The Stock Exchange Hotel takes over a renovated Edwardian building on Norfolk Street later this year. It’s a brand new luxury hotel courtesy of Manchester United footballers Ryan Giggs and Gary Neville’s GG Hospitality firm with accompanying restaurant.
Kate Feld has a book out and we couldn’t be happier – Deeryard is a new pamphlet of prose poetry and photographs, published by Manchester independent press Death of Workers Whilst Building Skyscrapers.
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You can get the behind the bar and mix with the best of them in a cocktail making masterclass from The Botanist on Deansgate.
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Every Wednesday at Ape & Apple, Manchester’s official underground comedy club, Comedy Balloon’s friendly and warm comedy night takes place.
free entry
Take a deeper look into Manchester Art Gallery’s collection with their regular, informative and fascinating gallery tours.
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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
The fourth Festival Of Libraries is a five-day multi-venue celebration of Greater Manchester’s libraries happening 13 to 16 June.
free entry
Join readers and writers alike at this free event celebrating independent publishing. Peruse books from 16 publishers across genres including literary fiction, genre fiction, middle-grade and children’s, poetry and memoir.
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Previously commissioned by MLF as writer-in-residence at the Midland Hotel, Olivia Laing returns to Manchester to talk about her latest book, The Garden Against Time.
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Headed up by Tom Kerridge, The Bull & Bear Manchester is the in-house restaurant at The Stock Exchange, the stunning hotel owned by Gary Neville and other famous faces.
Chaophraya is an upmarket but relaxed Thai restaurant based on Chapel Walks. It has won numerous awards, including Manchester’s best restaurant.
Exotic dishes meet British classics at this magnificent venue.
Habas is a modern Middle Eastern-influenced restaurant in the very centre of Manchester and the latest venture from El Gato Negro’s Simon Shaw.
With 240 shops under one roof, the Arndale is one of the UK’s biggest shopping centres.
Playing a powerful role in the community, this venue functions as a bookshop, café and place to meet and chat with likeminded individuals.
Kala is the latest restaurant from acclaimed chef-restaurateur Gary Usher, who also owns Sticky Walnut and Hispi. It’s a welcome addition to the ever-growing and improving King Street food scene.
Mash Tun is a craft beer and live music venue at the former Grafene site on Manchester’s King Street.
Hotel Motel One Manchester-Royal Exchange is an affordable hotel in Manchester’s city centre, perfect for a business or family stay in the city.
A busy pedestrianised street in Manchester city centre. Lined with well known shops and home to the Manchester Arndale.
The Remedy Kitchen is a Manchester restaurant dedicated to healthy eating, with the goal to detox the body and mind.
Located in the midst of Deansgate, this community chapel regularly hosts cultural events, socials and activities. Check out their website for info and upcoming performances.
From creative adventures, museum experiences and spectacular theatre, check out what's on for the family in Manchester and the north.
Take a look at our top recommendations for restaurants and bars to check out this spring.
Eclectic as ever. You'll find Bollywood musicals, scratch nights and anarchic Shakespeare in our pick of the performative crop.
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.
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.
