The Boathouse

05/06/2026

Good evening,

Due to the poor weather forecast for tomorrow we are going to stay closed.

Looks slightly brighter on Sunday so we’ll be back open!!

30/04/2026

Looking for something to do this weekend?

Why not come down and take a scenic boat ride on the crystal clear waters of Thompson Park!!

Cafe open from 11am serving a range or Marshfield Farm Ice creams and a range of hot and cold drinks.

Grab yourself a boat ride from 12pm. Last boats go out at 5pm!

07/04/2026

The spring sunshine is here ☀️ make the most of it and head down to Thompson Park for some time on the lake, refreshments and a walk round the park! The Boathouse cafe is open from 11am and the boats from 12pm 🛶

16/02/2026

Looking for something to do on Friday 🌙

Enjoy a relaxed and welcoming evening stroll with the Towneley Glow Walk — a chance to move, connect, and enjoy the beauty of the park after dark. No pressure, no rush — just fresh air, friendly faces, and a little sparkle ✨

📅 Friday 20th February
🕠 Registration from 5:30pm | Walk sets off at 6:00pm
📍 Towneley Park (Offshoots Community Garden)

Free to attend. Open to everyone 🌟

Looking to make an afternoon of it? The team at Towneley Hall are hosting a lantern-making session from 3–5pm on the same day. Create your own glowing masterpiece and bring it along to light up the walk — a perfect way to spend the afternoon before the evening fun begins! ✨

✨ ONE WEEK TO GO! ✨
The Towneley Glow Walk is almost here 🌙

A safe, welcoming way to explore together after dark.
No pressure. Just movement, connection, and a little sparkle ✨

🌟 Bring anything that glows – lights, bracelets, costumes, all welcome!
🧣 Wrap up warm
📵 Switch off the screens
👣 Step into the night with us

📅 Friday 20th February
🕠 Registration from 5.30pm | Walk departs 6pm
📍 Towneley Park (Offshoots Community Garden)

Free to attend. Everyone welcome 🌟

If you are looking to do something beforehand to get in the glowing spirit, the team at Towneley Hall are also running a lantern making session 3-5pm on the Thursday.... What a great way to spend the half term. Create your lantern and then bring it to the Glow walk the following day! 🌟



Burnley Leisure & Culture NGT The Great Outdoors Burnley Together Burnley Family Hub Towneley Hall, Historic House, Art Gallery & Museum Friends of Towneley Park

20/01/2026

Want your photo or artwork up in a Burnley park? Culture Makers are putting up big outdoor photography boards in: Scott Park Towneley Park Thompson Park.

Send us your park photos and park art. Old or new. Phone photos welcome.

Deadline: Friday 30 January 2026
Email: [email protected]
Subject: Burnley Parks In The Frame.
Include your name + which park.

If your image is chosen, we will print it for display outdoors.

16/12/2025

WIN a FREE week of childcare for the upcoming February half term with Burnley Leisure & Culture 👇

COMPETITION TIME!

We’re giving you the chance to WIN a FREE week of childcare for the upcoming February half term (Monday 16th – Friday 20th February, 8.30am - 3.30pm).

To enter:
1️⃣ Follow our page
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3️⃣ Tag a friend in the comments (each tag = 1 entry)

Good luck and happy holidays! 🎁⭐

📌 Terms & Conditions
- Competition closes Thursday 22nd January at 11:59pm.
- Winner announced Friday 23rd January on this page.
- Open to Burnley residents aged 18+.
- Winner chosen at random.
- Prize is one full week of childcare during February half term (16th - 20th February). No cash alternative.
- This promotion is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Facebook.
- We will never ask for bank details, please watch out for fake accounts.

15/12/2025

Christmas Bhangra with the Jolly Bolly Elf 🎄

Can the Cheeky Jolly Bolly Elf wrap all the presents in time for the festive season? That’s where you come in! Don’t miss the shenanigans singing and dancing – Get ready to join in with Bhangra Jingles, Bollywood Glitz and lots of festive cheer!

Bring along your favourite cuddly toy to the session.

Suitable for under 7's

📆 Monday 22nd December, 4pm
🎫 Pay What You Decide on the Day (or £4 Pay In Advance tickets)
📍 Down Town (above New Look, Charter Walk)

27/10/2025

Have you tried Jurassic Village Adventure Golf at Prairie Sports Village yet?! 🦖

✅ Open from 9am daily
✅ Fully floodlit in the evening
✅ Can easily be booked using this link https://book.blcgroup.co.uk/

23/10/2025

Join OutdoorTown tomorrow for a FREE Fun Family Glow Ride along Padiham’s Greenway — approx. 2.5 miles of glowing good times ✨

📅 Friday 24th October
📍 The Hive Community Building (next to Padiham Leisure Centre, BB12 8ED)
🕠 Registration: 5:30 PM – 6:10 PM
🚦 Ride departs: 6:15 PM (approx. 1 hour)
☕ Refreshments available!
🎁 Free gifts for registered riders! (Limited numbers — first come, first glow!)
💡 FREE to join — just turn up and register on the night!
🎨 Decorate yourself and your bike as brightly as possible — Be Seen, Be Heard!
👨‍👩‍👧 Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times

🚴‍♀️✨ Glow Ride Alert! ✨🚴‍♂️
Join us for a FREE Fun Family Glow Ride along Padiham’s Greenway — approx. 2.5 miles of glowing good times!
📅 Friday 24th October
📍 Meet at The Hive Community Building (next to Padiham Leisure Centre, BB12 8ED)
🕠 Registration: 5:30 PM – 6:10 PM
🚦 Ride departs: 6:15 PM (approx. 1 hour)
☕ Refreshments available!
🎁 Free gifts for registered riders! (Limited numbers — first come, first glow!)
💡 FREE to join — just turn up and register on the night!
🎨 Decorate yourself and your bike as brightly as possible — Be Seen, Be Heard!
👨‍👩‍👧 Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
📧 For more info, email: [email protected]
Let’s light up the Greenway together! 🌈

14/10/2025

Gather your ghouls and get ready for a frightfully fun night of trivia at 197 Bistro & Bar

📅 Friday 31st October
⏳️ Doors open: 6pm
💭 Quiz begins: 7pm

🧙‍♀️ 6 Spooky Rounds of trivia
🪄 Prize to be won
🎃 Fun for all the Addams Family – come creepy, kooky, and ready to play!

Book by calling 01282 451636 or email [email protected]