ONGOING

The Tiger Who Came to Tea Adventure Trail

You’ll find a fun and interactive The Tiger Who Came to Tea adventure trail in Tatton Park’s gardens until 3rd September. Get hands on playing in Sophie’s Kitchen, collect some teatime favourites and snap a photo with the tiger. Tatton Park, Knutsford.

W: www.tattonpark.org.uk

Stoller Hall at Chetham’s

Family fun at The Stoller Hall in Manchester, with interactive workshops, live music and family entertainment. Each month their Stoller Story Sounds workshops have a different theme, taking pre-schoolers and their grown-ups on an interactive musical journey.

W: www.stollerhall.com

Children and War

What is it like to be caught up in war as a child? Evacuees, refugees, targets and combatants share their experiences. Part of the Big Picture Show. An immersive 360-degree thought-provoking multimedia experience. IWM North.

W: www.iwm.org.uk

Corn Exchange Manchester

Make Manchester’s Corn Exchange a one-stop destination for family fun. Kids will love the excitement of Escape Hunt, where games themed around everything from Doctor Who to Vikings are on offer. There are plenty of restaurants and a resident hotel to make the perfect break.

W: www.cornexchangemanchester.co.uk

Stagecoach

Stagecoach Altrincham and Urmston provide quality part-time training in the arts for children aged 4-18 years. Their aim is to nurture and develop young potential through singing, acting and dancing classes in south Manchester. No experience necessary. You can trial the classes for two weeks before committing to a full term.

W: www.stagecoach.co.uk

Graystone Action Sports

Graystone is the home of action sports with activities for everyone including; scooter, skateboarding, BMX, trampolining, freestyle gymnastics, and bouldering. The expert coaches offer coaching in every sport.

W: www.graystoneactionsports.co.uk

May

Sunday 21st

AJ Bell Junior and Mini Great Manchester Run

Calling all kids who love to run! expect a high-energy soundtrack and fun from beginning to end, plus crazy costumes and high fives. And that’s all before you reach the finish line, where you’ll receive an exclusive finisher medal to add to your collection and a sense of pride like no other. Minis aged 3-8 take on a daring 1.5km dash, while Juniors aged 9-15 tackle a 2.5km supercharged sprint.

W: www.greatrun.org

Saturday 27th

There’s Loads to Do this May Half term!

Manchester City Council has teamed up with communities and activity leaders across the area to bring all school holiday activities and events on one website. Whether you’re looking for activities for younger children or older young people, there’s something for everyone on Loads to Do.

W: www.loadstodo.co.uk/schoolhols

Storytelling

Enjoy storytelling in the gardens of Tatton Park between 11am-4pm each day. Sit a while and listen to some of Judith Kerr’s classic tales, including The Tiger Who Came to Tea, Mog the Forgetful Cat and Mog and Bunny. Running until 4th June.

W: www.tattonpark.org.uk

Sow Awesome

Head to RHS Bridgewater this May half term for a week of fun family activities all about the joys of planting and harvesting vegetables. From seeds and soil, and field and vine, then onto our plates - learn where fruit and veg come from and grow your very own edible feast. Running until 4th June.

W: www.rhs.org.uk

We Are Guardians at Jodrell Bank

Take a seat in the Space Dome to enjoy this new 360° immersive dome show, We Are Guardians looks at how satellites can save the planet. The world, its peoples and environments are connected and interdependent. The eco-systems in which we live, from the smallest bacteria to the largest ocean whale are shared. Tickets £4/£6, available as an add-on to general admission. Running until 4th June. Show times: 10.30am and 2.30pm daily. Ages 6+.

W: www.jodrellbank.net

Sheep Shearing at the Farm

Local sheep shearer David Norcott will be shearing some of the flock, don’t miss this opportunity to see them shed their woolly coats. Also on 28th May. Tatton Park, Knutsford. W: www.tattonpark.org.uk

Construction Club

Young inventors, creators and builders are invited to drop in and play with the massive supply of LEGO. The Atkinson. W: www.theatkinson.co.uk

Monday 29th

Discover Virtual Reality

Step into a world of fun and excitement this half term at DNA VR! Their stateof-the-art virtual reality technology lets you explore fantastic realms and solve intricate puzzles like never before. Experience the thrill of the VR Arcade, perfect for a family day out. Use code PRIMARYTIMES10 for 10% off. W: www.dnavr.co.uk

Tuesday 30th

CADS Holiday Club

CADS clubs provide opportunities for children and young people to participate in an exciting programme of unique and inclusive physical activities together with health and wellbeing options. Open to disabled and nondisabled young people aged 8-16 years. £85 for two days. Also on 31st May. Seashell, Stanley Road, Cheadle Hulme. T: 0161 610 0100

E: active@seashelltrust.org.uk

Have a Hoot at BeWilderwood

Have a hoot at BeWILDerwood

Cheshire this half term and enjoy their sparkly new event Such a Hoot, running until 30th June. Meet new characters, see a brand-new story at the Storytelling Stage, get your faces painted and get crafty in the Big Hatall included in your ticket! 10am-5pm. W: www.bewilderwood.co.uk

JUNE

Saturday 3rd Car Show

Celebrate the golden age of motoring at The Classic and Performance Car Spectacular, one of the UK’S most loved classic car shows. Also on 4th June. Tatton Park, Knutsford. W: www.tattonpark.org.uk

Saturday 10th

We’ll Meet Again

1940’s Vintage and Victory Weekend at the Farm! Step back in time and celebrate all that was great from the 1940s & 50s! Also on 11th June. Tatton Park, Knutsford.

W: www.tattonpark.org.uk

Sunday 11th

Soccer Aid

Soccer Aid for UNICEF returns to Old Trafford, Manchester. Lionesses’ Euro 2022 winner, Jill Scott will captain England as she makes her debut alongside Tommy Fury, Jack Wilshere, Joel Corry, Bugzy Malone, Karen Carney and Gary Cahill. They are joined by familiar Soccer Aid faces including Usain Bolt, Liam Payne, Tom Grennan, Mo Farah, Steven Bartlett, Gary Neville and Vicky McClure. Tickets start from just £10 for children and £20 for adults. W: www.socceraid.org.uk

Saturday 17th

Father’s Day Weekend

We take great care to ensure this information is correct at the time of going to press. However, we would advise parents to phone and check details prior to making a long trip…or promise!

New Rides, New Area!

Visit Gulliver’s World this half term to experience their new rides, now open! Gulliver’s World, Warrington. W: www.gulliersworldresort.co.uk

Celebrate Father’s Day at Gulliver’s World. Adult tickets are 50% off throughout Father’s Day Weekend! This special offer is available at all Gulliver’s Theme Parks on both the Saturday and the Sunday.

W: www.gulliversworldresort.co.uk

DogFest Cheshire

Treat your dog at DogFest, the nation’s favourite dog friendly festival. Also on 18th June. Tatton Park, Knutsford. W: www.tattonpark.org.uk

Bluey and Bingo Family Fun Day

Meet Bluey and Bingo at intervals throughout the day at the Bury Transport Museum. There will also be a funfair, face painters and craft activities. Ride with one of the heritage steam or diesel trains through the Irwell valley. General admission tickets must be purchased online. Also on 18th June.

W: www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk

Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship

Oulton Park’s traditional Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship summer party is back in June for three headline races on the Island circuit. This is an annual calendar highlight with thousands of fans camping out across the weekend.

W: www.oultonpark.co.uk

We take great care to ensure this information is correct at the time of going to press. However, we would advise parents to phone and check details prior to making a long trip…or promise!

Tuesday 20th

Royal Cheshire County Show

The Royal Cheshire County Show is back on 20th & 21st June. All your favourite attractions and competitions will return this year, including light and heavy horses, livestock, the Cheshire Farmers Market, the Robert’s Bakery Food Village and the Shetland Pony Grand National. Children under 5 enter free! W: www.royalcheshireshow.org

Saturday 24th

Pretty Muddy Kids

Race for Life Pretty Muddy Kids is a brilliant muddy obstacle course just for the little ones. They can take on the obstacles, crawl through the mud pit and have fun with friends, all the while helping raise valuable funds for life-saving research. Free for adults, £12 for children (children must be at least 1.2 metres tall). Tatton Park, Knutsford. W: www.tattonpark.org.uk

July

Saturday 1st Supercar Pageant

Oulton Park circuit will be packed with the finest cars you can imagine, with Lamborghinis, Ferraris, Bentleys Porsches and more filling the infield of the historic circuit. W: www.oultonpark.co.uk

The Classic American’s Stars and Stripes Car Show

Celebrating all things American from across the decades, the Classic American Stars & Stripes Car Show is the biggest and best of its kind in the UK. Family entertainment including live music and a funfair, as well as specialist traders, parts suppliers and jumble stands. Tatton Park, Knutsford. W: www.tattonpark.org.uk

Friday 7th

Foodies Festival

Foodies Festival returns with celebrity chefs and headliners Sophie EllisBextor and Scouting for Girls. Running 7th-9th July. Tatton Park, Knutsford. W: www.tattonpark.org.uk

Wednesday 26th July

Nantwich Show

The award-winning Nantwich Show is a perfect family day out.

Entertainment for all ages includes circus skills, inflatables, livestock judging, The Sheep Show, food and drink, shopping, trade stands, main ring attractions, floral arts and home produce competitions, chef demonstrations and loads more. Earlybird Family tickets are just £35 for two adults and two children (5-17yrs) purchased before 17th July. Get your tickets online now! W: www.nantwichshow.org