Tatton Estate
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Tatton Estate
Cheshire’s renowned Tatton Estate is a beautiful patch of Cheshire countryside, playing host to Ashley Hall, which features many family-friendly events and happenings.
What's on near Tatton Estate
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The Secrets of Chorlton
From a hamlet on a road to nowhere to one of Manchester’s most desirable suburbs. What’s the story behind Chorlton-cum-Hardy?
From £20.00
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Spies, Lies and Deception at IWM North
Spies, Lies and Deception comes to The Quays, cracking open that window into the shady world of espionage and secret operations.
Free entry
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Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula the Sea Witch at Lowry
The critically acclaimed parody musical, Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula the Sea Witch returns to Lowry for a five-week Christmas season.
From £19.50
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Murder at Midnight at Lowry
On New Year’s Eve in a quiet corner of Kent, in a single house, secrets inevitably bubble to the surface and a killer lies in wait.
From £25.00
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To Kill A Mockingbird at Lowry
Hailed “unmissable and unforgettable” by Rolling Stone, Aaron Sorkin’s award-winning stage adaptation of To Kill A Mockingbird comes to Salford.
From £22.50
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Camille Walala: Square Eyes at Lowry
Lowry celebrates its 25th anniversary with a spectacular splash of colour from internationally renowned French artist Camille Walala.
Free entry
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The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe at The Lowry
Step through the wardrobe and experience an icy, magic and mystical adventure.
From £19
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The Guardians of Living Matter at Lowry
A new Lowry exhibition pitches us into 2076, where mycelium and AI entwine to ease the climate crisis together.
Where to go near Tatton Estate
Altrincham
The Bowdon Rooms in Altrincham
Boasting stunning Edwardian architecture with Art Deco influences, The Bowdon Rooms is a highly sought after wedding venue, conference centre and events hub located in the picturesque village of Bowden, Altrincham.
Altrincham
Inch Arts in Altrincham
Inch Arts in Altrincham is an inclusive and welcoming creative community and award-winning arts centre in South Manchester championing creativity among all.
Altrincham
Aura Music Academy
Always wanted to learn an instrument? Or looking to build on existing skills? No matter your ability, age or goals, Aura Music Academy has you covered.
Altrincham
The Music Place
Breaking away from the old school of music education, The Music Place in Altrincham is for anyone who’s looking for fun and forward-thinking instrumental lessons.
Manchester
Goose Green Art Gallery
Attractive art venue in Altrincham’s Goose Green Square, surrounded by attractive bars and restaurants.
Altrincham
Two Brothers Coffee
Specialty coffee shop and small batch specialty roasters
Manchester
Phanthong
Outstanding Thai cuisine, situated in a classic red brick restaurant with a sleek and modern interior. Visit this for special occasions or lunchtime deals.
Manchester
Sew Creative Studios
Sew creative brings high quality tailoring skills to everyone and anyone keen to learn. In their free sew workshops you are encouraged to design and create your own projects.
Altrincham
Evuna Altrincham
The award-winning restaurant Spanish restaurant group Evuna’s fourth venue is situated in foodie central Altrincham Trafford. The former Yorkshire bank at 84-86 Stamford New Road will be the first Evuna to house an incredible Tapas bar seating 24 diners along with an open kitchen for customers to see the chefs at work.
Altrincham
Kutchenhaus Altrincham
Kutchenhaus Altrincham will work with you to create your perfect room layout, select appliances and make sure that your new kitchen fits your lifestyle.
Altrincham
Gran T’s Coffee House
Named after owner Chris’s much-loved and sadly-missed grandmother, Gran T’s Coffee House is independent through and through
Altrincham
Everyman Altrincham
Altrincham’s Everyman is a supremely comfortable boutique cinema showing all of the latest blockbusters, independent hits and big screen events.
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