June

June signals the arrival of the long (hopefully warm) summer, so get adventurous and get outside for some family fun! If you fancy a sun-soaked park day, there’s always something on at Tatton Park or Lyme Park – or why not get sciency at Jodrell Bank? If the weather isn’t playing ball, The Lowry will come to the rescue with a plethora of inspiring activities and shows. Whatever your tastes, there are plenty of activities to keep the kids entertained in June.

 
1 June
The Wizarding Adventure
It’s time to sign up to our spellbinding school of sorcery as you take a wacky and wonderful whistle stop tour of the Wizard Academy and learn to become a master of mystery and magic.
During this magical interactive experience you’ll take lessons in the basics of broomsticks, practice your potion making, be instructed in incantations and learn to tattle and talk with a tawny owl.
For students age 5 – 12 recommended, but anyone is welcome to enrol.
What’s included:
– One return trip from Bury to Rawtenstall hauled by a genuine steam (and spell) powered train
– An approximately two-hour wizarding experience with the region’s most pre-eminent enchanters.
– Wizard themed activities and plenty of photo opportunities.
– Make your day complete with a trip to Bury Transport Museum, sited just across the road from Bury Bolton Street Station.
Food and drink will be available to purchase from our café on Platform 3/4 at Bury Bolton Street Station and from the Rawtenstall Buffet.
The East Lancashire Railway
Bury Bolton Street Station,
Bolton Street, Bury, Lancashire BL9 0EY
Tel: 0161 764 7790
www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk

 
2 June
The Dino Adventure
Have you ever wanted to pet a pachycephalosaurus, get together with a Triceratops or tickle a T-Rex under the chin?
Now’s your chance. Come on an adventure of Jurassic proportions to The East Lancashire Railway and get the opportunity to get up close and personal with their baby dinosaurs.
You’ll get to learn all about these adorable dinosaurs from our expert handlers in this fully interactive experience that is both educational and entertaining for all the family. Come along an earn your diploma in dino know how and begin your training as a palaeontologist of the future.
What’s included:
– One return trip from Bury to Rawtenstall hauled by a dino-proofed steam train.
– An approximately two hour dinosaur experience with expert rex wranglers and triceratops tamers.
– Dinosaur themed activities and plenty of photo opportunities.
Make your day complete with a trip to Bury Transport Museum, sited just across the road from Bury Bolton Street Station.
Age recommended: 5 – 12 and anyone is welcome to join the fun.
The East Lancashire Railway
Bury Bolton Street Station,
Bolton Street, Bury, Lancashire BL9 0EY
Tel: 0161 764 7790
www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk

 
3, 10, 17, 18, 24 June, 11.30 – 12.15, 12.30 – 13.15, 13.30 -14.14;
11, 25 June, 11am – 11.45am, 12noon – 12.45pm
Crafty Families
An exciting and engaging art class for families and under 11’s. With a different theme each week you’ll leave the session having created their own pieces of art. All attendees must book a ticket (including accompanying adult).
Suitable for ages 2-11.
Free, booking required
The Lowry, Salford Quays. Manchester
Tel: 0333 320 2838
www.thelowry.com

 
3 – 4 June 9.30am – 4pm
The Tatton Park Classic & Performance Car Spectacular
One of Britain’s most popular classic car shows returns to Tatton Park again this summer, celebrating the golden age of motoring, from BMWs to Jaguars. It showcases loyal car clubs who exhibit their exceptional vehicles and are always happy to talk about the experiences in the community and with restoring and maintaining their vehicles. Enthusiasts can view some of the finest cars ever made, with more than 2000 classics on site. There is something for everyone!
Tickets: adults is £12 (£10 in advance) and children under 16 go free.
Admission charges to the park applies
Tatton Park
Knutsford, Cheshire WA16 6QN
Tel: 01507 529529 or 01625 374400
www.tattonclassiccarshow.com

 
7, 14, 21, 28 June, 10am – 10.45am, 11am – 11.45am
Little Creatives
A weekly creative session for toddlers and their adults! Includes music making, storytelling, dance and creative play. Sessions are 45 mins, are free for all and all attendees must book a ticket (including accompanying adult).
Suitable for ages 2-5.
Free, booking required
The Lowry, Salford Quays. Manchester
Tel: 0333 320 2838
www.thelowry.com

 
9, 16, 23, 30 June, 10am for 0–1, 11am for 1–2
Babies Playtime
These classes are led by a professional early years practitioner and are an opportunity to have fun, sing, dance and make new friends. Classes last 45 minutes and are free for all. All attendees must book a ticket (including accompanying adult).
Suitable for ages 0 to 1 and 1 to 2.
Free, booking required
The Lowry, Salford Quays. Manchester
Tel: 0333 320 2838
www.thelowry.com

 
9 June
Toddler Days at Eureka!
Bring your pre-schoolers along for one of toddler days designed just for pre-schoolers. There won’t be any school bookings, so all spaces (and staff) will be focused on the youngest visitors.
Eureka! The National Children’s Museum
Discovery Road,
Halifax HX1 2NE
Tel: 01422 330069
play.eureka.org.uk

 
10 June, 11am – 4pm
Didsbury Festial 2023
This year the overall theme of Didsbury Festival parade is King’s Cronation.
The Didsbury Festival’s procession starts at 11am and follows a regular route from St. Catherine’s RC Primary School on School Lane, down the length of School Lane, then onto Wilmslow Road and through the Wilmslow Road entrance and onto the main field of Didsbury Park. The procession will include children from local schools and groups.
The festival includes dozens of stalls selling all manner of things including lots of options for food. As usual there will also be a Fun Fair, a Dog Show, Tug of War along with Dancing, Live Music and Zumba to take part in.
Arena Events:
  –   12 noon Madeley School of Dance
  –   12 noon Tag Rugby
  –   12.30 SOS Dance
  –   13.00 Kitty Watson Acting
  –   13.30 Tarik Children Breakdancing
  –   14.00 Claremont
  –   14.40 Bishop Blue
  –   Tug of War
Didsbury Park
Manchester M20 5LJ
www.didsburyfestival.co.uk

 
12 June, 11am, 12noon for toddlers, 13.45pm, 14.45pm for babies
Music Makers – The Carnival of The Animals
Monthly music and sensory play sessions for babies and toddlers.
For parents with both baby and toddler, babies may attend toddler sessions. The same does not apply in reverse, as toddlers tend to be more boisterous and we want to keep the baby sessions more relaxed. This month’s theme is The Carnival of The Animals.
Tickets: £4.00, 1 ticket admits 1 child plus accompanying adult
Barbirolli Room,
The Bridgewater Hall,
Lower Mosley Street,
Manchester M2 3WS
Tel: 0161 907 9000
www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk

 
14 June 7pm – 9pm
Sale Festival: Primary School Choir Celebration
Choirs from Primary School in Trafford take to the platform to perform songs of their own choice, and then come together to sing ‘en masse’ under the direction of Clare Cooper.
Price £7.00 (Concession £5.00)
Waterside,
1 Waterside Plaza
Sale
Trafford M33 7ZF
Tel: 0161 912 5616
www.watersidearts.org/whats-on/3350-sale-festival-primary-school-choir-celebration

 
23, 24 June, 5pm – 9pm (last entry 8pm)
After-hours with the Mermaids
Come and meet the magical SEA LIFE mermaids at SEA LIFE Manchester!
Tickets: £25 adult, £21.50 child, £5 passholders
Pre-booking is essential
SEA LIFE Manchester,
Trafford Palazzo, Trafford, Manchester M17 8AS
Tel: 0161 749 2875
www.visitsealife.com/manchester/explore/events/after-hours-with-the-mermaids

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