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Sarah-Clare Conlon, Literature EditorMaria Ferguson is an award-winning writer and performer from Essex, whose debut poetry collection Alright, Girl? was published by Burning Eye Books in March
Maria Ferguson is an award-winning writer and performer from Essex, whose debut poetry collection Alright, Girl? was published by Burning Eye Books in March
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.
Not many chippies have a blue plaque outside, but not many chippies are as noteworthy as Papa’s in Blackpool.
Several time winners of the coveted Chippy of the Year award, Bentley’s serves up some of the finest fish and chips in Blackpool.
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.
Blackpool’s number one Indian restaurant, Twisted Indian Street Food packs a flavour punch and isn’t afraid to mix the traditional with the modern.
Housing six independent food traders, two bars and a coffee shop, Abington Street Market Food Hall is a great choice for… choice!
Blackpool’s Rhythm and Brew is a traditional pub for lovers of modern craft beer and alternative live music.
Looking for craft beer and real ale in Blackpool? Cask and Tap won’t disappoint, pouring from six taps and eight casks, forever in rotation.
La Fontana, Blackpool can be relied upon to deliver all the date night classics: killer wines, flickering candlelight, and lovingly-prepared, flavourful plates.
Take your pick from The Little Library’s carefully curated collection of classics and new releases, adding a recently read book of your own as a replacement.
free entryElizabeth Gaskell’s House and award-winning garden is a must-see for literature lovers, with a book sale on the second Sunday of the month.
from £6The team at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House continues its deep dive into one of the famous 19th-century author’s texts: Wives and Daughters.
from £5.00Browse a varied and well curated selection of second-hand books at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House in Manchester’s best second-hand book sale.
from £0.00Young persons writing and performing workshops based at HOME in the heart of Manchester.
free entryAs part of the 2024 Farsley Literature Festival, join us in the shop as cosy crime writer Jonathan Hall chairs an evening of discussion with Tom Hindle and Rachel North. The panel will explore the lure of a glamorous location for thriller writers.
from £8.00Award-winning Verbose is one of Manchester’s longest-running monthly spoken word and live literature events, featuring an open mic plus two guest performers – this month Helen Ivory and Martin Figura.
free entryJust last year Mimi Khalvati received the King’s Gold Medal for Poetry, awarded for excellence in poetry, so it seems perfect timing that Manchester’s Carcanet Press launches her Collected Poems.
from £2.00Alongside experimental performance, new writing and free arts festivals, we take a look at some of the Christmas shows happening in the North.
Munch away the Autumnal blues with this foodie orientated guide of Tours and Activities 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.
Spanning leftfield pop, forward-thinking classical and heady electronica, check out our latest music picks for autumn.
Bookish goings-on are perfect for picking up presents for others and treats to get yourself through the cold, dark days ahead.
Film festivals, animation and the art of action are amongst our highlights of a busy month at the cinema.
We travel all around the North in this month’s top picks to bring you mood-boosting colour, a gallery playground and the experiences of artist mothers.
Take some autumnal eating-out tips from this month's guide to food and drink in Manchester and the North.