Every month, we show you some of the hottest properties currently on the market in Greater Manchester.
It’s safe to say that Mancunians love a good nosey around other peoples’ houses, and after all, Greater Manchester is a brilliant place to live.
But what can your money currently get you in the area?
In our monthly Hot Property series, we scour the internet to find 10 more of the most diverse, jaw-dropping, accessible, and beautifully-presented homes currently on the market in Greater Manchester for you to take a look at.
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Ferndale Road
Sale, Trafford, Greater Manchester, M33
Hibbert Homes
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Ferndale Road / Credit: Hibbert Homes
Detached | x5 Bedrooms | x3 Bathrooms
Conveniently being offered to the market with no onward chain, this immaculately-presented five-bedroom detached family home in the popular Trafford town of Sale, only a short distance from a wide range of amenities, excellent local schools, and transport links across the region, is described by estate agents as being ‘impressive’ – and honestly, it’d be very hard to disagree.
Finished to a meticulously-high standard, making it an ideal choice for growing families, this property not only boats stunning interiors, but the exterior is just as stunning, with its large paved driveway and well-maintained rear lawned garden.
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Viewing is ‘essential’ to fully appreciate the charm and quality of this remarkable home.
Ferndale Road / Credit: Hibbert Homes
The property is currently on the market with Sale-based independent estate agents, Hibbert Homes, for £975,000.
Estate agents describe this stunning six-bedroom Edwardian semi as being the ‘real deal’… and we think that says it all.
Positioned on a prestigious road within the Heaton Moor Conservation area, meaning you’ll be living in one of Stockport’s most thriving and most sought-after communities, some of the property’s highlights have to include the large hand-crafted kitchen diner, and the fully-converted lower ground floor, which is currently used as a beautiful self-contained apartment and boasts double French doors to a private courtyard.
Externally, the property has plenty of off-road driveway parking to the front and stunning rear landscaped gardens.
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Broomfield Road / Credit: Julian Wadden
The property is currently on the market with the Heaton Moor branch of local estate agents, Julian Wadden, for a Guide Price of £1.2 million.
Absolutely brimming with character and charm everywhere you look, and situated on the edge of a semi-rural country lane just to add even more to its charm, this four-bedroom stone detached family home was originally built all the way back in 1885, but has been beautifully-maintained to preserve its period features over the decades.
Now providing flexible accommodation across three floors, some of the home’s undeniable stand-out features have to be the dining kitchen with its Aga, original terracotta tiled floors, and the regal family bathroom with a free-standing bath.
When you take a look outside the property, you’ll find off-road parking, an integral garage providing great storage, and several garden areas surrounding – including a large lawn.
Smallshaw Road / Credit: Reside Estate Agency
The property is currently on the market with Rochdale-based estate agency, Reside, for £550,000 (Offers in Excess of).
Looking for an immaculately-presented property that’s ready to move straight into? This could be just what you’re after.
Situated on a pretty residential street in the heart of the popular Wigan area of Swinley, which is known and loved for its close proximity to all the amenities on offer in Wigan town centre, as well as its good local schooling options and convenient transport links across Greater Manchester, is this four-bedroom mews terraced property offered to the highest of standards throughout.
Not only have the current owners completely refurbished and modernised the home from top to bottom in impeccable style, but many of the property’s original character features have been retained.
Stepping outside the home you’ll find a well-maintained rear yard area.
Ashland Avenue / Credit: Yopa
The property is currently on the market with the North West branch of popular online estate agents, Yopa, for £300,000 (Offers in Excess Of).
Occupying an enviable plot and situated on a beautiful tree-lined street in of Manchester’s most desirable neighbourhoods, this five-bedroom double-fronted Edwardian detached family home is described by estate agents as ‘truly exquisite’, especially thanks to its black and white wooden gables and attractive elevatins.
This generously-proportioned property is part of one of Didsbury’s most exclusive addresses, and is conveniently located nearby to a wide range of amenities, good local schools, and transport links.
Internally, the property has been renovated throughout by the current owners and is presented to a very high standard, while externally, there is a paved driveway providing off-road parking for several vehicles to the front and a large easy-to-maintain garden to the rear.
Clothorn Road / Credit: Philip James Kennedy
The property is currently on the market with the Didsbury branch of independent estate agents, Philip James Kennedy, for £1.5 million.
If you’re looking for a property with bags of potential and somewhere you can move in and begin to put your own stamp on, then this attractive four-bedroom detached property in one of Oldham’s most sought-after villages could be just the one for you – especially as it combines the best of semi-rural living, while still being close to everything needed for modern life.
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The property – which has accommodations set over four floors – has been maintained to a high standard by the current owners, both inside and out, and estate agents describe it as being a ‘superb home’ for a growing family.
To top it off, the property is offered to the market with no onward chain, meaning it’s ready to move straight into.
Church Road / Credit: Ryder & Dutton
The property is currently on the market with the Uppermill branch of local estate agents, Ryder & Dutton, for £450,000 (Offers Over).
Godmond Hall Drive / Credit: Millbrook Estate Agents
Detached | x4 Bedrooms | x3 Bathrooms
Situated in the highly-sought-after Boothstown area of Worsley on a popular residential estate, that’s just a stone’s throw away from Salford and Manchester city centres, as well as good local schools, and transport links across Greater Manchester, is this four-bedroom detached family home modernised throughout and ready to move straight into.
Occupying a prime corner plot, the property has been meticulously-designed and styled with incredible attention to detail, and some of its key features have to be the large kitchen-diner, three reception rooms, and four spacious double bedrooms.
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Stepping outside the property, you’ll find lawned gardens both the front and rear, and a large driveway leading to an integrated double garage.
Godmond Hall Drive / Credit: Millbrook Estate Agents
The property is currently on the market with Worsley-based independent estate agents, Millbrook Estate Agents, for £700,000.
Hollingworth Hall Farm House / Credit: Jardine Estates
Detached | x4 Bedrooms | x5 Bathrooms
Like something off a picture-perfect postcard, this is Hollingworth Hall Farm House.
Sat in an elevated position above Hollingworth village, with panoramic views overlooking the beautiful surrounding Tameside countryside, this four-bedroom detached family home may be set in a quiet and tranquil location, but it is also only a short distance from a wide range of amenities, schooling options, and transport links into Manchester, making it the the perfect blend of rural serenity and convenience.
The property’s spacious living areas are flooded with natural light, creating a warm and inviting ambience throughout, and each room has managed to retain much of its original character and charm.
Externally, the property benefits from off-road parking, sprawling gardens to the rear, and even a luxurious hot tub area.
Hollingworth Hall Farm House / Credit: Jardine Estates
The property is currently on the market with Hyde-based independent estate agents, Jardine Estates, for £900,000 (Offers in Excess of).
High Bank Lane, Lostock, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL6
Lancasters
Springbank / Credit: Lancasters
Detached | x5 Bedrooms | x4 Bathrooms
Tucked behind grand wooden gates, nestled amongst trees and set in expansive grounds is Springbank – a stunning five-bedroom detached family home in the affluent Bolton suburb of Lostock, which benefits from being close to amenities in the town’s centre, as well as excellent schools and convenient transport links.
This late-Victorian residence boasts large spacious rooms enhanced by high ceilings and large windows letting in lots of natural light, as well as being finished with attractive, thoughtful detailing.
As well as the property having been renovated to a stunning standard throughout, externally, there as also beautifully-maintained grounds spanning around 0.7 of an acre, as well as a driveway providing lots of off-road parking.
Springbank / Credit: Lancasters
The property is currently on the market with Bolton-based independent estate agents, Lancasters, for £1.25 million.
One of the most historic – and truly breathtaking – properties currently for sale in the whole of Greater Manchester.
This is Baldingstone House – an exceptional Grade II-listed detached six-bedroom period residence that’s thought to date back to around 1604 and currently occupies an enviable tucked-away position in the affluent Walmersley area of Bury, just a short drive from all the amenities on offer in Bury town centre, as well as good local schools, and convenient transport links across the region.
Throughout the property’s history, there have been several extensions and alterations, but the current owners have been very careful to retain the original character in any improvements they’ve made – with numerous original period features still intact, including fireplaces and beamed ceilings.
The properties main house, separate two-bedroom cottage, outbuildings, tennis court, and formal gardens all amount to around three acres in total.
Baldingstone House / Credit: Pearson Ferrier
The property is currently on the market with Bury-based independent estate agents, Pearson Ferrier, for £1.5 million.
Featured Image – Philip James Kennedy | Julian Wadden
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The best things to do in Greater Manchester this week | 22 – 28 December 2025
Emily Sergeant
The most festive week of them all is FINALLY here.
While you may already have lots of activities planned this Christmas, if you happen to still be looking for things to do, Greater Manchester has got you covered. Our region is looking as seasonal as ever at the moment, with dozens of light trails and Christmas events currently going on for you and your families to get involved with.
Finding it a bit tricky to pick what to do though? No worries. We’ve chosen a few of the highlights for another edition of our ‘what’s on‘ guide.
Both free things and those that’ll set you back a few pennies are featured.
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Santa Specials
East Lancashire Railway
Monday 22 – Wednesday 24 December
Santa Specials / Credit: ELR
East Lancashire Railway’s beloved Santa steam train rides are back for more festive fun this Christmas, and this is your last week to hop on board.
Running through until Christmas Eve, ELR’s ‘Santa Specials’ are your chance to hop on board an old-school steam train and travel through the magical Irwell Valley to make “enchanted memories” that last a lifetime.
The famous festive steam trains have become an essential part of Christmas for many families in the North West, and there’s still some tickets left available.
The Grotto has returned to the Trafford Centre for the festive season, and this is your last week to visit.
This year, the shopping centre is taking things up a notch too, as The Grotto is described as being a ‘joyful’ and ‘interactive’ adventure where you’ll become part of a magical mission – saving Christmas cheer.
To make the experience accessible to all, specially-tailored Whispering Winter sessions with softer lighting, quieter music, and fewer visitors will create a calm and inclusive environment for every child to enjoy the magic of Christmas.
Looking for somewhere a bit quieter but still full of festive spirit? We now have a round-up of the best alternative Christmas markets in and around Greater Manchester.
Manchester Christmas Markets may be over and done with, but if you’re seeking something a bit different for your festive day out, Christmas shopping, or even dinner, then there are still a few alternative markets to try this winter.
From a brand-new event where street food traders centre around a flaming mulled wine bar, to one of the region’s best-loved weekend markets that now has a festive twist, there’s absolutely loads going on.
What’s a festive season in the city without Skate Manchester?
Back once again for 2025, ready for families, friends, and festive fun seekers to enjoy the sights and sounds of Christmas, Skate Manchester is festive staple in Cathedral Gardens.
Skaters can expect to glide across a gleaming ice path and spin around a dazzling seven-metre Christmas tree taking centre stage in the middle of the rink for another year.
This year, there’s also a giant turbine by Octopus Energy that’s partially-powering the rink too, and you can skate around it while enjoying the ski scene in the globe.
As a wise someone once said… ‘live, laugh, light trail’.
If there’s one thing we’re not short of in the North West this festive season, it’s light trails or seasonal light-themed events, so we’ve rounded up some of the best for you to visit this week, if you fancy popping down to one.
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Northern Lights
Heaton Park
Monday 22 – Wednesday 31 December
Northern Lights / Credit: Supplied
Heaton Park has been transformed into a glowing world of wonder, as one of the UK’s most celebrated festive light trails has made its Manchester debut.
Already a hit in other major northern cities such as Leeds and Newcastle, Northern Lights – the acclaimed light trail from the team behind established music festivals Kendal Calling and Bluedot – has descended on our city’s largest park, bringing its cinematic visuals, choreographed soundscapes, and festive atmosphere along with it.
A magical illuminated trail has made it returns to the historic Dunham Massey, filling the grounds with twinkling lights and dazzling installations.
Christmas at Dunham Massey has become one of the North West’s most popular festive light trails, created by award-winning light trail producers, and for 2025, there’s a whole host of brand-new installations to see.
Visitors will get to walk through multicoloured landscapes of laser beams, while a projection on the facade of the historic house at Dunham Massey will narrate festive stories.
Land of Lights at Gulliver’s World / Credit: The Manc Group
The magical Land of Lights has returned to Gulliver’s World once again.
After proving to be a huge success the past two years, the one-mile trail showcases a huge array of lanterns and displays, creating a wondrous, wild, and magical atmosphere that’s suitable for all ages, and this year, there’s even some new additions.
The dazzling Lanterns and Light trail has returned to Chester Zoo for the winter.
Over the past couple of years, Lanterns and Light has proved to be such a success that it’s developed into one of the North West’s biggest and longest-running festive light trails, and all profits from the event support the zoo’s charitable mission to prevent wildlife extinction.
The zoo has transformed into a spectacular winter wonderland with colour-changing forests, glowing animals, show-stopping puppets and, brand-new for this year, a host of new immersive installations.
Yuletide at Tatton Park / Credit: Tatton Park / Emma Croman
One of winter’s top events, Yuletide, has returned to Tatton Park’s Gardens.
The magical winter adventure has, once again, brough a glittering light trail and theatrical, immersive performance to the famous beauty spot.
This unique fusion of Christmas light trail and winter family festival is now in its third year, and will debut brand-new features and performances for 2025. As visitors wander the Yuletide event, they’ll be treated to everything from sparkling light installations to impressive fire juggling shows.
Looking for something to do that isn’t all about Christmas?
Sure, it may be ‘Christmas week’, but not everything has to be festive-themed – and thankfully, there’s a few other activities you can be getting up to in our region this week even if you don’t celebrate this particular holiday.
This is the history of the runway, told like never before.
Ready to lose yourself in the world of fashion shows past, present, and future? VOGUE: Inventing the Runway has now opened down at Aviva Studios
This spectacular show uses Vogue’s remarkable archive and fashion network to create an experience that brings together the industry’s leading voices.
From Coco Chanel and Vivienne Westwood, to Karl Lagerfeld, John Galliano, Alexander McQueen, Virgil Abloh, and many many more, you’ll get to be immersed in the journey of fashion on the runway from its origins right through to the modern day.
Chester Zoo is offering £1 tickets this Christmas to families who may otherwise struggle to afford a festive day out.
Christmas is a time when many of us feel strapped for cash more than ever before, which is why Chester Zoo is embracing the season of giving by offering thousands of locals the chance to visit for a fraction of the price of normal entry tickets.
The discounted tickets will be available for anyone claiming Universal Credit on visits right up until New Year’s Eve, and they’ll need to be booked online in advance.
Manchester City are hosting special Christmas-themed tours of the Etihad Stadium this winter.
Having already been given the nod at Trip Advisor’s Travellers’ Choice ‘Best of the Best’ awards, the club’s Etihad Stadium tours have been given an even better festive upgrade. From walking out the tunnel welcomed to the tune of Christmas carols sang by the Halle Youth Choir and into the dugout, holding their own press conference, as well as a new VR experience, you’ve never quite done a tour like this. Give your fellow City fans a visit to their beloved Blues’ home ground like never before.
Looking to escape the elements and have your mind boggled this winter? Sounds like a trip to Museum of Illusions is on the cards then.
It’s time to let your competitive side out – get ready to experience the city’s most unique attraction like never before. Race through the vortex, create the best mirror image, and complete the brain gym the fastest to win the dazzling trophy at the end.
Whether you’re team building with your work lot, or taking your mates for a bit of healthy competition, it’s a great one to have a go at.
Manchester isn’t exactly short of a pint of places for a pint of Guinness (not sure if you’ve noticed, but we have a LOT of Irish pubs now) – but only three have got the seal of approval from the source themselves. This week, the iconic Irish brewery released its inaugural Harp Guide, singling out just 35 pubs around the country that are serving a worthy pint of the black stuff. From a lively city centre pub to a couple of suburban gems, these are the spots to head if you’re a discerning Guinness fan.
Still need those last-minute Christmas gifts? Planning on hitting the Boxing Day sales?
The Trafford Centre has announced its opening hours over the festive period.
If your idea of a perfect Boxing Day is hitting the shops for a mooch and a bargain-hunt, then you can officially look forward to 12 HOURS of shopping this year as there’s an 8am start on Boxing Day and extra late-night shopping all the way through to 11pm. Here’s everything you need to know👇
Featured Image – Chester Zoo | The Manc Group | Tatton Park
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The best things to do in Greater Manchester this week | 15 – 21 December 2025
Emily Sergeant
Can you believe we’re half way through December now, and a new year will soon be here?
Greater Manchester is looking as seasonal as ever at the moment, with dozens of light trails and Christmas events to be getting involved with, not to mention the iconic Manchester Christmas Markets having kicked off for 2025 too, so there’s loads to do throughout our region this week.
Finding it a bit tricky to pick what to do though? No worries. We’ve chosen a few of the highlights for another edition of our ‘what’s on‘ guide.
Both free things and those that’ll set you back a few pennies are featured.
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Manchester Christmas Markets 2025
Manchester City Centre
Monday 15 – Monday 22 December (some until 4 January 2026)
Manchester Christmas Markets 2025 / Credit: Manchester City Council
This is your last full week to make the most of Manchester Christmas Markets 2025.
The iconic annual event is an absolute staple in Manchester’s festive events calendar, and always draws in thousands of visitors from all across the globe – with hundreds of stalls across several sites now lining the streets of our city this year.
Visitors can tuck into a wide range of festive foods and drinks, and shop for Christmas gifts from countless independent traders.
Find out everything you need to know about Manchester Christmas Markets 2025 here, and check out the full round-up of drinks prices from all the traders here.
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Looking for somewhere a bit quieter but still full of festive spirit? We now have a round-up of the best alternative Christmas markets in and around Greater Manchester.
Manchester Christmas Markets are in full swing, and despite having a new layout this year, they’re kinda the same as always. So if you’re seeking something a bit different for your festive day out, Christmas shopping, or even dinner, there are a few alternative markets to try this winter.
From a brand-new event where street food traders centre around a flaming mulled wine bar, to one of the region’s best-loved weekend markets that now has a festive twist, there’s absolutely loads going on.
East Lancashire Railway’s beloved Santa steam train rides are back for more festive fun this Christmas.
Running right through until Christmas Eve, ELR’s ‘Santa Specials’ are your chance to hop on board an old-school steam train and travel through the magical Irwell Valley to make “enchanted memories” that last a lifetime.
The famous festive steam trains have become an essential part of Christmas for many families in the North West, and there’s still some tickets left available.
What’s a festive season in the city without Skate Manchester?
Back once again for 2025, ready for families, friends, and festive fun seekers to enjoy the sights and sounds of Christmas, Skate Manchester is festive staple in Cathedral Gardens.
Skaters can expect to glide across a gleaming ice path and spin around a dazzling seven-metre Christmas tree taking centre stage in the middle of the rink for another year.
This year, there’s also a giant turbine by Octopus Energy that’s partially-powering the rink too, and you can skate around it while enjoying the ski scene in the globe.
The Grotto has returned to the Trafford Centre for the festive season.
This year, the shopping centre is taking things up a notch too, as The Grotto is described as being a ‘joyful’ and ‘interactive’ adventure where you’ll become part of a magical mission – saving Christmas cheer.
To make the experience accessible to all, specially-tailored Whispering Winter sessions with softer lighting, quieter music, and fewer visitors will create a calm and inclusive environment for every child to enjoy the magic of Christmas.
Manchester City are hosting special Christmas-themed tours of the Etihad Stadium this winter.
Having already been given the nod at Trip Advisor’s Travellers’ Choice ‘Best of the Best’ awards, the club’s Etihad Stadium tours have been given an even better festive upgrade. From walking out the tunnel welcomed to the tune of Christmas carols sang by the Halle Youth Choir and into the dugout, holding their own press conference, as well as a new VR experience, you’ve never quite done a tour like this. Give your fellow City fans a visit to their beloved Blues’ home ground like never before.
Looking to escape the elements and have your mind boggled this winter?
Sounds like a trip to Museum of Illusions is on the cards then.
It’s time to let your competitive side out – get ready to experience the city’s most unique attraction like never before. Race through the vortex, create the best mirror image, and complete the brain gym the fastest to win the dazzling trophy at the end.
Whether you’re team building with your work lot, or taking your mates for a bit of healthy competition, it’s a great one to have a go at.
Believe! The Polar Express Experience has landed in Manchester.
Having taken over Victoria Warehouse, this is an immersive walk-through experience, inspired by the timeless Christmas classic. You’ll be taken through the story in its entirety, stepping into the Polar Express carriage as a passenger and arriving to a festive Northern Lights display at your final destination – the North Pole, of course.
Photo opportunities are available throughout the experience too… yep, even with the big guy himself, so make sure to get snapping.
As a wise someone once said… ‘live, laugh, light trail’.
If there’s one thing we’re not short of in the North West this festive season, it’s light trails or seasonal light-themed events, so we’ve rounded up some of the best for you to visit this week, if you fancy popping down to one.
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Northern Lights
Heaton Park
Monday 15 – Wednesday 31 December
Northern Lights / Credit: Supplied
Heaton Park has been transformed into a glowing world of wonder, as one of the UK’s most celebrated festive light trails has made its Manchester debut.
Already a hit in other major northern cities such as Leeds and Newcastle, Northern Lights – the acclaimed light trail from the team behind established music festivals Kendal Calling and Bluedot – has descended on our city’s largest park, bringing its cinematic visuals, choreographed soundscapes, and festive atmosphere along with it.
A magical illuminated trail has made it returns to the historic Dunham Massey, filling the grounds with twinkling lights and dazzling installations.
Christmas at Dunham Massey has become one of the North West’s most popular festive light trails, created by award-winning light trail producers, and for 2025, there’s a whole host of brand-new installations to see.
Visitors will get to walk through multicoloured landscapes of laser beams, while a projection on the facade of the historic house at Dunham Massey will narrate festive stories.
Land of Lights at Gulliver’s World / Credit: The Manc Group
The magical Land of Lights has returned to Gulliver’s World once again.
After proving to be a huge success the past two years, the one-mile trail showcases a huge array of lanterns and displays, creating a wondrous, wild, and magical atmosphere that’s suitable for all ages, and this year, there’s even some new additions.
The dazzling Lanterns and Light trail has returned to Chester Zoo for the winter.
Over the past couple of years, Lanterns and Light has proved to be such a success that it’s developed into one of the North West’s biggest and longest-running festive light trails, and all profits from the event support the zoo’s charitable mission to prevent wildlife extinction.
The zoo has transformed into a spectacular winter wonderland with colour-changing forests, glowing animals, show-stopping puppets and, brand-new for this year, a host of new immersive installations.
Yuletide at Tatton Park / Credit: Tatton Park / Emma Croman
One of winter’s top events, Yuletide, has returned to Tatton Park’s Gardens.
The magical winter adventure has, once again, brough a glittering light trail and theatrical, immersive performance to the famous beauty spot.
This unique fusion of Christmas light trail and winter family festival is now in its third year, and will debut brand-new features and performances for 2025. As visitors wander the Yuletide event, they’ll be treated to everything from sparkling light installations to impressive fire juggling shows.
Christmas has come early and Santa’s brought us the prettiest present of all this year.
A shiny new Anthropologie store has opened its doors inside a beautiful retail space at Royal Exchange, and it’s stuffed with homeware, fashion, gifts, and loads more.
Across two floors, you’ll find everything from denim to dinnerware, plus delights like martini-shaped handbags, apres ski-inspired glassware, and cosy knitwear – with brands like Damson Madder, TALA, Maeve, Vagabond, and Never Fully Dressed all in store.
It’s time to say Alo to the city’s newest fitness store.
Alo Yoga has finally opened the doors to a gorgeous new shop in the heart of Manchester, kitting us lot out with everything we need to move and stretch from studio to street. There’s everything from comfy joggers and stretchy leggings to essential fitness kit like cushioned yoga mats. The new Alo Yoga store has the perfect attire for your relaxing yoga session, pilates princess sweat sesh, or brunch date.
Our piggy little prayers have been answered – you can finally get your hands on proper British pies at the Manchester Christmas Markets.
You may know that Great North Pie Co have been a staple at the Markets for years, but it’s always been with pies you take home to heat for your tea… not this time though, as this year they’ve got an actual pie and mash bar.
They’re currently serving up their award-winning bakes on a bed of fluffy mashed potato, with lashings of steaming hot onion gravy.
Everybody’s favourite pasta from a cheese wheel is back this year.
Pasta Claus is the Italian themed pop-up serving all the classics. We’re talking the OG carbonara, cacio e pepe, and a pesto burrata number – the options are endless. There’s even thick cut slices of Lasagne too, with layers of beef ragù, bèchamel sauce, and lashings of parm.
If you’re dreaming of a cheesy Christmas, get this one added to your list.
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Is piping hot goulash in a bread bowl more up your street?
When we’re after comfort food, nothing hits the spot quite like a hearty stew or a warm bowl of roasties, right?
Enter Roasties Haus, brought to you by the team behind Drip Haus. We’re talking fluffy roasted tatties piled high with all the festive trimmings, and of course, a big tub of gravy to pour, dip, and devour every last bite.
But wait, they’re not stopping there. These legends are also serving Austrian goulash in a bread bowl, because nothing screams comfort and warmth like a hearty, loaded soup and crusty bread.
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Is your sweet tooth craving tiramisu? Ours certainly is.
These gorgeous little boxes of tiramisu have been going viral on TikTok, so we made a beeline to the Manchester Christmas Markets to grab one for ourselves.
Misu Tiramisu have brought nine different flavours of their handcrafted Italian desserts to Piccadilly Gardens.
You can tuck into flavours including classic, pistachio and lemon, as well as festive flavours like black forest, gingerbread, and orange chocolate, all served in these beautiful little boxes.
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Up for a pint of the Black Stuff?
Manchester isn’t exactly short of a pint of places for a pint of Guinness (not sure if you’ve noticed, but we have a LOT of Irish pubs now) – but only three have got the seal of approval from the source themselves. This week, the iconic Irish brewery released its inaugural Harp Guide, singling out just 35 pubs around the country that are serving a worthy pint of the black stuff. From a lively city centre pub to a couple of suburban gems, these are the spots to head if you’re a discerning Guinness fan.
Emily Sergeant -
13th June 2025 
