FOR sports lovers in the area, Tameside is certainly a great place to live.
Alongside the urban and rural landscapes people can enjoy throughout the week and the historic market towns they can explore on the weekends, people who want to watch or partake in some sporting action have an array of strong offerings to consider.
A fantastic day out for the family or a wonderful solitary activity to sample, for the local population of sports lovers, the options are impressively vast. While some locals venture further afield and follow Manchester United or stay up late to watch the greatest show on Earth after looking at the latest Super Bowl odds, there are others who are both playing and watching sport in Tameside. Not only is it a way of keeping fit or following your favourite pastime in the flesh, but it’s also an excellent way of contributing to the community.
With the new year firmly underway and many people keen to add more sports-related offerings to their lives, below is a look at some of Tameside’s finest options.
Active Tameside is packed full of activities to try
If you’re keen to break those running shoes in you got for Christmas or you’re simply wanting to stay in shape, then Active Tameside is the place to go. Offering a diverse range of fitness activities for everyone, you can book yourself in for some swimming lessons or enlist the help of an experienced personal trainer in the gym.

Additionally, there are group exercise classes, badminton, five-a-side football pitches, squash courts, and table tennis. A brilliant venue to spend the whole day at, Active Tameside is definitely worth looking into.
Support local football teams like Ashton United and Stalybridge Celtic
For fans of the beautiful game in the area who fancy watching a local football match, then both Stalybridge Celtic and Ashton United are solid options. Of course, we aren’t talking about Premier League football and players of the same ilk as the likes of City’s Erling Haaland and United’s Bruno Fernandes, but instead a selection of highly dedicated part-time players who are desperate to succeed in the game.
A cheaper option than attending a top-flight fixture for football lovers in the area, Ashton United and Stalybridge Celtic are two excellent local clubs to get behind, and they will certainly value your support.
Tameside Karate is another popular venue
If you want to channel your inner Bruce Lee and embark on a fun and challenging karate experience, then Tameside Karate is a fantastic venue. Also helping to spread awareness around the White Ribbon campaign, aspiring martial artists can enjoy some of the best coaching around from some highly respected and knowledgable teachers.
Watch or play for Aldwinians RUFC
If you prefer rugby over football, then Aldwinians RUFC will surely appeal. With a number of teams to watch or play in, such as their ladies team or a mixed ability squad they have, it’s rugby for everyone. Founded in 1936, the club is always open to new players and fans, with Aldwinians’ usual warm welcome going down well with rugby enthusiasts in the area. A respected club given the league triumphs they’ve recorded and the talented players they’ve helped to develop, Aldwinians RUFC are a team worth adding to your life.
A selection of other viable options
While the four aforementioned offerings are some of the most popular, Tameside’s locals are filled with other enticing options. Ashton-Under-Lyne Golf Club is perfect for golfers, there are excellent facilities for swimmers to enjoy at Ashton Under Lyne Swimming Club, and you can even try fencing at Ashton Fencing Club.