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.
Stone Roses frontman Ian Brown said it himself; Manchester has everything except a beach. Well no more! On The Beach’s Great Northern Summer, a full season of family-friendly activities in Great Northern Square - inclu...
"He is the heart of Manchester." Piccadilly Rats frontman Ray Boddington has died in hospital aged 77, bandmate Gaz Stanley has confirmed in a Tweet. Gaz, who co-founded the group with Ray, said: "RIP my best mat...
So, you’ve found yourself in Manchester for a couple of days! …and clearly you’re looking for things to do, or you wouldn’t be here, would you? Well, we’ve used the inside knowledge of the Secret Manchester team combin...
Whether you’re a proud owner or just an admirer, all dachshund lovers will be welcome at the pop-up cafe. It’s the news the North West has been waiting for; the dachshund Cafe is coming back to Manchester. Following th...
The iconic Afflecks Palace is launching an alternative Easter Bunny Trail this April. The emporium of eclecticism, based in Manchester's Northern Quarter, will launch an Easter trail this week featuring hand-painted bu...
A Mancunian Artist has created an art piece celebrating the city's iconic venues. Forever Manchester Ambassador Alison Bell, a Manchester-based artist who create Name-Chains designs, has created a piece for the chari...
The countdown has begun for Manchester Day, the city’s big free family day out. The event will return for its tenth year on June 23 and organisers are promising an exuberant celebration of a proud city, for its people,...
Whether you're after an adrenaline rush, fancy trying something new or just want to give your mum something to worry about, this is the activity to for you. Those in need of a thrill will be able to take their adrenali...
The city is one of eight locations shortlisted to host the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts wand tour. Nine giant Harry Potter wands will tour the UK and Ireland this year - and Manchester could be among the locations...
Celebrate together this Mother's Day with a family afternoon tea buffet. The Lowry Hotel in Salford is offering a unique experience for families this Mother’s Day with a new ‘all-you-can-eat’ afternoon tea. Th...
