Albert Park
Kristy Stott, Theatre Editor
Albert Park is an important and valued piece of open space which first opened in 1877.
Among the park’s main attractions is a fantastic all-weather astro turf pitch,
What's on near Albert Park
Penelope Trappes at Sacred Trinity Church
Salford’s Sacred Trinity Church becomes a gothic dreamland as Penelope Trappes brings A Requiem to the fitting Chapel Street venue.
from £14
Illuminate Women’s Music
Illuminate is a project that seeks to highlight and celebrate the creativity of women both as composers and performers. Illuminate concerts feature both commissioned works from early career women composers and historical works, celebrating the rich legacy of music written by women.
from £20.50
Richard Dawson at The Stoller Hall
Declared “Britain’s best songwriter” by The Guardian, folk experimenter Richard Dawson performs two special shows at The Stoller Hall.
from £22.50
The Phantom of the Opera – Film with Live Accompaniment at The Stoller Hall
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
UrbanArtistry Presents… My Dog Sighs: We Shelter Here Sometimes + Artist and Director Q&A at Cultplex
UrbanArtistry are back with one of their most exciting events yet as the street art documentary specialists present a one off screening of My Dog Sighs: We Shelter Here Sometimes.
from £6.50
Until
Cocktail Tasting Masterclass at The Botanist
You can get the behind the bar and mix with the best of them in a cocktail making masterclass from The Botanist on Deansgate.
from £39.95
Until
Escaped Alone and What If If Only at the Royal Exchange Theatre
Director Sarah Frankcom returns to the Exchange with two short plays by Caryl Churchill, brought together in one evening of theatre.
from £10.00
Until
The Manchester Cheese Crawl
Eat your way through the dairy based delights of Manchester, with the Manchester Cheese Crawl walking tour.
from £25Where to go near Albert Park
Salford
Broughton Leisure Centre
Broughton Leisure Centre is a sports facility located in Salford, Manchester. Broughton Leisure Centre houses a 25m pool and a teaching pool and also has a sauna and steam room.
Manchester
Hong Kong Choi
A superb modern Hong Kong-style restaurant on the edge of Manchester city centre, serving up unique dishes created by chefs with Michelin star experience.
Manchester
Salford Museum and Art Gallery
Salford Museum and Art Gallery is a friendly city museum close to Peel Park with special appeal to families; the highlight is Lark Hill Place, a charming Victorian Street installation.
Manchester
Private White V.C
Leading British menswear brand based in Manchester – branching out into womenswear, too
Salford
The Storm Cone, Peel Park
The Storm Cone is a digital artwork and soundscape by artist Laura Daly and composer Lucy Pankhurst, which simulates lost park bandstands and explores their forgotten histories.
Salford
Paradise Works
Paradise Works is an artists’ studio and gallery space on the boarder of Salford and Manchester, established in April 2017.
Manchester
Centenary Building
One of The University of Salford’s School of Arts and Media facilities. The Centenary Building won the RIBA Award and Stirling Prize in 1996 and the Civic Trust Award in 1997.
Manchester
Hidden
Seek out Hidden nightclub just up the river from Victoria. Reviving Manchester’s grassroots scene, Hidden is a raver honeypot swarming with lovers of techno-driven house and disco-beats.
Salford
Tenancy house, Salford
Quarantine contemporary theatre company presents a year-long, curated series of artist residencies and events in a rented house on the border of Salford and Manchester.
Manchester
ShinDigger Brewing Co
Local brewery set up in 2012 by two Manchester University students, Paul and George. They specialise in easy-to-drink session beers made from natural fruit extracts.
Salford
Black Friar
To celebrate its third birthday, The Black Friar is running a series of
Salford
Old Pint Pot
This lively spot could be considered a jack of all trades – pub, restaurant, events space and live music venue.
Manchester District Guides
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