The Coro

Shekina Rose, Families Editor Last Updated 28 November 2023

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The Coro

County Square, Ulverston, LA12 7LZ

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Nestled in the heart of Ulverston, a rural market town on the fringes of the Lake District, stands The Coro —an esteemed historic hub for arts, culture, and entertainment. Originally the ‘Coronation Hall’ it answered the community’s call for a space dedicated to theatre music, dance, and entertainment. Since its inception, The Coro has evolved into a cherished venue, showcasing world-class performances as well as local talent through home-grown artists and regionally produced festivals, shows, activities, and events.

What's on near The Coro

12 Sep – 14 Sep

LiteratureLancashire

Morecambe Poetry Festival 2025 at various venues

Our Tourist Telescope is set on the coast – more specifically, Morecambe Poetry Festival, back for a fourth year with an impressive line-up now spread over two venues: the wonderful

From £65.00

Afternoon Tea at Blackpool Tower Ballroom

Until 1 Dec 2026

Food and DrinkBlackpool

Afternoon Tea at Blackpool Tower Ballroom

Step into the majestic Blackpool Tower Ballroom for an experience like no other. With stunning architecture, live music and treats galore, Afternoon Tea here is highly recommended.

From £60.00

Until 1 Dec 2026

ActivityBlackpool

Turtle Feeding Experience at SEA LIFE Blackpool

Come face to face with SEA LIFE Blackpool’s hungriest resident. This unique experience gives you the chance to feed Phoenix the green sea turtle and learn about this endangered species.

From £75.00

12 Sep – 13 Sep

MusicBlackburn

Confessional Festival

Blackburn’s Confessional Festival turns ten, celebrating with two days of live music set beneath the stained glass and vaulted stonework of Holy Trinity Church.

From £20

Until 12 Oct

ActivityBradford

Wild Uplands at Penistone Hill Country Park

Take in the expansive views of the moorland as you explore four large-scale artworks, accompanied by a bespoke soundtrack created by Opera North.

Free entry

A woman wearing a long green jacket and a speckled dress stood infront of a wall.

Until 12 Oct

ActivityBradford

Earth & Sky at Penistone Hill Country Park

Opera North bring the uplands landscape to life with a sound walk combining new music, Bradford born canonical composers and the sound of the uplands themself.

Free entry

The Railway Children at Keighley and Worth Valley Railway

Until 7 Sep

TheatreBradford

The Railway Children at Keighley and Worth Valley Railway

Steam-powered storytelling at its very best and perfectly staged for Bradford 2025, this much-loved classic is pulling into the station in spectacular style this summer.

From £10.00

Electric Dreams at Shakespeare North Playhouse

27 Aug – 30 Aug

TheatrePrescot

Electric Dreams at Shakespeare North Playhouse

Shakespeare’s mischievous comedy is given a radical 1980s makeover this summer. Expect neon and nostalgia, big hair and synth pop.

From £15.00

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