North of England Appreciate Art at The Biscuit Factory in Newcastle Do you consider yourself a bit of an art connoisseur? Or perhaps you’re just casually interested? Well, head on down to The Biscuit Factory Art Gallery and find out what they’re all about today! As the UK’s largest independent commercial art, craft … Art Galleries and Installations, Creative, Food & Drink, Free, Arts and Crafts
North of England Art Course – Learn to Draw and Paint in Manchester The absolute beginner’s guide to learning to draw and paint, the two-day course will teach you everything you need to know to get started. Creative Art Courses is an independent art studio and was established in 2010 by tutor Brian Raymond. Try … Creative, Arts and Crafts, Creative Workshops
North of England Art Gallery in Leeds Calling all Funstackers! If you’re planning a trip to Leeds and you have an interest in the arts, then the Leeds Art Gallery should be top of your list! Based in the city centre you cannot miss this iconic building. Founded in … Art Galleries and Installations, Creative, Food & Drink, Free, Museums, Arts and Crafts
North of England Art Lessons in Doncaster If your keen on improving your painting skill then these lessons are ideal for you! With a patient, talented teacher in Mark you will be sure to improve your skills! You can see the skills imparted and progression of his students from … Creative, Arts and Crafts, Creative Workshops
North of England Arts and Crafts Classes in Northumberland Looking for something different to try? Why not come and visit The Creative Chicken Arts and Crafts shop and try your hand out at a range of different creative hobbies? From pottery to painting, there is no shortage of choices when looking … Creative, Family Friendly, Arts and Crafts, Creative Workshops
North of England Bagpipe Museum in Northumberland We are calling all music lovers across the globe! Morpeth Chantry Bagpipe Museum is the home to an extensive collection of instruments, from functional bagpipes to miniature pipes made for Queen Mary’s dollhouse, there is plenty of history and stories to unravel … Heritage, Museums, Music
North of England Bookbinding Course in Merseyside Looking for new fun arts and crafts activities. how about booking binding? With more than 30 years in the craft, Artisan Bind is the perfect place to start or continue your progress in the bookbinding world, on every course, students will learn … Creative, Creative Workshops
North of England British Music Experience Liverpool Situated close to Liverpool’s famous Royal Albert Dock, the British Music Experience gives you the chance to peruse a huge interactive collection of British Rock and Pop music memorabilia and learn the history behind some of the UK’s biggest musical stars! The exhibition … Art Galleries and Installations, Family Friendly, Museums, Tours, Music
North of England Bushcraft Experience in Leeds Try a totally unique experience with your time off and join Bozz Bushcraft for a creative, and insightful day out in the wild! Learn the key to survival as you get taught the essentials of bushcraft such as fire lighting, cooking food, … Adventure Activities & Camping, Animals and Wildlife, Creative, Food & Drink, Arts and Crafts, Bushcraft, Camping, Cooking Classes
North of England Cavern Club in Liverpool The Cavern Club in Liverpool – calling itself “the most famous club in the world” – is a must-visit for any live music fans! The Cavern Club is one of the most iconic clubs in the UK and possibly the world, heralded … Heritage, Sightseeing, Historical Sites, History, Live Performances, Music
North of England Cheesemaking Day in the Yorkshire Dales If you love cheese even half as much as we do then you will love this full-day cheesemaking course! Designed to be as hands-on as possible, you’ll be involved in turning 500 litres of local milk into traditional Yorkshire cheese! You’ll be … Creative, Food & Drink, Cooking Classes, Creative Workshops
North of England Chocolate Bar Making in York If you see yourself as a bit of a chocolatier and want to try to make your very own mix of flavours then this is perfect for you! Based in a city with a rich chocolate history there is no better place … Creative, Food & Drink, Cooking Classes, Creative Workshops
North of England Chocolate Making Workshop in Leeds Have you got a love for chocolate? Are you looking for a fun and creative activity to do in Leeds? Then try your hand at making some incredible chocolate truffles with Chocolate Collective! Perfect for parties and team building or if you … Creative, Food & Drink, Group Activities, Arts and Crafts, Cooking Classes, Creative Workshops, Stag & Hen Parties
North of England Cosy Cookery Course near Sheffield For a top-quality cookery course with a great teacher and lovely food look no further than Penistone Pies and puddings. Hosted in a cosy kitchen, learn to make a variety of delicacies from ‘champion’ pork pies to Christmas canapés and you’ll be … Creative, Food & Drink, Cooking Classes, Creative Workshops
North of England Craft Workshops in Merseyside Are you looking for something creative to do with the family or just the little ones? Come along to Crafty Fingers Centre in St Helens and get ready for a great day full of creation and imagination! Get in touch with the … Creative, Family Friendly, Arts and Crafts, Creative Workshops
North of England Crafts Workshops in Northumberland Are you looking for a new passion to use as a creative outlet? Alnwick Arts and Crafts Centre offers plenty of ways for visitors to get in touch with their inner creators! Ran by an experienced owner who is committed to helping … Creative, Arts and Crafts, Creative Workshops
North of England Creative Workshop in Newcastle Looking for a creative activity to help you relax and unwind? Canny craft Offers an immersive variety of workshops for all ages and abilities, baby printing workshops, Friday night painting sessions)adults only ) and pottery painting, each workshop offers a range of … Creative, Arts and Crafts, Creative Workshops
North of England Dance Classes in Northumberland Want to get rid of those two left feet and develop those dancing skills? Look no further! Forever Yung Dance has got you covered! Whether you are looking for an introductory session or looking for a means of fine-tuning your moves, there … Creative, Creative Workshops, Dancing
North of England Danum Gallery, Library and Museum in Doncaster Danum has it all with great art galleries, a well-stocked library and an awe-inducing museum to explore! If you’re looking for a fun, educational and free day out this is the perfect place. Explore the rich heritage of Doncaster through the exhibitions … Free, Heritage, Museums, Sightseeing, Tours, Library
North of England Enter a World of Illusion in Keswick! Perhaps the very best indoor activity for all the family in the Lake District! Enter into a world of mind-blowing stuff at the puzzling world. The Puzzling Place takes the theme of optical Illusion and runs with it, the museum is packed with … Creative, Family Friendly, Museums
North of England Fab 4 Taxi Tour in Liverpool Fab 4 Taxi Tours is one of the first taxi sightseeing tours in Liverpool, as well as being consistently rated as one of the best (they’ve won Tourism Experience of the Year and many others!). They offer a range of famous Beatles tours, … Heritage, Sightseeing, Tours, Historical Sites, History, Music
North of England FACT in Liverpool A legend of the Liverpool art scene, FACT is an award-winning art and cultural centre, with two spacious art galleries, three cinemas, a media and events space, a learning lab perfect for kids, a café and a bar. Their programme includes a fabulous … Art Galleries and Installations, Free, Museums, Cinemas
North of England Farm Visit and Maze in Doncaster Boston Park Farm is a traditional working farm, with the farm park which is open to the public and allows children to get up close with a wide range of farm animals. You can pet and feed animals and also join in … Animals and Wildlife, Creative, Family Friendly, Farm Visits, Mazes
North of England Foraging Courses in Macclesfield Grab a basket, it’s time to team up with foraging specialists down at Totally Wild UK in Macclesfield and start gathering those fresh ingredients! From the great outdoors to the kitchen, foraging courses are a fantastic way to get in touch with … Creative, Food & Drink, Creative Workshops
North of England Furniture Upcycling Workshop in Manchester Do you have a creative spark? Do you also have a piece of furniture in need of a new lease of life? If yes then this is the perfect workshop for you! Tread Softly is holding upcycling classes where you can bring … Creative, Arts and Crafts, Creative Workshops
North of England Ghost Tour in Liverpool Are you a horror fan who also loves history? If your answer is yes then this ghost tour in Liverpool is perfect for you! This interactive story-telling experience is suited for anyone over the age of 9, but they don’t impose an … Creative, Tours, Ghost Tours
North of England Gin Experience in Harrogate If you want to taste lots of delicious gin and maybe even make your very own bottle then this is the perfect experience for you. If you love gin as much as we do then you won’t leave disappointed by this workshop … Creative, Food & Drink, Group Activities, Creative Workshops, Stag & Hen Parties
North of England Go on a Silent Disco Adventure in Newcastle Time to shake what you’ve got, with a Silent Disco Adventure through the streets of Newcastle! What does that actually mean? In their own words, “It’s a flash mob. It’s a silent disco. It’s a roaming rhythmic riot”! Let the advanced radio … Tours, Dancing
North of England Hot Water Comedy Club Liverpool Have a laugh at Liverpool’s only purpose-built comedy club! With top-quality talent, there is never a dull night at Hot Water! Originally starting out as a comedy night in a nightclub, Hot Water Comedy Club has grown dramatically and built a reputation … Comedy, Live Performances
North of England Karaoke Bar in Sheffield Whether you think your voice is beautiful or busted then K-MAX Karaoke is a great place to let your hair down and have a great night with your friends. They are committed to to making your night of singing carefree and fun … Food & Drink, Group Activities, Karaoke, Stag & Hen Parties
North of England Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle The Laing Art Gallery opened more than 100 years ago in 1904 and since then has become managed by the Tyne and Wear Archives and Museums. The gallery’s collection of includes John Martin’s dramatic ‘The destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah’ as well … Art Galleries and Installations, Creative, Free, Arts and Crafts
North of England Learn a New Language at The Language Centre in Newcastle Bonjour! Hola! Guten tag! Have you ever wanted to learn a language but never had the opportunity? Or perhaps you want to learn a new language or improve on your knowledge of one you already know a thing or two about? Well, … Creative, Creative Workshops
North of England Learn How to Play Guitar with Guitar Lessons in Gateshead Ever wanted to learn guitar? Now’s your chance! With Beginner Guitar Lessons at Sage Gateshead, you’ll be playing some sweet, sweet music in no time. If you know some basic chords and how to strum, this class will rapidly improve your skills … Creative, Music
North of England Learn to Cook in York Our state-of-the-art cookery school offers a variety of courses designed for everyone from novices to aspiring chefs. Not only are the cookery school classes ideal for learning a little extra about fine cuisine, but it serves as a dynamic setting for events … Creative, Food & Drink, Cooking Classes, Creative Workshops
North of England Learn to Develop Black and White Photos in Leeds Do you have an interest in photography? Or perhaps you’re just starting out? Whatever your skill level, Aire Street Darkroom is the place to be for all your photographing needs! This community-run darkroom is a non-profit organisation that aims to provide services … Creative, Walking, Creative Workshops, Photography
North of England Liverpool Beatles Museum Learn about the origin of the Beatles, and how they went from a small band in Liverpool and Hamburg to their rise to worldwide fame, the museum is home to a collection of over 1000 rare and authentic items across five floors, … Museums, Tours, Music
North of England Manchester Cheese Crawl This is Manchester’s first official cheese crawl and it’s totally unmissable if you’re a lover of cheese! The crawl lasts 2 hours and there will be a fun cheese quiz and some wine as well as part of the action. There will … Creative, Food & Drink, Food Tours
North of England Model Railway Village in Southport Are you looking for something different to visit when on your travels? Come along and check out the Model Railway Village in Southport! Discover everything the little village and the surrounding area have to discover and walk through the streets like giants! … Creative, Family Friendly, Arts and Crafts, Model Villages
North of England Outdoor Activities in Leeds Take to the great outdoors and learn how to shoot an arrow, light a fire or hurl an axe! At Silverbirch Outdoor Activities you will be kept busy and entertained all day as you take part in archery, axe and knife throwing, … Adventure Activities & Camping, Creative, Target Sports, Archery, Arts and Crafts, Axe throwing, Bushcraft, Shooting
North of England Photography Courses in The Lake District Get your camera out of the auto and start taking photos like a pro with this fantastic photography course in the Lake District! Rod Ireland offers photography tours and courses for beginners all the way up to experienced photographers, with options for … Creative, Creative Workshops, Photography
North of England Photography Tours of York If you love photography and would like to push the boundaries of your camera from auto, then welcome to York Photography Tours UK. York Photography Tours will show you how to take great photo’s whilst touring this amazing city’s ancient buildings, streets … Sightseeing, Tours, Walking, Photography, Walking Tours
North of England Science Media Museum in Bradford Love Wallace and Gromit? Remember Morph? Discover original models and artwork from over 100 animations. See science in action as still, images come to life down at the science media museum in Bradford! This museum will put you back to the future, … Creative, Family Friendly, Free, Heritage, Museums
North of England Sewing Café in Leeds If you fancy something doing a little arts and crafts with your cuppa then Workshop is a great place to spend some time in Leeds. With lots of workshops ranging from dress making to jewellery making we are sure there is something … Creative, Food & Drink, Arts and Crafts, Cafes, Creative Workshops
North of England Silent Disco in Liverpool It’s time to get the party started in the streets of Liverpool! leave those loudspeakers and boomboxes at home as only a pair of headphones and your best dance moves are needed to get this silent party started. get ready to strut … Creative, Group Activities, Music, Silent Disco
North of England Silent Disco on the Streets of Manchester It’s time to tick a silent disco off of your bucket list and groove on down the streets of Manchester. On arrival, you will be given your own headphones, which is all you need, to experience 60 minutes of singing, dancing and laughing … Creative, Group Activities, Silent Disco
North of England Step Inside a Storybook at Seven Stories in Newcastle Once upon a time… Seven Stories is the National Centre for Children’s Books. Celebrate children’s books, their creators and their readers at this unique museum in the heart of Newcastle. Explore the innovative exhibitions and marvel at the original artwork and manuscripts … Heritage, Museums, Literature
North of England Teddy Making Workshop in West Yorkshire Are you someone with a creative flare looking for something new to try? Why not try making your very own furry friend as part of Duttons For Buttons Traditional Mohair Teddies Beginner’s Workshop! You will be making Milo, as seen above. He … Creative, Arts and Crafts, Creative Workshops
North of England The Atkinson Theatre and Arts Centre in Southport Are you looking for a venue full of entertainment? Why not come and check out The Atkinson in Southport? With loads of events on at the theatre and plenty of exhibitions to discover in the gallery and museum, there is something for … Art Galleries and Installations, Heritage, Museums, Theatres
North of England The Beatles Story in Liverpool Get ready for the ultimate Beatles experience! Come on down to the award-winning The Beatles Story, where visitors can enjoy a thoroughly immersive tour through the fascinating lives, culture and celebration of the music of The Beatles – it’s the largest permanent … Heritage, Museums, Sightseeing, Music
North of England The Bluecoat in Liverpool The Bluecoat is one of Liverpool’s oldest buildings and home to its contemporary arts centre. Located in the heart of the city in a beautifully maintained 300-year-old Grade I-listed building, the Bluecoat calls itself a ‘home for artists’. It offers an interesting … Art Galleries and Installations, Creative, Free, Museums, Arts and Crafts, Historical Sites
North of England The Hepworth Wakefield Gallery This award-winning gallery is a must-visit for you art lovers out there. Named after the late Barbara Hepworth, one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, the gallery hosts an impressive inventory of modern and contemporary art including pieces from … Art Galleries and Installations, Creative, Gardens, Arts and Crafts
North of England The Tate Art Museum in Liverpool The Tate Liverpool is a hugely popular gallery known across the world, and proudly holds the title of the most visited art gallery outside the Tate Modern in London! It houses a massive collection of modern and contemporary art (the United Kingdom’s … Art Galleries and Installations, Creative, Free, Museums, Arts and Crafts
North of England Tramlines Festival in Sheffield The beat of a lifetime is about to drop.. wait for it… wait for it….. BOOM!!! It’s Tramlines festival 2021 from the 23rd – the 25th of July at Hillsborough Park. You can buy a full weekend ticket for £130 however if … Dancing, Live Performances
North of England Treasure Hunt around Manchester Calling all pirates in Manchester it’s time to solve the mystery behind the missing gold, sail on down to treasure hunt for an action-filled adventure in Manchester, you’ll get the chance to see all the rural sites around Manchester while trying to … Adventure Activities & Camping, Creative, Group Activities, Treasure Hunts
North of England Vera Half Day Tour of Newcastle Filming Locations Calling all Vera fans it’s time to watch the screen become reality on the Vera filming location tour in Newcastle! During the Vera tour you will get to visit more than 10 actual locations from episodes such as The Prodigal Son, Changing … Sightseeing, Tours, Film & TV Tours, Film Locations
North of England Visit the Brontë Parsonage Museum in Yorkshire When ‘Wuthering Heights’ was published in 1848 one reviewer wrote: ‘the reader is shocked, disgusted, almost sickened by details of cruelty, inhumanity, and the most diabolical hate and vengeance, and anon come passages of powerful testimony to the supreme power of love—even … Creative, Heritage, Museums, Houses, Literature
North of England Visit the Home of Beatrix Potter in the Lake District Welcome to Hill Top, Beatrix Potter’s holiday home, sanctuary and studio. This cosy converted 17th century Lakeland farmhouse is filled with Beatrix’s belongings, and it inspired many of her famous stories. Book your ticket to guarantee entry. Beatrix Potter purchased Hill Top … Creative, Museums, Historical Sites, Houses, Literature
North of England Visit the World’s Smallest Lego Shop in York This one’s for the LEGO fans, adults and children alike! Minifigs & Bricks is the place to buy, sell & trade LEGO. Or even just have a look around and a play! They are a small independent Lego store located in York, … Creative, Family Friendly, Arts and Crafts
North of England Visit William Wordsworth’s Home in Cumbria Step into another century as you experience William Wordsworth’s life at Dove Cottage. Wordsworth and his family lived in this humble Lake District cottage from 1799 to 1808. Today, Dove Cottage has been brought back to life and the sights, sounds and … Creative, Museums, Historical Sites, Houses, Literature
North of England Visit York Art Gallery York Art Gallery’s collection of paintings spans more than 600 years and works range from 14th century Italian panels and 17th century Dutch masterpieces to Victorian narrative paintings and 20th century works by LS Lowry and David Hockney. They also hold the … Art Galleries and Installations, Creative, Free, Museums, Arts and Crafts
North of England Watch Museum and Tours in London Are you a watch enthusiast? Take a trip down to the science centre in London and check out the watch museum on the second level 2, The collection includes more than 600 watches, 90 clocks, 30 marine chronometers, and a number of … Creative, Museums
North of England Woodland Foraging Course in Yorkshire If you want to learn about what tasty treats our woodlands hold then this fantastic foraging course is perfect for you. With experts leading you around the British countryside and giving you their knowledge they’ll make sure you come back with some … Animals and Wildlife, Creative, Food & Drink, Walking, Creative Workshops
