Finding Their Thing – From Sport to Drama and Everything in Between
Guide on choosing the best extracurricular activities for children, from sports and music to art and drama, while building confidence, skills and independence.
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Children’s activities in Manchester and Cheshire
Screen Time vs. Playtime
Guide on practical ways to balance screen time with active play, helping children stay healthy, creative and connected while developing positive screen habits.
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Kings of Summer! Action-packed holiday back in Cheadle Hulme
Kings Camps at Cheadle Hulme School offer summer sports camps and activities for children aged 5–17, with places still available until 21 August.
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Choosing the Right Hobby for Your Child
Help your child discover hobbies they’ll love with practical tips on choosing activities, encouraging confidence, building skills, and keeping the fun first.
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SciTech: 2026 Summer Camp
For over three decades, SciTech has been doing science for kids, turning “why?” and “how?” into hands-on discovery – and this summer is set to be no different.
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Serving Up a Love of Tennis
A parent’s guide to tennis for kids during summer break and school holidays – from clubs and coaching for active kids to outdoor family fun for all ages and abilities.
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Peppa Pig Crossword
For the word-smiths among our young readers and their grown-up helpers, here’s a crossword to celebrate the annual return of everyone’s favourite family show to The Lowry!
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Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show: Colouring-in Pages
Whether your little ones are getting excited for the show or chatting about their favourite moments afterwards, our colouring-in sheets are a great way to spark imagination and extend the adventure. Grab the crayons, get creative, and enjoy some quality family time together.
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Get Curious with SciTech This Half‑Term and Easter Holiday!
SciTech is running entertaining and educational classes in Manchester. Perfect February half-term or Easter holiday clubs for kids who love science and their parents!
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Messing About on the River with the Intex Challenger K2 Kayak
Read our hands-on Intex Challenger K2 inflatable kayak review. Discover setup, stability, comfort, and why it’s perfect for family paddling adventures.
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Free Family Friendly Summer Fun at PHM
People’s History Museum (PHM) has lined-up a summer of Family Friendly fun for visitors to the national museum of democracy in Manchester’s Spinningfields.
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