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MAJOR TRANSFORMATION: Wigan’s historic mill set for revamp as gaming and street food hub

MAJOR TRANSFORMATION: Wigan’s historic mill set for revamp as gaming and street food hub

The Heaton Group has revealed plans to launch Factory Floor this spring, a brand-new competitive socialising and late-night venue set inside the historic Eckersley Mill at Cotton Works in Wigan.Backed by a £3 million investment, ...

15 February 2026 by Rhiannon Ingle

SAVE THE DATE: Salford City Council and From The Other announce new Eccles festival

SAVE THE DATE: Salford City Council and From The Other announce new Eccles festival

Salford City Council and From The Other announce Get In! To Eccles, a brand-new festival landing in the town centre on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 March 2026. For one weekend, streets and venues across ...

13 February 2026 by Rhiannon Ingle

THE LATEST: Manchester’s Michelin Guide Restaurants 2026

THE LATEST: Manchester’s Michelin Guide Restaurants 2026

It's clear that Manchester’s food scene is making some major moves right now. The Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland has just this week unveiled its new stars for 2026. A total of 22 Michelin ...

10 February 2026 by Rhiannon Ingle

SLICE, SLICE BABY: Rudy announces brand-new specials for National Pizza Day

SLICE, SLICE BABY: Rudy announces brand-new specials for National Pizza Day

National Pizza Day falls on Monday, 9th February this year and Rudy's Pizza Napoletana is serving up a cracking new range of pizza specials.The Ancozzese features fior di latte + Campania smoked provola base, topped ...

8 February 2026 by Rhiannon Ingle

VALENTINE'S DAY: Franco Manca and MOTH cocktails team up for spicy collab

VALENTINE'S DAY: Franco Manca and MOTH cocktails team up for spicy collab

If you're looking for a cheap and cheerful way to celebrate Valentine's Day this year, whether that's with your partner, your mates or just someone you love, then be sure to keep Franco Manca on ...

8 February 2026 by Rhiannon Ingle

GREEN ISLAND: Festival taking place at Hulme Community Garden Centre announces first wave

GREEN ISLAND: Festival taking place at Hulme Community Garden Centre announces first wave

Green Island Festival is back and bigger than ever, providing Manchester with three events taking place under one leafy pocket of Hulme.The Manchester favourite will be returning to Hulme Community Garden Centre and NIAMOS on ...

8 February 2026 by Rhiannon Ingle

THIS MONTH: New monthly farmer's market returns at Track Brewing Co

THIS MONTH: New monthly farmer's market returns at Track Brewing Co

If you're after something a little more wholesome in the city, then YAN TAN TETHERA - Manchester's newest farmers’ market - is sure to make you smile.Manchester Farmers Market, a new non-profit initiative, is proud ...

7 February 2026 by Rhiannon Ingle

TOP 10: The best places to book for Valentine's Day in Manchester

TOP 10: The best places to book for Valentine's Day in Manchester

Paris, Rome and now Manchester, our city of love. It’s that time of year once again, Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re with dates or mates, it’s time to celebrate love. A lot is going on in ...

5 February 2026 by Grace Elvin

THIS SUMMER: New Thai-Chinese restaurant to open in Manchester’s Square Gardens

THIS SUMMER: New Thai-Chinese restaurant to open in Manchester’s Square Gardens

Manchester’s Square Gardens is set to welcome Yaowarat, a new all-day dining concept celebrating the buzzing street food culture of Bangkok's famous Chinatown.Opening in Unit 1 at the First Street-based co-living development, Yaowarat will offer ...

30 January 2026 by Rhiannon Ingle

BUTTER BIRD: New neighbourhood rotisserie opens in Ancoats

BUTTER BIRD: New neighbourhood rotisserie opens in Ancoats

Butter Bird has now opened its doors on Blossom Street in Ancoats as a modern 'NeighBIRDhood' rotisserie focused on one thing done proper. Rotisserie chicken cooked over flame sits at the heart of the experience, ...

28 January 2026 by Rhiannon Ingle

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