Local Life 247

St. Peter's Pavilion Fireworks
2018-11-04 16:00 - 20:00 UTC
Hindley lights up the sky this Bonfire Night! With a firework display starting at 6:30pm, live entertainment, food and drinks and a funfair, you’re in for a treacly treat. No entry after 6:30pm, £6 per adult and £3 per child. Advance booking recommended at Eventbrite.

Haigh Fireworks
2018-11-04 16:00 - 19:30
A family friendly firework spectacular featuring more entertainment than ever before. There will be live music, an award-winning LED puppet show, a Superhero vs. Princess show for the kids, and a firework finale by SM ART Pyro. Tickets range from £7-£32, and car parking costs £1.50. For tickets, visit https://boxoffice.wlct.org/event_description.aspx?eventid=476.

Vegan Fair
2018-11-04 11:00 - 16:30
From cakes to cosmetics, Rainford’s Vegan Fair has tonnes of cruelty-free gifts and snacks on offer. You can even grab a festive gift while you’re there.

Red Lion Bonfire & Fireworks
2018-11-03 18:30 - 20:00
The Douglas Valley Lions Club will hold its annual fireworks and bonfire charity events, with proceeds going to local causes. The fire will be lit at 6:30pm, with a fireworks display at 7pm. Adults £6, children between 5 and 15 £3.

Duxbury Park Bonfire
2018-11-03 18:00 - 20:00
The Red Bank Scout Group host their annual bonfire and firework display. Some Bonfire Night fun for all the family! Free entry but donations welcome (£5 per adult, £3 per child).

The Plough Fireworks
2018-11-03 17:00 - 20:00
The Plough Inn in Lathom is hosting its fourth annual firework display with rides, face painting, sweet stalls and sparklers! There will also be a barbecue with a hog roast, craft beers and cask ales. Advance tickets cost £4 for adults and £2 for children. Fireworks start at 7:30pm.

Suffragist Presentation
2018-11-03 11:30 - 12:30
Songs, poems, speeches and playlets to celebrate the centenary of the Qualification of Women Act and highlight Suffragist and Suffragette activity. Free to attend, no booking required.

Voices of the Great War
2018-11-03 10:00 - 16:00
An exhibition of Lancashire Voices in the Great War, including lessons on how to bake a trench cake. Family history consultants are on hand to help visitors find details of who served their country during both world wars, and an evening concert takes place from 7:30pm.

Ladies Night
2018-11-02 20:00 - 23:00
The Poacher presents Ladies Night! Prosecco on arrival, and some great stalls including Ann Summers, Avon and nails/beauty. DJ entertainment and games! Tickets £10 per person.

Blind Wine Tasting
2018-11-02 19:30 - 22:00
Test your knowledge of wines and your pallet for a fun night with friends in a fundraiser for Rainford Girlguiding. Tickets £20.

Quiz Night
2018-11-02 19:30 - 22:00
Rainford Cricket Club presents a fun quiz night with brilliant prizes. Teams of up to 6 can take part, and entry costs £5 a head. Bring your own drinks and snacks. Call 07767441978 for details.

Standish Cricket Club Fireworks
2018-11-02 18:30 - 22:00
Standish Cricket Club present a night of fireworks, with a bar/refreshments and children’s rides and attractions. Adults cost £3, children £2. Fireworks display begins at 7:45pm, and parking is strictly limited. For more information, go to www.standishcc.co.uk.

Astley Hall Fireworks
2018-11-02 18:30 - 20:00
Chorley Council invites families to celebrate Bonfire Night with a stunning display and traditional bonfire! The bonfire is lit at 7pm with the firework display at 7:30pm. Free admission.

Prescot & Odyssey CC Fireworks
2018-11-02 18:00 - 23:00
A bonfire extravaganza is coming to Prescot this Bonfire Night. The bonfire will be lit at 6:45pm and a fireworks display begins at 7:30pm. Tickets cost £6 per adult and £4 for children up to 16 – under-5s go free. Tickets purchased in advance – email prescotandodyssey@gmail.com for details.

Dead & Buried: Victorian Death Talk
2018-10-31 12:00 - 13:00
Charlie Guy MA dispels the myths of death in Victorian times, and shines a light on some forgotten funeral practices, traditions and superstitions. Booking essential – call 01942 828128 or email wiganmuseum@wigan.gov.uk. £2.50 per person, includes tea and coffee.

WLLR Halloween
2018-10-28 17:30 - 19:00
The West Lancashire Light Railway operates a limited number of Halloween trains after dusk has fallen. For more information, call 01772 815881.

Pumpkin Carving
2018-10-28 14:00 - 16:00
Discover top tips about pumpkin designs and carving techniques this Halloween, and enter your creation in the Best Pumpkin competition! Ideal for children aged 5-12. Pumpkins are provided, booking required on 01695 622794.

Apple Day
2018-10-28 12:00 - 16:00
A day of apples takes place in the Walled Gardens! Join in with apple bobbing, apple juicing, toffee apple making and more! Free admission (charges apply for toffee apple making), donations welcome.

Autumn Heritage Bus Running Day
2018-10-28 10:00 - 17:00
Free rides around St. Helens on a selection of historic buses and visiting twilight zone vehicles. There will also be sales stands around the museum offering transport books, photos and model buses.

Pumpkin Day
2018-10-27 11:00 - 15:00
Astley Walled Gardeners host a Halloween pumpkin day! Spooky family fun including pumpkin carving or colouring, arts & crafts and a raffle. £3.50 per child includes a pumpkin to carve and take home, a drink, and a Halloween cupcake.
Venue – Activity Room at Astley Coach House

Living Faith Church Autumn Fair
2018-10-27 10:00 - 15:00
The Living Faith Church fair has plenty of stalls to get your Christmas gifts, with bargain buys and children’s activities in the Church Hall. There will also be coffee, tea and cakes available.

Halloween Parkrun
2018-10-27 09:00 - 10:30
Head to Victoria Park in your best fancy dress and running shoes for its annual spooky spectacular parkrun. There’s a prize for the best costumes!

Charity Fright Night
2018-10-26 19:30 - 22:30
Come along to the Mansion House for Halloween in support of Age UK! You’ll be in for a trick or treat with live entertainment, a hot and cold buffet, glass of prosecco on arrival and an unexpected surprise… Tickets cost £25, email laurawalton@aukmm.org.uk for details.

Bat Walk
2018-10-26 17:00 - 20:00
Join ‘Batman’ Jeff for a night-time woodland safari, exploring the sights and sounds of Haigh’s nocturnal world using bat detectors.

Italian Cheese & Wine Evening
2018-10-25 19:00 - 22:00
Enjoy the flavours of Italy at Willowbrook Hospice’s cheese and wine evening. It’s the perfect way to relax after work! Tickets cost £10 and can be booked at 01744 453798 or through email at events@willowbrookhospice.org.uk.

Beer & Cider Festival
2018-10-25 - 2018-10-27
The CAMRA Southport Beer & Cider Festival is back. Expect to see over 60 real ales and ciders, including old favourites and brand new beers. Both local ales and award-winning national beers and ciders available. Refundable festival glasses, hot and cold food. Tickets £4 per day, refunded to CAMRA members as beer tokens.
