District Event Highlights in 2018 Craven
Pendle
Bentham Show
Pendle Walking Festival
1st September The very best of the area’s cattle, sheep and poultry will be on show, plus hotly contended classes for handicrafts, produce and horticulture. www.facebook.com/BenthamAgricultural-Show-1473196756282636
11th to 19th August Featuring guided walks in and around one of the Forest of Bowland’s most iconic landmarks, Pendle Hill, as well as many other parts of Pendle. A free programme of all walks can be downloaded at the end May from: www.visitpendle.com
Flowers of the Dales Festival March to October Flowers of the Dales Festival brings wonderful wildflower and nature events to venues across the Yorkshire Dales. With guided walks, identification courses, art exhibitions, children’s craft activities, bug hunts and ‘grow wild’ activities, you’ll find something for everyone! https://www.ydmt.org/flowers-of-thedales-festival
Ribble Valley Chipping Steam Fair 26th to 28th May This three day event certainly offers something for the whole family, still with the traditional values of a steam fair at the heart of the event. www.chippingsteamfair.com
Clitheroe Food Festival
Lancaster Wray Scarecrow Festival 28th April to 7th May You’ll find scarecrows galore at this 10day festival so why not see how many you can spot whilst enjoying this village full of character? www.wrayvillage.co.uk
Lunesdale Arts Trail 19th, 20th, & 21st May and 26th, 27th & 28th May Take a creative journey through the lovely Lune valley to meet artists and makers in their studios and workshops. www.lunesdalearts.co.uk
11th August An annual showcase of the hard work and commitment from local food and drink suppliers, and their fantastic produce. The town centre is taken over by an array of culinary stalls – all offering tasteful delights. www.clitheroefoodfestival.com
Wyre Garstang Show 4th August An historic local show with everything from livestock to horticultural displays and much more besides! www.garstangshow.org
Scorton Bikes and Barrows Festival For a full round-up of events across the area go to: www.visitlancashire.com or www.yorkshire.com
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www.forestofbowland.com
5th to 7th May Bicycle rides, fun run, flower festival – and wheelbarrow racing! Just some of the highlights which have featured in this packed festival in the lovely village of Scorton. www.scortonvillage.com