Axis Arts Centre
Sarah-Clare Conlon, Literature Editor
What's on near Axis Arts Centre
Secrets of Knutsford
From wild buildings to wilder characters, explore hidden histories and architectural oddities in the Cheshire town of Knutsford.
from £20.00
Jay Farley: A [Cupboard] Full of Tomboys at Pride In Trafford
Jay Farley brings to the stage their debut book of poetry A [Cupboard] Full of Tomboys, which was created under the mentorship of TS Eliot Award-winning Joelle Taylor.
from £8.00
Pride in Trafford: Family Block Party at Waterside
Celebrate love, laughter and self-expression at Waterside’s Family Block Party – a free afternoon of fun on the Plaza for all ages.
free entry
The Wheel of Nouns at Waterside
Game show meets cabaret in this witty, warm production exploring gender, queerness, and why it all matters.
from £12.00
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Pride in Trafford 2025
Trafford’s six-day celebration of LGBTQ+ arts is back with performance, comedy, conversation and family fun across Sale and Altrincham.
from £0.00
BUFF at Waterside
A funny, moving solo play about body image, dating apps, and the messy road to self-acceptance, happening as part of Pride in Trafford.
from £13.00
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I Was Dancing in the Lesbian Bar at Waterside
Step into Holly Redford-Jones’ bold, award-winning Lesbian Bar – a wild, witty celebration of queer nightlife and the women who shaped it.
from £10.00
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John Hegley at Waterside Arts
Celebrated poet and musician John Hegley is back at Waterside Arts with his latest show, An American In Luton.
from £8.50Where to go near Axis Arts Centre
Crewe
Quaker’s Coppice
A beautiful area of ancient woodland on the edge of Crewe. It feels ancient and has a special atmosphere. Make sure you take your camera. There is always something worth looking at and enjoying whether it is the trees or the wildlife.
Cheshire
The Sydney Arms
The Sydney Arms in Crewe is a Robinson’s community pub, set in beautiful greenery and with a large and secure beer garden.
Crewe
Crewe Heritage Centre
Steam into 175 years of railway history at Crewe Heritage Centre with exhibits that tell the story of Crewe’s train building days and the locomotion connection.
Crewe
Platform Theatre Company
Platform Theatre Company is an innovative theatre dedicated to promoting new work and voices in the cultural sector.
Crewe
Gio’s Italian
Gio’s Italian has produced homemade Italian food since 1987. The talented chefs use fresh produce and make the dough and pasta from scratch to ensure that all guests can enjoy an authenic Italian experience.
Crewe
The Waverley Hotel
The hotel is in a quiet location but just a stroll away from the many pubs and restaurants on the Nantwich Road & surrounding areas. Within walking distance of the town centre, where the Lyceum Theatre, the Limelight Club and other entertainments can be found.
Crewe
Alexandra Stadium
Crewe’s Alexandra Stadium boasts a 10,000 plus capacity, with crowds flocking to it for regular match days and live events.
Crewe
Crewe Market Hall
Crewe Market Hall offers shopping and dining under one roof, bringing street food, fresh food produce and independent retail together.
Crewe
Tom’s Tap and Brewhouse
Bar and brewery based in Crewe that serves a variety of beer, cider, cocktails, gin, rum & wine. LGBTQ+ inclusive, #everyonewelcome member. Dog Friendly, child friendly until 8pm (not in main bar).
Crewe
Hops Belgian Bar
Hops Belgian Bar is a cafe-come-bar offering a range of bottled beers, draught Belgian ales, ciders, continental lagers and cask ales.
Crewe
Crewe Lyceum Theatre
The only Edwardian Theatre in Cheshire, Crewe Lyceum Theatre is the place to experience show-stopping entertainment.
District Guides
Culture Guides
Theatre in the North
Eclectic as ever. You'll find inventive reworkings, world-class contemporary dance and Greater Manchester's inaugural Improv Festival in our guide.
Tours and Activities in the North
We've got many a good time in store this month as we round up the best walking tours, cultural classes and makers markets in the land.
Literature Events in the North
We've got laughs and we've got leftfield on the live literature radar this month. Something for everyone, from poets playing with form to short story writers looking long.
Family things to do in the North
With these lighter, brighter days and warmer temperatures, it's really starting to feel like summer here in the North West!
Music in the North
Open air clubs, new festivals and long-awaited gigs. The North West's live music scene is heating up this spring.
Classical Music in the North
Read our latest highlights from the live classical music offer in Manchester and the North, taking in a number of the region's most cherished orchestral forces and venues.
Exhibitions in the North
Willow weaving, textile collages, digital arts and ecology - all this and more in our exhibition top picks this month
Cinema in the North
Live scores, midnight movies and the latest from Wes Anderson are just some of our upcoming film highlights.