Francesca Louise
2019-09-06 19:30 - 20:30 UTC
She has been likened to Norah Jones, Joni Mitchell and Judy Collins but is 100% original. Folk/pop with a 3 piece band

Flower & Vegetable Show
2019-09-07 14:00 - 16:00
Competitive classes for flowers, pot plants, vegetables, fruit, art, photography, baking, jam, chutney and also classes for children to enter. There will also be plants to buy, a tombola and a raffle. The Show will end with the presentation to the winners from approximately 4.15pm. Free to enter (exhibitors pay 20p per exhibit to show), free parking. Refreshments available.

Picnic Proms
2019-09-07 18:00 - 22:00
A fantastic night of fanfare and fireworks – bring a picnic along and enjoy the end of summer at this family evening. Tickets £8 per adult or £6 per child.

Charity Motown Night
2019-09-07 19:30 - 22:30
Enjoy a night of Motown and ABBA music in support of the Animals Asia Foundation, which is helping to end bear bile farming in China and Vietnam. Tickets £7 on 01704 872478 or 01704 874645.

Woofstock Dog Festival
2019-09-08 11:00 - 16:00
A dog-themed family fun day with dog competitions, displays, fairground rides, a bouncy castle and live music. Classes include cutest puppy, golden oldies, dog who looks like owner and best rescue. Minimum donation of £1 per person requested, plus optional dog food donation – proceeds to Carla Lane Animals in Need.

Wildlife Watch
2019-09-08 14:00 - 16:00
Children can enjoy spotting wildlife and taking part in some themed activities. £2 per child, recommended for ages 8-13.

Afternoon Tea Party
2019-09-11 13:00 - 15:00
Enjoy a delicious range of sandwiches, scones and cakes and have a good chinwag, all while raising money for Willowbrook Hospice. Tickets £7.50 on 01744 453798.

Kath Tait: Unruly Tongues
2019-09-11 19:30 - 21:30
Singer, songwriter and musician Kath Tait performs stories of her life as a carer, a hippy and a wholefood freak. Tickets £6.50 at www.wildaboutstory.co.uk or £7 on the door.

The Willowbrook Hospice Golf Day
2019-09-12 11:30 - 21:30
Swing into action for the Willowbrook Golf Challenge on Thurs 12th Sept 2019 at Blundells Hill Golf Club. You’ll enjoy a great day of golf followed by a fab evening of food, drink and entertainment. The event starts at 11:30am with registration & a light lunch before a shotgun start at 1pm. At the 19th hole, players will enjoy a 3 course meal followed by the winners presentation. £70 per player or £250 for a team of 4 players. Ring 01744 453798.

Friendship Month Lunch
2019-09-13 12:15 - 16:00
Come and join in the celebration of 10 years of Friendship Month with the Oddfellows Friendly Society. Whether you fancy a bowl of soup or a 3 course meal the choice is yours but good company will be guaranteed. This is a great opportunity to come along and make new friends and see what the local branch get up to.

Roald Dahl Day
2019-09-13 15:45 - 16:45
Read some Roald Dahl stories and get involved with crafts to make a bookmark and a badge. Perfect for accompanied children aged 5-12.

Game of Bones
2019-09-13 19:30 - 22:30
A brand new murder mystery – a dastardly deed has been committed in Easteros in an attempt to take the Calcium Throne. Can you figure out whodunit? Tickets £12 – contact ormskirk_theatre@hotmail.com for more info.

Charity Quiz Night
2019-09-13 20:00 - 22:00
A quiz night and raffle in aid of Amy’s Swag, a charity established to help provide comforting ‘swag bags’ to young people with cancer. Entry £2 per person.

Folk Train Night
2019-09-13 20:00 - 22:30
A musical extravaganza from Coppull Folk featuring Mail Train and Dandelion Train, along with Fat Controller Ken Scally. Tickets £6 on 01772 432691, 01257 400650 or 01942 732728. All proceeds go to Coppull Folk Fest 2020.

Charnock Richard Scarecrow Festival
2019-09-14
Charnock Richard’s very own scarecrow festival returns – admire the scarecrows across the village and browse stalls from local organisations. There’ll be entertainment and voting for the best scarecrow.

Owlfest
2019-09-14 11:00 - 14:00
Celebrate Standish’s iconic bird with live owl displays, an owl trail through the village, history, crafts and competitions! Free entry, refreshments available.

Viking Market
2019-09-14 11:00 - 17:00
Shop like a Viking at this themed market filled with goods and crafts. Play a game of Hnefatafl and meet the Vikings to discover how they lived and fought, plus lots of refreshments and craft activities. Free admission.

Charity Evening
2019-09-14 19:00 - 23:30
Help raise money for Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital and Carers UK with a 4-course meal, raffle and auction, plus entertainment from a live band and DJ. Dress to impress – tickets £40 on 07972 282833 or Asweet16forbobbi@yahoo.com

Brass Band Concert
2019-09-14 19:30 - 21:30
Chorley District Scouts present the 2nd Rossendale Scout Band for the 27th consecutive year. Tickets including light refreshments £9 per adult or £4.50 per under-14, available on 07789 915627 or john.johnson@scoutmail.co.uk

Scottish Country Dancing Beginners Class
2019-09-15 14:30
This is a beginners class in Scottish Country Dancing. 2.30 to 4.30 on Sunday afternoons. A fun group which is open to all ages to have a go at Scottish Country Dancing (11 to 18 with an adult). No partner needed – just some soft shoes. Good exercise for both the body and the mind. £2.50 each Sunday from September to Easter. The RSCDS is a Registered Charity No. 1061492.

Ashton Coal Mining Talk
2019-09-17 19:00 - 20:30
This historical talk discusses Ashton-in-Makerfield’s coal mining heritage from 1500-1900, particularly the large collieries at Garswood Hall, Bryn Hall and Park Colliery. Entry £3.

Coffee Morning Supporting Young Carers
2019-09-18 10:00 - 11:30
Soroptimist International St Helens will be holding a coffee morning to raise funds for St Helens Young Carers. Tickets £5.

Ragged Trousers Concert
2019-09-19 18:00 - 21:30
Local Ormskirk band Ragged Trousers perform unaccompanied traditional and contemporary folk music. Tickets £10 at https://chapelgallery.org.uk/events/folk-nights-ragged-trousers/

Ukulele Concert
2019-09-19 19:30 - 21:00
A night of fantastic ukulele music from the Wigan Ukulele Club. Tickets £4.50 from Ashton Library or the market, £5 on the door.

Try Nordic Walking
2019-09-20 10:30 - 12:30
Have a go at Nordic walking with a trained instructor, taking in the beautiful pinewoods and beach. Tickets £7 including pole hire or £5 if you have your own, bookable on 01704 878591.

Grand Charity Auction
2019-09-21 09:00 - 17:00
Have you an eye for unnoticed treasure? Come to our Auction at Spendmore Lane Methodist Church and search it out!
Viewing is 9am-11am and the sale will start at 11am. Admission by catalogue 50p. There will be refreshments served throughout the day. Everyone is welcome.

Heritage Open Day
2019-09-21 10:30 - 16:00
To celebrate 25 years of Heritage Open days St. Helens and Warrington Oddfellows will have a stall at The World of Glass showing how the branch has developed over the years, with past minute books, regalia and photographs on show as well as an insight into what the modern day Oddfellows do.

Hesketh Bank Village Show
2019-09-21 12:00 - 17:00
All the fun of the fair with a horticultural competition, donkey rides, a fairground and loads of stalls. There’ll be live entertainment on the day. £2 entry fee, proceeds to Queenscourt Hospice.

Mawdesley Show
2019-09-21 14:00 - 17:00
Put your creative skills and green fingers to the test at Mawdesley’s 42nd village show. A Mawdesley Memories section collects old articles and pictures from around the village. Refreshments available, prize presentation at 3pm. For info and entry forms email mawdesleyvillageshow@gmail.com

Meet the Author: Ted Dakin
2019-09-23 15:00 - 16:00
Local author Ted Dakin transports you back in time with stories about growing up in Wigan from his Wigan Pier series. Free entry.
