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17February

Finds Day with the Portable Antiquities Scheme at Clitheroe Castle Museum

Clitheroe Castle Museum

Start: 12:00

End: 14:00

Did you know that thousands of archaeological objects are discovered every year by people going about their daily lives? Have you found something that might be archaeological?

Whether you’re a metal detectorist, fieldwalker, mudlark or keen gardener, bring your finds to Portable Antiquities Lancashire & Cumbria. Our Finds Liaison Officers can help identify and record them. Free. No booking required.

Prickly Pals Children's Competition Hunt and Crafts at the Castle

1 February - 28 February

Looking for some half term fun? Inspired by the real hedgehogs that snuffle through the woods around Clitheroe Castle, our children's competition hunt is packed with fun extras. The museum is open Fri to Tue until 15 Feb, then daily from 16 Feb, 12 to 4pm

All Aboard! Railway Family Fun Day

16 February

Clitheroe Castle Museum and Community Rail Lancashire are marking 200 years of the modern railway with a free, action‑packed family day—bursting with hands‑on fun, creative activities and immersive railway heritage.

Finds Day with the Portable Antiquities Scheme at Clitheroe Castle Museum

17 February

Did you know that thousands of archaeological objects are discovered every year by people going about their daily lives? Have you found something that might be archaeological?

'Follies and Frills Burlesque' Show!

21 March

Produced by Ribble Valley's own international, multi-award-winning Burlesque Performer, Seedy Frills and starring some of the UK's best Burlesque Performers!Tickets available at https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/seedyfrills

SeekOut Arts & Music Festival

24 July - 26 July

SeekOut Festival will return in 2026 to Gisburn Forest, offering a curated micro-festival experience limited to fewer than 500 people. The event features live music, interactive art, theatre, wellbeing experiences, and creative activities for all ages.