Al Madina
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Al Madina

One of the most highly-rated places to eat on Curry Mile, this modest takeaway has fans all over the UK thanks to its exceptional food.
One of the most highly-rated places to eat on Curry Mile, this modest takeaway has fans all over the UK thanks to its exceptional food.
The Whitworth celebrates the 250th anniversary of Turner’s birth with ‘JMW Turner: In Light and Shade’, showcasing his works on paper.
Free entrySantiago Yahuarcani’s otherworldly visions come to the Whitworth, in the artist’s first international solo show as part of MIF25.
Free entryJoin Manchester Sacred Harp for an afternoon of uplifting four-part harmony social singing at Whitworth Art Gallery.
Free entryThe Whitworth presents the vibrant textile works of Małgorzata Mirga-Tas, which capture the history and daily lives of Roma communities.
Free entryEnjoy fun and creative activities designed to encourage your little ones to play in nature.
Free entryThroughout 2025, Elizabeth Gaskell’s House is celebrating its tenth anniversary, having first opened to the public a decade ago.
From £0.00I’ve Never Read Elizabeth Gaskell is an immersive exhibition taking over the Grade II*-listed Elizabeth Gaskell’s House all summer and into autumn as part of the ten-year celebrations.
From £8.50Epic architecture, hidden green spaces and ideas that changed the world. Explore the rich history of achievement at The University of Manchester.
From £20.00Re-opened in 2010 after a £1.3m renovation, the Gallery of Costume in Manchester’s Rusholme houses one of the most important costume collections in Britain
Humble restaurant on Curry Mile that serves superb quality food.
Platt Fields Park in Fallowfield is steeped in history, the land having been acquired by the Platt family in 1225.
With a year-round programme spanning yoga to experimental performance, Birch is where community spirit meets creative flair.
Lebanese bakery serving the best cakes and confectionary on Curry Mile.
Mughli, the best Rusholme Indian restaurant by a Curry Mile
Modern cafe and restaurant on Manchester’s Curry Mile. encouraging
Platt Fields Market Garden is an excellent spot for both eating and buying fresh local produce to take home.
The Giving Tree is a cafe and community hub based in Rusholme, a short walk from the city centre.
The iconic MMU Hollings Campus, or the Toast Rack as it is more affectionately known. Nikolaus Pevsner described it as “a perfect piece of pop architecture” when it opened as a Domestic and Trades College in 1960.
Cafe, bar, and live music venue in Fallowfield. Also hosts regular film nights and literature events.
Korean home cooking on Manchester’s Upper Brook Street.
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