Explore unusual things to do in Manchester: we reveal the secret places to visit, quirky sights to see, cool neighbourhoods to try, and guides to making the most of Manchester all year round. It’s your must-read guide to Manchester, for visitors and locals alike.
This autumn, from October 15 to 18, the Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair (GNCCF) makes its highly anticipated return to Manchester. The event brings together over 200 of the UK's premiere contempora...
The Night Market is returning to Manchester for its fourth consecutive winter and this year, the event has found a magnificent new home: the historic 19th-century Manchester Monastery. The stunning, fully...
Whether it’s cut-throat battles for survival, quiet moments of hypnotic beauty or tender tales of tragedy, the Blue Planet series has a magical way of connecting us to the underwater worlds that seem so o...
The time has come once again, when pumpkin lanterns start to appear in the trees, inflatable monsters take over the rooftops and you realise you haven't gotten a costume together in time. That's right, i...
Summer might not be over but Manchester's largest fully-covered and weatherproof outdoor ice rink already has winter on their minds. One of the city's main attractions during the festive period, Skate Man...
Struggling to plan a fun-filled weekend in Manchester? Come rain or shine (in this city's case, mainly rain), we've got you covered when it comes to what's on this weekend in Manchester. From brunches to...
Caves possess a mystical quality, feeling more like landscapes from Arthurian legend or Mordor than everyday life. Just on Manchester's doorstep, high above the floor of the Peak District’s Manifold Valle...
Manchester offers plenty of scenic spots for fresh air and beautiful countryside, but just an hour from the city lies Pendle—one of the most mysterious and historically rich areas in the UK. Home to 2% of...
Autumn may be creeping in, but Manchester isn't slowing down this October. Chilly weather aside, the city is buzzing with action—from spooky Halloween festivities to high-energy concerts. Here is your ul...
Many of us have fond memories of escaping damp and drizzly Manchester for the bright oasis of Ibiza. And the island’s energy starts to creep in long before you touch down, with the excitement already buil...