Spring Summer Events Guide

SPRING/SUMMER
EVENTS GUIDE
2016
EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA
AT PENNY FARM
Celebrate the Easter weekend at Penny Farm with an egg hunt,
competitions, homemade cakes and arts and crafts. Meet the
horses and watch them relaxing in their natural habitat.
WHERE: Preston WHEN: 25th - 28th March
from 11:00 - 16:00
MINI ANIMAL FARM
Stroll down to Dalton Square in Lancaster and see ponies,
chickens, piglets, sheep and ducks up close! Face painting
is also available. A lovely way to enjoy Easter Monday.
WHERE: Lancaster
WHEN: 28th March
from 11:00 - 15:00
GREAT BRITISH FOOD
FESTIVAL AND SPRING FAIR With over 60 food and drink stalls, this annual event is foodie
heaven. With everything from live demonstations from top
chefs, to 'man vs food' style eating competitions, to live music,
there is something for all members of the family to enjoy.
WHERE: Clitheroe
WHEN: 8th - 10th April
FAMILY STAR GAZING NIGHT
Experience a magical night under the stars at the stunning
Brockholes nature reserve. Discover more about the vast universe
and learn about different constellations through powerful
telescopes. Astronomy experts will be on hand to answer any
burning questions about the solar system and beyond.
WHERE: Preston WHEN: 17th April
MORECAMBE CARNIVAL
With headlining acts such as Scouting for Girls, Alesha
Dixon and Jake Quickenden, this is a festival not to be
missed! The weekend is jam packed with parades, trade
and craft stalls, local food trucks as well as the grand
unveiling of the carnival King and Queen.
WHERE:
WHEN: 30th April - 1st May
Morecambe from 10:00 - 21:00
LANCASTER FOOD
& DRINK FESTIVAL
Browse over 50 stalls, sampling sweet and savoury delights
from all over the world at this 3 day popular food festival.
Quench your thirst with some locally brewed cask ales
or indulge in some decadent homemade pastries.
WHERE:
Lancaster
WHEN:
30th April - 2nd May
CHIPPING STEAM FAIR
A weekend packed full of fun for the whole family. Get up
close with your favourite classic cars, military vehicles and
tractors. The event also boasts over 450 exhibitors and a
recent additional of a food hall where you can stock up on
local artisan produce.
WHERE: Preston WHEN: 28th - 30th May
from 10:00 - 17:00
TRACTOR PULLING
EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS
The UK's largest tractor event! Watch in amazement as
competitors from over 18 countries compete over
2 days to be crowned champion.
WHERE:
Great Eccleston
WHEN:
27th - 28th August
HAVE WE MISSED ANY GREAT EVENTS
OVER THE SPRING OR SUMMER?
Get in touch on Facebook or Twitter to tell us
what you will be doing. Make sure to book your
pitch at Moss Wood soon, so you don’t miss out!