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Talk: Elizabeth Raffald – Before Mrs Beeton, England’s Most Influential Housekeeper
A talk exploring the rise and fall of one of Britain’s most influential cookery writers - Elizabeth Raffald, by Manchester-based food historian Neil Buttery.
Time and DateFriday 22nd May 2026 01:00 PM until 02:00 PM
Make a woven dream catcher at Gawthorpe Hall
Make your own woven dream catcher to help you count sheep while you sleep.
Time and DateWednesday 27th May 2026 12:00 PM until 04:00 PM
Rossendale Means Business
A brilliant business expo for business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals in Rossendale.
Time and DateWednesday 10th June 2026 10:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Discovering Patchwork and Quilts at Gawthorpe Hall
Discover beautiful patchwork, quilts and textiles and meet our sewing specialists who will share their sewing secrets.
Time and DateThursday 11th June 2026 12:00 PM until 04:00 PM
Webinar - The impact of AI on the quality and quantity of book releases
Presenting new research on how the diffusion of LLMs has reshaped the publishing sector and the impact of AI on both the volume and perceived quality of books on the market.
Time and DateThursday 18th June 2026 03:00 PM until 04:00 PM
Presentation: Ladies of Leisure by History Wardrobe
A delightful talk exploring pleasures and pastimes in Jane Austen’s era, featuring marvellous original fashions and lively readings from Austen’s novels.
Time and DateThursday 18th June 2026 06:30 PM until 08:00 PM
Silver School of Arms at Gawthorpe Hall
Discover historic weapons, armour and sword fighting when the Silver School of Arms visit Gawthorpe Hall.
Time and DateSunday 21st June 2026 12:00 PM until 04:00 PM
North West Independent Film Festival 2026
Now in its second year, NWIFF is a celebration of British short films from all over the UK, with a curated programme of screenings taking place in June in Preston.
Time and Date25th until 30th June 2026
