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What's on this weekend 7th to 9th August
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6 August 2026
Once again Lancashire is packed with great events this weekend! Check out a selection here and plan your weekend of fun
Chorley
Discover Chorley for a great day out, where a popular market town setting is combined with a strong sense of history and access to beautiful countryside. The town has fascinating links to the Mayflower voyage of 1620, with local figure Myles Standish playing a key role in the Pilgrims’ journey and settlement. Today, that heritage sits alongside a lively town centre, with Chorley Market, independent shops and historic venues offering plenty to explore throughout the year.
From grand settings such as Astley Hall, Hoghton Tower and Heskin Hall to the wide-open landscapes of Rivington and Yarrow Valley Country Park, Chorley provides plenty of ways to experience both heritage and the outdoors. Walking, cycling and outdoor activities are all close at hand, with routes to suit every pace, while local favourites like Frederick’s Ice Cream Parlour offer a well-earned treat to round off the day.
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With stunning parks across the areas, it is no wonder that Chorley and South Ribble have a jam-packed calendar of park events, taking you right through to September.
There is so much fun and excitement around the county this August! Check out just some of the great events happening this weekend and gather your inspiration for some great days out
Chorley Businesses
Outdoors
Canal Boat Cruises
Welcome to Canal Boat Cruises, we are the fun, unique,multi award-winning family canal boat company operated by John and Lesley Yates and their children Ellie, Bridie and Louis. Short breaks, full weeks, beginners and novices welcome.
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Arts & Culture | History & Heritage
Heskin Hall
One of the best examples of Tudor architecture left in northern England, Heskin Hall is set in eight acres of grounds and surrounded by over 300 acres of farmland, and boasts panelled rooms, a great staircase, a priest hole and baronial fireplaces.
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Groups | Arts & Culture | History & Heritage
Astley Hall, Coach House and Park
One of the most intriguing historic houses in the North West, located in the beautiful surroundings of Astley Park, offers a fascinating look into over 400 years of history.
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Frederick's Ice Cream - Massa's
It's all about quality. From the interior décor through to the sourcing of the best local ingredients and the high standards of delicious home-cooked foods, you can't go wrong at Massa's.
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Family Friendly | Free
Rivington Pike
Rivington Pike is one of the north of England's best viewpoints. The historic tower is reputed to date as far back as far as 1138 and boasts breath-taking views of Rivington and beyond.
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ebb & flo Bookshop
ebb & flo Bookshop is a family-run independent bookshop in the Lancashire market town of Chorley.
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Phil Ellis: Bath Mat - Chorley Theatre
Date: 23rd Sept 2026
Phil Elllis - Bath MatSold OutMulti-award winning 'comic genius' ( The Scotsman ) and the new star of Taskmaster (Ch4), Phil Ellis is going on his first full national stand-up tour. Third evening at Chorley after 2 sell-ou...
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Celya Ab: We Must Stop Meeting Like This - Chorley Theatre
Date: 7th Oct 2026
Have you ever forensically over-thought your life choices? Are they all somehow connected to a passing comment your Spanish teacher made when you were 15? Has it impacted everything from your love life to your career?Following sold-out...
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Olaf Falafel's Stupidest Super Stupid Show - Chorley Theatre
Date: 28th Oct 2026
After a sell out run at this year's Edinburgh Fringe, award-winning comedian and children's author Olaf Falafel is dishing up another frying pan full of family-friendly comedy.The comedy show comedians take their kids to is back and ev...
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Dan Nightingale & Friends - Chorley Theatre
Date: 19th Sept 2026
Another tour of brilliant stand-up comedy from Dan Nightingale, host of the Have A Word podcast, and some of his very funny mates. First half is just Dan doing some crowd work and then running out his new set. Second half will be two pro sets from...
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Telling Tales with Andrew Michael Hurley - Chorley Theatre
Date: 14th Oct 2026
For our last event of 2026 we are thrilled to be joined by a Andrew Michael Hurley, a key figure in the current folk-horror resurgence. Andrews 2015 debut novel The Loney won the 2015 Costa First Novel Award, was The British Book Awards Book of th...
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The Brain Bending Science Illusion Show - Chorley Theatre
Date: 25th Oct 2026
Seriously silly science for all ages! Join The Magical Mr West and his corvid companion Crowbert on a journey into the brain bending world of science illusions! Prepare to be astounded by cognitive conundrums, mind melting mysteries an...
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Itineraries
Lancashire Set-Jetting: Blackpool, Preston and the surrounding areas
DurationThree days
Whether it is feature films, comedy shows, sci-fi or drama, Lancashire's wonderfully varied coastline, cities, towns and countryside, make it a wonderful place to capture people's imaginations.
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Lancashire Set-Jetting: East Lancashire, the Ribble Valley and the surrounding areas
DurationThree days
Iconic mills, rolling hills and a national landscape that rivals the beauty of the Lake District means that East Lancashire and the Ribble Valley are often used to showcase the quintessential British countryside on our tv and cinema screens.
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Free | Outdoors
Ramble from Nabs Head Samlesbury
Distance4.5 miles
Take in some simply breath-taking country views around Samlesbury, and witness a whole range of wildlife.
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Free | Outdoors | History & Heritage
Cycling into History - The Great Harwood Stretch
Distance16 mile
Learn all about the history of the area on this loop which connected Blackburn to Clitheroe via Great Harwood
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