Bluebell Walk
Join the rangers for a circular 5-mile walk from Yarrow Valley to Duxbury, and search for bluebells! Suitable footwear and clothing recommended.
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.
Spring Fair
Grab a bargain from a variety of stalls from crafts, books and DVDs to plants and bric-a-brac. There’ll be plenty to keep the kids entertained with donkey rides, face painting, music and activities, with afternoon tea and light lunches served in the tea room. Free admission.
Chorley 10K
Race around the two-lap traffic-free course from Chorley town centre around the beautiful Astley Park and back, or join the Chorley 2K Family Run. The course is fully marshalled with water stations. To register, visit http://checkoutchorley.com/chorley10k/
Afternoon Tea
Feast on a selection of sandwiches, cakes and scones with lashings of prosecco and hot drinks. Tickets £10 with proceeds to Rainford Girl Guiding and the Chairman’s Fund, bookable on 01744 884709.
Springtime in Brass
Leyland Band perform a delightful brass concert with special guests Wigan Youth Jazz Orchestra. Tickets £10 in advance or £12 on the door, £5 for students or £8 for patrons. Under-5s go free. Available from Malcolm’s Musicland (01257 264362), Electra Centre (01772 424372) or from Jan on 01772 813895.
Place2Place Cup
A charity football match to raise awareness of the stigma surrounding male mental health – catch the exciting 90 minute match and a raffle. No ticket required but donations welcome.
Digital Photography Taster
Want to get more out of your camera or improve the composition of your shots? Confused about pixelated images or just want to take better portraits? Come along to a free introductory photography session. Booking required at Eventbrite or on 0300 123 6703.
Twiddlemuff Decorating
Come along to decorate and sew up a twiddlemuff to be donated to someone with dementia. These help occupy the mind and comfort those who need them.