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.
December is most definitely the time to be thinking about getting your in, and whether you opt for fake or real, everyone loves two things: supporting local and the smell of fresh pine. One spot that's perfect for thos...
We embrace sports both new and traditional here in Manchester, what with the deluge of , spots for a bit of , and of course, being mad. Now, a sport we usually only see at the Winter Olympics has graced our city, as Th...
This time of year, we're particularly giddy about finding cosy spots for a , festivities and all. One such spot near Manchester is Castleton in the , dwarfed by the beautiful and wrapped in the scenic Hope Valley. C...
A flock of Shaun the Sheep sculptures have popped up in Manchester for winter to celebrate the European premiere of at Aviva Studios. Part of Wild in Art and Aardman's collaborative art trail, Find the Flock, locals an...
'Tis the season for , but it doesn't have to be hectic when getting your gifts this year. If you'd rather leisurely peruse stalls brimming with unique gifts all under one magnificent roof than sprint in and out of shops...
Grab your skates, Mancs, you've pulled! (A date with the ice rink, that is). Popping up all over the city for the festive season, guests can glide their way towards December 25th to the tune of Wizzard's I Wish It Could...
Manchester in December carries its own hush. Metrolink bells ping at St Peter’s Square, breath fogs in the air, and the markets around St Ann’s Square and Cathedral Gardens glow like embers. On cold evenings, you warm y...
It might not be winter yet, but it's always good to be organised ahead of the Christmas party season before things get hectic, and if you're looking to plan something to celebrate the festive season with your workmates,...
Tap into your inner Sherlock, call on your accountant friend and brush up on your general Manchester knowledge. This Race Across The World Experience will turn the labyrinthine streets into your very own g...
Mark your calendars, Manchester, because Ella Eyre is bringing her fabulous vocals to Hallé St Peter’s on 4 December for a in the city. The chart-topping star behind “Just Got Paid”, “Answerphone” and “Deep Down” is ba...