5 things to do in the North West this weekend

Bear Grylls Survival Race
Take on the challenge on Saturday and get involved in the Bear Grylls Survival Race at Tatton Park in Knutsford. There will be something for the whole family, with opportunities to take part in 5km or 10km races as well as a range of survival challenges that will get you prepared for any sticky situation you could ever find yourself in! Find out more here.

Transport Festival
The Birkenhead Park Festival of Transport returns to the town this weekend. The festival, what will take place on both Saturday and Sunday, will celebrate transport through the ages, from the Victorian and Edwardian era to the present day. There will be steam traction engines, brass bands, trade stands, vintage buses and steam boats for the family to enjoy. Find out more here.

Romeo and Juliet
One of the most loved plays of all time arrives at Altrincham Garrick Theatre this week, with it bringing the tragic love story of the Montague and Capulet families. This version of the play, that is on until Saturday 15th September, will have a brand new telling and will be set in a world of music, fame and money. Find out more here.

Macclesfield Art Fair
Now in its 10th year, the Macclesfield Art Fair returns this week. The event will showcase work by over 100 local artists, many of who have international reputations. The event, which has its last day on Saturday 25th September, will be donating over 35% of their sales to East Cheshire Hospice and will also play host to a range of talks and tours. Find out more here.

Twopence to Cross the Mersey
Liverpool Royal Court will play host to Twopence to Cross the Mersey this week. The story follows a young girl and her family who are suddenly thrown into poverty. They leave their comfortable middle-class life in the South West and head to Liverpool, where they are in terrible shock and are set to learn how to survive in the slums. Find out more here.