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SILVER SCHOOL OF ARM

Gawthorpe Hall Burnley Road, Burnley

On guard! From giant broad swords to elegant rapiers our in-costume experts have swords and historical armaments on display from all periods of history. You can try some (careful) weapons handling, find out more about swordsmanship and see live sword fighting demonstrations during the afternoon by members of the Silver School of Arms.

OPENING THE DOORS

Gawthorpe Hall Burnley Road, Burnley

A talk exploring embroidered cabinets and caskets of the early 1600s by Dr Isabella Rosner, curator of the Royal School of Needlework.

HERITAGE OPEN DAY – GAWTHORPE HALL

Gawthorpe Hall Burnley Road, Burnley

Enjoy exploring inside the stunning Gawthorpe Hall, open for free as part of National Heritage Open Days.

Free

TALK ON: WITCHES, DARK ARTS AND DEMONOLOGY

Gawthorpe Hall Burnley Road, Burnley

Popular speaker Dr Colin Penny is back with a new talk about why there was a moral panic about witches and what were the horrors of the supernatural in the 1600s?

£8

Pendleside Abseil

Pendleside Hospice Colne Road, Burnley

An unforgettable abseil down Burnley College in support of Pendleside Hospice. £50 per person. Minimum sponsorship of £150 per participant. Places are limited. Register online.

CAR RAFFLE 2025

Pendleside Hospice Colne Road, Burnley

One lucky winner will have the choice between a brand-new 25-plate Hyundai i10 Advance or a £10,000 cash prize! Entries close: Monday, 29th September, 2025. Raffle tickets available online.

PENDLESIDE DOES STRICTLY

Pendleside Hospice Colne Road, Burnley

A two-course meal from Simply Classic along with a full night of entertainment.

£50