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Visit Manchester Insider’s Guide Part 2: Shopping

This content is drawn from the Visit Manchester Insider’s Guide. Filled with ideas and inspiration for things to see, do, and eat, as well as places to stay, the 40-page guide features dedicated sections on what's new and upcoming, along with maps and spotlight pages highlighting Greater…

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Our Ultimate Guide to Festivals in Manchester

Manchester is gearing up for one of its biggest festival years yet. From world‑class music events to cultural celebrations, 2026 brings an exciting line-up across Greater Manchester. Whether you’re searching for summer music festivals, family-friendly events, film and arts showcases, food and drink…

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Celebrate World Book Day in Greater Manchester

World Book Day is an annual campaign focused on helping children access books and develop a lasting reading habit. Over the years, children and teachers have dressed up as book characters and taken part in reading events in schools and libraries to celebrate World Book Day. Dressing up as a book…

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