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14 ways to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in Greater Manchester

By Visit Manchester on May 31, 2022

This year marks 70 years since our Queen was…

UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 Roadshow heads to Manchester

By Visit Manchester on May 24, 2022

Manchester is set to welcome the UEFA Women’s EURO England 2022 national roadshow when it arrives in the city this weekend. The roadshows, supported by Manchester, Trafford and Wigan Borough Councils will span a bumper weekend in Greater Manchester, with events at Cathedral Gardens, the Trafford…

Death Café Chorlton: ‘Laughter alongside grief and sadness’

By Visit Manchester on May 24, 2022

Emma Liggins (Manchester Metropolitan University) To hang out in a café talking about death might seem a morbid or strange thing to do. Yet Death Cafés are now a global phenomenon, enabling conversations about death and dying in a relaxed atmosphere. Originating in the early twenty-first century…

Trafford Centre Announces the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Celebrations

By Visit Manchester on May 23, 2022

Europe’s leading shopping and leisure destination will host a fun-filled day of entertainment to bring together the local community alongside a host of refreshing offers and activities from retailers. To mark The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, Trafford Centre will host a day full of celebrations on…

FIVE things you can do in Greater Manchester this week (23 – 29 May)

By Visit Manchester on May 23, 2022

Our top tips for making the most of the week ahead, with brilliant things to do across the whole of Greater Manchester… For even more ideas, visit our What’s On page. 1. Take your pooch for ‘Walkies at Bridgewater’ On Monday 23 May, bring your dog to the RHS Garden Bridgewater for a special…

RHS Garden Bridgewater celebrates first anniversary

By Visit Manchester on May 19, 2022

Whether inspiring the next generation of…

Forty-Seven Hotel Manchester Announces Summer Opening and Appoints General Manager

By Visit Manchester on May 19, 2022

In the hotly anticipated lead-up to welcoming guests, ‘Forty-Seven’ has announced its newly appointed General Manager and Sales Manager. The new hotel is to be led by General Manager, Ryan Thompson, and will focus on comfort and elegance, offering a one-of-a-kind experience from the perfect spot to…

Way Above the Houses: A Spectacular Celebration of Salford Is Coming to Media City

By Visit Manchester on May 17, 2022

Commissioned by Quays Culture and in partnership with Cirque Bijou, Way Above the Houses is a unique arts project, inspired by the people of Salford. Taking place on Saturday 11th June at MediaCity, with thanks to Lottery funding from Arts Council England, preparations have already started for…

Street Eat festival is back for Jubilee Bank Holiday

By Visit Manchester on May 17, 2022

More than 3,000 foodies flocked to the Street East festival in 2019 - and fans of tasty treats are in for a Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday feast when the event returns to Rochdale town centre this summer. Food lovers looking to eat, drink and enjoy free entertainment should head to The Butts on…

Enjoy a unique experience this summer at East Lancashire Railway

By Visit Manchester on May 16, 2022

From a murder mystery to wine tasting or a four-course dinner, jump aboard the East Lancashire Railway (ELR) for a new twist on your next date or night out with friends. Red Rose Diners Food-lovers and rail enthusiasts can treat themselves to the ultimate foodie experience on the ELR with a…

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Posts From: May 2022

14 ways to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in Greater Manchester

UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 Roadshow heads to Manchester

Death Café Chorlton: ‘Laughter alongside grief and sadness’

Trafford Centre Announces the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Celebrations

FIVE things you can do in Greater Manchester this week (23 – 29 May)

RHS Garden Bridgewater celebrates first anniversary

Forty-Seven Hotel Manchester Announces Summer Opening and Appoints General Manager

Way Above the Houses: A Spectacular Celebration of Salford Is Coming to Media City

Street Eat festival is back for Jubilee Bank Holiday

Enjoy a unique experience this summer at East Lancashire Railway

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