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at Gawthorpe Hall

Gawthorpe Barn: behind the scenes 

Join us for a unique opportunity to witness first-hand our roof restoration project here at the Great Barn, Gawthorpe Hall.

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27 Mar to 28 Mar 2026
at 13:00 to 16:00+ 1 other date or time

Gawthorpe Textiles Collection exhibition 

A fantastic display of beautiful historic textiles from the collection of Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth, across five rooms of the Hall.

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1 Apr to 1 Nov 2026
at 12:00 to 16:00+ 154 other dates or times

Easter Bunny Trail 

Gawthorpe Hall's pet bunny rabbits have escaped into the garden and grounds; can you help us find them this Easter?

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5 Apr 2026
at 12:00 to 16:00

Easter holiday crafts – make a pop-up bunny 

Hop on down to join in with some bunny themed crafty fun.

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8 Apr 2026
at 12:00 to 16:00

Talk: Riot and Rebellion! The Power Loom Riots 

In April 1826 a group of 1,000 angry handloom weavers began attacking the looms and mills of East Lancashire. Find out more about the power loom riots in this talk marking the bicentennial year.

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30 Apr 2026
at 13:00 to 14:00

Meet the Housekeeper in the Victorian kitchen 

Explore the Victorian kitchen of Gawthorpe Hall the heart of the home, where the housekeeper is in charge.

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4 May 2026
at 12:00 to 16:00

Painting Padiham at Gawthorpe Hall 

The popular outdoor painting event returns with professional and amateur artists painting live in the grounds of the Hall and around Padiham town centre.

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16 May 2026
at 12:00 to 17:00

Talk: Elizabeth Raffald – Before Mrs Beeton, England’s Most Influential Housekeeper 

A talk exploring the rise and fall of one of Britain’s most influential cookery writers - Elizabeth Raffald, by Manchester-based food historian Neil Buttery.

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22 May 2026
at 13:00 to 14:00

Discovering Patchwork and Quilts 

Discover beautiful patchwork, quilts and textiles and meet our sewing specialists who will share their sewing secrets.

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11 Jun 2026
at 12:00 to 16:00

Presentation: Ladies of Leisure by History Wardrobe 

A delightful talk exploring pleasures and pastimes in Jane Austen’s era, featuring marvellous original fashions and lively readings from Austen’s novels.

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18 Jun 2026
at 18:30 to 20:00

Silver School of Arms 

Discover historic weapons, armour and sword fighting when the Silver School of Arms visit Gawthorpe Hall.

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21 Jun 2026
at 12:00 to 16:00