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Peter Kay announces final Manchester show on historic run – with all profits going to cancer charities

Daisy Jackson

Peter Kay has announced some final arena shows, including one in Manchester, and he’s donating all profits to cancer charities.

The Bolton-born comedy legend will be playing one more night at the AO Arena as well as extra dates at The O2 in London, The First Direct Arena in Leeds, and plenty more.

What sets these arena shows apart from his record-breaking run, which has seen him sell out arenas for four years now, is that all the profits will be going straight to charity.

Peter Kay has pledged that ‘every single penny’ from his final dates will be going to 12 leading cancer charities.

These will include Children With Cancer UK, the Teenage Cancer Trust, plus charities dedicated to 10 different types of adult cancer.

Peter Kay holds the record as the only artist in the world to have performed a monthly residency at the O2, and has performed more than 100 shows on this tour in his hometown, at the AO Arena in Manchester.

The star made the announcement on BBC’s The One Show this evening.

Speaking of the announcement, he said: “It’s been the greatest privilege of my life to perform for audiences up and down the country.

“I’ve been completely overwhelmed by the support over the years, and it feels right to give something back. Every single penny of profit from these final shows will go to help fight cancer and support those affected.

“Unfortunately, just about everyone knows someone who’s been affected by one of the cancers on that list.

“I really hope people can get behind this – come out, have a great night, share a few laughs, and do something good for charity at the same time. It’s a win–win.

“You don’t even have to like me – raising money for these twelve charities goes far beyond that. Together, we really can make a difference.”

Peter Kay will perform one more night at the AO Arena Manchester on Saturday 8 August 2026.

Tickets will go on sale from 10am on Sunday 30 November HERE.

The cancer charities Peter Kay will donate his final profits to are:

• Children With Cancer UK
• Teenage Cancer Trust
• Kidney Cancer UK
• Blood Cancer UK
• Bowel Cancer UK
• Prostate Cancer UK
• DKMS
• Ovarian Cancer Action
• Pancreatic Cancer UK
• Anthony Nolan
• The Brain Tumour Charity
• Breast Cancer UK

Peter Kay final show dates in full

• Newcastle – Utilita Arena – Sunday 8 March
• Nottingham – Motorpoint Arena – Friday 20 March
• Glasgow – OVO Hydro – Friday 3 April
• Dublin – 3 Arena – Thursday 16 April
• Birmingham – Utilita Arena – Friday 1 May
• Belfast – SSE Arena – Thursday 4 June
• Liverpool – M&S Bank Arena – Friday 19 June
• Sheffield – Utilita Arena – Saturday 20 June
• Leeds – First Direct Bank Arena – Friday 24 July
• London – The O2 – Friday 7 August
• Manchester – AO Arena – Saturday 8 August

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Inside The Head of Steam as huge new pub opens in Northern Quarter

Daisy Jackson

The Northern Quarter has a brand-new pub, as The Head of Steam moves into the city centre.

The craft beer brand has taken over what was formerly Cottonopolis (and then briefly the Lamb of Tartary), completely transforming the historic Grade II-listed space.

The Head of Steam has added a huge central bar into the building, surrounded by cosy booths and bar tables, plus six screens showing live sports.

There’s augmented reality darts and a photo booth, plus a VAST range of beers behind the bar, all packed into this 2,800 sq ft space in the heart of the city.

Expect 30 lines (24 keg and 6 cask) of beers, including The Head Of Steam’s own British-brewed range and an extensive selection of Belgian favourites.

And on the food menu, you’ll find USA-style smash burgers and a gigantic sharing platter of sides, from Salford street food favourite That Burger Place – previously named among the top burger joints in the UK.

To celebrate its launch – and to kick off its arrival into the city centre in style – The Head of Steam will be giving away 1,995 free pints.

Craft beer fans will have the chance of winning a free pint of the Head of Steam’s own IPA, Lager, or Gold.

If beer’s not your thing, there’s also a cocktail menu, premium spirits range, and wine list – plus the option to order a beer or wine flight for the beer-curious.

The Head of Steam is set to open later this week, its 16th venue nationwide and second in Greater Manchester.

David Scott, Retail Director at The Head of Steam, said: “We’re incredibly proud to confirm our opening date in the Northern Quarter – it’s one of the most vibrant areas in Manchester and the perfect place to bring our craft beer community together.

“With some fantastic West Coast beers on offer, partnering with That Burger Place, a food brand who share that love for bold West Coast flavours, just made perfect sense.”

Ryan McDermott, Co-Owner of That Burger Place, added: “We’ve always loved The Head of Steam brand. I grew up in pubs as my parents ran several sites, so hospitality has always been in my blood.

“When the opportunity came to bring That Burger Place into The Head of Steam, it was a no-brainer. Working with the team feels like a perfect match, and we can’t wait to share our burgers with Manchester city centre for the first time.”

To sign up for a chance to claim a free pint when The Head Of Steam opens in the Northern Quarter on Friday 28 November, head HERE.

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