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Manchester’s Busiest Railway Station Is Set To Close For Nine Days To Carry Out ‘Once-In-A-Generation’ £7.9M Upgrade – Station Closure Dates, Train Routes Affected & Alternative Travel

Network Rail has announced that ‘once-in-a-generation’ track and signalling upgrades are set to take place at the busiest railway station…

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This Is What Makes Manchester’s Candlelight Concerts In 2025 The Most Enchanting Evenings Of The Year

Autumn in Manchester promises enchanting evenings filled with music and the warm flicker of countless candle flames, transforming iconic venues into magical spaces. Discover…
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7 Of The Best Places To Meet Father Christmas In And Around Manchester

The holidays are coming and what better way to get the family into the festive mood than with a visit to see Father Christmas? And you needn’t have to travel…
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The UK’s Most Magical Festive Lapland Experience That Sells Out In Less Than 3 Hours Has Opened Its First Northern Location – And It’s Just Over An Hour From Manchester

The UK’s much-loved, festive and immersive theatre experience, LaplandUK, has launched a second location in the UK just in time for…
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A Free Christmas Parade Is Returning To The Trafford Centre This Weekend – Featuring Bluey, Teletubbies, The Gruffalo & Paddington
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12 Wonderful Things To Do In Manchester This Weekend (November 14-16)

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The Moomins Are Bringing Scandinavian Charm To Manchester This Christmas With A Cosy Winter Collection – Featuring Hot Drinks, Boba Tea & Exclusive Merch

We love a cute moment in Manchester, whether it’s a Hello Kitty cafe, a peek at newborn animals at…
November 14, 2025

Full List Of UK High Street Closures Confirmed For 2025 – Sainsbury’s, M&S, Poundland, WH Smith And More Say Farewell

A wave of closures is sweeping across UK high streets in 2025, with household names and beloved local haunts shutting up shop at an alarming rate. The closures listed are…
November 14, 2025

This Spectacular 1.5km Light Trail Is Set To Showcase Unique Art In Salford For Free This Festive Season – With A Makers Market & Plenty Of Interactive Installations

This time of year, Christmas light trails start to make their striking comeback, and although they tend to be lovely…
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British Airways Has Announced A ‘Game-Changing’ In-Flight Upgrade For 2026 – And It’ll Be Completely Free For All Passengers
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Greater Manchester Is Set To See Snow Next Week, As Cold Snap Is On Its Way – Here’s When Snow Could Hit The Region & How To Get Around

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The Official Manchester Betrayal List: 4 Things Guaranteed To Annoy Any True Mancunian – From Piccadilly Gardens To Calling Town ‘The City Centre’

There’s nothing a Mancunian loves more than Manchester. Except, possibly, having a proper good moan about Manchester. It’s pretty much our love language, am I right? Whether it’s the…
9 Of The Most Gorgeous Gluten-Free Bakeries And Dessert Shops In And Around Manchester

No one truly understands the pain of having an intolerance until they’ve had one themselves. Choosing between missing out on all the good stuff or putting yourself through digestive hell…
This Repurposed Stockport Mill Is Home To The Largest Vintage Shopping Emporium In The North West

We’re pretty much overrun with old mills and factories in Greater Manchester, having been a hub for the cotton and textile industry during the…
The Haunting Yet Beautiful Site Of England’s Infamous Witch Trials Is Just An Hour From Manchester – And It Makes A Unique Family Day Out

You’ll never be short of a wonderful place to walk, breathe in the fresh air and take in the gorgeous…

Manchester’s Busiest Railway Station Is Set To Close For Nine Days To Carry Out ‘Once-In-A-Generation’ £7.9M Upgrade – Station Closure Dates, Train Routes Affected & Alternative Travel

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Everything You Need To Know About Manchester Christmas Markets 2025 – Dates, Times, Traders, Market Locations & Map

Manchester City Stadium Is Set To Host Five Matches For UEFA EURO 2028 Including The First England Game – Here’s What We Know About The Tournament So Far

The UK’s Biggest Celebration Of Japanese Culture Has Arrived In Manchester For The Very First Time, And Under 10s Go Free – With Ramen, Anime Stars & A Sake Experience

“This Is Our Pièce De Résistance”: Update On Manchester’s Tallest Skyscraper Featuring Robert De Niro’s Nobu Restaurant, Hotel & First UK Residences Revealed – Here’s When It’s Set To Open

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This Is What Makes Manchester’s Candlelight Concerts In 2025 The Most Enchanting Evenings Of The Year

7 Of The Best Places To Meet Father Christmas In And Around Manchester

The UK’s Most Magical Festive Lapland Experience That Sells Out In Less Than 3 Hours Has Opened Its First Northern Location – And It’s Just Over An Hour From Manchester

A Free Christmas Parade Is Returning To The Trafford Centre This Weekend – Featuring Bluey, Teletubbies, The Gruffalo & Paddington

12 Wonderful Things To Do In Manchester This Weekend (November 14-16)

Top News

The Moomins Are Bringing Scandinavian Charm To Manchester This Christmas With A Cosy Winter Collection – Featuring Hot Drinks, Boba Tea & Exclusive Merch

Full List Of UK High Street Closures Confirmed For 2025 – Sainsbury’s, M&S, Poundland, WH Smith And More Say Farewell

This Spectacular 1.5km Light Trail Is Set To Showcase Unique Art In Salford For Free This Festive Season – With A Makers Market & Plenty Of Interactive Installations

British Airways Has Announced A ‘Game-Changing’ In-Flight Upgrade For 2026 – And It’ll Be Completely Free For All Passengers

Greater Manchester Is Set To See Snow Next Week, As Cold Snap Is On Its Way – Here’s When Snow Could Hit The Region & How To Get Around

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The Official Manchester Betrayal List: 4 Things Guaranteed To Annoy Any True Mancunian – From Piccadilly Gardens To Calling Town ‘The City Centre’

9 Of The Most Gorgeous Gluten-Free Bakeries And Dessert Shops In And Around Manchester

This Repurposed Stockport Mill Is Home To The Largest Vintage Shopping Emporium In The North West

The Haunting Yet Beautiful Site Of England’s Infamous Witch Trials Is Just An Hour From Manchester – And It Makes A Unique Family Day Out