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Zumba – Thursdays

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Tue 21 JulGreenmount Old School Community Centre(4.4mi)

via Greenmount Old School Community Centre

Children & Family

Grow Baby

Grow Baby — brought to you by St Peter's Church and surfaced by us. A beautiful collaboration, if we do say so ourselves.

Tue 21 Jul09:30St Peter's Church(0.7mi)

via St Peter's Church

Theatre

Kingdom Play

Kingdom Play? At St Peter's Church? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Tue 21 Jul09:30St Peter's Church(0.7mi)

via St Peter's Church

Community

Around £10

Intensive Swimming Lessons: Irlam

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 on the below dates at Irlam & Cadishead Leisure Centre: Date Time Stage suitable Tuesday 21st July 9:00 – 10:00am Stage 2 Thursday 23rd July 9:00 – 10:00am Stage 2 Suitable for ages 3 and over. Cost £10 for 1 hour lesson. Booking Book online or call or visit your local leisure centre to secure a place.

Tue 21 Jul10:00Broughton Leisure Centre(4.7mi)

via Broughton Leisure Centre

Community

Coffee & Chat

If anyone is feeling a bit isolated and lonely and would like a coffee, cake and a chat then encourage them to come to the cafe in church, open from 10:00am to 12:00 each Thursday morning, where they’ll receive a warm welcome.

Tue 21 Jul11:00Greenmount Old School Community Centre(4.4mi)

via Greenmount Old School Community Centre

Community

Around £15.40

Intensive Swimming Lessons: Irlam

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. This 2 day course will run on the below dates at Irlam & Cadishead Leisure Centre: Date Time Stage suitable Tuesday 21st & Thursday 23rd July 10:00 – 10:30am Stage 1 Tuesday 21st & Thursday 23rd July 10:30 – 11:00am Pre-school Suitable for ages 3 and over. Cost £15.40 for 2 day course. Booking Book online or call or visit your local leisure centre to secure a place.

Tue 21 Jul11:00Broughton Leisure Centre(4.7mi)

via Broughton Leisure Centre

CommunitySports & Fitness

Tennis & Coffee Morning

Improve your tennis in a fun and social environment. Tea/coffee included and maybe even a biscuit or two to go ... Read More

Tue 21 Jul11:30Holcombe Brook Tennis Club(4.1mi)

via Holcombe Brook Tennis Club

Community

Around £4.90

Splash: Swinton

Dive into fun at our popular Splash Sessions – perfect for families and young swimmers! Enjoy a lively session with floats, games and plenty of laughter in the pool. For safety, all children aged under 8 must be accompanied by an adult (18+). Sessions: Running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00-2:00pm & 2:00-3:00pm on: Tuesday 21st July Thursday 23rd July Tuesday 28th July Thursday 30th July Tuesday 4th August Thursday 6th August Tuesday 11th August Thursday 13th August Tuesday 18th August Thursday 20th August Tuesday 25th August Thursday 27th August Prices: Adult: £4.90 Junior: £3.30 Family Pass (2 adults, 2 children): £14.20 Members: FREE No pre-booking needed. Simply pay at reception on arrival. Sessions are available on a first come, first served basis.

Tue 21 Jul14:00Broughton Leisure Centre(4.7mi)

via Broughton Leisure Centre

Community

Coming soon

Bury’s vinyl record store Wax and Beans bring As It Is to Bury in celebration of their new album.

Tue 21 Jul14:30The Met(1.8mi)

via The MetLocal gem

Likely freeChildren & FamilyCommunity

Oldham, Cared for Children (Primary School Age) Drop-in Service

Early Break’s Cared for Children (C4C) team in Oldham offers free, specialist emotional health and wellbeing support for children and young people who are secondary school age and are looked after by Oldham local authority.

Tue 21 Jul15:30Early Break(1.2mi)

via Early Break

Children & Family

Tuesday’s LTA Youth Blue

At the Blue stage, children will learn fundamental skills for tennis through play in a fun, stimulating and safe environment. ... Read More

Tue 21 Jul17:15Holcombe Brook Tennis Club(4.1mi)

via Holcombe Brook Tennis Club

Community

Vex & Robotics

Vex & Robotics club every Tuesday from 5-7pm.

Tue 21 Jul18:00St Mary's Youth Center(2.7mi)

via St Mary's Youth CenterLocal gem

Children & Family

Tuesday’s LTA Youth Junior

At the Yellow stage, children are now playing on a full size court with the balls the professionals use. Children ... Read More

Tue 21 Jul18:00Holcombe Brook Tennis Club(4.1mi)

via Holcombe Brook Tennis Club

Community

Online Book Club

Does your busy schedule make it hard to attend a meeting? Join our Online Book Club where you can relax, read, and socialise from the comfort of your own home. By utilising the Borrowbox app, the book selections have been tailor made so that readers can either listen to the book on audio, read the e-book, or if you prefer a physical copy, you can order one from the library. It doesn’t matter how you read the book, you can join us and engage in the discussion surrounding the latest trending titles. We meet online on the third Tuesday of every month at 7pm. For more information, please

Tue 21 Jul20:00Broughton Leisure Centre(4.7mi)

via Broughton Leisure Centre

Community

Rockfit with Tia

Every Tuesday night in the hall Please contact for details or go to our facebook page.

Tue 21 Jul20:30St Johns & St Marks(2.8mi)

via St Johns & St MarksLocal gem

Community

Men's Club Summer BBQ

The summer BBQ will be on July 22 in Peter O’ Neill Hall starting with social hour at 5:00 p.m. Please note the change in date due to the Totus Tuus program use of...

Wed 22 JulGuardian Angels R C Church(2.3mi)

via Guardian Angels R C ChurchLocal gem

Community

Around £25

Gents Team Open

A second date for the Gents Team Open, same core setup, team Stableford over a full day of starts. Book early to secure your preferred tee time. Date: 22 July 2026 Tee times: 8:00am to 3:00pm Format: Team of 4 Stableford Handicap limit: 28 Entry fee: £25 Entries close: 21 July 2026 Catering and bar are open, buggy and trolley hire is available, buggies are available up to 1.30pm.

Wed 22 Jul09:00Bury Golf Club(0.2mi)

via Bury Golf Club

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Venues with events near Blackford Bridge

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

St Peter's Church0.7 miles away Bury Golf Club0.2 miles away Early Break1.2 miles away

More about Blackford Bridge

Greater Manchester, England

Blackford Bridge 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 Blackford Bridge 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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