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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend in Mere (Cheshire East)

10 picks around Mere (Cheshire East), from 6 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.

25–26 July Near Mere (Cheshire East)

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 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for Mere (Cheshire East), 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 Mere (Cheshire East)

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Services

at St Paul's Church

Services Occurring Every Sunday at for 1 hour Venue St Paul's Address Chester Rd, near Knutsford. Over Tabley Manchester, WA16 0PP, United Kingdom Sunday 26th July 8.15 Holy Communion St Mary Rostherne 9.30 Storytelling Service Sunday 26th July 11.00 Holy Communion St Paul Over Tabley Sunday 26th July 9.30 CW Eucharist St Mark Dunham Massey August Sunday 2nd August 11.00 Holy Communion St Mary Rostherne Sunday 2nd August 11.00 Holy Communion Holy Trinity Little Bollington Sunday 2nd August 9.30 CW Eucharist St Mark Dunham Massey Sunday 9th August 8.15 Holy Communion St Mary Rostherne Sunday 9th August 11.00 Holy Communion Holy Trinity Little Bollington Sunday 9th August 9.30 CW Morning Praise Sunday 16th August 11.00 Holy Communion St Mary Rostherne Sunday 16th August 11.00 Holy Communion St Paul Over Tabley Sunday 16th August 9.30 CW Eucharist St Mark Dunham Massey Sunday 23rd August 8.15 Holy Communion St Mary Rostherne Sunday 23rd August 11.00 Holy Communion St Paul Over Tabley Sunday 23rd August 9.30 CW Eucharist St Mark Dunham Massey Sunday 30th August 11.00 Holy Communion St Mary Rostherne Sunday 30th August 9.30 CW Eucharist St Mark Dunham Massey Night Prayer

1.1 milesSun 26 Jul09:15
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Religion & Spirituality
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Storytelling service - 2nd and 4th Sunday each month at 9.30am

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.

1.6 milesSun 26 Jul09:30
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Religion & Spirituality

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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.

1.6 milesSun 26 Jul10:30
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Community
Byob Pottery Painting Evening4

Byob Pottery Painting Evening

at Knutcraft Pottery Painting Cafe

What's On! BOOK ONLINE & SECURE YOUR PLACE Service Information BYOB Pottery Painting Evening 25th July Saturday 25th July from 6.30pm bring a bottle, a friend, a date or come along solo for some you-time Read More Loading days... 2 hr 15 British pounds £15 BOOK ONLINE BYOB Pottery Painting Evening 29th Aug Saturday 29th Aug from 6.30pm bring a bottle, a friend, a date or come along solo for some you-time! Read More Loading days... 3 hr 15 British pounds £15 BOOK ONLINE The Book Club Thing Tues 8/9, 7-9ish £3 Book club at Knutcraft! £3pp goes to Cancer Research - for two hours of unbridled book chat! Read More Loading days... 3 British pounds £3 BOOK ONLINE

1.7 milesSat 25 Jul£15
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Arts & Culture
Redesmere Fete Service5

Redesmere Fete Service

at All Saints Church

Redesmere Fete Service Occurring Sunday 26 July 2026 at for 1 hour Venue All Saints, Siddington Address Pexhill Road Siddington Macclesfield, SK11 9JP, United Kingdom The service where we will give thanks for the Redesmere Fete, a traditional fete held on the last Saturday in July every year. Following the day of festivities yesterday, when the new Water Lily Queen will have been crowned, we welcome the queen, her retinue and their families into the church for a service of celebration. Event held in a Church All age/Family Choir Evening Worship/Prayer Family Friendly Hymns Music Prayers

9.4 milesSun 26 Jul
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Byob Pottery Painting Evening

at Knutcraft Pottery Painting Cafe

What's On! BOOK ONLINE & SECURE YOUR PLACE Service Information BYOB Pottery Painting Evening 25th July Saturday 25th July from 6.30pm bring a bottle, a friend, a date or come along solo for some you-time Read More Loading days... 2 hr 15 British pounds £15 BOOK ONLINE BYOB Pottery Painting Evening 29th Aug Saturday 29th Aug from 6.30pm bring a bottle, a friend, a date or come along solo for some you-time! Read More Loading days... 3 hr 15 British pounds £15 BOOK ONLINE

1.7 milesSat 25 Jul£15
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BAMBOO7

BAMBOO

at Sallow Tree Concerts

The artists break through the crowds to the empty stage, brandishing a variety of bamboo sticks on which they climb, vault and spin. They discover bundles which unfold into towering sculptures, 6 metres high. The towers morph and evolve into an animated circus installation, with grace and poignancy, impressive feats of strength and agility, humour and humanity, and a sense of “never having seen anything like this before”.

7.5 milesSat 25 Jul
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Pasta Making Class and Meal10

Pasta Making Class and Meal

at Food Sorcery Cookery School, Didsbury

Fresh pasta is a delight, and learning to make it is a life skill that stays with you. During this class, we look at all things pasta – from mixing and kneading pasta dough, to rolling techniques, filling and shaping the dough into several of the most popular varieties. Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration, you will learn to knead, roll, shape and dry home made pasta using easy to buy equipment. We have included making a traditional sauce so you can enjoy eating your creations in our dining area. Join like minded guests on this class to learn about all things pasta. Example dishes: For allergies & dietaries let us know in the booking notes. Note: this is one of the few classes not adaptable to vegan or gluten free diets. Spinach & Ricotta Tortellini – Stuffed homemade pasta, creamy centre with garlic and a hint of nutmeg Egg Yolk Raviolo – pipped filling, cut and cooked Tagliatelle – Ribbon-shaped pasta from Marche region of Italy. Amatriciana Sauce – Flavourful tomato based sauce, perfect to go with your tortellini What’s included: Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar. All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones. Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class. The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you! Skill Level: All Abilities

9.1 milesSat 25 Jul11:00£ 105.00
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