September

4, 18 September 2026, 14.30 – 16.00
Experitots is a regular event specially designed for children aged 0–4.
During these playful sessions, toddlers and their adults are encouraged to explore and experiment together. Our team of friendly Explainers are on hand to support young explorers throughout the event.
This season Experitots sessions will take place in our Special Exhibitions Gallery, where you can enjoy a multi-sensory adventure with Horrible Science: Cosmic Chaos.
Tickets: £10, ages 3 and under free
Location: Special Exhibitions Gallery
Level -1, New Warehouse
Science and Industry Museum
Liverpool Road, Manchester M3 4FP
tel: 033 0058 0058
www.scienceandindustrymuseum.org.uk

5 – 6 September 8.30am – 6pm
Happy Place with Fearne Cotton
A creative space for self-love and happiness. Fuel your thoughts and find your sanctuary this summer
Tatton Park
Knutsford, Cheshire WA16 6QN
Tel: 01625 374400
www.happyplaceofficial.co.uk/pages/festival-tatton-home

6 September 2026, 10 – 11 am
Relaxed Visits to Jodrell Bank
Come to Jodrell Bank for a relaxed start to the day – sound in the exhibition spaces will be at a reduced level and there’ll be a relaxed early showing of the free film ‘Introduction to Jodrell Bank’at 10.15
Prepare for your visit with the handy Familiarisation Guide. You can also get to know the site in advance by reading Jodrell’s Accessibility Statement.
Jodrell Bank Discovery Centrer
The University of Manchester
Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 9DL
Tel: 01477 571 766
Book online: www.jodrellbank.net

10 September 2026, 10.30am for 0–1, 11.30am 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

11 September, 10.30am – 11.15am, 11.30am – 12.15pm
Under 5s 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

12 September 2026
Blue and Bingo
The excitable sisters from Down Under are coming to visit the Bury Transport Museum. There will also be a fun fair with three rides suitable for toddlers, face painters, petting zoo and craft activities for you and the family to enjoy, all included in the general admission ticket price.
Complete your day out with a ride with one of the heritage steam or diesel trains through the Irwell valley. Ticket Price includes a ride on any train services on the day of your visit – just pick the time that suits you!
General admission tickets must be purchased online.
The East Lancashire Railway
Bury Bolton Street Station,
Bolton Street, Bury, Lancashire BL9 0EY
Tel: 0161 764 7790
www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk

28 September, 11am, 12noon for toddlers, 13.45pm, 14.45pm for babies
Music Makers
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.
Tickets: £5.00, 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

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