What's on near Tatton Estate
From wild buildings to wilder characters, explore hidden histories and architectural oddities in the Cheshire town of Knutsford.
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Many LGBTQ+ people who lived through criminalisation are still here, and photographer Steve Reeves is recording their stories.
Free entry
Part performance, part conversation, Hannah Maxwell’s work-in-progress invites audiences into the creative process before its Fringe debut.
Free entry
What counts as as waste and who decides? 21 craft artists from Design Nation challenge our perceptions of material value.
Free entry
Within Chorlton’s Southern Cemetery lie fascinating stories, beautiful architectural details, and the inspiration behind one of The Smith’s best songs.
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Spies, Lies and Deception comes to The Quays, cracking open that window into the shady world of espionage and secret operations.
Free entry
Lowry celebrates its 25th anniversary with a spectacular splash of colour from internationally renowned French artist Camille Walala.
Free entry
Let Seven Bro7hers show you the place where the magic happens with a brewery tour and tasting at their Salford hub.
From £20.00Where to go near Tatton Estate
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.
Inch Arts in Altrincham is an inclusive and welcoming creative community and award-winning arts centre in South Manchester championing creativity among all.
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.
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.
Attractive art venue in Altrincham’s Goose Green Square, surrounded by attractive bars and restaurants.
Specialty coffee shop and small batch specialty roasters
Outstanding Thai cuisine, situated in a classic red brick restaurant with a sleek and modern interior. Visit this for special occasions or lunchtime deals.
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.
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.
Kutchenhaus Altrincham will work with you to create your perfect room layout, select appliances and make sure that your new kitchen fits your lifestyle.
Named after owner Chris’s much-loved and sadly-missed grandmother, Gran T’s Coffee House is independent through and through
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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