What's on this weekend - 24th to 26th July
From live music to Alpaca walking, archaeology festivals to maize mazes, you can find it all in Lancashire this weekend!
West Lancashire offers a mix of market town heritage, open countryside and a food scene that has gained national attention, with Ormskirk at its centre. Known for its long-running market, still held twice a week, the town combines traditional stalls with independent shops, cafés and historic streets. The area is also home to outstanding dining experiences, including the Michelin-starred Moor Hall, The Barn at Moor Hall, and Sō–Lō, each showcasing seasonal Lancashire produce and attracting visitors with carefully crafted menus.
For time outdoors, Martin Mere Wetland Centre is a key highlight, drawing visitors looking to experience wildlife and seasonal bird migrations up close. Across the wider area, flat farmland and quiet lanes lend themselves to walking and cycling, with canals and waterways adding to the setting. Farm shops, local producers and food-focused stops are spread across the area, giving plenty of opportunities to experience what West Lancashire is known for beyond the scenery.
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From live music to Alpaca walking, archaeology festivals to maize mazes, you can find it all in Lancashire this weekend!
Get ready for an action-packed weekend this July as the much-loved Green Fayre returns to Beacon Country Park, bringing Vikings, animals and countryside adventures to life in spectacular style!
With many of the kids breaking up this week, its time to get the summer started! Why not check out a few of these great events to celebrate?
There's a fantastic day ahead of you at Martin Mere Wetland Centre. Enjoy splashing, dipping, playing, feeding, paddling and getting up-close-and-personal to some of nature's most wonderful wildlife.
Read MoreA great family day out, offering visitors the chance to experience the every day running of an actual working farm, while still having the chance to watch, feed and touch the animals.
Read MoreThis historic 18th Century property provides a perfect fairy-tale day for your wedding. Set in eight acres of rolling countryside, Lancashire's Wedding Venue of the Year for nine consecutive years is one of the most picturesque places to say 'I do.'
Read MoreVisit us in store at JAK Hanson and enjoy a friendly shopping experience with great-value finds across fashion, homeware, gifts and more.
Read MoreNestled on the side of Parbold Hill, is a beautiful woodland walk called 'Fairy Glen'. Stroll through this enchanted forest and discover plenty of cliff edges and spectacular waterfalls.
Read MoreTake a break from your busy life and step into the wonderful surroundings of Mere Sands Wood.
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Date: 29th Jul 2026
Calling all mini palaeontologists! Join us this Summer for a prehistoric adventure exploring the amazing lives of dinosaurs. Discover herbivores, carnivores, who lived where and who ate who. Help us with our Dino fossil dig, search for the Velocir...
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The big parade of little engines.
Read MoreDates: 1st Aug 2026 - 2nd Aug 2026
The big event of the year. A two-day summer steam gala.
Read MoreDate: 4th Aug 2026
A magical morning in collaboration with The Sunshine Club
Read MoreDate: 20th Aug 2026
Romantic, charismatic and distinctive, the perfect venue for all seasons.
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