Let's Go Outdoors! in Manchester City Centre - Tuesday 19th August
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Let's Go Outdoors! in Manchester City Centre - Tuesday 19th August

Join us for free family activities along the canal, designed to help you connect with nature, get moving, and enjoy quality time together.

By Canal & River Trust - Explorers

Location

Co-op Live

1 Sportcity Way Manchester M11 3DL United Kingdom

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour

About this Event

Discover the magic of your local canal with a FREE hour of fun, where your family can learn amazing skills for wellbeing. These sessions are perfect for families with primary school-age children (4-11), offering a fantastic opportunity to explore the great outdoors, get active and enjoy quality time together. Delivered in partnership with Happy Confident Kids and supported by Sport England, we're excited to bring you an experience that will leave you feeling refreshed and connected.

Where do we meet?

This session will take place along the Aston Canal just outside the Co-op Live Arena. What Three Words Location: frozen.chase.aware

What to Expect

Our Let's Go Outdoors session will immerse you in nature with engaging activities designed to boost your family's wellbeing.

You can also take part in our Family Wellbeing Trail. You can enjoy this self-guided trail on the day of the event or whenever you revisit us. The route features fun, nature-inspired activities along the way, such as:

· Dragonfly breathing

· Canal art

· Engaging walking trails

These activities are all designed to help you connect with the outdoors and get active.

Book now

Spaces are limited to 40 attendees per session, so book now to secure your spot!

· Please book one time slot per person. For example, a family of four will need four tickets.

· Please arrive no more than 15 minutes before your booked slot.

· While activities are ideal for ages 4-11, older or younger children are welcome to join too!

· Parents and guardians are required to accompany their children during this activity.

· Walk-ins will not be accepted. All attendees must have a pre-booked ticket.

· If you can no longer attend, please cancel your ticket via Eventbrite or contact us directly. This allows other families the chance to participate.

Donate to Let’s Activity!

The Canal & River Trust’s Let’s Activities are free to attend as part of our work as a waterways and wellbeing charity to help everyone get out, get active and make their lives better by water. You can now support the work our teams do and make a donation on our website here.

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Frequently asked questions

Will the event still go ahead in bad weather?

We will always contact you if the event needs to be cancelled, so if you don't hear from us then it will be going ahead as planned. Please check the forecast and dress appropriately.

How do I get there?

Parking is available close to the venue, or the trams can drop you off right by the canal. The meeting point for this session is on the Aston Canal outside the arena. What three words location: frozen.chase.aware

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Canal & River Trust - Explorers

Explore, Discover, and Learn with the Canal & River Trust’s Explorers Programme

At the Canal & River Trust, we believe that every child should have the opportunity to explore the great outdoors, discover nature, and learn about the rich history of our waterways. Our Explorers programme is designed for children aged 5 to 12, offering fun, interactive learning experiences that bring our canals and rivers to life.

Through our free workshops, school visits, and family-friendly events, we introduce young minds to the fascinating world of wildlife, engineering, and history, all while reinforcing the importance of water safety. Whether it’s pond dipping, uncovering the secrets of canal locks, or spotting kingfishers along the towpath, our activities help children connect with the natural world in a meaningful way.

We’re a Charity – and We Need Your Support

Our canals and rivers have been part of our history for over 250 years, providing vital green and blue spaces that millions of people enjoy today. But they need our care. As a charity, the Canal & River Trust relies on public support to help protect 2,000 miles of waterways across England and Wales.

By taking part in our Explorers events, you’re not only giving children the chance to learn and have fun, but you’re also helping to ensure these waterways remain special places for future generations.

Join Us at an Event Near You

✅ Hands-on activities – Wildlife discovery, science experiments, and creative workshops.

✅ School & group visits – Bringing learning to life with real-world experiences.

✅ Family-friendly events – Fun days out exploring our canals and rivers.

✅ Volunteering opportunities – Help inspire the next generation of waterway explorers.

Every event is a step towards a happier, healthier, and greener future. Join us in making a difference.

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