Gemma Gibb

Ear wax, giant cochlea and ossicles, sign language and singing – it’s all about the science of our ears this Saturday.

Magical cycle-powered carousels, multi-sensory stories and huge horticultural-themed adventures for little people connecting us to our natural world.

We can’t wait to dance like wild things to over 20 brilliant bands and artists including Honeyfeet. Not to mention dance workshops with the choreographer from Strictly and 80s Anthems Yoga … bring on the footstomping.

Pack your picnic blankets for artisan food and drink, literary inspired midnight feasts and Custard Catwalks.

Three days of unique experiences that you really can’t get anywhere else – we preview the Tribal Tournament, Midnight Feast and Spellbound Forest at Just So Festival this year. And are off to practise our pillow fighting immediately.

Celebrating 250 years since the first circus in the world was formed by local lad Philip Astley this new lakeside area celebrates the circus and seaside. Daring high wire walks, a Custard Catwalk and curious characters galore.

The enchanting world of Sarah and Duck is brought to life in a brand-new stage show, featuring the wonderful characters from the BAFTA award-winning CBeebies show.

The language of the natural world is brought to life in the world premiere of the outdoor theatre companion to the bestselling book The Lost Words.

A decliciously anarchic adaptation of Roald Dahl’s George’s Marvellous Medicine. Watch as George’s extremely mean Grandma gets a taste of her own medicine.

Stockport’s where it’s HAT for a day of hat-related antics followed by its famous Foodie Friday.

This Easter Heaton Hall will ring out with music and singing. The Classical Concerts feature graduate singing stars from the Royal Northern College of Music; Jenny Carson (soprano), Thomas D Hopkinson (bass), Dan McDwyer (tenor) & the Vine Quar