The Crown and Anchor
Creative Tourist
A Joseph Holt’s pub in Manchester’s Shambles Square.
What's on near The Crown and Anchor
Manchester Camerata: Storytime with Sir Michael Morpurgo and Josie D’Arby
Let your imagination run wild in a magical world of music and stories.
from £14.00
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Cocktail Tasting Masterclass at The Botanist
You can get the behind the bar and mix with the best of them in a cocktail making masterclass from The Botanist on Deansgate.
from £39.95
Kate Feld at House of Books & Friends
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.
from £0.00
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Comedy Balloon
Every Wednesday at Ape & Apple, Manchester’s official underground comedy club, Comedy Balloon’s friendly and warm comedy night takes place.
free entry
Tourist at New Century
London-based songwriter Tourist brings his yearning, bittersweet electronica to New Century in support of his new album, Memory Morning.
from £20.59
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The Comedy Vault
Every Monday night upstairs at Fierce Bar, The Comedy Vault hosts an outrageously funny open-mic night. Come and try your hand or just to watch and laugh.
free entry
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LGBTQIA+ guided tour at the People’s History Museum
Discover the threads of LGBTQIA+ history in the galleries of the People’s History Museum with guided tours.
from £0.00
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2024 Banner Exhibition guided tour
Let an expert guide you through the thoughtfully curated and beautifully presented Banner Exhibition at the People’s History Museum.
from £0.00Where to go near The Crown and Anchor
Cathedral Quarter
Proper Tea
Proper Tea sits opposite Manchester Cathedral, serving up artisanal teas (with instructions on how long to leave them brewing), sandwiches, soups and excellent cake.
City Centre
Harvey Nichols Manchester
Harvey Nichols department store showcases a range of designer brands; be guided to the perfect outfit (or wardrobe) by a style concierge. The second floor brasserie is rather good.
City Centre
Harvey Nichols’ Second Floor Brasserie
A high-end eatery and bar housed on the second floor of department store Harvey Nichols
City Centre
Alston Bar & Beef
Like steak? Like gin? This could be just the place for you.
Manchester
The Cosy Club
Elegant and welcoming restaurant and bar in the Corn Exchange, with an attractive domed ceiling and plenty of original features like the staircase and tiles.
Manchester
Greengate Square
Greengate Square is a public space in Salford, close to Manchester Cathedral.
Cathedral Quarter
Mowgli Street food Manchester
The Manchester branch of Mowgli, set up originally in Liverpool by celebrity YouTuber, cookbook writer and curry evangelist Nisha Katona. Mowgli brings authentic Indian street food to Manchester’s Corn Exchange.
Cathedral Quarter
Tampopo Cooking School
The Tampopo cooking school specialises in appealing East Asian cuisine for all.
Manchester
Pizzaluxe Manchester Arndale
Pizzaluxe serves up luxury artisan pizza served at Manchester Arndale’s stylish new food court, including some impressive vegan options.
Cathedral Quarter
Gino D’Acampo My Restaurant
Casual dining in the latest venture from the well-known Italian chef.
Manchester
The Real Greek Manchester
New to the Corn Exchange, The Real Greek is a restaurant that serves up high quality Greek cuisine, with an emphasis on authenticity.
Cathedral Quarter
Delhi House Cafe
Delhi House Cafe is a concept style cafe-meets-restaurant which aims to re-define Indian Cuisine in Manchester.
Manchester District Guides
Culture Guides
Music in Manchester and the North
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.
Classical Music in Manchester and 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.
Food and Drink in Manchester and the North
Take a look at our top recommendations for restaurants and bars to check out this spring.
Literature Events in Manchester and the North
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.
Family things to do in Manchester and the North
From creative adventures, museum experiences and spectacular theatre, check out what's on for the family in Manchester and the north.
Theatre 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.
Exhibitions in Manchester and the North
Traditional painting takes a step back this month to make way for some excellent photography, sculpture and multimedia exhibitions around the North.
Cinema in Manchester and the North
Ealing Studios and the best of Ryan Gosling are amongst our film highlights this month.
Tours and Activities in Manchester and the North
Try something new, explore somewhere different, learn a new skill with our tours and activities guide.