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LIVE: Summer comes to a genre-splicing close at Leeds Festival 2022

August 29, 2022

Alt-rock, pop and audiences mix at this festival with an identity crisis Alternative festivals like Leeds and Reading used to attract alternative crowds. You…

Top 5: Things to see and do at Media City UK

August 22, 2022

There’s something for everyone at this Salford space Whether you’re into hands-on activities, exploring galleries or just fancy a few cocktails, Media City UK…

The Best: Manchester ice cream parlours where you and your pooch can cool off

August 8, 2022

I scream, you scream, we all scream… you know the drill There’s nothing better than an ice cream pit stop on a hot summer…

Top 5: Places to get a pizza slice in Manchester

July 26, 2022

Whether you’re hungover or just want to try a new foodie pit-stop, here are our top picks for places to get a pizza slice…

LIVE: Pixies thrill at Castlefield Bowl’s Sounds of the Summer show

July 7, 2022

Boston’s iconic alt-rockers light up the Bowl Castlefield Bowl’s long-running string of open-air shows have become a staple of the Mancunian summer time. Bringing…

NN Picks: North West festivals and outdoor gigs you can’t miss this summer

June 4, 2022

Festival season is back – and we’re totally here for it Summer is almost here and with it comes festival season – renewed and…