A four-day strike by bus drivers in Greater Manchester is due to start on Friday, an operator has confirmed.
04.08.2023 - 15:31 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
From shopping your favourite high street brands to having a cheeky meal out, there is always something to do at Manchester Fort Shopping Park.
Now, as schools have broken up and activities move outside in the nicer weather, Manchester Fort is excited to present Weekend Wildlife. Aiming to educate as well as provide a plethora of fun activities, there is something to keep everyone entertained this summer.
Each weekend throughout August there will be a different activity, workshop or display happening. Situated inside a huge chalet will be a bug hotel where families will have the chance to take part in a range of exciting workshops.
If you're looking for something a bit different to do as a family this summer, then here's what Manchester Fort has on offer over Wildlife Weekends:
Join the friendly and experienced rangers at the Bug Hotel to learn how to make your own pinecone bird feeder. You will also learn some fun facts about local wildlife as well as the Bug Hotel. There are five drop-in hours from 11am - 4pm.
Get the opportunity to see wonderful friendly animals up close, from 11am - 3.30pm.
More fun with the park rangers providing woodland arts and crafts workshops. Visit the bug hotel to leave with something special to take home as well as lots of fun whilst you are taking part. Drop in anytime from 11am - 4pm.
Step into nature with the wonderful wildlife trail. With free face painting on site, there will also be the chance to win a £150 voucher.
To find out more about the range of fantastic activities happening this August at Manchester Fort Shopping Park, visit the website here.
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