Withington Public Hall Institute
Tom Grieve, Cinema Editor
A social enterprise cum neighbourhood venue in the heart of Withington. Expect anything from pop up food events, to vintage markets, to film screenings and art sessions.
What's on near Withington Public Hall Institute
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Southern Cemetery Tour
Within Chorlton’s Southern Cemetery lie fascinating stories, beautiful architectural details, and the inspiration behind one of The Smith’s best songs.
from £20.00
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Outdoor Art Club at The Whitworth
Enjoy fun and creative activities designed to encourage your little ones to play in nature.
free entry
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JMW Turner: In Light and Shade at the Whitworth
The Whitworth celebrates the 250th anniversary of Turner’s birth with ‘JMW Turner: In Light and Shade’, showcasing his works on paper.
free entry
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Women in Revolt! Art and Activism in the UK 1970-1990
The Whitworth presents ‘Women in Revolt! Art and Activism in the UK 1970-1990’, a landmark show about women’s rebellion and creativity.
free entry
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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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Małgorzata Mirga-Tas at the Whitworth
The Whitworth presents the vibrant textile works of Małgorzata Mirga-Tas, which capture the history and daily lives of Roma communities.
free entry
Peter Barlow’s Cigarette at Dulcimer & the Carlton Club
Peter Barlow’s Cigarette has a treat this spring as the team has organised an open mic in April and invited along guest readers in May.
free entry
The Secrets of Chorlton
From a hamlet on a road to nowhere to one of Manchester’s most desirable suburbs. What’s the story behind Chorlton-cum-Hardy?
from £20.00Where to go near Withington Public Hall Institute
Manchester
Fuel Cafe
Withington is home to Fuel Cafe, who serve only vegetarian and vegan food, as well as hosting quiz nights and lively open mics. They are well known for their hangover busting, meat free, full breakfast menu, and the decor is pleasantly found-object-eclectic.
Manchester
Wilderness Records: shop and cafe
Wilderness Records has equal amounts of comfort and thrills, with their extensive genre spanning vinyl collection that sits along side a great place to grab a cosy coffee.
Manchester
Herbivorous Withington
Herbivorous is an independent vegan restaurant, with this new permanent venue now open in Withington.
Manchester
Ice Shack
The first all-vegan desserts parlour in the North, also sold at high-profile venues such as the Deaf Institute, Greens, Croma and more.
City Centre
Monkey Trio
Manchester’s first ever Japanese sake bar, Monkey Trio, is unique in the city. Visit for an evening of quiet luxury.
Manchester
Lotus Vegetarian Kitchen
Lotus Vegetarian Kitchen is a meat-free Chinese restaurant in Manchester’s Withington.
Burton Road, West Didsbury
Lentils and Lather
Withington’s Lentils and Lather is a top destination for a wide range of sustainable, plastic-free and zero waste products.
Manchester
A Taste of Honey
A Taste Of Honey is a charming deli (and CBD store) based in West Didsbury on the popular Burton Road.
Burton Road, West Didsbury
Moth, Didsbury
A shrine to all that is understated and beautiful, Moth is a small independent shop in Didsbury that is well worth a visit.
Burton Road, West Didsbury
Namaste Nepal
Freshly-made, delicious Nepalese and Indian food at this long-standing Didsbury restaurant.
Burton Road, West Didsbury
Reserve Wines Didsbury
Reserve Wines is an award-winning independent wine merchant with six sites across Manchester and the Northwest, including three wine bars and an online shop.
Manchester
Sett
Sett is an art café in West Didsbury, one of the areas many thriving independent businesses.
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Willow weaving, textile collages, digital arts and ecology - all this and more in our exhibition top picks this month
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