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.
Manchester is a vibrant city that offers a wealth of immersive experiences for locals and visitors alike. Whether you’re a cheese lover, a fan of art exhibitions or simply looking for something out of the ordinary, Manc...
Missing Richard Hammond’s Saturday night favourite Total Wipeout? Well, you can now try it for yourself, but much closer to home. Delamere Forest is well-known for its beautiful walks and hefty dose of nature, not...
We love top-notch cocktails and extravagant pop-ups as much as the next person, but if your bank account is feeling the pinch, Secret Manchester is here to lend a hand. We’ve put together an all-singing, all-dancing rou...
Tarot readings don’t have to be bleak and spooky. Although it’s a centuries-old craft with a hint of mysticism, they can also be relaxing experiences, where you can enjoy a refreshing drink while a professio...
With summer well on its way, many will be looking for ways to cool down in the blazing heat (hopefully), and planning activities for the kids. It’s often said that the one thing Manchester doesn’t have is a&...
Blackpool. The Tower, the illuminations, the arcades, the seafront, fish and chips, ice cream and… waterslides? Sandcastle Waterpark is the UK’s largest indoor water park with more than…...
Levenshulme, known as an up-and-coming area of Manchester, just a short journey on the train from Piccadilly, is set to welcome back a market offering, just two years after the beloved…...
Family venture Open Air Bounce is the huge inflatable park in Over Hulton, Bolton, perfect for keeping the kids entertained during their free time – perfect for the Easter holidays. Packed full of bouncy castles,...
The UK’s coolest vintage event, The Classic Car Boot Sale, has announced its return to the north for a second year at MediaCity, Salford this summer, assembling the finest sustainable fashion, accessories and home...
If you still believe in fairies and flight, “Ballet of Lights” in Manchester is recreating the classic story of the boy who wouldn’t grow up. Featuring a group of ballet dancers in glow-in-the-dark cos...