Red Rose Diners

East Lancashire Railway, Bolton Street Station, Bury (tel: 0161 764 7790)

Enjoy an evening of pure nostalgia on a luxury pullman style dining training.

Friday, 7.300pm-10.30pm, £27.50

Bridgemere Rose Show

Bridgemere Garden World, Bridgemere, Nantwich (tel: 01270 521100)

Hundreds of different blooms are on show held in conjunction with the National Rose Society North West and MIdlands Group.

Saturday and Sunday, admission free

Chester Races and Family Fun Day

The Racecourse, Chester (tel: 01244 304610)

A great day out for all the family to experience the excitement of horse racing as well as enjoying magicians, clowns, gladiators, bouncy castles and a steel band.

Sunday, various prices depending on location

Lancastrian Lunch

East Lancashire Railway, Bolton Street, Bury (tel: 0161 764 7790)

Enjoy lunch on board a luxury train.

Sunday, 1pm, adults from £20

Altrincham Society of Artists

Dunham Massey, Altrincham (tel: 0161 928 4351)

An exhibition of paintings by local artists in the Stables Courtyard.

Sunday, 11am-5pm, various admission charges

Time Detectives

Lyme Park, Disley, Stockport (tel: 01663 766492)

Archaeology comes alive with a weekend of activities, demonstrations and hands-on fun.

Saturday and Sunday, 8am-8.30pm, various admission charges