I have grouped the listings by specific area – simply scroll down to the area you’re looking for. Hayley x
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Echo is a performing arts school offering dance, drama and singing classes to children from 3-16 years old.
We also run baby and preschool classes which focus on fun, singing, dancing and play for children aged 18 months upwards.
Our baby and preschool classes include – Baby Grooves – lots of singing, dancing and free play – and Preschool Performers – lots of imaginative play and storytelling!!
Most of our classes are based in Alderley Edge and host a mix of weekly classes and holiday clubs. Our Dance and Fitness class is held in Prestbury.
To find out more, click on the ‘More Info’ button below!
Join the Lyceum Youth Theatre at Crewe’s historic theatre and make friends, learn new skills, and boost confidence.
As a member of the Youth Theatre, you have the opportunity to work with professional artists and learn all about drama and performance in a fun, creative and friendly environment. It’s the perfect opportunity to develop your creativity as well as the chance to become involved in all aspects of theatre, including directing, design and technical elements.
This class is for slightly older children –
Juniors – Age 8-13
Every Saturday 10AM – 12PM
Seniors – Age 14-18
Every Thursday 6-8PM
For more information email getinvolved@crewelyceum.co.uk
A hugely popular, much loved programme that has been going for over 37 years! Tumble Tots sessions use unique equipment and are run by staff specially trained to get the best out of your child, structured according to the different ages/stages of a child’s development.
Sessions include: + Balance + Climbing + Mini Gymnastics + Music and Action Songs + Language Development + Parachute Fun.
Click ‘More info’ below to find out more!!
Family Rhymes and Stories – 11.00 – 11.30am – monthly, on the first Saturday of the month. Free, drop-in session.
Please check with organiser before you travel.
Lego Club – every Saturday at the library 10am – 12pm. Age 5 and over.
Please contact library to check club is running before you travel
Palmerston Street Bollington Macclesfield Cheshire SK10 5JX
T – 01625 378266
Drop in free LEGO and DUPLO Club every Saturday morning.
Subject to change so please check before you travel.
Preschool rugby coaching.
Runs daily classes in Macclesfield, Poynton, Congleton and Bollington.
T: 0345 313 6720
Toddler dance classes in Congleton for age 2-3 years and their grown ups.
Albion Works, Havannah St, Congleton CW12 2AQ
T: 07482 117 317
Free kids activity, Cheshire.
LEGO Club – 10.00 – 11.00am – monthly on the third Saturday of each month. Free; no need to book
Please check with organiser before you travel.
Handforth Library The Green Wilmslow Road Handforth Cheshire SK9 3ES
T – 01625 378272
Preschool football classes in Knutsford.
Knutsford Leisure Centre, Westfield Drive, Knutsford, Cheshire WA16 0BL and Egerton Youth Club Mereheath Ln, Knutsford WA16 6SL
T: 01614425713
Pre-school toddler football club in Macclesfield.
Classes for various age groups held in Macclesfield on Saturdays.
The Core, Churchway Macclesfield SK10 3EP
T: 0161 442 5713
Ballet, Acro and Musical Theatre
3-4 years
Saturday 9:15am- 10:00am
Rawle School of Dance, Studio 9, Brookside Mill, Brook Street, Macclesfield, SK11 7AA
T: 077 020 666 22
Preschool ballet classes in Congleton on Saturday mornings.
Rawle School of Dance and Performing Arts, Studio 9, Brookside Mill, Brook Street, Macclesfield, SK11 7AA
T: 077 020 666 22
Swimming classes from birth.
Classes in Macclesfield, Cheadle Hulme and Northwich.
T: 01477 410080
Rugby coaching in Macclesfield.
Classes on Saturdays for 2-5 year olds.
Macclesfield Rugby Union FC, Priory Park, Priory Ln, Macclesfield SK10 4AF
Preschool rugby coaching.
Runs daily classes in Macclesfield, Poynton, Congleton and Bollington.
T: 0345 313 6720
Baby and Toddler Swimming Lessons in Cheshire.
Daily Sessions in various local venues.
T: 01270 611111
Free activity for children in Cheshire.
Lego Club – 11.00 – 12.00 noon – every 4 weeks. Free, drop-in event. No need to book, just bring your imagination and a grown up! Mega Bloks are available for little ones.
Please contact organiser for details of forthcoming dates.
22 Lewin St, Middlewich CW10 9AS
T – 01606 288070
Preschool rugby coaching.
Runs daily classes in Macclesfield, Poynton, Congleton and Bollington.
T: 0345 313 6720
Playgroup for Dads in Poynton.
Meets 2nd Sat of the month term time 9:30am –
All dads, granddads or male carers and their pre-
For more info visit their website and Facebook page
St George’s Church, off London Road South, Poynton Cheshire SK12 1NH
T: 01625 879277
We make every effort to keep this info up to date, but playgroups often change their dates and times so please check with them before you travel
Pre School and Toddler Gymnastics with Sandbach Gymnastics
Preschool Gymnastics Classes
Monday 1-1.45 and 1.45-2.30 pm
Wednesday 1-1.45 and 1.45-2.30 pm
Friday 9.15 – 10am 10 – 10.45am and 10.45 – 11.30am
Saturday 9-10am
Toddler Time
Tuesday 9.30-10.30am
Sandbach Gymnastics, Millbuck Park, Millbuck Way, Sandbach, Cheshire CW11 3HT
T: 01270 767491
Rugby coaching for toddlers and preschool children.
Various class on Saturdays.
Sandbach Boys School Crewe Road Sandbach, Cheshire CW11 3NS
T: 0345 313 6705
Baby and Toddler Swimming Lessons in Cheshire.
Daily Sessions in various local venues.
T: 01270 611111
Ballet for little boys and girls in Wilmslow.
T: Miss Michelle – 07725 878515
Preschool football classes in Wilmslow, Cheshire.
Phoenix Sports Club, Styal Road, SK9 4HP (Opposite entrance to Styal Country Park) All year round on grass
T: 01625 529764