The first-ever Manchester Women’s derby at Old Trafford is looming and as both United and City prepare for their biggest game of the season yet, they are staring down a pair of potential Women’s Super League record breaks.
Not only are the women’s derbies being held at both the Theatre of Dreams and the Etihad for the first time in history, but with over 40,000 tickets sold by the home team already, Manchester United Women could soon break not one but two WSL attendance records.
And you can help them over the line by buying a ticket HERE, with super affordable prices.
As if that wasn’t enough, with less than a week to go until the massive Manchester fixture and City’s away support numbers still yet to be added on, it is very possible that they could beat the all-time best attendance record for a women’s league game — and you can help them smash by simply going to watch one of the biggest Manc sporting events of the year.
While the confirmed numbers are already set to make this the largest crowd in the history of United Women’s games, the WSL record for the highest attendance belongs to Arsenal, who saw 54,115 fans watch their home defeat against Liverpool this past October.
That being said, since there are not only points on the line but pride, office bragging rights come Monday and plenty more at stake for both teams this weekend — as is always the case with the Manchester derby — there is a very strong chance that the two teams could break that record too.
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Let’s not forget that Old Trafford still boasts a capacity of nearly 75,000, the largest of any football stadium in the UK, and there isn’t another city in the country that does football better than Manchester.
Both Man United and Man City are at the forefront of what is truly a special moment for the women’s game and sport in general right now, and you can be part of the story by getting your colours on for derby day.
The best part is, no matter how big both teams are getting, the tickets are still super affordable, with adult admission only £15 and those under 16s or over 65 able to come along for just £7.50.
You can grab yours HERE and we hope to see you there!
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Sensory-friendly Northern Lights to illuminate Printworks’ digital ceiling to mark Neurodiversity Celebration Week
Emily Sergeant
This week marks the start of Neurodiversity Celebration Week.
Approximately 15-20% of the population has a neurological difference, according to the most recent statistics, and Neurodiversity Celebration Week (16-20 March 2026) highlighting the importance of championing, raising awareness of, and accommodating neurodiverse people.
And Printworks is marking the occasion in its own special way, with a series of new initiatives designed to create a more ‘inclusive’ and ‘sensory-friendly’ environment.
You may already know that the popular indoor entertainment complex in the heart of Manchester city centre is home to more than a dozen bars, restaurants, and leisure activities – including one of the largest IMAX screens on the continent – and Europe’s largest digital ceiling too, of course, but this week’s experience is unlike anything the venue has welcomed before.
Throughout the week, Printworks will be transforming its digital ceiling with calming Northern Lights and constellations which have been specifically designed to create a relaxed, sensory-friendly atmosphere for visitors with additional sensory needs.
Northern Lights to illuminate Printworks’ digital ceiling to mark Neurodiversity Celebration Week / Credit: Supplied
As part of a long-term commitment to accessibility and inclusivity, Printworks is also introducing a weekly sensory-friendly hour every Sunday too, where lighting throughout the venue will be dimmed, and music and SFX volumes reduced for a reduced-stimulus environment.
200 free sensory packs – which can be collected at Vue cinema – with a pair of ear defenders and sensory-friendly toys, designed to support visitors who may benefit from sensory tools while enjoying the venue, are also on offer throughout the course of the week.
On top of this, there’s also a range of autism-friendly cinema screenings taking place on the last Sunday of every month at 10:30am.
An additional autism-friendly screening will be taking place with a showing of Hoppers this Sunday 22 March at 10:30am, with tickets now available from Vue’s website.
“Neurodiversity Celebration Week is an important time for brands and venues to recognise and support the diverse ways visitors and audiences experience the world,” commented Dan Davis, who is the General Manager at Printworks.
“We endeavour to ensure that all visitors feel comfortable and welcome when spending time at Printworks.”
Find out more about Neurodiversity Celebration Week on Printworks’ website here.
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Lovely last-minute Mother’s Day ideas from Selfridges in Manchester
The Manc
Mother’s Day is this Sunday – and if those words have just sent you into a blind panic, just take a breath and head straight across to Selfridges.
The huge department store has come up with all sorts of things that make for perfect last-minute gifts and experiences.
That includes a carefully curated selection of gifts available in-store, plus a very special Morning With Mum beauty workshop so you can spend some quality time together on Mother’s Day.
Selfridges can be your one-stop shop for the big day.
In both Exchange Square and Trafford Centre stores, you can pick up lovely gifts like feast-filled hampers, fabulous accessories, luxury chocolates, candles, and even cards.
As always, there are gifts you can have personalised in-store for a sentimental present for the mother figure in your life.
If you’re really stuck, you can pop along to the Beauty Concierge and book her an experience.
And over in Selfridges Exchange Square, you can pick up a beautiful fresh bouquet from The Royal Exchange Florists.
Selfridges has loads of last-minute Mother’s Day ideas
There’s rarely a gift more precious than quality time together, which is why Selfridges will be hosting a special Mother’s Day floor-wide beauty event on Saturday 14 March.
Ticket-holders will receive expert beauty advice from your favourite brands, while enjoying complimentary drinks and sweet treats.
There’ll also be plus exclusive gifts with purchase available, and giveaways on the day, and you can redeem the £20 ticket price against products purchased on the day.
You can even grab an artist print for mum at the vending machine.
Tickets for the Morning With Mum beauty workshop are on sale HERE.
You could also share a moment over a glass of champagne at San Carlo in both locations, or grab a sweet treat from the bakery in the Trafford Centre store.
Danny Jones -
16th November 2023 
