Victoria Park, Swinton
Kristy Stott, Theatre Editor
Situated in the Swinton area of Salford, Victoria Park opened in 1897.
Victoria Park is made up of the grounds of Swinton Old Hall; the hall itself was demolished in 1993.
What's on near Victoria Park, Swinton
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Dear England at The Lowry
Don’t miss James Graham’s Olivier Award-winning, big-hearted, ‘pitch-perfect’ celebration of football when it comes to Salford.
Until
Contemporary Dance at Lowry
From compelling solo shows to awe-inspiring ensemble pieces, Lowry bring another unmissable season of contemporary dance.
from £14.00
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Pig Heart Boy at The Lowry
A Children’s Theatre Partnership, Unicorn Theatre and Sheffield Theatres Production
Based on the novel by Malorie Blackman
Adapted by Winsome Pinnock
Directed by Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu
Is it better to have a pig’s heart that works … than a human heart that doesn’t?
Olaf Falafel’s Stupidest Super Stupid Show at Lowry
Enjoy an afternoon of belly laughter and ridiculousness as Olaf Falafel returns to Lowry for some kids comedy.
from £19.50
Häppy Hour: The Nordic Council at the Lowry
Join virtuosic circus trio the Nordic Council for a satirical take on Scandinavian nightlife in Häppy Hour.
emilyn claid: Untitled at Lowry
emilyn claid’s intimate and dazzling performance blends movement and theatre to explore ageing, acceptance and transformation.
from £14.00
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The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe at The Lowry
Step through the wardrobe and experience an icy, magic and mystical adventure.
from £19
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Handbagged at Lowry
A fresh, funny and fierce musical revival of Moira Buffini’s Olivier Award-winning fly-on-the-wall show.
from £32.00Where to go near Victoria Park, Swinton
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