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RIDE A REAL GHOST TRAIN
Fancy doing something spooky and different this half-term? Dare you ride a real Ghost Train ....
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GOOSFEST ARTS AND MUSIC FESTIVAL
Goosfest will feature a range of music, comedy, arts, poetry, dance between 7th - 16th October ....
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PLAYDAY 2011 AT HANDFORTH
Come along and meet local community groups in Meriton Road Park ....
LOCO-HAULED EXCURSION TO DARLINGTON AND NEWCASTLE
Book now for the 'North Eastern Express' local-hauled train from Stockport to Darlington, Durham and Newcastle ....
ICE-SKATING IN MANCHESTER
Soak up the festive atmosphere in Manchester, by paying a visit to the Ice Rink at Spinningfields, which will be open until 3rd January 2011.
Spinningfields Ice Rink
MANCHESTER SCIENCE FESTIVAL 23RD-31ST OCTOBER
Manchester Science Festival takes place from 23rd-31st October and will feature a range of exhibitions, events, and hands-on activities suitable for all ages, taking place at venues across Manchester including the Museum of Science and Industry, Manchester Museum, the University and many other venues.
Manchester Science Festival website
GOOSTREY FESTIVAL: 8TH - 17TH OCTOBER 2010
The Goostrey Festival, known as 'Goosfest', takes place from 8th-17th October, featuring a range of music, comedy, photography, arts and other events in Goostrey.
Goostrey Festival website
NANTWICH FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL 24TH - 26TH SEPTEMBER
The Nantwich Annual Food and Drink Festival takes place on Friday 24th-Sunday 26th September this year. Nantwich is easily accessible from the Crewe-Manchester line, just one stop away from Crewe.
Nantwich Food and Drink Festival website
STOCKPORT HISTORIC MARKET 750TH ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND
To celebrate the 750th anniversary of Stockport's market, there will be a programme of events at the town's market place on Saturday 4th September...
Stockport Market 750th anniversary celebrations
CREWE HERITAGE CENTRE - RAIL ALE FESTIVAL 28TH - 30TH AUGUST
Crewe Heritage Centre will be playing host to a rail ale festival event over the Bank Holiday weekend...
Crewe Heritage Centre website
MERITON PARK FUN DAY, HANDFORTH - THURSDAY 5TH AUGUST
The annual Meriton Park fun day will be taking place on Thursday 5th August, 2pm-4pm at the park which is on Meriton Road, Handforth. The Friends of Handforth Station will be holding a stall and there will be a chance to win free rail tickets.
CLASSIC CAR AND MOTORCYCLE SHOW, STOCKPORT MARKETPLACE, 1ST AUGUST
On Sunday 1st August from 11am to 4pm, Stockport's historic marketplace plays host to a classic car and motorcycle show feature over 50 vintage vehicles. For more information ring 0161 474 4444 or go to the Visit Stockport events webpage.
MANCHESTER JAZZ FESTIVAL 23RD - 31ST JULY
Manchester Jazz festival, featuring an eclectic range of performers in several venues across the city, takes place this year from 23rd to 31st July.
Manchester Jazz Festival
STOCKPORT BEER AND CIDER FESTIVAL 3RD-5TH JUNE
Stockport Beer and Cider Festival will take place 3rd-5th June, at Edgeley Park, a 10 minute walk from Stockport station. The event will feature live music, food and a large number of real ales and quality ciders. For further information visit this website.
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VISIT OXFORD AND BATH ON THE GREAT WESTERN EXPRESS
The Great Western Express rail excursion on Saturday 8th May will offer a memorable day out to Oxford, Bath and Bristol.
Booking website - Great Western Express
HOLMES CHAPEL VILLAGE FAIR SUNDAY 2ND MAY 12PM - 5PM
Take a visit to Holmes Chapel Village Fair on Sunday 2nd May for the chance to win train tickets plus plenty of free goodies to take away...
SANDBACH TRANSPORT FESTIVAL: 17TH - 18TH APRIL 2010
Sandbach Transport Festival, featuring carnival, vintage cars and buses, live music, town criers and fairground rides, will take place on Saturday 17th April and Sunday 18th April. For further details on the event, visit the festival website.
Sandbach Transport Festival
NANTWICH JAZZ AND BLUES FESTIVAL 1ST - 4TH APRIL 2010
The annual Nantwich Jazz and Blues Festival is back, featuring a superb array of talented artists over the Easter weekend. Nantwich is easily accessible from the Crewe-Manchester line, just 1 stop away from Crewe, with regular direct services to Manchester, courtesy of Arriva Trains Wales. For further details visit the Nantwich Jazz and Blues Festival website.
Nantwich Jazz and Blues Festival website
FORTHCOMING FOLK TRAINS
Whilst the Goostrey Folk Trains are taking a break over the winter, there are still a number of other Folk Trains taking place in the area over the winter months...
STOCKPORT CHRISTMAS MARKETS
Stockport Christmas Markets, taking place in the recently restored historic market place, offer the perfect opportunity for your Christmas shopping needs, whether for that special gift or a sumptous Christmas feast...
CHRISTMAS STREET THEATRE AND ANIMATION IN STOCKPORT
Visit Stockport's market place and old historic Underbanks quarter for a feast of season animation, featuring tap dancing turkeys, performing plum puddings, gaudy pantomime dames, Dickensian pickpockets, Santa's amazing balloon trick, carol singing, Christmas crackers and a Rudolph with a difference!
STOCKPORT VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS MARKET
Come to Stockport's newly restored historic Market Halls and Market Place for the Victorian Market taking place on Sunday 28th November...
Stockport Christmas events
MANCHESTER CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON
Albert Square in Manchester will see a host of musical entertainment from 7pm-8pm on Thursday 12th November for the Christmas light switch on...
Manchester City Council Christmas Events page
ICE RINK COMES TO MANCHESTER FROM 12TH NOVEMBER TO 3RD JANUARY
The annual Manchester ice-rink is back! The ice-rink will be at Spinningfields, which can be accessed from Manchester Piccadilly station by free Metroshuttle bus service 3 (purple).
Spinningfields ice rink website
LIVE MUSIC TRAIN TO GOOSTREY: THURSDAY 29TH OCTOBER
On Thursday 29th October, the ‘Hatstand Medicine Band’ will be playing on the 19:04 train from Manchester to Goostrey as part of Levenshulme festival.The 'Hatstand Medicine Band' perform their popular old-time Blues, rags and reels, featuring original material, which is popular with all age groups and an exciting night of music and joviality can be guaranteed.
LIVE MUSIC TRAIN TO GOOSTREY: THURSDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER
On Thursday 10th September, the 'Last Call' will be performing Traditional Folk music on the 19:04 train from Manchester Piccadilly to Goostrey.
Keith Smith and Richard Bateman are ‘Last Call.’ Both have played in a number of electric blues bands over the years, but they love to return to the acoustic folk blues roots as often as they can. Ric blows a mean blues harp, which perfectly complements Keith’s impassioned vocals and wild dobro bottleneck guitar.
LIVE MUSIC TRAIN TO GOOSTREY: THURSDAY 16TH JULY
On Thursday 16th July, the 'Cowboy Outfit' will be performing Traditional Folk music on the 19:04 train from Manchester Piccadilly to Goostrey.
LIVE MUSIC TRAIN TO GOOSTREY: THURSDAY 18TH JUNE
On Thursday 18th June, 'Espionage' will be performing Bluegrass, Country and Old Time Folk music on the 19:04 train from Manchester Piccadilly to Goostrey.
VOLUME - LIVE MUSIC FESTIVAL CREWE 21ST-25TH MAY
Crewe will be hosting the Volume live music festival featuring exciting up-and-coming bands in a variety of venues. Visit the Volume festival website for further details.
LIVE MUSIC TRAIN TO GOOSTREY: THURSDAY 14TH MAY
On Thursday 14th May, the 'Cross Keys Folk Club' will be performing Traditional and Contemporary Folk music on the 19:04 train from Manchester Piccadilly to Goostrey.
SANDBACH TRANSPORT FESTIVAL - 18TH - 19TH APRIL
Sandbach Transport Festival, featuring steam rally, carnival, town criers and a host of other free attractions will take place in Sandbach on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th April. Visit the festival's website for further details.
WILMSLOW RAIL PROMOTION DAY: SATURDAY 7TH MARCH
Wilmslow Rail Promotion Day will take place at Sainsburys car-park next to the library in Wilmslow Town Centre from 10am-3pm on 7th March.
FREE FAMILY & FRIENDS RAILCARD FOR TWO MONTHS
The Daily Mail, up to 27th May, are offering a Family and Friends Railcard for free for two months ....
NANTWICH FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL: FRIDAY 25TH - SUNDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER
Nantwich Food and Drink Festival is one of the top food and drink events in the country, featuring gourmet food from top local producers, a CAMRA beer festival and cookery classes. Nantwich is easily accessible from the Crewe-Manchester line, just one stop away from Crewe.
GOOSTREY FESTIVAL 9TH - 17TH OCTOBER 2009
The Goostrey Festival, nicknamed 'Goosfest' will take place from 9th - 17th October, featuring a varied range of cultural events, including music, comedy, poetry, art and dance. For further details on the events and how to book tickets visit the Goosfest website.
STYAL 100: RAIL CENTENARY FUN DAY CELEBRATED AT QUARRY BANK MILL ON 17TH MAY
The Centenary of the line through Styal was celebrated at Quarry Bank Mill on Sunday 17th May. This free event featured a host of fun Victorian-themed childrens activities, model rail displays, heritage exhibition, guided walks and chances to win free rail tickets. The event was used to launch a new service on Sundays calling at Styal every two hours, and a new offer for rail ticket holders visiting Quarry Bank Mill who can now visit the Apprentice House or Secret Garden for free upon purchase of a main admission ticket.
NANTWICH JAZZ AND BLUES FESTIVAL: THURSDAY 9TH - MONDAY 13TH APRIL
Nantwich Jazz and Blues Festival, featuring a host of exciting, diverse acts, takes place from 9th-13th April. Nantwich is easily accessible by train, just one stop away from Crewe. Click on the link below for details of the event.
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THE LINCOLNSHIRE POACHER5th May 2012
The 2012 MCRUA railtour has been announced and will travel to Lincoln, Wainfleet and Skegness ....
ARRIVA 55 CLUB8th January 2012
The Arriva Club 55 is back for those 55 or over. At £19 return to travel the Arriva Network it is great value for money ....
STYAL SERVICE IS IMPROVED11th December 2011
Services to Styal Railway from Manchester Piccadilly have now improved effective Sunday 11th December 2011 ....
CHELFORD VILLAGE CIRCULAR WALK NOW AVAILABLE
A 4 mile circular walk exploring the countryside around Chelford is now available ....
CHEAPER FARES FOR AIRPORT STAFF1st October 2007
Staff based at Manchester Airport can now benefit from cheaper rail fares, thanks to a new discount card.
SAVE MONEY ON RAIL AND BUS TRAVEL AT CREWE1st January 2008
Plusbus tickets are now available for Crewe at a bargain price of £1.50.
Plusbus details
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