FUN is the name of the game on Sunday (April 24) when Stamford Park hosts its annual fun day. There’ll be something for all the family.
It’s a great chance for people to get together and relax in the open air, runs from noon to 4pm, and shows off the flagship Victorian Park in all its glory. Visitors can make the most of the fine facilities including the water feature, the aviary and the Highfield Pavilion café with its wide range of refreshments.
There will be lots of mostly free entertainment such as face painting, balloon modelling, birds of prey, crafts, a climbing wall, music and walkabout acts – all against a colourful backdrop of spring flowers.
Transport for Greater Manchester will be on hand to provide advice on walking and cycling routes, cycle training and maintenance courses.
Bring your bike along for a MOT and TfGM’s Dr Bike mechanic will fix minor repairs to have your bike feeling like new. There will be advice on bicycle buying along with information on the best local clubs, shops and events.
Pets don’t miss out, either. There’s a fun dog show with lots of classes including waggiest tail and best biscuit catcher. Entry is £2 per class and registration takes place from noon with the RSPCA show starting at 1pm.
A Tameside Council spokesman said: “Our spring fun day is always an affordable and fun family event. Hopefully the weather will be kind to us and the park will be packed with people enjoying it in all its springtime glory.”
As parking is limited near Stamford Park, visitors are encouraged to travel in by public transport.