Acorns
2025-01-04 10:30 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Towneley Park, Towneley Park, Burnley, BB11 3RQ, United Kingdom
Acorns is a nature based family activity group, delivered by the fabulous volunteers from the Friends of Towneley Park. Meeting weekly, they provide an array of nature themed activities from scavenger huts, bird watching, gardening and planting, river dipping, crafting with nature and so much more!!!

Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Meeting pointMeet at the Friends of Towneley Park Hut, near the bowling green by Offshoots. What to bringLots of smiles, fun and willingness to get mucky. We encourage everyone to dress appropriately for the weather, wearing suitable footwear or wellies if you can.Find out moreKeep up to date with plans for each session by following https://www.facebook.com/www.friendsoftowneley.co.uk

Park Play
2025-01-04 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-28 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Scott Park, Scott Park Road, Burnley, Lancs, BB11 4JN, United Kingdom
Join Park Play every Saturday morning 10-12 in Scott Park Burnley (look for the Park Play flag near the Tennis Courts). Park Play is 2 hours of informal play for all ages, (adults and children alike) led by volunteers and play leaders. The Play Leaders will share and suggest games and activities, but can play your tried and tested favourites too. It is different every week, and is tailored to who comes along and what people want to play. From Tig to Tennis, The Hokey Cokey to Dodgeball, Park Play gives the opportunity for everyone to come together in their local park and #MoveMeetPlay.

More information, and to check out and register for your local park play here. ParkPlay – #MeetMovePlay (park-play.com)

Burnley parkrun
2025-01-04 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-12-28 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-12-21 09:00 - 10:00 | Towneley Park, Towneley Park, Burnley, BB11 3RQ, United Kingdom
Parkrun is a free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! Everyone takes part for their own reasons and enjoyment so please come along and join in whatever your pace!There is also a “new runners” briefing, so you don’t have to worry about where to go and what to do as everything will be explained prior to the start.

Burnley parkrun takes place in the picturesque, popular Towneley park. See Course page for more details.You can take the children on the play park, visit the Hall, grab a coffee or take a stroll through the woodland trails afterwards.What better way to start your Saturday!What does it cost to join?Nothing – it’s free!But please register before you first come along and don’t forget to bring a scannable copy of your barcode (request a reminder). If you forget it. Without your barcode you won’t get a time.

Incredible Edible at Howard Street Community Garden
2025-01-03 10:00 - 12:30, 2025-01-01 12:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-27 10:00 - 12:30, 2024-12-25 12:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-20 10:00 - 12:30 | Howard Street Community Garden, Howard Street, Burnley, BB114PQ
🌱 Join the Incredible Edible Community Gardening Sessions! 🌱

Get your hands in the soil and be part of something special with the fabulous team of volunteers at the Incredible Edible gardening sessions! The sessions are a great way to connect with neighbours, learn about sustainable gardening, and help grow fresh produce for yourself and the community. All ages and experience levels welcome—whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, there’s a place for you in our garden!

Bring your enthusiasm, and grow something amazing together. 🌿

Creative Nature
2025-01-02 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-12-19 13:00 - 15:00 | The Chai Centre, Hurtley Street, Burnley, BB10 1BY

Gardening with Friends of Towneley Park
2025-01-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-26 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Towneley Park, Towneley Park, Burnley, BB11 3RQ, United Kingdom
The friends of Towneley park meet every Thursday at the Friends Meeting Room. The meeting room can be found near the bowling green behind the Italian gardens and close to Offshoots community garden. The group undertake an array of different gardening activities, along with cleaning signs, refurbishing benches and any little jobs that help keep the park welcoming and attractive for all visitors.

It is a fab way to learn new skills, and meet new people whilst taking pride in local spaces. Anyone is welcome to come along, and the group always finish with a brew, biscuit and a chat.

Gardening at Offshoots
2025-01-01 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-12-30 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-12-25 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-12-23 10:00 - 15:00 | Offshoots Permaculture Project, Offshoots Permaculture Project c/o Towneley Hall, Towneley, Holmes Road, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 3RQ, United Kingdom
Offshoots community garden are always looking for new people to come along to their open volunteer sessions. Activities include general gardening and maintenance tasks from planting, weeding, food growing, harvesting, composting, along with opportunities for more labouring activities including carpentry, building and more. The garden has a relaxing atmosphere and you can grab a brew in the hut or around the fire pit. There are always staff and experienced volunteers on hand to support. Perfect opportunity to get outdoors, learn new skills and meet new people.

Padiham Greenway junior parkrun
2024-12-29 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-12-22 09:00 - 10:00 | Padiham Greenway, Padiham Greenway, Park Road entrance, Padiham, BB12 8ED, United Kingdom
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds).​ Held every Sunday on the Padiham Greenway, Park Road entrance.

The aim is to have fun so please come along and join in whatever your pace!

The event is friendly and welcoming, entirely organised by volunteers who all grab a post parkrun coffee in a local café afterwards.

What does it cost?

Nothing – it’s free! Please register before you first come along and don’t forget to bring a scannable copy of your barcode (request a reminder). If you forget it, you won’t get a time.

Burnley junior parkrun
2024-12-29 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-12-22 09:00 - 10:00 | Towneley Park, Towneley Park, Burnley, BB11 3RQ, United Kingdom
Burnley junior parkrun is held every Sunday at 9:00am in the picturesque and historical, Towneley Park. The events are free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k run for juniors (4 to 14 year olds).​

Children can run, jog or walk the course, with parents if they wish, and will always be cheered on by fabulous volunteers and other runners.

A great way to start your Sunday, before going to explore what the rest of Towneley park has to offer!

What does it cost to join in?

Nothing – it’s free! We ask the participants please register before you first come along and remember to bring a scannable copy of your barcode (request a reminder). If you forget it, your child won’t get a time.Adults will not be permitted into the finishing tunnel. See Course page for more details on the route.

Cycle Café
2024-12-23 11:00 - 15:00 | The Chai Centre, Hurtley Street, Burnley, BB10 1BY
Join Super Slow Way at the Chai Centre for their Cycle Café!
Whether you want to learn how to fix your bike, learn some cycling skills or just come for a brew, bite to eat and a chat! A small number of bikes (one in each size) will be available for cycling skills if required. Helmets will be provided and are mandatory for insurance reasons.
Led rides will commence at 1.30pm, a small number of bikes will be available if required.
Creative and planting activities will run alongside, suitable for all the family. Complimentary hot drinks, cake and snacks will also be available.

Full list of Cycle Cafe dates

Saturday 16th November

Saturday 21st December

Monday 23rd December

Saturday 25th January

Saturday 8th February – The Chai Centre

Monday 17th February – The Chai Centre

Tuesday 18th February – The Chai Centre

Wednesday 19th February – The Chai Centre

Daneshouse Cycle Café
2024-12-23 11:00 - 15:00 | Daneshouse Community Centre, Daneshouse Road, Burnley, BB10 1AF
Join Super Slow Way at Daneshouse Community Centre for their new Cycle Café!
Whether you want to learn how to fix your bike, learn some cycling skills or just come for a brew, bite to eat and a chat! A small number of bikes (one in each size) will be available for cycling skills if required. Helmets will be provided and are mandatory for insurance reasons.
Led rides will commence at 1.30pm, a small number of bikes will be available if required.
Creative and planting activities will run alongside, suitable for all the family. Complimentary hot drinks, cake and snacks will also be available.

Full list of Cycle Cafe dates

Saturday 16th November

Saturday 21st December

Monday 23rd December

Saturday 11th January

Saturday 8th February

Monday 17th February

Tuesday 18th February

Wednesday 19th February

LITTER PICK
2024-12-21 14:00 - 15:30 | Clitheroe Street Car Park, Padiham, 20 Moor Lane, Lancashire, BB12 8LZ, United Kingdom
Padiham Litter Pickers will be out in force on Saturday 21st December litter-picking their way around the town centre from 2pm. Why not join us for fresh air, friends, and fun as we lift litter from our historic streets. All are welcome, and all necessary equipment will be supplied. Bernie the Bin Bag Bear will also be there, handing out cold drinks and chocolate. ‘TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!’

Daneshouse Cycle Café
2024-12-21 11:00 - 15:00 | Daneshouse Community Centre, Daneshouse Road, Burnley, BB10 1AF
Join Super Slow Way at Daneshouse Community Centre for their new Cycle Café!
Whether you want to learn how to fix your bike, join a led ride (weather dependent) or just come for a brew, bite to eat and a chat!
Led rides will commence at 1.30pm, a small number of bikes will be available if required.
Creative and planting activities will run alongside, suitable for all the family. Complimentary hot drinks, cake and snacks will also be available.

Full list of Cycle Cafe dates

Saturday 16th November

Saturday 21st December

Monday 23rd December

Saturday 11th January

Saturday 8th February

Monday 17th February

Tuesday 18th February

Wednesday 19th February

Trek and Talk
2024-12-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Burnley Neighbourhood Centre, 33 Brunswick Street,, Burnley, BB11 3NY
Monthly walks for men and children. An opportunity for all men to bond with the little people in their lives. The family and pram friendly walks take place on the 3rd Saturday of every month. The walks starting and finish at the Burnleywood Neighbourhood (Sure Start) Centre, followed by refreshments.
