Civil Wars Attack & Defence at Pontefract Castle
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Discover Pontefract Castle’s dramatic Civil War history and learn some essential skills to become a Civil War soldier!
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Brass Monkey
Brass Monkey is a quirky bar with swings serving delicious drinks, tucked away down a quiet street in the centre of Liverpool.
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Lock and Key Boutique Hotel
A stylish 26-bed hotel in the heart of Liverpool with luxurious room décor, in a listed Georgian townhouse – perfect for a quieter stay.
Liverpool
The Botanical Gin Garden
The Botanical Gin Garden is a seasonal outdoor gin bar, open six months a year, serving a wide selection of delicious gin drinks.
City Centre
Cafe Tabac
Cafe Tabac is the longest running café bar in Liverpool, serving food and drinks to arty locals and curious newcomers.
City Centre
McGuffie’s
Formerly a vintage chemist, McGuffie’s is a cosy cocktail bar located in a historic venue on Liverpool’s Castle Street.
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Dead Air Records
Dead Air Records is a vinyl shop in Liverpool, offering a perfectly curated selection of records and a friendly space for music lovers.
City Centre
Root House Plants
The ultimate destination for seasoned plant lovers and beginners alike, Root sell a wide selection of gorgeous houseplants.
Liverpool
Resurrection
Resurrection is a long-established clothes shop, selling quirky items from both larger and niche brands to Liverpool’s fashion lovers.
Belzan
Belzan is a modern bistro serving delicious food in a relaxed and friendly setting, in an unexpected location.
NORD
A Scandi-inspired restaurants that celebrates Northern hospitality, with a seasonal menu made from locally-sourced ingredients.
Liverpool
Mahoe Blue
Mahoe Blue is a bar and bistro that serves authentic Jamaican food in a cosy venue in South Liverpool.
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Factory International Membership
Get priority booking on the best seats, special discounts, invitations to exclusive events and much more. Are you in?
from £45.00
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Power Up at the Science and Industry Museum
From Mario to Sonic and Pong to Fortnite, play your way through five decades of the best video games. Fun and educational. Win-win.
from £8.00
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Discover and Explore at the Science and Industry Museum
Whether you’ve half an hour or a full day, you’ll always find something new to discover at Manchester’s Science and Industry Museum.
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Winter Island
Freight Island has transformed into Winter Island for the Christmas season, focusing on all things fun and festive.
free entry
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The Twilight Trail
The Twilight Trail is an enchanting winter light show, launching at Freight Island over the festive season.
from £9.00
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Lanterns and Light at Chester Zoo
Lanterns and Light at Chester Zoo transforms the most popular tourist attraction outside London into a magical, illuminated world.
from £12
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Christmas By The Sea at Blackpool Promenade
Blackpool’s festive village, Christmas By The Sea, promises charming log cabins, larger-than-life light installations and much more.
free entry
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The Jungle Book at Theatre by the Lake
This adventurous show features catchy new songs and vibrant puppetry as well as all of your favourite characters, suitable for children aged 6+ and their families.
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Theatre in the North
From contemporary dance to ballet classics, and cult rock ‘n’ roll musicals to new writing, our theatre guide spans the festive season and beyond.
Cinema in the North
Hollywood greats and early bird film fest tickets are on our horizon as we head into the new year.
Music in the North
Warm, intimate storytelling is the thread connecting our new picks, which include a number of brilliant folk artists.
Exhibitions in the North
From genre-defying art film to vibrant embroidery and Surrealist sculpture, check out the best winter exhibitions to see right now.
Tours and Activities in the North
Get creative, allow yourself to be curious and learn something new with this month's tours and activities guide.
Food and Drink in the North
Looking for the best winter meals the North has to offer? This month's guide to food and drink has the lot.
Family things to do in the North
As we move into festive season, Manchester and the North is packed with fun events and activities for families, both indoors and outdoors.
Literature Events in the North
It might be chilly out there, but we're shining our lantern light on some events that will warm the cockles.