Withington Public Hall Institute
Tom Grieve, Cinema Editor
A social enterprise cum neighbourhood venue in the heart of Withington. Expect anything from pop up food events, to vintage markets, to film screenings and art sessions.
What's on near Withington Public Hall Institute
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JMW Turner: In Light and Shade at the Whitworth
The Whitworth celebrates the 250th anniversary of Turner’s birth with ‘JMW Turner: In Light and Shade’, showcasing his works on paper.
free entry
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Women in Revolt! Art and Activism in the UK 1970-1990
The Whitworth presents ‘Women in Revolt! Art and Activism in the UK 1970-1990’, a landmark show about women’s rebellion and creativity.
free entry
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Sacred Harp Singing in Whitworth Gallery
Join Manchester Sacred Harp for an afternoon of uplifting four-part harmony social singing at Whitworth Art Gallery.
free entry
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Jakkai Siributr: There’s no Place at The Whitworth
‘Jakkai Siributr: There’s no Place’ is a dazzling display of textile works by one of Southeast Asia’s leading contemporary artists.
free entry
RNCM Chamber Choir with Clod Ensemble at Victoria Baths
With the RNCM’s Dance:Music initiative comes a concert by the RNCM Chamber Choir and Clod Ensemble in one of Manchester’s most stunning spaces.
from £12.00
The Waeve at Band on the Wall
A year on from their acclaimed eponymous debut album, Rose Elinor Dougall and Graham Coxon AKA The Waeve are back with a new record and a new tour.
from £24.75
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Elizabeth Gaskell’s House 10 Year Anniversary
Throughout 2025, Elizabeth Gaskell’s House is celebrating its tenth anniversary, having first opened to the public a decade ago.
from £0.00
International Mother Language Day at Manchester Poetry Library
Manchester’s newest library will be celebrating International Mother Language Day on Thursday 23 February with free events and refreshments provided in the library.
free entryWhere to go near Withington Public Hall Institute
Manchester
Fuel Cafe
Withington is home to Fuel Cafe, who serve only vegetarian and vegan food, as well as hosting quiz nights and lively open mics. They are well known for their hangover busting, meat free, full breakfast menu, and the decor is pleasantly found-object-eclectic.
Manchester
Wilderness Records: shop and cafe
Wilderness Records has equal amounts of comfort and thrills, with their extensive genre spanning vinyl collection that sits along side a great place to grab a cosy coffee.
Manchester
Herbivorous Withington
Herbivorous is an independent vegan restaurant, with this new permanent venue now open in Withington.
Manchester
Ice Shack
The first all-vegan desserts parlour in the North, also sold at high-profile venues such as the Deaf Institute, Greens, Croma and more.
City Centre
Monkey Trio
Manchester’s first ever Japanese sake bar, Monkey Trio, is unique in the city. Visit for an evening of quiet luxury.
Manchester
Lotus Vegetarian Kitchen
Lotus Vegetarian Kitchen is a meat-free Chinese restaurant in Manchester’s Withington.
Burton Road, West Didsbury
Lentils and Lather
Withington’s Lentils and Lather is a top destination for a wide range of sustainable, plastic-free and zero waste products.
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A Taste of Honey
A Taste Of Honey is a charming deli (and CBD store) based in West Didsbury on the popular Burton Road.
Burton Road, West Didsbury
Moth, Didsbury
A shrine to all that is understated and beautiful, Moth is a small independent shop in Didsbury that is well worth a visit.
Burton Road, West Didsbury
Namaste Nepal
Freshly-made, delicious Nepalese and Indian food at this long-standing Didsbury restaurant.
Burton Road, West Didsbury
Reserve Wines Didsbury
Reserve Wines is an award-winning independent wine merchant with six sites across Manchester and the Northwest, including three wine bars and an online shop.
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Sett
Sett is an art café in West Didsbury, one of the areas many thriving independent businesses.
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