June and July at Hanley Park with a soapbox derby and picnics!

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Join us in June and July

We're all set for a packed summer in Hanley Park, so join us at one of our larger events and see what's new as our £6m restoration project continues to transform the park.


From One Big Picnic to Circus Zyair, Midsummer Magic and Six Towns Carnival, we've got your summer covered.

Stand by for a further update as we move towards the summer holiday period, when we'll return with more of our regular Magic Mondays, Wild Wednesdays and Fantastic Fridays, plus much more besides.

 

We'll have a park restoration promotional stall at most of the events listed, so do drop by, say hello, and the get the latest on the improvements set for completion by summer 2018, as generously supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund, Big Lottery Fund and by National Lottery players.

 

To find out more contact Tom Pine or Claire Studman on 07787 005946 or 07584 174465, or email hanleypark@stoke.gov.uk

 


Soapbox Derby

Stoke-on-Trent Soapbox Derby
Sunday 4 June, 11am to 8pm

Soapbox returns for a freewheeling second year as teams from across the UK test their custom creations in a Hanley Park time trial. 

The track uses the footpath that stretches for about 400 metres, with bends, straights, chicanes, and a few obstacles too.

With a funfair, live music and lots of great activities, this promises to be a fun-filled family day for the whole community.

To find out more, contact Leroy at MetalC: stoke.soapbox@gmail.com

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One Big Picnic

One Big Celebration Picnic
Sunday 11 June, 2pm to 6pm

Join YMCA North Staffordshire and the University Quarter Community Action Network and lift the lid on a feast of activities including tie-dye, cartooning, bug box making and face painting. 

 

Eat, drink, read, share, create and - most importantly - have some fun.

 

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Midsummer Magic

Midsummer Magic with Friends of Hanley Park
Sunday 18 June, 1pm to 4pm

Join Friends of Hanley Park for Fathers' Day fun and more this midsummer! Enjoy donkey rides, willow weaving, brass bands, capoeira, juggling and much more.

 

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Stoke Pride 2017
Saturday 24 June, 1pm to 7pm 

Stoke-on-Trent Pride is a Celebration of LGBT togetherness.

It aims at uniting and bringing together all members of the local community.

This year Pride moves to its new home of Hanley Park. Join us for live music and family activities throughout the day.

 

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Six Towns Carnival 2017
Sunday 9 July, 11.30am to 7.30pm

Six Towns Carnival returns for its 19th year this July.

Expect spectacular performances in an eclectic range of styles, global cuisine, fairground rides and fun for all the family.

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Circus Zyair

Circus Zyair
Friday to Tuesday, 21 - 25 July
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Circus Zyair presents a colourful and action-packed hour and a half show with high energy acts from all over the world.

The 2017 tour is a dazzling combination of circus, music and laughter.

With a heated big top, comfy seating and an electric atmosphere from start to finish Circus Zyair promises to be a truly magical experience for the whole family.

http://circus-zyair.co.uk/


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