The centrepiece of Durham’s cultural offer, Gala Theatre is known for hosting some of the biggest names in comedy, leading theatre companies and inspiring bands and musicians. They are the venue for Lumiere Durham, the UK’s largest light festival.
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
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
Explore incredible objects from the world-renowned theoretical physicist’s office in this special display.
free entry
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
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
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
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
Every Wednesday at Ape & Apple, Manchester’s official underground comedy club, Comedy Balloon’s friendly and warm comedy night takes place.
free entry
Think of Blackpool and what springs to mind? Whatever it is, it’s probably not top tier Cantonese dining. But a visit to Michael Wan’s Mandarin might just change that.
Dirty Blonde’s is a dive bar and pizza joint that feels more downtown New York than British seaside town.
Bridewell Studios is a gallery space and artist studios located in an old police station, hosting regular contemporary art exhibitions.
Offering something of a mini theme park to visitors, Blackpool South Pier has a ton of white-knuckle rides to get stuck into.
Interplay works across all definitions of exclusion to create a special theatre that places the audience at the centre of the experience.
Deep dive into the wonders of the ocean – without getting wet. Meet stunning sea creatures including tropical sharks, colourful reef fish, majestic rays, and Phoenix, the green sea turtle.
Serving exceptional meats, cheeses and wines from all over the world, Bailey’s Cheese & Charcuterie offers a laid-back, sophisticated experience you’ll be hard-pressed to find anywhere else in Blackpool.
Set in Coral Island, The Buccaneer isn’t just family-friendly, it’s above above-and-beyond family-friendly, thanks to the very generous kids eat free offer.
When you think of Blackpool, Coral Island is the type of place that takes front and centre: big, bold and flat-out fun.
Hobo Kiosk is an independent pub in the heart of the Baltic Triangle, celebrating all things bohemian with its décor, drinks and events.
Previously ranked TripAdvisor’s number 1 family hotel in the UK, Blackpool’s bright and airy Doric Hotel offers breathtaking views of the Irish Sea.
A hit with families seeking the all-inclusive treatment, this Baroque-style hotel on the north shore is one of Blackpool’s oldest and most popular.
Alongside experimental performance, new writing and free arts festivals, we take a look at some of the Christmas shows happening in the North.
As we move into festive season, Manchester and the North is packed with fun events and activities for families, both indoors and outdoors.
Spanning leftfield pop, forward-thinking classical and heady electronica, check out our latest music picks for autumn.
Bookish goings-on are perfect for picking up presents for others and treats to get yourself through the cold, dark days ahead.
Film festivals, animation and the art of action are amongst our highlights of a busy month at the cinema.
Don't let the cold weather get you down with this soul warming autumn selection of tours and activities.
We travel all around the North in this month’s top picks to bring you mood-boosting colour, a gallery playground and the experiences of artist mothers.
Take some autumnal eating-out tips from this month's guide to food and drink in Manchester and the North.
