Stretford

A great place to get active, Stretford's parks are perfect for running, cycling, or walking the dog. But that's not all there is to the area… Discover a thriving creative community delivering events across all art forms.

Photo: Steve Longbottom

What's On

People on a dementia friendly walk in Longford Park

30 September – 28 October

Outdoors and Nature, Stretford

Dementia Friendly Walks

Join City of Trees for a free dementia-friendly nature walk around Longford Park!

9 September 2026 – 31 March 2027

Festivals and Events, Stretford

Wednesday Afternoon 'Forget Me Knits' Knitting Group at Stretford Library

Stitch, chat and create at Stretford Library's 'Forget Me Knits' Knitting Group! A friendly and welcoming group where knitters of all abilities can share skills, make friends and enjoy knitting together in a relaxed library setting.

A group of young people and adults gathered around tables in a colourful creative studio space, surrounded by artwork, painted chairs and art materials.

26 August 2026 – 25 August 2027

Theatre and Performance, Stretford

Treble Makers

Designed for young people aged 16+ with SEND, Treble Makers is ready to rock your world with an incredible opportunity to dive into the realm of music.

31 October 2026 – 27 March 2027

Festivals and Events, Stretford

Saturday Morning Readers’ Group at Stretford Library

Looking for your next great read and some friendly conversation? Pull up a chair, grab a coffee and join this Saturday Morning Readers' Group at Stretford Library.

Venues

Stretford Public Hall

Stretford Public Hall is a community‑owned, multi‑purpose venue run by Friends of Stretford Public Hall, providing accessible spaces and a vibrant programme of arts, music, cinema, and wellbeing activities.

Stretford Sports Village, Chester Centre

A leisure centre including a gym, studio classes, swimming pool and swimming lessons.

The Unofficial Stretford Museum

The Unofficial Stretford Museum is a community-led pop-up space located at Unit 100, King Street in Stretford. An ode to the area's heritage and culture, the space is host to workshops, exhibitions and community projects.

Main entrance of Town Hall and library with Council Coat of Arms etched in glass above and showing rotating glassed entrance doors and people walking towards the building.

Trafford Town Hall Library

A relaxed and accessible library located within Trafford Town Hall, providing books, digital services, computers, and free Wi-Fi in a convenient central location.