Do I have to wear a face mask in the pub today – and other rules as hospitality reopens
After three months collecting dust, pubs and restaurants across the UK will be able to reopen to customers today, with some already swinging open their doors at 6am this morning.
After three months collecting dust, pubs and restaurants across the UK will be able to reopen to customers today, with some already swinging open their doors at 6am this morning.
The day marks the single biggest easing of the coronavirus lockdown since the pandemic began, with most hospitality and culture venues being given the green light to operate.
Two-metre social distancing has been shrunk to “1m+” and you will now be able to see loved ones at will in any private setting.
But of course, there are still plenty of measures in place that you will need to follow.
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Do I need to wear a face mask in the pub?
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While you will need to wear a face mask if travelling to pubs and bars on public transport, there are no rules that require you to wear one when you get to your destination. Of course, it is recommended that you wear your face coverings at all times, even between sips of your drink, but it is not a mandatory guideline in these reopened establishments.
Should we still stay two-metres apart?
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The government wants you to maintain a two-metre distance from people today, however it is not mandatory anymore. There is a new “1m+” rule in place with pubs introducing measures such as no drinking at the bar, table-service only and plenty of screens around the venue to protect punters and staff if distancing cannot be achieved.
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Will I have to disclose my information?
If you haven’t already booked online, then most pubs, bars and restaurants will ask you to provide your name and contact details upon entering. This is so that if there is an outbreak at a specific venue, those who have registered there can be tracked and informed.
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As Greater Manchester recovers from the pandemic, more people are returning to work and using shops and services. And with pubs, restaurants and other hospitality venues reopening from today, it’s as important as ever that everyone feels confident and safe when they travel.
We all need to play our part to reopen Greater Manchester safely, so TfGM are doing theirs by providing the information and options you need to make smart and safe choices. This way you can protect yourself and others around you.
You can now have a private tour of Manchester Christmas Markets
Thomas Melia
Every year, Manchester Christmas Markets hosts its almost two-month long residency on the frosty streets of our lively city, but now you can enjoy the cute huts with an unbeatable luxury experience.
Travel agency, Viator, who are directly connected to TripAdvisor, have launched a one on one guided tour of Manchester and its stunning Manchester Christmas Marketsin all their glory.
This private tour of the festivities occurring in the city will last two hours and for the whole duration of your time, a city host will be on hand to offer undivided attention, catering to your every need.
A makeshift itinerary is already awaiting guests and can be tailored according to the individual taking the tour, everything is catered to your preferences.
Anyone who books onto the tour also receives a complimentary hot chocolate and that’s sweetened the deal for me, I’m sold.
How can you go wrong with these incredible options at Manchester Christmas Markets?You can recreate your very own gigantic cheese pull and your local host can snap a piccie.Scrumptious selection of food available as you venture through Manchester Christmas Markets in style.
There’s also the chance to keep your hands toasty with a free cup of mulled wine or a soft-drink for those who aren’t interested in the warm alcoholic beverage.
Manchester Christmas Markets are a phenomenal day or night-out regardless so this latest personalised opportunity will take your festive fantasies to a whole new level.
This private tour provides a one-of-a-kind exclusive treatment making your stroll down Manchester Cathedral, Exchange Square and Manchester Town Hall that little bit more special.
These tours are a great chance to immerse yourself in one of Manchester’s many selling points as you can choose to focus your time around art and culture, fashion, architecture or our personal favourite – food.
This exclusive tour package which highlights the best of Manchester Christmas Markets is definitely a present in itself with tickets costing a hefty sum of £100.
If you want to visit Manchester Christmas Markets while also living the high life with a private tour, ‘Christmas In Manchester: Private Experience With A City Host’ is running all the way until the huts shut shop on 22 December and tickets can be found here.
A Christmas train in Wigan has been delivering donated toys galore
Thomas Melia
Yuletide wishes have come true as a donation of toys and goodies have been delivered via a Christmas train in Wigan, right in time for the big day.
The Amazon toy train, which is a new initiative running this festive season, is dropping off presents from now right up until Christmas day itself.
Already visiting Wigan earlier this month, the locomotive has its sites set on three more stops including London, Swansea and Scotland as it makes its journey across three nations.
In partnership with Multibank’s Brick-by-Brick project, the train hopes to provide and offer gifts to families in need across the UK with Wigan marking the closest stop off in Greater Manchester.
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All the toys that are being transported across the country in this Amazon-fronted train are featured on the company’s ‘Top Ten Toys 2024’ list.
Hatchimals, Screamerz and Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza were some of the exciting gifts found on the Christmas train in Wigan at the start of this month.
This lighthearted and fun-filled Christmas-themed project is kitted out with toys from top brands like Play-Doh and the brickmasters themselves, LEGO Star Wars.
So far, Multibank has helped over 400,000 families and provided three million essential items across their operations in England, Scotland and Wales since launching in 2022.
This collaborative local project doesn’t just operate at Christmastime either: Brick-to-Brick Multibank run all year round collecting surplus business requirements like furniture, hot water bottles and hygiene products to be used by those less fortunate.
The Christmas train in Wigan filled with Amazon’s top toys.The Wigan toy train features some well known brands.Credit: Supplied
This roster of children’s favourite companions and interactive games is inspired by the consumers themselves. Every toy is related to or the exact match of what Amazon customers have been searching for the most. A real Christmas list come true.
The list of the top toys isn’t extortionate either, offering customers some affordable and still as fascinating options with prices starting from £9.99.
Even old-school classics like Play-Doh have a spot on this wish list. This poses the really big question: where’s the adult version?
You may have finished your Christmas shopping not too long ago or might still be looking for inspiration, browse the top-ranked teddies and more HERE.
The Manc -
4th July 2020 
