Where to go

Castlefield
Restaurant
The Loft Manchester

Smart event space in the building previously occupied by Walkabout, and now host to all manner of exciting one-off happenings

Leeds
Bar or Pub
Blind Tyger

Blind Tyger is a snug gem of a cocktail den tucked into Cross Belgrave street and perfect for a quiet but sophisticated drink.

The Domino Leeds
Leeds
Music venue
The Domino Leeds

Live music isn’t the only attraction at The Domino. It also serves a range of inventive cocktails which are perfect to sip whilst watching the acts.

Manchester
Bar or Pub
The Hillary Step

A great little pub which is also a microbrewery. Much loved by locals, it has a great selection of beer and plays great music, with live jazz at the weekends.

Chinatown
Restaurant
Manchester Art Gallery Cafe

Summery bakes, seasonal salads and fresh light meals at Manchester Art Gallery’s in-house café, courtesy of highly-regarded Head Chef Matthew Taylor.

Leeds
Bar or Pub
The Grove Inn Pub Leeds

When looking for some of the best folk music to be found in the north and a hearty local pint, the Grove Inn is the perfect pub.

Deansgate
Restaurant
Platzki

Polish restaurant Platzki is one of Manchester’s most inspiring dining destinations, dancing between fine dining and home-cooking.

Manchester
Music venue
Joshua Brooks

Long-established Manchester bar and nightclub, Joshua Brooks is just off student hotspot Oxford Road. Open until 4am on the weekends with regular DJ-led club nights.