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Factory International’s Weekend of Film and Music
Factory International’s Weekend of Film and Music pairs Cillian Murphy in All of This Unreal Time with a live reimagining of Derek Jarman’s final film.
from £10.00
What not to miss
RNCM ArkEnsemble with Company Chameleon at RNCM
ArkEnsemble and dancers from Company Chameleon unite to produce an immersive experience that transcends the ordinary.
from £12.00
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The Hepworth Wakefield Festive Market
Start the winter season with The Hepworth Wakefield Festive Market, featuring over 80 independent makers, tasty food, live music and family fun
from £2.00
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Flavours of Manchester – A Taste of Two Cities
Munch your way through two cities for the price of one with the Taste of Two Cities tour from Flavours of Manchester.
from £49.00
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Factory International Membership
Get priority booking on the best seats, special discounts, invitations to exclusive events and much more. Are you in?
from £45.00
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Stephen Hawking at Work at the Science and Industry Museum
Explore incredible objects from the world-renowned theoretical physicist’s office in this special display.
free entry
Die Hard at Stockport Plaza
An early Christmas treat at Stockport Plaza as John McClane comes to town.
from £10.45
Spotlight on
Light Festivals in the North
From enchanting lantern parades to epic LED installations, light festivals are a brilliant way celebrate the magic of the winter months.
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Seasonal Guides
Where to go
Blackpool
Aunty Social
Championing art, craft classes and local independent makers, Aunty Social showcases the very best of Blackpool’s creative community.
Manchester
MAYA Manchester Restaurant
MAYA is a high-end new restaurant on the corner of Canal Street and Chorlton Street in central Manchester.
King Street
Gail’s Bakery King Street
Popular craft bakery, selling freshly baked goods on Manchester’s King Street.
Blackpool
Harrowside Fish & Chips
Winner of the Good Food Award’s coveted Chippy of the Year award on multiple occasions, Harrowside is a great choice for fish and chips in Blackpool.
Blackpool
Papa’s Fish & Chips
Not many chippies have a blue plaque outside, but not many chippies are as noteworthy as Papa’s in Blackpool.
Blackpool
Bentley’s Fish and Chip Shop
Several time winners of the coveted Chippy of the Year award, Bentley’s serves up some of the finest fish and chips in Blackpool.
Blackpool
Lily’s Traditional Fish And Chips
Consistently ranked among the top chippies in Blackpool, Lily’s Fish and Chips is a traditional spot that’s tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the prom.
Culture Guides
Theatre in Manchester and the North
Alongside experimental performance, new writing and free arts festivals, we take a look at some of the Christmas shows happening in the North.
Cinema in Manchester and the North
Film festivals, animation and the art of action are amongst our highlights of a busy month at the cinema.
Theatre in Manchester and the North
Alongside experimental performance, new writing and free arts festivals, we take a look at some of the Christmas shows happening in the North.
Exhibitions in Manchester and the North
Before the festive season completely takes over, we've rounded up some of the best exhibitions to see right now.
Tours and Activities in Manchester and the North
Munch away the Autumnal blues with this foodie orientated guide of Tours and Activities in Manchester and the North.
Music in Manchester and the North
Spanning leftfield pop, forward-thinking classical and heady electronica, check out our latest music picks for autumn.
Food and Drink in Manchester and the North
Take some autumnal eating-out tips from this month's guide to food and drink in Manchester and the North.
Classical Music in Manchester and the North
Read our latest highlights from the live classical music offer in Manchester and the North, taking in a number of the region's most cherished orchestral forces and venues.
Family things to do in Manchester and the North
As we move into festive season, Manchester and the North is packed with fun events and activities for families, both indoors and outdoors.