Vintage Car Show
View over 50 classic cars and bikes at this fabulous vintage event. Entry £1 on the gate, refreshments available.
Chorley Railways Talk
Historian Steve Williams presents an illustrated talk on local railway stations including Balshaw Lane and Euxton. Free entry.
Bat Walk
A free night-time bat walk is the perfect opportunity to spot bats in their natural environment – a great evening for all the family. Meet in the Kitchen Courtyard. Free tickets are bookable on Eventbrite.
Bat Walk
Join local bat experts and the Ranger Service to learn more about the bats roosting and feeding in the local area. Places should be reserved on 01695 622794.
Footballers in the Trenches Talk
WWI historian Steve Williams presents a talk on local men who fought in the Great War – and played football along the way. Entry £2.50 – for more info, visit www.chorleyinthegreatwar.org.uk
Gentry of Eccleston Talk
Local historians Alan Marsden and David Nelson present a talk on the grand houses of Eccleston and district in 1840, and the people who lived in them. Find out about their work, social connections and the ultimate decline of the landed gentry. Free entry.
Cemetery Open Day
Meet the bereavement services staff and take a behind-the-scenes tour of the crematorium. You’ll hear advice on funeral planning and finance, with cemetery tours offered by the Friends of St. Helens Cemetery.
Was the Lady Floating Talk
Between 1912 and 1914, three men were married. The three grooms all had three things in common: they were all the same man, and they were all soon to be widowed, and their brides found in the bath. This informative talk by Charlie Guy gives an insight into the George Joseph Smith murders. Entry £3,...
Audience with Liverpool Legends
Join John Aldridge, Ronnie Whelan and Steve McMahon on stage, with highlights from their careers and plenty of banter! Limited opportunities for meet and greets before the show – tickets from £30-£66.
Steam Heritage Festival
View steam traction engines, vintage tractors, miniature engines and plenty more at the last surviving Pithead in Lancashire. There’ll be demonstrations throughout the weekend, a vintage fairground and fair organs.