Running from Runcorn to Leigh, the Bridgewater Canal is 65km long.
Built over 250 years ago by the Duke of Bridgewater, it is considered to be the first true canal in England. Constructed during the Industrial Revolution, the success of the Bridgewater Canal helped to inspire a period of intense canal building in Britain, known as Canal Mania.
From wild buildings to wilder characters, explore hidden histories and architectural oddities in the Cheshire town of Knutsford.
from £20.00
Learn to sew with the friendly experts and sustainability enthusiasts at Stitched Up with this three week introduction to sewing.
from £75.00
Step outside and enjoy a ginormous Easter adventure in nature.
from £0.00
From a hamlet on a road to nowhere to one of Manchester’s most desirable suburbs. What’s the story behind Chorlton-cum-Hardy?
from £20.00
Within Chorlton’s Southern Cemetery lie fascinating stories, beautiful architectural details, and the inspiration behind one of The Smith’s best songs.
from £20.00
Step through the wardrobe and experience an icy, magic and mystical adventure.
from £19
Ancient myth collides with the modern streets of Salford in this latest production from award-winning Northern theatre company, Not Too Tame. Part of Lowry’s 25th anniversary celebrations.
from £5.00
Calling all budding young writers in Greater Manchester: submit your work and see it performed in Lowry’s Quays Theatre.
free entry
A field-to-fork dining experience set in a barn overlooking the Groobarb’s Wild Farm in Knutsford, Cheshire.
Whatever the weather, Dunham Massey in Altrincham takes our number one spot for a fun outdoorsy day out.
This is the perfect pub for an indulgent weekend, following up a long countryside walk with a hearty and high quality meal.
Set in the heart of the beautiful Cheshire countryside, Arley Hall & Gardens is a place of enormous character, charm and interest.
Culture Warrington hosts a range of exhibitions throughout the year representing local, regional and national artists’ work.
Opened in 1857, Warrington Museum & Art Gallery is one of the oldest museums in the country and much of the quintessential character of the building has been preserved.
The educational part of the Vegetarian Society. Learn to cook delicious vegetarian and vegan food with expert chefs and street food traders.
Boasting stunning Edwardian architecture with Art Deco influences, The Bowdon Rooms is a highly sought after wedding venue, conference centre and events hub located in the picturesque village of Bowden, Altrincham.
Prince’s Park lies at the centre of Irlam and offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities for people of all ages to enjoy.
An historical estate with a neo-classical mansion, 50 acres of landscaped gardens, 1000 acres of deer park, a rare breed farm and medieval Old Hall.
A public library in the centre of the wonderful market town of Altrincham.
Outstanding Thai cuisine, situated in a classic red brick restaurant with a sleek and modern interior. Visit this for special occasions or lunchtime deals.
Vintage Alfred Hitchcock and a family friendly film festival are amongst our highlights this May.
Spring is here and the North is buzzing with must-visit new restaurants and bars.
We've got many a good time in store this month as we round up the best walking tours, cultural classes and makers markets in the land.
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.
Dynamic dance, party-performance, high-energy stand-up and a site-specific show set in a pub. All this and more in our newest theatre guide.
Crocodile-themed Easter egg hunts, sense-sational museum trips and more this Easter!
From precarious ceramics to photography festivals, spring is here and brings with it a breath of fresh air in visual art and exhibitions.
If it's inspiring, inclusive events and avant-garde, experimental afternoons you're after, look no further than live literature this spring – we've got you covered.
