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Things to do in Trafford

Discover what's on and where to go in Trafford, Greater Manchester's cultural borough.

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Highlights

Our pick of what's on in Trafford.

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7 September 2026 – 8 March 2027

Workshops and Clubs, Altrincham

Trafford Roses Against Violence

Help to create 10,000 handmade purple roses as part of Trafford’s Roses Against Violence campaign for International Women’s Day. The roses will form a powerful public installation for International Women’s Day 2027, helping to shine a light on violence against women and girls and inspire collective action across Trafford.

2 June – 1 November

Arts and Culture, Altrincham

The Botanical World of Mary Delany

Discover the pioneering technique of this eighteenth-century artist, whose ‘paper mosaicks’ were celebrated as scientifically accurate botanical specimens.

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28 October

Arts and Culture, Sale

Frontier Sapiens Adventure Film Festival

The Frontier Sapiens Adventure Film Festival showcases an awe-inspiring line-up of films from some of the world’s best filmmakers.

What's on

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1 September – 1 November

Families, Altrincham

From Here to There: a tour for children

Pack your bags and get ready for Speechly's tour of the historic house.

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21 September – 1 November

Sports and Leisure, Altrincham

sanctum at Dunham Massey

Immerse yourself in the calming effects of sound and light on water, surrounded by the reverence of the chapel.

1 August 2026 – 27 March 2027

Families, Stretford

Saturday LEGO® Club at Stretford Library

Build epic creations, tackle exciting challenges and enjoy family fun together at this weekly LEGO® Club.

10 October

Theatre and Performance, Sale

Vonda Shepard

Following the success of Vonda’s recent barnstorming UK tours which sold out venues across the country, Vonda will be returning to play a set of greatest hits and favourites from her many albums.

Venues

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Golden Hill Park Car Park

Golden Hill Park is a green area in Urmston that includes a car park, a children's play area, a grassed sports area, an ornamental walled garden, Bowling Club houses and a Bowling Green.

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Gorse Hill Park

Situated right next to Stretford Sports Village, Gorse Hill Park is a lovely green space in Stretford. There are both infant and junior play areas, as well as a kickabout area.