
Recreation and Wellness in Manchester
It’s important to stay fit and healthy whatever your age; there is a range of recreation and wellness facilities in Manchester helping you to do just that.
The city boasts many quality local leisure centres, libraries, workshops and parks. Many of Manchester’s leisure centres have excellent facilities. You’ll find modern gyms and fitness classes as well as spaces for team games.
You’ll also find regular activity groups happening at many local libraries. From weekly meetups for the over 50s to storytime for preschoolers, there is a warm welcome for everyone, whatever age or ability.

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North City Library
The first hour of every weekday is reserved for people aged over 60.
Free.
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The Whitworth
Free!
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