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From the bar, with Rich 10Goostrey Rose Day 2025 14Holmes Chapel Parish Council news 18Goostrey Parish Archive 24The art of remaking antique jewellery 28Why August might be the perfecttime to sell your home 34Days Out & Meals Out Summer Guide 37 - 47Holmes Chapel Pride 2025 54Katy meets... Craig, Stephenson Browne 58Let's talk legal 62Meet Hilary, the founder of trundl 66Patient Participation Group 70Holmes Chapel Partnership 72Quick Reference 78Welcome & ContentsContact The Villages MagKaty O’Regankaty@archpublications.comDavid Crawforddavid@archpublications.comFor all enquires & bookingsCall or Whatsapp 01477 518 252Visit archpublications.comRemember to tell our advertisers you found them in The Villages MagArch Publications Charity Partner 2025, visit www.www.dscheshire.org.ukBusiness InsightsScan to Listen & Subscribearchpublications.com/podcastSummer seems to have arrived in a ash this year, and what a whirlwind it’s been! From unexpected heatwaves to breezy spells that had us reaching for both our sunglasses and our cardigans in the same week, it’s certainly been a season of contrasts. As we step into August, many of us are now in full swing with school holidays, family outings, and those long, light-lled evenings that make this time of year so special.That’s why we’re especially proud to bring you our much-anticipated Summer Events Guide, back for its second year and bigger than ever. This vibrant section of the magazine is lovingly compiled by the ever-enthusiastic Jenny from Days Out and Meals Out. If you haven’t yet discovered her, Jenny’s Facebook page is a treasure trove of inspiration for families, foodies, and adventure-seekers across the region. She pours passion and local knowledge into every post, and it shows – with over 35,000 followers and counting, her community continues to grow month by month.Jenny contributes a regular column in our magazine, and we’re incredibly grateful for her dedication and the wealth of information she shares. Her Summer Guide is packed with fun, family-friendly events across Cheshire and beyond, from festivals and outdoor theatre to hidden gem attractions and special oers from local businesses.As part of celebrating the brilliant local spots we love, we’d also like to shine a spotlight on The Village Kitchen, a warm, welcoming venue that continues to bring the community together. If you’ve enjoyed a visit, meal or event there recently, we’d be so grateful if you could show your support by voting for them in the Taste Cheshire Food & Drink Awards. They’re nominated in two fantastic categories: Best Casual Eatery and Representation of Local Produce in a Menu. Simply scan the QR code in this issue to cast your vote, every one counts!We encourage you to keep this edition close to hand as your go-to guide for what’s on this August – whether you’re planning last-minute days out or just looking to keep the kids entertained during the holidays. And while you’re at it, be sure to follow Jenny’s page for even more timely tips and local happenings.Here’s to a summer full of adventure, sunshine (ngers crossed!), and unforgettable memories.

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Cheshire Ears are fully trained & qualiﬁed in safe ear wax removal techniques. Fully insured, DBS checked and a friendly service.BOOK ONLINE TODAYFind out more & book now atwww.cheshireears.co.ukor call 01477 531 204We offer Microsuction & Irrigation, both safe & effective techniques for ear wax removal.CheshireEarsSummerSummerOffer!Offer!Cheshire House,Parkway,Holmes ChapelCW4 7BABASED WITHINHolmes Chapel PodiatryACCESS IS VIA THEGATED CAR PARKAppointments:Weekdays and Weekends.Only Only £50£50for 1 or 2 earsfor 1 or 2 earsValid Monday 21st July 2025till 31st Aug 2025Book via my website using code: SUM2025EAR WAXREMOVALIt’s been a fair while now since I’ve talked about beer, and in particular the most widely drunk type of beer in the world… that is of course, lager.For long time readers of these pages, you’ll already know that lager is, in brewing terms, a reference to the method of brewing and conditioning beer at low temperatures, usually with a yeast that ferments at the bottom of the brew vessel rather than the top. While the dierence in brew temperature is only a mere 3-5 degrees, the yeast strain used in top fermenting is totally dierent to that used in bottom fermenting and making lager. That’s the brewing side, but the conditioning of the cold-fermented beer is where we actually get the term lager, from the German word for storage, because the beer was stored in cool caves before drinking.It was in medieval times that lager became the dominant style of beer in continental Europe, but the strain of yeast needed for cold fermentation can trace its origins back to the 15th century. Before refrigeration brewers would nd caves to store the barrels in, digging underground cellars and packing them with ice from rivers and lakes to maintain the temperatures in From the bar, with Rich...Rich, The Beer Emporium Bottle Bankthe warmer months. To keep the ice as long as they could, the brewers planted groves of chestnut trees to form a dense canopy over the cellars, the chestnut being favoured because its root system didn’t penetrate too deeply into the soil. As the lagered beer became ready to drink, sharing tables and benches found their way into these shady groves, and the age of the beer garden began.I kid you not, the quintessential British beer garden can trace its roots back to canny German brewers seeking cost eective ways of making their winter ice last that little bit longer. It’s thought that it was in the Kingdom of Bavaria, in Munich back at the turn of the 19th century that the rst ‘biergarten’ came into being, and while nobody quite knows where, it was in one of chestnut groves of the big 6 brewers who were responsible for the majority of beer at that time. Of those 6, Lowenbrau, Hofbrauhaus, Augustinerbrau, Hacker-Pschorr, Paulaner and Spaten, the latter 2 were at the forefront of brewing technology being the recipients of some of the rst large-scale commercial refrigeration units made.Paulaner, currently the premium lager on at The Bottle Bank, can trace its lineage back to 1634 and the Paulaner Order of mendicant friars. These friars brewed a stronger beer according to the German Purity laws and gave away whatever they didn’t drink themselves. As more and more people clamoured for the beer, other smaller breweries complained to the Munich councillors that the competition was unfair. It was in 1751, over a hundred years since they rst started, that the brewery was given the ocial permissions to serve their beer on their own Saints’ day, and this stronger beer was given the name of “fathers saint beer” or St Vater Bier in German. As the consumption continued, this got slurred over time into Salvator, a recipe still in production today. It is still tradition that the rst litre of Salvator gets handed over by the head brewer at Paulaner to the Bavarian minister on the opening of the annual Munich Starkbierfest.While we may not often (if at all!) hand over litres of our beers to ministers, it’s nice to know that these traditions have continued to be enjoyed over the centuries, and that thanks to an order of friars, we can enjoy one of the best-tasting lagers out there.Until next time, see you at the bar!

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14Record crowds turned out on Saturday (28 June) to see 12-year-old Rosa Tomlinson crowned Goostrey Rose Queen.Fittingly for a village that been featured on the BBC North-west weather map all week in the run up to Rose Day, the sun shone on the children who took part and the hundreds of spectators who watched the procession and traditional crowning ceremony.Revellers were greeted with a new look eld set up including an innovative food court serving a wide range of food and drink, which was only possible because the marquee and stalls had been recongured.The procession, which was made up of a series of oats, walking groups and queens from 10 local villages, was led by a steam traction engine driven by Des Bostock and his daughter Georgia Bostock.In the past villagers would drop spare change into the buckets carried by marshals as the oats passed-by but as the use of cash as declined takings dropped so this year the collectors also had a special QR code so onlookers could donate by card.In all almost 250 children, two bands and Morris Dancers took part in the procession along from Booth Bed Lane to the School eldRosa, who attends Holmes Chapel Comprehensive School and is a former Goostrey Rose Day2025ByGoostrey Rose Daypupil at Goostrey School, was crowned during the traditional ceremony. Her attendants were: Emily Anderson; Harriet Aspinall; Rosie-Mae Baddiley; Alice Crofts; Millie Jeavons; Kacey Sangha; Clemmie Thompson and Tippi Walsh-Goldsmith.The Rose Bud Queen was Erica Walker and the Lady in Waiting was Emilia Spivey with attendants: Georgia Burrell; Seren Hughes; Mila Steele; Aoife Slevin and Lucy Tyrer.This year the Gold Queen was Nicci Chapman who was crowned in 1975 and the Silver Queen was Rachel Watmore, nee Bailey, who was Rose Queen in 2000. The Golden President was Frank Walton who was President back in 1975.For the rst time in its 120 year history Rose Day has joint presidents, Andy and Alison Gill, who were stalwarts of the organising committee for about 20 years.After the formal ceremony, the crowd was entertained by Maypole Dancing from Goostrey School Year 3 and the Batida Rio Samba Band.Christina Burgess, Chair of Goostrey Rose Festival, said: “The event just seems to get bigger and better every year. I don’t think I have ever seen so many people on the eld before and everyone appeared to be enjoying the whole occasion.“Although it is very much a traditional aair we try to keep innovating and from the feedback I have received people liked the changes we introduced.“However, it would not have been the success it was without all the hard work put in by the committee and countless other volunteers. The support we receive from the community is exceptional and I would like to thank every single person who helped in any way.“I hope Rosa and all her attendants enjoyed the day and I am sure they will be rst class representatives of Goostrey as they visit similar events at other villages around the area.”Photos: In recent years the organising committee has appointed a photographic student as the ocial Rose Day photographer. This year it was Charlie Hext, Goostrey resident and student of photography at the University of Salford.

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You will see that we believe true beauty lies in transformation, and that old treasures hold the potential to become new wonders. In a world where fashion trends change rapidly, there’s something uniquely timeless about taking pieces that have been passed down through generations or forgotten in jewellery boxes and reimagining them into something fresh, meaningful, and stunning. Our team specialises in this process, turning your unworn, outdated, or inherited jewellery into a piece that perfectly reects your personal style and story.Every piece of jewellery has its own history—whether it was a gift, an heirloom, or a special purchase from a bygone era. However, over time, many of these treasures can lose their charm or simply fall out of favour due to changing tastes. At Bespoke By Baskerville, we see this as an opportunity rather than a loss. We understand the sentimental value these pieces hold and the emotions they carry. That’s why we treat each transformation with the utmost respect and care, ensuring that every redesigned piece feels both personal and new, while still preserving the essence of its original form.Fenella works closely with every client to bring their vision to life, guiding them through the process of selecting materials, styles, and elements that reect both the past and the present. Whether it’s a family heirloom that needs a modern touch or a forgotten piece that could shine with a new design, we help you honour the memories associated with each jewel, while creating a piece that ts seamlessly into your current lifestyle.What makes the transformation process even more special is that reimagining your old jewellery can also be a more budget-friendly option. Instead of buying new gold, platinum, or precious stones, you can repurpose the existing materials from your old pieces. This means your sentimental treasures don’t just carry emotional value—they can also make for a more economical solution. By using what you already have, you get the best of both worlds: a newly designed piece at a reduced cost, without compromising on quality or beauty.At Bespoke By Baskerville, we believe that the process of turning old treasures into new wonders is a celebration of both the past and the future. It’s a chance to create something that reects who you are now, while honouring the legacy of those who came before you. Whether it’s a ring, bracelet, necklace, or earrings, we can help you carry your memories forward in a way that’s both stylish and meaningful.In a world where mass production often leaves little room for personal connection, Bespoke By Baskerville oers a truly bespoke service, where every piece is designed with heart, history, and a vision for the future.Old Treasures, to New Wonders’ with...

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18It was brilliant to see so many of our residents come down to support this event despite the weather! Thank you for attending, for smiling and dancing in the rain and generally creating a lovely sense of community!Everybody Fun Day - Thankfully the rain had passed so that Everybody Health & Leisure could welcome residents to their fantastic family fun day down at the Community Centre. There was face painting, balloon artist, nerf gun shooting, inatable football, rowing challenges, archery, a bouncy castle, stalls, great food, reptiles and so much more. Huge thank you to all the Everybody Sta for organising this free family fun event for us, we really appreciate all the hard work and eort that went into organising it!Holmes Chapel Chorus Concert - This marked the 40th Anniversary of the Holmes Chapel Chorus and was a very special evening for all. The Choir sounded amazing and were joined by special guests, the Cheshire Brass to honour this special night. With over 100 attendees listening to some beautiful music at the leisure centre, it was denitely a night to remember! An interval with a dierence, attendees were able to bring a picnic to enjoy which once again added to a great community atmosphere.Village Fair - Despite thunderstorms rst thing, the sun came out for a fantastic Village Fair. Held at the Victoria Club, with stalls organised by the Partnership, it was great to see the wide ranging stalls and activities on oer, including community group stalls, crafts, great food, classic cars, fun fair and a dog show! Lots of people came down to support the fair and it was a lovely atmosphere. Thank you to all those who worked so hard to organise this great community event!Holmes Chapel Parish Council newsRefurbished Bench at the Skatepark The Parish Council was pleased to fund the refurbishment of the memorial bench down at the Skatepark. This bench was placed there in honour of the late PCSO Jill Cope who played a signicant role in the skatepark being installed at the Community Centre.Summer Celebration WeekendThe weather may have been wet and cold, but there was that didn’t stop Holmes Chapel residents bringing their own bit of sunshine to the Summer Celebration weekend!Friday Night! - The Summer Celebration kicked o as usual with London Road through the centre of the village being closed on the Friday night at 6pm. We were delighted to welcome two new acts this year - Saxophonist Mike Irving and Singer/Songwriter Harris Raerty. They performed and entertained us with some fantastic music and kept us all smiling even when the heavens opened. Dane Sound bought their enthusiasm, positivity and great music to the other end of London Road, and it was great to watch young and old dancing together in the street!What also made this year so special was that two re ocers Scott and Victoria had taken on the great challenge of cycling non-stop from 10am until 10pm to raise vital funds for the FireFighters Charity. Contacting the Parish CouncilOur oce is generally open 9am to 12 noon, Tuesday to Friday mornings.Clerk of the Council, Holmes Chapel Parish Council, 1 Church Walk, Holmes Chapel, Cheshire. CW4 7AZ01477 533 934 | 07484 904 899clerk@holmeschapelparishcouncil.gov.ukwww.holmeschapelparishcouncil.gov.uk

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24A treasure trove of “lost” items from the Cumberbirch family of Goostrey has made their nal journey to Goostrey Parish Archive six years after they were saved for the collection at the start of the COVID pandemic.The collection in the Village Hall holds photographs, postcards and memorabilia of the family who lived and farmed for generations at Brookside Farm, Blackden Lane. The precious items were handed over for safe-keeping to Nick Hassall and his wife, Val, by the late Brian Cumberbach, the last in the line of direct descendants of the family in Goostrey to have the name.Nick and Val stored the items for Brian in one of their buildings, but by a stroke of luck, it was mentioned to Archivist Roger Burgess of their existence, and they were donated by the couple to the archive in the same battered box handed down by Brian before he died.Now, Nick’s mum, Pauline, has donated more items from the Cumberbirch family she discovered stored on their property, whose land, once part of the Red Lion, which they formerly owned and is now renamed the Space Invader, links with Brookside Farm’s acreage.Pauline was accompanied by her friend. Carol Clie, when she brought the items to the archive.Archive members who are constantly on the alert to ensure that when a resident sadly passes away, the immediate family is aware of their interest in photographs and memories of the departed, which are often skipped as of no interest during house clearanceGoostrey Parish ArchivebyGoostrey Parish ArchiveThe archive oers to store the items in the collection, either as a gift or a place of safekeeping, or in the case of photographs and documents can be copied and returned to the family.Pauline said she thought the photographs, faded newspaper cuttings of Cumberbirch funerals and several books, including one given to children at Goostrey school to mark the Coronation of Edward V11 at the beginning of the 20th century were part of the items Brian Cumberbirch had left with her family. They also included professional portraits of the family from the 1890s, which will be among some of the earliest in the archive and the oldest image known to exist of Emily Cumberbirch as a toddler before she was Goostrey’s second Rose Queen, crowned on June 13, 1908.The items are currently being catalogued, but will eventually be available for interest and research and posted on the Goostrey Parish Archive Facebook page and its website www.goostreyparisharchive.Carol and Pauline, who have spent most of their time in the village, were delighted to explore another interest from the past, the Goostrey Players collection and discovered many long-lost memories.The handover of more items from the Cumberbirch household was a crowning moment in the archive following Rose Day when it launched its rst history of the village, Goostrey: A Tale of Two Townships, on its Victorian-style hoopla stall.The rst edition of the book, written by Roger Burgess and edited and designed by artist Jenny Walker, who chairs the archive, sold rapidly and a second edition of 200 copies has been printed and is being distributed.Goostrey Parish Archive meets on most Tuesdays between 2 pm and 4 pm at the Village Hall and can also be found on Facebook and the website: www.goostreyparisharchive.co.ukPhoto: Carol Clie, left, with Pauline Hassall, seated centre, discussing the donation of more Cumberbirch papers with Archivist Roger Bennett.

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28Your antique jewellery carries with it a certain poetry—each scratch a memory, each stone a story. These treasured pieces are often steeped in sentimental value, having passed through generations as symbols of love, celebration, and legacy. But as time wears on, so too does the jewellery itself. Settings loosen, clasps falter, stones go missing, and sometimes, the entire piece begins to fall apart.At Bespoke By Baskerville, we believe that a worn or damaged antique doesn’t signal the end of its story—but the beginning of a new chapter.When Time Takes Its Toll.There are occasions when an antique piece arrives with us and its simply too damaged to be worn safely. The metal may be too thin, the settings may be unstable, or the overall structure compromised. In such cases, remaking the jewellery becomes not just an option, but a necessity.Rather than discarding the original, we use it as the blueprint. Wherever possible, we retain and reuse original materials—precious metals are melted down and reformed, gemstones are reset, and missing elements are carefully sourced to match the original aesthetic.One of the most delicate aspects of remaking antique jewellery is sourcing replacement stones. Whether it’s a lost diamond from a Victorian ring or a The Art of Remaking Antique Jewelleryby Fenella BaskervilleBespoke by Baskervillemissing sapphire from a Georgian broach, we go to great lengths to nd stones that complement the existing piece in both cut and character. Every stone is chosen with care to maintain visual harmony and historical integrity.More than just preserving beauty, our goal is to honour the emotional connection the wearer has with the jewellery. Whether it belonged to a beloved grandparent or marked a meaningful life event, the spirit of the piece must remain intact.That’s why we work closely with all our clients during every stage of the remake—ensuring that the heart and soul of the original design is preserved. We often retain key motifs, replicate original engraving styles, and use photographs or family stories to guide our work.At the same time, the remake process allows us to enhance the structural integrity of the piece. Using modern techniques and stronger settings, we ensure the jewellery is not only beautiful but also durable enough to be worn and enjoyed for many years to come.Remaking antique jewellery is more than restoration—it’s resurrection. It’s a way of taking something that may be too fragile for daily wear and transforming it into a stronger, more enduring version of itself. In doing so, we allow the piece to continue its journey—not just as a memory of the past, but as an heirloom for the future.If you have a beloved but battered piece tucked away in a drawer, consider letting it shine once more. With expert craftsmanship and a deep respect for its history, I will help breathe new life into your most cherished treasures.

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34When it comes to selling your home, timing plays a crucial role. While spring is traditionally seen as the ideal season to list a property, August can actually oer some unique and often overlooked advantages, especially for those looking to stand out in a quieter market.It’s true that August is typically seen as a holiday month. Many families are away, and parents with school-age children are often juggling travel plans or childcare. This can create the impression that the property market slows down. However, this quieter spell can work in your favour.Many home movers who listed their properties in the spring may now have sales agreed and are actively looking for their next home. These buyers are motivated, often part of a chain, and ready to make decisions. August can be a great time to capture their attention, particularly if your home is well presented and realistically priced.Why August might be the perfect time to sell your homeByLatham EstatesAnother major benet is reduced competition. With fewer properties coming to market during August, your home has a better chance of standing out. A less saturated market means buyers have fewer options, making it more likely they’ll focus on your property. It’s also a calmer time for viewings, without the hectic scheduling that often comes with busier months.August also oers the perfect conditions for marketing your home visually. Gardens tend to look their best at this time of year, and the longer daylight hours allow for bright, appealing photographs. Evening viewings are easier to arrange, giving buyers more exibility to visit when they’re relaxed and unhurried.Looking ahead, listing in August also means you could be settled into your new home in time for the festive season. Buyers often use Christmas as a natural deadline to be moved and settled, and starting the process in August allows enough time for everything from conveyancing to removals to run smoothly.Another advantage is that many solicitors and removal companies are less busy than they are in peak months. This can translate to more personalised attention and greater availability, making it easier to secure your preferred moving date and avoid delays.So, while August may not be the busiest time of year in the property calendar, it could well be one of the most eective. With less competition, serious buyers, and ideal conditions for showcasing your home, it might just be the perfect time to make your move.

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37R.S.C GARDEN R.S.C GARDEN MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE• Lawn Cutting• Lawn Cutting• Hedge Cutting• Hedge Cutting• Leaf Clearing• Leaf Clearing• General Tidy-ups• General Tidy-upsFriendly,Friendly, Reliable, Reliable, Service. Service.07907 939 53607907 939 536rscgardening@gmail.comrscgardening@gmail.comCarpets, Vinyl, Laminate, Solid Wood & Tiles Free Door TrimmingMIDDLEWICHCARPETS & FLOORINGMIDDLEWICHCARPETS & FLOORINGWe have you coveredHightown, Middlewich | T: 01606 834627Find us on Facebook• One of Cheshire’s longest-established independent carpet and ﬂooring retailers.• Straightforward, all-inclusive pricing.• Flooring installed by the owner, who has over 25 years of experience.• We supply ﬂooring directly from leading manufacturers.• Free measuring service included.• Home selection service available if you can’t come to us.• Guaranteed to be cheaper than all national and independent outlets (on like-for-like products, terms and conditions apply).Middlewich Rd, Holmes Chapel CW4 7EAwww.georgeanddragoncheshire.co.uk | 01477 537785Augu The GeorgeTasty £10 oers on Tuesday, Wednesday & ursday from 4pmwith options for add ons & sharing sides.TACO TUESDAYSMidweekOersA choice of Tacos with FriesWING WEDNESDAYS1kg Chicken Wings with a choice of sauceThin Crust ThursdayHand Pulled, Stone Baked 11” Pizza- a range of toppingsChoose from battered Fish, Sausages or Halloumi & ChipsFISH & CHIP FRIDAYKeep up todate on ourmidweek oersJenny,Days Out and Meals Out ReviewsLooking for inspiration to keep the whole family entertained this summer? Here’s your go-to guide packed with fun-lled ideas, exciting activities, and must-see events happening across Cheshire, Manchester, Staordshire — and beyond — over the 6-week summer break.Whether you’re planning big days out or local adventures, there’s something here for everyone!Top tip: Always double-check event details on the ocial venue websites — dates, times, and availability can change. Many events require advance booking and often sell out quickly.DAYS OUT & MEALS OUT DAYS OUT & MEALS OUT SUMMER GUIDE 2025SUMMER GUIDE 2025BLAST OFF INTO A SUMMER OF BLAST OFF INTO A SUMMER OF DISCOVERY AT JODRELL BANKDISCOVERY AT JODRELL BANK - 19 Jul - 31 Aug There’s a whole universe to discover at Jodrell Bank, with interactive exhibitions, hands-on activities, and immersive Dome Shows for astronauts of all ages.Ted’s Space Adventure £5 - Young astronauts (ages 2–7) will love Ted’s Space Adventure, a lively show full of music, rhymes and interactive fun. Every Wed at 11amRocket Lab FREEOlder space fans can get hands-on in the Rocket Lab, launch stomp rockets, and witness spectacular ‘whoosh bottle’ science demos.Meet The Telescope FREE - Learn about the iconic Lovell Telescope through short outdoor sessions lled with fun facts for the whole familyTelescope Talks FREE - Curious about what our telescope is looking at? If our Meet the Telescope sessions have sparked your appetite for deeper knowledge, come along to our daily sit-down where our experts will explore the mysteries of the LovellSpace Crafts FREE - Don’t forget to drop into make cosmic Space Crafts to take home. Royal Society Summer Science Exhibits On Tour - 30-31 Aug FREE Visit in the nal weekend of August for two days packed with fun activities, engaging talks, and captivating short lms from the prestigious Summer Science Exhibition in London. Book online & Save 10% plus your ticket becomes an annual pass too:www.daysoutandmealsout.com/jodrellbanksummer2025BUTTER SLIME BUTTER SLIME BONANZA GOOTOPIA BONANZA GOOTOPIA CHESHIRECHESHIRE 21 July – 5 Sept Soft, stretchy, smooth-as-fudge butter slime is taking over Gootopia! Kids will knead, fold, and whip up their own buttery creations by mixing in soft air clay to create this unique, velvety texture. It’s uer than normal slime, holds its shape better, and spreads like a dream – a sensory delight that’s impossible to put down. Our ve-star rated workshops include: Butter slime making with soft air claySummer-inspired colours and mix-insGiant slime team challengeFun facts on textures, touch and sensory science A personalised pot of butter slime to take home + a pot of giant slime Whether you’re a seasoned slime fanatic or new to the goo, this workshop is the ultimate summer treat for ages 3+ Book now & select “Butter Slime Bonanza” at checkout!

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ENJOY SIX WEEKS OF ENJOY SIX WEEKS OF SUMMER FUN AT PLAY@ SUMMER FUN AT PLAY@ LOWER DRAYTON FARMLOWER DRAYTON FARM20 July – 1 SeptUse my code SUN10 to get 10% OFF Located just of J13 of the M6 in Staordshire, award-winning PLAY@ Lower Drayton Farm has six weeks of fun and adventure lined up for families over the summer break. You’ll nd dierent activities happening each week – so there will always be something new to enjoy, alongside massive indoor playbarns, acres of outdoor play, animal talks & interactions, farm trailer riders and daily foam parties!Week 1 – Bubble show fun with the resident Bubble Fairies!Week 2 – Meet the machines – a real treat budding farmersWeek 3 – Dino Discovery Maize Maze launch (then every day for the rest of summer break)Week 4 – Teddy Bears’ SUMMER tea Party – magical role-play adventures for little visitors (and their bears)Week 5 – Sunower Maze launch – stroll around the beautiful blooms and capture photo memoriesWeek 6 – FOAM FEST – the legendary foam parties are set to go MASSIVE…PLUS you can upgrade your summer PLAY@ tickets to include overnight farmland camping for just £12 per pitch, per night – and make your visit into a PLAY-cationSUMMER HOLIDAYS AT EUREKA! SUMMER HOLIDAYS AT EUREKA! SCIENCE AND DISCOVERYSCIENCE AND DISCOVERY 19 July – 31 AugJoin the explosive experiments of Professor Pumpernickel, get active with Kidzt, and be wowed by the wonder of Ray Bubbles bubble show that’s sure to amaze little ones and the grown-ups! Don’t miss a visit to Make Create, where there’s hands-on workshops bringing fairy tales to life. It’s not just play — it’s learning, too!• KidzFit - a series of interactive workshops exploring movement, health, and body science• Science Made Simple - Get ready for fun, fast-paced science with interactive shows the whole family will love!• Ray Bubbles - the International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder, in his high-energy, fast-paced show that bursts with bubbly surprises!• Dr Ken - Roll up for a high-energy show where science meets the circus in the most spectacular way!• Professor Pumpernickel - a 30 minute bonanza of bangs, Bunsen burners and brain-tingling bamboozlement that will leave you with a burning desire to learn more about the staggering world of science! • Og the Giant - Come aboard the Imagination Station where we will explore fantastic stories stories live on stage!• Science Shows with the Eureka! Enablers - Expect hands-on demos, surprising experiments, and plenty of WOW moments.• Fairy Tale Fixers - Forget Once Upon a Time, it’s your turn to rewrite the story… with a twist only you can bring! We’re inviting families to build, tinker and experiment. On daily in Make CreateMEET CHARACTERS THIS SUMMER AT MEET CHARACTERS THIS SUMMER AT CASTAWAY PLAY CONGLETON CASTAWAY PLAY CONGLETON 19 Jul - 31 Aug Meet characters while enjoying all the play areas inside Castaway Play. Characters include The Grualo, Encanto, Teletubbies, Mario, Stitch, Fireman Sam and loads more visiting every day. Check out their socials to nd out who is visiting on each day. Bring a change of clothes and let the kids get stuck in to: Bubble Shows 11.30 & 1.30 • End of day Foam Party at 3.30As well as all these extra fun there is tons of sand to play with at the Tropical Beach, pretend to be pirates in Castaway Cove, run and climb up in the trees in the Lost Jungle and slide and explore the Magical Kingdom. The perfect day out for little ones. Inside Beach at The Lambing Shed - Open everydayA fun-lled indoor play space perfect for little ones, whatever the weather. Entry is £2.95 per child. A giant sandpit. Games & activities. A summer food shack. And plenty of ice cream!Making Tracks 200 at Chester Cathedral - 24 July - 30 AugIn honour of Railway200, you will see a variety of trains from the 1820s to present day. This year’s model railway is 72 feet long featuring Watford Junction and its amazing cityscape.Treetop Golf Manchester - 14 July - 31 AugThroughout the holidays they’ve got free face painting every weekend from 12-3pm, and quiet sessions every Wednesday from 9-10:30am – perfect for guests who prefer a calmer adventure. Cineworld Cinemas - 25 July - 28 Aug£1 Family Films. From Moana 2 to Paddington in Peru, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 to A Minecraft Movie, every week will see a dierent family favourite back to the big screenSummer Climbing Sessions at Audley Climbing Centre - 28 July - 31 AugWith a variety of climbing walls with routes that are regularly updated, ensuring that climbers of all levels can continually nd new and exciting challenges.Waterworld ResortHave fun in the water and on the slides at Waterworld aqua park. With over 30 dierent rides and attractions.• Play and explore inside Adventure Mini Village• Play a game of 18 hole Adventure Mini GolfCadburys WorldDelve into Cadbury World’s 14 interactive zones, oering a fun-lled day for visitors of all ages. From learning about the origins of cocoa to experiencing a simulated chocolate-making process, there’s something for everyoneTenpin Bowling at CreweEnjoy a game of bowling, let the kids run around in the indoor solf play or visit the arcades. There is even a couple of Escape Rooms to take on. Check out their deals and oers over the summer holidays for an inside and fun activity with the kids. LEGO® Summer of Play at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Manchester - 12 July - 7 SeptThis event includes various activities like build challenges, a DJ GoodVibes dance party, and chances to meet LEGO characters. Sea Life Manchester - Open daily Th aquarium houses 15 discovery zones with a massive 5,000 amazing sea creatures. The displays are perfect for children and there is normally a quiz sheet to ll in on tour visit to encourage reading the information and nding out the answers.Junkyard Golf Manchester and Liverpool city centre - Family Tickets from £25 before 6pm (Sun-Thurs)!INSIDE INSIDE ACTIVITIES ACTIVITIES THE CROCKY TRAILTHE CROCKY TRAILSlide, balance, play football, and go exploring the trail. Cafe on site or take a picnic. Free parking. Get 10% O tickets using this QR code

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40Make A Splash at Alderford LakeEnjoy the hot weather and get on the water with canoe, kayak, and paddleboard hire!Bringing your own equipment? Take advantage of the self-launch option and glide across the water at your own pace. Alderford’s Escape Islands These are Escape Room’s like you have never experience before. Take a voyage across the lake to uncover mysteries and nd your way back to shore.A totally outdoor experience that’s only for the brave hearted.Aqua Park Their Aquapark is a thrilling playground on the water.Brereton Bear Festival - 12 Jul - 31 AugFind bears in gardens, on rooftops, in trees in fact anywhere where they can be seen from the road! Programmes (£7) are available at Church, School, The Bear’s Head, Pear Tree Shop. Wilmslow Bioblitz - Sat 9 AugJoin experts discovering the birds, wildowers, minibeasts and water life that can be found within the park. Drop-in activities for Age 5+Brimstage Farm & Maze - 19 Jul – 30 AugThis year Brimstage Farm have gone ‘back to our roots’ with a really lovely ‘farming’ theme to the site. With a giant maize maze, games and play equipment. Fun and Games at Beeston Castle and Woodland Park - 19 Jul - 31 Aug 10am-5pmFrom soft play and mini golf to archery and den building, there’s all sorts of fun to be had all through the school holidays.The Great Northern Giant Summer Sandpit - 13 July - 31 AugFREE to visit - With 50 tonnes of sand, some wooden logs to sit on and play with and buckets and spades to borrow, it’s the perfect place to stop o.Kids go FREE at Cholmondeley Castle Gardens - 19 Jul - 31 Aug Pick up your free children’s Find & Seek booklet upon arrival and embark on a nature quest: spot butteries, identify owers, listen for birdsong.The Great Woodland Adventure at RHS Garden Bridgewater - 23 Jul – 31 AugHead to the woodland basecamp for six weeks of hands-on fun and outdoor challenges, from epic den building and forest school workshops to woodland crafts, tree climbing, re making and much more. With family trails, explorer walks and storytime for little adventurers, too. Summer escape hunt. Habitat trail. The Big Den Build (age 4+). Dreamcatcher crafts (age 3+). Sunower planting (age 3+). Wild Wings: Birds of prey encounters (age 5+) . Tree climbing (age 6+). Little explorers: Wildlife spotting walk (age 2-6)Zog’s 15th Anniversary at Warwick Castle - All Summer 10am - 5pmBrand New Show for 2025 “Zog and the Flying Doctor”Wars of the Roses Live! Jousting Spectacular. The Falconer’s Quest: The UK’s largest bird of prey display returns with over 60 stunning birds. Zog: Enjoy the Zog Playland, Zog Live Show, and Zog and the Quest for the Gold Star Interactive Trail. The Trebuchet: Witness Britain’s largest siege machine up close in person. Princess Tower: Immersive, magical storytelling for young knights and princesses. Horrible Histories Maze: Get lost in time with history’s best (and worst!) momentsBook Here - daysoutandmealsout.com/warwickcastlesummer2025Applejacks Adventure Farm - Open Daily 40% O Tickets all Summer at Applejacks Adventure Farm Use code SOCIAL40 for 40% o your online booking!Including giant Maize Maze, disco, foam party, haybail ride, jumping pillows, zip lines, drop slides, huge playground, archery plus loads more BeWILDerwood CheshireAdventure play in the woods. From storytelling, puzzling park trails, puppet shows and lots of craft making activities. There’s oodles of fun things to do!Wondrous Trees at National Arboretum Staordshire - 19 Jul - 31 Aug 10am - 5pmFREE - Let the stories, science and sounds of the Arboretum’s trees inspire you as you discover the importance of the trees, their connection with humans and the wildlife that calls our woodland habitats their home. With activities including: Music Making Workshops. B’Opera presents: Alice and the Library Tree - 3-5 years. Interactive Storytelling. Arts and CraftsThe British Ironworks Centre - Open Tue- Sat 10-4 ( 9am on Sat)Massive outside sculpture museum with shop, cafe, playground and fun trails for children. Always a fun place to visit and Children are free all day, every day. Summer at Chatsworth Estate - 19 Jul – 7 SeptFrom Garden Olympics and face painting to cuddling guinea pigs and craft activities. Buttery Week: 28 July - 3 Aug • Tree Week: 4 - 10 Aug • Flower Week: 11 - 17 Aug • Get Active Week: 18 - 24 AugSummer Fest at Otterspool Adventure - 21 July – 31 Aug 10am - 6pmGet ready for the best summer festival yet! With bouncing pillows, crazy golf, lots of play equipment and a brand new big beach. Camp Knowsley at Knowsley Safari - 4 - 31 Aug A mix of drop-in and scheduled activities, all designed to get you stuck into nature, learn survival skills and get wild creativity. Traditional Fire Lighting . Make Your Own Survival Bracelet. Stone Age Tool Crafting. The Bushtucker Challenge. Shelter Building & Camp Cooking. Wilderness First Aid. Nature Walks & Land ArtSummer Fair at The Traord Centre - 19 July - 31 AugGiant Beach, Splash Park and 20 Fairground rides are back outside the Traord Centre for the summer.Tickets £3.50 on gate or £3.30 online. Ride tokens are £1 each. New for 2025 is the Summer Activity Zone – an undercover tent area complete with free, hands-on crafting activities designed especially for kids. Each week brings a new theme packed with imagination, colour, and funEXPLORING THE EXPLORING THE OUTDOORSOUTDOORSSummer Workshops at Catalyst Science & Discovery - 19 July - 31 Aug As well as visiting the interactive science museum, they have all these extra workshops on which are all £2.75pp• Catalyst Cluedo! - 19th Jul - 1st AugTake part in our forensics workshop to see if you can solve the crime.• Making Scents of Smells - 26th Jul - 8th AugTest your own sense of smell, make a fragrant solid perfume and sni a scent from space.• Operation Earth Show - 2nd - 15th AugBecome a trainee environmental scientist and help us investigate Earthy’s land, air and oceans.• Sun Protection Scientists - 9th - 22nd AugCarry out your own investigations to nd out just how important sun protection really is• Bubble Trouble - 16th – 31st AugCome and learn how to make super sized bubbles• Explore Your Universe Show 23rd - 31st AugWith demonstrations including a plasma ball and a thermal imaging cameraTitanic Exhibition: Manchester – 31 July - 24 AugExplore the Titanic story as you’ve never seen before. Combining unique immersive experiences with genuine artefacts. Follow the Titanic’s journey from the Harland and Wol Shipyard in Belfast, through its fateful voyage and sinking, to its rediscovery at the bottom of the Atlantic and the legacy it leaves today.The Cat That Slept for a Thousand Years at Manchester Museum - l9 July -14 SeptTheir programme of family activities inspired by all the cats around the museum, dreams and imagination take centre stage! Created with creative robotics studio Air Giants, this 10-metre-long inatable robotic feline moves, shimmers with light and projects its dreams; inviting visitors of all ages to explore, interact and reect on connection and care. Salford Museum & Art Gallery - 23 July - 29 AugEnjoy a summer lled with Victorian-themed fun, hands-on workshops, and exciting activities for all ages! Make a bookmark, make a Kaleidoscope, Make a Worry Doll and lots moreSick to Death Museum Chester - Open Daily Learn all about the history of medicine. A playground of plague with a smatter of splatter, and a chance to poke into our medical past. Meet the Grim Reaper and Asclepius, the ancient Greek God of medicine as they guide you through the weird and wonderful history of medicine.Deva Roman Experience Chester - Open Daily Experience life as a Roman arriving in a strange and distant land and discover what it was like for those living here in the fortress of DEVA long ago. Discover the hidden history of Chester that lies beneath your very feet, by visiting the archaeological site, and witness 2000 years of history as never shown before! Free holiday programme at Museum of Science & Industry - 19 July – 31 AugExplore how brilliant our bodies really are with a jam-packed summer programme inspired by their exhibition, Operation Ouch! Brains, Bogies and You.Uncover the mysteries of the human brain in our brand-new science show and discover how things are not always as they seem with fascinating optical illusions, mind-bending games and curious challenges to test the whole family.Get stuck in at the Bogie Lab and make your own pot of surprising snot to take home. Get up close to sticky substances and discover how this magical mucus protects our bodies.Take your senses for a spin at the silent disco and explore how our bodies respond to sound.Operation Ouch! Brains, Bogies and You at Manchester Museum of Science & Industry - 14 Feb 2025 - 4 Jan 2026Get ready for a brand-new adventure of super-sized science and brilliant biology with Operation Ouch! Brains, Bogies and You.Xplore! Science Discovery Centre With more than 85 exhibits to enjoy and an interactive live-science show Xplore! really is the place where science lives.Norton Priory Museum & Gardens • Relaxed Norton - An Autism-Friendly Afternoon - 7th Aug• Halton Libraries Storytelling - 29 July, 12 & 26 AugustJoin Halton Libraries as they share stories celebrating nature and the great outdoors.• Medieval Weekend - 9 - 10 Aug See an exciting battle on the event eld where medieval knights and soldiers attack the palisades with siege engines and 12th century weaponry. In between acts, explore our dynamic living history encampment to see the clothes, food, crafts and skills of every day medieval life.Silk Museum Maccleseld Over the summer there are lots of workshops you can book onto at the museum. These include: Family Silk Experience, Free Craft Thursdays, Story & Crafts for younger visitors, Teen Art Sessions - Gothic Embroidery, Lino Printing Text, Clay & Paint Family Art Course MUSEUMS & MUSEUMS & SCIENCE SCIENCE

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Make A Splash at Alderford LakeEnjoy the hot weather and get on the water with canoe, kayak, and paddleboard hire!Bringing your own equipment? Take advantage of the self-launch option and glide across the water at your own pace. Alderford’s Escape Islands These are Escape Room’s like you have never experience before. Take a voyage across the lake to uncover mysteries and nd your way back to shore.A totally outdoor experience that’s only for the brave hearted.Aqua Park Their Aquapark is a thrilling playground on the water.Brereton Bear Festival - 12 Jul - 31 AugFind bears in gardens, on rooftops, in trees in fact anywhere where they can be seen from the road! Programmes (£7) are available at Church, School, The Bear’s Head, Pear Tree Shop. Wilmslow Bioblitz - Sat 9 AugJoin experts discovering the birds, wildowers, minibeasts and water life that can be found within the park. Drop-in activities for Age 5+Brimstage Farm & Maze - 19 Jul – 30 AugThis year Brimstage Farm have gone ‘back to our roots’ with a really lovely ‘farming’ theme to the site. With a giant maize maze, games and play equipment. Fun and Games at Beeston Castle and Woodland Park - 19 Jul - 31 Aug 10am-5pmFrom soft play and mini golf to archery and den building, there’s all sorts of fun to be had all through the school holidays.The Great Northern Giant Summer Sandpit - 13 July - 31 AugFREE to visit - With 50 tonnes of sand, some wooden logs to sit on and play with and buckets and spades to borrow, it’s the perfect place to stop o.Kids go FREE at Cholmondeley Castle Gardens - 19 Jul - 31 Aug Pick up your free children’s Find & Seek booklet upon arrival and embark on a nature quest: spot butteries, identify owers, listen for birdsong.The Great Woodland Adventure at RHS Garden Bridgewater - 23 Jul – 31 AugHead to the woodland basecamp for six weeks of hands-on fun and outdoor challenges, from epic den building and forest school workshops to woodland crafts, tree climbing, re making and much more. With family trails, explorer walks and storytime for little adventurers, too. Summer escape hunt. Habitat trail. The Big Den Build (age 4+). Dreamcatcher crafts (age 3+). Sunower planting (age 3+). Wild Wings: Birds of prey encounters (age 5+) . Tree climbing (age 6+). Little explorers: Wildlife spotting walk (age 2-6)Zog’s 15th Anniversary at Warwick Castle - All Summer 10am - 5pmBrand New Show for 2025 “Zog and the Flying Doctor”Wars of the Roses Live! Jousting Spectacular. The Falconer’s Quest: The UK’s largest bird of prey display returns with over 60 stunning birds. Zog: Enjoy the Zog Playland, Zog Live Show, and Zog and the Quest for the Gold Star Interactive Trail. The Trebuchet: Witness Britain’s largest siege machine up close in person. Princess Tower: Immersive, magical storytelling for young knights and princesses. Horrible Histories Maze: Get lost in time with history’s best (and worst!) momentsBook Here - daysoutandmealsout.com/warwickcastlesummer2025Applejacks Adventure Farm - Open Daily 40% O Tickets all Summer at Applejacks Adventure Farm Use code SOCIAL40 for 40% o your online booking!Including giant Maize Maze, disco, foam party, haybail ride, jumping pillows, zip lines, drop slides, huge playground, archery plus loads more BeWILDerwood CheshireAdventure play in the woods. From storytelling, puzzling park trails, puppet shows and lots of craft making activities. There’s oodles of fun things to do!Wondrous Trees at National Arboretum Staordshire - 19 Jul - 31 Aug 10am - 5pmFREE - Let the stories, science and sounds of the Arboretum’s trees inspire you as you discover the importance of the trees, their connection with humans and the wildlife that calls our woodland habitats their home. With activities including: Music Making Workshops. B’Opera presents: Alice and the Library Tree - 3-5 years. Interactive Storytelling. Arts and CraftsThe British Ironworks Centre - Open Tue- Sat 10-4 ( 9am on Sat)Massive outside sculpture museum with shop, cafe, playground and fun trails for children. Always a fun place to visit and Children are free all day, every day. Summer at Chatsworth Estate - 19 Jul – 7 SeptFrom Garden Olympics and face painting to cuddling guinea pigs and craft activities. Buttery Week: 28 July - 3 Aug • Tree Week: 4 - 10 Aug • Flower Week: 11 - 17 Aug • Get Active Week: 18 - 24 AugSummer Fest at Otterspool Adventure - 21 July – 31 Aug 10am - 6pmGet ready for the best summer festival yet! With bouncing pillows, crazy golf, lots of play equipment and a brand new big beach. Camp Knowsley at Knowsley Safari - 4 - 31 Aug A mix of drop-in and scheduled activities, all designed to get you stuck into nature, learn survival skills and get wild creativity. Traditional Fire Lighting . Make Your Own Survival Bracelet. Stone Age Tool Crafting. The Bushtucker Challenge. Shelter Building & Camp Cooking. Wilderness First Aid. Nature Walks & Land ArtSummer Fair at The Traord Centre - 19 July - 31 AugGiant Beach, Splash Park and 20 Fairground rides are back outside the Traord Centre for the summer.Tickets £3.50 on gate or £3.30 online. Ride tokens are £1 each. New for 2025 is the Summer Activity Zone – an undercover tent area complete with free, hands-on crafting activities designed especially for kids. Each week brings a new theme packed with imagination, colour, and funEXPLORING THE EXPLORING THE OUTDOORSOUTDOORSSummer Workshops at Catalyst Science & Discovery - 19 July - 31 Aug As well as visiting the interactive science museum, they have all these extra workshops on which are all £2.75pp• Catalyst Cluedo! - 19th Jul - 1st AugTake part in our forensics workshop to see if you can solve the crime.• Making Scents of Smells - 26th Jul - 8th AugTest your own sense of smell, make a fragrant solid perfume and sni a scent from space.• Operation Earth Show - 2nd - 15th AugBecome a trainee environmental scientist and help us investigate Earthy’s land, air and oceans.• Sun Protection Scientists - 9th - 22nd AugCarry out your own investigations to nd out just how important sun protection really is• Bubble Trouble - 16th – 31st AugCome and learn how to make super sized bubbles• Explore Your Universe Show 23rd - 31st AugWith demonstrations including a plasma ball and a thermal imaging cameraTitanic Exhibition: Manchester – 31 July - 24 AugExplore the Titanic story as you’ve never seen before. Combining unique immersive experiences with genuine artefacts. Follow the Titanic’s journey from the Harland and Wol Shipyard in Belfast, through its fateful voyage and sinking, to its rediscovery at the bottom of the Atlantic and the legacy it leaves today.The Cat That Slept for a Thousand Years at Manchester Museum - l9 July -14 SeptTheir programme of family activities inspired by all the cats around the museum, dreams and imagination take centre stage! Created with creative robotics studio Air Giants, this 10-metre-long inatable robotic feline moves, shimmers with light and projects its dreams; inviting visitors of all ages to explore, interact and reect on connection and care. Salford Museum & Art Gallery - 23 July - 29 AugEnjoy a summer lled with Victorian-themed fun, hands-on workshops, and exciting activities for all ages! Make a bookmark, make a Kaleidoscope, Make a Worry Doll and lots moreSick to Death Museum Chester - Open Daily Learn all about the history of medicine. A playground of plague with a smatter of splatter, and a chance to poke into our medical past. Meet the Grim Reaper and Asclepius, the ancient Greek God of medicine as they guide you through the weird and wonderful history of medicine.Deva Roman Experience Chester - Open Daily Experience life as a Roman arriving in a strange and distant land and discover what it was like for those living here in the fortress of DEVA long ago. Discover the hidden history of Chester that lies beneath your very feet, by visiting the archaeological site, and witness 2000 years of history as never shown before! Free holiday programme at Museum of Science & Industry - 19 July – 31 AugExplore how brilliant our bodies really are with a jam-packed summer programme inspired by their exhibition, Operation Ouch! Brains, Bogies and You.Uncover the mysteries of the human brain in our brand-new science show and discover how things are not always as they seem with fascinating optical illusions, mind-bending games and curious challenges to test the whole family.Get stuck in at the Bogie Lab and make your own pot of surprising snot to take home. Get up close to sticky substances and discover how this magical mucus protects our bodies.Take your senses for a spin at the silent disco and explore how our bodies respond to sound.Operation Ouch! Brains, Bogies and You at Manchester Museum of Science & Industry - 14 Feb 2025 - 4 Jan 2026Get ready for a brand-new adventure of super-sized science and brilliant biology with Operation Ouch! Brains, Bogies and You.Xplore! Science Discovery Centre With more than 85 exhibits to enjoy and an interactive live-science show Xplore! really is the place where science lives.Norton Priory Museum & Gardens • Relaxed Norton - An Autism-Friendly Afternoon - 7th Aug• Halton Libraries Storytelling - 29 July, 12 & 26 AugustJoin Halton Libraries as they share stories celebrating nature and the great outdoors.• Medieval Weekend - 9 - 10 Aug See an exciting battle on the event eld where medieval knights and soldiers attack the palisades with siege engines and 12th century weaponry. In between acts, explore our dynamic living history encampment to see the clothes, food, crafts and skills of every day medieval life.Silk Museum Maccleseld Over the summer there are lots of workshops you can book onto at the museum. These include: Family Silk Experience, Free Craft Thursdays, Story & Crafts for younger visitors, Teen Art Sessions - Gothic Embroidery, Lino Printing Text, Clay & Paint Family Art Course MUSEUMS & MUSEUMS & SCIENCE SCIENCE

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42Fiesta on the Field in Middlewich at Middlewich Cricket Club - 24th Aug Live music, top tribute acts, food, drinks & festival vibes! BELLA GRANDE – Ariana Grande tribute • DAN AS ED – Ed Sheeran tribute • TAYLORED SWIFT – Taylor Swift tribute • SAM OFFENDER – Sam Fender tribute • HE’S THE ONE – Robbie Williams tribute • RULE THE WORLD – Take That tribute. Middlewich Cricket ClubHopley House Fun Day - 10th Aug Dog Show, Mini Fairground & Mini Farm on the eld at Hopley House.With a HUGE soft play trailer, small big wheel, and no fairground is complete without the tea cups. At the Mini farm, you can meet the goats, sheep and bunnysSt Annes Kite Festival 29-31 AugFREE - The skies above St Anne’s seafront will be awash with colour as fabulous display kites take to the air on the beach adjacent to the pier. There is a planned illuminated kite ying evening on 29th Aug. There will be a fairground on the beach, live music, entertainment and stalls on the Promenade. Family Fun Day at Chester Races - Sun 3rd AugFrom inatable play zones to craft activities and music workshops, there’s something for everyone, and best of all... all activities are FREE! Plus, kids 17 & under go FREE tooDeva Fest Cholmondeley Castle - 7 – 10 AugA family-friendly four-day extravaganza of music, comedy, camping, family entertainment, including the popular free-to-ride fairground, and fabulous handpicked food & drink stalls. With acts including Gloria Gaynor, Happy Mondays and DJ and producer Sigala. The Heaton Park Food & Drink Festival - 2 & 3 Aug Their Largest Ever Food & Drink Line-Up with all new entertainment, Top chefs from Manchester and Evening live music tributes. Bolton Food and Drink Festival - 22 Aug - 25 AugThe town will transform into a buzzing hub of global cuisine, live entertainment, and family fun, with more than 180 vendors serving up everything from artisan bakes to sizzling street food.Festa Italiana Manchester - 22 - 24 AugustIt is a free, weekend-long celebration of all things Italian. The Festa is all about the community coming together to socialise, enjoy beautiful food, delectable drinks and live music.Warrington Mela - 31 AugThe leading outdoor multi-cultural festival of free street theatre, dance, music, food and colliding cultures is returning to Warrington. The event will take place in Palmyra Square and Time Square Warrington. Chester Pride - 16 Aug Celebrating diversity and the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender + community and is a free event celebrating equality and diversity in the heart of Chester.The Nantwich Show - 30 JulyFrom thrilling BMX bike displays and a climbing wall to gun dog demonstrations and a family treasure hunt. Explore impressive livestock competitions, enjoy live music and entertainment, and take part in a range of family-friendly activities. With local food, craft stalls, and plenty of competitions. Tatton Park VW Show - 3 Aug The largest gathering of Volkswagens, both air and water-cooled, in the North of England, from Beetles to Golfs, Beach Buggies to Camper Vans returns to Tatton Park this summer.Family Pride Manchester - 23 AugEvents that oer children and families a friendly space to meet, connect and celebrate pride in a way that’s designed just for them.Blackpool Air Show - 9 & 10 AugFeaturing displays from the Red Arrows, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, and the Typhoon ghter jet, among others. The airshow is a free, family-friendly event held on the Blackpool PromenadeHappy Place Festival with Fern Cotton – 30 & 31 Aug Happy Place Festival is the perfect place to immerse yourself in thought-provoking talks, discussions, and panels which take place on the Talk Stage. Medieval Weekend at Norton Priory - 9 & 10 AugSee an exciting battle on the event eld where medieval knights and soldiers attack the palisades with siege engines and 12th century weaponry. In between acts, explore our dynamic living history encampment to see the clothes, food, crafts and skills of every day medieval life. Chatsworth Country Fair - 29 –31 AugFeaturing grand ring displays in the air and on land, demos from celebrity chefs plus family entertainment.FESTIVALS, SHOWS & FAMILY FUN DAYSFESTIVALS, SHOWS & FAMILY FUN DAYS‘We’re Going on a Bear Hunt’ at Tatton Park - 19 July - 7 Sept Tatton park has teamed up with Wild in Art to create an outdoor arts trail based on the beloved children’s story. Set o on the hunt for eight bear sculptures in the gardens, with two more at the farm. The sculptures have been designed by artists for Wild in Art, and are inspired by the classic tale by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury.Summer of play at Quarry Bank Mill - 19 July – 1 Sept • Fourth Floor Play Hub – with soft play, fancy dress, puppet shows, giant board games• Mill Meadow – Explore, build and create with nature bingo, loose parts play, and a maze• Discovery Zone – Craft, play and enjoy traditional games• Magic Mondays Spellbinding storytelling with Histrionics – tales told throughout the day.• Travel Tuesdays Become a pirate for the day • Woodland Wednesdays Head outdoors for den building and minibeast hunts in the woods.• Theatre Thursdays Get dramatic with theatre games and prop-making • Fitness Fridays Ready, steady, go! Take on Sports Day classics and our fun obstacle course.• Wild Weekends • Saturday – Zoolab Encounters Meet marvellous creatures up close *Prebook• Sundays – Nature Crafts & Scavenger HuntsSummer of Play at Biddulph Grange - 19 July - 31 Aug Throughout the garden, there will be a variety of dierent games and activities. With racquet games on the Tennis Lawn, bowls on the Bowling Green, super-sized games near the Geological Gallery Summer of Adventures at Tatton Park Farm - 22 July – 22 AugHead down to the farm for a fun-lled day out! From getting up close and personal with all your farmyard favourites to delicious cookery demonstrations.• Sweeten your summer with our honey-themed Taster Tuesdays.• Planet Friendly Fridays: Get hands-on with science and sustainability.Summer of play at Hare Hill National Trust - 19 July – 31 AugWater Wonders Trail ‘Where does it come from, where does it go, explore the journey of H2O!’ Go with the ow and follow the self-led trail though the gardens at Hare Hill.Summer of Play Dunham Massey - 19 July – 31 Aug • Movement Mondays - Balance & bend in a yoga workshop or bust a move with break dancing.• Circus Tuesdays - have a go at circus skills workshops with local partners The Circus House.• Wordy Wednesdays - Curl up with a story from our pop-up book nook• Arty Thursdays - Have fun with foliage and owers• Fancy Dress Fridays - Come along in your favourite fancy dress• Storytelling Sat & Sun - Join one of the storytellers for an immersive adventure of the imaginationSummer of Play at Speke Hall - 21 July - 31 AugShare the joy of play with a wide range of activities, challenges and magical moments. Making mud pies, running races, opportunities to build and create and getting cosy with a good book. Summer of play at Lyme Park National Trust - 18 July – 7 SeptIn the house: Recreate Thomas Legh’s travels through Egypt with shadow puppets, brave crocodile-infested waters and camp under the shadows of the pyramids.In the Garden: Visit one of Meryton’s shops on the West Terrace, get creative at the outdoor weaving stations, hop and jump along the obstacle course, perform on stage, or dance at the Nethereld Ball on the Top Lawn.At the Mill Pond (Thurs only): make a splash and discover the moorland through games and interactive activities.At the Boiler House: Attend the Riverlands Silent Pond Disco, curl up with a book in the nature reading corner and play nature-themed board games.Summer of Play Shugborough Estate -12 July - 7 Sept Set sail on the haybale ship ‘HMS Shugborough’, and toddler sized haybale tugboat, explore the play hub complete with sandpits, maze and outdoor games. With a weekly calendar of activities including yoga, tree climbing and disc golf there is plenty to see and do.Ben Plants a Buttery Garden Storybook Trail - 25 June - 7 Sept Join beloved Kate Petty and Axel Scheer character Ben, on his journey to grow a buttery garden. Summer of Play: Past Playdays at Little Moreton Hall - 19 July - 31 AugHave fun exploring our blast from the past self-led trail of play! Travel through time, without the need for a time machine, from Tudor to present day, as you delve into the history of games in the outdoors. Will you come across a familiar favourite or discover a new game to give a go?Summer of Play at The Children’s Country House - 25 July - 1 Sept Take part in a variety of themed play zones designed for hands-on, interactive fun that’s ideal for the young and the young-at-heart. Plus, the Hall and Museum of Childhood will be open dailySUMMER OF SUMMER OF PLAY AT PLAY AT NATIONAL NATIONAL TRUSTSTRUSTS

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43Fiesta on the Field in Middlewich at Middlewich Cricket Club - 24th Aug Live music, top tribute acts, food, drinks & festival vibes! BELLA GRANDE – Ariana Grande tribute • DAN AS ED – Ed Sheeran tribute • TAYLORED SWIFT – Taylor Swift tribute • SAM OFFENDER – Sam Fender tribute • HE’S THE ONE – Robbie Williams tribute • RULE THE WORLD – Take That tribute. Middlewich Cricket ClubHopley House Fun Day - 10th Aug Dog Show, Mini Fairground & Mini Farm on the eld at Hopley House.With a HUGE soft play trailer, small big wheel, and no fairground is complete without the tea cups. At the Mini farm, you can meet the goats, sheep and bunnysSt Annes Kite Festival 29-31 AugFREE - The skies above St Anne’s seafront will be awash with colour as fabulous display kites take to the air on the beach adjacent to the pier. There is a planned illuminated kite ying evening on 29th Aug. There will be a fairground on the beach, live music, entertainment and stalls on the Promenade. Family Fun Day at Chester Races - Sun 3rd AugFrom inatable play zones to craft activities and music workshops, there’s something for everyone, and best of all... all activities are FREE! Plus, kids 17 & under go FREE tooDeva Fest Cholmondeley Castle - 7 – 10 AugA family-friendly four-day extravaganza of music, comedy, camping, family entertainment, including the popular free-to-ride fairground, and fabulous handpicked food & drink stalls. With acts including Gloria Gaynor, Happy Mondays and DJ and producer Sigala. The Heaton Park Food & Drink Festival - 2 & 3 Aug Their Largest Ever Food & Drink Line-Up with all new entertainment, Top chefs from Manchester and Evening live music tributes. Bolton Food and Drink Festival - 22 Aug - 25 AugThe town will transform into a buzzing hub of global cuisine, live entertainment, and family fun, with more than 180 vendors serving up everything from artisan bakes to sizzling street food.Festa Italiana Manchester - 22 - 24 AugustIt is a free, weekend-long celebration of all things Italian. The Festa is all about the community coming together to socialise, enjoy beautiful food, delectable drinks and live music.Warrington Mela - 31 AugThe leading outdoor multi-cultural festival of free street theatre, dance, music, food and colliding cultures is returning to Warrington. The event will take place in Palmyra Square and Time Square Warrington. Chester Pride - 16 Aug Celebrating diversity and the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender + community and is a free event celebrating equality and diversity in the heart of Chester.The Nantwich Show - 30 JulyFrom thrilling BMX bike displays and a climbing wall to gun dog demonstrations and a family treasure hunt. Explore impressive livestock competitions, enjoy live music and entertainment, and take part in a range of family-friendly activities. With local food, craft stalls, and plenty of competitions. Tatton Park VW Show - 3 Aug The largest gathering of Volkswagens, both air and water-cooled, in the North of England, from Beetles to Golfs, Beach Buggies to Camper Vans returns to Tatton Park this summer.Family Pride Manchester - 23 AugEvents that oer children and families a friendly space to meet, connect and celebrate pride in a way that’s designed just for them.Blackpool Air Show - 9 & 10 AugFeaturing displays from the Red Arrows, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, and the Typhoon ghter jet, among others. The airshow is a free, family-friendly event held on the Blackpool PromenadeHappy Place Festival with Fern Cotton – 30 & 31 Aug Happy Place Festival is the perfect place to immerse yourself in thought-provoking talks, discussions, and panels which take place on the Talk Stage. Medieval Weekend at Norton Priory - 9 & 10 AugSee an exciting battle on the event eld where medieval knights and soldiers attack the palisades with siege engines and 12th century weaponry. In between acts, explore our dynamic living history encampment to see the clothes, food, crafts and skills of every day medieval life. Chatsworth Country Fair - 29 –31 AugFeaturing grand ring displays in the air and on land, demos from celebrity chefs plus family entertainment.FESTIVALS, SHOWS & FAMILY FUN DAYSFESTIVALS, SHOWS & FAMILY FUN DAYS‘We’re Going on a Bear Hunt’ at Tatton Park - 19 July - 7 Sept Tatton park has teamed up with Wild in Art to create an outdoor arts trail based on the beloved children’s story. Set o on the hunt for eight bear sculptures in the gardens, with two more at the farm. The sculptures have been designed by artists for Wild in Art, and are inspired by the classic tale by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury.Summer of play at Quarry Bank Mill - 19 July – 1 Sept • Fourth Floor Play Hub – with soft play, fancy dress, puppet shows, giant board games• Mill Meadow – Explore, build and create with nature bingo, loose parts play, and a maze• Discovery Zone – Craft, play and enjoy traditional games• Magic Mondays Spellbinding storytelling with Histrionics – tales told throughout the day.• Travel Tuesdays Become a pirate for the day • Woodland Wednesdays Head outdoors for den building and minibeast hunts in the woods.• Theatre Thursdays Get dramatic with theatre games and prop-making • Fitness Fridays Ready, steady, go! Take on Sports Day classics and our fun obstacle course.• Wild Weekends • Saturday – Zoolab Encounters Meet marvellous creatures up close *Prebook• Sundays – Nature Crafts & Scavenger HuntsSummer of Play at Biddulph Grange - 19 July - 31 Aug Throughout the garden, there will be a variety of dierent games and activities. With racquet games on the Tennis Lawn, bowls on the Bowling Green, super-sized games near the Geological Gallery Summer of Adventures at Tatton Park Farm - 22 July – 22 AugHead down to the farm for a fun-lled day out! From getting up close and personal with all your farmyard favourites to delicious cookery demonstrations.• Sweeten your summer with our honey-themed Taster Tuesdays.• Planet Friendly Fridays: Get hands-on with science and sustainability.Summer of play at Hare Hill National Trust - 19 July – 31 AugWater Wonders Trail ‘Where does it come from, where does it go, explore the journey of H2O!’ Go with the ow and follow the self-led trail though the gardens at Hare Hill.Summer of Play Dunham Massey - 19 July – 31 Aug • Movement Mondays - Balance & bend in a yoga workshop or bust a move with break dancing.• Circus Tuesdays - have a go at circus skills workshops with local partners The Circus House.• Wordy Wednesdays - Curl up with a story from our pop-up book nook• Arty Thursdays - Have fun with foliage and owers• Fancy Dress Fridays - Come along in your favourite fancy dress• Storytelling Sat & Sun - Join one of the storytellers for an immersive adventure of the imaginationSummer of Play at Speke Hall - 21 July - 31 AugShare the joy of play with a wide range of activities, challenges and magical moments. Making mud pies, running races, opportunities to build and create and getting cosy with a good book. Summer of play at Lyme Park National Trust - 18 July – 7 SeptIn the house: Recreate Thomas Legh’s travels through Egypt with shadow puppets, brave crocodile-infested waters and camp under the shadows of the pyramids.In the Garden: Visit one of Meryton’s shops on the West Terrace, get creative at the outdoor weaving stations, hop and jump along the obstacle course, perform on stage, or dance at the Nethereld Ball on the Top Lawn.At the Mill Pond (Thurs only): make a splash and discover the moorland through games and interactive activities.At the Boiler House: Attend the Riverlands Silent Pond Disco, curl up with a book in the nature reading corner and play nature-themed board games.Summer of Play Shugborough Estate -12 July - 7 Sept Set sail on the haybale ship ‘HMS Shugborough’, and toddler sized haybale tugboat, explore the play hub complete with sandpits, maze and outdoor games. With a weekly calendar of activities including yoga, tree climbing and disc golf there is plenty to see and do.Ben Plants a Buttery Garden Storybook Trail - 25 June - 7 Sept Join beloved Kate Petty and Axel Scheer character Ben, on his journey to grow a buttery garden. Summer of Play: Past Playdays at Little Moreton Hall - 19 July - 31 AugHave fun exploring our blast from the past self-led trail of play! Travel through time, without the need for a time machine, from Tudor to present day, as you delve into the history of games in the outdoors. Will you come across a familiar favourite or discover a new game to give a go?Summer of Play at The Children’s Country House - 25 July - 1 Sept Take part in a variety of themed play zones designed for hands-on, interactive fun that’s ideal for the young and the young-at-heart. Plus, the Hall and Museum of Childhood will be open dailySUMMER OF SUMMER OF PLAY AT PLAY AT NATIONAL NATIONAL TRUSTSTRUSTS

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44SmileyWorld® Art Trail in Stockport 4 July – 15 Sept FREE - Stockport has been transformed into a playful outdoor gallery as the SmileyWorld® Art Trail takes over the town centre with a colourful collection of quirky, fun and exciting sculptures, each inspired by the SmileyWorld® icons. Brought to you by Wild in Art. Stick Man Trail at Delamere Forest - everydayHead to Delamere Forest to have fun doing the Stick Man activity trail where families can follow the beloved character on his journey back to the family tree. Trail is a 1.5 mileStick Man trail activity pack £4 from visitor centreThe Grualo’s 25th birthday trail at Delamere Forest - everydayA trail pack is available to buy on-site for just £4. These include a festive party headband to get you into the party spirit, an activity leaet for curious minds, stickers, pencils and crayons to get creative, and a woven Grualo sew-on patch.The Stick Man Outdoor Trail at National Arboretum - Open Daily Their Stick Man trail follows the adventures of The Stick Man* as he tries to get home to his Family Tree. Pick up a FREE self-led trail sheet on arrival at the Welcome Desk and head out into the Arboretum grounds to explore the, fully accessible, one mile route. Along the way you’ll be able to spot fun character carvings, including Stick Man himself!Hawkstone Follies Visit the Hawkstone Park Follies and take part in their Enchanted trail all around Park. With Fairies, Trolls and caves galore! Their fun interactive trail is an additional £1 per participating child on top of general admission.PERFECT FOR LITTLE ONESPERFECT FOR LITTLE ONESMini Land Rover Track Experience at Bidlea Dairy - Every weekend in July & every day in Aug 10am - 3pmTurn up and let your little ones have a go driving around the specially made track at Bidlea. Drivers: 4-10 years. Passengers: 2 - 4 years. 2 Laps - £7 - 4 Laps - £10Track Fest is back for the Summer HolidaysTrack Fest have over 30 tracks and fun activities • Sandbach Masonic Hall - 28-29 July, 5-6 & 21-22 Aug • Middlewich Masonic Hall - 13-14 , 25 Aug Wild Tots Play Cafe - Northwich The play cafe features a fantastic role-play café and market, plus a dedicated toddler-only area and a cosy baby sensory zone. The adventure play area encourages climbing, crawling, and plenty of imaginative play. TinyTalk Northwich & Knutsford Babysign and Toddler Talking classes over summer holiday. Communicate with your baby and promote language development with your Toddler.• Knutsford (brook street chapel) 30 July & 13 Aug • Hartford Methodist Church 5 Aug • Riverside organic15 AugEmail - Beckyjackman@tinytalk.co.uk - 07866 730975Walking Mums Cheshire Walking Mums are on a mission to ll the Summer with fun, activities to help Mums keep children (of varying ages) entertained. From mum and child tness sessions to Teddy bears picnics. There will of course also be lots of planned walks and the occasional hike too. See the website for details The Ice Cream Farm A great day out including the sand and water play, soft play barn, inatables, bouncing pillows, go karts, adventure golf and lots of free play. Don’t forget an ice cream. Wheelock Farm - Open every dayIndoor soft play, outdoor Adventure playground, bouncing pillow, cafe and farm shop. Magical Malpas PYO farm - open on select dates throughout July & AugWith a role play village with a vets, hairdressers, supermarket, emergencies, hospital, campsite, construction site, museum and much more! There are also animals to meet and a playground. Their Sunower eld with fairies and elves will be open over summer. Alice in Wonderland at Z-Arts – Open dailyAn enchanting play experience which invites families to explore Wonderland. Follow the White Rabbit into scenes from the beloved book. Make friends with the Cheshire Cat, have tea as the Mad Hatter, get lost in a card maze, and wake up back on the riverbank, just in time for tea. For ages 1 - 8Imagine That in Liverpool A fun-lled experience through four dierent zones. Play shop in the Imagination Role Play Village, then head to the Arts and Crafts area with a stop o at the outside play area. Next is the hands on Science Area and to nish your visit at the Slime Factory.CHILDREN’S CHILDREN’S TRAILS & WALKS TRAILS & WALKS Holmes Chapel Zoo - Open Daily Meet the Meerkats, Meet the Skunks, Bird Encounters & Snake Handling experiences can all be booked on to at this local small zoo at Bidlea Dairy in Cheshire Lakemore Farm ParkA great place to go with young children. It is a lovely farm park with llamas, shetland ponies, pigs, pigmy goats and more. Enjoy the indoor play area, and a small outdoor play with ride on cars, crazy golf.Farm Fiesta at Manorafon Farm Park in Abergele, North Wales - 19 July - 31 Aug It’s their big summer event with foam parties, a giant Slip ‘n’ Slide, a beach, shark rodeo (as well as load more fun in the event area) and all the usual farm park fun and Dino trail Farm Fest at Reddish Vale Farm - 1 - 11 AugWith fairground rides, children’s entertainers, inatable assault course, popcorn, glitter face painting, foam party and a beach with deck chairs. Plus, all the usual fun of the farm with animal meet and greets, the indoor sand pit, outdoor adventure play with zipwire and more.Big Summer Blow Out at Cockelds Farm - 26 Jul - 31 AugThe farm park has been fully transformed to bring you those ultimate summer vibes! With all this: • Barnyard Bingo With Prizes • Party Tractor Trailer Rides• Mini Moo-vers Indoor Rave • Festival Glitter Paint • Tiki Bar for free lemonade • plus, all the usual farm park favouritesHoo Zoo and Dinosaur WorldA family-run zoo and dinosaur park located on the outskirts of Telford. It oers a fun day out for all the family with a strong message about conservation.Afterglow at Chester Zoo 1–17 Aug 3–8pm Afterglow IS BACK with 15 nights of golden-hour adventures!Live music. Rides for all ages. Walk among life-sized dinosaurs. Pop-up performances. Street food favourites. Prizes, surprises & more! Trentham Monkey Forest60-acre woodland of which 140 free-roaming Barbary macaques call home. Visitors can walk amongst the monkeys and also observe their fascinating natural behaviours from up close!Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre - Open daily 10 -5pm You can learn all about the Shire horse, from its history carrying knights in armour to the important studwork today. With Shetland pony grooming, feeding of the Otters, Polecats, Red Foxes and Scottish Wildcats and open barn talks about the shire horses. Where’s Wallaby? At Peak Wildlife Park - 18 July- 5 Sept Somethings hopping across the Staordshire moorlands… Can YOU nd the wallabies? A free sculpture trail is here for the summer. In partnership with Outside and Wild in ArtMonopoly-inspired fun, games and wild discovery at Twycross Zoo - 19 July - 31 Aug NEW Twycross Zoo Monopoly Board Game - take home a piece of the adventure with our limited-edition Monopoly board game!Explore fun-lled activities - discover what it’s like to ‘Run Your Own Zoo’ across interactive activity stations! Collect stamps, and enjoy chances to win and save.Meet Mr. Monopoly around the zoo. Discover over 100 incredible animals. Wet & Wild Splash Pad. The Grualo Discovery LandFARMS & ZOOSFARMS & ZOOSSUNFLOWER SUNFLOWER MAZE & MAIZE MAZE & MAIZE MAZE MAZE Maize Maze at Kenyon Hall Farm - Open Mid July Navigate the towering circus themed maize crop to nd the hidden characters. Fruit Picking - There is lots to pick at Kenyon Hall Farm, including strawberries, blackcurrants, blackberries.Sunower Maze at Dunham Massey Ice Cream Farm - Open Late July - Sept Characters to nd with in the maze using a trail sheetSunower Maze at Great Budworth Ice Cream Farm - Open Late July A fun Sunower Maze with a trail sheet. Afterwards meet some of the goats and have an ice cream at the cafe.Sunower Maze at The Hayloft Cheshire - Open Now £5 per person including prizes and 2 free sunower stems.Alongside the miniature railway and our delicious coee shopCrewe Green Sunowers - Open end of July This year they’ve got a second eld with dwarf owers, plus more play equipment with a new swings and activities. Plus beautiful Wildowers. £10 per car/family including one bunch of PYO (up to 7 stems) & £5 for additional bunchesLibbys Sunower Patch - Opening late July They’ve sown a beautiful mix of full-size giants and cute dwarf sunowers – with hundreds of thousands blooming their way towards a stunning displayA HUGE sand pit to dig, build and play. Loads of kids’ activities to keep them busy. stone-cooked pizzas. Ice-cold slushies

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45SmileyWorld® Art Trail in Stockport 4 July – 15 Sept FREE - Stockport has been transformed into a playful outdoor gallery as the SmileyWorld® Art Trail takes over the town centre with a colourful collection of quirky, fun and exciting sculptures, each inspired by the SmileyWorld® icons. Brought to you by Wild in Art. Stick Man Trail at Delamere Forest - everydayHead to Delamere Forest to have fun doing the Stick Man activity trail where families can follow the beloved character on his journey back to the family tree. Trail is a 1.5 mileStick Man trail activity pack £4 from visitor centreThe Grualo’s 25th birthday trail at Delamere Forest - everydayA trail pack is available to buy on-site for just £4. These include a festive party headband to get you into the party spirit, an activity leaet for curious minds, stickers, pencils and crayons to get creative, and a woven Grualo sew-on patch.The Stick Man Outdoor Trail at National Arboretum - Open Daily Their Stick Man trail follows the adventures of The Stick Man* as he tries to get home to his Family Tree. Pick up a FREE self-led trail sheet on arrival at the Welcome Desk and head out into the Arboretum grounds to explore the, fully accessible, one mile route. Along the way you’ll be able to spot fun character carvings, including Stick Man himself!Hawkstone Follies Visit the Hawkstone Park Follies and take part in their Enchanted trail all around Park. With Fairies, Trolls and caves galore! Their fun interactive trail is an additional £1 per participating child on top of general admission.PERFECT FOR LITTLE ONESPERFECT FOR LITTLE ONESMini Land Rover Track Experience at Bidlea Dairy - Every weekend in July & every day in Aug 10am - 3pmTurn up and let your little ones have a go driving around the specially made track at Bidlea. Drivers: 4-10 years. Passengers: 2 - 4 years. 2 Laps - £7 - 4 Laps - £10Track Fest is back for the Summer HolidaysTrack Fest have over 30 tracks and fun activities • Sandbach Masonic Hall - 28-29 July, 5-6 & 21-22 Aug • Middlewich Masonic Hall - 13-14 , 25 Aug Wild Tots Play Cafe - Northwich The play cafe features a fantastic role-play café and market, plus a dedicated toddler-only area and a cosy baby sensory zone. The adventure play area encourages climbing, crawling, and plenty of imaginative play. TinyTalk Northwich & Knutsford Babysign and Toddler Talking classes over summer holiday. Communicate with your baby and promote language development with your Toddler.• Knutsford (brook street chapel) 30 July & 13 Aug • Hartford Methodist Church 5 Aug • Riverside organic15 AugEmail - Beckyjackman@tinytalk.co.uk - 07866 730975Walking Mums Cheshire Walking Mums are on a mission to ll the Summer with fun, activities to help Mums keep children (of varying ages) entertained. From mum and child tness sessions to Teddy bears picnics. There will of course also be lots of planned walks and the occasional hike too. See the website for details The Ice Cream Farm A great day out including the sand and water play, soft play barn, inatables, bouncing pillows, go karts, adventure golf and lots of free play. Don’t forget an ice cream. Wheelock Farm - Open every dayIndoor soft play, outdoor Adventure playground, bouncing pillow, cafe and farm shop. Magical Malpas PYO farm - open on select dates throughout July & AugWith a role play village with a vets, hairdressers, supermarket, emergencies, hospital, campsite, construction site, museum and much more! There are also animals to meet and a playground. Their Sunower eld with fairies and elves will be open over summer. Alice in Wonderland at Z-Arts – Open dailyAn enchanting play experience which invites families to explore Wonderland. Follow the White Rabbit into scenes from the beloved book. Make friends with the Cheshire Cat, have tea as the Mad Hatter, get lost in a card maze, and wake up back on the riverbank, just in time for tea. For ages 1 - 8Imagine That in Liverpool A fun-lled experience through four dierent zones. Play shop in the Imagination Role Play Village, then head to the Arts and Crafts area with a stop o at the outside play area. Next is the hands on Science Area and to nish your visit at the Slime Factory.CHILDREN’S CHILDREN’S TRAILS & WALKS TRAILS & WALKS Holmes Chapel Zoo - Open Daily Meet the Meerkats, Meet the Skunks, Bird Encounters & Snake Handling experiences can all be booked on to at this local small zoo at Bidlea Dairy in Cheshire Lakemore Farm ParkA great place to go with young children. It is a lovely farm park with llamas, shetland ponies, pigs, pigmy goats and more. Enjoy the indoor play area, and a small outdoor play with ride on cars, crazy golf.Farm Fiesta at Manorafon Farm Park in Abergele, North Wales - 19 July - 31 Aug It’s their big summer event with foam parties, a giant Slip ‘n’ Slide, a beach, shark rodeo (as well as load more fun in the event area) and all the usual farm park fun and Dino trail Farm Fest at Reddish Vale Farm - 1 - 11 AugWith fairground rides, children’s entertainers, inatable assault course, popcorn, glitter face painting, foam party and a beach with deck chairs. Plus, all the usual fun of the farm with animal meet and greets, the indoor sand pit, outdoor adventure play with zipwire and more.Big Summer Blow Out at Cockelds Farm - 26 Jul - 31 AugThe farm park has been fully transformed to bring you those ultimate summer vibes! With all this: • Barnyard Bingo With Prizes • Party Tractor Trailer Rides• Mini Moo-vers Indoor Rave • Festival Glitter Paint • Tiki Bar for free lemonade • plus, all the usual farm park favouritesHoo Zoo and Dinosaur WorldA family-run zoo and dinosaur park located on the outskirts of Telford. It oers a fun day out for all the family with a strong message about conservation.Afterglow at Chester Zoo 1–17 Aug 3–8pm Afterglow IS BACK with 15 nights of golden-hour adventures!Live music. Rides for all ages. Walk among life-sized dinosaurs. Pop-up performances. Street food favourites. Prizes, surprises & more! Trentham Monkey Forest60-acre woodland of which 140 free-roaming Barbary macaques call home. Visitors can walk amongst the monkeys and also observe their fascinating natural behaviours from up close!Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre - Open daily 10 -5pm You can learn all about the Shire horse, from its history carrying knights in armour to the important studwork today. With Shetland pony grooming, feeding of the Otters, Polecats, Red Foxes and Scottish Wildcats and open barn talks about the shire horses. Where’s Wallaby? At Peak Wildlife Park - 18 July- 5 Sept Somethings hopping across the Staordshire moorlands… Can YOU nd the wallabies? A free sculpture trail is here for the summer. In partnership with Outside and Wild in ArtMonopoly-inspired fun, games and wild discovery at Twycross Zoo - 19 July - 31 Aug NEW Twycross Zoo Monopoly Board Game - take home a piece of the adventure with our limited-edition Monopoly board game!Explore fun-lled activities - discover what it’s like to ‘Run Your Own Zoo’ across interactive activity stations! Collect stamps, and enjoy chances to win and save.Meet Mr. Monopoly around the zoo. Discover over 100 incredible animals. Wet & Wild Splash Pad. The Grualo Discovery LandFARMS & ZOOSFARMS & ZOOSSUNFLOWER SUNFLOWER MAZE & MAIZE MAZE & MAIZE MAZE MAZE Maize Maze at Kenyon Hall Farm - Open Mid July Navigate the towering circus themed maize crop to nd the hidden characters. Fruit Picking - There is lots to pick at Kenyon Hall Farm, including strawberries, blackcurrants, blackberries.Sunower Maze at Dunham Massey Ice Cream Farm - Open Late July - Sept Characters to nd with in the maze using a trail sheetSunower Maze at Great Budworth Ice Cream Farm - Open Late July A fun Sunower Maze with a trail sheet. Afterwards meet some of the goats and have an ice cream at the cafe.Sunower Maze at The Hayloft Cheshire - Open Now £5 per person including prizes and 2 free sunower stems.Alongside the miniature railway and our delicious coee shopCrewe Green Sunowers - Open end of July This year they’ve got a second eld with dwarf owers, plus more play equipment with a new swings and activities. Plus beautiful Wildowers. £10 per car/family including one bunch of PYO (up to 7 stems) & £5 for additional bunchesLibbys Sunower Patch - Opening late July They’ve sown a beautiful mix of full-size giants and cute dwarf sunowers – with hundreds of thousands blooming their way towards a stunning displayA HUGE sand pit to dig, build and play. Loads of kids’ activities to keep them busy. stone-cooked pizzas. Ice-cold slushies

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46Remember to like and follow me on Facebook page & Instagram, search ‘Days Out and Meals Out’Please check on the attractions main website to make sure event is running and if tickets need to be pre booked. All info correct at the time of writing. Contains aliated linksFor tickets and the latest information on Days Out & Meals Out Summer 2025 visit my website daysoutandmealsout.com or scan the QR Code THEME PARKS THEME PARKS See Bing & Flop at Gulliver’s World Warrington - 5 July - 1 SeptBing and Flop will be making appearances together everydaySummer Sparks Spectacular at Gullivers - 30th AugEnjoy extra ride time with our extended opening hours (til 8:30pm) ahead of a fantastic reworks displayAlton Towers - Open every dayAlton Towers is home to over 40 iconic rides and attractions, whether you like little thrills or adrenaline-pumping rides! There are plenty of head-spinning, heart-pounding, world-class rollercoasters. LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort With various activities and events during the summer holidays, including a brand-new LEGO City: No Limits! show, and attractions like Drench Towers and Pirate Falls.Chessington World of Adventure - Open daily Head to the park for a family adventure and nd more than 40 rides and attractions across 10 exciting themed lands, as well as a SEA LIFE centre and zoo with more than 1,000 animalsFREE & LOW COST FREE & LOW COST PLACES TO VISIT PLACES TO VISIT Parktastic FREE games in Manchester Parks - 21 July - 29 Aug This summer, 54 parks across Manchester are turning into play zones as part of the Summer of Play! Every session runs from 5–7pm. Outdoor games, fun activities, snacks & drinks all for free!FREE Treasure Hunt Trail at Tittlesworth Reservoir - 1 - 31 Aug 10am-4pm Test your fact hunting skills around the site. Grab a sheet and follow the clues to nd answers to the questions. FREE Big Summer Screen at Traord Pallazo - From 1st July This summer we’re bringing all the live sport including Wimbledon, Women’s Euros and F1 Grand Prix, favourite lms and more to Traord PalazzoZ-arts FREE storytelling and drop in Arts and Crafts - 29 July – 23 AugustEach week will have a dierent theme inspired by our Adventures in Wonderland experience.• Week 1 is themed on Tea Parties!• Week 2 is themed on birds!• Week 3 is themed on magical creatures!• Week 4 is themed on hares and rabbits!Storytelling sessions (11:30am, 12:30pm & 1:30pm) must be booked but the Arts & Crafts activities are drop-in.Walton Hall & Gardens – just pay for parkingChildren’s playground, a mini zoo, gardens, fairground rides at a cost and cafe.Buxton Pavillion Gardens Children’s playground, gardens, boating lake to hire a pedalo, shop and cafeGlebe Farm - Open daily and FREE to visit Animals to meet and feed, tractor ride, a cafe, independent shops a children’s playgroundRunway Visitor Park Altrincham - Just pay for parkingWith a playground, fairground rides, cafe and plenty of planes to watch land and take o. Music for the Senses: an art arrangement for a musical city - 7 July – 31 AugA brand-new, city-wide multi-sensory art trail taking over Manchester this summer. Many of the artworks, exhibitions and installations that celebrate Manchester’s music scene will be formed from guitars. Featuring guitars from Oasis, Busted, Elbow & New OrderDinosaur Trail at Trentham Shopping Village - 19 July - 31 AugFREE - All summer long, take part in the free Dinosaur Trail and embark on a prehistoric adventure as you search for Jennifer the Venifer, Darcey the Dromaeosaurus, Tulula the T-Rex, and Stan the Stegosaurus.Horrible Histories at Crewe Lyceum - 1 AugGorgeous Georgians & Vile Victorians Don’t miss this horrible history of Britain with the nasty bits left in!The Twelfth Night Performed by The Lord Chamberlains Men at Alderford Lake - 12th Aug 7pmJoin The Lord Chamberlain’s Men, in their 21st year, for Shakespeare’s greatest romantic comedy, Twelfth Night. With a history stretching back to William Shakespeare’s original company, they present this joyous play as he rst saw it – in the open air, with an all male cast and Elizabethan costumes, music and dance.Outdoor theatre at Quarry Bank Breadcrumbs presented by Wrongsemble - 9 Aug 12 + 2.30pm The story of Hansel and Gretel, two siblings who argue about everything. When they nd themselves lost in the enchanted forest, they must put aside their dierences to nd their way home with only a trail of breadcrumbs to guide themMilkshake! Live – Milkshake! On Holiday at Parr Hall - 31 Jul 12:30pmPack your bags and jump aboard the Milkshake! train as we go on an all singing, all dancing holiday together!Sweet & Sour – The Ultimate Tribute To Olivia Rodrigo & Sabrina Carpenter at Parr Hall - 14 Aug 7:30pmFeel the intensity of Olivia’s raw, emotional ballads like Drivers License and Vampire, and let loose to Sabrina’s unapologetic anthems like Please, Please, Please and Nonsense.Folksy Theatre at Hare Hill with an outdoor production of Robin Hood! - 26th Aug 6pm Filled with Folksy’s signature live music, audience interaction, and delightful sillinessOpen Air Theatre with Storyhouse ChesterAlice in Wonderland walkabout experience - 25 July - 30 AugLittle ones will meet curious characters as they journey through the park, ending in a joyful nale inside the open-air theatre. For under 10s The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes - 18 July - 30 Aug In modern-day Chester, Sherlock Holmes & Dr. Watson are thrust into the spotlight as they’re drawn into their most intriguing, and personal, mystery yet. Age 10+Pride & Prejudice - 4 July - 31 Aug Packed with sparkling dialogue, music and dancing; Pride & Prejudice sweeps you into the Regency countryside. As hearts collide and sparks y, Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy nd themselves entangled in a tale of mismatches, misunderstandings and unexpected romanceThe Koala Who Could at Storyhouse - 1 - 3 Aug Join Kevin, King of the staying-still-kings, and his friends kangaroo and wombat in an Australian Outback adventure, as they learn that “life can be great when you try something new!” The Lowry Shows Six Live! - 29 July - 3 AugFrom Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their talesA Squash and A Squeeze - 5 - 24 Aug A heartwarming and hilarious adventure, full of beautiful puppets and enchanting songs. Written and illustrated by the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel ScheerStockport Plaza Shows Horrible Histories: Georgeous Georgians & Vile Victorians - 17 Aug at 2pm & 5pm Don’t miss this horrible history of Britain with the nasty bits left in! Outdoor Cinema at Tatton Park - 23 - 25 AugWith 80s lm classics and family favourites including Sat 23rd - GreaseSun 24th - Wicked, Encanto & Top GunMon 25th - Shrek & The Greatest ShowmanMoon light icks – Grovesnor Park & Claremont Farm - 10 July – 25 AugWith both family favourites and classic lms including Dirty Dancing, The Greatest Showman, Pretty Woman, Mama Mia, Wicked and Paddington in Puru plus many more. Adventure cinema – Lyme Park National Trust - 11 - 14 SeptGrab a picnic, chair, friends and watch a lm in the grounds of Lymm Park11th - Bridget Jones’ Diary (15)12th - The Greatest Showman Sing-A-Long (PG)13th - Grease Sing-A-Long (PG)14th - Pride and Prejudice (U)Screen on the Docks at Media City - 2 June - 31 AugShowing lm classics like Dirty Dancing and Forrest Gump, family favourites including Wicked and Moana 2, plus popular sports including Wimbledon and the Women’s Euros – all completely FREE throughout the summer.THEATRE, THEATRE, SHOWS & SHOWS & OUTDOOR OUTDOOR CINEMACINEMADAYS OUT & MEALS OUT DAYS OUT & MEALS OUT SUMMER GUIDE 2025SUMMER GUIDE 2025

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47Remember to like and follow me on Facebook page & Instagram, search ‘Days Out and Meals Out’Please check on the attractions main website to make sure event is running and if tickets need to be pre booked. All info correct at the time of writing. Contains aliated linksFor tickets and the latest information on Days Out & Meals Out Summer 2025 visit my website daysoutandmealsout.com or scan the QR Code THEME PARKS THEME PARKS See Bing & Flop at Gulliver’s World Warrington - 5 July - 1 SeptBing and Flop will be making appearances together everydaySummer Sparks Spectacular at Gullivers - 30th AugEnjoy extra ride time with our extended opening hours (til 8:30pm) ahead of a fantastic reworks displayAlton Towers - Open every dayAlton Towers is home to over 40 iconic rides and attractions, whether you like little thrills or adrenaline-pumping rides! There are plenty of head-spinning, heart-pounding, world-class rollercoasters. LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort With various activities and events during the summer holidays, including a brand-new LEGO City: No Limits! show, and attractions like Drench Towers and Pirate Falls.Chessington World of Adventure - Open daily Head to the park for a family adventure and nd more than 40 rides and attractions across 10 exciting themed lands, as well as a SEA LIFE centre and zoo with more than 1,000 animalsFREE & LOW COST FREE & LOW COST PLACES TO VISIT PLACES TO VISIT Parktastic FREE games in Manchester Parks - 21 July - 29 Aug This summer, 54 parks across Manchester are turning into play zones as part of the Summer of Play! Every session runs from 5–7pm. Outdoor games, fun activities, snacks & drinks all for free!FREE Treasure Hunt Trail at Tittlesworth Reservoir - 1 - 31 Aug 10am-4pm Test your fact hunting skills around the site. Grab a sheet and follow the clues to nd answers to the questions. FREE Big Summer Screen at Traord Pallazo - From 1st July This summer we’re bringing all the live sport including Wimbledon, Women’s Euros and F1 Grand Prix, favourite lms and more to Traord PalazzoZ-arts FREE storytelling and drop in Arts and Crafts - 29 July – 23 AugustEach week will have a dierent theme inspired by our Adventures in Wonderland experience.• Week 1 is themed on Tea Parties!• Week 2 is themed on birds!• Week 3 is themed on magical creatures!• Week 4 is themed on hares and rabbits!Storytelling sessions (11:30am, 12:30pm & 1:30pm) must be booked but the Arts & Crafts activities are drop-in.Walton Hall & Gardens – just pay for parkingChildren’s playground, a mini zoo, gardens, fairground rides at a cost and cafe.Buxton Pavillion Gardens Children’s playground, gardens, boating lake to hire a pedalo, shop and cafeGlebe Farm - Open daily and FREE to visit Animals to meet and feed, tractor ride, a cafe, independent shops a children’s playgroundRunway Visitor Park Altrincham - Just pay for parkingWith a playground, fairground rides, cafe and plenty of planes to watch land and take o. Music for the Senses: an art arrangement for a musical city - 7 July – 31 AugA brand-new, city-wide multi-sensory art trail taking over Manchester this summer. Many of the artworks, exhibitions and installations that celebrate Manchester’s music scene will be formed from guitars. Featuring guitars from Oasis, Busted, Elbow & New OrderDinosaur Trail at Trentham Shopping Village - 19 July - 31 AugFREE - All summer long, take part in the free Dinosaur Trail and embark on a prehistoric adventure as you search for Jennifer the Venifer, Darcey the Dromaeosaurus, Tulula the T-Rex, and Stan the Stegosaurus.Horrible Histories at Crewe Lyceum - 1 AugGorgeous Georgians & Vile Victorians Don’t miss this horrible history of Britain with the nasty bits left in!The Twelfth Night Performed by The Lord Chamberlains Men at Alderford Lake - 12th Aug 7pmJoin The Lord Chamberlain’s Men, in their 21st year, for Shakespeare’s greatest romantic comedy, Twelfth Night. With a history stretching back to William Shakespeare’s original company, they present this joyous play as he rst saw it – in the open air, with an all male cast and Elizabethan costumes, music and dance.Outdoor theatre at Quarry Bank Breadcrumbs presented by Wrongsemble - 9 Aug 12 + 2.30pm The story of Hansel and Gretel, two siblings who argue about everything. When they nd themselves lost in the enchanted forest, they must put aside their dierences to nd their way home with only a trail of breadcrumbs to guide themMilkshake! Live – Milkshake! On Holiday at Parr Hall - 31 Jul 12:30pmPack your bags and jump aboard the Milkshake! train as we go on an all singing, all dancing holiday together!Sweet & Sour – The Ultimate Tribute To Olivia Rodrigo & Sabrina Carpenter at Parr Hall - 14 Aug 7:30pmFeel the intensity of Olivia’s raw, emotional ballads like Drivers License and Vampire, and let loose to Sabrina’s unapologetic anthems like Please, Please, Please and Nonsense.Folksy Theatre at Hare Hill with an outdoor production of Robin Hood! - 26th Aug 6pm Filled with Folksy’s signature live music, audience interaction, and delightful sillinessOpen Air Theatre with Storyhouse ChesterAlice in Wonderland walkabout experience - 25 July - 30 AugLittle ones will meet curious characters as they journey through the park, ending in a joyful nale inside the open-air theatre. For under 10s The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes - 18 July - 30 Aug In modern-day Chester, Sherlock Holmes & Dr. Watson are thrust into the spotlight as they’re drawn into their most intriguing, and personal, mystery yet. Age 10+Pride & Prejudice - 4 July - 31 Aug Packed with sparkling dialogue, music and dancing; Pride & Prejudice sweeps you into the Regency countryside. As hearts collide and sparks y, Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy nd themselves entangled in a tale of mismatches, misunderstandings and unexpected romanceThe Koala Who Could at Storyhouse - 1 - 3 Aug Join Kevin, King of the staying-still-kings, and his friends kangaroo and wombat in an Australian Outback adventure, as they learn that “life can be great when you try something new!” The Lowry Shows Six Live! - 29 July - 3 AugFrom Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their talesA Squash and A Squeeze - 5 - 24 Aug A heartwarming and hilarious adventure, full of beautiful puppets and enchanting songs. Written and illustrated by the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel ScheerStockport Plaza Shows Horrible Histories: Georgeous Georgians & Vile Victorians - 17 Aug at 2pm & 5pm Don’t miss this horrible history of Britain with the nasty bits left in! Outdoor Cinema at Tatton Park - 23 - 25 AugWith 80s lm classics and family favourites including Sat 23rd - GreaseSun 24th - Wicked, Encanto & Top GunMon 25th - Shrek & The Greatest ShowmanMoon light icks – Grovesnor Park & Claremont Farm - 10 July – 25 AugWith both family favourites and classic lms including Dirty Dancing, The Greatest Showman, Pretty Woman, Mama Mia, Wicked and Paddington in Puru plus many more. Adventure cinema – Lyme Park National Trust - 11 - 14 SeptGrab a picnic, chair, friends and watch a lm in the grounds of Lymm Park11th - Bridget Jones’ Diary (15)12th - The Greatest Showman Sing-A-Long (PG)13th - Grease Sing-A-Long (PG)14th - Pride and Prejudice (U)Screen on the Docks at Media City - 2 June - 31 AugShowing lm classics like Dirty Dancing and Forrest Gump, family favourites including Wicked and Moana 2, plus popular sports including Wimbledon and the Women’s Euros – all completely FREE throughout the summer.THEATRE, THEATRE, SHOWS & SHOWS & OUTDOOR OUTDOOR CINEMACINEMADAYS OUT & MEALS OUT DAYS OUT & MEALS OUT SUMMER GUIDE 2025SUMMER GUIDE 2025

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54· Re-Roong· Gutter Maintenance· Slating and Tiling · Flat Roong· Chimney Cowls Fitted · Insurance Work· Lead Valleys· Chimney Works · Storm Damage Repairs· Rubber RoofsYOUR LOCALROOFING COMPANY01477 571 91507966 413 303On Saturday 13th September 2025 at 3pm, Holmes Chapel will host its second annual Pride event!Last year, London Road was a sea of colour; music and laughter vying with each other to see who could be the loudest. It felt like the whole village came out to celebrate the day, from babies and small children to granny’s and grandad’s doing Zumba in front of the church.Given how well it was received last year, there was no way we couldn’t try and hold a second. Sadly, from recent postings on social media, the messages of inclusion, celebration, diversity & belonging were not heard or understood by a small proportion of our village. More work is needed, so the Holmes Chapel Pride 2025ByRich Jepsonsecond Holmes Chapel Pride will be an even bigger celebration of diversity, inclusion, and love. Again, for these few hours we will bring together our community to honour and support the LGBTQ+ individuals who live, work, and thrive in our village. This event is not just about celebration, but also visibility, education, and creating a sense of belonging for everyone.As a rural community, it is a chance for allies to show their support and for the community to come together. Holmes Chapel Pride isn’t just an event - it’s a movement towards an accepting and vibrant village for all!Holmes Chapel Pride is also about having fun and enjoying time together with friends & family, which means you can expect a lively atmosphere lled with live music, delicious food, and a selection of stalls showcasing local businesses and crafts.Whether you’re dancing to the local bands, exploring the vendors, sitting in the rainbow re engine, or just soaking up the energy from the day, there’s something for everyone.This second Holmes Chapel Pride has only been made possible by the support of Bride the Gap, our very own community interest group, and the generous sponsorship of Bespak, The Bottle Bank, Celeste, Holmes Sweet Home, The George & Dragon, and you, the residents & businesses in our community.So dust o your rainbows, glitter up your clothes because we really can’t wait to see you all there on Saturday the 13th September. You won’t want to miss it.

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58For Craig, Holmes Chapel isn’t just a place on the map, it’s home in every sense of the word. Born and raised on Balmoral Drive, he went to Holmes Chapel Primary and the old Comprehensive, before moving on to South Cheshire College and then university in Manchester. “I did music, which surprises some people,” he laughs. “But I think even then, I always knew I was a bit of a homebird. Holmes Chapel just had, and still has, that friendly, welcoming feel.”It was during house viewings with his parents, as they moved within the village, that Craig rst felt the pull towards property. “I loved seeing the dierent homes and imagining what could be done with them,” he says. “That stuck with me.”His career path took him through a number of estate agencies, including corporate and independent brands, Katy meets... Craig bringing Holmes Chapel property know-how homeByKaty O’Reganand across Cheshire and Manchester. But it was a serious motorbike accident, and the resulting months of recovery, that brought everything into focus. “I shattered my leg and had to have a frame tted, 14 pins… the lot. It was a tough time, but it made me reect. I realised I wanted to be closer to home again, and do something meaningful.”That reection brought him to Stephenson Browne, and now, he’s heading up their Holmes Chapel presence. While there’s no physical high street branch, don’t be fooled – this is no cut-down, online-only oering. “This model works because it’s personal and local,” Craig explains. “I’m the rst and last point of contact, and I’m backed by a hugely experienced and award-winning team. We’ve got everything a traditional branch oers, just delivered in a more exible and modern way.”With technology that’s already tried and tested across the business, and a marketing team ready to craft bespoke property campaigns, sellers benet from the same level of professionalism – without the overheads. “It means we can potentially save our clients money, while still giving them the quality they expect,” Craig says.But it doesn’t stop there. Craig is working on partnerships with local PTAs, schools and clubs to give something back. “If someone refers us, a portion of the fee will go back to that organisation,” he says. “It’s about helping the community, not just marketing to it.”For Craig, it’s the perfect full circle. “I’ve always loved this village – the people, the green spaces, the sense of connection. Now I get to help others put down roots here to o.”To chat with Craig about selling your home or to discuss local partnerships, just get in touch – he’s right here in the village.

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62Evolve Family Law is delighted to announce that it is providing family law mediation services from its oce in Holmes Chapel.The new mediation service is led by family law solicitor, Eluned Roberts. ‘’If you are separating and want to resolve future parenting arrangements or nancial matters without going to court and allowing a judge to decide your future, then mediation provided by an experienced family lawyer is an option for you to explore.‘’As a trained family mediator, I know that deciding when to try to sort out childcare or nancial matters after a separation can be dicult. You may be ready to discuss things, but your partner isn’t. Perhaps you don’t feel condent discussing issues with your ex-partner and need information about how mediation works. The mediation service at Evolve Family Law oers a safe and supportive environment to help you reach a mutually agreeable resolution with your former partner. ‘’I have over 15 years of experience as a specialist family lawyer, and although my role as your mediator is not to oer legal advice, my experience, knowledge and skills, combined with my mediation training, can assist you in reaching a mutually benecial agreement proposed agreement through my helping you navigate all the emotions and decisions you are faced with when separating, paperwork and other stu that is standing in the way of you and help you and your ex-partner move forwards and coming come to an amicable agreement. I can help you with childcare arrangements, what happens to the house, or the other things that Let’s talk legal... ByEvolve Family Laware important to your family, such as your pets, the children’s university fees or the thousands of dierent things that you need to think about when you are separating.‘’ As a family mediator, I am completely impartial and non-judgmental. My focus is on helping the two of you reach an agreement over your children or nances that you are both comfortable with.’’ says Eluned.The Evolve Family Law mediation service can help you with:• Reaching an agreement on who should start divorce proceedings.• The childcare arrangements and parenting plan for your children.• Financial settlements – for married couples or for those who were in a cohabiting relationship. • Child support.• Changing living or contact arrangements for children.• Holiday contact disputes• Grandparents wanting contact to spend time with children, and unable to reach an agreement. • Reviewing the level of spousal maintenance or child support.Choosing to mediate When family relationships are changing, or have changed, it can feel as if the control has been taken out of your hands. Where to start with unravelling the life you have built for yourself can feel overwhelming. Going to court for a judge to make decisions for you is expensive, both nancially and emotionally. Family mediation provides you with the opportunity to regain control and joint autonomy over your family’s future.

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66When Katy, the lovely owner of this magazine, suggested I share a bit more about myself and the story behind trundl, I thought “yes, why not?” So here goes…When my brother and I were young, my Mum and Dad, who live locally to Holmes Chapel had us up the side of mountains with a packed lunch, a ask, usually in Wales or Cornwall, and that was where my love of walking started.It wasn’t until I was in my 50’s that I learned I was born with hip dysplasia, something that would play a big role in shaping my future, and that of my business more recently.Thanks to my entrepreneurial Dad, I inherited his love for business. He and my Mum taught me and my brother to work hard, appreciate the little things, and be kind. Those values have always stayed with me.I rst started thinking about an activity based, charity-linked platform nearly 20 years ago. I called it Sporty Friends and kept renewing the domain name, holding onto the hope that one day, the time would be right.After selling my second business in 2016 (not for millions, but I did ok) I found myself thwarted by a compressed spinal chord and underwent surgery. As I walked my way back to health, quite literally step by step, the idea of giving back through walking/running/dog walking, basically anything on two legs took shape.Then, a few years later a diagnosis of a malignant melanoma (caught early thankfully, so check those moles folks!) and weight bearing more on one leg than the other brought about the diagnosis of the hip dysplasia. The Meet Hilary, the founder of trundlBy Hilary Mines, Founder of trundl, The Walking for Charity App imminent need for two new hips was frustrating, but never one to be negative, I knew jogging was out, mountain hikes were o the cards for now, but short walks? That was my sweet spot. And made a big dierence to the pain once I got the blood owing. So I teamed up with Tess, trundl’s co-founder who shared my belief that re-purposing everyday walks for charity was a good thing and we took the plunge.We’ve created, with much sweat, toil and a massive amount of personal nancial risk, a cheerful, non-competitive walking app that turns everyday steps into UK charity donations for outdoor-aligned charities. We’ve won an Innovate UK award and been seen in the Times, Telegraph, Cheshire Life and many more and even featured a shout on the Chris Evans show too! We have kept membership as low as we can at £3.99 a month to make it as accessible as we can and our donations help fund real, impactful giving, and helps us grow our membership and you don’t have to do the fundraising, we do that by giving back at least 30% of our membership fees to our charities and working hard to add sponsorship from brands to the fund too such as Sykes Holiday Cottages.trundl is for everyone. No matter what your age, ability or location. I believe in the power of one. When you multiply one person’s actions thousands of times it really can make a huge dierence, one step at a time.We are now poised for growth across the UK and it’s lovely to think it all started in a sleepy village in Cheshire. Not quite the Harry Styles story but you never know.You can nd out more about trundl on our website at www.trundl.co.ukHappy trundling everyone.

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68WE REMOVE ANYTHING...Furniture, appliances, pianos,sofas, beds, wardrobes, DIY wasteand all rubbish removedWE CLEAR-OUT ANYWHERE...Homes, oces, shops, garages,gardens, los etcwww.monsterjunk.comS L HEATING SERVICESBoilersCertificatesPlumbingPower FlushingMaintenance ServicesGas Safety InspectionsHeatingCylindersBathroomsGas Works 10% discount for all frontline workers & senior citizensPlease call: 07826744444or 01260 711005Gas Safe No.963408Als on th arm...GINGER AND PICKLES CAFE, H. DAVIDSON BUTCHERS - Quality meat, FIELD SMITHS - Premium country clothing, FOUR OAKS DIRECT - Quality plants at great prices, FRAME - Picture framing studio, CHESHIRE WARDROBE BOUTIQUE - Affordable fashion for women of all ages, TASCHE KEYS NAILS & BEAUTY - Beauty salon, INGLEDEW THERAPY - Hypnotherapy, therapy, and practical coaching, KAT’S STUDIO - Reformer Pilates, CHESHIRE CLAY STUDIO - Art, craft, and pottery, LIV FOR REHAB - Sports therapy.Feshl picked just  you...Everything you would expect from our farm shop including a wide range of home-grown seasonal veg and local suppliers such as Chatwins pies and cakes; and Jo’s cakes.Plus gifts and flowers.Shanty Farm, Byley CW10 9NG01606 832874THE MILK SHACK@ HALTON FARMSMade with Le at Halt Fms xscan meto find usfresh raw & pasteurised milk, buer, milkshakes, cheeses, local produce, coffee, merchandise & much more...chance ha farm, chance ha lane, cw1212 44tl. open every day from 4.304.30am until 99pm WE REMOVE ANYTHING...Furniture, appliances, pianos,sofas, beds, wardrobes, DIY wasteand all rubbish removedWE CLEAR-OUT ANYWHERE...Homes, oces, shops, garages,gardens, los etcwww.monsterjunk.comS L HEATING SERVICESBoilersCertificatesPlumbingPower FlushingMaintenance ServicesGas Safety InspectionsHeatingCylindersBathroomsGas Works 10% discount for all frontline workers & senior citizensPlease call: 07826744444or 01260 711005Gas Safe No.963408Als on th arm...GINGER AND PICKLES CAFE, H. DAVIDSON BUTCHERS - Quality meat, FIELD SMITHS - Premium country clothing, FOUR OAKS DIRECT - Quality plants at great prices, FRAME - Picture framing studio, CHESHIRE WARDROBE BOUTIQUE - Affordable fashion for women of all ages, TASCHE KEYS NAILS & BEAUTY - Beauty salon, INGLEDEW THERAPY - Hypnotherapy, therapy, and practical coaching, KAT’S STUDIO - Reformer Pilates, CHESHIRE CLAY STUDIO - Art, craft, and pottery, LIV FOR REHAB - Sports therapy.Feshl picked just  you...Everything you would expect from our farm shop including a wide range of home-grown seasonal veg and local suppliers such as Chatwins pies and cakes; and Jo’s cakes.Plus gifts and flowers.Shanty Farm, Byley CW10 9NG01606 832874

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70At the time of writing this, the last PPG meeting was what feels like a long time ago at the start of May, where several issues impacting the surgery, and us as patients, were discussed. It was claried that the restrictions on using the car park were active 24hrs a day, 7 days a week, so unless you’re a Blue Badge holder and register your car with the surgery at the time of your appointment, restrictions will always apply and parking charges will be enforced. Any problems or queries should be directed to the parking company and not the surgery. The number for their helpline is on the parking notices, and they will deal with your query directly.Another agenda topic for discussion every meeting is about how the surgery is performing. As more and more metrics become available to the NHS, it oers the GP partners a raft of information that they can use to help provide better care to their patients. It also enables them to understand where the practice sits with regards to primary care in England and Wales. The past couple of months has seen the London Road team receive 9,100 triage requests. These can be broken down into one of two areas, medical or administrative, and the current split here is 70% medical queries and 30% admin. That 9,000+ requests equate to 152 requests per day, or, 692 requests per 1,000 patients – a statistic which is apparently the 3rd highest in the country despite GP’s not being funded on patient demand. Why we’re so high makes sense when you look into the demographics of our village, our residents are more mature than those on the books of a lot of surgeries in the UK, and therefore at a stage when GP services are most needed. The Patient Participation Group Rich JepsonHolmes Chapel Health Centre PPGteam are delivering around 1,000 patient contacts a week, meeting the demand we’re placing on them, even though it’s stretching the surgery’s capabilities.It’s this need to be more eective in delivering the care that we as patients need that means the surgery is looking at every detail of the patient care pathway, which typically starts with us requesting help or assistance for an issue. The Accurx system that we log into and where requests are triaged from is already helping the GP’s manage the demand, and thanks to that, it eectively determines the next step, be it a phone call or an appointment. Where the surgery is looking at next, is how many appointments are attended or not. The current ‘Did Not Attend’ rate is running at 38 appointments missed per week. This number is signicant, and we all need to play our part in ensuring we make the appointments made for us.Back in May, Megan, the surgery’s Patient Experience Lead informed us that she was planning a third drop-in session to help people understand how to navigate the NHS app and online patient pathway. The idea is for this to happen some time towards the end of June, early July. Nearly two thirds, (63% if you want to be precise!) of patients registered at the Health Centre are using the NHS App, and if you’re not sure how exactly you can get the best out of it, then please do come down at the next session and she’ll help you understand how it works. I think this about covers it all, but as usual if there are any other questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with anyone on the PPG or the direct with the surgery.

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