Calling ALL mums… hands up who’s up for a big hit of feel-good endorphins and vitamin D, getting that all-important exercise in the great outdoors? Join the Mum & Buggy Boot camp brigade starting at Whitaker park on Thursday 2 May!
The Whitaker is delighted to host an exhibition exhibiting paintings by visionary Oldham born artist, Richard Fitton. Richard Fitton is widely considered to be one of the most exciting young painters in the country. Since bursting onto the north-west art scene several years ago, he has gone on to establish a much wider reputation thanks to critical acclaim and high profile exhibitions.
We’re delighted to announce that Cathy Crabb’s critically acclaimed play will be coming back to the Whitaker this May. Nominated in 2011 for Manchester Theatre's Best Fringe Production following performances at The Lowry's Re:Play this brilliant play is a must see that quickly sells out.
Ride active is free, fun and promotes healthy living. It starts Friday the 24th of May 2019 for 9 weeks (8 weeks of training and the 9th week (19thJuly) will be the POP (pedal our parks). It is a cycling challenge for those who are beginner riders or people who have never rode a bike to make themselves more comfortable as well as getting fitter.
A cracking Cairo thriller set against the backdrop of the 2011 Egyptian revolution. A nightclub singer is murdered and Fares gives a gripping performance as a conflicted policeman caught up in a corrupt and dark world.
In the UK refugee week is a nationwide programme of Arts, Culture and educational events that celebrate the contribution of refugees to the UK, and encourages a better understanding between communities.
This year at the Whitaker we’ll be celebrating ‘Refugee Week’ and ‘The Great Get Together’ with a great picnic for the whole community on Sunday 23rd June from 12pm to 5pm.
The Friends of Rossendale Museum (FoRM) registered charity 700813, support The Whitaker with a variety of activities including funds for conservation work, education, new equipment and refurbishment.
The last chance to come to the Whitaker and see the amazing work of Colin Binns, on display in our landing gallery. Colin will be here to meet you and discuss his work, and be on hand should you wish to make any last minute purchases of his beautiful artwork.
The first Wednesday of every month our intimate venue becomes a hub for the best acoustic music from in and around the valley. Hosted by Liam Spencer, a songwriter and performer with Joan & The Wad, the evening always guarantees quality live music.
This Easter Monday we are hosting a children’s ‘Easter Bonnet’ parade where they can enter our competition to win a prize. The parade starts at 1pm. Enter with a design you have made at one of our workshops, school or home, we can't wait to see all the creative Milliners we have in the valley!
Relax and enjoy this Easter Sunday with family and friends and let us do all the hard work. Enjoy our traditional Roast Dinner with all the trimmings, with delicious vegetarian options and mouthwatering desserts on offer too.
Artisan craft fair featuring a handpicked selection of local artists and creatives.
On Easter Saturday we are hosting a Craft Fair from 11am to 4pm in the gallery where stalls will be running and selling lots of interesting and amazing items to purchase.
On Easter Friday we will be hosting lots of fun and enjoyable activities for all the family, from our traditional yet competitive egg rolling to the adventurous Easter Egg trail around our wonderful park where children will have to follow the hidden clues to win the end prize.
A funny, moving and multi-layered film - two kindred spirits from different generations explore the French countryside in a camera van, taking photos of the people they meet.
During this workshop, participants will make their own notebook and fill it in by gaining inspiration from items within our natural history collection.
Gain inspiration with items from our vast natural history collection and have fun with their creativity, painting Easter eggs and flags, perfect for any egg hunt.
Join us this Easter half term for more craft activities with your little ones. Where you’ll be creating & decorating your own unique, super stylish bonnet…
During this workshop, participants will make their own notebook and fill it in by gaining inspiration from items within our natural history collection.
Gain inspiration with items from our vast natural history collection and have fun with their creativity, painting Easter eggs and flags, perfect for any egg hunt.
Join us this Easter half term for more fun activities with your little ones. Where you’ll have put on your thinking hats and hunt down the missing eggs.. Will you be able un-scramble the letters to win the mystery prize and glory?
The first Wednesday of every month our intimate venue becomes a hub for the best acoustic music from in and around the valley. Hosted by Liam Spencer, a songwriter and performer with Joan & The Wad, the evening always guarantees quality live music.
Treat your Mum this Mothering Sunday to the special day she deserves. Join us on Sunday 31st and choose from the 2 or 3 course set menu and Mum will enjoy a complimentary glass of Prosecco.
Print Mechanicals is a group exhibition featuring Andrew and Sara Kulman, Andrzej Klimowski, Chris Shaw, Dan Fern, David R Newton, Mack Manning, Paula Newton and Skye Shadowlight. Works are assembled via print or collage methods, reflecting individual thematic approaches. Narrative is present, sometimes oblique, sometimes direct.
A devastating low key, high impact study of domestic abuse which garnered rave reviews upon its release.
The Whitaker is delighted to show a collection of townscape drawings and montages by Colin Binns taken from his exploration of urban spaces in our towns and cities, with a particular focus on the North West region.
To celebrate International Women’s day there will be two events which celebrate women through history.
Our curator will be leading a tour of the museum that looks in a little more depth at the objects that tell a fascinating story about women in Rossendale, as well as a 15 minute screening of acclaimed short film ‘Born a Rebel’
The first Wednesday of every month our intimate venue becomes a hub for the best acoustic music from in and around the valley.
Hosted by Liam Spencer, a songwriter and performer with Joan & The Wad, the evening always guarantees quality live music from Liam and the array of performers looking to perform and entertain the crowd.
As an open-mic night, our Acoustic night celebrates all genres of music from participating artists and musicians. So come along, all players and listeners welcome for what is sure to be a great way to spend your Wednesday evening.
Bar is open from 6pm tip late.
If you happened to have missed our opening of current exhibition 'Emerging Figures' (attended by a record turnout) then we are delighted to tell you that Scott will be returning to the Whitaker once more for a more intimate discussion about his work and his journey so far as an artist. A FREE event with limited availability.
Saoirse Ronan and Laurie Metcalf are electric in Ladybird as a warring teenage daughter and mother in Greta Gerwig’s beautifully observed coming of age comedy-drama.
February Half Term is just around the corner, but don’t worry here at the Whitaker we’ve got you covered with some amazing activities and holiday clubs available for you to help take the pressure off a little bit, and keep the kids entertained. With the added bonus that Kids eat half price all week! (T&C’s apply)
EAT THEATRE is a Manchester based theatre company founded by actor Neil Bell specialising in hard hitting modern theatre tailored to fit into restaurants and bars where people can eat while they watch. The Cocktail hour, an innovative piece of immersive Theatre is an experience not to be missed.
EAT THEATRE is a Manchester based theatre company founded by actor Neil Bell specialising in hard hitting modern theatre tailored to fit into restaurants and bars where people can eat while they watch. The Cocktail hour, an innovative piece of immersive Theatre is an experience not to be missed.
Join us for our live Acoustic night every first Wednesday of the month hosted by the very talented Liam Spencer. Immerse yourself in some warm sounds and gentle harmony, as we celebrate all genres of music from participating artists and musicians in this open-mic evening.
We’re excited to be closing this years Rossendale Film Festival with a screening of ‘The Salt of the Earth’. A documentary of Sebastião Salgado's life and work, revealed to us by his son, Juliano, who went with him during his last travels, and by Wim Wenders, himself a photographer.
As part of this years Rossendale Film Festival we’re delighted to announce the screening of ‘Leave No Trace’, a 2018 American drama film directed by Debra Granik and written by Granik and Anne Rosellini, based on the novel My Abandonment by Peter Rock.
