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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.

Magnificent Miniature Shield Crafts at Clitheroe Castle Museum

1 May - 31 May

Get creative with our miniature shield crafts! Your young explorers can design and decorate their very own mini wooden shield magnet or badge to take home (£2.00). Museum admission does not apply to take part.

Clitheroe Beer Festival

15 May - 16 May

The next Clitheroe Beer Festival will run at St Michael & St John’s Assembly Room in Clitheroe from May 14-16, 2026. Try over 70 real ales, craft beers, ciders perries, ciders, gins and wine and enjoy live music and food on site…

'Seedy Frills Presents: Follies and Frills Burlesque' Show!

20 June

Following on from the success of the first show in March, 'Follies and Frills Burlesque' is returning with another amazing line- up of highly established Performers from all around the UK for a fabulous night of Burlesque entertainment!

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.