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Community

ROC Chat Support

Right then — ROC Chat Support at Message Community Church. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Wed 22 Jul10:00Message Community Church(3.8mi)

via Message Community Church

Community

Tots Group

Tots Group. Message Community Church. Date's on the card. That's the trailer — their site's got the main feature.

Wed 22 Jul10:00Message Community Church(3.8mi)

via Message Community Church

Community

Around £10

Intensive Swimming Lessons: Swinton

It’s been proven that children learn faster and more effectively when they engage in intensive practice sessions. Enrolling your child in our intensive swimming lessons is a great way to help them improve their swimming abilities and build confidence in the water. Lessons are taught by our dedicated swimming instructors at our swimming pools across the city. Sessions will run for 1 hour on the following dates at Swinton & Pendlebury Leisure Centre: Date Time Stage suitable Wednesday 22nd July 9:00 – 10:00am Stage 1 Thursday 23rd July 9:00 – 10:00am Stage 2 Friday 24th July 9:00 – 10:00am Stage 3 Suitable for ages 4 and over. Cost £10 for 1 hour lesson. Booking Book online or call or visit your local leisure centre to secure a place.

Wed 22 Jul10:00Broughton Leisure Centre(4.1mi)

via Broughton Leisure Centre

Children & FamilyTheatreWorkshops & Classes

BeBu Spanish workshop Bebu Spanish is a musical sensory class in Spanish for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and their...

BeBu Spanish workshop Bebu Spanish is a musical sensory class in Spanish for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and their grownups. Enjoy singing, dancing, instruments, puppets, parachute, bubbles and fun learning activities. When - Wednesday’s 10 am toddlers, 11 am babies with Bettina Bustamante 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Term time only

Wed 22 Jul10:00Saint Matthew's Community Hall(4.1mi)

via Saint Matthew's Community HallCurated

Community

Community Hub

Join us on Wednesday mornings at St Martin's for our new Community Hub service. 10.30-11.00 am - Short simple service After the service we pop the kettle on, and chat over hot drinks and cake. Everyone is welcome to join us, even if you didn't come to the service.

Wed 22 Jul10:30St Martin's, Stockport(3mi)

via St Martin's, Stockport

Arts & Culture

Coffee and Craft Morning

Bring your craft with you and we will provide the warm space, friendly chat and a hot drink.Every wednesday from 10:30-12pm

Wed 22 Jul10:30St Luke's Church(4.5mi)

via St Luke's ChurchLocal gem

Community

Ai Weiwei: Button Up! | Aviva Studios | Manchester

History, power and empire collide in Button Up! – a major new exhibition from the world-leading artist and activist Ai Weiwei

Wed 22 Jul11:00Aviva Studios(2.7mi)

via Aviva StudiosLocal gem

CommunityFood & Drink

Around £2.50

Food Pantry and Lunch Club

The food pantry is an opportunity for people to buy (£2.50 per week) food - fresh, chilled and frozen) donated by the supermarkets - through FareShare and others which is close to date up. For your £2.50 you can get approximately £20.00 worth of food.

Wed 22 Jul11:00St James' Church, Broughton(4.1mi)

via St James' Church, BroughtonLocal gem

Talks & Lectures

Talk and Weigh

Meets Wednesdays, 10.30am-12.30pm.

Wed 22 Jul11:30Zion Community Resource Centre(2.1mi)

via Zion Community Resource CentreCurated

Community

FEEDMYCITY

FEEDMYCITY provide simple, free and vegetarian hot meals.

Wed 22 Jul11:30St Paul's Church(4mi)

via St Paul's ChurchLocal gem

Wellness & Wellbeing

Around £3

Tai Chi

Tai Chi sessions offer a gentle exercise that helps reduce stress, improve posture, balance and general mobility. Our classes are suitable for various fitness levels and also designed to include people with long term chronic health conditions. £3 per session For more information.

Wed 22 Jul12:00Birch Community Centre(0.2mi)

via Birch Community Centre

Likely freeCommunity

Live Well, Work Well

A weekly drop-in offering blood pressure checks, wellbeing advice, and support with job searching and CV building.

Wed 22 Jul12:00Dreamcatcher(3.5mi)

via DreamcatcherLocal gem

Community

Wednesday Welcome

The doors are open, the heating and the lights are on, refreshments are provided, the atmosphere is relaxed. Wednesday Welcome provides a time and a place to chat and make friends.

Wed 22 Jul12:30St John the Baptist Church, Irlam(4.2mi)

via St John the Baptist Church, IrlamLocal gem

Community

Pub Grub Served Wed to Sat ⇊

We've tracked down Pub Grub Served Wed to Sat ⇊ at The Angel. For the rest of the intel, you'll want their website.

Wed 22 Jul13:00The Angel(4.4mi)

via The AngelCurated

Religion & Spirituality

Wednesday Worship

A space for sharing and reflection.

Wed 22 Jul14:00Cross Street Chapel(2.6mi)

via Cross Street Chapel

Community

Ai Weiwei: Button Up! | Aviva Studios | Manchester

History, power and empire collide in Button Up! – a major new exhibition from the world-leading artist and activist Ai Weiwei

Wed 22 Jul14:00Aviva Studios(2.7mi)

via Aviva StudiosLocal gem

Community

E-Sports Gaming

Message Community Church is putting on E-Sports Gaming and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

Wed 22 Jul14:00Message Community Church(3.8mi)

via Message Community Church

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Venues with events near Birchfields

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Aviva Studios2.7 miles away Birch Community Centre0.2 miles away Zion Community Resource Centre2.1 miles away

More about Birchfields

Greater Manchester, England

Birchfields is part of Greater Manchester, with everyday links to nearby towns and city districts. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Birchfields events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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