Staycation Festival: Thelma & Louise

A special Staycation film screening for US Independence Day, with live music and a themed Americana menu in Kino

Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon are the best friends on a weekend getaway in a sleek blue Thunderbird. After an incident at a roadside diner, the road trip turns into an escape from the law, and a chase across Arkansas toward the Grand Canyon. Callie Khouri won an Oscar for the screenplay, and Ridley Scott’s cinematography captures the immense beauty of the West.

Enjoy a special set of live music before the film by Lauren Housley and The Northern Cowboys.

Staycation Festival: Roman Holiday

Escape into romance in the classic movie Roman Holiday, paired with a three-course menu exuding Italian nostalgia – that’s amore!

William Wyler’s Oscar-winning romantic comedy, Roman Holiday is the archetypal ‘staycation film’. Starring Audrey Hepburn, Gregory Peck, and a lovingly shot 1950s Rome, it tells the story of a bored and sheltered princess who escapes her guardians and heads into the eternal city with an American newsman.

Journey further down the Italian coast for a 30-minute live music set of Neapolitan songs from Aidan Edward before the film.

Roll With It - Pride Special

It's a Pride Month takeover this June in an all queer lineup for Roll With It's regular Terminus show! No two shows are the same, so expect quick wit, intense drama, and musical delights as the team makes up scenes on the spot based entirely on suggestions from you, the audience!

"A great show... Rising stars of Improv in the North" - Jade Fearnley, Murder Inc

"Such a great show. A broad church of funny humans, unafraid to be beautifully daft in the moment." - Paul "Silky" White, Stand up  comedian/ local legend

Jack Dee: Small World

Join Jack Dee for an evening of entertainment (food and beverages not included) in his new stand-up tour.

Star of TV sitcoms Bad Move, Lead Balloon and Josh, Jack also hosts the legendary Radio 4 show I’m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue. Additional credits include presenting Jack Dee’s Helpdesk on BBC Two, Channel 4’s The Jack Dee Show, ITV’s Jack Dee’s Saturday Night, BBC’s Jack Dee’s Happy Hour and Jack Dee Live at the Apollo.

In recognition of his charity work, Jack was denied an OBE in 2015.

Dianne and Vito: Red Hot and Ready

Strictly’s superstar professional dancers, Dianne Buswell and Vito Coppola star in a brand-new stage show Red Hot and Ready!

This is a dynamic new dance show with a difference created by BAFTA Award-winner and world-renowned choreographer Jason Gilkison. Red Hot and Ready builds on the acclaimed performance legacy created by the global dance sensation Burn the Floor which has wowed audiences for over two decades.

Merrion Centre 60th Anniversary Exhibition

On 26th May 2024 the Merrion Centre celebrates being part of the heart of Leeds for a phenomenal 60 years!

As part of our diamond anniversary celebrations, we welcome you to take a trip down 'merrion lane' and join us at our 'Merrion Through the Years' pop-up exhibition.

From ballroom to bowling, films to flying machines...

We'll be looking back through the archives at some of our most memorable moments!

Celine: My Heart Will Go On

After a sold-out tour across the UK and Europe in 2024, Celine: My Heart Will Go On is back for 2025 bigger and better than ever!

The concert is a stunning celebration of the music and one of the greatest singers of our time. The audience will be taken on a magical ride through four decades of hits that include The Power Of Love, It’s All Coming Back To Me Now, I’m Alive, All By Myself, Because You Loved Me, My Heart Will Go On, and many more.

Classic Car Sunday

Middleton Railway's brand new special event for 2024.

Enjoy the sights and sounds of a range of vintage vehicles which will be on display at our Moor Road site.

Entry prices are the same as normal meaning you can enjoy unlimited train rides, a snack in our cafe, vintage vehicles on display and even some sunshine (we hope!).

Best in show contest and a few other little surprises planned for the day.

Come along for a great family day out. If you have a vehicle you’d like to display, please drop us a message.

David O'Doherty: Tiny Piano Man

The disheveled prince of €10 eBay keyboards tries to make you feel alive with a new pageant of laughter, song and occasionally getting up from a chair. It’s gonna be a big one.

Star of 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown (Channel 4), Live At The Apollo (BBC) and Along For the Ride with David O’Doherty (Channel 4).

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‘A masterclass’
Irish Times

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‘Rarely a moment when the audience isn’t buckled over in laughter’
Time Out

★★★★½
‘Live comedy doesn’t get much better’
Age

Model Railway Exhibition

Admire the models set amongst the real thing in our Engine House. You can also travel on a full-size steam train.

There is also the opportunity to drive a full-size locomotive, as we will be operating a footplate experience on one of our locomotives – when did you last do that at a Model Railway Exhibition? A suggested donation of £5 and no need to book in advance, just turn up on the day. Please note that you must be at least 18 years old and not older than 76 to take part in the footplate experience.