Following on from a successful run in London, the popular Fashion on the Ration: 1940s Street Style exhibition comes to IWM North.
From ‘onesies’ to wear in the air raid shelter to jewellery created from aeroplane parts, Fashion on the Ration looks at how fashion survived and even flourished under the strict rules of rationing in 1940s Britain, often in new and unexpected ways.
The Lowry Outlet Mall in The Quays district of Manchester sits opposite both The Lowry and MediaCityUK, Europe’s largest media hub and the home of BBC North.
The 33-mile trail, which follows the River Irwell from Salford Quays all the way to Bacup in Pennine Lancashire, has been around for over a decade, but it’s recently been restored and expanded.
Pier 8, The Lowry’s in-house fine dining restaurant, is all about fresh produce and bold British flavours
More than just a general store, the two-storey General Store MediaCityUK is a one-stop shop for retail and dining.
Unagi’s new venue in Salford Quays, serving superb quality sushi and Japanese cuisine.
The latest offering from the UK-conquering Alchemist has an energetic vibe similar to others in this highly-regarded chain of restaurants.
Jump into waters of dock 9 at Salford Quays with Uswim, they bring the benefits and freedom of open water swimming to the convenience of a central location.
Central Bay is a new waterfront dining and drinking destination at Quayside MediaCity, opening summer 2023.
Innovative eating-out experiences next to the river in Salford’s Mediacity.
Salford University’s cutting edge facility in Media City, the heart of the UK’s media and digital industries.
Embrace that most Christmassy of activities and get your skates on outside of the chaotic city centre this winter. The Ice Rink at Media City will be serving festive fun till January 5th.
Explore incredible objects from the world-renowned theoretical physicist’s office in this special display.
free entry
Whether you’re a high-fashion fanatic or just couture curious, Unpicking Couture gets up close and personal with pivotal moments in fashion history.
free entry
‘City of Rivers’ at Weston Park Museum celebrates Sheffield as a water city shaped by its rivers through the medium of art.
free entry
If you’re hunting for the perfect present – a Factory International Gift Membership could be just the ticket.
from £45.00
Get ready for the 2024 Whitworth exhibitions programme – from textiles and painting to video and Turner prize nominees.
free entry
Sylvia Snowden’s visceral paintings are best experienced at first hand so visit the Hepworth Wakefield to see this fascinating display.
from £0.00
Visit the retrospective of photographs by Franki Raffles, a feminist, activist photographer who recorded the lives of women around the world.
free entry
‘Bees: A Story of Survival’ seamlessly marries art and science to tell the fascinating story of bees and their essential role in nature.
from £0.00
Autumn's packed with arts and cultural fun for families. Read our latest picks, from theatrical classics to interactive activities.
From DIY gigs to blockbuster multi-media events, we’ve covered the lot in our latest round-up of unmissable live music.
Our reading matter lately has included lots of festival programmes, with Manchester Literature Festival already underway and Litfest in Lancaster due to start very soon.
Experimental performance, Halloween-themed cabaret and an eclectic selection of dance all take top spots in our new guide.
Autumn may just be the best season for new exhibitions - this month's guide has it all, from Turner Prize nominees to joyful ceramics.
A host of Halloween horrors, London Film Festival in Manchester, plus silent movie masterpieces are amongst our highlights this month.
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.
Seek out beauty in the mundane, or seek it out in the selections of the UK's best rising visual artists in this month's Tours and Activities guide.
