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Halsall Fireworks
2019-11-05 18:00 - 21:00 UTC
Expect hot food, a live DJ, and plenty of sweets at this bonfire night celebration! The fire will be lit at 6:30pm ahead of the display at 7:15pm. Entry £5 per adult or £1 per child.

Ladies Night
2019-11-08 19:00 - 21:00
Pamper yourself with beauty treatments, stalls and prosecco! Entry £3, proceeds to the school’s PTFA.

Christmas Jumble Sale
2019-11-09 14:00 - 17:00
The Famous Wrightington JUMBLE. is on, SATURDAY NOV 9th at ST JOSEPH’S HALL WRIGHTINGTON at 2pm The event is near Junction 27 of the M6 – WN6 9PA. As well as quality jumble we have good as new, books, toys, jewellery, Fairtrade Christmas cards and goods, Tombola, tea and coffees and the most delicious home made cakes and biscuits.
Admission is 50p, children free, with proceeds to Africa/Cafod. Come get a bargain, have fun and help the poorest.

Classical Music by Candlelight
2019-11-09 18:00 - 21:00
An enchanting evening of classical music by candlelight, performed by students from Chethams School of Music. There’ll also be cheese & wine and a raffle. Tickets £10 from Feather & Twigs, under-16s free.

Mellor VeganFest - 2019
2019-11-10 11:00 - 16:00
A compassionate day showcasing delicious foods, fair trade gifts & beautiful handmade items that are completely free of animal bi-products. Learn about plant based lifestyle, try samples & embrace a feeling of wellbeing.

Jazz Night
2019-11-11 08:00 - 17:00
Singer/Compere Rae Owens along with 4 piece house band present an evening of swing and jazz. Guests welcome to jam with the band and you get a sausage butty. All for £3.

Charity Jazz Concert
2019-11-16 19:00 - 22:00
Join the Ormskirk & Maghull Lions Club for a night of music with the Chicago Teddy Bears jazz band. Licensed bar, bring your own nibbles.
Tickets £10 from Colin on 01695 421646 or Jimmy on 07779 143176.

Lancashire Night
2019-11-21 19:30 - 22:30
Mark Dowding and Sid Calderbank present Tacklers’ Tales, with music, a quiz and hotpot supper. Bring your own drinks. Tickets £10 on 0300 123 6703 or from the library.

Blackburn Cathedral Frost Fair 2019
2019-11-22 16:00 - 21:00
A​ free to enter 2 day spectacular featuring the finest selection of talented artisans from across the North West – discover handmade luxury confectionery, sweet & savoury treats, original art, homeware, unique children’s gifts, fashion & much more – feel indulgent, relax & take in a warming traditional ​Mulled Wine​ whilst browsing & choosing that something special.

Gin Evening
2019-11-22 19:00 - 22:00
Chin chin! Get your tickets now for Willowbrook’s fabulous Gin Evening on Friday 22 November at the Living Well! Tickets are £30 which includes 4 top quality gins with garnishes AND a souvenir gin glass to take home! Places are limited so book now by ringing: 01744 453798 or go online at: https://willowbrookhospice.charitycheckout.co.uk/gin-night

Christmas Northern Belle Train to London
2019-11-23 08:15 - 23:15
Join the Northern Belle luxury train for a trip to London for Christmas shopping & sights on 23 Nov 2019 from Liverpool Lime Street. On the way to London, you’ll enjoy a delicious brunch accompanied by a Bellini cocktail is
served. On arrival the time is your own to spend at your leisure. On the way back you’ll enjoy a glass of champagne & 5 course dinner. Tickets are £325 each & can be reserved through Willowbrook Hospice by ringing 01744 453798

Wine Tasting
2019-11-23 19:00 - 22:00
Join the Formby Squirrels Rotary Club for a wine tasting event (with plenty of cheese snacks). Learn more about wine and enjoy a tipple. Tickets £15 on 07706 017221 or from squirrelbramhall@gmail.com

Absolutely Fabulous Gin Festival
2019-11-29 18:00 - 23:00
Absolutely Fabulous Gin Festival does Christmas at St Helens Town Hall. Celebrate Gin at Christmas with 120 Gins on offer, selection of Rums plus other drinks. Live Entertainment from Louise and the Love Bugs. Back by popular Demand, Tickets Sell FAST for this event. Ideal Christmas night out, get together or perfect for Gin Lovers, we also have a VIP area.

Christmas Fayre
2019-11-30 11:00 - 15:00
For the third year running Lydiate Village Centre will be running their annual Christmas fayre. There will be a number of stalls including homemade crafts, tombola’s, raffles, and Santa’s grotto (pre-booking is essential). There will be children’s crafts and musical entertainment throughout the day.

Princess Tea Party
2019-12-01 13:00 - 15:00
Kick start your Christmas playing, eating, dancing and singing with four Disney princesses! Come along in fancy dress and enjoy a buffet lunch, photo opportunities and more. Tickets £10 per child at www.ticketsource.co.uk/tunzaspride

Traditional Christmas Wreath Workshop
2019-12-05 18:30 - 21:00
Join Olive Owl Flowers at Bag & Bean and create your very own Traditional Foliage Wreath. Choose from a beautiful selection of Festive Foliage and Traditional Decorations to add to your Wreath.
Bag & Bean will also be supplying a delicious spread along with welcome drinks upon arrival.
£45 | Limited Spaces
Book from our Facebook page or Website.

Contemporary Christmas Wreath Workshop
2019-12-10 18:30 - 21:00
Create a modern wreath mixing new and traditional techniques and materials to create a stunning and unique festive wreath.
Hosted at Posthouse in Orrell, enjoy discounts off selected seasonal drinks and coffees.
£30 | Limited Spaces
Find our Facebook or Website to book

Have Yourself A Vintage Little Christmas
2019-12-11 18:30 - 21:00
A new and exciting workshop concept!
Create a Contemporary Christmas Wreath using Vintage and Retro styling, Tree Decs and Colour Schemes. Feast on Festive Cheeses, Crackers and Deli Meats supplied by The Little Green Platter Company. Be entertained by a Live DJ Set mixing all the Old School House Vinyl. All hosted in Wigan’s quirkiest Vintage Clothing Shop, North West Vintage.
£45 | Very Limited Spaces | BYOB
Find our Facebook or Website to book

Christmas Celebration Afternoon Tea
2019-12-13 13:00 - 16:00
Lydiate Village Centre will be running their annual Christmas Afternoon Tea this year. The day will include a Christmas themed afternoon tea, which is all homemade and cooked on site, with fizz, bingo, raffle prizes and live music. It is essential you pre book your slot as we have limited spaces. £4.00 per ticket.

Christmas Cabaret Party Night
2019-12-14 19:30 - 23:55
St. Mary’s Social Club Billinge starring Duncan Heather, top male vocalist, DJ Wink and a superb hot buffet. Saturday December 14th at 7.30pm. Tickets £5 members, £7.50 guests. Tickets now on sale behing the bar, contact 01744 892836.

Fresh Flower Christmas Wreath Workshop
2019-12-17 17:45 - 21:00
Create your very own Christmas Door Wreath or Table Centre using Fresh Festive Flowers and Foliage.
Delicious spread supplied by Bag & Bean, as well as welcome drinks given upon arrival.
£45 | Limited Spaces
Find our Facebook or Website to book

Dinner Ladies Christmas Show
2019-12-20 20:00 - 23:00
Join Bren, Dolly, Jean, Twinkle and Anita as they cook up a storm – and not just in the canteen! Tickets £27 including a festive buffet.

Winter Solstice Fundraiser
2019-12-21 19:00 - 22:30
Help support Burscough Community Farm with a party for the Winter Solstice, with live entertainment from Acoustic Routes, a hotpot supper and dessert, a bar and a raffle. Tickets £12 at burscoughcommunityfarm.org or on 07803 925446.

Luxury Christmas Table Centrepiece Workshop
2019-12-23 18:30 - 21:00
Join Olive Owl Flowers at their last workshop of 2019 at Posthouse, in Orrell. We’ll be showing you how to make a Luxury Table Centre using only the freshest blooms and foliage, with lots of beautiful colours and textures. Candles and vase included in price. Discounts on seasonal drinks and coffees available on the night.
£50 | Limited Spaces
Visit https://www.facebook.com/posthouseorrell/ to book.

Open Mic Night & Gin Bar
2020-01-11 18:30 - 22:00
The Friends of Chorley Library present a night of music, poetry and performance – with an amazing gin bar! Entry £2, all proceeds go to supporting the library.

Burns Night
2020-01-21 18:30 - 22:00
Celebrate the life and poetry of Robert Burns with the Southport Sunrise Rotary Club, including a traditional supper of haggis, whisky and poetry, plus a raffle in aid of local charities.

Burns Night Supper
2020-01-24 19:00 - 23:00
Wigan Thistle Society invite you to join them for a traditional Burns night supper. There will be speakers, a piper, three course meal and Scottish dancing for all levels. Tickets are £24 (£16 for children under 12). Please contact Paula on 01942 680008.

Jazz in the Village
2020-01-24 19:30 - 22:30
An evening of music from Ian Millar on the saxophone and Dominic Spencer on piano! Tickets £10 including supper on 07712 671945 or 07831 284426.

Charity Burns Night Supper
2020-01-25 19:00 - 21:30
Celebrate Burns Night in style with The Brain Charity this year. Enjoy a tasty traditional meal, live pipe band and poetry performances. Fully licensed bar.
Tickets: £8.50 which includes meal and a wee dram (Vegetarian/Vegan meal options available)

Boogie Bingo
2020-02-01 19:00 - 23:00
Help fundraise for Wigan Youth Zone with a night of boogie bingo. There are plenty of prizes to be won; tickets £25 including light bites, bookable on Eventbrite or 01942 774000.
