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The Gruffalo at The Lowry – A Magical Family Theatre Trip Through the Deep Dark Wood 🌲🐭

Join us on our family trip to see The Gruffalo UK Tour as Alice and Leo revisit Tall Stories' magical stage adaptation. Discover our favourite moments, merchandise, seat tips and helpful information for families planning to see this much-loved children's show.

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WEEKLY UPDATE: 15th - 21st December 2025 | Christmas Shopping, Festive Prep & a Magical Trip to Liverpool

A cosy and festive family week filled with Christmas shopping, stocking prep, and a magical theatre night in Liverpool seeing Matilda The Musical.

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Weekly Update: 27th October – 2nd November | Half-Term Fun, Theatre Magic, Dino Discoveries & Halloween Crafts

From theatre magic and trampoline fun to dinosaur discoveries, Halloween baking and family museum days, this half-term week was full of creativity, adventures and everyday magic.

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WEEKLY UPDATE: 7th – 13th July | Kinky Boots, School Fair Fun & A Whole Lot of Family Magic

From a solo tram and train trip to Liverpool to see Kinky Boots the Musical, to bouncy castles, cupcake decorating and ice creams at the school summer fair, this week was full of sparkle, silliness and family magic.

Weekly Update: 16th – 22nd June 2025 | Manchester Shopping, Mini Golf & Frozen Musical Vibes

From Manchester shopping and Krispy Kreme donuts to mini golf, Costco hot dogs and a cosy Frozen movie afternoon, this week was full of gentle family fun.

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WEEKLY UPDATE: 28th April – 4th May | Family Fun, Theatre Trips & Balloon Show Magic

A magical family week filled with self-care, theatre trips, and balloon show fun — from Mary Poppins and North by Northwest to sensory joy at Z-arts and a Julia Donaldson treat at The Lowry.