A four sided iron clock with trees and houses behind it

Urmston

Combine a welcoming community with parks, grassroots sport and a thriving arts scene – and that’s the essence of Urmston, Flixton and Davyhulme, buzzing hubs of local activity.

Photo: Steve Longbottom

What's On

Warm and inviting scene of a crochet project with a cup of coffee on a vibrant, handmade blanket.

20 May 2026 – 29 December 2027

Festivals and Events, Urmston

Wednesday Crochet Group at Urmston Library

Crochet and connect over a brew at our weekly crochet group!

Little girl in sundress and sunglasses sat in big chair reading big book in a library setting.

30 July 2026 – 25 March 2027

Families, Urmston

Thursday Storytime at Urmston Library

Join this free, weekly Storytime session for under-fives to learn, laugh and have fun at Urmston Library.

30 July 2026 – 25 March 2027

Families, Urmston

Thursday Rhymetime at Urmston Library

Sing, clap, wiggle and smile at Rhymetime! Join this fun and engaging session of songs, nursery rhymes, actions and movement for babies, toddlers and their grown-ups.

Book covers of The Bloody Branch by Brigid Lowe, The Book of Beasts by Elizabeth Sulis Kim and No Fair Maidens by Kim Willis.

10 September

Festivals and Events, Urmston

Folklore and forgotten truths

Meet three authors shedding new light on ancient wisdom and explore our relationship with the natural world. From fictional retellings to emotional journeys, learn how the mythologies of the British Isles have evolved over the years and how they relate to our lives today.