Latest Events in Leek(January Updated)

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Experience the electrifying atmosphere of a live wrestling show at the Brough Park Leisure Centre in Leek. This 5-star rated extravaganza is perfect for the whole family and guarantees a night you'll never forget. With 2 hours of non-stop, high-flying, over the top action, this is a must-see event. The UK's most established wrestling company has been supplying fans with the best shows for over 60 years. On Saturday, April 27th at 7:00 PM, get ready to be entertained at the Brough Park Leisure Centre. The wrestlers are amazing, delivering non-stop action from start to finish. Don't just take our word for it, Megan Smith said, "Took my 2 kids to see this show. This was their first time seeing wrestling live, and definitely won't be their last! It was absolutely incredible. I was cheering as much as they were! Absolutely loved this show and would recommend it to anyone." Tickets for this thrilling event are available now. Don't miss out on a guaranteed show that will have you on the edge of your seat. Join us for ‼️LIVE WRESTLING IN LEEK‼️ at the Brough Park Leisure Centre.

Experience Liz's super Saunter on a Monday from the Brough Park Leisure Centre in Leek. The walk starts at 10.30 am, allowing you to be back in time for lunch. Explore a leisurely 6km Peak around Leek, offering stunning views of the Peak District. The meeting point is at Brough Park Leisure Centre in Leek (ST13 6AT, Grid ref SJ987570). This walk is part of the Staffordshire Moorlands Walking Festival, taking place from April 26 to May 6, 2024. Embark on one of the final Festival Walks to discover the many pathways surrounding Leek. Don't forget to bring your binoculars, as you might catch a glimpse of the Staffs3Peakers in the distance. This event promises an enriching experience amidst nature's beauty. Join the walk on May 6, 2024, and immerse yourself in the tranquility of the Moorlands. Tickets will be available for purchase starting from March 14, 2024, at 09:00.

Join Liz's super Sunday Saunter on May 26 for a scenic 6km walk at Tittesworth Water Visitor Centre. The "Oh, No Dam" walk sets off at 10:30 am, promising a leisurely stroll along the Churnet Trail to the East of Tittesworth Reservoir. Expect well-defined paths around the reservoir before a detour leads to the Dam, where the group will double back to the Visitor Centre by lunchtime. Participants should anticipate traversing stiles and potentially encountering muddy terrain. Plan to meet at Tittesworth Visitor Centre, located at ST13 8SJ / Grid ref SJ990607. Parking charges apply. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the Moorlands and enjoy a refreshing outdoor experience. Mark your calendar for this exciting event, where nature lovers can revel in the beauty of the surroundings.

Experience an enchanting evening of Tudor Music and witness Lesley Smith's captivating portrayal of Anne Boleyn at the upcoming event in Leek. The evening will kick off with a mesmerizing performance of Tudor music, setting the stage for Lesley to embody the iconic historical figure of Anne Boleyn. Hosted at St Edward The Confessor Church in Leek, located at 6 Church Street, ST13 6AB, this event is scheduled for May 30, 2024. Immerse yourself in the rich history and intrigue surrounding Anne Boleyn as Lesley Smith brings her story to life. Tickets for this unforgettable experience will go on sale starting April 1, 2024, at 09:00. Don't miss this unique opportunity to witness Lesley Smith's compelling portrayal of Anne Boleyn in the historic setting of St Edward The Confessor Church.

The showing of Leek and the Story of Silk Twisting (1988) and Geoffrey Staton: Leek Dyeworks Apprentice (2024) about Leek’s textile past We currently offer early-bird tickets for this event, Wild Silks of Northeast India with Anna-Louise Meynell and Art, Artists and Architects with Cathryn Walton , early bird ticket sales end on 15th August at 12pm. Two films from Leek’s textile past, with an introduction by Ray Johnson MBE, Director of the Staffordshire Film Archive, followed by the première of Geoffrey Staton: Leek Dyeworks Apprentice (2024) by James M Levelle. The bar will be open before the film, and visitors can browse The Exhibition of Natural Fibres in the bar area. Upstairs, the Foxlowe Art Gallery will also be open all day until 7.30pm. Don’t miss this opportunity to see the Leek Textile Week exhibition and perhaps add some stitches to the Sew Your Place community map. 7.30 - 8.30PM Ray Johnson MBE, founder of Staffordshire Film Archive, will present two archive films from Leek’s textile past. Leek and the Story of Silk Twisting This film was made in 1988 to capture on video all departments of the Wellington Silk Mill in Leek, owned by the Whittles family, while it was still in full production. It was researched by historian Paul Anderton and produced with him by Ray Johnson of Staffordshire Film Archive. It is a complete tour of the factory, with Paul engaged in conversation with the Managing Director Mr Whittles throughout. We follow the journey of the silk from its arrival in skeins, the winding of the filament silk onto bobbins so that it can be processed and the combining with other filaments in the various types of silk twisting. Several miles of the fine filament silk could be wound onto a single bobbin. We also go into the dyeing room to see the colouring of the silk and the ‘scrooping’ of the finished silk to bring out its final sheen. The various uses of silk in textiles are found in the firm’s old sales catalogues, discussed and illustrated. This was the last working silk mill in Leek, and it finally closed in 1994 to be converted into apartments. Title Leek and the Story of Silk Twisting Director Ray Johnson/Paul Anderton Release date 1988 Run time 45 minutes Film website www.filmarchive.org.uk Link to trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wY9A_obMHw Mitchell & Kenyon films, 1901 The Mitchell & Kenyon film company was a pioneer of early commercial motion pictures based in Blackburn, Lancashire, at the start of the 20th century. They were originally best known for minor contributions to early fictional narrative film and their infamous faked newsreels of the Boer War, but the discovery in 1994 of a hoard of film negatives led to restoration of the Mitchell & Kenyon Collection, the largest surviving collection of early non-fiction in the world. These are three 1901 M&K films from the personal collection of Ray Johnson, who collaborated with filmmaker Peter Worden in Blackburn when he discovered the films in the former M&K premises. They are “factory gate” continuous single-shot films – the entire company of factory workers exiting the factory and walking toward and past the camera. These films would have been taken in the morning, processed and printed in their mobile photo-lab and then given charged showings in a local hall or town hall that evening – most of them coming along to see themselves on the silver screen (M&K toured the country and this was very profitable). They are animated photographs - this is before the era of narrative films – and each film lasts approximately 1 minute. The silk mills are: Brough Nicholson & Hall, Leek, Wardle & Davenport, Leek and a silk mill in Congleton. Title Mitchell & Kenyon: Silk MIlls Director Mitchell & Kenyon Release date 1901 Photos (Max 3, Max 3MB each). Later Film website www.filmarchive.org.uk 8.35-9.15PM Geoffrey Staton: Leek Dyeworks Apprentice (2024) Former vicar of Cheddleton, Revd Geoffrey Staton, became a dyeworks apprentice in 1955. In this fascinating film, he talks about growing up in Leek, his experience at Clowes & Son, Brook street, and what it was like to work in the booming textile industry of the day. The interview was filmed in 2022 during Fashion Revolution’s Restorying Riverscapes project, supported by the University of Keele. About Director: James is a Nature-centric award-winning filmmaker, adventurer & storyteller - Discovery, Nat Geo, BBC - working in some of the most extreme & remote environments on the planet. He’s an ambassador for all things wild & advocate of Nature-based, adventurous, and fun solutions to the societal and ecological issues of our time. This film is part of Leek Textile Week, a week-long celebration running from 23-29 September 2024. Leek Textile Week will comprise a series of community-focused activities, talks and exhibitions that celebrate the town’s rich textile heritage. We will weave threads of the past into the present, spinning new connections with artisans from India and beyond whose knowledge helped transform the local industry. Leek Textile Week is supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England, UK Government, Staffordshire Moorlands District Council, OUTSIDE Arts and League of Artisans. 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Sunday, 23 February – Canals, Woodlands and Parklands, 10.30am start A gentle walk along the Leek Branch of the Caldon Canal before ascending through Mollatts Wood and into the meadows of Ladderedge Country Park to take in the stunning views of Leek and the Staffordshire Moorlands. Meet at Barnfields Car Park, Sunnyhills Road, Leek, nearest postcode ST13 5RJ / Grid Ref SJ 975553. Rural postcodes might not take you to the exact location, try this link https://maps.app.goo.gl/nGQppRYULoUx9XBN8 Please park responsibly and consider car sharing. Information Source: Austin Knott | eventbrite

Friday 28 March, 2025 - Leek History Walk Led by Debby and Terry Potts, the walk will look at buildings in and around the town centre of Leek many of which were designed by architect William Sugden and his son Larner Sugden. The walk will be based on a walk that features in a publication entitled ' Ray's Rambles' published by the late Ray Poole. His town walk was digitised in 2022 by the walk leader and others to enable visitors and local residents learn more about the history of the town of Leek. The walk will be about an hour in length and will be repeated at 11am and 2pm. This is part of the Staffordshire Moorlands Walking Festival, visit the website for more details, walks and events. Information Source: Austin Knott | eventbrite

Meeting Point: Brough Park Bandstand, nearest postcode ST13 6DN / Grid Ref SJ 9841 5695. Nearest Car park Brough Park overflow car park. Meet 9:15 for a prompt 9:30 start. Following the 13.1m (ish) Leek Half Marathon route at a more comfortable pace with a bit less road and more field and track. Heading out from Brough Park up to The Roaches, walking across the front of the rocks, taking in the views over The Cloud and Cheshire, back down Roche Grange looking out over Tittesworth and Gun Hill. If you don’t fancy the full half, there is always the opportunity to finish your walk with a pint and some lunch at Ye Olde Rock (approx 6 miles) and catch the Moorlands Connect bus back or at The Lazy Trout (approx 9 miles). Dogs:Yes, on leads due to sheep and cows. A few well maintained stiles to climb but should be no bother. Children:No. This is a not a race but will be at a steady adult pace. Toilets: No - plenty of opportunities for wild wees Wheelchair/Pushchair accessible: No. The route is fields with stiles. Public TransportCheck out here Moorlands Connect and Leek bus services here. This is part of the Staffordshire Moorlands Walking Festival, visit the website for more details, walks and events. Information Source: Steph Taylor | eventbrite