About events at Ramsbottom Civic Hall
Ramsbottom Civic Hall is a great venue for many activities. Affordable rooms can be hired for parties or one-off events, as well as on a regular basis for clubs, classes or association and other frequent events.
Many clubs, societies and event promoters use the hall to host their events, acting as a perfect place to meet new local people.
Host a class, club or group meeting
Please contact us to check availability for a regular booking slot at Ramsbottom Civic Hall:
Regular events and classes
Ballroom dancing
Every Monday:
- Ballroom dancing for beginners: 6.45pm to 7.25pm
- Latin dancing for beginners: 7.35pm to 8.45pm
- Improvers: 7.45pm to 8.30pm
- Intermediates: 8.45pm to 9.30pm
All classes taught By Rada Dance Academy, contact RADA for more information about group and private dance lessons.
Line dancing
Line dancing with Julie Lomas.
Every Thursday:
- Beginners - 6.30pm to 7.15pm
- Improvers - 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Every Friday:
- Gentle improvers - 11.00am to 12.00pm
- Intermediate class - 12.30pm to 1.30pm (tea or coffee served during the break)
For full class details and prices contact Julie Lomas Dance Events on Facebook.
Bloom Baby Classes
Baby sensory classes with Jenna. Every Monday (term time only), in the Holcombe Room:
- First session - 10.00am to 10.45am
- Second session - 11.00am to 11.45am
For full details and price contact Jenna via email: rossendale@bloombabyclasses.com
Chair Based Exercise Class
- Every Monday in the Main hall - 1.00pm to 1.45pm
For full details and price contact Angela on: 07957596402
Clubbersize/Boost Fit
Join Natalie for a a fun filled, full body workout set to club anthems in the main hall, with disco lights & glowsticks. Warning - this session contains flashing lights.
- Every Tuesday (term time only) - 7.00pm to 8.00pm
For full details and price contact Clubbersize Bury with Natalie on Facebook.
Yoga
Yoga with Poppy Wilson in the Main hall.
Every Tuesday:
- Yoga Flow - 9.30am to 10.30am
- Haiti Yoga - 10.45am to 11.45am
Every Wednesday:
- Yoga Flow for beginners and intermediates - 5.30pm to 6.30pm
- Yoga Flow for advanced - 6.45pm to 7.45pm
Sessions cost £7 per person or you can book five sessions for £25. Payment should be made upon arrival at reception.
For more information contact: Rooted in Yoga on Facebook.
Markets
Join us on the first Friday of every month between 5pm and 9pm for Friday Nite Bite!
Delicious street food stalls around the Ramsbottom Urn, in the Main Hall we have live entertainment onstage, a licensed bar, charity stalls, kiddie crafts and a face painter.
- The first Friday of every month from March 2026 to October 2026
Follow us on Facebook:
Interested in having a stall at the Friday Nite Bite? Contact us via direct message on Facebook or email:
Makers Markets 2025
- Christmas Market
- Sunday 30 November, 11am to 4pm
Markers Markets 2026
- Spring Makers Market
- Sunday 26 April, 11am to 3.30pm
- Sunday 24 May, 11am to 3.30pm
- Summer Makers Market
- Sunday 28 June, 11am to 3.30pm
- Sunday 30 August, 11am to 3.30pm
- Autumn Makers Market
- Sunday 27 September, 11am to 3.30pm
- Sunday 25 October, 11am to 3.30pm
- Winter/Christmas Makers Market
- Sunday 29 November, 11am to 4pm
The Cheese and Chocolate Festival will return to Ramsbottom in 2026.
- Date: TBC
So Retro Vintage Fair 2025
Whether you're hunting for a classic band tee, a statement lamp, or some rare vinyl, our vintage fairs are THE place to be!
Each piece has a story, and our traders are ready to tell it to you. With retro finds from the forties to the noughties you’re sure to discover some absolute treasures!
- Sunday 16 November
Visit the website: So-Retro.com
Kick off the festive season in true Ramsbottom style as the Civic Hall transforms into a sparkling Christmas marketplace filled with handcrafted gifts, local makers, seasonal treats and holiday magic for all ages.
What to expect:
- Beautiful Artisan stalls from local creators
- Christmas gift ideas, crafts and festive home décor
- Live choir performances at 11am & 1pm
- Father Christmas at The Urn
- Mrs Crachit's missing stockings trail for children
- Family friendly fun and festive surprises
- A cosy seasonal atmosphere in the heart of the community
- There will also be a Dickensian theme, people dress up and wander around the centre!
Where and when:
- Sunday 30 November 2025
- Ramsbottom Civic Hall, around The Urn and St Paul’s Gardens
- 11am to 4pm
- Free entry – everyone welcome!
Christmas and New Year 2025/26
Learn how to make a Christmas wreath!
Any ages welcome.
- Friday 28 November
- 7pm to 9pm (doors 6pm)
Join the fun at our Family Christmas Party!
What's on:
- Magician 'Magic Mark', who will be amazing us with a great magic show!
- Face painting, a cookie and cake stall, sweets online with pick n mix
- Full open bar
- Meet Father Christmas and get a special present!
- A Christmas hamper to be raffled off
When:
- Friday 12 December
- 6pm to 9pm
- £8.50 per person - free for ages 3 and under - book in advance on Skiddle
Please note: There is no age discrimination but the party aimed at ages 9s & under
Christmas cheer with the legendary Besses o' th' Barn Brass Band!
- Sunday 14 December 2025
- 1.30pm to 3.30pm
- All ages welcome
- Full bar open, with hot drinks & mince pies to purchase
- £6 per person, tickets available on the door on the day, or book in advance on Skiddle (plus booking fee)
Party out to iconic music from iconic British artists.
Includes a pie and peas supper!
- Saturday 20 December 2025
- 7.30pm to 11.45pm (last entry 8.30pm)
- Tickets: £18 each or £29 for two (plus booking fee), book in advance from Skiddle
- Ages: 16+
Bring in 2026 at our family friendly New Years Eve Party!
- The best party tunes from a live DJ
- Delicious buffet
- Kids games room & mini picnic area
- Midnight Shot for adults
Book now!
- Wednesday 31 December
- 7pm to 12.30am (last entry 8.30pm)
- Tickets: £22.25 adults, £16.75 children (3-16 yrs), under 3 FREE - book in advance on Skiddle (plus booking fee)