Simon Martinez of the International Brigade Memorial Trust tells the story of the Basque children who arrived in Bolton during the Spanish Civil War after fleeing Franco’s fascist forces.Read more

Monthly meet-up for the local poetry and spoken word group. A very informal and supportive atmosphere, and open to all. NW legends Jefferama and Gordon Zola lead proceedings.
£1 admission plus raffle

Come and watch the film of the incredible true story of the workers who defied Pinochet.

Creative writing in an informal and supportive environment. Chris leads this month’s workshop on the theme of “growing old.” All welcome.

Join us for an informal evening of singing, playing, maybe some poetry and a lot of fun. Always a great way start to the weekend. Steve is taking a break from hosting so this will be his last music night for a while.
Free event

Join Sam Miatland - no experience necessary. Expert Tuition. Instruments provided. Liberating and Great fun.

£10/£5

Why did the UK leave nearly 2000 children in the Calais jungle as it burnt... when many had a legal right to be in the UK? And whappened to them next?

Followed by a discussion.

A night of music, comedy and poetry in aid of WE SHALL OVERCOME, which supports the homeless. Bard Company Stalwarts Jeff and Ian (Crows of Albion) will be doing solo spots supported by the Brandon Lee Band, fresh from their Diggers main stage spot, plus Bolton’s own award winning comedian Chris Kehoe.Read more

Sensible Housing Co-operative was set up in the mid 1980s by a group of young people who had limited housing options. 16 run down terraced houses were acquired and refurbished and a small block of 12 flats was built, all in the Great Lever area.Read more

All members welcome