A heroic knight sets out, through a forest of forks and a mountain of washing up, to do battle with a vicious set of snapping teeth which threatens a large cake and the community that lives inside it.
Enjoy fun and creative activities designed to encourage your little ones to play freely in the fresh air, while exploring nature and the outdoors with family and friends.
free entry
Find out how the first tourists to the Lake District (a time before mobile phones, specialist clothing and TripAdvisor reviews) experienced the area, in this fascinating new exhibition.
from £6.00
Not only one of Britain’s most picturesque national parks, the Lake District is also brimming with culture. Here’s what’s on over the next few months.
free entry
A day of science, arts, engineering and history featuring hands-on activities for all ages at this free festival.
free entry
Enjoy a wild, evening adventure with the animals as the sun sets on Chester Zoo this summer.
from £10.00
Keep the nature-loving kids entertained with a fun and wild day out at Heaton Park’s Festival of Nature.
free entry
Fancy a taste of Spain without stepping foot out of Manchester? Head down to Cervantes Institute for their Summer Open Day.
free entry
The finest outdoor theatre in the North will host another spectacular summer of performance. Theatre under the stars. Perfect.
from £23.00
There's no rest for the art lover - this month brings outdoor sculpture, musings on water, political drawings and Liverpool Biennial 2023!
We look towards a summer filled with quality festivals, from cultural behemoths to grassroots gems.
The sun has finally got his hat on! Enjoy our top picks of family-friendly events and activities, both indoors and outdoors.
Summer's classical music calendar is filling up nicely! Read our top picks of concerts happening in Manchester and the North.
Books are big this summer, with festival readings, poetry slams, creative writing activities and famous faces all putting in an appearance.
All signs point toward June being a scorcher of a month, so let’s take a look at all things summery food and drink.
From literary activities to brilliant independent shops, keep your minds and homes filled with the good stuff this month.
Check out our updated guide for lively theatre festivals, rip-roaring rooftop circus and dreamy outdoor shows.
