Calling local poets, storytellers, spoken word artists and singer/songwriters for an informal evening of open mic and featured artists. Sign-up sheet closes at 7.45 on the night, or sign up in advance on our website: http://www.ampmcr.com/contact
Don’t miss this chance to connect with local talent, and keep an eye out for announcements on our amazing featured artists!
Herbivorous is an independent vegan restaurant, with this new permanent venue now open in Withington.
Wilderness Records has equal amounts of comfort and thrills, with their extensive genre spanning vinyl collection that sits along side a great place to grab a cosy coffee.
The first all-vegan desserts parlour in the North, also sold at high-profile venues such as the Deaf Institute, Greens, Croma and more.
Manchester’s first ever Japanese sake bar, Monkey Trio, is unique in the city. Visit for an evening of quiet luxury.
A social enterprise cum neighbourhood venue in the heart of Withington. Expect anything from pop up food events, to vintage markets, to film screenings and art sessions.
Lotus Vegetarian Kitchen is a meat-free Chinese restaurant in Manchester’s Withington.
Withington’s Lentils and Lather is a top destination for a wide range of sustainable, plastic-free and zero waste products.
A Taste Of Honey is a charming deli (and CBD store) based in West Didsbury on the popular Burton Road.
Cafe, bar, and live music venue in Fallowfield. Also hosts regular film nights and literature events.
A shrine to all that is understated and beautiful, Moth is a small independent shop in Didsbury that is well worth a visit.
Freshly-made, delicious Nepalese and Indian food at this long-standing Didsbury restaurant.
Reserve Wines is an award-winning independent wine merchant with six sites across Manchester and the Northwest, including three wine bars and an online shop.
Throughout 2025, Elizabeth Gaskell’s House is celebrating its tenth anniversary, having first opened to the public a decade ago.
from £0.00
Throughout 2025, the team at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House is taking a deep dive into Ruth, one of the famous 19th-century author’s most shocking texts.
from £6.00
Lancaster Literature Festival, or Litfest to its friends, is rolling out its 46th programme, having created a variety of events for its audiences since 1978.
from £3.00
The Portico Library holds a treasure trove of first editions by some of the most celebrated female writers of the nineteenth century, including Elizabeth Gaskell and George Eliot.
from £6.00
Coffee and Poems club is a nomadic happening open to all who have the curiosity to explore poetry with no previous experience required.
from £8.00
Poets & Players is a must-go for lovers of words and music, presenting poets established and emerging, with the latest readers Imtiaz Dharker, Ella Frears and Martin Zarrop.
free entry
To celebrate this year’s Record Store Day, ten writers have teamed up with musicians for Sleeve Notes, a unique collaborative performance response creating new writing and music.
from £5.00
Interrogate the role of Men in a Man’s World from the writings of Elizabeth Gaskell and her contemporaries with Dr Sherry Ashworth.
from £13.00
Cinematic sets, 90s nightclub photography and even new gallery - we have a great mix of exhibitions for you this month.
DaDaFest’s 40th anniversary line-up, contemporary reimaginings and outlandish fringe, check out our top theatre picks for spring onwards.
David Lynch, International Women's Day and Manchester Film Festival are amongst our cinematic highlights this March.
Some of our favourite leftfield live literature regulars are back with their first events of the year – we’ve picked a weird and wonderful heap we think you’ll love.
We’re championing all things underground this month, with a selection of gigs and festivals that embrace the strange.
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.
Not long now, spring is on its way but wave goodbye to winter with some of the North's best food and drink.
As we edge towards spring we take a look at the best events and activities for families, from theatre to festivals, dinosaur adventures to family raves.