Beatin’ Rhythm
Creative Tourist
A temple to powder-shuffling soul power, Beatin’ Rhythm is a record shop staffed by people who eat, sleep and breathe soul music.
A temple to powder-shuffling soul power, Beatin’ Rhythm is a record shop staffed by people who eat, sleep and breathe soul music.
‘Play Interact Explore’ at BALTIC creates a space for joyful exploration, filled with possibility and freedom for everyone to enjoy.
free entryThis spring, Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art presents Ali Cherri’s first institutional exhibition in the UK.
free entryCeremony, religion and symbolism are the focus of the Baltic’s new exhibition from Newcastle-based artist Mani Kambo.
free entrySteph Huang explores the ethics and history of food production in her exhibition ‘There is nothing old under the sun’ at Cross Lane Projects.
free entryExperience the art of Abbot Hall in a hands on and creative way with their monthly Sketch and Stroll tours.
from £0.00Lancaster Literature Festival, or Litfest to its friends, is rolling out its 46th programme, having created a variety of events for its audiences since 1978.
from £3.00Step into the majestic Blackpool Tower Ballroom for an experience like no other. With stunning architecture, live music and treats galore, Afternoon Tea here is highly recommended.
from £60.00Come face to face with SEA LIFE Blackpool’s hungriest resident. This unique experience gives you the chance to feed Phoenix the green sea turtle and learn about this endangered species.
from £75.00A magnificent Victorian house sat within a spectacular 1000 acre landscape with beautiful gardens, woodland and tranquil lakes.
The Pentonbridge Inn, a Michelin Star Restaurant, will welcome you for a fantastic meal and, if you wish, an evening’s rest.
Set within 13,000 acres of woodland, hills and pleasure gardens, Wallington is a grand National Trust property in Northumberland.
No other World Heritage Site in Europe provides the public with as much access to so many archaeological ruins as Hadrian’s Wall.
Farlam Hall is an idyllic hotel, based in the Cumbrian market town of Brampton.
Michelin-starred dining at the Farlam Hall Hotel in Cumbria.
Considered one of the best collections in the world, whether you are already a miniaturist fan, or a fresh face, you won’t leave this Museum without an appreciation.
Located in Carlisle Castle since 1932, now covering 300 years of history, and focused on the community links with Cumbria’s military.
A converted fire station in the City of Carlisle, this venue offers a variety of spaces for live performances, workshops, exhibitions and more.
An eclectic display of Carlisle’s talent, this gallery not only platforms its community but hosts regular events and constantly changing exhibitions.
This gallery is a hidden gem, just outside Carlisle town centre. Beautiful hand-crafted textile artworks and creations, with delicate things in the shop to take home.
Opened in 2002, The Brickyard is Carlisle’s longest-running independent music venue, offering live performances in an intimate church hall.
DaDaFest’s 40th anniversary line-up, contemporary reimaginings and outlandish fringe, check out our top theatre picks for spring onwards.
David Lynch, International Women's Day and Manchester Film Festival are amongst our cinematic highlights this March.
Make the most of the springtime sun with some of the North's best bars and restaurants.
The outsiders, the oddities and the outrageous – we’re keeping it weird with a hot new batch of underground gigs about to hit Manchester, Leeds, and Liverpool.
From precarious ceramics to photography festivals, spring is here and brings with it a breath of fresh air in visual art and exhibitions.
It's like the Woolies pick'n'mix counter this month in live literature land – so much choice, we're not sure where to start digging in.
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.
Dragon quests, coconut pyramids and topsy-turvy Wonderland adventures... curious?