Tours and Activities in Manchester and the North

The Runaway Brewery - Tour & Tasting, 1 December 2018–3 July 2019, from £12 - Book now

Get to grips with the brewing process at Runaway Brewery, and enjoy sampling the end result with one of the Brewers themselves.

The Whiskey Jar Intimate Tastings: An Evening With Woodford Reserve at The Whiskey Jar, Manchester, 29 May 2019, from £18 - Book now

Refine your palate with The Whiskey Jar as they host Woodford Reserve for an evening of private tastings.

Drink & Pour! Alternative Paint Workshop at Cass Art Manchester, Manchester, 22 May 2019, from £25 - Book now

Try paint pouring with ArtMCR in their BYOB workshop. You’ll create three pieces in a relaxed and friendly environment, be prepared for it to get a bit messy.

Introduction to Ensemble Playing: Jazz Beginners at Z-arts, Manchester, 16 May 2019, from £106.13 - Book now

Try improvising in a group for the first time or shake off the dust from the instrument you out down years ago with this relaxed beginners Jazz wrokshop at Z-arts.

Om Yoga Show Manchester at EventCity, 11–12 May 2019, from £6 - Book now

Join Om Yoga Show for two days of workshops, talks, classes and stalls, with everything from beginners introductions to weird and wonderful yoga practises.

DISCOVER VICTORIA BATHS - Wednesday Guided Tour at Victoria Baths, Manchester, 3 April–30 October 2019, from £6 - Book now

The stunning Victoria Baths open again this April. Discover their charm for yourself with a midweek guided tour.

Guided Tours at Ordsall Hall at Ordsall Hall, Manchester, 31 March–28 July 2019, from £3.50 - Visit now

Salford’s oldest building is filled with the stories of those who’ve previously called it home as well as historical architectural gems.

The Scarborough Flyer at Victoria Station, 7 June 2019, from £109 - Book now

Glide through the Yorkshire countryside aboard the Scarborough Flyer, a dual engine steam train bound for the historic city of York and the much loved nostalgic seaside resort of Scarborough.

Taste of The Monastery at The Monastery, Gorton, Manchester, 26 March–23 July 2019, from £9.50 - Book now

Discover this Neo-Gothic Victorian treasure in the middle of Gorton with a guided tour followed by lunch in Friary.

Joint Tours of Elizabeth Gaskell's House and The Pankhurst Centre at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House, Manchester, 26 March–26 November 2019, from £17 - Book now

Discover the stories of two highly influential Mancunian women in a joint tour taking you through both of their homes.

Both Sides Now with Gwenno, 4 May 2019, from £60.5 - Book now

Part of Brighter Sounds Both Sides Now initiative, acclaimed songwriter and vocalist Gwenno will be hosting their latest residency.

Bee Creative Life Drawing, 25 March–10 June 2019, from £10 - Book now

Whether you have never put pencil to paper or have been honing your artistic skills for years, Bee Creative studio runs life drawing sessions for everyone.

Breakout Manchester, 36 High Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M4 1QB - Visit now

Get trapped in one of Breakout Manchester’s high concept escape rooms with a mixture of locks and cryptic puzzles standing between you and the exit.

Manchester Jewish Museum - Daily Tours at Manchester Jewish Museum, Cheetham Hill, 21 February–31 May 2019, free entry - Visit now

Explore the museum’s collection through the eyes of real people, hearing stories from Manchester’s Jewish community as you explore the building.

The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience Manchester, Crystal Maze Live Experience Manchester, Lower Byrom Street, Manchester, M3 4AP - Visit now

Take on the challenges from the 90’s TV show for yourself in this immersive game (featuring vintage bomber jackets).

Lucardo Escape Rooms, Virginia House, 5 - 7 Great Ancoats Street, Manchester, M4 5AD - Visit now

Test your lock picking abilities with Lucardo’s imaginatively themed rooms and multiple locks.

Clay Studio Manchester, 61 Old Birley Street, Manchester, M15 5RF - Visit now

Visit Clay studio in Hulme to discover the hive of ceramicists and hobbyists creating in the space. Try their workshops or visit their exhibitions, both are well worth it.

Introduction to Gel Plate Printing with Natural Form / Half Day Workshop at Salford Makers, Chapel Street, 27 April 2019, from £40 - Book now

Have a go at this delicate printing technique in an upcoming workshop at Salford Makers. You’ll create designs  using natural materials and textures, then print to produce stunning results.

Royal Exchange Backstage Tour at Royal Exchange Theatre, City Centre, 17 January–18 July 2019, from £5 - Book now

Discover a world of escapism behind the Royal Exchange’s stage door as well as learning about the history of this architecturally fascinating theatre.