The Vale

Abney Orchestra
2025-10-10 19:15 - 21:15, 2025-10-03 19:15 - 21:15, 2025-09-26 19:15 - 21:15, 2025-09-19 19:15 - 21:15 (Europe/London) | The Vale, Unit 2 Vale Mill, Micklehurst Road, Mossley, OL59JL, United Kingdom
Abney Orchestra rehearse at The Vale every Friday evening. They are a fun, friendly, community orchestra, playing light classics and popular film music. They are always looking for new members – no auditions – all ages and abilities welcome.
Come along and join their rehearsal on Friday evenings 7:15pm – 9:15pm.

For more information and to check their schedule you can visit their website: www.abneyorchestra.org

Yoga with Flow and Glow Yoga Co
2025-10-08 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-10-06 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-10-01 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-09-29 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-09-24 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-09-22 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-09-17 18:00 - 19:00
New for 2025, Flow and Glow Yoga Co are offering 2 sessions at The Vale each week and these public classes are available to book through their Instagram (@flowandglowyogaco) or WhatsApp (+447931387734). Classes are £8 either via cash or bank transfer and multi class packs are also available for purchase.

Founded in 2024, Flow and Glow Yoga Co are built on the belief that yoga should be accessible to everyone regardless of age, experience, shape, size or financial circumstances. Their mission is to help as many people as possible unlock the numerous physical and mental benefits of regular yoga practice, fostering well-being and balance in a supportive and inclusive environment.Monday 6-7pm – Yoga for Beginners
This class is perfect if you are brand new to yoga or need a recap on the basics. Each week we explore a different theme and work through a sequence of postures, exploring how each one feels within the body before slowing down for a relaxing stretch and savasana (final resting pose).Wednesday 6-7pm Vinyasa Flow (all levels welcome)
Don’t be intimidated by the name – Vinyasa simply means moving with the breath. We will explore a new theme every week and move through a sequence with the breath allowing us to enter a fluid, meditative state of movement. Options, advancements and modifications will be offered which means that this class is suitable for everybody from beginners to advanced practitioners.

Classes primarily take place in Studio 1 at The Vale which has step free access. Please note that every first Monday of month, the class will take place in Studio 3 which is up a flight of stairs.

Free Artist Space
2025-10-08 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-01 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-24 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-17 13:00 - 15:00
Free Open Studio Sessions at The Vale
Every Wednesday from 1.00pm to 3.00pm, The Vale opens up its studio spaces for artists and creatives to use completely free of charge.
These open sessions are designed to support creative practice in all its forms. Whether you are a sewer looking for access to a machine, a sculptor needing space to spread out, a musician in search of a quiet room to rehearse, or a henna artist wanting somewhere comfortable to practise and develop your work, you are very welcome here.
The atmosphere is relaxed and supportive, offering time and space to focus, experiment and make progress on your work. You can work independently, or alongside other creatives, sharing energy, ideas and inspiration in a welcoming environment.
If you would like to use the space, simply get in touch at hello@the-vale.co.uk to let us know what you need the studio for. This helps us make sure the right space, equipment and setup are ready for you when you arrive.
Drop in, settle in, and make The Vale your creative home for the afternoon.

Street band & Brass Class
2025-10-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-30 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-23 19:00 - 21:00
Horns and melody at The Vale!
Join us Every Tuesday 7pm – 9pm for our weekly offering of horns and melody Carnival activities here at The Vale in Mossley.
Meet new music pals and further your skills, all with a massive smile on your face as part of the Global Grooves Carnival community!
Melody players joining the project should have some experience.
Bring your instrument along! Brass, woodwind and anything else welcome!
Members aged 12-16 to be accompanied by an adult (Future Leaders alumni may come along unaccompanied).
For more information visit: www.globalgrooves.org/get-involved/courses-classes/gg-bloco/

Brazilian Dance Classes
2025-10-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-30 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-23 19:00 - 21:00
Dance at The Vale!
Tuesdays 7pm – 9pm.
Join us every Tuesday evening for our weekly offering of Carnival activities here at The Vale in Mossley.
Meet new pals and further your skills, all with a massive smile on your face as part of the Global Grooves Carnival community!
Dance classes are open to all abilities and experience levels.
Members aged 12-16 to be accompanied by an adult (Future Leaders alumni may come along unaccompanied).
For more information visit: www.globalgrooves.org/get-involved/courses-classes/gg-bloco/

Brazilian Percussion Classes
2025-10-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-30 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-23 19:00 - 21:00
Drum at The Vale!
Join us every Tuesday evening for our weekly offering of Carnival activities here at The Vale in Mossley.
Meet new music pals and further your skills, all with a massive smile on your face as part of the Global Grooves Carnival community!
Percussion classes are open to all abilities and experience levels. You’ll study and listen to a tantalising mix of percussion instruments in the sessions, including surdo, caixa, repinique, tamborim, and more!
Percussion instruments provided (feel free to bring yours along, but please check with a Bloco tutor first).
Members aged 12-16 to be accompanied by an adult (Future Leaders alumni may come along unaccompanied).
For more information visit: www.globalgrooves.org/get-involved/courses-classes/gg-bloco/

Music Production Training
2025-10-07 16:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 7th October, 4pm – 6pm (Free)
Are you interested in running music production workshops? This training is designed for workshop leaders who would like to incorporate music production and composition into their sessions. Open to emerging music leaders.
Where: The Vale, Unit 2, Micklehurst Road, Mossley, OL5 9JL
To sign up for this workshop, please email: amelia@globalgrooves.org

Knights of The Vale
2025-10-06 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-09-29 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-09-22 19:00 - 22:00
Knights of The Vale
Knights of The Vale is a friendly weekly social and hobby club for fans of Games Workshop, welcoming everyone from seasoned veterans to curious newcomers.
Taking place every Monday evening, the club offers a relaxed space to meet other like minded collectors and gamers, play tabletop games, build and paint miniatures, share tips, and enjoy the hobby together. Whether you come to roll dice, work on an army project, or simply hang out and talk all things Warhammer, you will find a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.
Sessions run from 7.00pm to 10.00pm every Monday, with plenty of time to socialise, get creative and enjoy the hobby at your own pace. You can drop in for the full evening or just part of the session.
If you are looking for a supportive community, good company and a regular night dedicated to tabletop gaming and miniature painting, Knights of The Vale would love to welcome you.
For updates and more information, visit the Facebook group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/[REDACTED]

Hydro Power Project
2025-09-27 13:00 - 15:00
Join Jon and the team to finalise work on our removable micro hydro generator in the stream behind our venue.
By the end of these sessions we hope to have the turbine which has been researched and tweaked over the last 18 months up and running.
There are lots of small and larger jobs to do to get this done and we’re keen for anyone with an interest to get involved. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and share knowledge as well as be creative. We will be doing some practical work, mostly outside, drilling, fixing, sawing, cabling, and some internet work.
Sessions will run fortnightly from Saturday 1st February until 15th March, 1-3pm.
If it’s your first session, please arrive from 12.45pm for a brew and a chat.
Taking place between Studio 1 and the stream. Meet in Studio 1.
Activities may include:

Fixing the cable conduit and running cables between the turbine and the annexe building.
Fixing and connecting 2 x CCTV cameras near the turbine. These are to monitor water levels, potential flooding, and for security.
Fitting the removable weir and feed pipe. This is to direct water into the turbine.
Reinforcing the stream bed near the weir to prevent damage during high rainfall. It’s been scoured quite a bit recently and needs some TLC and reinforcement.
Installing and testing the turbine generator version1.

Please note: this activity may include trip hazards, wet, muddy, rainy time spent outside so dress appropriately with sturdy and waterproof footwear etc.
Ages 12+. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
If you’d like more information beforehand or to be added to the WhatsApp group please email hello@the-vale.co.uk
PLEASE NOTE: These sessions are intended to go ahead but may be cancelled due to adverse weather or because of other events happening. Please contact Jon at jonmambo@globalgrooves.org or hello@the-vale.co.uk to confirm you plan to attend and for confirmation of the session.

Mossley Writers
2025-09-16 19:30 - 21:30
Mossley Writers at The Vale
Mossley Writers is a friendly, inclusive writing group that meets on the third Tuesday of every month, from 7.30pm to 9.30pm, at The Vale. Writers of all backgrounds and at every stage of their writing journey are warmly welcomed.
A typical session includes sharing and gently critiquing members’ work, writing together using fun and thought provoking exercises, and enjoying plenty of tea, biscuits and conversation in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere.
If you would like to find out more, join the mailing list, or receive writing to read and critique ahead of meetings, please email mossleywriters@gmail.com. There is a small monthly fee to cover the hire of the space at The Vale.
You may also be interested in The Tameside WordShop, a year long programme of free writing workshops for Tameside writers.
