10 things to do this weekend in the North West
Sing at Sound City
Back for another year at Bramley Moore Dock in Liverpool, Sound City is the biggest international music, digital and film festival in the UK. It returns this weekend with the likes of The Coral and Catfish and the Bottlemen headlining. Other acts over the two days include Liverpool’s own Circa Waves, The Libertines’ Peter Doherty and The Dandy Warhols. Alongside the music, there are also conferences, workshops and sofa sessions for you to enjoy! Find out more here.
Jump over Manchester
Admire the views of Manchester for a minute this bank holiday weekend before getting the adrenaline thrill you’ve been after. Head to Salford Quays and take part in a 160-foot bungee jump! UK Bungee Club is the leading bungee jumping company in the UK, so you can guarantee a great day with your friends and family. Are you ready for the jump? Get booking your place here.
Head back to the 40s
Get your glad rags out the wardrobe and head back to the fabulous 1940s this weekend at the East Lancashire Railway in Bury. The event is back for its 17th year with something for all the family. Sing along to 40’s favourites with singers and musicians, look at vintage and military vehicle displays as well as seeing battle scenarios. There will also be opportunities for you to have a 1940s makeover and take part in an afternoon tea dance, delightful! Find out more here.
Enjoy all the ale
Discover your new favourite cider and ale this weekend at Anderton Beer Festival! Head to Anderton Boat Lift in Cheshire on Saturday or Sunday and mingle among other real ale fans whilst tasting a whole range of fine ales and ciders. There will be live entertainment from local acts for you to enjoy in the evening too. Find out more on their Facebook page here. Alternatively, call 0161 06786777 to book.
Musical for mods
Reminisce on the magic of the swinging 60s this weekend with SHOUT! The Mod Musical at the Royal Court in Liverpool. It’s a non-stop party of infectious pop classics like Downtown and Son of a Preacher Man. Set in London in the early 60s, the story follows the lives of five women who are all facing tough relationship problems. You are guaranteed to feel good after this fun and colourful show! Find out more and book tickets here.
Get down to the farm
As part of the Amazed by Science Festival, Tatton Dale Farm in Knutsford are encouraging families to enjoy different workshops this weekend where you can all learn about farm life, technology and agriculture. Saturday and Sunday sees the sheep shearing workshop arrive and you will have the opportunity to meet the chicks and ducklings of the farm on Monday! Find out more here.
Be crafty and creative
This bank holiday sees the Lancaster Comedy and Arts weekend return for a second year. The weekend will feature local artists and workshops for you to get involved in. There will also be street entertainment and evening shows for you and your family to enjoy. Local and nationally celebrated artists will showcase their work in venues across the city like the Marketgate Shopping Centre, Lancaster Castle and The Townhouse Gallery. With different trails and colouring competitions, there is something to suit every palette there. It’s also completely free. Find out more here.
Here we go again…
The ultimate feel-good musical Mamma Mia is back at The Palace Theatre in Manchester. The story of love and friendship, which is set on a gorgeous Greek island, is cleverly told through the songs of everyone’s favourite 70s group, ABBA. The show has thrilled audiences worldwide and now it’s your chance to enjoy it on your doorstep. Purchase tickets for over the weekend here.
Run to rock ‘n’ roll
Get fit in the UK’s capital city of music this weekend and take part in Liverpool’s Rock ‘n’ Roll marathon. The course, which you can enjoy on both Saturday and Sunday, will feature a scenic tour of the city and passes through all the famous landmarks. Start and finish at the iconic waterfront, where you will also enjoy the music of CAST when you end the course as the Liverpool band rock the stage! Find out more here.
Have fun in NYC
Head to Preston Guild Hall on Saturday night to enjoy Tell Me on a Sunday! The show, which stars Jodie Prenger, is an Andrew Lloyd Webber classic. The story follows a young English girl on her adventures in New York in the 1980’s. The optimistic girl seeks to find success and love in the city, but soon discovers that she has been looking for love in all the wrong places. Enjoy the original score featuring the likes of Take That Look Off Your Face and follow the wonderful storyline. Find out more here.
