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What’s On August Bank Holiday Weekend in Cheshire & Manchester
24 August - 26 August
Are you looking to make the most of the August Bank Holiday weekend before kids go back to school? I’ve pulled together the events happening and some great ideas for family days out in Cheshire & Manchester. For more ideas this summer check out my Summer Events guide.
SPOTLIGHT – COCKFIELDS FARM PARK FARMLIFE FESTIVAL
The ultimate Farm Festival comes to Cockfields Farm Park this summer. From tiny tots to young-at-heart adults, there’s something for everyone at the Farm Festival! Explore the enchanting farm park transformed into a bustling hub of excitement, with activities and attractions. Meet the animals, get creative with crafts and jump on a tractor ride. We had a great day out here for the Farmlife Festival and particularly loved walking an alpaca.
August Bank Holiday Weekend Events in Cheshire & Manchester
Character Meet and greets, bubble shows, foam parties and play all day at Castaway Play (Congleton)
There are some very special visitors to meet at Castaway Play over the bank holiday weekend. Saturday is Toy Story, Sunday Angel & Stitch and Peppa Pig fans will be in for a treat on Bank Holiday Monday. With all the indoor play fun, bubble shows and a foam party included, there’s a lot of fun to be had.
Bright Lights Big Fun at the Trafford Centre (Manchester)
“Bright Lights, Big Fun” promises a fun day out for the whole family, with attractions including a splash park, giant 600 square metre beach, delicious food trucks, and fairground rides galore! Entry is £2.75 per person but food and rides are extra (rides are between £3-£5). Included in your ticket price: splash pool, beach, face painting, character meet and greets (we met Sky and Chase from Paw patrol). We had such a great day here- our little girl was in the splash pool for hours.
Summer of Stories at Z Arts (Manchester) 24th August FREE
Free family-friendly fun, including storytelling inspired by & celebrating the work of Rob Biddulph as well as drop in Arts and Crafts. Inspired by the newest interactive experience, The 100 Story Hotel which we adored when we visited.
Taylor Swift Tribute Sunset Edition at Cockfields Farm 24th August
Step into Summer Bliss: Join Cockfields Farm Park for the Ultimate Party Night.
Fun for All Ages: From tiny tots to young-at-heart adults, there’s something for everyone at our Sunset Party Nights! Explore our enchanting farm park as the Sunsets and transformed into a bustling hub of excitement, with activities and attractions to delight visitors of all ages.
- Tatton Park Farm Country Fayre (Knutsford) 24th – 26th August
- Your Kaleidoscope at Chester Cathedral (Chester)
- SIX at The Lowry (Manchester)
- Drop in weaving workshop at the Silk Museum (Macclesfield) 24th August FREE
- Treacle Tots at the Silk Museum (Macclesfield) 24th August
- Hope Mill Theatre family fun day (Manchester) 24th August FREE
- Big Machinery Weekend at Libby’s Patch (Macclesfield) 25th – 26th August
- Circus Workshop at Blakemere Village (Northwich) 25th August FREE
- Cheshire Game & Country Fayre (Tabley) 25th – 26th August
- Manifest live music festival (Manchester) 25th August FREE
- Cheshire Ponies unicorn trail (Kelsall, near Chester) 26th August
- Giant Bubbles at Blakemere Village (Northwich) 26th August FREE
- Kenyon Hall Farm Maize Maze (Warrington)
- Jurassic World Exhibition at the Trafford Centre (Manchester)
- After Glow at Chester Zoo (Chester) last chance 25th August
- Ravertots Manchester bank holiday summer party (Manchester) 26th August
- Farm Fest 2024 at Reddish Vale Farm 17th – 26th August (near Stockport)
- Pavilion Gardens August bank holiday weekend family special (Buxton) 24th – 26th August
- Clash of Knights at Beeston Castle (Beeston) 25th – 26th August
- James Richard Circus at Blakemere Village (Northwich) 21st – 26th August FREE
August Bank Holiday Weekend Family Days Out
If the sun’s out then it’s time to hit the beach. There are some really fantastic beaches to explore with kids in the North West. Find the best beaches within a two hour drive from Manchester.
The Crocky Trail will be open every day over the Bank Holiday Weekend. Packed with challenges and adventures, it’s a great fun family day out. The special discount code has been set up through Danglebids and might look a little strange but it’s all totally verified.
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BeWILDerwood, in Cheshire, is a treehouse adventure like no other. You are taken into a wonderful forest, surrounded by treehouses, wobbly wires, slippery slopes, treetop canopies, and wooden play structures. It is a brilliant fun day out suitable for all the family.
Could sunflowers be the happiest flowers? If you’re looking to visit a pick your own sunflower fields this summer there are lots of great options in the North West of England. Find all the North West sunflower fields.
Big Day Out to Chester Zoo
Home to over 37,000 animals from nearly 600 species, this is a brilliant family day out. Check out my Chester Zoo review with top tips for your visit.
There’s nothing better than getting outdoors with the kids for some fresh air and a good run around. It builds up an appetite too and they sleep much better at night! Here’s some great ideas for a family walk in Cheshire.
