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July 30, 2025
Catterick: Garrison Giggles Playgroup every Friday
We run every Friday 09:30-11:30, Loos road community hub
09:30-11:30
LOOS ROAD COMMUNITY HUB
DL9 4HT
£1.50 Per Family
We have lots of exciting things planned from planting your own seeds to take home and grow to dressing up, sensory play, arts and craft AND MORE !
We hope to see you there !
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
July 29, 2025
Blackpool: Ride The Lights - An exciting preview of Blackpool Illuminations - 26th August 2025
Ride at any point along the promenade from Starr Gate at South Shore to Red Bank Road in Bispham. You can ride as much or as little of the route as you are able.
Ride the lights is not a bike race, it's a fun and FREE bike ride open to all. A great opportunity to get out and about on your bike with both family and friends.
In order to keep safe, there are a few things to remember:
- All bikes must have a minimum of one white light at the front and one red light at the back.
- It is highly recommended that all participants should wear a cycle helmet.
- A responsible adult must accompany all children.
- Please be aware that the tramway will be operational throughout the ride, take special care in the area around North Pier/Metropole Hotel
- Marshalls and First Aiders will be on hand along the route.
- Bike Doctors and support vehicles will be on hand to look after breakdowns.
- The road will re-open to traffic at 10pm. Please try to plan your ride to reach your destination by this time, and be aware of traffic after this time.
As you get on your bike to ride the lights, why not join in the creative fun by designing your very own Illuminations display on your bike? Decorate your ride with colourful lights, lamps and lanterns to show off your illuminations design ideas. Light your ride... then ride the lights!
Please note that there will be live filming and photography at this event. Any pictures provided maybe used by VisitBlackpool for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be included, please contact VisitBlackpool Web Team
Officials close the Promenade throughout the full length of the Illuminations, usually between 6pm and 10pm on the night.
Yellow signs and cones appear from tea time, with traffic diverted off the Promenade between Red Bank Road at Bispham and Squires Gate Lane at Blackpool South Shore.
July 28, 2025
Lytham: 1940s Weekend - 16th & 17th August 2025
There will also be military vehicles, music and dance on the Mussel Tanks (weather permitting) adjacent to the Promenade with a resident forties DJ, plus dancing in Clifton Square too.
Lytham St Annes: Fairhaven Dog Festival - Sunday 3rd August 2025
Grab your lead and go and sit by the door it’s time to head to Fairhaven for an afternoon of paw –some fun at Fylde’s furriest festival.
You’ll find all kinds of tail wagging excitement with activities on our events Lawn. Maybe your pooch fancies his chances as the Fylde coast’s fastest treat catcher or has the waggiest tail on the west coast there’s room for all in the Homeless Hounds Fun Dog Show. Want to show off your athletic skills? The agility arena is the place to be, see fantastic demo’s from Pawsabilities or put your pup through its paces for a small donation. Sniff out some bargains or a bite to eat.
We can’t wait to see you on Fairhaven Events Lawn – We’re so excited (we’ll try not to jump up!)
Please note : this is a free event to attend as a visitor, tickets are not required.
If you are interested in attending the event as a stall holder please email: fairhavenbookings@fylde.gov.uk
Any bookings for this will be managed directly with us.
We will not be taking bookings or answering enquiries over Facebook.
Time: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Fairhaven Lake and Gardens, Inner Promenade, Lytham Saint Annes FY8 1B
St Annes: Yoga in the Square - Free session every Saturday starting 9th August 25
Yoga in the Square
Exciting news for Fylde yogis - starting Saturday 9 August, join us in our newly refurbished St Annes Square for free yoga sessions!
Sessions will run every Saturday from 8:30-9:30am until the end of September and are funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund in partnership with Fylde Council.
Catterick: Catterick Village Roses are recruiting new players
Inspired? The Lionesses showed grit and determination to win the Euros again.
It's not always about the best players, but the best team. Catterick Village is all about the team.
Never kicked a ball before or a seasoned player looking for a different challenge, our Roses are a fantastic group who welcome anyone who wants to enjoy playing football.
Come to one of our training sessions and start enjoying being part of a friendly, welcoming and competitive team
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
Newcastle: Commemorating VJ Day 80: 4 - 22 Aug
On 15 August 1945, World War 2 finally ended when Victory over Japan was declared. This year the eightieth anniversary will be marked with local and national events.
Please see the above poster setting out activities in Newcastle for Commemorating VJ Day 80: 4 to 22 August 2025
July 24, 2025
North East: Vacancies for Digital Delivery Engineers
Balfour Beatty is seeking a dedicated Digital Delivery Engineer for our exciting new NZT Project based in Teesside (Northeast).
If you're passionate about delivering transformative projects with a commitment to safety and excellence, we want to hear from you!
As part of the digital team, the digital delivery engineer will help support and facilitate the successful embedment of digital tools and processes across the Project.
Work with the wider Digital team to become a subject Matter expert in digital tools and processes.
And here’s the key: You don’t need to have prior digital experience to apply.
For more information please use the following link and the one below: Details
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July 23, 2025
Fleetwood: Affinity Summer of Fun 19th July - 31st August
- Monday 21st to Friday 25th July – Mini Links Crazy Golf
- Saturday 26th July – Minecraft Day with the Piñata Cod Club
- Tuesday 29th to Thursday 31st July – Billy Sparks Entertainment Shows
- Saturday 2nd August – Spiderman meet & greet with face painting
- Tuesday 5th – Thursday 7th August – Seaside Shows & Mini Bus Rides
- Saturday 9th August – Meet the Flowerpot People with face painting
- Monday 11th to Friday 15th August – Mini Links Crazy Golf
- Saturday 16th August – Gorilla Encounters with face painting
- Tuesday 19th to Thursday 21st August – Billy Sparks Entertainment Shows
- Saturday 23rd August – The Bubble Fairy with Glitter Tattoos
- Sunday 24th August – Wicked Cupcake Workshop with Party Games and Magic
- Monday 25th August – WICKED Galinda & Elphaba meet & greet with face painting
- Tuesday 26th to Thursday 28th August – Seaside Shows & Mini Bus Rides
- Saturday 30th August – Dino Day with the Little Cod Club
- Saturday 19th July to Sunday 31st August – Captain Cod’s Enchanted Adventure Trail
York: FREE Summer Activities City.Kick.About In the Park
York City Kickabout in the Parks taking place 3 of the weeks across the summer. These are one hour Kickabout sessions, our young people come together and play football - whether they are experienced or not it doesn't matter, great place to run off steam and get active.
July 22, 2025
July 21, 2025
Newcastle: Little Troopers Build a Bear Workshop is back 13th August
Registration of interest~ All Together Build-A-Bear Workshops - 13th August 2025
EXCITING NEWS – Little Troopers x Build-A-Bear Workshop is BACK!
We’re thrilled to announce that Little Troopers has once again partnered with Build-A-Bear Workshop to bring a very special experience to military children across the UK this summer!
🧸 Is your little trooper missing a deployed parent?
If your child has a parent currently deployed, you can apply to attend one of our exclusive group workshops happening nationwide. Each child will have the magical opportunity to create their very own ‘Little Troopers’ bear at Build-A-Bear — a treasured keepsake to hold close while their parent is away.
💛 A Nationwide Shared Moment
On the same day and at the same time, children in multiple Build-A-Bear locations will come together for this special summer event — a moment of connection and comfort for our military families