Anand Patwardhan, outspoken activist and filmmaker, occupies a singular position in Indian cinema, using his documentary work to dissect the hypocrisies of the Indian establishment. This extraordinary chronicle and political odyssey of the Dalit (“untouchable”) movement in India is arguably the high-point to Patwardhan’s remarkable career as Indian cinema’s most accomplished documentary filmmaker.
With timeless festive songs and seasonal cheer, Miracle on 34th Street is set to cast its magical spell over First Street this December.
from £25.00
Mikhail Karikis explores communal sound-making as a way to draw attention to the most pressing issue of our time: climate change.
free entry
A celebration of the North West’s creative talents, PUSH Festival at HOME Manchester is always a highlight of the theatre calendar.
Featuring hidden gems, exciting debuts and some of the most talked about films of the year, HOME bring the best of 2024 back to the big screen.
from £7.95
HOME’s festive film season takes us to Manhattan and beyond as the cinema celebrates Christmas in New York.
from £4.70
Celebrate the Art of Action at HOME, featuring Sam Peckinpah, Buster Keaton, Keanu Reeves and vintage pulp Mexican cinema.
from £7.95
Popular country pub based in Ormskirk, serving classic British food and local ales.
Abington Street Market is a go-to for independent retail, housing 12 shopping units selling everything from handmade ceramics to clothing, crystals and cake.
Millington Hall Farm is a one of a kind destination offering field to fork dining alongside learning experiences that will stay with you long after your visit.
Located at Blackpool Pleasure Beach resort, this museum of oddities is the perfect place for families to discover the strange, the unusual and the extraordinary.
This cocktail bar may be the new kid on the Blackpool block, but it’s already renowned for its excellent service and imaginative drinks that offer an ‘experience and a story’.
Head to Balckpool’s Little Black Pug for an historic, laid-back, family-friendly pub with a huge malt whiskey collection.
Both a lifestyle store and a community arts hub, Aunty Social showcases the very best of Blackpool’s creative community. A great spot to pick up lovingly-made gifts.
MAYA is a high-end new restaurant on the corner of Canal Street and Chorlton Street in central Manchester.
Popular craft bakery, selling freshly baked goods on Manchester’s King Street.
Winner of the Good Food Award’s coveted Chippy of the Year award on multiple occasions, Harrowside is a great choice for fish and chips in Blackpool.
Not many chippies have a blue plaque outside, but not many chippies are as noteworthy as Papa’s in Blackpool.
As part of the UK-wide Art of Action season, Showroom Cinema is doing its part to highlight the cinematic craft, artistry and skill that goes into making the action movie.
from £5.00
Celebrate the Art of Action at HOME, featuring Sam Peckinpah, Buster Keaton, Keanu Reeves and vintage pulp Mexican cinema.
from £7.95
From Mad Max to Dom Toretto, Hyde Park Picture House showcase the spectrum of automotive action with this new film season.
from £6.00
Celebrate the season at Showroom Cinema with handpicked festive films to brighten your holidays and special events to surprise and delight.
from £5.00
HOME’s festive film season takes us to Manhattan and beyond as the cinema celebrates Christmas in New York.
from £4.70
Christmas arrives at Pictureville Cinema with a whole cinematic selection box of family favourites and Hollywood classics this December.
from £3.00
Factory International’s Weekend of Film and Music pairs Cillian Murphy in All of This Unreal Time with a live reimagining of Derek Jarman’s final film.
from £10.00
Happening as part of Factory International’s Weekend of Film and Music is Max Porter and Aoife McArdle’s All of This Unreal Time, starring Cillian Murphy.
from £25.00
Read our latest highlights from the live classical music offer in Manchester and the North, taking in a number of the region's most cherished orchestral forces and venues.
Munch away the Autumnal blues with this foodie orientated guide of Tours and Activities in Manchester and 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.
Bookish goings-on are perfect for picking up presents for others and treats to get yourself through the cold, dark days ahead.
As we move into festive season, Manchester and the North is packed with fun events and activities for families, both indoors and outdoors.
Take some autumnal eating-out tips from this month's guide to food and drink in Manchester and the North.
Before the festive season completely takes over, we've rounded up some of the best 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.
