Things to do in Midgley, West Yorkshire
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Midgley, West Yorkshire.
The Great Outdoors in Midgley
Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.
The great outdoors within 10 miles of Midgley.
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Stocksmoor Common | YWT
Stocksmoor Common Nature Reserve: Tree pipits and linnets sing from the trees in the young woodland at Stocksmoor Common Nature Reserve near Wakefield.
Stoneycliffe Wood | YWT
Stoneycliffe Wood Nature Reserve: A stunning, semi-natural ancient woodland near Wakefield, with a meandering beck trickling through. Enjoy bluebells and ramsons in spring, breeding birds in summer, and fungi in autumn.
Barnsley Canal | YWT
Barnsley Canal – Wilthorpe:Barnsley Canal at Wilthorpe is the gateway into the Upper Dearne Valley. Industrial history and wildlife coexist in this extensive wetland habitat.
Wharncliffe Woodmoor | YWT
Wharncliffe Woodmoor Nature Reserve:A reclaimed colliery site from Carlton Main, restored to grassland and broadleaved plantation. The site is well-connected into the Trans Pennine Trail for walkers riders and runners!
Carlton Marsh | YWT
Carlton Marsh Nature Reserve: A wetland nature lover’s delight and a core wildlife site of the Dearne Valley, Carlton Marsh hugs the Cudworth Dyke and is best viewed from the footpath on the old railway line running the length of the site.
Barnsley Main | YWT
Barnsley Main: A rolling green, grassland surrounded by a fringe of woodland that was once the black spoil heap of the Oaks Colliery pit head that still stands on Oaks Lane.
Dearne Valley Country Park | YWT
Dearne Valley Country Park: A wildlife haven is less than a mile from Barnsley Town Centre. At the heart of the Park is the River Dearne, now so full of life that this is one of the best places to see kingfishers in the Valley at any time of year.
Littleworth Park | YWT
Littleworth Park: A wild place that never ceases to surprise. Surrounded by housing, nature is taking back control of this former colliery spoil heap and landfill site and it is quickly reverting to lowland heath and grassland with stunning blooms of heather and wildflowers.
Upper Park Wood | YWT
Upper Park Wood Nature Reserve: Well worth a visit for fantastic panoramic views of the 'Last of the Summer Wine' countryside of the Holme Valley - a colourful mosaic of meadows, woodland and moorland, as well as a chance to consider man's impact on the environment.
Stirley Community Farm | YWT
Stirley Community Farm: An exciting venture into the world of food and farming - demonstrating that farming and wildlife can exist hand-in-hand, whilst sustaining itself as a viable social enterprise.
Rothwell Pastures | YWT
Rothwell Pastures Nature Reserve:Based around a network of streams, meadows and a disused railway line, Rothwell Pastures has a special importance for both local history and wildlife.
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Music in Midgley
Enjoy live performances, local gigs, and music festivals, celebrating a range of musical genres.
Music within 10 miles of Midgley.
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25
May
Birstall Cricket Club MusicFest 25
Our annual Music Festival will go ahead on Sunday 25th May from 12 midday. 8 live acts, food stalls, kiddies rides. A great day out for all the family
2
Aug
Retro Rave Reunion 2025 - Ministry of Anthems
Step back into the 90s with neon lights, thumping beats, and retro vibes. Join us for a night of nostalgic rave energy and dance all night long
20
Jun
Bands in the Barn 2025
Our 5th annual 2 day festival in Holmfirth. Live Rock, Folk, Blues, Pop and Beer festival with camping available. Don't miss out, book now.
15
Nov
The Gerry Cinna-Man Experience
The Gerry Cinna-Man Experience Comes back to Smile Huddersfield for a 2nd Year, Supporting This year is The Cortinas,
14
Jun
Ibiza Classics-Mr Rave Events
Transporting Huddersfield to the Hedonistic island of Ibiza, Music ranges from 90s- Early noughties
25
May
One Love 25/5/25
This is an intimate boutique house music event with the biggest well known local artists on the Upstairs Rooftop Terrace at Revolution - Huddersfield.
26
Jul
Summer Bash
Come and join for an opening summer party on 26 July DJ Curfew , DJ Nizzy, DJ Laundry , DJ Killa Hype
19
Sep
PorkPie Live & Pretty Green (The Jam) at Brudenell Social Club
PorkPie Live & Pretty Green (The Jam) at Brudenell Social Club, Leeds on Friday 19th September 2025
20
Jun
The Amy Winehouse Experience Live - Love & Beyond Tour '25
The Amy Winehouse Experience provide the most authentic recreation of this modern icon designed to entertain and deliver the experience at her best.
1
Jul
Sophie B Hawkins
Celebrating the 30 year anniversary of the release of her album Whaler
28
Jun
Echoes of the Bunnymen // True Order: LEEDS
Mutant Movement proudly presents it's first gig at Leeds' iconic Brudenell Social Club. An evening paying tribute to two of the biggest Alt 80s bands.
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The Arts in Midgley
Explore creativity through galleries, performances, and hands-on artistic experiences in the community.
The arts within 10 miles of Midgley.
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Mental Health Muesum
Welcome to the Mental Health Museum Discover and explore the history of mental health care from the early 19th Century to the present day with our remarkable collection of objects and stories. Please explore our website and join us on social media for more information …
Experience Barnsley Museum and Discovery Centre
The Museum is jam-packed with stories of life in Barnsley. It’s a great place to explore our heritage and for visitors to discover our amazing borough.
Bagshaw Museum
Explore the world at Bagshaw Museum. A Victorian former mill owner's house set in 36 aces of parkland and ancient woodland, the museum is host to a wide range of unusual and exciting collections of collections from around the globe.
Colne Valley Museum
The Sculpture Lounge
Sculpture Lounge is a gallery and group studio, based on the northern edge of the Peak District National Park.
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History and Heritage in Midgley
Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.
History and heritage within 10 miles of Midgley.
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Monk Bretton Priory | English Heritage
The substantial ruins of a Cluniac monastery, with an unusually well-marked ground plan, an almost complete west range and a 15th-century gatehouse.
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Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.
Midgley
West Bretton
Netherton
Coxley
Middlestown
Overton
Horbury Bridge
Flockton Green
Flockton
Emley
Thornhill Edge
Horbury
Thornhill
Park Mill
Horbury Junction
Great Cliff
Calder Grove
Hollingthorpe
Hall Green
Crigglestone
Painthorpe
Chapelthorpe
Crawshaw
Overthorpe
Healey
Upper Denby
Durkar
Briestfield
Flockton Moor
South Ossett
Osset Spa
Clayton West
Woolley
Grange Moor
Moor Head
Combs
Thornhill Lees
Scissett
Fox Royd
Park Gate
Newmillerdam
Kettlethorpe
Ossett
Shepherd Hill
Calder and Hebble Navigation
Lupset
Skelmanthorpe
Lepton Edge
Pledwick
Thorncliff
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