We’ll be at the 29th annual Celebrate Festival in Whalley Range this Monday 4th May, 12–6pm at JNR8 Community Centre
A community-led festival celebrating connection, creativity and volunteering, full programme link in bio 🔗
We’ll have a Gentle Steps stall there throughout the day!
Come say hello, grab a flyer/keychain, join the WhatsApp, or chat to us about volunteering and future walks
#celebratefestival #whalleyrange #gentlesteps #manchestercommunity #bankholiday
We’re excited to share that our weekly walk is now listed as part of the GM Walking Festival
The festival features hundreds of free guided walks across Greater Manchester, from gentle park strolls and canal walks to heritage trails, nature routes, accessible walks & community-led adventures
A chance to explore the city differently, meet new people and reconnect with movement at your own pace
You can find our walk and browse the full programme via the link in bio 🔗
Join us this May Day- Sunday 3rd May
1:30PM | 20 min women’s walk
A gentle pause in the day to move, connect and reset together.
Meet at the Gentle Steps stall, just come along, no booking needed
#mudkitchen #mayday #womenswalk #manchestercommunity #whalleyrange #gentlesteps
St George’s Day belongs to all of us
We’re hosting a family-friendly creative workshop to share stories, create together, and celebrate community in an inclusive way
Join us on the 28th of April @bembecafe , no booking required
#manchestercommunity #alexandra
Every second Saturday, @bigbreakfastot turn breakfast into solidarity 🍳
A pay‑what‑you‑feel veggie/vegan feast, run entirely by volunteers so all funds support destitute asylum seekers through the St Bride’s Project. Come along, bring loved ones, or jump in as a volunteer!
📍 M16 9NW
A little milestone for us… one year of walking together (even if we’re not entirely sure when we started counting!)
We loved welcoming new faces this weekend and sharing the space with both familiar and first-time walkers. There’s something really special about watching the group slowly grow, step by step
Huge thank you to our volunteers who helped with setting up, leafleting, walking, and braving the windy conditions thank you to @bembecafe for hosting us in the Karibu Room for a cosy post-walk tea & coffee. They’ve got a brand new in-house chef and a new menu coming soon! definitely check out the sourdough chicken panini, salads, and fresh juices in the fridge next time you’re there.
This project was supported by the neighbourhood investment fund @manchestercitycouncil
Here’s to many more gentle steps.
Come walk with us this Saturday
A gentle women’s walking group in Alexandra Park 💜
11am walk + optional café social at Bembe
We’ll have a little table set up too, so come say hi or join us after
All abilities welcome • just turn up!
50 weeks. Countless stories. One incredible community
Women from all walks of life, backgrounds, chapters, showing up every week and finding the same thing: each other. These pathways have held so much laughter, inspiration, and empowerment, one conversation at a time.
Here’s to us. We’re just getting started!
#womenswalk #gentlestepswmc #alexandraparkmanchester
The zine workshop was a reminder that “home” can be layered, shifting, and deeply personal.
In a city like Manchester, shaped by so many communities, belonging isn’t one thing; it’s something we create together.
Maybe it’s where you plant seeds and stay long enough to watch them grow and flourish?
What does home mean to you?
#gmlivewellspringfestival #manchestercommunity
Eid Mubarak! 🌙 If you’ve kept walking with us this month, well done , hope it’s been a blessed one. Enjoy your day and we’ll see you this weekend for the walk+zine workshop!
Ramadan In Young Moss Side 🌙 (PART 1 OF 4)
A glimpse into shared spaces, moments of reflection, and the new voices bringing Moss Side together.
Through portraits and conversations, this series tells the stories of young people growing up in the neighbourhood, exploring faith, identity, and belonging during Ramadan. Celebrating their creativity, resilience, and the vibrant spirit of the community.
By sharing these authentic experiences, we wanted to curate a project which shines a light on Moss Side beyond the stereotypes - showing a place overflowing with pride, culture, and connection.
A project by @snestudios & @gonenorf Produced by @baka_bah & @rosie.callaa Captured by @hawwaetc / @photosbyhawwa
#RamadanStories #Faith #Community #YoungVoices #CulturalCelebration
