A new spa is opening at one of Manchester’s five-star hotels, featuring high-tech treatments like meditation pods and sensory deprivation tanks.
£750,000 has been invested into the facilities at The Lowry Hotel as it celebrates its 21st birthday.
The popular hotel’s spa will relaunch as Re:Treat, where memberships are priced all the way up to £2,400 a year.
Due to open in November, the state-of-the-art new facilities will include four spacious treatment rooms, plus a relaxation area, a fitness studio, and a brow and lash bar.
Features include cryotherapy chambers, meditation pods and sensory deprivation tanks all under one roof – a UK first.
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The wellness studio at The Lowry’s new spa facility. Credit: Supplied
You can also expect things like IV drips, weight loss coaching, and B12 injections.
The Lowry says its spa treatments with Icepod, Somadome and I-sopod will have a range of benefits to reduce stress and pain, lower blood pressure and improve stress levels.
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It’s been decorated with soft pink hues and a neutral colour palette, with exposed terracotta walls, wooden features and rattan accessories, along with a living moss wall.
There’ll be massages, facials with Elemis, and a treatment menu with Grown Alchemist alongside Manchester natural skincare brand GAIA.
There are three membership packages – RE:TREAT Wellness, RE:TREAT Spa or RE:TREAT Gym – for locals who want to make it a regular occurrence, ranging in price between £460 and £2,400.
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Benefits of memberships include yoga and personal training sessions, 20% off spa treatments, 10% off food and drink at The River Restaurant, health checks, vitamin B12 injections and weekly sensory deprivation tank sessions.
Kelly Andreasson, commercial director at The Lowry Hotel said: “Our current hotel spa boasts the most highly trained therapists in the city.
“The level of care and attention given on any visit to The Spa at The Lowry Hotel is unrivalled.
“Now with the creation of RE:TREAT, the spa is individual in its ability to provide guests with world-renowned technologically advanced treatments all under one roof.
“We are delighted to be the first UK hotel spa to offer such a variety of distinct offerings.”
Popular outdoor dining event returns to MediaCity waterfront this summer
Emily Sergeant
Greater Manchester’s popular outdoor dining concept is back again this summer, and there’s a proper tasty lineup of traders.
Kargo on the Docks, which is MediaCity‘s al fresco dining pop-up, has taken over the waterfront and gardens once again with a fresh wave of local food traders and stunning artwork by Salford-based creatives, all as the sun shines down on Salford Quays this summer.
A handful of Greater Manchester‘s most popular independents have set themselves up Quayside inside those signature re-imagined shipping containers.
Foodies can expect a menu packed with bold new flavours including Caribbean, Lebanese, Mexican, Ethiopian, and Pan-Asian dishes.
Loads of local indie food vendors have taken over the Salford Quays waterfront for the summer / Credit: Supplied
Afro Shack – the sister brand to Kargo.MKT favourite House of Habesha – will be serving fusion food combining East African flavours with indulgent American fast food, while new kids on the block Wok Bros will deliver sizzling, wok-tossed Pan-Asian street food and 100% halal dishes inspired by authentic flavours and fresh ingredients.
Iconic Jamaican dishes will also be on offer from Sunrise Caribbean, while Quiero Tacos will bring slow-cooked Birria tacos, cheesy quesadillas, and vibrant rice bowls packed with the spirit of Mexico.
Last but not least, Mediterranean food lovers can expect juicy lamb koftas, golden halloumi, and richly spiced chicken shawarma from Habibs.
Foodies can expect a menu packed with bold new flavours / Credit: Mark Waugh (via Supplied)
As well as the tasty food on offer, as mentioned, Kargo on the Docks also features a range of artwork and installations from local independent talent – with each container adorned with murals from creatives including Fernandes Makes, Kelly Ma, and Caroline Daly, bringing a feel-good summer vibe to the MediaCity Gardens.
Visitors can also enjoy an art trail display through the gardens, featuring structures designed by, A Studio Called Jane, Luke Passey, and Tasha Whittle.
There will also be a range of pop-up events hosted at the venue throughout the summer, with more announcements to be made very soon, so keep your eyes peeled.
Kargo on the Docks is now back at MediaCity from today (9 May) and will be open Tuesday to Sunday from 12pm-9pm throughout the summer.
Featured Image – Mark Waugh (via Supplied)
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AO Arena to host huge Europa League Final fan zone after Manchester United victory
Daisy Jackson
Manchester’s legendary AO Arena will once again host an almighty football fan zone later this year, welcoming in fans for the Europa League Final.
The huge venue previously hosted a Road to Victory fan zone for the Euros, and is now ready to replicate all the atmosphere and excitement of the beautiful game once again.
This time it’s in honour of Manchester United, who romped their way into the Europa League Final this evening with a spectacular 4-1 victory (7-1 on aggregate) over Athletic Club.
The Red Devils will be heading to that same team’s home stadium of San Mamés in Bilbao in Spain on 21 May 2025, and you’ll be able to watch all the action right here at home in Manchester.
The AO Arena Europa League Final Screening & Fan Zone will be presented by Red Square.
If you think that name rings a bell, you’re right: they’re the same folks behind the regular events held over at Victoria Warehouse for any big United games, and 21 May will be no different – other than being arguably their biggest date ever.
There’ll be space for thousands upon thousands of football fans who’ll be able to watch Ruben Amorim’s side potentially take home their first piece of silverware since his arrival.
If you saw the scenes at Road to Victory in the AO during Euro 2024, you’ll know how unbelievable a venue this is to watch the footy.
As the promoters have billed it: “Get ready to immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere of the Europa League Final, presented by Red Square.
“Join us for an unforgettable event as we bring together passionate Manchester United fans for the largest indoor fan park extravaganza ever witnessed!
“MANCHESTER UNITED head to the UEL final on Wednesday, 21st May – Secure your tickets now!”
The Europa League Final Screening & Fan Zone will be at the AO Arena on 21 May.
Daisy Jackson -
28th October 2022 
