How often do you actually stop and take a look around to fully appreciate what Manchester city centre has to offer?
Our guess is probably not enough.
Manchester is a city steeped in culture, and the impressive architecture and an ever-changing skyline is part of what makes it so great, but its just that we don’t often acknowledge this on a daily basis.
The hustle and bustle of city life can tend to leave us neglecting to glance at what’s around us, but now that the world has had to adopt a much slower approach to living amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, there really couldn’t be a better time to appreciate the things that would usually go unnoticed in Manchester.
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If you’re looking to view the city from a completely new perspective, then there is currently an unmissable offer for a 50-Mile Helicopter Tour of Manchester on ‘experience days’ gifting website BuyAGift.com.
Whether a tourist, or you’ve lived here your whole life – you’re guaranteed to see the city like never before.
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This extensive tour invites you to “sit back and delight in breath-taking views over the city”.
According to the description on the BuyAGift.com website, the tour will take you across to see some of city’s most famous sites such as the Old Trafford Football and Cricket grounds, the Etihad Stadium, the Trafford Centre, the set of Coronation Street, HM Strangeways Prison and more, all from up above.
The tour will last approximately 30 minutes, is suitable for ages 12 and above, and will always include and introduction/safety briefing first.
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If this sounds like an experience that’s too good to pass up on, then the 50-Mile Helicopter Tour of Manchester is currently available for a limited time only at just £149 and the voucher is valid for up to 10 months (for one person).
You can find more information and take advantage of this unmissable deal from BuyAGift.com here.
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A Twilight rave is coming to Manchester with DJs blasting 2000s indie and emo anthems
Emily Sergeant
A Twilight rave is coming to Manchester this spooky season.
It’s been nearly 20 years since the release of the titular first film in the Twilight Saga, based on author Stephanie Meyer’s bestselling book series of the same name, but despite two decades having passed, the films remain as beloved as ever.
Twilight went on to become a global phenomenon when it first hit cinemas back in November 2008, not just with its target audience of teens and young adults, but with people of all ages – making stars out of its lead actors Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart in the process, and generating millions at the box office.
With the impact it had on the culture at the time, it’s no wonder Twilight remained among fans’ favourites all these years later.
And this success is why events company Throwback Events is hosting a series of Twilight Raves across the UK and Europe this autumn, making a stop off here in Manchester in late November with tickets now on sale.
The event description reads: “Bella, where the hell you been loca? Join us as we celebrate Twilight at the club, where every day is Hoa Hoa Hoa season.
“Step into the shadows and relive the magic, mystery, and eternal romance of Twilight. Get ready for a night of anthems, nostalgia, and glittering darkness as we transform the dancefloor into Forks’ most iconic vampire coven.”
DJs will be spinning Twilight soundtracks on the night, alongside dark pop, emo, indie, and 2000s bangers, as well as playing fan edits from the films on big screens.
Oh, and to make it all the better, dressing up as vampires and werewolves is ‘highly encouraged’.
Fancy it then? The Twilight Rave is coming to the Deaf Institute in Manchester on Saturday 21 November, and tickets will set you back upwards of £7 each.
Manchester cinemas are offering tickets to big blockbusters for just £4 this weekend
Emily Sergeant
You can watch some of the year’s biggest blockbusters for just £4 this weekend.
That’s because, to celebrate National Cinema Weekend (5-6 September), Vue has announced that it’ll be offering cut-price tickets to everything from the latest blockbusters and family favourites, to indie horrors and classic re-releases, so you don’t have to break the bank to enjoy the full cinematic experience this autumn.
Some of the highlights currently showing that you’ll be able to see for just £4 include summer hits like Spider-Man: Brand New Day, The Odyssey, and Toy Story 5, as well as the recent release of Ridley Scott’s latest film, The Dog Stars, starring Jacob Elordi.
Family favourites such as Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets,Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie, and Cars will also be screening over National Cinema Weekend.
Meanwhile, horror fans can also catch new releases Insidious: Out of the Further, and indie horror Leviticus, or see the year’s biggest horror hit, Obsession, if you haven’t already.
The best bit about the offer? It applies to every seat on every showing, all weekend long.
This means that film lovers can enjoy Vue’s biggest and comfiest seats, Ultra Lux, which are strategically positioned to give the best possible view of the big screen – with extra-wide armrests, back and leg rests that recline independently, a personal table for snacks and beverages, and a state-of-the-art wine cooler, all for just £4 each.
Mike Anton, General Manager at Vue Manchester Printworks, said it’s been ‘an incredible year’ for film, adding: “This National Cinema Weekend, we want to celebrate the big screen experience by giving back to our audiences.
Emily Sergeant -
25th August 2020 
