Sport and Recreation

  • Name
    Details
    Contact
  • Card making workshops with materials provided for making 1 or 2 cards per session.

    Margery Green
    0161 775 4372

  • Local circular walks in and around Rixton varying in length from 1.5 miles to 4 miles – all on level terrain.

    Mandy Eccles
    0161 222 4003

  • Green space in Glazebrook village which includes bench seating and picnic table.


  • Voluntary women’s organisation offering a variety of activities and the opportunity to campaign on local issues.

    Doreen Thomason
    0161 775 7349

  • Supervised fun indoor and outdoor activities for boys and girls aged 6 – 8yrs old.

    James Taylor
    07793 002025

  • A range of activities for 8 – 10yr old boys and girls during term-time.

    James Taylor
    07793 002025

  • Indoor Bowling group for ages from 12years and over (under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult).

    Ken Schofield
    07733 760169

  • Home to Scouts, Cubs & Beavers groups, the Scout Centre is also available for daytime and weekend hire.

    James Taylor
    07793 002025

  • Supervised activities for girls and boys 10 – 14yrs old during term-time.

    James Taylor
    07793 002025

  • Swimming pool, sports hall, fitness suite, squash court, multi-use studio and party venue.


    0161 778 0104

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest and wildlife haven, covering some 80 acres, freely accessible to the public.

    Rangers
    0161 777 9726

  • Rixton Runners welcome new runners for their Saturday morning social 5k.

    Andy Eaves
    07368 970112

  • Tennis open to all ages with facilities including three shale courts and a club house.

    Margaret
    07815 484863

  • Large green recreational fields that includes play equipment for young children.


  • Hosts community events for all the family.


    0161 775 1314

  • Dance style exercise class using music from around the world.

    Michele Simpson
    07525 456291