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Christmas 2022 bin collection dates in every Greater Manchester borough

Here's everything you need to know.

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant - 22nd December 2022

Councils across Greater Manchester have released information on adjusted bin collections over the festive season, and residents are now being urged to check dates.

With Christmas only a few days away now, and lots of waste undoubtedly set to be generated over the next few weeks, residents across the region will be right to start asking if there are any planned changes to their bin collects during the festive season.

Dates for Christmas bin collections in each Greater Manchester have now been released by all local councils, as well as information and tips for recycling that residents are encouraged to follow.

Here’s the Christmas 2022 bin collection dates in every Greater Manchester borough.

Lots of Christmas waste is undoubtedly set to be generated over the next few weeks / Credit: Flickr

Manchester

This year, Manchester residents’ bins will be emptied one day later than the usual collection date, which means there will be a bin collection on Saturday 31 December, but collection days will return to normal service from 1 January 2023. 

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The new dates are as follows: 

  • Monday 26 December collections move to Tuesday 27 December 
  • Tuesday 27 December collections move to Wednesday 28 December 
  • Wednesday 28 December collections move to Thursday 29 December 
  • Thursday 29 December collections move to Friday 30 December 
  • Friday 30 December collections move to Saturday 31 December  

Manchester City Council is encouraging residents to make “a concerted effort to recycle as much as possible” this year.

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Find more information about Christmas 2022 bin collections in Manchester here.

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Salford

In Salford, the Council has confirmed that residents’ bins will be collected as normal throughout the festive period – including the bank holidays on Boxing Day, Tuesday 27 December, and Monday 2 January 2023.

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Salford City Council is also reminding residents recycle wrapping paper, tinfoil, bottles, cans, Christmas trees, and left-over food.

Find more information about Christmas 2022 bin collections in Salford here.

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Bolton

Residents in Bolton are being reminded that there will be some changes to refuse and recycling collections over the festive period.

Bolton Council has confirmed grey bins will be collected on Tuesday 27 and Wednesday 28 December, but there will be no collection of food waste containers or green bins between Monday 26 and Friday 30 December.

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Beige and burgundy bins will be collected from Wednesday 28 December to Friday 30 December.

Find more information about Christmas 2022 bin collections in Bolton here.

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Bury

Bin collection crews in Bury will be working on weekdays throughout the festive season, with Bury Council assuring residents that it will do “everything possible to keep collections on track”.

There will be no change to grey, blue, and green bin collections throughout the festive season and residents should continue to put their bins out by 7am on their usual collection day, however, brown bin collections are to be paused for two weeks from Boxing Day (26 December 2022 – 6 January 2023).

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The Council is asking residents to still recycle food waste in their brown bins, either inside a compostable liner or loose inside the bin. 

Find more information about Christmas 2022 bin collections in Bury here.

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Oldham

Oldham Council has released adjusted bin collection dates for 2022, and is asking all Oldham residents “share this information with your neighbours”.

If residents’ waste and recycling bins are due to be emptied on Boxing Day, then they will need to put them out for collection two days earlier on Christmas Eve (Saturday 24 December), with green bins and food caddies being the exception as they will be collected on Monday 2 January 2023.

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Collections on Monday 2 January 2023 will take place as normal.

Find more information about Christmas 2022 bin collections in Oldham here.

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Rochdale

Rochdale Council has confirmed there are no planned changes to the waste collections in Rochdale over the Christmas period and all collection rounds remain in place.

Find more information about Christmas 2022 bin collections in Rochdale here.

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Stockport

Stockport Council is asking residents to check its website for information on collection days as there are a handful of changes over the festive season.

There are no refuse collections on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day, and Councillors are also reminding residents that there will be no green bin or food caddy collections from week commencing Monday 26 December 2022, as they will start again from Monday 2 January 2023.

Find more information about Christmas 2022 bin collections in Stockport here.

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Tameside

Tameside bin crews will continue to work hard over the festive season, the Council has informed residents that collection days will change for some households in the borough.

There will be no brown bin collections at all across the borough from Boxing Day until Friday 6 January 2023, so anyone due a collection on the bank holidays – Monday, 26 December (Boxing Day), Tuesday 27 December, or Monday 2 January – should check the list below for their new date.

All other collections run as normal.

Find more information about Christmas 2022 bin collections in Tameside here.

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Trafford

Trafford Council has said there are set to be a number of changes to bin collections from Boxing Day (Monday 26 December), as they will take place a day later than normal.

Collections due to be made on Monday 26 December will now move to Tuesday 27 December, then Tuesday 27 December collections will move to Wednesday 28 December, and so on from there – with collection days set to return to normal from 2 January 2023.

Trafford residents are asked put their bins 6:30am on the new collection day.

Find more information about Christmas 2022 bin collections in Trafford here.

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Wigan

In Wigan, the Council has confirmed that blue, brow, and black bin collection days will stay the same over the festive season, but green bin collections will be suspended between Boxing Day (Monday 26 December) until Friday 6 January 2023.

Find more information about Christmas 2022 bin collections in Wigan here.

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The best things to do in Greater Manchester this week | 6 – 12 February 2023

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant

February is already off to a great start in Greater Manchester, and it’s set to get even better this week.

As a new month gets underway, the events calendar soon becomes filled with all sorts of different activities to be getting up to this week, so once again, we’ve cherry-picked a few of the best bits for another edition of our ‘what’s on‘ guide.

As always, some of the events we’re going to mention are completely free, while others will set you back a few pounds, and many will need to be booked in advance.

Here’s our top picks.

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Fancy catching all the February deals, discounts, and offers in Manchester’s cafes, bars, and restaurants?

Quite a few of the city’s bars and cafes have decided to extend their 50% off food deals from January into February, and we’re absolutely chuffed to see it.

Beyond that, there are some awesome set menus, lunch deals and general discounts going around – not to mention quite a lot of Valentine’s deals to take up if you’re looking to celebrate Cupid’s holiday with someone special this month.

February dining deals in Manchester / Credit: Cane and Grain | The Firehouse | The Mews

If you’re looking for somewhere to grab a bite this week, we’ve rounded up some of the best Manchester February restaurant deals to take advantage of in 2023.

You can read our list here.

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Generations: Portraits of Holocaust Survivors

IWM North

Monday 6 February – onwards

Generations: Portraits of Holocaust Survivors / Credit: IWM North

Never-before-seen portraits of local Holocaust survivors have gone on display at the Imperial War Museum (IWM) North in Manchester.

The new photography exhibition has opened to mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2023.

Following its successful inaugural run at IWM London back in 2021, the exhibition – which is titled Generations: Portraits of Holocaust Survivors – features 60 contemporary portraits of
Holocaust survivors and their families, alongside four new photographs taken by The Royal Photographic Society (RPS) President and Chair of Trustees, Simon Hill.

Find out more here.

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Mamma Mia!

Opera House Manchester

Monday 6 – Saturday 11 February

Mamma Mia! / Credit: ATG Tickets

Mamma Mia! has taken over the Opera House Manchester until this Saturday 11 February.

Fancy grabbing tickets to see the world’s sunniest and most exhilarating smash-hit musical? Making a much-anticipated return to our city, fans of the popular films will know Mamma Mia! is set on a Greek island paradise, and cleverly tells a story of love, friendship, and identity through the timeless songs of Swedish pop group ABBA.

Sophie’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings her mother face to face with three men from her distant romantic past on the eve of a wedding they’ll never forget.

Find out more and grab last minute tickets here.

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Winter at the Science and Industry Museum

Science and Industry Museum

Monday 6 February – onwards

Winter at the Science and Industry Museum / Credit: Science Museum Group

Exhibitions that explore the power of music, and give you the chance to try out an interactive “hands on” gaming experience are just some of the activities on offer at the Science and Industry Museum this winter.

The award-winning museum is invites people to discover 250 years of innovations and ideas that started life in Manchester and went on to change the world. Standout exhibition, Turn It Up: The power of music, is a world-first event giving those curious the chance to explore the science of music’s mysterious hold over us through a series of “immersive musical experiences and interactive activities” at a specially-commissioned ‘musical playground’.

There’s also still time to head on down and check out the stand-out interactive gaming experience, Power UP, and so much more.

Find out more about what’s on at the Science and Industry Museum here.

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PUSH Festival 2023

HOME MCR

Monday 6 – Saturday 18 February

PUSH Festival 2023 / Credit: HOME MCR

PUSH Festival has returned for HOME MCR’s annual celebration of North West creative talent.

HOME’s stages, screens, and spaces are being dedicated to showcasing fantastic works from around the region, as well as offering opportunities for creatives to meet industry professionals, share ideas and inspiration, and develop their skills.

This year’s festival is showcasing newly-commissioned works across a range of art forms, including theatre, digital work, visual arts, and cinema.

The festival also includes a series of workshops and other artist development opportunities.

Find out more and grab tickets here.

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From Moss Side to Marseille: The Art of Michael Browne and Eric Cantona

National Football Museum

Monday 6 February – onwards

Eric Cantona Michael Brown exhibition National Football Museum
From Moss Side to Marseille: The Art of Michael Browne and Eric Cantona / Credit: National Football Museum

Manchester United legend Eric Cantona has set up a special sport-based art exhibition in the National Football Museum.

Spotlighting work by fine artist Michael Browne, who created a series of pieces exploring the relationship between sport, art and modern society, the new exhibition titled ‘From Moss Side to Marseille’ covers everything from “human rights, equality, injustice, the impact of power and elevations to a godlike status.”

The exhibition was commissioned by the Frenchman with the aim of celebrating influenced sporting heroes who used their positions to advocate for social change, even in the face of great personal cost.

Find out more here.

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LGBTQIA+ History Month with Cheddar Gorgeous

Kimpton Clocktower Hotel & Refuge

Monday 6 February – onwards

LGBTQIA+ History Month with Cheddar Gorgeous / Credit: Supplied

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK star Cheddar Gorgeous’ iconic Pink Triangle outfit is on show at Refuge throughout LGBTQIA+ History Month.

Cheddar Gorgeous was applauded for the powerful HIV conversation in the werkroom of Drag Race UK and used the runway to showcase their activism with the bodysuit embellished with pink triangles.

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Kimpton Clocktower Hotel and Refuge is also raising funds for its charity partner George House Trust throughout February with an outfit-inspired special cocktail called the ‘Pink Triangle’ – with a donation of 50% from each drink purchased going to the charity.

Find out more here.

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Cocktails ‘n’ Canvas

Corn Exchange Manchester

Tuesday 7 February

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Cocktails ‘n’ Canvas / Credit: Corn Exchange Manchester

Cocktails ‘n’ Canvas is hosting a painting party at Vapiano in the Corn Exchange Manchester this week.

Don’t worry if you aren’t too artistic, as the artist will guide you step-by-step through painting your very own Oscar the Ostrich.

An ideal event for beginners and artists alike, and led by the amazing Cocktails ‘n’ Canvas team who will give you as much or as little guidance as needed, he aim is to have fun and leave with your very own piece of art to gift or keep for yourself.

Find out more and grab tickets here.

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Neapolitan Pizza Workshop with Gatto Pizza

GRUB MCR

Thursday 9 February

Neapolitan Pizza Workshop / Credit: GRUB MCR

It’s National Pizza Day this Thursday, so the amazing Gatto Pizza will be leading an informative workshop to show you how to make a beautiful authentic Neapolitan pizza in a relaxed and fun environment down at GRUB.

In this session, Gatto Pizza will guide groups through their ingredients and processes for making the perfect Neapolitan pizza, and you’ll learn to stretch and top your own pizza, and will be given a recipe card to take home.

Each ticket includes all the ingredients to make a pizza to stay and eat at GRUB.

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Find out more and grab tickets here.

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Manchester 360º: The Shapeshifters, Kirollus & Supernature Disco

Manchester Cathedral

Friday 10 February

Manchester 360º: The Shapeshifters / Credit: JBM Music

Ever wondered what it’s like to dance the night away inside one of Manchester city centre’s most historic buildings?

Well, there’s no need to wonder any longer, as the latest event in JBM Music – the team behind popular city centre venue, Joshua Brooks – and Fever’s newly-launched Manchester 360º series sees the “epic electronic disco” return to Manchester Cathedral once again by popular demand for one night only this Friday.

Top global DJs The Shapeshifters are headlining the event, with both Kirollus and Supernature Disco also gracing the decks on the night as support.

Find out more and grab tickets here.

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The Hip Hop Orchestra Brunch

The Blues Kitchen

Saturday 11 February

The Hip Hop Orchestra Brunch / Credit: The Blues Kitchen

The Hip Hop Orchestra will serve up a mouth-watering combination of hip hop nostalgia, chart-topping R&B goodness, badass BBQ, and luscious liquor at the ultimate bottomless brunch party.

Running every Saturday at The Blues Kitchen in Manchester, you can expect live versions of your favourite tracks.

A range of tasty dishes will be served up, including burgers, fried chicken, and a handful of veggie and vegan options, and then for those really looking to get the party started, there’s an option to add bottomless booze to your ticket – with rum and prosecco for 90-minutes.

Find out more and grab tickets for £25 here.

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Six Nations Official Guinness Fan Zone

Escape to Freight Island

Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 February

Six Nations fan zone Manchester
Guinness Fanzone / Credit: Supplied

One of the biggest Guinness Fan Zones in the UK has arrived in Manchester city centre for the Six Nations, and the best part of all is, it’s absolutely free.

With the beloved rugby union tournament having kicked off on Saturday 4 February and running up until Saturday 18 March, Guinness have brought their popular fan zone to our lovely city – which is the biggest one outside of London – and have popped up at Escape to Freight Island just round the corner from Piccadilly Station.

The space has been transformed into a dedicated area for rugby lovers to watch the match, enjoy a fresh pint of ice-cold Guinness, and get involved with a whole host of other festivities.

Find out more and grab tickets here.

You can also read our round-up of all the best places to watch the Six Nations in Manchester here.

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All the Michelin recommended restaurants in Greater Manchester

Georgina Pellant Georgina Pellant

Here in Manchester, we’re truly spoilt for great places to eat out. The city boasts some brilliant restaurants, as do the outer boroughs if you’re willing to travel a bit further afield.

To make it onto a Michelin recommended list, though, is something else. Only sixteen restaurants in Greater Manchester are currently featured in the prestigious guide, and only one of those has a Michelin star – the currently beleaguered Mana in Ancoats.

All sixteen have their own individual quirks. From tapas to modern fine dining, classic French cooking to surprise menus foraged from whatever the team find that day, the list celebrates a range of different cooking styles and dining settings.

Keep reading to discover the full list of Michelin recommended restaurants in Greater Manchester.

Mana

What the guide says: “The personality of chef-owner Simon Martin shines brightly at this stylish, modern restaurant in the lively Ancoats area of Manchester, where every one of the well-spaced tables has a view of the kitchen.

“The same fixed price, surprise multi-course menu is now served at both lunch and dinner, and the emphasis is on seafood because, as Simon puts it, “we live on an island”. While most of the produce is British, dishes incorporate influences from Simon’s travels and experiences, most notably Japanese and Nordic.

“Powerful flavours are the chef’s hallmark, and the sophisticated, modern dishes are precisely crafted, original and well-balanced. Each dish has a thoughtfully chosen wine to complement it, the ambience is calm and unhurried, and the bright young team are enthusiastic and refreshingly free from pomp.”

Image: Mana

Erst

What the guide says: “A modern, industrial-style wine bar run by a group of friends, laid-back Erst offers something refreshingly different in the city. It specialises in natural, low-intervention wines – many of which you can buy to take home – accompanied by a selection of flavoursome small plates.”

Image: Erst

Adam Reid at The French

What the guide says: “An intimate hotel restaurant created in the Belle Époque age and brought up-to-date with a moody colour scheme, striking chandeliers and booths down the centre of the room. Boldly flavoured modern dishes focus on one main ingredient and the chefs present and explain the dishes themselves. Desserts are playful.”

Image: The French

Read more: L’Enclume becomes the first restaurant in the north to win three Michelin stars

Canto

What the guide says: “Grab a seat at the counter to watch the chef’s hard at work preparing a mix of vibrant Spanish and Portuguese small plates. The fish dishes are the best, along with the delicious Portuguese custard tarts. The room has a fun, industrial feel and is decorated with traditional blue tiles.”

The Sparrows

What the guide says:

“Nestled under the railway arches in Manchester’s Green Quarter is a restaurant whose name is (almost) the English translation of the word ‘spätzle’ – which gives some clue as to the style of food on offer here.

“The dumplings and assorted pasta dishes are all made in-house and include excellent pierogi. The focus on Eastern Europe carries through to the wine list, which has a leaning towards Polish wines.”

Image: The Manc Eats
Image: The Manc Eats

The White Hart at Lydgate

What the guide says: “This 18C stone pub on the moor is a place that constantly evolves. It’s usually busy but the staff have everything under control and there are comfy bedrooms for those wishing to stay. Dining takes place in the cosy Tap Room or smart brasserie; the appealing menu has a British heart and global influences.”

Image: The White Hart
Image: The White Hart

El Gato Negro

What the guide says: “The buzzy ‘Black Cat’ sits in a pedestrianised street. The ground floor houses a bar, the first floor plays host to an industrial-style dining room and the top floor is home to a private events space with a retractable roof. Appealing tapas dishes include meats from the Josper grill.”

Image: El Gato Negro
Image: El Gato Negro

OSMA

What the guide says: “Located in the city’s northern suburbs, OSMA is a nod to the owners’ birthplaces – OSlo and MAnchester. Breakfast, salads and open sandwiches are replaced in the evening by tempting small plates. The stylish room comes with an open kitchen, a communal island table and smart curved banquettes.”

Image: OSMA
Tuna loin torched and dressed in jalapeño with radicchio and spring onion. / Image: OSMA

63 Degrees

What the guide says: “The bustling Northern Quarter is home to this family-run restaurant. The experienced owner-chef hails from France and his classic dishes are cooked with pride and passion using both local and imported French produce. The set lunch represents good value.”

Image: 63 Degrees
Image: 63 Degrees

Tast

What the guide says: “Tast is housed on the first two floors of this three-storey operation; ask for a seat on the lower level to watch the chefs behind the counter. Uncomplicated Catalan dishes are executed to a high level and are tasty and satisfying. A set menu is served in top floor Enxaneta Tast.”

Image: Tast
Image: Tast

Where The Light Gets In, Stockport

What the guide says: “This large, loft-style restaurant is located on the top floor of a Victorian coffee warehouse and its open kitchen forms part of the room. The surprise menu is formed from whatever they have foraged that day and beasts are brought in whole and fully utilised. Matching wine flights focus on natural wines.”

Image: A Restaurant Where The Light Gets In

Saddleback X Tamworth gammon, preserved celeriac and 100 days of apple paste / Image: A Restaurant Where The Light Gets In

The Perfect Match, Sale

What the guide says: “At this simple, honest little bistro you’ll find Jacinda in the kitchen creating tasty, well-crafted dishes from across Europe, while Andrea picks out the perfect match for each dish from the wine list. Andrea’s family make Prosecco back in Italy and some of their wines are here to try.”

The Perfect Match, Sale
The Perfect Match, Sale

Habas

What the guide says: “From the same owners as Canto and El Gato Negro comes Habas, which occupies the old wine cellars of the magnificent former Manchester Club building. Small sharing plates are guided by the Middle East, with a few hints of the Mediterranean. The eye-catching décor has a rustic, slightly retro style.”

Image; Habas
Image: Habas

White Hart Inn, Oldham

What the guide says: “Never one to stand still, this 18C stone pub on the moor is constantly evolving. It’s a busy place but the staff have it all under control and there are comfy bedrooms for those wishing to stay. Dining takes place in a large rear room; the appealing menu has a British heart and global influences.”

Image: White Hart Lydgate
Image: White Hart Lydgate

Borage, Bowden

What the guide says: “British and Polish flavours combine at this friendly neighbourhood restaurant located in a pleasant village. Well-presented, colourful modern dishes reflect the seasons and are full of flavour. The homemade breads are a highlight, as is the chocolate mousse.”

Image: Borage, Bowden

Levanter, Ramsbottom

What the guide says: “Joe has a passion for all things Spanish – he’s even a trained flamenco guitarist – so, unsurprisingly, his sweet little tapas bar has an authentic feel. The menu is dictated by market produce; be sure to try some of the freshly sliced Iberico ham. He also owns the nearby Basque-style Baratxuri pintxo bar.”

Image: Levanter
Image: Levanter

Another Hand

What the guide says: “A café by day, this 24-seater space morphs into a restaurant by night, offering an appealing array of sharing plates which champion produce from local, ethical growers.

“The eye-catching dishes are served one at a time and their flavours are punchy and pronounced. Craft beers and low intervention wines accompany. Service is bubbly and the atmosphere, buzzing.”

Feature image – Mana

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