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Ben Nuttall in a smart black suit and tie, looking up and balancing a football on his head
Cover of 'Footy Factory' by Ben Nuttall. Ben looking happy and surprised, on his side with a big cartoon football balancing on his head

Ben Nuttall's Footy Factory

Stockroom

11:00 AM

Families
Culture

Tickets

£5

Book

0161 876 2015

This event is now on sale to MLF Get Closer Members. Tickets go on general sale 10am Thursday 13 August. Memberships start at £25 per year - for full details click HERE.

The undisputed World Number One football freestyler (he even performs for Manchester United) and social media superstar brings us his book, Ben Nuttall’s Footy Factory! But will Ben Nuttall just be talking about his tricks? Oh no, he’ll be showing you step-by-step how to do them – and you’ll also hear the incredible stories of the famous players who performed them for real on matchday! Your mind will be BLOWN.

Suitable for ages 7+.

Wheelchair Users and those with other access needs requiring a free Essential Carer ticket should contact the Quaytickets Box Office on 0161 876 2015 to purchase tickets.

Venue Info

Stockroom
Merseyway Shopping Centre
Stockport
SK1 1PR
Front entrance of the Stockroom venue in Stockport, with people walking past on the pavement in front of the door

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