Events in Bury

2010 is a special year for Bury as there are so many changes taking place in the borough. We want to celebrate our successes and make Bury stand out from the crowd. That’s why we have themed the year around the concept ‘Made in Bury’. There are lots of famous people, historical figures, products, buildings and food which are all ‘Made in Bury’ and we want to celebrate them all this year. Why not check out the events calendar below so you can plan your trip to link in with some of the great things which are happening this year.

Events are being added all the time so make sure you check back here for the latest information and there will be a few big Bury surprising events to look out for.

29th Jun 11 | Town Meadow Park to Kirklees Circular Walk

Town Meadow Park to Kirklees Circular Walk Join the ranger for a walk along the Kirklees Trail and into the valley. Will involve gradients and uneven footpaths. Please wear stout footwear and suitable clothing. Town Meadow Park car park, Laurel Street, Tottington 2pm to 3pm 01706 823 358/ 07977548661 Anna... Read More

26th Jun 11 | Philips Park and Outwood Circular

Philips Park and Outwood Circular Join the Ranger on a walk around Philips Park and the Outwood Trail. Will involve gradients, stiles and unsurfaced footpaths. Bring suitable footwear and waterproof clothing. Barn Countryside Centre, Philips Park, Whitefield, M45 7QJ 1pm to 4pm 0161 723 1421 Richard Lester... Read More

26th Jun 11 | Bury Music Centre Festival

Bury Music Centre Festival Orchestras and groups from Bury Music Centre perform every evening. From junior groups through to our flagship Bury Youth Orchestra and Senior Concert Band. Come and support Bury's talented young musicians. Elizabethan Suite, Bury 7.30pm 0161 796 9910 Mrs D Williams mail@burymusic.co.uk Free... Read More

26th Jun 11 | Ramsbottom Heritage Society - Nangreaves and Gollinrod Circular

Ramsbottom Heritage Society - Nangreaves and Gollinrod Circular Circular walk a 2 to 3 hour walk. Be prepared for some uphill climbs. Meet in Nuttall Park car park 2pm 01706 827602 Joan Young For kids / pay for / dogs allowed / walk ... Read More

26th Jun 11 | Bury Agricultural Show

Bury Agricultural Show Showing & judging of cattle, sheep, horses, donkeys, ferrets, dogs, arts & crafts, hotrods & vintage machinery. Steel band, exotic animals, rural crafts, trade & charity stands, children’s fairground, climbing wall & paintballing, refreshment stands. Burrs Country Park 9am to... Read More

26th Jun 11 | Bury Cycle Speedway Club

Sunday 26 June Bury Cycle Speedway Club Northern Individual Riders Championship all categories Goshen Sport Centre, off Tennyson Ave, Bury 12pm to 6pm 0161 705 2378 Tony Mann For kids / dogs allowed / toilets / wheelchair ... Read More

25th Jun 11 | Action day at Redbank Lodges, Radcliffe

Action day at Redbank Lodges, Radcliffe Come along and help tidy up the Lodges – you might be surprised at what you will find! Clothes and footwear suitable for outdoor weather conditions recommended Redbank Lodges off Abbey Close, Radcliffe 11am to 3pm 0161 253 7764 Jacqui Goggs j.goggs0bury.gov.uk toilets /... Read More

25th Jun 11 | Gordon Wright Dance

Gordon Wright Dance Ballroom & sequence dancing with DJ & Dance instructor Neil Gibbons The Longfield Suite 7pm to 11.30pm 0161 253 7227 The management team Long.suite@bury.gov.uk pay for / toilets / wheelchair / conservation... Read More

24th Jun 11 | Let there be rock

Let there be rock Rock night with Live bands and DJ Dewsbury from Rock FM The Longfield Suite 7.30pm to 1.30am 0161 253 7227 The management team Long.suite@bury.gov.uk pay for / toilets / wheelchair / music... Read More

22nd Jun 11 | Guided Walk from Hoyles Park

Guided Walk from Hoyles Park Join the ranger on a walk crossing Gipsy Brook and into Chesham Woods. The walk may involve steep gradients, possible steps or stiles and un-even or un surfaced footpaths. Hoyles Park car park, Huntley Mount Road, Bury 1pm to 2pm 0161 797 3896 Jim Wynn j.l.wynn@bury.gov.uk dogs allowed / walk... Read More

21st Jun 11 | Midsummer Meander

Midsummer Meander From Burrs along the Kirklees Trail through Redisher Woods into Summerseat back along the Irwell Sculpture Trail. Some steep gradients, unmade paths, steps and stiles. Bring refreshments, stout footwear and suitable clothing. Approx 7 miles Chimney main car park, Burrs Country Park, Woodhill Road,... Read More

21st Jun 11 | Bury Clarion Cycling Club Hill Climb

Bury Clarion Cycling Club Hill Climb A hill climb, from Holcombe Brook to Holcombe Village open to all. Any roadworthy bike will be OK. Lumb Carr Road Holcombe Brook 7pm 01204884297 Bob Duckworth Chris.bob@virgin.net... Read More

19th Jun 11 | Peel Tower Open

Peel Tower Open Climb Peel Tower to take in the magnificent view. If the flag is flying, the tower is open to the public. Admission 50p child/concession, £1 adult, £2 Family (2 Adults and 2 Children). Proceeds go to charity. Peel Tower, Holcombe Hill 11am to 4.30pm (approx) 0161 253 5899 For kids / pay for /... Read More

19th Jun 11 | Guided Walk to Birtle

Guided Walk to Birtle Join the ranger on a 9-mile circular walk through Birtle and Cheesden Valley looking at the history of the area. Stiles and uneven surfaces. Please bring packed lunch and wear stout footwear and suitable clothing. Openshaw Park ranger base, Rochdale Road, Bury 10.30am to 3.30pm 0161 797 6524 Dominic... Read More

19th Jun 11 | Churches Together in Ramsbottom Family Fun day

Churches Together in Ramsbottom Family Fun day Free event to include music, sports, stalls, children's tent, face painting, BBQ, etc Everybody welcome Nuttall Park, Ramsbottom 1.30pm to 4.30pm 01706 827253 John Leyland john_leyland@hotmail.com For kids / dogs allowed / toilets / wheelchair / conservation / show / craft... Read More