The weather forecast for the weekend is looking good, and there is no football on the telly, so get out of the house and enjoy yourself at these fabulous events, ideal for all the family.
Bridgewater Weekender – Saturday 16 – Sunday 17 June – 10am – 5pm
It’s back ! last years Bridgewater Weekender brought thousands of you outdoors to explore the delights of Salford’s Bridgewater Canal.
There will be lots of family fun, entertainment, music, heritage and crafts. It’s a great chance to explore the canal and the spaces next to it. This year we’ll be at 4 locations over the 2 days – so why not come along to all that’s on offer over the weekend.
Starting at 10:00am on Saturday at Barton Aqueduct Pocket Park is a fun packed morning of bridge related activities.
At Particroft celebrate ‘journeys’ at the very spot where the first intercity railway crosses the first true British canal.
On Saturday afternoon at Bridgewater Park in Boothstown have a fabulous woodland fun day suitable for the whole family
On Sunday Worsley Green plays host to ‘The Fair on The Green’ with performers, artists, children’s activities, craft stalls and the customary tea and cakes…. And also be spilling over the Humpback Bridge for some canal side capers.
Pink Picnic – Saturday 16 July 2016 – 13:00 to 18:00
This annual picnic has moved from Peel Park to Green Grosvenor Park in Broughton for one year only.
This flamboyant, friendly, and free event is organised by the city’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender network. The afternoon includes live music from local bands, food, stalls, colorful costumes, face painting, bouncy castle and sunny spots for a summer picnic.
Ordsall Festival – Saturday 23 July 2016 – 12:00 to 17:00
Traditional community festival with loads of free fun activities for the family. Bouncy castles, face painting, refreshments, games, sports and a live music stage.
Ordsall Dog Show from 1.30pm with a huge basket-full of doggy prizes for each category.
Ordsall Hall Garden Party – Sunday 17 July 2016 – 12:00 to 16:00
Head to the hall for an afternoon of fun and games for the whole family at our annual summer Garden Party.
Explore the hall, see birds of prey, enjoy live performances from the Honour Choir, MAPAS and SCL School of Dance and pick up a gift or some food & drink at one of the stalls. Children can have a go on the bouncy castle and fairground rides, get their face painted, meet Maleficent and take part in some giant games and Salford Community Leisure sporting activities.
There’s also a raffle, quizzes and a treasure hunt to try, or simply relax and discover the holistic treatments on offer in the City Spirit marquee.
As parking is limited, why not use the metrolink, Exchange Quay stop is just a 5 minute walk from the hall. Further details about the maintenance works can be found here.
Entry to the event is free, but charges may apply for some activities. Donations are welcome, and all money raised will go towards supporting the upkeep of the hall.
Dogs in Salford Festival – Sunday 24 July 2016 – 11:00 to 15:00
Join the dog wardens at Clifton Country Park on Sunday 24 July for this year’s Dogs in Salford Festival. Last year we hosted our very first festival which was a huge success in bringing awareness to mistreated dogs in Salford and raising money for Rochdale Dog Rescue. Checkout the photos from the Dogs in Salford Festival 2015.
Starting from 11.00am and finishing at 3.00pm, this year’s festival will include a dog competition, agility course, free micro chipping, rescue stalls as well as fun activities including bouncy castles, face painting and balloon modelling.
The dog competition will consist of six categories costing £1 to enter each category. The categories are Waggiest Tail, Best Handler under 12 years old, Prettiest Girl, Handsome Boy, Best Scruff, Golden Oldie (for dogs seven years and older). The winners from each category will then be entered in to the best in show. Each winner will receive a rosette, certificate and a prize for the dog.
The festival is to promote responsible dog ownership, recognise the people that have helped to reunite dogs with their owners, raise awareness and much-needed money for Rochdale Dog Rescue
