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Faulty Towers – The Dining Experience Father’s Day Special The Bowdon Rooms | 18th June

One for the dad’s who are always cracking jokes, the Faulty Towers dining experience offers a three-course menu and a two-hour dinner performance. Coming from its ongoing residency in London’s West End, the comedy troupe started its Faulty Fowers act in 1997 and have been touring Australia, Europe, Scandinavia, and Asia ever since. Have a unique experience at this 70% improvised show, where anything can, and usually does, happen. Visitaltrincham.com

100 Things To Do With Dad Scratch Poster | Amazon

£13.36

Want to give the gift of quality time with a twist? The 100 Things To Do With Dad Scratch Poster means you’ll never run out of ideas on how to spend time with your dad. Try them all and scratch off all the foil to reveal the images underneath. Recommended activities include complete a puzzle, have a barbeque, make a fire, and learn about your dad’s childhood. Amazon.co.uk

Indian Cookery | Vegetarian Society Cooking School | 17th June

Is your dad’s go-to takeaway always a curry? Why not spend some quality time together learning to make your own. Not only is this cooking class a great way to spend Father’s Day weekend, but you’ll also have a delicious meal by the end of it. Learn how to make a dahl tadka, roti with tamarind chutney and raita, and a classic onion bhaji. Vegsoc.org

On Earth and Space - Chris Hadfield’s Guide to the Cosmos | The Lowry | 18th June

The ultimate experience for space and science lovers, Ex-Commander of the International Space Station, Chris Hadfield, shares untold stories of his space travels. Included in the evening is also an array of multimedia presentations such as mind-blowing images from the James Webb telescope, and an audience Q&A in the second half. Quaytickets.com

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With clinical psychologist

Dr Daniel Weisberg, Managing Director of CAYP Psychology

Children, especially girls, have long been drawn to princesses. But, despite their innocent appearance, they are strong educators for your child and can even change your child’s behaviour.

When children watch Elsa, Cinderella, Moana, or Aurora, they observe princesses’ behaviours and learn their manners and conduct. Wearing costumes is a perfect demonstration. This process works through social learning – children learn to behave by observing the people around them, even when observing the fictional world.

Children imitate princesses’ behaviours. For example, traditional princesses (Cinderella and Snow White) often perform gender-stereotypical chores like cooking.