The home of Stitched Up, a small cooperative of sewing enthusiasts who have a passion for sustainability as well as empowering and teaching others to make and mend. You can find them in Stretford Mall, opposite Boots.
They stock a range of fabrics, remnants and scrap material as well as yarn and haberdashery items. All their stock has been diverted from landfill to find a new home with other passionate sewers.
Following sold-out shows in 2019 and 2021, LIVEwire is back at The Edge this March, and again in June, with an electric line-up.
from £13.00
Discover what life’s really all about in this stunning production for families.
from £7.50
A remarkable true-story with a toe-tapping ’80s soundtrack, be lifted to new heights with this eagerly anticipated world premiere.
from £29.50
Discover a magical world books and stories in this spectacular live show.
from £19.00
Enjoy dazzling puppetry in this spectacular show for the whole family.
from £21.50
Enjoy a fun-filled family adventure with Bluey, Bingo, Dad and pals!
from £18.50
Eloina Haines’ one-woman show is a contemporary and deeply affecting performance about labia-shaming and cosmetic surgery.
0.00 -Pay-What-You-Decide
The Lowry presents ‘Memory Stone’, the first institutional solo exhibition by Nikta Mohammadi, focusing on the rural landscape of the North.
free entry
Modern all-day dining space in Stretford, with a well-stocked bar.
Longford Park in Stretford was created in the grounds of Longford Hall, the grand entrance steps of which remain.
Longford Park is home to an 18 hole disc golf course, the perfect outdoor activity for this time of year when the weather’s a bit cooler.
The Dressing Room Cafe is an award-winning cafe bar and arts space based at The Edge Theatre in Chorlton.
This cornerstone of Chorlton life is a Carnegie library, listed building and the second busiest library in the city.
Based in a former Red Cross Hospital in Chorlton. South Manchester, The Edge is a little theatre with big aspirations.
A volunteer-run cafe with all profits going to causes to dedicated to world peace.
A one-stop-shop, Stretford Foodhall is a place for those who like to eat, drink and shop with a guilt-free conscience. Whether you fancy visiting to sample some delicious street food or to top up your refillable containers, Stretford Foodhall is well worth a visit.
Delightful cafe, bar and restaurant in the heart of Chorlton. Wonderfully welcoming with a great range of food and drinks for all ages.
Pub on the corner of Chorlton’s Beech Road with a good selection of ales and an excellent beer garden.
A family-run bookshop in Manchester’s bohemian suburb, Chorlton Bookshop is a haven of great titles and unknown gems.
Take a look at our top recommendations for restaurants and bars to check out this spring.
From spotlights on indie presses to big hitters brought to you by the bookshops, festivals and libraries, you'll find plenty to whet your wordy whistle this month.
From creative adventures, museum experiences and spectacular theatre, check out what's on for the family in Manchester and the north.
Eclectic as ever. You'll find Bollywood musicals, scratch nights and anarchic Shakespeare in our pick of the performative crop.
Traditional painting takes a step back this month to make way for some excellent photography, sculpture and multimedia exhibitions around the North.
Read our latest highlights from the live classical music offer in Manchester and the North, taking in a number of the region's most cherished orchestral forces and venues.
Ealing Studios and the best of Ryan Gosling are amongst our film highlights this month.
Gazing longingly towards the good times that will accompany the surely imminent sun, we take a look at the best music festivals coming up in Manchester and Salford.
Try something new, explore somewhere different, learn a new skill with our tours and activities guide.
