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Culture, heritage and sport

Empty outdoor tennis courts in Longford Park, viewed along the net stretching across the middle. The green hard surfaces are marked with white lines, and tall leafless trees line the background under a clear blue sky.
22 June 26
Culture, heritage and sport

Refurbished Trafford tennis court a smash hit

A refurbished tennis court in Trafford's Longford Park is proving to be a smash hit!

Blue circular commemorative plaque on a red brick wall reading “Trafford Council” with a crest above the name Gyani Sundar Singh Sagar (1917–1996). The plaque notes that he was a Sikh scholar and social activist instrumental in UK law changes securing freedom of choice for turban-wearing Sikhs.
17 June 26
Culture, heritage and sport

Blue plaque unveiled in honour of Sikh hero

A commemorative plaque honouring a hero for the British Sikh community has been unveiled in Old Trafford on the 109th anniversary of his birth.

A group of adults and children celebrating at Trafford Live in 2023. Some ae dressed in cricket whites, while others are waving cricket bats around in celebration
4 June 26
Culture, heritage and sport

Cricket fan village aims to be a big hit for residents

Trafford Council is putting together a celebration of sport as part of the Cricket World Cup coming to the borough.

A large group of people gathered on a grassy field for a community running event, listening to a speaker standing on a small platform beside a flag banner.
26 May 26
Culture, heritage and sport

And they’re off! New parkrun gets under way in Trafford

A brand-new parkrun has launched this month in Kingsway Park in Lostock and Barton Ward, to the delight of Trafford’s running, jogging and walking...

Vintage Kellogg’s cereal display in a glass case, featuring a bright yellow Rice Krispies “Diamond Jubilee 1928–1988” box with Snap, Crackle, and Pop illustrations, alongside a classic Frosties box with Tony the Tiger.
8 May 26
Culture, heritage and sport

New exhibition celebrates Kellogg’s Trafford Park legacy

Landmark display brings together nearly 90 years of history from one of Europe’s most iconic manufacturing sites.

A man stands indoors looking at a display board filled with historical black‑and‑white photographs and printed captions.
30 April 26
Culture, heritage and sport

Council wants your views on heritage document before deadline

A consultation on a document which sets out how Trafford Council identifies places and assets of heritage interest to be protected under the List of...

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1 August 24
Culture, heritage and sport

Lane7 now open at Foundation

The UK’s favourite boutique bowling and entertainment venue, Lane7 has thrown open its doors in Altrincham and is ready to roll.

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1 August 24
Culture, heritage and sport

Have your say on the future of Old Trafford Sports Barn

In 2022, Trafford Council consulted with the community on Old Trafford Sports Barn, to understand any issues around the facility and how it is being...

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31 July 24
Culture, heritage and sport

Young people getting sporty at free summer holiday clubs

Eligible young people across Trafford are taking part in a fabulous free holiday club programme over this school summer holiday.

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16 July 24
Culture, heritage and sport

Join us for the Trafford Moving Conference, and help shape the future of physical activity in the borough

On Friday 6 September, the Trafford Moving Conference takes place at Waterside, 1 Waterside Plaza, Sale, M33 7ZF, and you’re invited!

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