RICKY TOMLINSON LIFE STORIES LIVE -Back by Popular Demand
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BACK BY POPULAR DEMANDAn Evening with Ricky Tomlinson
Retirement “My Arse”
Join us for an intimate and inspiring evening with one of Britain’s most recognisable and beloved entertainers. In this special event, Ricky Tomlinson opens up about the remarkable journey that shaped him—long before his rise to television fame.
Ricky begins by reflecting on his early life in Liverpool: a childhood of working-class grit, humour, and resilience. He shares vivid stories of the city that raised him, the jobs that shaped his outlook, and the strong community spirit that forged his character. From his formative years as a plasterer to becoming an active trade unionist, Ricky speaks candidly about the political convictions that led him to stand up for workers’ rights—passionately, loudly, and at great personal cost. His moving account of the 1970s building workers’ strike and the trials that followed reveals the depth of his principles, as well as the lifelong impact of those turbulent years.
With his trademark warmth and wit, Ricky then guides audiences through his unexpected path into show business. From small roles and early struggles to his breakthrough as Bobby Grant in Brookside, he charts the twists of fate that eventually led him to national fame. His tales from the set of The Royle Family, where he became a household name as the unforgettable Jim Royle, are both hilarious and heartfelt. Ricky’s natural storytelling brings to life the friendships, challenges, and creative magic that made the series one of Britain’s most cherished sitcoms.
Date: Saturday 13th June 2026
Doors Open: 6:00pm
Show Starts: 8:00pm
Food available in the Carriageworks Restaurant before the show
Date
Saturday 13 June 2026 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (UTC+00)Location
Greystoke Castle
GREYSTOKE CASTLE, GREYSTOKE PENRITH, Cumbria CA11 0TG
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