UK and Manchester nightlife institution, The Warehouse Project, has announced its first-ever international event series and it’s shaping up to be truly unforgettable.
The iconic Manc music series and collection of club nights is now entering its 17th anniversary and after delivering a truly wonderful comeback calendar in 2022 (their first full year back at it post-pandemic), The Warehouse Project is now taking their legendary brand on the road — or, more accurately, overseas.
Officially detailed earlier this month, Warehouse Project Rotterdam is set to take place from Friday, 28-Sunday, 30 April and much like its home here in Manchester, WHP RDM will be taking place a massive disused warehouse currently being kitted out with all the necessary facilities to put on an amazing night.
Popping up in RDM Rotterdam, the largest pre-WWII shipbuilding and repair facility in the Netherlands and one of the biggest in Europe, you can already see how insane this place is going to look.
People are already starting to secure their tickets for the massive inaugural event, with weekend passes from £150 and full three-day package deals also available from £299 per person and final accommodation packages on sale now.
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WHP are also helping punters sort both payment and travel plans. Train and coach operators are offering pick-ups from £90 and can be booked direct; plus, return flights start from around £100 with routes to Rotterdam, Amsterdam Schipol (then a short 20-minute train) and Eindhoven (plus 1-hour train) now available. Again, all more than reasonable given the value of the overall package you’re getting.
With massive artists like DJ EZ, Kerri Chandler, Peggy Gou, Seth Troxler and even a Bicep DJ set included among the long list of acts, not to mention several special guests still yet to be unveiled, WHP RDM isn’t just their flagship international event, it could go down as one of their greatest ever.
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Just look at that line-up. Get us to Holland right now.
Better still, a series of boat parties and general after-parties organised alongside nightlife institutions Toffler and 360 Degrees have also been announced to pack out the bank holiday weekend with non-stop action, including sets from Interplanetary Criminal and much-loved Dutch DJ, Luuk Van Djik.
To be honest, we’re not fully sure we’re even ready for how incredible this weekend is going to be but one thing is for sure, there is no way this will be Warehouse Project’s last international event.
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Dubbed as the next must-visit destination in Europe, Rotterdam has lots in common with Manchester, from its rich industrial past, legendary status dance and club culture; urban design and architecture, and, of course, its trademark waterways. We couldn’t think of a better way to take WHP global.
You can secure your spot at Warehouse Project Rotterdam now by paying a £50 deposit HERE. This is going to be something special.
Spooktacular Halloween trail to return to National Trust site Quarry Bank
Daisy Jackson
A Halloween trail is set to return to Quarry Bank Mill this autumn for one of the region’s most hauntingly beautiful seasonal events.
The National Trust site is a former working mill and one of the country’s finest industrial buildings – but as night falls and the shadows lengthen, a haunting will begin…
This year’s Halloween at Quarry Bank will again feature spooky light installations, a mesmerising laser garden, and a thrilling fire show, as well as live performances and seasonal food and drink.
Returning for a second year, Halloween at Quarry Bank will be an unforgettable experience for all ages.
Fog will swirl through the paths around the grounds, as glowing demon eyes watch over passers-by and giant skeletons loom over twisted trees.
If you’re brave enough, the trail then heads inside the mill itself, where creaking and clanking sounds of its industrial past hint at something a little more haunted.
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As you wander the trail, you’ll pass installations like glowing fire spheres and catacombs echoing with whispers from the past, plus plenty more surprises waiting in the shadows.
Then you can refuel with ‘bewitched burgers and freaky fries’, plus hot toddys and decadent hot chocolates.
You can even toast a marshmallow over an open fire.
Halloween at Quarry Bank is designed for families, couples, and groups of friends alike, and attracts visitors from all over Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Merseyside and Lancashire.
Entry to the trail is on a timed slot system – tickets are on sale now HERE.
Inside the brand-new rental houses at Bolton’s landmark £35m development, Deansgate Gardens
Daisy Jackson
The first residents are in, and the launch of Deansgate Gardens – a landmark £35m development in Bolton town centre – is live.
This impressive new development has brought 167 high-quality rental homes to Bolton, creating a residential neighbourhood that features rooftop terraces, gardens, and stunning communal spaces.
The homes on Deansgate, Bolton have been built specifically for renters, with spacious layouts in an ideal location just a two-minute walk from Bolton Town Hall and a short commute to Manchester.
And, unusually for new rental developments, it’s not all about apartments here (though there are beautiful one- and two-bedroom apartments with rooftop gardens available).
It’s also somewhere you can rent two-bedroom townhouses, and have your very own yard.
Every home is built with energy efficiency in mind, with heat pumps and enhanced insulation, plus rooftop solar panels on selected homes, keeping those pesky bills down.
This pet-friendly development comes from developer Placefirst, and is a key moment in the wider £1bn regeneration masterplan for Bolton.
Inside Deansgate Gardens in BoltonInside Deansgate Gardens in BoltonA spacious bedroomThe rooftop terraceView from the rooftop terrace
Deansgate Gardens is located just opposite the former Beales department store, connected by the train station, bus interchange, and town centre within walking distance.
These stylish new homes are built around a central square and communal courtyards. The result? Somewhere residents can relax, socialise, and connect.
There’s even a dedicated Resident Service Manager and 24/7 maintenance support for peace of mind.
And just a short walk away you’ll find parks like Queen’s Park, plus beautiful routes along the River Croal.
Ready to make these houses your home? Book in for a tour around Deansgate Gardens today HERE.