Bike Ride to See Stockport's Newest Park
2024-07-07 10:30 - 13:00 UTC | Thornfield Road Heaton Mersey SK4 3JT, Thornfield Road, SK4 3JT, United Kingdom
Join us to find out about lovely cycle friendly routes into and around Stockport
Join us to find out about lovely cycle friendly routes into and around Stockport. Ride mostly on quiet roads and cycle paths. Stopping at Stockport’s newest park, have coffee and cake or even lunch at newly refurbished Rhode Island Coffee shop and see the source of the River Mersey.
What’s occurring: Stockport’s newest park! First pictures inside Stockport’s new rooftop park as incredible town centre transformation continues
The Route: is perfect for riders of all skill levels, and is mostly on quiet cycle paths.
Book for free on eventbrite

Heatons Repair Café
2024-07-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-08-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-21 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-10-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-11-16 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-21 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-01-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-02-15 10:00 - 12:00 UTC and 13 more dates | St Paul’s, St Paul's Church, St Paul's Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK4 4RY, United Kingdom
Join volunteers from across the Heatons for our new repair café!

How does it work?

Repair cafés are run by volunteers — people who have specific skills that they would like to share with the local community. These skills may include sewing or repairs to furniture/wood, bikes, garden tools and small electrical items. There is also a need for volunteers with “meet and greet” skills for managing the tea, coffee and cake! Repair cafés operate once a month for a period of two hours.

Is there a charge?

No, the repairs are free, although donations are welcome to help build the stock of tools and materials.
Do you know anyone who might be interested in volunteering? Repairs will include household objects, bicycles, clothing, mechanical devices and woodworking repairs. Any skill you may have to repair things, whatever it is, we would love to hear about it. If you can help or would like to know, more email info@slheatons.org

Bike Ride to Chadkirk Chapel
2024-07-27 11:00 - 16:00 UTC | Thornfield Road Heaton Mersey SK4 3JT, Thornfield Road, SK4 3JT, United Kingdom
A pedal powered adventure through Stockport’s green spaces to Chadkirk Chapel
This is a mostly off-road route, passing along national cycle trails and finishing at Chadkirk Church near Marple. On the day of our ride, the annual Dressing of the Well takes place. We return by the same route.
See a bit of Stockport history! On this ride you will pass two medieval Halls and arrive at the 16th Century Chadkirk Chapel to witness a well dressing.
Our route drops down to the Trans Pennine Trail by the River Mersey, before going through Stockport Town Centre to pick up the Trail once more by the River Tame. We then head up through Reddish Vale Park before dropping down to Pear Mill where we pick up the NCN55 and the start of the Etherow-Goyt Valley Way. We first pass by Bredbury Hall (this site is mentioned in the Domesday Book!), and then Goyt Hall, where you may be able to pick up a coffee at the hut (if it’s open!). The route then continues along gravel trails before crossing the main road into Chadkirk.
The Chapel is usually only open to the public on the last Sunday of the month, but on the day of our ride, the annual Dressing of the Well takes place. The event starts at 12 noon and finishes at 5pm, with the formal well dressing taking place at 1pm. We aim to be there for about 12:30 and will leave no later than 2pm. There are hot drinks and cakes on sale, although you may want to bring your own lunch.
The Stockport Silver Band, Stockport Ukulele Players and Stockport Morris Men will be performing, and there will be stalls selling locally grown plants, second-hand books, cards, paintings, crafts, Chadkirk Comfrey Oil and Chadkirk Elderflower Cordial.
This event is designed for families.
The Route: is perfect for riders of all skill levels and is mostly on gravel cycle paths. There are a few main roads to cross, and there is one short steep section where you may find it easier to get off and push. The gravel tracks can be rough in parts and we recommend at least 28mm tyres. Electric bikes and trailers are welcome.
The Scenery: The countryside on the Etherow-Goyt Valley way is very pretty, and you will feel a million miles from the city. We run along three of Stockport’s rivers – the Mersey, the Tame and the Goyt.
Bring: Please bring a roadworthy bike, a drink and a picnic lunch, plus money for refreshments (NB cash only at Chadkirk Chapel). Also bring a bike lock in case you want to wander around whilst at Chadkirk.
Weather: Please check the weather forecast and dress accordingly. We ride rain or shine!
Book for free on eventbrite

Family-Friendly Bike Ride to Abney Hall
2024-08-31 13:00 - 15:30 UTC | Thornfield Road Heaton Mersey SK4 3JT, Thornfield Road, SK4 3JT, United Kingdom
Join us for a fun-filled bike ride to Abney Hall, perfect for the whole family to enjoy together!
Join us for a fun-filled bike ride to Abney Hall! This exciting event is perfect for the whole family to enjoy together. We’ll be meeting at Thornfield Park on Thornfield Road in Heaton Mersey, Stockport, UK.
We’ll be on some quiet roads but our route is largely off-road including a section of the Trans Pennine Trail down to the River Mersey. At Abney Hall there’s the little cafe to enjoy and for those who want, a short game of rounders. This is a great ride for people and families with children who want to get confident on the bike and to cycle to local places.
The total distance is approx 6 miles.
Book for free on eventbrite

Heatons Repair Café & Workshops
2024-09-21 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | St Paul’s, St Paul's Church, St Paul's Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK4 4RY, United Kingdom
Join volunteers from across the Heatons for our new repair café!
This month, we will be joined by the YourHomeBetter team who can offer advice on what help is available for insulating your home before winter. In addition, Fil Baldowski of All Rolled Up (and one of our Repair Café volunteers) will be hosting a one hour workshop on simple sewing techniques and you will take home a little emergency sewing kit that you will have made.

How does it work?

Repair cafés are run by volunteers — people who have specific skills that they would like to share with the local community. These skills may include sewing or repairs to furniture/wood, bikes, garden tools and small electrical items. There is also a need for volunteers with “meet and greet” skills for managing the tea, coffee and cake! Repair cafés operate once a month for a period of two hours.

Is there a charge?

No, the repairs are free, although donations are welcome to help build the stock of tools and materials.
Do you know anyone who might be interested in volunteering? Repairs will include household objects, bicycles, clothing, mechanical devices and woodworking repairs. Any skill you may have to repair things, whatever it is, we would love to hear about it. If you can help or would like to know, more email info@slheatons.org

Bike Ride to Lyme Park
2024-10-05 11:00 - 16:00 UTC | Thornfield Road Heaton Mersey SK4 3JT, Thornfield Road, SK4 3JT, United Kingdom
Visit one of the region’s most popular beauty spots in the Peak District National Park and leave the car at home!
Lyme Park is just 11 miles away by bike, and you don’t have to use the A6 to get there. Our route takes you through residential streets out to Hazel Grove, then quiet country lanes through woods and alongside rivers. We take you briefly onto the Middlewood Way, where there are options for a coffee stop, before entering Lyme Park from the lesser known South West entrance. A short climb through the woods on a gravel track brings you to the House at Lyme and the Timber Yard Café where you can picnic or buy lunch.
We will stay at Lyme Park for around an hour, so you can wander around, use the adventure play area or walk up to ‘The Cage’ – you may even see some of the famous Lyme Park deer!
On the return journey we pass Disley station, where there are hourly (bike friendly) trains back to Heaton Chapel (22 minutes journey time). Or you can stay with us returning via High Lane, Torkington Lane, Offerton and Stockport Town Centre – it’s downhill all the way (well mostly….).
This event is designed for families, but littlies may find the distance a bit far and the ride up to Lyme is not suitable for trailers.
The Route: is perfect for riders of all skill levels, and is mostly on quiet cycle roads and cycle paths. There is a fair amount of crossing of main roads and there are a few short but steep sections where you may find it easier to get off and push. The gravel track up to Lyme is steep and rough, we recommend at least 28mm tyres and good range of gears!
The Scenery: The scenery around Lyme Park is breathtaking – it’s part of the National Park for good reason and you will be amazed at how far away the city seems. On most days, you can see both the Manchester skyline and Kinder Scout, the highest point of the Peaks.
Bring: Please bring a roadworthy bike, a drink and either a picnic lunch or money for lunch at Lyme Park. Also bring a bike lock in case you want to leave your bike whilst you wander around the park
Weather: Please check the weather forecast and dress accordingly. As this is a long day out, we may cancel if the weather is too bad.
Book for free on eventbrite

Visit to the Recycling Centre in Sharston
2025-02-19 18:20 - 20:30 UTC | R4GM Longley Lane Visitor Centre, R4GM Longley Lane Visitor Centre, Sharston, Manchester, M22 4RQ, United Kingdom
Have you ever wondered how your recycling materials are sorted? Join the SLH team on our trip to see and hear how recycling happens. We’ll get a tour of the facility that uses lasers, cyclones, and magnets to separate the recycling in over a million homes, and the chance to take part in activities to help us to understand the process.
Everyone is welcome, although this event is unsuitable for those under 7.
To reserve your place, book here before 14th February.
We encourage you to travel by public transport or to car share. We will arrange a local meeting place in the Heatons so people can travel together.
Any questions? Contact info@slheatons.org

Water Workshop at Marbury Road Edible Garden
2025-05-10 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Marbury Road Edible Garden, Nelstrop Road North, Heaton Chapel, SK45NH
Sustainable Living in the Heatons is delighted to be collaborating with Marbury Road Edible Garden on this exciting project!

SLH bike ride to see the Helios at Victoria Baths
2026-03-21 12:45 - 17:00 (Europe/London)
Book your tickets at https://buytickets.at/sustainablelivingintheheatons/2073227
All rides to start from Thornfield Park, by the Coffee van.

Family-Friendly Free Bike Ride to Station South
2026-04-11 10:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London)
Book your tickets at https://buytickets.at/sustainablelivingintheheatons/2075995
All rides start from Thornfield Park, by the coffee van.
