Looking for the finest luxury multi-course restaurants in Manchester? Look no further. We've picked out the very best tasting menus in the city - just make sure you have deep pockets.

The North of England is blessed with countless stunning stately homes, many dating back decades and even centuries. Here are some of the very best.

It was good enough for Wordsworth and Wainwright... From Kendal in the south to Carlisle in the north, we sniff out the best bookish shenanigans in Cumbria.

A selection of some of most rewarding and beautiful walks in Penrith, full of chances to catch open air and natural attraction.

A round-up of the best walks in Kendal, including the town centre, official tours and the surrounding area by Creative Tourist.

Cumbria is studded with fantastic museums - read our picks of the best here.

Ranging from impressive, nationally-significant collections in Grade listed buildings, to historic houses that now have a particular focus on local, contemporary artists, here's our guide to Cumbria's collection of art galleries.

Cumbria is far from short of good places to eat – here’s our guide to restaurants to put on your map of the area.

When the sun goes down and you've had your fair share of Cumbria's great outdoors, head to the area's music venues to catch folk and jazz sessions, as well as regular performances by touring musicians.

Warm, intimate storytelling is the thread connecting our new picks, which include a number of brilliant folk artists.

From genre-defying art film to vibrant embroidery and Surrealist sculpture, check out the best winter exhibitions to see right now.

Get ready for animated classics, Muppet mayhem and a whole host of New York movies -- it's Christmas time in the cinema.

From contemporary dance to ballet classics, and cult rock ‘n’ roll musicals to new writing, our theatre guide spans the festive season and beyond.

Get creative, allow yourself to be curious and learn something new with this month's tours and activities guide.

Looking for the best winter meals the North has to offer? This month's guide to food and drink has the lot.

As we move into festive season, Manchester and the North is packed with fun events and activities for families, both indoors and outdoors.

It might be chilly out there, but we're shining our lantern light on some events that will warm the cockles.