Altogether Otherwise is a haven of activity where all are encouraged to make, do, dance, read and enjoy pursuing creativity with no pressure.

The May Day Makers Markets at PHM are the perfect celebration of the occasion: from vintage-inspired jewellery and beautiful ceramics to an array of workshops and live music, it’s got a little bit of everything you might want.

From comedy nights to drop-in family craft sessions, Factory International bring an accessible and inclusive programme of events this spring- the best thing, it’s all free.

Liverpool Arab Arts Festival (LAAF), the longest running annual festival of Arab arts and culture in the UK, returns this July. 

Scranchester have teamed up with Manchester Union Lager to curate a foodie walking tour with a craft lager twist.

Pokaty Artwork are hosting a workshop where people will create their own piece of natural art from a pinned butterfly. 

Tips based Manchester Walking Tours offer a friendly introduction to the city. Setting off every day at 11am, with culture, art, music and more.

Folk life drawing combines a mindful art class with the current Echoes exhibition at Portico Library.

Interrogate the role of Men in a Man’s World from the writings of Elizabeth Gaskell and her contemporaries with Dr Sherry Ashworth.

Stagger across three hundred years of Manchester’s drinking history in one of the city’s most fun-loving walking tours, packed with fascinating stories, brilliantly bizarre facts and hilarious fun and games.

Explore the People’s History Museum with your banner bingo card in hand as you navigate their galleries through the lens of craftivism. 

Join expert teacher Ula for relaxed painting workshops that will have you creating work you can be proud of, no matter your level of artistic experience.

The Leeds Liverpool canal has a rich history as well as an exciting future. Discover both in a Leeds Waterfront walking tour.

Explore Manchester’s thriving artisanal brewery scene with the experts from Craft Beer Tour.

Award-winning sauna and cold-plunge pools experience located in the heart of Hebden Bridge, iglu brings the Scandi experience to Yorkshire. 

The culinary worlds of Manchester and Salford are both uncovered in this brand new food tour from Flavours of Manchester.

Join Scranchester Tours for a feast of edible culture as you rediscover Manchester’s past and present through its food.

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.

Experience the art of Abbot Hall in a hands on and creative way with their monthly Sketch and Stroll tours. 

Delve into the treasure trove of 20th Century architecture design with the expert knowledge and passionate curation of the Modernist App. 

Discover 40 of the highlights and hidden gems that are available to explore every day at the Science and Industry Museum.