The world-famous Crucible offers a huge variety of home-grown and touring productions, as well as a thriving programme of participatory events and activities.

Essentially three bars under one roof, Cane & Grain encompasses a rib joint and tap room, hidden speakeasy, and Tiki-themed Liar’s Lounge.

A dream for crate-diggers with an eclectic taste, Vinyl Resting Place can be found on the 3rd floor of Afflecks.

Chorlton’s Kingbee Records has been a firm fixture on the maps of Mancunian record collectors since 1987.

Enjoy a gourmet lunch for whatever price you feel and help fight food waste. Real Junk Food Project Manchester has final found a permanent home, ideally located along Oxford Road, and business is booming.

Eighth Day is a co-operative shop that sells ethically-sourced food, wine and cosmetics. There’s also café that serves hearty, healthy meals in the basement.

Factory International at Aviva Studios is a world-class cultural space in the heart of Manchester, building on the success of MIF.

MediaCityUK sits on the site of the redeveloped Manchester Docks though for the most part it’s in Salford. It’s well worth a look if you’re on a visit to  the…

From the team behind the Kazimier, the Invisible Wind Factory is Liverpool’s most eclectic live music venue and nightclub.

Serving nearly 30 million passengers a year, Leeds station is the third busiest British railway station outside of London.

Award-winning coffee producers nestled in the most beautiful part of West Yorkshire. Keep an eye on the site for any special events.

Exotic dishes meet British classics at this magnificent venue.