Marco Mendoza + Powell Payne
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Join Ralph Dartford for a creative writing workshop. Participants are invited to share their work in the Open Mic night from 7:30pm on the same evening, hosted by Ralph.
Ralph’s first pamphlet, Cigarettes, Beer and Love was published by Ossett Observer Presents in 2013. His next collection, Recovery Songs, was published by Valley Press in 2019, and Hidden Music followed in October 2021. In 2024, his 3rd collection for Valley Press, House Anthems was published to complete a trilogy of themed work.
Ralph is the poetry editor at www.northerngravy.com and is currently studying for a Creative Writing PhD at the University of Huddersfield. For gainful employment, Ralph works for the National Literacy Trust as a Project Manager within the Criminal Justice department.
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Join us for an afternoon of celebration at the magnificent Victorian Weelsby Hall in Grimsby. This Grade II listed hall is part of the town’s rich fishing heritage and was built in the late 1890s for George Sleight, the first Baronet of Weelsby who once owned the largest fleet of fishing trawlers in the world.
As part of this year’s theme on Architecture we will be showcasing our interpretation plans for the repairs and restoration of Weelsby Hall.
Included in this free event:
• Art workshops and model making with local artist Nicky Dillerstone
• NEL Music Hub activities for adults and children
• Nature trail for children
• Heritage community stalls
• Music by local band Back to Brass
• More to be announced
Timings & Tours
Sunday 21 September:12pm-4pm – MUST BE BOOKED
Weelsby Hall Heritage Open Day 2025 Tickets, Sun 21 Sep 2025 at 12:00 | Eventbrite
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Join us for an exciting Race Night featuring nine action-packed races, all professionally hosted and complete with real cash prizes. Guests will arrive from 7pm, place their bets, and sit down to enjoy a delicious two-course meal at 7.30pm before the races begin at 9pm.
At £40pp, it’s the perfect night out with friends, full of atmosphere, great food, and a chance to win big. Whether you’re a racing enthusiast or just looking for something different, this promises to be a fun and memorable evening. Only cash is accepted for placing of bets.
View the menu here.
A pre-order is required for this event. You will be contacted for this following your booking.
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Saturday 20th September 2025
Doors 6:00pm | Curfew 12:00am
Age Restriction – 18+ only
Advance Tickets £14 + fees
Join us at Docks Academy for our legendary annual German-style beer festival, where we bring the spirit of Bavaria straight to Grimsby. Expect steins flowing with festbiers, live music from exceptional bands, North Road and Scribble Victory, as well as a live oompah band, Yorkshire Oompah Band, and a buzzing beer hall atmosphere like no other.
Whether you’re a seasoned stein-lifter or this is your first time, Docktoberfest is the place to be. Dust off your lederhosen, grab your crew, and join us for the biggest beer bash of the year!
Advance Tickets are now on sale, priced at £14 + Fees. This event is for 18 and over. No refunds will be issued for those under 18s.
Our ticket sales are handled by Seetickets.com. Seetickets’ policy is that all tickets are non-refundable unless, during the checkout process, you pay extra to protect your tickets. In this event, you may be able to claim a refund from Seetickets, if your reason for cancellation is covered by their terms and conditions. Docks Academy is unable to process refunds in all circumstances. Please note this event is for people aged 14 and over. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Anyone aged under 14 will be refused admission and no refunds will be issued for tickets purchased for under 14s, whether or not ticket protection has been paid for.
Accessibility:
Docks Academy has a wheelchair-accessible lift which provides access to the first floor. We are committed to making the venue accessible to everyone and we endeavour to accommodate all access requirements within the constraints of our historic building, and health and safety regulations. Please do contact us prior to your visit so we are aware of your access needs. Email tickets@docksacademy.com.
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Grimsby Town Hall Open Days Friday 19th & Saturday 20th September, visit the Time Trap Museum and discover Grimsby’s past, see the Great Grimsby Family History display and find out about tracing your ancestors, as well as other displays.
Visit the Great Grimsby Town Hall to see the Assembly Room and Banqueting Room, which have been returned to their Victorian Splendour following extensive conservation work, carried out by Hurst Conservation, and support from North East Lincolnshire Assets Team, Architectural Services and the Great Grimsby Charter Trustees. Also see the Bremerhaven Room (Former Court Room) and Crosland Suite. Wander around the Council Chamber and view the civic regalia and silverware; you can also see the stained glass windows in the main entrance and in the Council Chamber. During your visit, enter the Time Trap Museum, this surprising attraction, in the former prison cells of Grimsby Town Hall. Embark on a journey through time, uncovering the town’s colourful past through dark, twisting corridors, explore mysterious nooks and crannies and winding staircases. Treasures from the archives will also be displayed together with copies of building plans of the Town Hall. Further details can be found on the on the Lincolnshire Heritage website www.heritagelincolnshire.org. Over the two days, there will also be displays by the Great Grimsby Family History Group, Grimsby Photographic Society, the North Lincs Art Society and the Councils Archives and the Grimsby & District Battalion Boys Brigade History Display, past and present, an exhibition by from the Watkin Society on Architecture in Grimsby In addition, Free Entry to the Time Trap Museum.
Timings & Tours
Friday 19 September: 10:00 – 16:00
Saturday 20 September: 10:00 – 16:00
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Exhibition by artist Sarah Palmer of her research project Under the Shadow of the Water Tower that takes in the story of blow wells, the Great Grimsby Water Works and the Seven Hills of Grimsby.
Artist Sarah Palmer is exhibiting her research project Under the Shadow of the Water Tower in Grimsby Minster over 4 days during this year’s Heritage Open Days Festival.
Her research takes in the story of blow wells, the Great Grimsby Water Works and the Seven Hills of Grimsby.
Come along any time during usual Minster opening hours (9.20am – 2.30pm) from Tuesday 16th to Friday 19th September.
Timings & Tours
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From 27 October to 2 November, NL Active centres will be crawling with activities to keep your little monsters active, entertained, and smiling all week long. Whether they’re testing their spooky strength in the junior gym, splashing around like sea creatures, scoring screamers on the pitch, or serving up scares with every swing on the court, there’s frightfully good fun waiting every day!
Half term is the perfect time to swap screens for adventure, build confidence, and make hauntingly happy memories with friends in a safe welcoming space.
Calling all little monsters aged 11- 15! Join us for frightfully fun junior gym sessions this half term. Led by our Health & Fitness Assistants, these sessions are a scream, helping young people stay active and build confidence in a gym environment.
Please note, parental consent and a medical form must be completed at your first session.
Whether they’re gliding like ghosts or pulling off tricks that’ll make your spine tingle, our skate parks at NL Active Epworth, Ancholme, and Winterton are brewing up thrills this half term. Grab your board, skates or scooter and join the spooky fun!
Make a splash this half term with a crash course that will have your little sea monsters swimming like creatures of the deep. In just one week, they’ll boost confidence, learn about water safety, while improving their stroke and having spooky fun in the water. One-to-one and small group lessons available.
For children who are already competent swimmers and in our SwimLincs Improvers classes or above, we’re running stroke development and swim survival skills sessions. Find out more on our SwimLincs page.
School’s out, the chills are in, and it’s time to summon your squad for some spooky football fun! With pitches half price, it’s the perfect chance for kickabouts and spellbinding skills practice.
Smash boredom this half term with discounted racket sports! From pickleball to table tennis, it’s a monstrously good way for kids to stay active while having a frightfully fun time.
FunSplash turns fright into delight with ghoulishly good fun for kids! Expect wiggly woggles, and wild splashes galore. It’s the perfect way for little witches and warlocks of all ages to let off steam this Halloween!
Bouncing, racing, sliding, and shrieking with laughter, our giant inflatable assault courses are perfect for monsters with energy to burn. The ultimate treat for fearless fun seekers this half term!
This Halloween, the pool transforms into a realm of mystery and enchantment, inviting children aged 5+ to dive into an unforgettable adventure. Confident swimmers can take part in a mermaid experience session, where they’ll shimmer and glide through haunted waters as magical sea creatures. It’s a spellbinding mix of underwater fun, graceful movement, and mischievous mermaid magic.
Dare your little ghouls to take on the walls? Our Halloween climbing sessions are packed with fun, fright, and fitness! With guidance from our friendly instructors, kids can conquer roped climbs and bouldering routes while building eerie amounts of strength, bravery, and confidence.
Sink your teeth into our spooktacular activity timetable here, and discover a thrilling half term oozing with frightfully fun adventures for everyone!
To book your little ghouls activities, creep by your local NL Active centre or call us on 01724 291 900. Book early to dodge the dread of disappointment and let us help take the scare out of your half term planning.
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