Part of Banff Mountain Film Festival’s Blue Programme, watch a selection of award-winning short films which capture adventure film-makers and explorers as they push themselves to the limits in the most remote and stunning corners of the globe.
Witness unbelievable human-powered feats, life-affirming challenges and mind-blowing cinematography at Hebden Bridge Picture House.
Pop Boutique houses Vintage, clothing, homeware and vinyl. This bold street shop is in the centre of the ropewalks area of Liverpool which is fast becoming the indie centre of Liverpool.
Press Bros is one of Lark Lane’s best coffee spots, with coffee made from locally roasted beans and delicious breakfasts.
Once a 19th century warehouse, Malmaison Manchester Deansgate is a boutique hotel that combines old-world charm with contemporary elegance.
Exhibition is an elegant dining hall on Peter Street, home to Jaan and other high-level independent kitchens.
Friendly Coffee Shop that also hosts events in Spinningfields.
Future Yard is the Wirral’s most exciting music venue providing a stage and opportunities for musicians and the local community.
Serving excellent Pan-Asian dishes and quirky cocktails, Chamber 36 is a stylish restaurant on the edge of Liverpool’s China Town.
Brass Monkey is a quirky bar with swings serving delicious drinks, tucked away down a quiet street in the centre of Liverpool.
A stylish 26-bed hotel in the heart of Liverpool with luxurious room décor, in a listed Georgian townhouse – perfect for a quieter stay.
Celebrate the Art of Action at HOME, featuring Sam Peckinpah, Buster Keaton, Keanu Reeves and vintage pulp Mexican cinema.
from £7.95
This season of Sirkian Sundays offers HOME audiences the opportunity to see some of the director’s most lauded films on the big screen in all their glory – alongside some of those that most clearly bear his influence.
from £5.15
Elusive Jazz present F.W. Murnau’s silent masterpiece with an improvised live score from Slovakian flautist Michaela Antalová and Norwegian double bassist Adrian Myhr.
from £3.00
Showroom Cinema and The Japan Touring Film Programme present a series of titles focusing on the theme of justice, justification and judgement.
from £5.00
Book a dinner date with Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert this Valentine’s Day at Stockport Plaza.
from £10.45
Keswick Film Festival marks 25 years with a programme featuring some of the best of contemporary independent cinema, alongside select classics, and work from some choice Cumbrian talent.
from £5.00
Early tickets are on sale now for the 11th annual Manchester Film Festival.
from £30
The Stoller Hall celebrate The Phantom of the Opera’s 100th birthday with a live accompaniment by silent movie masters Frame Ensemble.
from £5.50
Hollywood greats and early bird film fest tickets are on our horizon as we start the New Year.
Documentary performance, groundbreaking dance, world premieres and fresh takes on classic works - check out our early theatre highlights for 2025.
It might be chilly out there, but we're shining our lantern light on some events that will warm the cockles.
We might be past the holiday season, but Manchester and the North's arts and cultural calendar is still packed with brilliant events and activities for families
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 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.
