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The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Bowker Vale.

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Community

Grief Support Group for Men After a Substance-Use Death

This group is for men grieving someone’s death that was caused by substance use in any way, whether the manner of death was accidental overdose, suicide, homicide, medical complication, or some other kind of accident. Peer grief support helps individuals cope with the death of a family member or other beloved person, and engages people who have had a similar experience of loss in helping each other.

Wed 22 JulChris's Corner(3.5mi)

via Chris's Corner

Community

AA Men's Step Into Recovery

A weekly AA meeting based on the book Touchstones: A Book of Daily Meditations for Men by Colleen McCullough. This meeting is held on Tuesdays at the Hamilton House from 7-8 pm. Entrance is on the left side of the building. “Brotherhood of man, fight for recovery daily.”

Wed 22 JulChris's Corner(3.5mi)

via Chris's Corner

Community

The Spy Who Came in from The Cold

Deep undercover, he finds his convictions tested and his defences breached by Liz Gold, a quietly defiant librarian whose compassion threatens to thaw his frostbitten heart.

Wed 22 JulThe Lowry Mall Salford Quays, Manchester(3.4mi)

via The Lowry Mall Salford Quays, ManchesterLocal gem

Community

Pub? By Keira Heckman

Pub? follows the staff at the newly reopened Legless Lamb Inn, as they debrief after the world’s worst shift. Together they recount the errors of the night, sorting over-enthusiastic teenage waitresses, sexually charged chefs, and creepy customers, all to get an answer to that all important question: who’s to blame for everything that went wrong?

Wed 22 JulSalford Arts Theatre(3.4mi)

via Salford Arts TheatreLocal gem

Community

Around £2.70

Fresh Offers from our Jigsaw Café

Fresh Offers from our Jigsaw Café Jigsaw Cafe is turning up the warmth and flavour and extending the opening hours till 4PM starting next week! Looking for a cosy corner to chill, chat or treat yourself to something tasty? Come and enjoy freshly cooked meals, hot brews, and friendly faces at Jigsaw Café at Langworthy Cornerstone Centre, right in the heart of Salford. What’s on Offer: Discount breakfast deal : Rijo Coffee and a Pastry for £2.70 Winter warmer combo: a warm bowl of porridge and a cheese toastie/sandwich for £4 Over 55s Breakfast : Toast or crumpets or warm porridge + a brew for just 50p Loyalty Perk : Buy 6 Rijo coffees, get your 7th cup FREE ! (Rijo: £2.20 Regular / £2.50 Large) New Customer Freebie Free WiFi and parking Free Fruit Fridays 451 Liverpool Street, Salford, M6 5QQ Open Weekdays 9AM – 4PM | Everyone’s Welcome!

Wed 22 JulLangworthy Cornerstone(3.6mi)

via Langworthy CornerstoneLocal gem

Likely freeTalks & Lectures

Talk: Newcomen presents Ingenious Women by Deborah Jaffé

Since Amye Everard Ball became the first woman to be granted an English patent in 1637, hundreds have been awarded to women but rarely cited. These overlooked women navigated legislation and social assumption of their times, to ensure their patents were registered as their own. Referring to themselves as housewives, widows, inventors, scientists, nurses, electricians and engineers, their patents were wide ranging including for industrial machinery, dishwashers, lifesaving equipment, safety devices for train travel, underwear for bicycle riding, stab proof vests, and the teaching of geometry.

Wed 22 JulInternational Anthony Burgess Foundation(3.8mi)

via International Anthony Burgess FoundationLocal gem

Community

The Spy Who Came in from The Cold

Deep undercover, he finds his convictions tested and his defences breached by Liz Gold, a quietly defiant librarian whose compassion threatens to thaw his frostbitten heart.

Wed 22 JulThe Lowry(4.4mi)

via The LowryLocal gem

Children & Family

Puffins, Penguins and Ladybirds: Summer Family Fun

Join us at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House this summer for some family fun to celebrate the National Year of Reading.

Wed 22 Jul84 Plymouth Grove(4.6mi)

via 84 Plymouth GroveLocal 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(3mi)

via Bury Golf Club

Children & Family

Working Together to Safeguard Children

Aim of Session To give workers in the voluntary and community sector a basic…

Wed 22 Jul09:30Salford Veterans Community Centre(4.7mi)

via Salford Veterans Community CentreLocal gem

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(1.9mi)

via Broughton Leisure Centre

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(3.7mi)

via St Luke's ChurchLocal 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(1.7mi)

via St James' Church, BroughtonLocal 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(3.5mi)

via Aviva StudiosLocal gem

Community

FEEDMYCITY

FEEDMYCITY provide simple, free and vegetarian hot meals.

Wed 22 Jul11:30St Paul's Church(3.1mi)

via St Paul's ChurchLocal gem

Talks & Lectures

Talk and Weigh

Meets Wednesdays, 10.30am-12.30pm.

Wed 22 Jul11:30Zion Community Resource Centre(4.2mi)

via Zion Community Resource CentreCurated

Community

THC Vapes Bitesize Briefing - Rochdale

Join us for a short, focused lunchtime briefing designed to update professionals working with children and young people on the emerging trends around THC and THC vapes.

Wed 22 Jul12:00Early Break(3.8mi)

via Early Break

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Venues with events near Bowker Vale

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

St James' Church, Broughton1.7 miles away Broughton Leisure Centre1.9 miles away Bury Golf Club3.0 miles away

More about Bowker Vale

Greater Manchester, England

Bowker Vale 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 Bowker Vale 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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