There’s a new cocktail trail in Manchester that’s all about vodka cocktails – perfect for all the non-beer drinkers who always get dragged to the pub.
Icelandic spirits brand Reyka Vodka has popped up in bars across the city that are all serving its delicious vodka, picking out the perfect serve in each.
The trail includes proper pubs with amazing rooftop terraces and gorgeous hotel bars in the city centre.
And while Reyka Vodka is now popping up in bars across Manchester, its roots are firmly planted in Iceland.
It’s made with glacier water, in a distillery that’s powered by geo-thermal energy from volcanoes. They even filter the spirit through volcanic lava rock.
The brand was also behind the recent Fire and Ice Oasis at The Oast House, where people were plunging into ice baths to try and win a trip to Iceland.
They aim to make the world more like Iceland through their values, characteristics and rich story.
Here are some of the bars around Manchester where you can try a Reyka Vodka cocktail
The Deansgate
Where to find Reyka Vodka in Manchester – The DeansgateWhere to find Reyka Vodka in Manchester – The Deansgate
This brilliant pub has recently been refurbished and brought back to life.
Its big selling point has to be its rooftop terrace, with amazing views of the city skyline.
Our drink of choice here? Keep it classic with a vodka lemonade in the sunshine.
Gotham Hotel
Where to find Reyka Vodka in Manchester – Hotel GothamWhere to find Reyka Vodka in Manchester – Hotel Gotham
One of Manchester’s most iconic buildings, at the top of King Street, is home to the five-star Gotham Hotel.
And it’s also home to Reyka Vodka, and an incredible espresso martini.
We sipped ours up on the rooftop, with another great view of the city.
King Street Townhouse
Where to find Reyka Vodka in Manchester – King Street TownhouseWhere to find Reyka Vodka in Manchester – King Street Townhouse
Fruity cocktail fans will fall in love with the strawberry martini at King Street Townhouse, made with Reyka Vodka.
And kicking back in the ground floor restaurant and bar space of this beautiful boutique hotel is absolute bliss.
If you fancy trying out their Icelandic cocktail range, head on over to these spots and give Reyka vodka a go yourselves.
Reyka Vodka is 18+. Please drink responsibly.
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Scare City returns to abandoned North West theme park for another year of terror this Halloween
Emily Sergeant
Scare City will be back in the North West once again this Halloween with its spine-chilling immersive horror experience.
After having firmly cemented itself as the region‘s favourite horror event for the past five years running, Scare City has announced that it’s getting ready for ‘another year of terror’ over in Lancashire, and although it may be the middle of summer right now and spooky season is some time off, tickets are currently on sale.
One summer is over, the nights draw in, and the temperatures begin to drop, Scare City will be taking over the grounds of the abandoned Camelot Theme Park once again from this September, just as it has done for the past four years following the success of its initial 2020 launch as a drive-in cinema.
This year’s event is set to feature a selection of terrifying zones.
Scare City returns to an abandoned North West theme park for another year of terror this Halloween / Credit: Jason Roberts (Supplied)
The abandoned theme park will be transformed into a sprawling post-apocalyptic nightmare, featuring new immersive experiences.
Some of the new zones include desolate woodland ‘The Hollow’, and the ‘Puppet Master’, a toy maker’s workshop where innocent toys hide deep dark secrets, as well as the return of a number of familiar spooky spots like ‘The Slaughter House’ and ‘Carnivalley’.
The frightening Abyss is also set to return as ‘Abyss 2.0′, where thrill-seekers’ bravery will be put to the test in claustrophobic darkness, all while they’re unsure of what, or who, might be within reach.
Don’t worry though, if you need a bit of a break from all the terror, then once you’ve made it halfway around the attraction, you’ll arrive at the aptly-named the ‘Resurrection Zone’, so you can take a moment to fuel up on the feast of food and drink freshly-prepared by on-site vendors, all ready for the second half of the harrowing Halloween spectacular.
Scare City 2025 will take over Camelot Theme Park, in Charnock Richard near Chorley in Lancashire, from Thursday 25 September and run until mid-November.
Tickets are now available to book at £29.50 for standard entry, or £44.50 for the ‘Gold Entry’ (both plus a booking fee), which allows you to fast-track queues at the main entrance and at all zones, if you just can’t wait any longer to be scared.
Get your hands on tickets via the Scare City website here.
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Manchester Arndale is hosting FREE workshops to help you ‘rework, restyle, and recycle’ your wardrobe
Emily Sergeant
Is your wardrobe feeling a little bland? Need to make some changes, but your bank account isn’t quite on the same wavelength? This event is here to help.
Those looking for some new ways to get creative with their style and put a spin on the clothes they already have are invited to head down to Manchester Arndale this weekend, as the Reimagine Your Fashion event is set to be a fun hands-on weekend celebrating personal style, smart choices, and sustainable ideas.
Whether you’re into upcycling, love yourself a styling session, or you just fancy doing something different in the city this summer, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into this weekend.
You can expect creative workshops, curated fashion rails, live styling tips, and a chance to give your pre-loved clothes a second life.
Oh, and did we mention it’s all free to take part in? Perfect.
There’s a collection of free ‘REWORK’ workshops taking place over the two-day event on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 July, where you can learn how to turn old into gold – from patchwork denim makeovers, to scrunchie making, custom tote design, and loads more.
There’s no need to be a sewing pro either, as the workshops are beginner-friendly and designed to be relaxed and creative with all tools provided, so all you have to do is bring along the clothing items you want to upcycle.
Manchester Arndale is hosting free workshops to help you ‘rework, restyle, and recycle’ your wardrobe this weekend / Credit: Priscilla Du Preez | Ashley Diane Worsham (via Unsplash)
At the ‘RESTYLE’ sessions, Rosie, who is the stylist behind Manchester Arndale’s summer campaign, will break down this season’s biggest trends and show you how to style what’s in store now, as well as being on-hand for styling tips and outfit advice.
And finally, there’ll also be a ‘RECYCLE’ station and drop-off point where you pass on your clean pre-loved clothes to two brilliant local charities doing vital work right here in Manchester – MASH, which supports women involved in sex work and those facing homelessness or gender-based violence, and Mustard Tree which works to tackle poverty across Greater Manchester.
“Your clothes could be someone else’s fresh start,” a spokesperson for Manchester Arndale said ahead of the event.
Reimagine Your Fashion is taking place at Exchange Court in Manchester Arndale on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 July running from 12pm, and you can find out more information and the times of the free workshops online here.
Daisy Jackson -
11th October 2023 
