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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend

11–12 July Near Thelwall

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 Thelwall, 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 Thelwall

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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.

6.2 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

3.3 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.

8.1 milesSun 12 Jul11:00
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Community
Teddy Beat Picnic at St Paul's Church, Monton;9

Teddy Beat Picnic at St Paul's Church, Monton;

at St Andrew's Church

Teddy Beat Picnic at St Paul's Church, Monton; Saturday 11th July 2026 Occurring for 2 hours, 15 mins Venue St Paul's Church Monton Address Egerton Road MONTON, Eccles M30 9LR, M30 9LR, United Kingdom Please join us for a fun afternoon at St Paul's Church in Monton on Saturday, 11th July 2026! The event is on from 2pm - 4:15pm with the doors opening at 1:45pm. Bring your Teddies! Come on the Paw Hunt, Rap with Bramble The Teddy who loves to sing and hear his story! Small snack box provided for your picnic! Fantastic ABBA Duo, Monton Green Primary School Choir, Games, Quizzes and much more! Booking essential; please use the QR Code on the poster or email: [email protected] ~ all proceeds are for Salford Foodbank and church community outreach. Event held in a Church Choir Event held in a Community Space Family Friendly Fundraising Refreshments Singing

10.5 milesSat 11 Jul15:00
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Community
Dr. Jazz and the Cheshire Cats Swingin' At The Movies10

Dr. Jazz and the Cheshire Cats Swingin' At The Movies

at The Plaza

Swingin’ at the Movies Join Dr Jazz and the Cheshire Cats big band for an evening of movie magic as we head back to the heyday of the Plaza with themes and songs made famous on the silver screen. Including classics from the Cotton Club, James Bond and the Pink Panther, as well as more recent favourites from Austin Powers, When Harry Met Sally and the Incredibles. With two fantastic vocalists there’ll be hits from the likes of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Ella Fitzgerald and Judy Garland, bringing back the sounds of the Golden Age of Hollywood. Dr Jazz and the Cheshire Cats is a 20-piece big band based in Lymm, Cheshire, and they perform regularly at venues around the North West. Buy Tickets

15.2 milesSat 11 Jul
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Live Music

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