53two
Creative Tourist
Versatile, artist-led theatre and events venue which spans two of the tunnel spaces near Deansgate, Manchester.
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XS Malarkey
Providing award-winning Comedy since 1997, XS Malarkey is a not-for-profit comedy club, hosted every week by Toby Hadoke.
from £3What's on near 53two
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At Home with the Pankhurst Family at the Pankhurst Centre
The Pankhurst Centre’s new permanent exhibition offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of the people behind the iconic Pankhurst name.
free entry
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Old Dock Tours, Liverpool
The Old Dock tour is a treat for younger and older visitors alike, fans of Liverpool’s maritime past, and anybody curious about local history.
£8.50 with concessions
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Whitworth Art Gallery Tours
Take a closer look at the Whitworth Art Gallery’s collection and architecture with free gallery tours.
free entry
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Hybrid Futures at Salford Museum and Art Gallery
The ‘Hybrid Futures’ art project prioritises collective working and sustainability, entering its last phase at Salford Museum and Art Gallery.
free entry
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Unpicking Couture at Manchester Art Gallery
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
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Guide Over Sands Bay Walks at Morecambe Bay
Join a team of expert guides to walk across the iconic but often dangerous sand flats at Morecambe Bay.
from £10.00
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Killer Comedy Club
Killer Comedy Club showcases “the UK’s best upcoming and coming comedians” for a night of roof-raising laughs, with pop-up nights all across the North West.
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The Comedy Store at Escape to Freight Island
In an exciting new collaboration, nationally famous comedy platform The Comedy Store is currently running nights in food and drink hotspot Freight Island.
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Liverpool
The Thermae Spa
at The Municipal Hotel
at The Municipal Hotel
The Thermae Spa delivers an exceptional pampering experience at Liverpool’s luxurious Municipal Hotel.
City Centre
Seaforth Restaurant
at The Municipal Hotel
at The Municipal Hotel
High-end British dishes courtesy of head chef Andre Chef at this stunning Liverpool venue.
Leeds
Waterstones Leeds
Standing proudly on the busy shopping hub of Albion Street, Waterstones Leeds is a bookshop that also hosts a variety of events
Manchester
The Drop Chorlton
Popular Caribbean restaurant in the heart of Chorlton.
Manchester
Factory Square
Factory Square is a huge beer garden, on the banks of the River Irwell, with top-quality drinks and street food selections.
Manchester
Sampa
at Calcio
at Calcio
Welcoming Northern Quarter venue, currently home to wonderful Brazilian food concept, Sampa.
Manchester
Fenix
Modern Greek Mediterranean cuisine from the team behind Tattu.
Manchester
Caravan Restaurant & Roastery
New Zealand-inspired food and drinks, plus a dedicated coffee roastery at this high-profile new restaurant, opening in August.
Leeds
Flat Iron Leeds
Relaxed restaurant in Leeds serving impressively high-quality steaks at an affordable price point.
Stockport
Robinsons Brewery
Home to many award-winning British ales, made in the heart of Stockport.
Manchester
Mettricks Butchers Glossop
Award-winning artisan butchers in Glossop, serving up some of the regions best quality meat.
Leeds
The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery
The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery is an accredited art museum at the heart of the University of Leeds campus.
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