Ice Shack
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Ice Shack
The first all-vegan desserts parlour in the North, also sold at high-profile venues such as the Deaf Institute, Greens, Croma and more.
What's on near Ice Shack
Alexandra Park and Whalley Range Tour
Take a walking tour of both Alexandra Park and wider Whalley Range, uncovering the tales that lie within its mighty buildings, its churches and its people.
From £20.00
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Delaine Le Bas: Un-Fair-Ground at The Whitworth
The Whitworth showcases one of contemporary art’s most unruly imaginations as 2024 Turner Prize nominee Delaine Le Bas arrives with a major solo exhibition.
Free entry
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Yuki Kihara: Darwin in Paradise Camp at The Whitworth
Yuki Kihara reframes Pacific imagery through Fa’afafine voices, creating lush, critical artworks that unsettle long-standing colonial assumptions.
Free entry
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Southern Cemetery Tour
Within Chorlton’s Southern Cemetery lie fascinating stories, beautiful architectural details, and the inspiration behind one of The Smith’s best songs.
From £20.00
Bar Italia at Manchester Academy 2
One of London’s most hyped bands of the last few years, Bar Italia are playing Band on the Wall in support of their latest album, Some Like It Hot.
From £19.45
Thundercat at Aviva Studios
From cult hero to global collaborator, Thundercat is back with his first album in six years, and a headline show at Aviva Studios.
From £37.50
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Secrets of The University of Manchester with Interior Visits
Epic architecture, hidden green spaces and ideas that changed the world. Explore the rich history of achievement at The University of Manchester.
From £20.00
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The Secrets of Chorlton
From a hamlet on a road to nowhere to one of Manchester’s most desirable suburbs. What’s the story behind Chorlton-cum-Hardy?
From £20.00Where to go near Ice Shack
City Centre
Monkey Trio
Manchester’s first ever Japanese sake bar, Monkey Trio, is unique in the city. Visit for an evening of quiet luxury.
Manchester
Fuel Cafe
Withington is home to Fuel Cafe, who serve only vegetarian and vegan food, as well as hosting quiz nights and lively open mics. They are well known for their hangover busting, meat free, full breakfast menu, and the decor is pleasantly found-object-eclectic.
Manchester
Cafe Blah
Cafe, bar, gallery and venue in Withington
Manchester
Wilderness Records: shop and cafe
Wilderness Records has equal amounts of comfort and thrills, with their extensive genre spanning vinyl collection that sits along side a great place to grab a cosy coffee.
Manchester
Withington Public Hall Institute
A social enterprise cum neighbourhood venue in the heart of Withington. Expect anything from pop up food events, to vintage markets, to film screenings and art sessions.
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Lotus Vegetarian Kitchen
Lotus Vegetarian Kitchen is a meat-free Chinese restaurant in Manchester’s Withington.
Burton Road, West Didsbury
Lentils and Lather
Withington’s Lentils and Lather is a top destination for a wide range of sustainable, plastic-free and zero waste products.
Manchester
Fallow Cafe
Cafe, bar, and live music venue in Fallowfield. Also hosts regular film nights and literature events.
Manchester
Platt Fields Market Garden
Platt Fields Market Garden is an excellent spot for both eating and buying fresh local produce to take home.
Manchester
A Taste of Honey
A Taste Of Honey is a charming deli (and CBD store) based in West Didsbury on the popular Burton Road.
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Chancellors Hotel
Chancellors Hotel is a Grade II listed Victorian mansion located in South Manchester surrounded by five acres of beautiful landscaped gardens, in a relaxed, scenic and picturesque setting.
Burton Road, West Didsbury
Namaste Nepal
Freshly-made, delicious Nepalese and Indian food at this long-standing Didsbury restaurant.
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