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Crafts

Crafts

10:30 am – 12:30 pm
November 24, 2026

Explore different crafts every week. £5.

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Bridgend Centre
Registered address: 104 Palmerston Street, Bollington, Cheshire, SK10 5PW
Telephone: 01625 576311
Registered charity number : 1123287.

We are a Charitable Incorporated Organisation

Our normal opening hours are Monday to Friday 10:00am to 4:00pm. Saturday 10:00am – 4:00pm.

Thank you to our funders and supporters

In December 2018 we purchased our building with the support of the Charity Bank.

Latest news

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Events in November 2026

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10:15 am: Walks for Health- Macclesfield Riverside Carpark

10:15 am – 11:30 am
October 26, 2026

Bollington ‘Walks for Health’  is  a programme of short, easy guided walks in and around Bollington designed to encourage new walkers. They provide a great opportunity to enjoy some exercise and meet  people.

The walks on this programme are weekly on a Monday daytime at 10.15am. There are different start points. All the walks are easy, less than 2 miles in length, with no stiles and gentle slopes.

We recommend you wear sturdy shoes and appropriate clothing for the weather conditions. You may like to bring a drink. Cost £2.

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10:30 am: Creative Arts

10:30 am – 12:00 pm
October 26, 2026

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2:00 pm: Monday afternoon Tai Chi with Sue

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
October 26, 2026

Combine exercise and meditation with this low-impact ancient Chinese practice. All ages and abilities welcome. £5

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10:00 am: Car wash at the Rec

10:00 am – 3:00 pm
October 27, 2026

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10:30 am: Crafts

10:30 am – 12:30 pm
October 27, 2026

Explore different crafts every week. £5.

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12:30 pm: Stand Strong Balance Exercise class with Julia

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
October 27, 2026

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2:00 pm: Art Group

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
October 27, 2026

Enjoy your love of art with like-minded people in this peer-led group. £4

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6:00 pm: Tuesday Tai Chi with Debbie

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
October 27, 2026

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10:05 am: Shuttle to the Shops - Cheshire Oaks

10:05 am – 5:00 pm
October 28, 2026

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10:15 am: Walk - Revolving in time - 4.5 miles

10:15 am – 12:30 pm
October 28, 2026

Rated 2 boots. Ingersley Vale, Rainow and lower Oakenbank.

All walks start at 10:15am unless otherwise stated. The cost is £3.00 per walk. On a Wednesday this price includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the walk.

The walks vary in difficulty & length each week and so we have a ratings system to provide information on the difficulty of each one, which is detailed below. If you are unsure of your level, try a short and easy walk first. You can also have a chat beforehand with any of the Bridgend staff to get information on what the terrain may be like. Please bear in mind that the conditions underfoot will vary depending on the weather. Please wear suitable footwear, clothing and equipment. It is also advisable to bring a drink on the walks.

Dogs are welcome to join us on most walks, but should always be kept on a lead. If dogs are not allowed on any of the walks, it will be indicated on the walk information (for example if we go on a path where they are not allowed). All those talking part do so at their own risk.

See leaflet for more details.

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10:30 am: Beginner's Spanish

10:30 am – 11:30 am
October 28, 2026

Beginner's Spanish Conversation class with Wanda. £5.

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12:00 pm: Intermediate Spanish

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
October 28, 2026

Intermediate level Spanish Conversation class. £5.

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12:30 pm: Shuttle to the Shops - Handforth

12:30 pm – 5:00 pm
October 28, 2026

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1:30 pm: Advanced Spanish

1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
October 28, 2026

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2:00 pm: Mah Jong

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
October 28, 2026

Explore the ancient strategy game of Mah Jong. £4.

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10:30 am: Yoga with Helen Laxmi

10:30 am – 11:15 am
October 29, 2026

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11:00 am: Crochet

11:00 am – 12:00 pm
October 29, 2026

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2:00 pm: A Brew with the Guys

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
October 29, 2026

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2:00 pm: Talk and Games

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
October 29, 2026

Enjoy a chat and a cuppa. Quizzes, games, guest speakers and the occasional outing. £4

 

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10:30 am: Bridgend Community Choir

10:30 am – 12:00 pm
October 30, 2026

Discover the joys of music with our fun community choir. The ability to sing is not a requirement! £5. Every Friday.

 

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2:00 pm: Armchair exercise class

2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
October 30, 2026

Boogie with your Buddies in this fun, creative class that you can enjoy seated or standing. £5.

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10:15 am: Walks for Health- Bridgend Centre

10:15 am – 11:30 am
November 2, 2026

Bollington ‘Walks for Health’  is  a programme of short, easy guided walks in and around Bollington designed to encourage new walkers. They provide a great opportunity to enjoy some exercise and meet  people.

The walks on this programme are weekly on a Monday daytime at 10.15am. There are different start points. All the walks are easy, less than 2 miles in length, with no stiles and gentle slopes.

We recommend you wear sturdy shoes and appropriate clothing for the weather conditions. You may like to bring a drink. Cost £2.

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10:30 am: Creative Arts

10:30 am – 12:00 pm
November 2, 2026

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2:00 pm: Monday afternoon Tai Chi with Sue

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
November 2, 2026

Combine exercise and meditation with this low-impact ancient Chinese practice. All ages and abilities welcome. £5

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10:00 am: Car wash at the Rec

10:00 am – 3:00 pm
November 3, 2026

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10:30 am: Crafts

10:30 am – 12:30 pm
November 3, 2026

Explore different crafts every week. £5.

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12:30 pm: Stand Strong Balance Exercise class with Julia

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
November 3, 2026

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2:00 pm: Art Group

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
November 3, 2026

Enjoy your love of art with like-minded people in this peer-led group. £4

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6:00 pm: Tuesday Tai Chi with Debbie

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
November 3, 2026

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7:30 pm: Bridgend Book Club

7:30 pm – 9:39 pm
November 3, 2026

Come and chat with like-minded people about books you have read. Facilitated by Becky

£5, just turn up.
Books will be provided by Bollington Library service, up to 12 books in the group. Above that figure we would need to share or buy extra copies. Books will need to be returned at the following meeting.

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10:15 am: Walk - Up the Nab - 4 miles

10:15 am – 12:30 pm
November 4, 2026

Rated 3 boots.

All walks start at 10:15am unless otherwise stated. The cost is £3.00 per walk. On a Wednesday this price includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the walk.

The walks vary in difficulty & length each week and so we have a ratings system to provide information on the difficulty of each one, which is detailed below. If you are unsure of your level, try a short and easy walk first. You can also have a chat beforehand with any of the Bridgend staff to get information on what the terrain may be like. Please bear in mind that the conditions underfoot will vary depending on the weather. Please wear suitable footwear, clothing and equipment. It is also advisable to bring a drink on the walks.

Dogs are welcome to join us on most walks, but should always be kept on a lead. If dogs are not allowed on any of the walks, it will be indicated on the walk information (for example if we go on a path where they are not allowed). All those talking part do so at their own risk.

See leaflet for more details.

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10:30 am: Beginner's Spanish

10:30 am – 11:30 am
November 4, 2026

Beginner's Spanish Conversation class with Wanda. £5.

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12:00 pm: Intermediate Spanish

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
November 4, 2026

Intermediate level Spanish Conversation class. £5.

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1:30 pm: Advanced Spanish

1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
November 4, 2026

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2:00 pm: Mah Jong

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
November 4, 2026

Explore the ancient strategy game of Mah Jong. £4.

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10:30 am: Yoga with Helen Laxmi

10:30 am – 11:15 am
November 5, 2026

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11:00 am: Crochet

11:00 am – 12:00 pm
November 5, 2026

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2:00 pm: A Brew with the Guys

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
November 5, 2026

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2:00 pm: Talk and Games

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
November 5, 2026

Enjoy a chat and a cuppa. Quizzes, games, guest speakers and the occasional outing. £4

 

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10:30 am: Bridgend Community Choir

10:30 am – 12:00 pm
November 6, 2026

Discover the joys of music with our fun community choir. The ability to sing is not a requirement! £5. Every Friday.

 

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2:00 pm: Armchair exercise class

2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
November 6, 2026

Boogie with your Buddies in this fun, creative class that you can enjoy seated or standing. £5.

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10:00 am: Vintage Fair at the Bridgend Centre

10:00 am – 4:00 pm
November 7, 2026 – November 14, 2026

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10:15 am: Walk - In and around Lyme Park - 8.5 miles

10:15 am – 2:00 pm
November 7, 2026

Rated 3 boots. starting from Nelson's pit car park. A scenic circular taking in a reservoir, woods and the canal. There is a bus leaving from Bollington Aqueduct bus stop at 9.45 arriving at Nelson's pit at 10.12. Please arrive at the Bridgend Centre to sign in by 9.30 if you want to catch this bus with us. Alternatively you can sign up at the walk start.

All walks start at 10:15am unless otherwise stated. The cost is £3.00 per walk. Please bring a packed lunch and be advised that Saturday walks are more strenuous than our Wednesday walks.

The walks vary in difficulty & length each week and so we have a ratings system to provide information on the difficulty of each one, which is detailed below. If you are unsure of your level, try a short and easy walk first. You can also have a chat beforehand with any of the Bridgend staff to get information on what the terrain may be like. Please bear in mind that the conditions underfoot will vary depending on the weather. Please wear suitable footwear, clothing and equipment. It is also advisable to bring a drink on the walks.

Dogs are welcome to join us on most walks, but should always be kept on a lead. If dogs are not allowed on any of the walks, it will be indicated on the walk information (for example if we go on a path where they are not allowed). All those talking part do so at their own risk.

See leaflet for more details.

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11:00 am: Saturday Social

11:00 am – 1:00 pm
November 7, 2026

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10:00 am: Vintage Fair at the Bridgend Centre

10:00 am – 4:00 pm
November 7, 2026 – November 14, 2026

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10:00 am: Vintage Fair at the Bridgend Centre

10:00 am – 4:00 pm
November 7, 2026 – November 14, 2026

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10:15 am: Walks for Health - Adlington Road car park

10:15 am – 11:30 am
November 9, 2026

Bollington ‘Walks for Health’  is  a programme of short, easy guided walks in and around Bollington designed to encourage new walkers. They provide a great opportunity to enjoy some exercise and meet  people.

The walks on this programme are weekly on a Monday daytime at 10.15am. There are different start points. All the walks are easy, less than 2 miles in length, with no stiles and gentle slopes.

We recommend you wear sturdy shoes and appropriate clothing for the weather conditions. You may like to bring a drink. Cost £2.

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2:00 pm: Monday afternoon Tai Chi with Sue

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
November 9, 2026

Combine exercise and meditation with this low-impact ancient Chinese practice. All ages and abilities welcome. £5

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10:00 am: Vintage Fair at the Bridgend Centre

10:00 am – 4:00 pm
November 7, 2026 – November 14, 2026

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10:00 am: Car wash at the Rec

10:00 am – 3:00 pm
November 10, 2026

Bollington Recreation Ground
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10:30 am: Crafts

10:30 am – 12:30 pm
November 10, 2026

Explore different crafts every week. £5.

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12:30 pm: Stand Strong Balance Exercise class with Julia

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
November 10, 2026

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2:00 pm: Art Group

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
November 10, 2026

Enjoy your love of art with like-minded people in this peer-led group. £4

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6:00 pm: Tuesday Tai Chi with Debbie

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
November 10, 2026

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10:00 am: Vintage Fair at the Bridgend Centre

10:00 am – 4:00 pm
November 7, 2026 – November 14, 2026

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10:15 am: Walk - Exploring Kerridge - 4.5 miles

10:15 am – 12:30 pm
November 11, 2026

Rated 3 boots.

All walks start at 10:15am unless otherwise stated. The cost is £3.00 per walk. On a Wednesday this price includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the walk.

The walks vary in difficulty & length each week and so we have a ratings system to provide information on the difficulty of each one, which is detailed below. If you are unsure of your level, try a short and easy walk first. You can also have a chat beforehand with any of the Bridgend staff to get information on what the terrain may be like. Please bear in mind that the conditions underfoot will vary depending on the weather. Please wear suitable footwear, clothing and equipment. It is also advisable to bring a drink on the walks.

Dogs are welcome to join us on most walks, but should always be kept on a lead. If dogs are not allowed on any of the walks, it will be indicated on the walk information (for example if we go on a path where they are not allowed). All those talking part do so at their own risk.

See leaflet for more details.

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10:30 am: Beginner's Spanish

10:30 am – 11:30 am
November 11, 2026

Beginner's Spanish Conversation class with Wanda. £5.

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12:00 pm: Intermediate Spanish

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
November 11, 2026

Intermediate level Spanish Conversation class. £5.

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1:30 pm: Advanced Spanish

1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
November 11, 2026

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2:00 pm: Mah Jong

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
November 11, 2026

Explore the ancient strategy game of Mah Jong. £4.

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10:00 am: Vintage Fair at the Bridgend Centre

10:00 am – 4:00 pm
November 7, 2026 – November 14, 2026

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10:30 am: Yoga with Helen Laxmi

10:30 am – 11:15 am
November 12, 2026

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11:00 am: Crochet

11:00 am – 12:00 pm
November 12, 2026

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2:00 pm: A Brew with the Guys

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
November 12, 2026

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2:00 pm: Talk and Games

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
November 12, 2026

Enjoy a chat and a cuppa. Quizzes, games, guest speakers and the occasional outing. £4

 

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6:00 pm: Bridgend Bingo

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
November 12, 2026

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10:00 am: Vintage Fair at the Bridgend Centre

10:00 am – 4:00 pm
November 7, 2026 – November 14, 2026

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10:30 am: Bridgend Community Choir

10:30 am – 12:00 pm
November 13, 2026

Discover the joys of music with our fun community choir. The ability to sing is not a requirement! £5. Every Friday.

 

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2:00 pm: Armchair exercise class

2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
November 13, 2026

Boogie with your Buddies in this fun, creative class that you can enjoy seated or standing. £5.

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10:00 am: Vintage Fair at the Bridgend Centre

10:00 am – 4:00 pm
November 7, 2026 – November 14, 2026

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10:15 am: Walks For Health - Start point Sweet Kitchen Cafe Bollington Cross

10:15 am – 11:30 am
November 16, 2026

Bollington ‘Walks for Health’  is  a programme of short, easy guided walks in and around Bollington designed to encourage new walkers. They provide a great opportunity to enjoy some exercise and meet  people.

The walks on this programme are weekly on a Monday daytime at 10.15am through Autumn and Winter. There are different start points. All the walks are easy, less than 2 miles in length, with no stiles and gentle slopes.

We recommend you wear sturdy shoes and appropriate clothing for the weather conditions. You may like to bring a drink. Cost £2.

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10:30 am: Creative Arts

10:30 am – 12:00 pm
November 16, 2026

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2:00 pm: Monday afternoon Tai Chi with Sue

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
November 16, 2026

Combine exercise and meditation with this low-impact ancient Chinese practice. All ages and abilities welcome. £5

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10:00 am: Car wash at the Rec

10:00 am – 3:00 pm
November 17, 2026

Bollington Recreation Ground
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10:30 am: Crafts

10:30 am – 12:30 pm
November 17, 2026

Explore different crafts every week. £5.

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12:30 pm: Stand Strong Balance Exercise class with Julia

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
November 17, 2026

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2:00 pm: Art Group

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
November 17, 2026

Enjoy your love of art with like-minded people in this peer-led group. £4

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6:00 pm: Tuesday Tai Chi with Debbie

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
November 17, 2026

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10:15 am: Walks - Higher Hurdsfield - 5.5 miles

10:15 am – 12:30 pm
November 18, 2026

Rated2 boots.

All walks start at 10:15am unless otherwise stated. The cost is £3.00 per walk. On a Wednesday this price includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the walk.

The walks vary in difficulty & length each week and so we have a ratings system to provide information on the difficulty of each one, which is detailed below. If you are unsure of your level, try a short and easy walk first. You can also have a chat beforehand with any of the Bridgend staff to get information on what the terrain may be like. Please bear in mind that the conditions underfoot will vary depending on the weather. Please wear suitable footwear, clothing and equipment. It is also advisable to bring a drink on the walks.

Dogs are welcome to join us on most walks, but should always be kept on a lead. If dogs are not allowed on any of the walks, it will be indicated on the walk information (for example if we go on a path where they are not allowed). All those talking part do so at their own risk.

See leaflet for more details.

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10:30 am: Beginner's Spanish

10:30 am – 11:30 am
November 18, 2026

Beginner's Spanish Conversation class with Wanda. £5.

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12:00 pm: Intermediate Spanish

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
November 18, 2026

Intermediate level Spanish Conversation class. £5.

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1:30 pm: Advanced Spanish

1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
November 18, 2026

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2:00 pm: Mah Jong

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
November 18, 2026

Explore the ancient strategy game of Mah Jong. £4.

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10:30 am: Yoga with Helen Laxmi

10:30 am – 11:15 am
November 19, 2026

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11:00 am: Crochet

11:00 am – 12:00 pm
November 19, 2026

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2:00 pm: A Brew with the Guys

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
November 19, 2026

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2:00 pm: Talk and Games

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
November 19, 2026

Enjoy a chat and a cuppa. Quizzes, games, guest speakers and the occasional outing. £4

 

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10:30 am: Bridgend Community Choir

10:30 am – 12:00 pm
November 20, 2026

Discover the joys of music with our fun community choir. The ability to sing is not a requirement! £5. Every Friday.

 

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2:00 pm: Armchair exercise class

2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
November 20, 2026

Boogie with your Buddies in this fun, creative class that you can enjoy seated or standing. £5.

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22November 22, 2026

10:15 am: Walks For Health - Start point Jackson Lane near the car park

10:15 am – 11:30 am
November 23, 2026

Bollington ‘Walks for Health’  is  a programme of short, easy guided walks in and around Bollington designed to encourage new walkers. They provide a great opportunity to enjoy some exercise and meet  people.

The walks on this programme are weekly on a Monday daytime at 10.15 am through Autumn and Winter. There are different start points. All the walks are easy, less than 2 miles in length, with no stiles and gentle slopes.

We recommend you wear sturdy shoes and appropriate clothing for the weather conditions. You may like to bring a drink. Cost £2.

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10:30 am: Creative Arts

10:30 am – 12:00 pm
November 23, 2026

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2:00 pm: Monday afternoon Tai Chi with Sue

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
November 23, 2026

Combine exercise and meditation with this low-impact ancient Chinese practice. All ages and abilities welcome. £5

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10:00 am: Car wash at the Rec

10:00 am – 3:00 pm
November 24, 2026

Bollington Recreation Ground
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10:30 am: Crafts

10:30 am – 12:30 pm
November 24, 2026

Explore different crafts every week. £5.

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12:30 pm: Stand Strong Balance Exercise class with Julia

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
November 24, 2026

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2:00 pm: Art Group

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
November 24, 2026

Enjoy your love of art with like-minded people in this peer-led group. £4

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6:00 pm: Tuesday Tai Chi with Debbie

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
November 24, 2026

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10:05 am: Shuttle to the Shops - Chester Christmas markets

10:05 am – 5:00 pm
November 25, 2026

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10:05 am: Shuttle to the Shops - Chester Christmas markets

10:05 am – 5:00 pm
November 25, 2026

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10:15 am: Walk - Trains, Boats and a Tramway - 4.5 miles

10:15 am – 12:30 pm
November 25, 2026

Rated 2 boots. Bollington cross and Kerridge.

All walks start at 10:15am unless otherwise stated. The cost is £3.00 per walk. On a Wednesday this price includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the walk.

The walks vary in difficulty & length each week and so we have a ratings system to provide information on the difficulty of each one, which is detailed below. If you are unsure of your level, try a short and easy walk first. You can also have a chat beforehand with any of the Bridgend staff to get information on what the terrain may be like. Please bear in mind that the conditions underfoot will vary depending on the weather. Please wear suitable footwear, clothing and equipment. It is also advisable to bring a drink on the walks.

Dogs are welcome to join us on most walks, but should always be kept on a lead. If dogs are not allowed on any of the walks, it will be indicated on the walk information (for example if we go on a path where they are not allowed). All those talking part do so at their own risk.

See leaflet for more details.

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10:30 am: Beginner's Spanish

10:30 am – 11:30 am
November 25, 2026

Beginner's Spanish Conversation class with Wanda. £5.

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12:00 pm: Intermediate Spanish

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
November 25, 2026

Intermediate level Spanish Conversation class. £5.

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1:30 pm: Advanced Spanish

1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
November 25, 2026

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2:00 pm: Mah Jong

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
November 25, 2026

Explore the ancient strategy game of Mah Jong. £4.

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10:30 am: Yoga with Helen Laxmi

10:30 am – 11:15 am
November 26, 2026

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11:00 am: Crochet

11:00 am – 12:00 pm
November 26, 2026

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2:00 pm: A Brew with the Guys

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
November 26, 2026

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2:00 pm: Talk and Games

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
November 26, 2026

Enjoy a chat and a cuppa. Quizzes, games, guest speakers and the occasional outing. £4

 

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10:30 am: Bridgend Community Choir

10:30 am – 12:00 pm
November 27, 2026

Discover the joys of music with our fun community choir. The ability to sing is not a requirement! £5. Every Friday.

 

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2:00 pm: Armchair exercise class

2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
November 27, 2026

Boogie with your Buddies in this fun, creative class that you can enjoy seated or standing. £5.

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10:00 am: The Bridgend Christmas Cracker

10:00 am – 4:00 pm
November 28, 2026

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29November 29, 2026

10:15 am: Walks For Health - Start point Whiteley Green Holehouse Lane car park

10:15 am – 11:30 am
November 30, 2026

Bollington ‘Walks for Health’  is  a programme of short, easy guided walks in and around Bollington designed to encourage new walkers. They provide a great opportunity to enjoy some exercise and meet  people.

The walks on this programme are weekly on a Monday daytime at 10.15am. There are different start points. All the walks are easy, less than 2 miles in length, with no stiles and gentle slopes.

We recommend you wear sturdy shoes and appropriate clothing for the weather conditions. You may like to bring a drink. Cost £2.

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10:30 am: Creative Arts

10:30 am – 12:00 pm
November 30, 2026

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2:00 pm: Monday afternoon Tai Chi with Sue

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
November 30, 2026

Combine exercise and meditation with this low-impact ancient Chinese practice. All ages and abilities welcome. £5

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10:00 am: Car wash at the Rec

10:00 am – 3:00 pm
December 1, 2026

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10:30 am: Crafts

10:30 am – 12:30 pm
December 1, 2026

Explore different crafts every week. £5.

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12:30 pm: Stand Strong Balance Exercise class with Julia

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
December 1, 2026

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2:00 pm: Art Group

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
December 1, 2026

Enjoy your love of art with like-minded people in this peer-led group. £4

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6:00 pm: Tuesday Tai Chi with Debbie

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
December 1, 2026

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10:15 am: Walk - Over the Rain(b)ow - 5.5 miles

10:15 am – 12:30 pm
December 2, 2026

Rated 3 boots.

All walks start at 10:15am unless otherwise stated. The cost is £3.00 per walk. On a Wednesday this price includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the walk.

The walks vary in difficulty & length each week and so we have a ratings system to provide information on the difficulty of each one, which is detailed below. If you are unsure of your level, try a short and easy walk first. You can also have a chat beforehand with any of the Bridgend staff to get information on what the terrain may be like. Please bear in mind that the conditions underfoot will vary depending on the weather. Please wear suitable footwear, clothing and equipment. It is also advisable to bring a drink on the walks.

Dogs are welcome to join us on most walks, but should always be kept on a lead. If dogs are not allowed on any of the walks, it will be indicated on the walk information (for example if we go on a path where they are not allowed). All those talking part do so at their own risk.

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10:30 am: Beginner's Spanish

10:30 am – 11:30 am
December 2, 2026

Beginner's Spanish Conversation class with Wanda. £5.

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12:00 pm: Intermediate Spanish

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
December 2, 2026

Intermediate level Spanish Conversation class. £5.

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1:30 pm: Advanced Spanish

1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
December 2, 2026

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2:00 pm: Mah Jong

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
December 2, 2026

Explore the ancient strategy game of Mah Jong. £4.

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10:30 am: Yoga with Helen Laxmi

10:30 am – 11:15 am
December 3, 2026

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11:00 am: Crochet

11:00 am – 12:00 pm
December 3, 2026

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2:00 pm: A Brew with the Guys

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
December 3, 2026

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2:00 pm: Talk and Games

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
December 3, 2026

Enjoy a chat and a cuppa. Quizzes, games, guest speakers and the occasional outing. £4

 

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10:30 am: Bridgend Community Choir

10:30 am – 12:00 pm
December 4, 2026

Discover the joys of music with our fun community choir. The ability to sing is not a requirement! £5. Every Friday.

 

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2:00 pm: Armchair exercise class

2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
December 4, 2026

Boogie with your Buddies in this fun, creative class that you can enjoy seated or standing. £5.

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11:00 am: Saturday Social

11:00 am – 1:00 pm
December 5, 2026

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6December 6, 2026

Upcoming events

  • 10:15 am – 11:30 am, November 2, 2026 – Walks for Health- Bridgend Centre
  • 10:30 am – 12:00 pm, November 2, 2026 – Creative Arts
  • 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm, November 2, 2026 – Monday afternoon Tai Chi with Sue
  • 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, November 3, 2026 – Car wash at the Rec
  • 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, November 3, 2026 – Crafts

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