independent businesses

23rd January 2025

Celebrate the Manchester music scene with the return of Independent Venue Week

A deeply important annual event....

30th December 2024

Stockport institution Yu & Me announces closure after 30+ years

'What will I do without Yu?'...

21st November 2024

This Manchester suburb has just been named one of the UK’s ‘happiest’ places to live in 2024

Should have been even further up the list if you ask us....

13th November 2024

The Pop Up Club – pop-up shop for independent retailers to return to Manchester this weekend

It’s time to shop till you drop. ...

8th November 2024

10 food and drink highlights from the Manchester Christmas Markets 2024

In a word, NOM!...

29th October 2024

5 hidden gems in Manchester’s quirkiest shopping district, Pollard Yard

*Regina George voice* Get in loser we're going shopping!...

23rd October 2024

There’s a ‘Brat’ themed Halloween party coming to Manchester

Brat summer, more like Brat Halloween....

11th September 2024

Church Street Markets prepare for final few days of service ahead of closure this weekend

Another deeply saddening city centre closure....

9th July 2024

Popular city centre Chinese restaurant Yum Cha to open in Altrincham

Another exciting new addition to the Stamford Quarter....