Staircase House
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Staircase House
Historic house in Stockport with original Jacobean staircase now open as a museum.
What's on near Staircase House
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Sacred Harp Singing in Whitworth Gallery
Join Manchester Sacred Harp for an afternoon of uplifting four-part harmony social singing at Whitworth Art Gallery.
Free entry
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MIF25: Santiago Yahuarcani – The Beginning of Knowledge at the Whitworth
Santiago Yahuarcani’s otherworldly visions come to the Whitworth, in the artist’s first international solo show as part of MIF25.
Free entry
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
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Inspirational Artists at RNCM
The RNCM launches its second Inspirational Artists series, spotlighting a huge range of touring musicians and ensembles, each bringing something unique to the stage.
From £12.50
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Prokofiev: L’Amour des Trois Oranges at RNCM
RNCM Opera performs Prokofiev’s L’Amour des Trois Oranges – a zesty, irreverent antidote to operatic solemnity.
From £15.00
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RNCM Autumn Season
The RNCM unleashes a season of daring stories, fearless players and performances ranging from jazz and opera to film scores and full-blown orchestral spectacle.
From £8
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Dandy: NEW QUEERS EVE at The Deaf Institute
New Queers Eve takes over all three floors of The Deaf Institute, turning the building into Dandy’s end-of-year playground.
From £5.00
Raver Tots New Year’s Eve Party at Freight Island
For families who refuse to settle for beige buffets and early bedtimes, Raver Tots brings proper club energy to Freight Island this New Year’s Eve.
From £15Where to go near Staircase House
Manchester
Vintage Village in Stockport
Find quality authentic vintage clothing and accessories for men and women, vintage jewellery, homewares, decorative items, textiles, luggage, furniture, curios and collectables, and unexpected delights you never knew you wanted, all at this pop-up village in Stockport every month.
Manchester
Stockport Covered Market Hall
A historic covered market that also hosts excellent monthly vintage fairs.
Stockport
20th Century Stores in Stockport
20th Century Stores is a vintage shop in Stockport featuring a collection of specialist independent vintage traders.
Stockport
The Produce Hall
This Stockport-based modern food hall has a beer-focused bar and plenty of food stalls to satisfy all tastes.
Stockport
Where The Light Gets In
Where The Light Gets In one of the North’s most singular restaurants. Upscale dining unlike anywhere else.
Manchester
Underbank
Underbank is a new multi-storey bar, venue and kitchen for Stockport.
Stockport
Bohemian Arts Club
Bohemian Arts Club is a chic and intimate cocktail bar in Stockport owned by Blossoms singer Tom and Katie Ogden.
Manchester
Serenity Booksellers (Romiley)
Family owned independent bookshop with branches in Romiley (Greater Manchester) and Stockport
Stockport
Serenity Booksellers (Stockport)
Family owned independent bookshop with branches in Romiley (Greater Manchester) and Stockport
Manchester
Stockport Air Raid Shelters
A mile long historical landmark based underneath the city of Stockport which was first built in World War II to protect the residents.
Manchester District Guides
Culture Guides
Theatre in the North
Winter brings a huge haul of seasonal shows, as well as productions that resolutely veer away from the fairy lights.
Music in the North
Manchester’s closing out the year – and looking to the new one – with a run of gigs from some of the country’s best underground exports.
Cinema in the North
There's no shortage of great films out at the moment, whether you're looking for the latest blockbuster, that hot arthouse flick fresh from Cannes or a cosy classic.
Family things to do in the North
Manchester’s family‑friendly scene is buzzing this season with storytelling, theatre, and hands‑on fun for all ages.
Exhibitions in the North
In galleries around the North this autumn, you'll find tactile sculptures, Treasures with a capital 'T' and plant magic.
Food and Drink in the North
Hear ye, hear ye. Take some eating-out tips from our wintertime guide to food and drink in Manchester and the North.
Tours and Activities in the North
Step away from the usual. Tours and activities that spark curiosity, inspire creativity and offer something refreshingly different.