Regular activities for older people
Fun and Games in Newton Heath
Every Monday 10 - 12 noon
Heathfield Hall, Heathfield Street (off Briscoe Lane), Newton Heath M40 1LF
Every Monday you are invited to Heathfield Hall to come along and take part in a number of activities. We have a wii and wii fit where you can play virtual bowling, tennis, baseball and others, a curling set, indoor bowling, darts and a variety of board games and cards. For more information please call Heathfield Resource Centre on 0161 682 5463.
Exercise class for the over-65's
Every Monday, 11.00am - 12noon
Holy Trinity Platt, The Lounge (behind the Church), Platt Lane, Rusholme
The class is taken by a skilled and well qualified exercise instructor. Tea and coffee is served from 10.15am. For more information contact: 0161 224 1123. The class is free of charge to Manchester residents.
Newton Heath Health Walk
Every Tuesday - 12.30 - 2.30pm
Newton Heath Surestart Centre, Great Newton Street.
Join us each week for a led walk around your local area followed by a brew and a chat. Free fresh fruit each week and occasional trips out. Free of charge and all welcome. For more information please contact Laura Cassidy on 0161 223 1155 ext 1145 or email l.cassidy@manchester.gov.uk
Miles Platting Tea Dance
Every 2nd Tuesday of the Month 12.30 - 3.30pm
Church of the Apostles, Ridgeway Street, Miles Platting, M40 7BJ
Put your dancing shoes on for Miles Platting's monthly tea dance. £2 entry includes light refreshments, raffle and expert tuition. If you don't want to dance you are welcome to come along and watch. For more information please call Laura Cassidy on 0161 223 1155 ext 1145 or email l.cassidy@manchester.gov.uk.
Exercise Classes for Older People
Every Wednesday 10.45am -11.45am
The Communal Lounge, Mayes Gardens,Harrison Street, Ancoats M4 7FN
Come along and try a new activity, there's something for everyone! For details and to book your free place contact Paul Harrison on 0161 273 6611.
Front Row - Over 50's Film Showings
Every other Wednesday 12 - 3pm
Heathfield Hall, Heathfield Street (off Briscoe Lane), Newton Heath. M40 1LF
Every other Wednesday join us for screenings of the latest films you may have missed in the cinema.
Free food served at 12 noon, film commences at 12.15pm.
For more information please call Heathfield Resource Centre on 0161 682 5463
Country Dancing Sessions
Every Friday 1pm - 2pm
All Saints Youth and Community Centre, Culcheth Lane, Newton Heath
Learn both traditional country dances and line dances with our teacher Tracey and stay for a brew and a chat afterwards. For more information please contact Laura Cassidy on 0161 223 1155 ext 1145 or email l.cassidy@manchester.gov.uk
Tea Dances in the Great Hall Manchester Town Hall, are held each month on Tuesdays from 1-4pm, next on 8th December, admission £2.20 with tea/coffee and biscuits included.
Local Health Walks
Enjoy a stroll with the local warden around the following parks - for free! For more information visit www.manchester.gov.uk/events
Heaton Park
Every Sunday, 11am to 12noon
Meet at the Farm Centre. Contact Park Warden on 07990 504 045 or visit www.heatonpark.org.uk
Crumpsall Park
Every Monday, 9.30am to 11am
Meet at the Visitors Centre. Contact PACE Team 0161 681 0940.
Boggart Hole Clough
Every Tuesday, 1.30pm to 3pm
Meet at the Visitors Centre. Contact North Area Parks 0161 795 2650
Clayton Vale Centre
Every Monday, 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Every Tuesday, 10am to 11am
Meet at the Visitors Centre. Contact Vicki 0161 681 0940
PACE Health Walk
Every Tuesday, 10am to 11am
Meet at Clayton Methodist Church. Contact Vicki 0161 681 0940
Philips Park
Every Thursday, 9.30am to 11am
PACE Nordic Walk
Meet at the Fitness Centre Café inside Sportcity. Contact Vicki 0161 681 0940
Platt Fields Park
Every Monday, 1pm to 2pm
Meet at the Lakeside Centre. Contact Ria Page 0161 244 2902
Alexandra Park
Every Wednesday, 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Meet at the entrance on Claremont/Alexandra Road South. Contact Nick Murray 0161 226 3117