Gorton & Abbey Hey

Aspinal Methodist Church is a thriving part of the local community with a range of people using our space for coffee mornings, gardening, warm space, alongside Sunday worship.

The space is an open and welcoming resource which is utilised by people of from a range of communities, including older people and young families.  Our space provides an access point to information and advice resources, especially to people who are newly settled into Manchester and for whom social connection, guidance and support is an important priority. The building is fully accessible inclusive and welcoming.

As a community organisation, the church is are rooted in our communities and know the nuances of the local area and the problems and issues people face. They recognise that where people are socially isolated, with a lack of relationships with others and little to no social support or contact there is a direct impact upon their health and wellbeing, and that there is associated risk even if people don’t feel lonely. By providing a regular and ongoing opportunity for social connection and activity, in a supportive environment, Aspinal will provide the opportunity for increased contact, stimulation, recreation and purpose.

Bollyfit Active was founded by Shamime Jan and delivers women-only fitness sessions across the city with a focus on South Asian and BAME women.  Bollyfit Active’s vision is to: ‘empower women of all cultures, religions and races, creating a community of independent women united by fitness, health and well-being.’  The Bollyfit team delivers a variety of movement sessions, and walking.

Break the Mute offers free walking activity for women aged 40+, especially from BAME backgrounds in Gorton and Abbey Hey: “We’ll walk, we’ll chat and we’ll lift eachother up because moving your body and clearing your mind feels even better when you do it in good company”.  Walks are 11am on Saturdays fortnightly from Debdale Park.

Contact info@breakthemute.co.uk, or phone 07311 462227.

Debdale Cycling for Health group – offers weekly rides, of various lengths led by qualified guides. A sociable group, set up to tackle anxiety, depression and social isolation. Café stop always included!

Meet 10am at Debdale Park Aviary (opposite the playground) for a 10:30 departure. Just £1 to cover costs. Bikes available to be borrowed if needed.

For further information contact Peter R on 07762 635 018, or Peter B on 07930 948 806.

Debdale Outdoor Activity Club is a community club based on the picturesque Gorton Lower Reservoir.

We give young people the chance to enjoy adventurous, water-based activities all year round – from sailing and kayaking to windsurfing and more. We run 2 sessions every Saturday (Minus some holidays):

AM Session runs from 09:00 until 12:00

PM Session runs from 13:00 until 16:00

Debdale Ramblers offer free friendly weekly walks every Thursday in Debdale Park.

They walk for about an hour around the park and reservoirs before stopping for a hot drink and chat.  If you want to get more active and meet people, or you’re nervous about walking alone, then join the Debdale Ramblers.  Meet Thursdays 10:15 in the car park off Wall Way.

For further information, contact Olwyn on olwyntaylor@outlook.com / 07741 209016

Healthy Me Healthy Communities is a not-for-profit company committed to reducing health inequalities in local communities.

We work closely with people in neighbourhoods to provide services that make a real difference in their lives. we aim to create lasting improvements for individuals and communities and help shape the public services they rely on.

By bringing people together, we work to build healthier and happier communities where everyone can thrive.

Levenshulme Lovely Ladies is a vibrant community group supporting BAME women aged 19+ across Levenshulme, Longsight, and Gorton. We create safe, inclusive spaces where women can build confidence, connect with others, and improve their mental and physical wellbeing. We do this through social and physical activities like walking, badminton, football, and coffee mornings. Our mission is to reduce isolation, promote healthy lifestyles, and empower women with life skills to thrive, especially during challenging times like the cost-of-living crisis. Join us and be part of a supportive, inspiring network of women making a difference together. We provide walking sessions and make walking a fun exercise. Every walk has a theme, for example, wellbeing walks, healthy walks, walking to explore nature, and mindful walks.

Contact details: 07450972430 | shakeelanoor22@hotmail.co.uk

Max Trax Openshaw is an all-wheel community cycling hub and pump track located at Delamere Park in Openshaw, East Manchester (M11 1JY).

Officially opened in February 2026, the facility was built as a lasting legacy project in memory of four-year-old Max Rimmer-Chambers, a local boy who loved bikes, scooters, and anything with wheels.

Rainbow Haven is a charitable organisation based in Gorton that works to support refugees and asylum seekers with a warm welcome and advice around the asylum process, housing, benefits, and building their lives in the UK.

We have a full programme of free activities that includes active and creative wellbeing sessions.

We’re here to help you feel at home.

Southway Housing works with local partners and supports community spaces, learning hubs, and centres across Manchester where residents can access activities, digital support, and employment advice.

Station South in Levenshulme – a cycle café for everyone, offering a wide variety of friendly and welcoming led rides, bike maintenance and lots of other cycling activity!  All ages and abilities welcome.

A diverse and welcoming studio space, we offer Dance, Cheerleading, Tumble Classes and Half Term Camps from ages 4yrs+ .

Competitive and non-competitive classes available.

Fresh air, being in nature, walking, talking, learning and hysterical laughing (we blame sleep deprivation!) are all great for you (and your baby).

That’s why Walking Mum’s Club was set up. We’ve built an inclusive community of parents who walk together across parks in Manchester, building new friendships, supporting each other and sharing stories of their parental journeys. Come and join us on a walk in your local park.

It’s a great way to link in to an amazing support network that may (often) lead to life long friends.

We Do Tennis are a not for profit, community interest company, that works to improve tennis at all levels of the game – from grassroots to performance.

For enquiries please contact 0195 298 4894 or email enquiries@wedotennis.co.uk

Wheels for All have a weekly inclusive cycling session in Debdale Park, Gorton.

They offer inclusive cycling for individuals with a disability/ long term health condition and anyone who would like to ride an adapted cycle.