South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture

 

A giant tale of magic, mayhem and moo-ving adventures!

Once upon a time in a quiet village, a cheeky lad named Jack lived with his mum and their trusty cow, Daisy. Times were tough, and when the cupboards were bare, Jack was sent to sell the cow at market. But instead of money, what did he get? Magic beans! (We know — typical Jack).

His mum wasn’t impressed and chucked the beans out the window… but by morning, a gigantic beanstalk had shot up into the sky! Being the curious sort, Jack climbed it (as you do) and found himself in a magical land above the clouds — home to a not-so-friendly GIANT!

With help from some new friends (and a few audience shout-outs, of course), Jack nabs a golden-egg-laying hen, a singing harp, and faces off against the giant in a daring escape. Will Jack save the day, make his fortune, and live happily ever after?

Packed with laughs, magic, music, and more than a few surprises, Jack and the Beanstalk is a panto adventure that’s larger than life — just like the beanstalk.

Available to book online or by calling East Kilbride Arts Centre on 01355 261000.

Cost: £18.50 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture presents a special evening of storytelling at The Town House, Hamilton, on 30 October 2025 at 7 pm, featuring Peter MacQueen and Coinneach MacLeod (the Hebridean Baker). 

The event launches Peter’s new book Tails of Scotland: The Story of Scottish Dogs, a beautifully illustrated celebration of 14 native breeds, from the noble Deerhound to the spirited Westie. A broadcaster and writer from Oban, Peter is known for his Gaelic TV work and passion for Scotland’s traditions, nature, and animals. 

Joining him is bestselling author Coinneach MacLeod, whose Hebridean Baker cookbooks, podcast and TV series have charmed audiences worldwide with recipes, folklore, humour and island life. Together, they’ll share stories, laughter, music and a few Hebridean surprises. 

The evening begins with a complimentary Isle of Harris whisky or gin, followed by a session of conversation, recipes and storytelling. Books and Hebridean shortbread will be available to buy and have signed.

Available to book online or by calling The Town House Hamilton on 01698 452299.

Cost: £3.00 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

 

Artists get involved!

Local artists are invited to exhibit in this annual exhibition of work celebrating visual arts. 

We welcome stained glass, pottery, photography, embroidery, paintings and sculpture work and all things in-between.

Why not drop in and speak to staff? 

£4.00 per exhibit or £6.00 for two.

Commission fees apply.

Booking forms available at reception.

Cost: Free admission

 

On 23rd January 2024 I was diagnosed as being neurodivergent which was kind of a surprise to me, funny enough not to anyone that knows me.  

Although surprising this pretty much answered my full life and why I am the way I am.  

So, come join me in a show where I’ll give you a first hand insight from my delusional eyes to what goes on in my ever-expanding mind with stories of how I've managed to survive through a life of total confusement to how and why I now prefer to be alone, mostly!

Suitable for 16+

Available to book online or by calling The Town House Hamilton on 01698 452299.

Cost: £27.50 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

 

The Greatest Hits Tour.

Marc Bolan, with his band T.Rex, was one of the most flamboyant and charismatic stars of the original glam rock era. With Bolan's special ingredient of Rock-a-Boogie songs, the band had a string of huge hits throughout the 1970s including Love to Boogie, Telegram Sam, Jeepster and 20th Century Boy. T.Rextasy have now been performing around the world for over 20 years, a career that ironically outlives Marc’s very own T.Rex.

The band is now accepted as the world’s only official live tribute band dedicated to Marc Bolan and T.Rex, and the only band endorsed and approved by Marc Bolan’s family, estate, original ex-members of T.Rex, and Bolan’s catalogue management. The band has been described by many as ‘beyond the boundaries of tribute’. Truly a rock’n’roll concert for all ages.

If you would like to know exactly what a Marc Bolan concert was like in the 1970s, this show is for you!

Available to book online or by calling Lanark Memorial Hall on 01555 673199.

Cost: £29.50 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)