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In 1908, Sheffield’s Victoria Hall opened its doors, designed by Manchester architects; 116 years later, the Grade II listed marvel has an intimate, stripped-back Disney candlelight concert
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In 1906, Manchester’s Stock Exchange opened on Norfolk Street to trade shares; 120 years later, it’s hosting a black-tie charity gala beneath its grand restored trading floor dome
In 1905, Beatrix Potter bought a 34-acre Lake District farm with Peter Rabbit royalties; her 4,000-acre preserved estate now transforms into a storybook Christmas tale under 2 hours from Manchester
In 1779, this Yorkshire town 45 minutes from Manchester built a colossal 315-room stone cloth hall; the Georgian landmark is the last of its kind in the world, now turning its 66,000 sq ft courtyard into a massive, free Christmas village
Ryanair has confirmed a change to luggage rules for all UK passengers starting today
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Just 18 minutes by train from Manchester, this market town is kicking off Christmas with an artisan street market, fairground rides, and an illuminated light trail
In 1905, Beatrix Potter bought a 34-acre Lake District farm with Peter Rabbit royalties; her 4,000-acre preserved estate now transforms into a storybook Christmas tale under 2 hours from Manchester
In 1906, Manchester’s Stock Exchange opened on Norfolk Street to trade shares; 120 years later, it’s hosting a black-tie charity gala beneath its grand restored trading floor dome
From Manchester Cocktail Festival to a free, festive parade in Stockport: 21 unmissable events taking place in Greater Manchester this weekend
Greater Manchester’s free winter light festival returns this November with a 6-metre glowing sun, giant roaming puppets and four nights of illuminated art
From a micro-nightclub to a giant Snow Lion: Stockport’s free Spectacular Sunday festival packs 50 shows across town ahead of a 100-drummer lights switch-on
From 360° David Bowie projections at Aviva Studios to a 1.2-mile Disney light trail: 17 dazzling things to do in Manchester this December
Manchester’s magnificent 19th-century Grade II* listed monastery is hosting a massive winter night market with over 100 independent stalls, street food and live music
Here are the most spectacular firework displays to see in Greater Manchester this Bonfire Night – including the return of Manchester City Council’s massive free fireworks after a five-year hiatus
After drawing over 10,000 people last year, this spectacular free fire festival returns near Manchester with a brand-new immersive light trail
Step into the story of The Polar Express at this magical Christmas experience coming to Manchester, with singing, dancing, hot chocolate, and the opportunity to meet Santa and write him a letter
Cast a patronus and sip butterbeer at a Harry Potter-inspired light trail that will open near Manchester for a limited time only
Just 18 minutes by train from Manchester, this market town is kicking off Christmas with an artisan street market, fairground rides, and an illuminated light trail
In 1905, Beatrix Potter bought a 34-acre Lake District farm with Peter Rabbit royalties; her 4,000-acre preserved estate now transforms into a storybook Christmas tale under 2 hours from Manchester
In 1906, Manchester’s Stock Exchange opened on Norfolk Street to trade shares; 120 years later, it’s hosting a black-tie charity gala beneath its grand restored trading floor dome
From Manchester Cocktail Festival to a free, festive parade in Stockport: 21 unmissable events taking place in Greater Manchester this weekend
Greater Manchester’s free winter light festival returns this November with a 6-metre glowing sun, giant roaming puppets and four nights of illuminated art
From a micro-nightclub to a giant Snow Lion: Stockport’s free Spectacular Sunday festival packs 50 shows across town ahead of a 100-drummer lights switch-on
From 360° David Bowie projections at Aviva Studios to a 1.2-mile Disney light trail: 17 dazzling things to do in Manchester this December
Manchester’s magnificent 19th-century Grade II* listed monastery is hosting a massive winter night market with over 100 independent stalls, street food and live music
Here are the most spectacular firework displays to see in Greater Manchester this Bonfire Night – including the return of Manchester City Council’s massive free fireworks after a five-year hiatus
After drawing over 10,000 people last year, this spectacular free fire festival returns near Manchester with a brand-new immersive light trail
Step into the story of The Polar Express at this magical Christmas experience coming to Manchester, with singing, dancing, hot chocolate, and the opportunity to meet Santa and write him a letter
Cast a patronus and sip butterbeer at a Harry Potter-inspired light trail that will open near Manchester for a limited time only
Just 18 minutes by train from Manchester, this market town is kicking off Christmas with an artisan street market, fairground rides, and an illuminated light trail
In 1905, Beatrix Potter bought a 34-acre Lake District farm with Peter Rabbit royalties; her 4,000-acre preserved estate now transforms into a storybook Christmas tale under 2 hours from Manchester
In 1906, Manchester’s Stock Exchange opened on Norfolk Street to trade shares; 120 years later, it’s hosting a black-tie charity gala beneath its grand restored trading floor dome
From Manchester Cocktail Festival to a free, festive parade in Stockport: 21 unmissable events taking place in Greater Manchester this weekend
Greater Manchester’s free winter light festival returns this November with a 6-metre glowing sun, giant roaming puppets and four nights of illuminated art
From a micro-nightclub to a giant Snow Lion: Stockport’s free Spectacular Sunday festival packs 50 shows across town ahead of a 100-drummer lights switch-on
From 360° David Bowie projections at Aviva Studios to a 1.2-mile Disney light trail: 17 dazzling things to do in Manchester this December
Manchester’s magnificent 19th-century Grade II* listed monastery is hosting a massive winter night market with over 100 independent stalls, street food and live music
Here are the most spectacular firework displays to see in Greater Manchester this Bonfire Night – including the return of Manchester City Council’s massive free fireworks after a five-year hiatus
After drawing over 10,000 people last year, this spectacular free fire festival returns near Manchester with a brand-new immersive light trail
Step into the story of The Polar Express at this magical Christmas experience coming to Manchester, with singing, dancing, hot chocolate, and the opportunity to meet Santa and write him a letter
Cast a patronus and sip butterbeer at a Harry Potter-inspired light trail that will open near Manchester for a limited time only
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Rock and Goal Manchester Walking Tour
Get ready to hit the streets for a top-rated walking adventure through Manchester. You'll dive into the city's best-kept secrets, taking in everything from hidden gems to the iconic street…See details
£26.25The Jury Experience: The Killer AI
Step into an interactive courtroom drama where the verdict is entirely in your hands. In this 60-minute immersive trial, a driverless car has caused a fatal accident, and you are…See details
The Jazz Room: Marvin Gaye in a Night of Soul
A live band and vocalists take over Band on the Wall for a dedicated, hour-long tribute to Marvin Gaye. The Northern Quarter venue turns down the lights for a setlist…See details
Candlelight: Christmas Classics
Thousands of candles will light up the Grade II-listed Hallé St Peter's for a dedicated festive run. The String Infusion Quartet takes over the former church's Gothic Revival interior for…See details
Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail
Step into Halloween Town as you explore a moonlit trail of dazzling lights and iconic characters. Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail will soon transform Arley Hall…See details
Gary Neville’s Relentless Developments unveils plans to transform an “unloved and forgotten” Manchester site featuring a hotel, offices, and apartments
B&M announces a massive 14,000sqft store opening in Manchester this November, with a brand-new frozen food range, a live DJ, and £10 gift card prizes
In 1779, this Yorkshire town 45 minutes from Manchester built a colossal 315-room stone cloth hall; the Georgian landmark is the last of its kind in the world, now turning its 66,000 sq ft courtyard into a massive, free Christmas village
Overtaking Stockport and Altrincham, this historic market town near Greater Manchester has officially been crowned the region’s happiest place to live
“Affordable commuter town” no more: Stockport named the UK’s fastest-rising rental hotspot as a 10.4% jump pushes room costs to £717, officially overtaking Manchester’s £685 average
The full F1® 2027 calendar is officially out: the FORMULA 1 TAG HEUER BRITISH GRAND PRIX 2027 at Silverstone has confirmed dates for next year, and you can already join the waitlist for tickets
UKHSA issues first yellow cold-health alert of the winter for Greater Manchester with -2°C freeze; warning in place from 9am Thursday to midday Saturday
Forty years after Sir Alex Ferguson took charge of Manchester United, the footballing icon is reuniting on stage with Éric Cantona for a historic, one-night-only event
Tim Burgess to bring Merch Market popular with Jarvis Cocker & New Order to Manchester, featuring rock icons selling rare band gear with completely free entry & 100% of profits going to the musicians
Ryanair has confirmed a change to luggage rules for all UK passengers starting today
Founded in Bristol in 2018, chef Sam Elliott’s live-fire group Pasture heads to Manchester to open four venues inside Gary Neville’s £400m St Michael’s tower
Phones to be banned from pupils’ bags or pockets under stricter rules for schools in England
Gary Neville’s Relentless Developments unveils plans to transform an “unloved and forgotten” Manchester site featuring a hotel, offices, and apartments
B&M announces a massive 14,000sqft store opening in Manchester this November, with a brand-new frozen food range, a live DJ, and £10 gift card prizes
In 1779, this Yorkshire town 45 minutes from Manchester built a colossal 315-room stone cloth hall; the Georgian landmark is the last of its kind in the world, now turning its 66,000 sq ft courtyard into a massive, free Christmas village
Overtaking Stockport and Altrincham, this historic market town near Greater Manchester has officially been crowned the region’s happiest place to live
“Affordable commuter town” no more: Stockport named the UK’s fastest-rising rental hotspot as a 10.4% jump pushes room costs to £717, officially overtaking Manchester’s £685 average
The full F1® 2027 calendar is officially out: the FORMULA 1 TAG HEUER BRITISH GRAND PRIX 2027 at Silverstone has confirmed dates for next year, and you can already join the waitlist for tickets
UKHSA issues first yellow cold-health alert of the winter for Greater Manchester with -2°C freeze; warning in place from 9am Thursday to midday Saturday
Forty years after Sir Alex Ferguson took charge of Manchester United, the footballing icon is reuniting on stage with Éric Cantona for a historic, one-night-only event
Tim Burgess to bring Merch Market popular with Jarvis Cocker & New Order to Manchester, featuring rock icons selling rare band gear with completely free entry & 100% of profits going to the musicians
Ryanair has confirmed a change to luggage rules for all UK passengers starting today
Founded in Bristol in 2018, chef Sam Elliott’s live-fire group Pasture heads to Manchester to open four venues inside Gary Neville’s £400m St Michael’s tower
Phones to be banned from pupils’ bags or pockets under stricter rules for schools in England
Gary Neville’s Relentless Developments unveils plans to transform an “unloved and forgotten” Manchester site featuring a hotel, offices, and apartments
B&M announces a massive 14,000sqft store opening in Manchester this November, with a brand-new frozen food range, a live DJ, and £10 gift card prizes
In 1779, this Yorkshire town 45 minutes from Manchester built a colossal 315-room stone cloth hall; the Georgian landmark is the last of its kind in the world, now turning its 66,000 sq ft courtyard into a massive, free Christmas village
Overtaking Stockport and Altrincham, this historic market town near Greater Manchester has officially been crowned the region’s happiest place to live
“Affordable commuter town” no more: Stockport named the UK’s fastest-rising rental hotspot as a 10.4% jump pushes room costs to £717, officially overtaking Manchester’s £685 average
The full F1® 2027 calendar is officially out: the FORMULA 1 TAG HEUER BRITISH GRAND PRIX 2027 at Silverstone has confirmed dates for next year, and you can already join the waitlist for tickets
UKHSA issues first yellow cold-health alert of the winter for Greater Manchester with -2°C freeze; warning in place from 9am Thursday to midday Saturday
Forty years after Sir Alex Ferguson took charge of Manchester United, the footballing icon is reuniting on stage with Éric Cantona for a historic, one-night-only event
Tim Burgess to bring Merch Market popular with Jarvis Cocker & New Order to Manchester, featuring rock icons selling rare band gear with completely free entry & 100% of profits going to the musicians
Ryanair has confirmed a change to luggage rules for all UK passengers starting today
Founded in Bristol in 2018, chef Sam Elliott’s live-fire group Pasture heads to Manchester to open four venues inside Gary Neville’s £400m St Michael’s tower
Phones to be banned from pupils’ bags or pockets under stricter rules for schools in England
From a 1,700-light ‘Tim Burton’s Nightmare Before Christmas’ light trail to Chester Zoo’s mirrored disco tunnel, here are the most enchanting Christmas light trails & displays to explore in and around Greater Manchester
The ultimate guide to the biggest live gigs happening in Manchester this November – including Stevie Wonder, Nia Archives & a relatively-unknown Gallagher
Everything you need to know about Manchester Christmas Markets 2026: full list of locations, dates, map, and opening times
Full Manchester Christmas Markets trader list featuring 210 stalls – including giant Yorkshire pudding wraps, crumble pots & 10 locations
Giant rooftop monsters, ghost trains & extreme scare zones: Every spooky experience, light trail and Halloween event coming to Greater Manchester this autumn
Embracing Danish ‘hygge’ in the UK’s rainiest city with spectacular fireworks, the moon up close & a huge Disney light trail: 9 massive spectacles transforming Manchester this autumn
5 fantastic fancy dress shops in and around Manchester perfect for Halloween costumes
From Castlefield’s viaducts to Stockport Plaza: How Greater Manchester’s iconic streets became the gritty underbelly of Gotham for DC’s newly-released Clayface
From Tim Burton’s spooky light trail to the ‘National Frightball Museum’, 17 things to do with kids in and around Manchester this October half term
Everything you need to know about The Warehouse Project 2026 season – here’s the full line-up, key transport tips, and strict entry rules
Over 32,000 runners are set to hit the Manchester Half 2026 this Sunday: Full route, major road closures, start times, and best tram stops explained
Inside the Greater Manchester filming locations for ‘The Split Up’: How Leigh Town Hall and iconic Gay Village spots transformed for the star-studded BBC drama