One of Greater Manchester’s leading rescue centres is currently recruiting for the unique role of volunteer dog cuddlers.
Dogs 4 Rescue – a semi-rural independent dog sanctuary based on Barton Moss Road – is known for its unique “cage free” approach to animal welfare, and carries out vital work across the region to ensure all rescued dogs socialise in a healthy, relaxed and happy foster home environment, while waiting for their forever families.
The centre has completely changed the lives of countless canines over the years, and has plenty of success stories to its name.
Now, Dogs 4 Rescue is in need of a helping hand and is looking for experienced dog lovers to join the team of volunteers dedicated to cuddling dogs – many of which are sadly unable to be rehomed due to severe issues developed prior to rescue.
The volunteers will be tasked with showering these dogs with affection, getting them used to human company, and generally making a fuss.
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Owner Emma Billington said that many of these dogs tend to be bully breeds.
Some of the pooches at Dogs 4 Rescue are sadly unable to be rehomed / Credit: Dogs 4 Rescue
Due to being busier than ever before in recent months, Emma admits that staff sadly don’t get to spend as much time with the bullies as they’d like, so she is hoping to recruit a number of volunteers – which will both give the dogs plenty of variety in who they spend time with, and suit people who may only have a few hours to spare.
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The volunteers will also need to be quite strong and have some experience of dogs who are nervous around people.
The job description for the role states that successful applicants must:
Be passionate about all the bully breeds and be prepared to give their fullest attention
Have the patience of a saint – because you will need it
Enjoy listening to snoring as you cuddle the dogs, as this will definitely happen
Be willing to work towards meeting more challenging dogs, with full support from staff
Be confident playing games, but not let the dogs get too over excited
Engage with the dogs’ intelligent brains, and make them work for those treats
Want to take dogs out on walks or out in a pram if needed – and be okay with a bit of lead pulling at times
Be comfortable around large and sometimes clumsy, but loveable dogs
Dogs 4 Rescue is a semi-rural independent dog sanctuary known for its unique “cage free” approach to animal welfare / Credit: Rhi Scotchbrook
Think you could be one of the volunteers that Dogs 4 Rescue is looking for?
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To apply for the role, you can get in touch with Dogs 4 Rescue by emailing [email protected] with an overview of your experience, why you want to volunteer, and your availability.
You can also keep up to date with Dogs 4 Rescue day-to-day on social media – Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
You can now have a private sleepover amongst all the history inside Manchester Museum
Emily Sergeant
Manchester Museum is now offering one lucky family the chance to have a sleepover with Stan the Tyrannosaurus rex.
For the first time in Manchester Museum’s history, one lucky family will be given the chance to experience an incredible night at the museum.
This unique opportunity is being offered as part of a prize draw, allowing visitors to find out what happens once the sun goes down inside the Fossils and Dinosaurs gallery – in the company of Stan, the famous Tyrannosaurus rex, of course.
The Fossils and Dinosaurs gallery is one of the most iconic spaces within Manchester Museum.
Having opened to the public all the way back in 1888, it’s part of the museum’s original building designed by celebrated Alfred Waterhouse, who also designed Manchester Town Hall and London’s Natural History Museum.
Not only will the lucky winning family enjoy an overnight stay in the gallery, but they’ll also be treated to a guided torchlight tour of the galleries after the Museum has closed, as well as other fun activities and a film screening too before bed.
You can now have a private sleepover inside Manchester Museum / Credit: The Manc Group
“We can’t be completely sure what happens when the sun goes down in our Fossils and Dinosaurs gallery, because nobody has ever spent the night in there before, but we can only imagine the kind of fun that can be had with Stan the T. rex and his friends,” said Dean Whiteside, Head of Commercial and Operations at Manchester Museum.
“This is a chance to be a part of museum history and enjoy the kind of once-in-a-lifetime experience you can’t usually buy.
“At the same time, Manchester Museum is a charity so, by getting behind this initiative, you’ll be helping to support vital work that impacts the lives of people across Greater Manchester and beyond.”
Fancy it then? You can enter the prize draw by buying a ticket for £5 from the Manchester Museum Shop, with each ticket counting as one entry and the winner set to be chosen at random from all valid entries.
The prize draw is now open and closes on Monday 28 September 2026.
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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.
Emily Sergeant -
22nd July 2021 
