Community Events
Discover what's happening in Skelton Gate. Browse upcoming and past community events below.
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Upcoming Events
Halloween at Temple Newsam
Half-term Halloween activities across Temple Newsam, daily from Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November, 10:00am – 5:00pm. Pick up a trail sheet for the quizzes and activities in the Farm, Play Barn, House, Walled …
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Sounds of Nature Walk at Skelton Grange
A free, gentle 90-minute artist-led walk with Balbir Singh Dance Company, meeting at Skelton Grange Environment Centre, Skelton Grange Road, LS10 1RS. Come prepared for the weather and wear shoes suitable for gentle …
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Junior Ghost Walk
A gentle, not-very-scary Halloween storytelling walk for children at Temple Newsam, lasting an hour. Included in a general admission ticket, but it must be pre-booked. This one is Wed 28 October, 1:30pm; the other …
Full detailsSpooktacular Halloween at The Springs
A free Halloween event for children at The Springs shopping centre at Thorpe Park, on the Friday of half term, 11am to 2pm. It’s opposite Caffe Nero. Costumes encouraged. Make your own slime in the slime lab, have …
Full detailsJunior Ghost Walk
A gentle, not-very-scary Halloween storytelling walk for children at Temple Newsam, lasting an hour. Included in a general admission ticket, but it must be pre-booked. This one is Sat 31 October, 10:30am; the other …
Full detailsThe Spell Train at Middleton Railway
A magical, spooky (but not-too-scary) Halloween steam train adventure for young witches and wizards at Middleton Railway. Standard departures at 1:30 PM, 2:10 PM, 2:50 PM and 3:30 PM, with earlier slots possibly added. …
Full detailsJunior Ghost Walk
A gentle, not-very-scary Halloween storytelling walk for children at Temple Newsam, lasting an hour. Included in a general admission ticket, but it must be pre-booked. This one is Sat 31 October, 1:30pm; the other …
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The Northern Swing Orchestra Big Band featuring Ben Eagle
A Sunday-afternoon big band concert at Swillington Miners Welfare, about a ten-minute drive from the estate, with singer Ben Eagle making his debut with the full 16-piece Northern Swing Orchestra. £7 per adult, under 16s …
Full detailsRothwell Fireworks Night
Not yet confirmed: as of early October the organisers say they aim to hold the display, so check the Rothwell & District Carnival Committee’s Facebook page before setting off. A free Bonfire Night fireworks …
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Chrysanthemum Tour
A walk round the Walled Gardens with Temple Newsam’s gardeners, timed for when the National Plant Collection of chrysanthemums is in flower. Two dates: Thursday 12 and Sunday 15 November, both 1:00pm – 2:00pm. Meet …
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Skelton Lake Automotive Meet ★ Featured
Skelton lake Services monthly meet (second Saturday of every month) Everyone is welcome American European Japanese Cars, vans, trucks, and bikes Any age Free entry, No Typical Asbo behaviour Reg plates taken on Entrance
Full detailsRothwell Kebabathon - Trail Run
A trail run from Skelton Lake Services into Rothwell Country Park — woodland, riverside paths, grass trail and a touch of road. Multiple distances with a generous 6.5-hour cut-off, so walkers are welcome as well as …
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Willow Star Wreath Workshop
Make a willow star to hang at home, in the Lady Isabella Room off the Stable Courtyard at Temple Newsam. £25 per person, booking essential, and all materials are provided. Suitable for complete beginners as well as …
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Craft Markets
Craft market weekends at Temple Newsam, with stalls from a selection of seasonal artisan makers and local producers, hosted by Little Hummingbird Events. Make a day of it by exploring the estate, discovering the history …
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Wreath Making Workshop
Make a willow wreath from natural materials by the fire in the Joiner’s Shop at Temple Newsam Home Farm. No experience needed — all tools and materials are provided, with guidance on the day. Adults 18+ only, £30 …
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Christmas on the Farm
A Christmas tree trail through Temple Newsam Home Farm, running every day from 1 to 24 December. Pick up a trail booklet from the Play Barn and follow the festive clues; self-led Christmas crafts in the Joiner’s …
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Festive Tours at Temple Newsam
A 1.5-hour guided tour of Temple Newsam House in its Christmas decorations, followed by festive refreshments in the Dining Room. Tours run Tuesday to Friday in the first three weeks of December (1–4, 8–11 and 15–18 …
Full detailsWreath Making Workshop
Make a willow wreath from natural materials by the fire in the Joiner’s Shop at Temple Newsam Home Farm. No experience needed — all tools and materials are provided, with guidance on the day. Adults 18+ only, £30 …
Full detailsPolice and Communities Together Meeting ★ Featured
Police and Communities Together (PACT) Meeting. Officers from your local Neighbourhood Policing Team look forward to meeting and speaking with residents in person about local priorities, issues, and concerns. Join us and …
Full detailsSanta Specials at Middleton Railway
Santa steam train rides from Moor Road to Middleton Park and back, running on 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 23 and 24 December. Departures at 9:45, 10:30, 11:15, 12:00, 13:15, 14:00, 14:45 and 15:30. Every child aged 10 and …
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Christmas Tree Trail at Temple Newsam House
A family trail of more than 25 decorated Christmas trees inside Temple Newsam House, including one of the largest indoor Christmas trees in Leeds. Open weekends 5–6 and 12–13 December, then every day from 19 to 23 …
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The Elf Academy
New for 2026: a children’s Christmas experience in Temple Newsam House, in timed sessions on 5–6, 12–13 and 19–23 December. £16–£20 per child, which includes that child’s house admission; accompanying adults …
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Leeds Philharmonic Chorus Christmas Concert
An evening of Christmas carols and festive classics from the Leeds Philharmonic Chorus, inside the decorated Temple Newsam House, on Saturday 5 December at 6:00pm. Book through the Leeds Museums & Galleries page, and …
Full detailsWreath Making Workshop
Make a willow wreath from natural materials by the fire in the Joiner’s Shop at Temple Newsam Home Farm. No experience needed — all tools and materials are provided, with guidance on the day. Adults 18+ only, £30 …
Full detailsWreath Making Workshop
Make a willow wreath from natural materials by the fire in the Joiner’s Shop at Temple Newsam Home Farm. No experience needed — all tools and materials are provided, with guidance on the day. Adults 18+ only, £30 …
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Christmas Evenings at Temple Newsam
Two late openings of Temple Newsam House in its Christmas decorations, on Thursday 17 and Friday 18 December, 5:00pm – 7:00pm (last entry 6:30pm). Booking required and spaces are limited; membership and concessionary …
Full detailsPolice and Communities Together Meeting ★ Featured
Police and Communities Together (PACT) Meeting. Officers from your local Neighbourhood Policing Team look forward to meeting and speaking with residents in person about local priorities, issues, and concerns. Join us and …
Full detailsPast Events
My Spirit Sang All Day
October 17, 2026
Autumn Craft Market
October 17, 2026
The Ghosts of Temple Newsam Tour
October 16, 2026
Skelton Lake Automotive Meet
October 10, 2026
Fungus Foray
October 10, 2026
The Ghosts of Temple Newsam Tour
October 9, 2026
The Northern Swing Orchestra Big Band and James Barrington Stephens
October 4, 2026
Artisan Fayre
October 4, 2026
The Ghosts of Temple Newsam Tour
October 2, 2026
Masques and Triumphs - Music for the Restoration Theatre
September 27, 2026
Craft Markets
September 20, 2026
Special Tour: Tudor House
September 19, 2026
Heritage Open Days at Middleton Railway
September 19, 2026
Heritage Open Day
September 15, 2026
Skelton Lake Automotive Meet
September 12, 2026
Artisan Fayre
September 6, 2026
Steps Through Time - A Day of Dance
September 5, 2026
Skelton Grange Open Day
September 5, 2026
Smeaton at Temple Newsam
September 5, 2026
Tea Traditions
September 3, 2026