10 fabulous things to do in Greater Manchester in September

Summer might be over but there’s lots of joy to be found in September. Firstly, there’s that back-to-school feeling which never quite leaves you, one of new beginnings and fresh starts.

Then there’s the always-promised ‘Indian Summer’, which we definitely deserve after the last few months of temperamental weather. Finally, there's the beauty of autumn to look forward to: crisp golden leaves, morning mists and just a teeny bit of a chill in the air.

Even if all of the above fails to put a smile on your face as summer comes to an end, fear not as there’s plenty to keep you busy in Greater Manchester for the month ahead. One thing that’s guaranteed to cheer you up is the Laughterama Festival at Castlefield Bowl, which sees some of the biggest names in comedy come together for five nights of entertainment.

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For even more laughs, catch The Book of Mormon for the Manchester leg of its UK tour at the Palace Theatre. Or see something completely different, which will equally lift your spirits, at the World Black Pudding Throwing Championships in Ramsbottom.

On the tamer side of things, the National Trust’s Heritage Open Days returns which will see dozens of historic and hidden buildings open their doors for free. And if you want to relive the summer of sport, then grab yourself a courtside seat at the Davis Cup at the AO Arena. Read on for more brilliant things to do in and around Greater Manchester this summer.

In years gone by the historic rivalry between Yorkshire and Lancashire played out on the battlefield, today it takes place in the town of Ramsbottom where the annual World Black Pudding Throwing