Body of Light at The Atkinson
Creative Tourist
A seamless landscape of flowing image, where graphics bend effortlessly round the arcs of a live dancer. A very human journey into the world of technology.
Where to go near Body of Light at The Atkinson
Southport
Town Hall Gardens
The Town Hall Gardens is a perfect spot to recharge your batteries whilst out and about in Southport.
Southport
The Engine Room
The Engine Room is a creative community hub in Southport’s Wayfarers Arcade, offering co-working space, cultural events and collaborative opportunities for artists, freelancers and educators.
Southport
Southport Pier
Southport Pier opened in 1860, making it the oldest iron pier in Great Britain. It is also the second-longest in the country.
Southport
Southport Seafront
As well as being home to the Southport Air Show, there are many nostalgic seaside delights on Southport’s seafront, including the iconic pier.
Southport
Gallery Artist John Charles
Gallery Artist John Charles in Southport showcases the work of local painter John Charles and provides a space for workshops and events.
Southport
Victoria Park
In Southport’s town centre is Victoria Park, home to the famous Southport Flower Show, Southport Food and Drink Festival and the British Musical Fireworks Championship
Formby Beach
A beautiful National Trust beach which emerges from glorious coastal pinewoods. The ideal spot for walking the dog and spying red squirrels.
Blackpool
The Proms Arena
The picturesque location of Lytham Festival.
Ormskirk
The Arts Centre Edge Hill University
The Arts Centre at Edge Hill University hosts a diverse range of high quality professional productions.
Ring O’Bells
Popular country pub based in Ormskirk, serving classic British food and local ales.
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.
What's on: Childrens
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Outdoor Art Club at The Whitworth
Enjoy fun and creative activities designed to encourage your little ones to play in nature.
free entryCulture Guides
Food and Drink in the North
The sun is shining in the North, so use our guide to get out there and eat, drink and be merry in it.
Theatre in the North
Eclectic as ever. You'll find inventive reworkings, world-class contemporary dance and Greater Manchester's inaugural Improv Festival in our guide.
Family things to do in the North
With these lighter, brighter days and warmer temperatures, it's really starting to feel like summer here in the North West!
Exhibitions in the North
Willow weaving, textile collages, digital arts and ecology - all this and more in our exhibition top picks this month
Tours and Activities in the North
We've got many a good time in store this month as we round up the best walking tours, cultural classes and makers markets in the land.
Literature Events in the North
We've got laughs and we've got leftfield on the live literature radar this month. Something for everyone, from poets playing with form to short story writers looking long.
Music in the North
Open air clubs, new festivals and long-awaited gigs. The North West's live music scene is heating up this spring.
Classical Music in 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.