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What's On at Lighthouse

when are events happening, when are we closed and re-opening, and any changes 
will be posted here and in our 
Summer Bank Holiday
Monday 31st August - all classes closed
Winter T-shirts & Jackets
order forms and colour and sizing charts are available in classes
We cannot guarantee that all colours are not in stock or available in every size and some may be discontinued, so please be prepared to choose an alternative colour. 
Payments by debit/credit card 
or by bank transfer (no cash)
 Order Closes 1st November
Sunday 6th September
Outdoor Tai Chi - Private Event
Sunday 20th September 2026
Autumn Retreat Day
Barley Village Hall
nr. Pendle Hill
10.30am to 2.30pm
The sessions are gently paced and suitable for beginners and improvers to gain the benefits of the seasonal qigong and meditation. Mindful Movement to prepare the mind, body and spirit for Winter.
Investment £60 includes tea/coffee & biscuits
Payment Options:
Pay in Full by bank transfer
By credit or debit card
Pay in full or
£25 deposit to secure your place
(full payment due by August 1st 2026)
Please email us to request a booking form
Annual Leave
all classes closed
Saturday 26th September to 
Monday 5th October
Christmas & New Year
all classes closed on
Wednesday 23rd December 
Reopen Monday 4th January 2027
2027

Sunday 14th March
Spring Retreat Day
Barley Village Hall
nr. Pendle Hill
10.30am to 2.30pm
The sessions are gently paced and suitable for beginners and improvers to gain the benefits of the seasonal qigong and meditation. Mindful Movement to prepare the mind, body and spirit for Winter.
Investment £60 includes tea/coffee & biscuits
Payment Options:
Pay in Full by bank transfer
By credit or debit card
Pay in full or
£25 deposit to secure your place
(full payment due by Feb 1st 2027)
Please email us to request a booking form
Sunday 20th June
Summer Retreat Day
Barley Village Hall
nr. Pendle Hill
10.30am to 2.30pm
The sessions are gently paced and suitable for beginners and improvers to gain the benefits of the seasonal qigong and meditation. Mindful Movement to prepare the mind, body and spirit for Winter.
Investment £60 includes tea/coffee & biscuits
Payment Options:
Pay in Full by bank transfer
By credit or debit card
Pay in full or
£25 deposit to secure your place
(full payment due by May 1st 2027)
Please email us to request a booking form
Sunday 19th September
Autumn Retreat Day
Barley Village Hall
nr. Pendle Hill
10.30am to 2.30pm
The sessions are gently paced and suitable for beginners and improvers to gain the benefits of the seasonal qigong and meditation. Mindful Movement to prepare the mind, body and spirit for Winter.
Investment £60 includes tea/coffee & biscuits
Payment Options:
Pay in Full by bank transfer
By credit or debit card
Pay in full or
£25 deposit to secure your place
(full payment due by August 1st 2027)
Please email us to request a booking form

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