Exhibitions & Talks
Nocturnal Nature
Enjoy nature at night as you look for the signs, sights and sounds of nocturnal nature including owls, bats and moths. Dogs welcome on non-extendable leads, parking charges apply. Tickets...
Rainhill Exhibition
Rainhill Civic Society present a display of film, photographs and other memorabilia from the village’s 1979 anniversary proceedings. Free entry.
Big & Little Trains Show
Enjoy a railway exhibition with the Chorley & District Model Railway Club and build some models! All materials supplied, and refreshments available.
Cemetery Heritage Tour
The Friends of St. Helens Cemetery host a heritage walking tour – visit the graves of notable people including local sportsmen, military heroes and industrialists. £2 per walker, meet in...
Butterfly Survey
The Ranger service lead you around the park, showing you how to identify and record species of butterfly. You’ll learn about migration patterns, life cycles and conservation. For more info,...
‘The Curry Guy’ Cooking Demonstration
‘The Curry Guy’ Dan Toombs presents a mouth-watering cooking demonstration of a vegetarian take on classic Indian dishes. He’ll also be signing copies of his latest cookbook. Tickets £16 including...
Feather Fest
Get up close and personal with birds of prey, along with a fun dog show, children’s games, a bouncy castle and plenty of stalls. Hot food available. Admission costs £3...
Evening with Sir Michael Parkinson
The nation’s favourite interviewer relives moments from his remarkable career. In conversation with his son Mike, Parkinson presents a night of reflective and celebratory entertainment. Tickets £26-£33.
Courts, Crimes & Constables Talk
Marianne Howell presents a talk on the history of crime and punishment through the ages, including the Lancashire Police. Entrance £3 including refreshments.
Wildflower Walk
Explore the beautiful wildflower meadows with local expert Dave Earl, and learn about everything from orchids to lesser centaury. Tickets £7 for adults, £3.50 for children or £6 for Friends...