Autumn Watch
Autumn Watch
While the days are getting shorter, the fun doesn’t need to stop! There are still lots of great activities going on in the area, so make the most of precious family time and plan some great, memorable days out!
Join Humphrey’s Lantern Walk this November Join Humphrey’s Lantern Walk in the beautiful surroundings of Heaton Park, Manchester on Saturday 13th November, and help raise funds for the young patients at Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital. This sponsored walk is family-friendly, with accessible 2k and 4k distances to choose from. Or perhaps you’d rather take on your own individual Lantern Walk from home or from a location that’s personal to you? All children taking part will receive a special goody bag and twinkling paper lantern as part of their £5 entry fee. To register or find out more, get in touch. T: 0161 276 4522 W: rmchcharity.org.uk/lantern
Medieval Manchester Festival: a unique and family-friendly event this September Get ready for a unique and family-friendly festival at Chetham’s in Manchester – featuring live music, food, drink and medieval entertainment – which will celebrate the 600th anniversary of Manchester’s oldest buildings. Chetham’s medieval buildings date back to 1421. It’s where the history of Manchester begins and this two-day festival on Saturday 25th – Sunday 26th September celebrates the city’s history, and the incredible story of Chetham’s. Soak up the festival in the historic courtyard, explore the remarkable buildings and collections of Chetham’s Library, enjoy live music from young Chetham’s School of Music performers, or laugh and enjoy Horrible Histories shows in The Stoller Hall. Tickets cost £3, or £10 for families of up to five people, and can be pre-booked via the website. W: www.chethamsschoolofmusic.com/ whats-on/medieval-manchester-festival
Van Gogh Alive at MediaCityUK This autumn, MediaCityUK will host Van Gogh Alive, ‘the world’s most visited immersive, multi-sensory experience’ that exhibits the life and work of the seminal Dutch artist. Following a smash-hit run in London’s Kensington Gardens, the must-see cultural event comes to the north where visitors of all ages will be treated to a truly world-class cultural experience. Having welcomed over eight million visitors in 70 cities around the world, the immersive Van Gogh experience created by Grande Experiences, promises to be one of the highlights of this autumn’s event calendar when it opens its doors from 22nd October 2021 to 23rd January 2022. Visit vangoghaliveuk.com for more information.
Halloween Ghost Trains at the East Lancashire Railway Dare you take a ride on the East Lancashire Railway’s Halloween Ghost Trains? This family friendly fright fest takes place on the 28th, 29th & 31st October and is jam-packed with ghosts, ghouls, monsters and spooky surprises. Help their horrible heroes, including Count Brian the Vampire, Veronica the Witch and Bob (he’s a zombie) break the terrible curse and save the day. There will be spine chilling songs, magic spells and tricks galore! Don’t miss your chance to enjoy the ride of your life – book now! W: www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk
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