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Creative Tourist
Versatile, artist-led theatre and events venue which spans two of the tunnel spaces near Deansgate, Manchester.
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XS Malarkey
Providing award-winning Comedy since 1997, XS Malarkey is a not-for-profit comedy club, hosted every week by Toby Hadoke.
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School of Comedy at the Frog and Bucket
Try your hand at stand up comedy with an eight week intensive course with Dave Williams in the Frog and Bucket’s School of Comedy.
from £300.00
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Old Dock Tours, Liverpool
The Old Dock tour is a treat for younger and older visitors alike, fans of Liverpool’s maritime past, and anybody curious about local history.
£8.50 with concessions
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Stephen Hawking at Work at the Science and Industry Museum
Explore incredible objects from the world-renowned theoretical physicist’s office in this special display.
free entry
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Unpicking Couture at Manchester Art Gallery
Whether you’re a high-fashion fanatic or just couture curious, Unpicking Couture gets up close and personal with pivotal moments in fashion history.
free entry
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Creatures of the Night Comedy Club
An insanely committed seven-nights-a-week, Creatures of the Night Comedy Club opens its doors (20.30-22.30 typically, though please check) for evening after evening of side-splitting comedy.
from £5.00
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Beat The Frog at The Frog and Bucket
Beat the Frog is a legendary amateur comedy night, taking place each and every Monday. Many famous names prove it’s the real deal.
free entry
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The Comedy Vault
Every Monday night upstairs at Fierce Bar, The Comedy Vault hosts an outrageously funny open-mic night. Come and try your hand or just to watch and laugh.
free entry
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Comedy Balloon
Every Wednesday at Ape & Apple, Manchester’s official underground comedy club, Comedy Balloon’s friendly and warm comedy night takes place.
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Blue Planet Aquarium
Blue Planet Aquarium is home to animals from all around the world, one of the UK’s largest collections of sharks and a 71-metre underwater tunnel to see them from!
City Centre
Embassie Backpackers
The friendly Embassie Backpackers hostel is located in a 200 year old, vintage mansion and was the first hostel in Liverpool.
Liverpool
International Inn
A pleasant and affordable place to stay in Liverpool, International Inn is hidden away in a quiet street but still close to everything you need.
City Centre
PH Hostel Liverpool
A central option for travellers to the port city of Liverpool, PH Hostel offers a friendly, comfy place to stay.
Liverpool
Travelodge Liverpool Docks
Travelodge Liverpool docks is a conveniently located hotel, where you can always expect a good night’s sleep.
Liverpool
Kabannas Liverpool
Kabannas Liverpool offers a choice of comfortable rooms, from private doubles to shared options to suit all needs and group sizes.
Baltic Triangle
YHA Liverpool Albert Dock
YHA Liverpool Albert Dock has everything you need for a comfortable night in the city, at a pleasingly low cost.
City Centre
The Liner Hotel
The Liner Hotel offers accommodation in style, with comfort, luxury and a seasonal menu in a central Liverpool location.
City Centre
Premier Inn Liverpool City Centre
With comfy beds and tasty breakfast, Premier Inn Liverpool City Centre is always a safe bet, in an excellent central location.
City Centre
The Oracle
The Oracle is a mysteriously classy cocktail bar with magicians performing tricks at your table, right in the centre of Liverpool
Baltic Triangle
The Baltic Hotel
Where punk art meets urban chic, a colourful retreat for all those who want to emerge themselves in Liverpudlian culture.
Plaza Community Cinema
The Plaza Community Cinema is truly a unique community resource with big releases, special screenings and affordable tickets.
District Guides
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