Belle Vue Family Fun Day

With activities, talks, exhibitions, memorabilia and more!

Whether you love reminiscing or finding out about the fascinating history of Belle Vue & Gorton for the first time, we invite you to come and enjoy a wonderful day packed with family fun right here at our modern-day Monastery!

MANCHESTER HISTORY & HERITAGE

Home to a zoological garden, circus, fair, speedway, dancing, boxing, wrestling, fireworks, music, and dancing for over 150 years, Belle Vue was the ‘show ground of the world’. Over the course of the day, you will discover just how monumental Belle Vue Zoo was in its heyday in this fascinating stroll through Manchester’s history & heritage.

WHEN?

From 10am – 4pm on Sunday 28th April, 2024, The Monastery will open its doors with a range of Belle Vue & Gorton related exhibitions, stalls and displays, plus fun activities for all the family.

Our onsite Welcome Café will be open all day from 10am – 4pm, with snacks and refreshments throughout.

Admission and parking are free of charge and there’s no need to book. Just come on down and bring the family!

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