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Painting Padiham at Gawthorpe Hall
The popular outdoor painting event returns with professional and amateur artists painting live in the grounds of the Hall and around Padiham town centre.
Time and DateSaturday 16th May 2026 12:00 PM until 05:00 PM
Sveta & Slava Cello & Piano Duo
Russian cellist Svetlana Mochalova and Ukrainian pianist concert
Time and DateSaturday 16th May 2026 03:00 PM until 04:00 PM
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
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
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
Pendle Festival of Culture 2026
A family fun-day which will celebrate people, environment and culture through music, arts and crafts, food stalls, fun fair rides, community conversations and much more.
Time and DateSaturday 27th June 2026 12:00 PM until 06:00 PM
