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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend

11–12 July Near Grappenhall

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.

Happening Saturday 11 July to Sunday 12 July.
Picked for Grappenhall, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

Our 10 picks near Grappenhall

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Storytelling service - 2nd and 4th Sunday each month

at St Mary's Church

A relaxed and family friendly service for parents with young children. Based on Godly Play, the service begins with a song in the chancel before one of the children leads us through to our 'special place' for a story (told using wooden figures and simple scenery). The story is followed by a short time for prayer and then 'the feast' which comprises a biscuit and drink for the children. We then go back to the chancel for two more songs (usually noisy with instruments), after which the children have themed craft in our newly restored meeting area. There is a chair lift available for wheelchair users. Adults have tea, coffee and biscuits while their children engage in craft activities craft, although we encourage them to get stuck in as well.

6.9 milesSun 12 Jul10:30
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Community
Wine, Olive Oil & Coffee Tasting Experience2

Wine, Olive Oil & Coffee Tasting Experience

at Duda Coffee Roasters

Join us for A Journey of Taste – Pressed, Poured and Brewed at The Roastery!Step into an immersive tasting experience featuring world-class wines, exceptional olive oils, and of course, speciality coffee - designed for true food lovers, gastronomes, and curious palates. Journey through flavour, craftsmanship, and stor

3.2 milesSun 12 Jul
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Food & Drink

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Sunday School

at Leigh Vicarage

Sunday School commences during the 10.00am service. It is lead by parishioners from the church and linked school community, who are dedicated in aiding the growth of children and young peoples growing faith, through age appropriate Bible stories and arts and crafts. To book onto a Sunday School session please use our facebook page - St Mary The Virgin, Sunday School Parents.

8.5 milesSun 12 Jul11:00
CuratedSee the details→
Community

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