AN Ashton-under-Lyne musician who struck up an unlikely friendship at a Manchester folk festival is celebrating 10 years of making…
Ashton musician celebrates decade-long folk partnership born at Manchester festival
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How Global Grooves is Transforming Stalybridge Carnival for its 50th Year
This year’s Stalybridge Carnival is shaping up to be one of the biggest and boldest yet. As the town celebrates…
How Global Grooves is Transforming Stalybridge Carnival for its 50th Year
New project aims to keep Tameside’s dance traditions alive
FROM Morris dancing to South Asian performance traditions, a new heritage project in Mossley is set to uncover the stories…
New project aims to keep Tameside’s dance traditions alive
World Cup glory relived as new exhibition opens at Portland Basin Museum
FOOTBALL fans can step back into one of England’s greatest sporting summers as a new exhibition celebrating the 1966 World…
World Cup glory relived as new exhibition opens at Portland Basin Museum
Comedy Weekender back in Stalybridge with line-up packed with punchlines
STALYBRIDGE is preparing to get the last laugh this summer as the Comedy Weekender returns with a bill packed full…
Comedy Weekender back in Stalybridge with line-up packed with punchlines
NWTAC’s Come From Away delivers a powerful community driven triumph
Moston’s North West Theatre Arts Company delivers a deeply moving, beautifully unified production of the much‑loved 9/11 musical, capturing its…
NWTAC’s Come From Away delivers a powerful community driven triumph
Cassidy Janson channels Carole King with soulful brilliance at the Bolton Octagon
West End star delivers a masterclass in storytelling, musicianship and effortless charm in an intimate, unforgettable concert Cassidy Janson proved…
Cassidy Janson channels Carole King with soulful brilliance at the Bolton Octagon
New exhibition uncovers Tameside’s fascinating medical history
A NEW exhibition at Portland Basin Museum is giving visitors the chance to step back in time and explore how…
New exhibition uncovers Tameside’s fascinating medical history
‘Lost’ 1970s folk album to haunt Tameside stage in eerie live launch show
A MYSTERIOUS “lost” folk album, supposedly recorded during the scorching summer of 1976, is set to come back to life…
‘Lost’ 1970s folk album to haunt Tameside stage in eerie live launch show
Mossley showcase to celebrate Tameside’s indie music scene
A LIVE music showcase celebrating some of Tameside’s most exciting alternative bands is set to return to Mossley. In Our…
Mossley showcase to celebrate Tameside’s indie music scene
Five big reasons Dear Evan Hansen at the Plaza is unmissable
Ian Cheeseman says the Drama Dept’s upcoming production of Dear Evan Hansen at Stockport Plaza promises powerful performances, stunning music…
Five big reasons Dear Evan Hansen at the Plaza is unmissable
Bank of Dave review – a big hearted northern musical with charm to spare
Ian Cheeseman finds warmth, wit and a touch of old‑school northern soul in Bank of Dave, a feel‑good musical that…
Bank of Dave review – a big hearted northern musical with charm to spare
Comedy chaos set to hit Guide Bridge Theatre this June
A fast-paced comedy packed with twists, tension and plenty of laughs is coming to Guide Bridge Theatre this summer. The…
Comedy chaos set to hit Guide Bridge Theatre this June
Mossley School of Dance to stage charity showcase at George Lawton Hall
A dazzling evening of performance is coming to Mossley as Mossley School of Dance presents its latest show, Diamonds, Dreams…
Mossley School of Dance to stage charity showcase at George Lawton Hall
Sci-fi fans flock to Ashton as characters draw crowds for annual event
Images by Massimino Malacrino Crowds packed into Ashton-under-Lyne as the town’s annual Sci-Fi Day returned in spectacular style. The popular…
Sci-fi fans flock to Ashton as characters draw crowds for annual event
Thousands flock to Stamford Park for sun-soaked Spring Family Fun Day
FAMILIES from across Tameside turned out in their thousands for a packed day of free entertainment as Stamford Park hosted…
Thousands flock to Stamford Park for sun-soaked Spring Family Fun Day
Brass bands set to march into Tameside for Whit Friday spectacular
ONE of the region’s most iconic musical traditions is set to return as the Tameside Whit Friday Brass Band Contest…
Brass bands set to march into Tameside for Whit Friday spectacular
Galaxy of characters to descend on Ashton for milestone Sci-Fi Day
MUCH-LOVED characters from across the worlds of fantasy, superheroes and science fiction will return to Ashton-under-Lyne soon for a milestone…
Galaxy of characters to descend on Ashton for milestone Sci-Fi Day
Feelgood, high energy ‘We Will Rock You’ lights up Mossley
Mossley Amateur Operatic & Dramatic Society deliver a vibrant, vocally impressive and irresistibly fun take on the Queen‑fuelled musical, with…
Feelgood, high energy ‘We Will Rock You’ lights up Mossley
Ashton prepares for a galaxy of fun as Sci-Fi Day returns in May
THE force will be strong in Ashton-under-Lyne as the much-loved Ashton Sci-Fi Day returns to the town centre on Saturday,…
Ashton prepares for a galaxy of fun as Sci-Fi Day returns in May
Gee Cross Fete cancelled for 2026
ORGANISERS have confirmed that the annual Gee Cross Fete will not take place this year due to unforeseen circumstances. The…
Gee Cross Fete cancelled for 2026
Family fun weekend set to bring ‘Party in the Park’ to Denton
Families in Denton are being invited to enjoy a packed weekend of entertainment as a “Party in the Park” event…
Family fun weekend set to bring ‘Party in the Park’ to Denton
A splendid Spring Show awaits in Stalybridge
A POPULAR annual event which brings the community together in Stalybridge is not far away. The town’s Spring Show has…
A splendid Spring Show awaits in Stalybridge
LEGO exhibition set to return to Mossley in aid of local causes
A popular LEGO exhibition is set to return to Mossley next month, showcasing an impressive collection of models while raising…
LEGO exhibition set to return to Mossley in aid of local causes
Celebrating 50 Years of Stalybridge Carnival – how to get involved
2026 MARKS a major milestone for Stalybridge Carnival as it celebrates 50 incredible years of colour, creativity and community spirit.…
Celebrating 50 Years of Stalybridge Carnival – how to get involved
Battle of the bands to rock Manchester in support of Tameside charity
AN EVENING of live music is set to take centre stage at a major Manchester venue in aid of a…
Battle of the bands to rock Manchester in support of Tameside charity
Uppermill Band to give Mossley A Grand Day Out
UPPERMILL Band is to treat people to A Grand Day Out at its latest concert. And Wallace and Gromit will…
Uppermill Band to give Mossley A Grand Day Out
Nine shows, Eight days, and a whole lot of magic: Ian Cheeseman’s whirlwind tour of the stage
From West End blockbusters to Bristol spectaculars and local triumphs, Ian Cheeseman dives head‑first into a jam‑packed week of theatre…
Nine shows, Eight days, and a whole lot of magic: Ian Cheeseman’s whirlwind tour of the stage
Free rides set to draw crowds to Tameside’s Spring Family Festival
FREE fairground rides and live entertainment are coming to Stalybridge and Ashton-under-Lyne as Tameside’s Spring Family Festival returns in the…
Free rides set to draw crowds to Tameside’s Spring Family Festival
Stamford Park set for packed Spring Family Fun Day
FAMILIES from across Tameside and beyond are being encouraged to make the most of the spring sunshine as Stamford Park’s…
Stamford Park set for packed Spring Family Fun Day
Help make Stalybridge Carnival’s 50th anniversary parade the biggest yet
RESIDENTS across Tameside are being invited to take part in what organisers hope will be the largest and most colourful…
Help make Stalybridge Carnival’s 50th anniversary parade the biggest yet
Folk heavyweights to bring intimate gig to Mossley stage
A SPELLBINDING night of contemporary folk is set to arrive in Mossley. For award-winning singer Lisa Knapp and multi-instrumentalist Gerry…
Folk heavyweights to bring intimate gig to Mossley stage