Out And About - July

Stars and Stripes Classic American Car Show at Tatton Park

Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 July, 10am - 4pm

The North West's premier event for lovers of all things American. Huge Fins 'n' Chrome cars from the 1950s and 1960s. Corvettes, Mustangs, Cadillacs, Hot Rods, Custom Cars and more plus the famous Wall of Death. Cavalcades of all the best American cars. Trade stalls selling American related items and general trade stands, live music and refreshments. A great day out for all the family.

Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6QN, www.tattonpark.org.uk

Adult £7.50, Children under 12 are free.

Beech Road Festival, Chorlton on Beech Road, Chortlon

Saturday 3 July, noon onwards

Live music in the park with local bands playing until 7pm. Unity Arts with their special brand of fun and music for the kids. Hula Hooping, Salsa dancing and stalls selling all sorts on the Green and in the Park

Beech Road M21 Suitable for all ages. Free

Teddy Bears Picnic at Dunham Massey

Saturday 9 and 10 July, noon

Bring your favourite teddy bear and a picnic to the garden, with Punch and Judy, storytelling and teddy related music from the brass band.

Dunham Massey, Altrincham, Cheshire, www.www.nationaltrust.org.uk  Booking not required. Suitable for all ages. Normal admission charges apply.

Billy's War at Imperial War Museum North

Saturday 9, Saturday 23 and Wednesday 27 July, 11.30am

This lively and engaging session uses a range of visual materials, sound and replica objects to tell the captivating story of a young boy from Salford who was evacuated to the countryside during the Second World War. Led by a member of our friendly staff, families will follow the story of Billy (a charming rag doll character) and learn about life on the home front during the Second World War.

Imperial War Museum North, The Quays, Trafford Wharf, Trafford Park, M17 1TZ, www.northiwm.org.uk

Suitable for children age 4 – 10. Free.

Imagine Weekend at Manchester Art Gallery

Saturday 16 July, noon - 4pm

Experiment and play with the materials of the month. Drop in family event.

Manchester Art Gallery, Mosley Street, M3 3JL, www.manchestergalleries.org

Suitable for families with children of all ages. Free.

RHS Flower Show at Tatton Park

Wednesday 20 – Sunday 24 July, 10am – 6.30pm (last admission 6pm)

The show has a fresh and vibrant feel bursting with sizzling colour and summer perfumes. Be inspired by conceptual and visionary show gardens, designed by up and coming talent and established designers. Enjoy fabulous collections of plants and flowers from leading nurseries and take time to discover stunning arts and crafts. Enjoy top class dining from Fortnum and Mason at this spectacular summer finale.

Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6QN, www.tattonpark.org.uk 

Suitable for all ages. For full price information please visit the website.

Arty Picnic at The Whitworth Art Gallery

Wednesday 27 and Friday 29 July, 11am and noon

Bring your family and some food (if you fancy lunch), and meet an artist for fun creative activities. Don't worry if it is a wet Wednesday or Friday and raining outside,the picnics will be held in the gallery.

The Whitworth Art Gallery, The University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PL www.whitworth.manchester.ac.uk

Suitable for all ages. No need to book.

Under 5s Doodle Tots at The Lowry

Friday 29 July, 10am – 10.45am and 11.15am-noon

Paint, stick, play and make in this colourful workshop designed especially for toddlers and their parents or carers. Explore art, sound, texture and materials in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere where you can spend time with your tot enjoying creative activities, having fun and getting messy.

The Lowry, Pier 8, Salford Quays, M50 3AZ, www.thelowry.com

Suitable for children age 2 ½ - 4 ½. Ticket £3.50 (£1.75 to Salford residents).

MOSI-Bites at MOSI

Monday – Fridays,11am, noon, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm (last 20 mins each)

The new shows take place in the fantastic Experiment! gallery. Shows change regularly and could be anything from a storytelling session to an explosive hands-on science experiment, or even a visit from one of our historical characters.

Museum of Science & Industry, Liverpool Road, Castlefield, Manchester, M3 4FP, www.mosi.org.uk

Suitable for all ages. Free.