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What's on in Portwood

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

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Wacky Wednesdays | Gravel Rides

Weekly friendly gravel rides starting and finishing at Station South. Each week, we head out to find another cool off-road trail, tunnel, bridge or canal path as a group. Whacky […]

Wed 22 JulStation South(2.5mi)

via Station South

Quizzed by Cooper pres. The Station South Quiz

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Around £2

Quizzed by Cooper pres. The Station South Quiz

Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday you are cordially invited to come and get ‘Quizzed by Cooper’ at the legendary Station South Quiz where big brains (and lucky guesses!) can win big prizes, all within the cosy confines of our Station Hall.

Wed 22 JulStation South(2.5mi)

via Station South

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(4.5mi)

via 84 Plymouth GroveLocal gem

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Toddle In

We keep tabs on Ford's Lane Evangelical Church so you don't have to. Toddle In caught our eye — see if it catches yours.

Wed 22 Jul09:00Ford's Lane Evangelical Church(4.2mi)

via Ford's Lane Evangelical Church

Community

ROC Chat Support

One for the diary — ROC Chat Support at Message Community Church. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Wed 22 Jul10:00Message Community Church(4.6mi)

via Message Community Church

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Tots Group

Tots Group is happening at Message Community Church. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Wed 22 Jul10:00Message Community Church(4.6mi)

via Message Community Church

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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(1.5mi)

via St Martin's, Stockport

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(0.5mi)

via DreamcatcherLocal 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(3.7mi)

via Birch Community Centre

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Pub Grub Served Wed to Sat ⇊

The full scoop on Pub Grub Served Wed to Sat ⇊ lives over on The Angel's site. We're just the friendly messenger.

Wed 22 Jul13:00The Angel(3.3mi)

via The AngelCurated

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Evergreen

22/07/2026 - 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Wed 22 Jul13:30Our Lady and St Christopher Roman Catholic Church(1.8mi)

via Our Lady and St Christopher Roman Catholic Church

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Digital Champion Tea and Tech - What do you want to learn

Digital Champion training for July – What do you want to learn, and feedback session. Your chance to have your say on what topics we cover in our Tea and Tech sessions! From the NHS app to library services, from Apple or Android skills to avoiding scams – where do you want to brush up your skills? What have learners asked you for this year? Chat to us about what you think of our face to face and hybrid ‘Tea and Tech’ sessions. Do you prefer our training on Learn Worlds, or like meeting in person? We’ll also be asking for your feedback on your volunteering experience with us, your chance to discuss what works, or doesn’t work for you. We’ll use these suggestions to improve, and to plan next year’s Tea and Tech sessions. RSVP to Clara essential so we know numbers!

Wed 22 Jul14:00Start Point Coffee Shop(2mi)

via Start Point Coffee Shop

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E-Sports Gaming

Message Community Church is putting on E-Sports Gaming and we're making sure you know about it. Job done. Details on their site.

Wed 22 Jul14:00Message Community Church(4.6mi)

via Message Community Church

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E-Sports Gaming

Found this on Message Community Church's radar. E-Sports Gaming — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Wed 22 Jul16:00Message Community Church(4.6mi)

via Message Community Church

DanceSports & Fitness

Genetik Youth Group - Dance, Music Production, Vocals, Football, Gaming

Right then — Genetik Youth Group - Dance, Music Production, Vocals, Football, Gaming at Message Community Church. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Wed 22 Jul18:45Message Community Church(4.6mi)

via Message Community Church

Food & DrinkWorkshops & Classes

Around £ 85.00

Korean Cookery Class

Korean Food has an emphasis on vegetables, meats cooked simply and without much oil. It looks beautiful and has bold crave-worthy flavours. Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration. Eat as you cook and takeaway your creations. You will leave with tips and tricks to cook more delicious dishes at home. Example dishes: For allergies & dietaries let us know in the booking notes. Pork Mandu – For GF participants: you’ll join the folding process, then eat a version with an alternative wrapper. Kimbap – Similar looking to sushi but very different flavours and no raw fish. Korean Fried Chicken – Light and crispy on the outside, juicy in the middle. What’s included: A Complimentary 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

Wed 22 Jul19:00Food Sorcery Cookery School, Didsbury(3.2mi)

via Food Sorcery Cookery School, DidsburyCurated

Workshops & Classes

Didsbury

Wed 22 Jul19:00Food Sorcery Cookery School, Didsbury(3.2mi)

via Food Sorcery Cookery School, DidsburyCurated

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Venues with events near Portwood

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

Station South2.5 miles away Dreamcatcher0.5 miles away St Martin's, Stockport1.5 miles away

More about Portwood

Greater Manchester, England

Portwood 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 Portwood 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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