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Welcome to Manchester Active Voice.
In this edition, we share some of the amazing events, activities and campaigns taking place in Manchester.
Learn more below!
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 WHAT A DAY!
Ahead of the English National Badminton Championships in Manchester this weekend, Badminton England have officially launched Shuttle Stars, a new junior participation programme, designed to inspire 7-11-year-olds with a takeover of the Manchester Velodrome ahead of the English National Badminton Championships this weekend.
It was fantastic to see so many children playing the sport at such an iconic sporting venue.
Projects like Shuttle Stars are why we bring major events into the city. Delivering a vital part of the event’s legacy, aligning with our approach to get our children and young people more active in Manchester.
Learn more about Shuttle Stars via this link.
Huge thanks to Badminton England for putting on such a great event. Roll on the Championships this weekend.
Manchester is #AliveWithSport
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 Rugby icon Jonny Wilkinson, Ashes centurion Jacob Bethell and teenage darts sensation Luke Littler are among the sports stars throwing their support behind the Government’s ‘Team Up’ campaign, which launches today to tackle the male loneliness crisis.
With one in four boys and young men aged 11-24 saying they feel lonely at least some of the time, Team Up aims to show how sport can help them find safe, welcoming spaces to make friends, build support networks, and feel part of a community.
Manchester backs this.
We welcome the #TeamUp campaign and fully share its ambition to tackle isolation through the power of sport and community.
We’re investing in more local pitches, places and programmes so everyone has a team behind them.
Find an activity or club close to home at mcractive.com
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The 2026 Lloyds National Track Championships will be making its return, for the third year in a row to the home of cycling in Manchester’s National Cycling Centre from Thursday 19 – Sunday 22 February.
This is your chance to see the top riders compete for the coveted red, white, and blue national champions’ jerseys.
Tickets to all sessions are available now. Head to TicketMaster here to secure yours today.
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Refurbished Merseybank Clubhouse officially opened today, marking a new era for community sport and social activity.
Manchester City Council, alongside Fletcher Moss Rangers Football Club and the Football Foundation, is proud to announce the official opening of the newly refurbished Merseybank Clubhouse, a revitalised community asset designed to support grassroots football, expand opportunities for women and girls, and provide a welcoming social hub for local residents.
The project fulfils Fletcher Moss Rangers’ long‑standing ambition to transform the much‑loved 1950s building into a modern, accessible and energy‑efficient facility that will serve the community for generations. The refurbishment has delivered major improvements, including:
- New flexible community space
- Dedicated female, male, and accessible toilets
- New kitchen and café serving hatch
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Triple‑glazed windows and improved thermal performance
- LED lighting and upgraded electrical systems
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Energy‑efficient hot water and heat‑recovery ventilation
- Enhanced security measures
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A new roof with modern insulation
Today we celebrated the completion of the project with a launch event with all partners involved in bringing this beloved facility back to life. Thank you to everyone involved.
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Join Wheels for All at Debdale Park for an inspiring Inclusive Cycling experience during our Health and Wellness Taster Day.
Taking place on Tuesday 17 February, from 1.00pm to 3.00pm, the event invites people of all abilities to enjoy the freedom, confidence, and joy of cycling in a welcoming outdoor setting. A range of adapted cycles will be available, supported by our friendly, trained team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to get active, meet others, and discover inclusive cycling in your community. We look forward to welcoming you soon there.
All rides are completely free, but advance booking is required. Book here.
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 A brand-new Limitless BMX Session has launched at the National Cycling Centre.
Designed to be inclusive, these weekly sessions support riders aged 7+ with physical or learning disabilities, SEND, or additional needs.
Taking place every Sunday from 4.00pm to 5.00pm, the sessions offer a fun, safe, and welcoming environment where riders can build confidence, develop skills, and enjoy BMX at their own pace.
The experienced team ensures everyone is supported to take part and thrive. Booking is available via the Better UK app, at reception, or by scanning the QR code above.
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 Starting 2026 off strong! Manchester is Alive With Sport in the coming months!
Most notably the 2026 Lloyds National Track Championships and Super League Basketball Finals in February & March respectively.
We've updated all the amazing sporting events taking place in our city. Watch live sport, see what's on at mcractive.com/alive-with-sport
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 100,000 TICKETS SOLD
 Manchester is ready for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.
Tickets are selling FAST with over 100,000 already sold. If you want to see world-class cricket in Manchester, then now is your chance!
- 13 June is qualifier vs qualifier PLUS Australia vs South Africa
- 21 June sees South Africa take on the champions India.
Be quick! Tickets can still be found here.
 Manchester Parks are excited to invite you to Moonlit Miles, an event hosted in collaboration with Slow Run Club to bring communities together and raise awareness about women’s running safety.
Enjoy a relaxed 3K evening run at Platt Fields Park and connect with local running clubs!
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Date & Time: Saturday, 31 January, 3:30pm
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Where: Platt Fields Park, meet outside Lakeside Centre. Arrive via Mabfield Road entrance (keep going past the Market Garden). Limited parking available.
Everyone can take part! Whether you’re a seasoned runner, just starting out, curious about running, or simply want to support this important cause. All genders are welcome, this is not a women's only event.
This is a FREE event, sign up via this link.
 Manchester Active wants to know how to make their services more accessible to disabled residents of Manchester.
We have compiled a short survey to find out how you feel about physical activity and how we can make activities more accessible to you . There is a focus on our Physical Activity Referral Service but please provide as much information as you want about other work Manchester Active does.
Find the survey via this link. An EasyRead version is also available.
Please contact or call 07719 070263 for further info.
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 Across Manchester, we're promoting daily messages of support, inspiration, guidance and updates to the city across Facebook, Twitter and Instagram – tagging #MCRactive.
Follow @MCRactive to stay connected with the latest updates on staying active and healthy and share details with your friends and family.
We'd also love to hear about the innovative ways Mancunians are being active to share with others. If you have inspiring content – a short video, image or message, you can send via: info@mcractive.com or share them through @MCRactive on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.
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