColneCome along for a quiet space and support from friendly youth workers. For ages 10-16.
TWISTED! THE MUSICAL
The Muni Theatre ColneThis brand-new musical is an intriguing continuation of Dickens’ classic novel, Oliver Twist, shedding new light on beloved characters in a thrilling story of redemption, justice and the enduring power of love. Set in the heart of Victorian London, “Twisted! The Musical” follows Oliver Brownlow, now a young man, as he becomes intertwined with Jane, a working-class flower girl battling the harsh realities of life with an alcoholic uncle. This two-hour production combines live music, dynamic performances, and captivating choreography to explore profound themes of resilience, love, and social justice. Developed as a musical reimagining, “Twisted!” gives lovers of “Oliver Twist” a chance to see where Oliver’s life has taken him and how he navigates the complexities of adulthood in a world that challenges his ideals. Select performances will feature a Q&A session with the writers, director, and principal cast, allowing audiences to delve deeper into the story and its themes. Age: 12+ Parental Guidance required
THE NATHAN SUMMERSGILL-SMITH MEMORIAL DAY
Colne & Nelson RUFC Holt House Playing Fields, 142 Harrison Dr, ColneBring your family & friends and be part of The Nathan Summersgill-Smith Memorial Day – an annual charity event raising money for The Royal Marines Charity, celebrating the life of one of their amazing players.
THE ORIGINAL FAT JACK’S GARAGE
The Dressers 2 Hall St, Colne, Lancashire, United KingdomBack from the dead, they are gearing up for the Blues Festival.
WOOF SHACK
HAPPA Shores Hey Farm, BriercliffeBring your dogs to this free, social event. Specialist talks and advice.
FANDJANGO
The Muni Theatre ColneHailing from the rolling hills of Lancashire , this energetic five-piece combines the refreshing gypsy flavours of jazz manouche with your favourite pop, rock & hip-hop from the past three decades.
INNER FRENZY
The Dressers 2 Hall St, Colne, Lancashire, United KingdomA regular visitor to the Dressers for good reason, they are a fantastic band that produce great sounds that keeps the party going all night long.
FESTIVAL OF FUN (SUMMER HOLIDAYS)
Thornton Hall Country Park Thornton in Craven, BarnoldswickSet sail on a swashbuckling quest with the legendary Pirates of Swashbuckle Bay, then step into a land where fairytales come to life and princesses await! Still craving more? Brace yourself for thrilling Dino Encounters—stand nose to nose with our gigantic dinosaurs, then journey along the roarsome Dino Discovery Trail!
KIDS SUMMER CROCHET CLUB
Lesley's Wool Shop ColneSix-week crochet club. Each Friday afternoon through the summer holiday. For 11-15 year olds.