Join artist Natalie Bellingham in The Piece Hall courtyard to celebrate the venue’s fantastic new outdoor sculpture, David Murphy’s The Blanket, by contributing to a large wire sculpture which will be created throughout the day and making your own mini version to take away.
This engrossing Museum houses a four-floor collection of industrial machinery and artefacts, some of which are the only authentic models in the country.
With a mix of shows, family theatre, films, events and workshops, this arts centre is a vital part of Halifax’s new and thriving cultural quarter.
Bookshop that is located on the rustic level of The Piece Hall in the northwest corner.
As the UK’s only national children’s museum, Eureka! offers visitors more of an immersive and hands-on experience than a traditional museum.
Owned by the folks who run the award-winning Grayston Unity, the Meandering Bear is a great little independent bar and eatery in Halifax.
Trading for over 30 years, the iconic shop prides itself on stocking an eclectic selection of vinyl records – the latest new releases alongside second-hand vinyl.
This grand and historic market was opened by the Duke and Duchess of York in 1896 and has been at the heart of Halifax life ever since.
The White Swan Hotel offers an ideal location for those looking to explore West Yorkshire – its arts and culture, and its shopping.
Built in 1901 as a concert hall, the Victoria Theatre is steeped in history and still retains many of its original features.
The Victorian Craft Beer Cafe is a beautifully independent pub that stocks beer from some of the most progressive breweries in the UK.
A beautiful and varied collection of contemporary art from across the UK. Their regular exhibitions are both seasonal and thematic and always worth visiting…
The bar itself is small but you’ll find it a friendly place where you can get a lovely drink in a unique setting.
Get priority booking on the best seats, special discounts, invitations to exclusive events and much more. Are you in?
from £45.00
Whether you’ve half an hour or a full day, you’ll always find something new to discover at Manchester’s Science and Industry Museum.
Explore the People’s History Museum with your banner bingo card in hand as you navigate their galleries through the lens of craftivism.
free entry
A sense-sational exhibition returns to Manchester in 2025.
from £10.00
Calling all budding young writers in Greater Manchester: submit your work and see it performed in Lowry’s Quays Theatre.
free entry
Enjoy fun and creative activities designed to encourage your little ones to play in nature.
free entry
A magical adventure in a topsy-turvy wonderland awaits.
from £12.00
Vintage Alfred Hitchcock and a family friendly film festival are amongst our highlights this May.
Dynamic dance, party-performance, high-energy stand-up and a site-specific show set in a pub. All this and more in our newest theatre guide.
Crocodile-themed Easter egg hunts, sense-sational museum trips and more this Easter!
Spring is here and the North is buzzing with must-visit new restaurants and bars.
Open air clubs, new festivals and long-awaited gigs. The North West's live music scene is heating up this spring.
Willow weaving, textile collages, digital arts and ecology - all this and more in our exhibition top picks this month
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.
If it's inspiring, inclusive events and avant-garde, experimental afternoons you're after, look no further than live literature this spring – we've got you covered.
