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‘I’m A Celebrity… Jungle Challenge’ opening at Salford Quays this summer

The adventure trail is the first of its kind in the UK.

The Manc - 23rd April 2021

An I’m A Celebrity… Jungle Challenge adventure park is set to open at Salford Quays in summer, ITV has confirmed.

The multi-million adventure trail – based on the smash-hit survival reality gameshow – is set to enjoy its official opening in 2021.

The first attraction of its kind, the I’m A Celebrity… Jungle Challenge invites guests to take on trials inspired by the ITV programme – whisking through the treetops on zip lines and ropes; scaling vertical climbing walls; and navigating a series of obstacles.

Tasks and challenges will be “based around the iconic Main Camp, Croc Creek and Snake Rock”.

Participants will also have the chance to grab a snap on the Winners’ Bridge and take a pew on the I’m a Celebrity… Jungle Challenge throne as King or Queen of the Jungle.

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I’m A Celeb… Jungle Challenge / ITV

I’m A Celeb… Jungle Challenge / ITV

The exact opening date for the attraction is yet to be confirmed – but you can register your interest online to become the first to hear about any updates.

ITV has launched an official webpage where you can sign up for alerts here.

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Pilates classes with eight-week old puppies are launching in Manchester next month

Pilates is already one of the most popular workouts of the moment, but we have a feeling this might make its popularity skyrocket.

Why? Because it’s pilates with puppies, that’s why.

Although it may sound a little too good – and too unbelievably flipping cute – to be true, your eyes aren’t deceiving you, as Manchester‘s very-own Paw Yoga is launching a handful of Puppy Pilates sessions next month, and this is your chance to stretch, strengthen… and snuggle with Spaniels.

Puppy Pilates sessions are exactly as they sound, blending gentle Pilates or Yogalates exercises with the joy of being surrounded by playful Cocker Spaniel puppies.

It’s a unique experience designed to promote relaxation and, of course, plenty of puppy cuddles.

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Each session starts off with 15 minutes of puppy introductions, followed by a half-hour instructor-led Pilates or Yogalates class, and finished with another 15 minutes of cuddles and photos with the pups.

Paw Yoga – which is better-known for its puppy yoga sessions, and is celebrating its third anniversary next month – ensures the wellbeing of its puppies is the utmost priority, with all attending puppies being over eight-weeks old and vaccinated, and the company refraining from mixing litters from different households.

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The company also exclusively collaborates with ‘trusted and ethical breeders’, so you can attend the classes knowing the puppies come from nurturing homes.

Pilates classes with eight-week old puppies are launching in Manchester next month / Credit: Supplied

Pilates classes with eight-week old puppies are launching in Manchester next month / Credit: Supplied

Each class lasts one hour, and at the end of every event, the puppies go home with their owners.

Throughout the sessions, puppies are provided with food, water, and their own comfortable resting space if they choose to have a nap rather than join in.

There’s Puppy Pilates class on 14 June and a Puppy Yogalates class on 15 June that you can book onto, with other dates expected to be announced in due course, so whether you’re a pilates pro or simply seeking a calming escape, these sessions offer the perfect blend of fitness and puppy cuddles.

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At the moment, the venue for the classes is to be confirmed, and tickets to take part will set you back £35 each.

Find out more and book a class on the Paw Yoga website here.

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A FREE event where little Mancs can meet Bluey is coming to MediaCity this half term

There’s a free event making its way to MediaCity this half term, and its fronted by a very familiar children’s TV character.

As schools across Greater Manchester are out for half term at the end of this month, toy manufacturers Little Tikes are heading to MediaCity and bringing everyone’s favourite adventurous puppy Bluey along for the ride too.

And better yet, it’s all completely free.

This day-long event – which is to celebrate the launch of Little Tikes and Bluey’s collaboration – will feature an abundance of Little Tikes toys for kids to try out, while parents can put their feet up and watch some Bluey on the big outdoor screen.

Alongside some much needed rest for parents, kids and adults alike can take part in a ‘Spin to Win’-style competition and even get their face painted.

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Whilst playing around with items such as the ‘Bluey Beach Day Sandbox’ and ‘Bluey Beach Water Table’, fan-favourite moments from the show will be broadcast onto the big screen.

There’s also a foot-to-floor car which kids can zoom around in titled ‘Bluey Grannies Car Coupe’, and the log flume inspired ‘Bluey Bushland Adventure’ where you can splash around mini-figurines from the TV show.

If that wasn’t enough Bluey for you in one day, the cute pup herself will be meeting and greeting little ones throughout the day – what more could you ask for?

A free event where little Mancs can meet Bluey is coming to MediaCity this half term / Credit: Wikimedia Commons

Ad what better place to host this special event than at MediaCity Waterside Steps, just outside of CBeebies HQ, which has recently received an all-new revamp.

Each attendee will be given a 45-minute slot throughout the day in which they can visit the attraction, and tickets are given out on a first-come-first-serve basis.

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If you’re interested in having some family fun this May half term, why not tag along with Little Tikes and Bluey for this free event at Media City on Wednesday 28 May from 11am onwards – with tickets HERE.

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