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11–12 July Near Smithy Green
Not every listing gets a golden ticket
These picks come from the same behind-the-scenes legwork that powers Near Here. We check a frankly silly number of local listings, then keep the family-friendly ones that are nearby, properly described, and worth recommending.
Happening Saturday 11 July to Sunday 12 July.
Picked for Smithy Green, 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 Smithy Green
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2Pirates Day & Family Fun Day
Pirates Day & Family Fun Day - Saturday 11th July 2026
14.4 milesSat 11 Jul£10
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3All-Age Family Freindly Service
This is a shorter more informal style of service. Children are encouraged to help to lead this service. It is usually interactive and fun
17.2 milesSun 12 Jul11:30
4Family Fun Day - Celebration of Summer
More info / 5hr / St John's Church and Hall
19.2 milesSat 11 Jul
5Family Fun Day - Celebration of Summer
We are a fellowship of Christian believers in Winsford, Cheshire.
19.2 milesSat 11 Jul13:00
6Drama Kids
at Whittle Hall Community Centre
Drama Kids Saturday, from 9.30am to 12pm.
19.5 milesSat 11 Jul10:30
78Kids - Rugby Party (8's)
15.7 milesSun 12 Jul12:00
9Beginner Intake: Snowboarding
Special intake session for new snowboarders.
23.9 milesSat 11 Jul12:15£12
10Saturday club snowboarding beginner intake
A dedicated beginner intake session for those looking to start snowboarding.
23.9 milesSat 11 Jul12:15£12
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