Easter holiday plans: Keeping the kids entertained in Manchester
Trying to think of things to do in Manchester with kids this school holidays? Get out and about with Jo Milligan's tips to make the most of spring.
Half-term in Manchester, come rain or shine
Jo Milligan shares her tips and ideas for where to go over the school holidays - including a free festival in Manchester for families.
5 uplifting events in Manchester to take you through to spring
Add some joy to the last few months of winter 2026 with these five uplifting Manchester events, shows and experiences.
Snowdrops, sciatica, and cake-stops
In the first of her 'Moving On' columns, Sarah Tierney writes about walking for back pain - and how to make it more enjoyable in winter
Boots, beats and back issues: My line dancing comeback
In the second of her 'Moving on' series about finding new ways to exercise after injury, Sarah Tierney tries line-dancing - and finds out about a free session coming up in Manchester
Win VIP tickets to Lily Allen at AO Arena
Her West End Girl tour will be one of the biggest live events of the year. Here's your chance to experience it firsthand with VIP box tickets for two.
Review: Marina Abramović’s Balkan Erotic Epic
A four-hour show that still feels too short. Sarah Tierney gets mesmerised by the performance art extravaganza showing at Aviva Studios
