Fenix, the stunning Greek-Mediterranean restaurant that opened last year in Manchester, is launching a series of Moonlight Parties with special events for the Easter weekend.
The luxurious two-storey venue has created the events to continue their vision to bring a taste of Mykonos to the city centre.
With these Moonlight Parties, they’re capturing the world-famous nightlife of the Greek island, with international DJs playing into the early hours.
The bank holiday weekend parties will be taking place in the beautiful ground floor nest bar, where golden grasses ripple from the ceiling and clever illusions make it seem as though a wall of fire is flickering above the bar.
Fenix has programmed a unique line-up of events for the upcoming four-day Easter weekend.
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The high-end restaurant and bar will kick things off on Thursday with international percussionist Kami, joining their resident DJ Christian, who’ll also be behind the decks on Friday.
Then on Saturday, there’ll be a performance by the incredible Jano, before Sunday concludes with Mykonos’ very own international DJ Anthony from Zuma Mykonos.
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This will be the first of a series of late-night parties for Fenix, which is already establishing itself as one of Manchester’s best destinations.
The restaurant opened last November, from the Permanently Unique group that’s also behind the city’s beloved Tattu.
As well as its beautiful interiors and lighting that mimics both sunny days and moonlit nights, there’s a menu of meat and fish cooked on an open fire, a wealth of pasta and rice dishes, and meze-style small plates.
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Fenix’s Moonlight Parties will kick up a notch for Easter WeekendCocktails at Fenix in Manchester. Credit: The Manc GroupFenix’s Moonlight Parties are creating a new late-night offering in Manchester
And then there’s the bar, where incredible cocktails fall under four categories – Earth, Air, Water, and Fire – each served in custom glassware.
Fenix has already been receiving rave reviews, including from national critics like the Observer and Guardian tastemaker Jay Rayner.
For the Moonlight Parties, there’ll be a range of packages available, including the exclusive Half Moon package (a table for four with a selection of mixers and meze board, a bottle of Laurent-Perrier Rose, and a bottle of patron silver, for £400.)
Each of Fenix’s Moonlight Parties will start at 10.30pm and run until the early hours.
The series starts on Thursday 28 March with events running until Sunday 31 March.
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Details of the May Bank Holiday Moonlight Parties line-up will be released soon.
Spooktacular Halloween trail to return to National Trust site Quarry Bank
Daisy Jackson
A Halloween trail is set to return to Quarry Bank Mill this autumn for one of the region’s most hauntingly beautiful seasonal events.
The National Trust site is a former working mill and one of the country’s finest industrial buildings – but as night falls and the shadows lengthen, a haunting will begin…
This year’s Halloween at Quarry Bank will again feature spooky light installations, a mesmerising laser garden, and a thrilling fire show, as well as live performances and seasonal food and drink.
Returning for a second year, Halloween at Quarry Bank will be an unforgettable experience for all ages.
Fog will swirl through the paths around the grounds, as glowing demon eyes watch over passers-by and giant skeletons loom over twisted trees.
If you’re brave enough, the trail then heads inside the mill itself, where creaking and clanking sounds of its industrial past hint at something a little more haunted.
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As you wander the trail, you’ll pass installations like glowing fire spheres and catacombs echoing with whispers from the past, plus plenty more surprises waiting in the shadows.
Then you can refuel with ‘bewitched burgers and freaky fries’, plus hot toddys and decadent hot chocolates.
You can even toast a marshmallow over an open fire.
Halloween at Quarry Bank is designed for families, couples, and groups of friends alike, and attracts visitors from all over Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Merseyside and Lancashire.
Entry to the trail is on a timed slot system – tickets are on sale now HERE.
Inside the brand-new rental houses at Bolton’s landmark £35m development, Deansgate Gardens
Daisy Jackson
The first residents are in, and the launch of Deansgate Gardens – a landmark £35m development in Bolton town centre – is live.
This impressive new development has brought 167 high-quality rental homes to Bolton, creating a residential neighbourhood that features rooftop terraces, gardens, and stunning communal spaces.
The homes on Deansgate, Bolton have been built specifically for renters, with spacious layouts in an ideal location just a two-minute walk from Bolton Town Hall and a short commute to Manchester.
And, unusually for new rental developments, it’s not all about apartments here (though there are beautiful one- and two-bedroom apartments with rooftop gardens available).
It’s also somewhere you can rent two-bedroom townhouses, and have your very own yard.
Every home is built with energy efficiency in mind, with heat pumps and enhanced insulation, plus rooftop solar panels on selected homes, keeping those pesky bills down.
This pet-friendly development comes from developer Placefirst, and is a key moment in the wider £1bn regeneration masterplan for Bolton.
Inside Deansgate Gardens in BoltonInside Deansgate Gardens in BoltonA spacious bedroomThe rooftop terraceView from the rooftop terrace
Deansgate Gardens is located just opposite the former Beales department store, connected by the train station, bus interchange, and town centre within walking distance.
These stylish new homes are built around a central square and communal courtyards. The result? Somewhere residents can relax, socialise, and connect.
There’s even a dedicated Resident Service Manager and 24/7 maintenance support for peace of mind.
And just a short walk away you’ll find parks like Queen’s Park, plus beautiful routes along the River Croal.
Ready to make these houses your home? Book in for a tour around Deansgate Gardens today HERE.
Daisy Jackson -
26th March 2024 
