The East Lancashire Railway has six stops, all of which offer plenty of things to see and do. Whether it’s Heywood’s stunning Queen’s Park, Bury’s cultural and shopping quarter, Summerseat’s walking trails, Ramsbottom’s foodie scene, the pretty village of Irwell Vale, or historic Rawtenstall with its museums and the UK’s last remaining temperance bar.
Rooms to Live consists of two interrelated sculptural installations; Trout House Replica recreates the interior of the Los Angeles house where Captain Beefheart and The Magic Band wrote and rehearsed their seminal 1969 album Trout Mask Replica.
free entry
Head to Manchester Jewish Museum to see the multi-award winning documentary film tracing the extraordinary life of the pioneering street photographer.
from £11.00
An intimate series of evening events taking place in the atmospheric and beautiful surroundings of Manchester Jewish Museum. Step out and experience something new.
from £11.00
From The Office Christmas Specials, to Die Hard and a Norwegian zombie film, CULTPLEX have lined up an eclectic festive feast.
from £6.00
Ahead of the official launch next spring, Fairfield Social Club hosts a winter pop-up event, featuring top-notch street food, two bars, comedy events and more.
free entry
Action Points are a place to turn your reading into small acts of activism, self improvement or care within a supportive environment.
from £0.00
Get ready for a magical Christmas extravaganza with Buddy the Elf.
from £27.00
‘Jasper Howard and Isaac Jordan: Collaborative Prints’ explores the connections between music and visual art in Manchester’s Stoller Hall.
free entry
Bury Art Shop is a local gem filled with original artworks, crafts and homewares, championing the work of local artists and makers at the heart of Bury’s growing Culture Quarter.
Uncover the rich history of Bury through the Bury Art Museum and Sculpture Centre’s collections, as well as indulging in their regular events.
This beautiful building holds temporary exhibitions of acclaimed international art, contemporary and historical collections, handcrafted art in the Art Shop and Tina’s tea rooms. Alongside this runs a varied events, workshop and education programme.
Over the past thirty years, retail giants have developed in the vicinity, yet Bury Market remains the undisputed champion of the North, attracting thousands of visitors every week.
Bury arts venue in fine surroundings. The Met programmes Music, comedy and theatre.
Burrs Country Park lies on the River Irwell covering an area of 36 hectares of scenic countryside, one mile northwest of Bury town centre.
Performing arts theatre in Whitefield, presenting five plays to the public each year.
Listo Burrito on Manchester’s Oxford Street tempts busy diners with fresh ingredients and a modestly priced menu.
Heywood’s premier venue for entertainment, concerts, theatrical shows and business meetings.
Sports venue in Ramsbottom and home to the annual Ramsbottom Festival.
The Eagle and Child in Ramsbottom does what good pubs do best, and more.
Colleen’s is a casual dining neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of Ramsbottom serving seasonal dishes.
Keep warm with festive feasts, Hollywood stars and 90s nostalgia across the North's cinemas this December.
Provocative new writing, glitzy burlesque and big budget shows, our theatre guide spans the festive season and beyond.
It might be curl-up-with-a-book season, but there's lots to get out and about for and plenty of events where you can stock up on new reads.
Spotlighting global artists who all, in one way or another, break the mould, we preview the best gigs happening this side of Christmas and beyond.
Festive frolics, monstrous theatre and magical outdoor adventures all feature in our latest picks of things to do with the family.
While rainy late autumn may not be the most energising of seasons, there is plenty of new art to see and inspire this month!
We're unapologetically entering into the Christmas spirit here at Tours and Activities with some alternative festive fun.
The best food and drink options in Manchester and the North for the upcoming winter months.
