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Legendary north west theme park Camelot is set to reopen to the public next month - but not as we know it.

The medieval-themed Lancashire attraction has been out of use for a decade and is largely derelict.

And now its abandoned rides and empty footpaths are about to be brought by to life... by the undead.

A new interactive event series, Camelot Rises, will see the eerie theme park filled with zombies.

Live actors, accompanied by scene-setting lights and sounds, will interact with visitors in a truly gory experience.

The events will also include screenings of some of the biggest zombie blockbusters of all time.

Ticket-holders will pass through several zones on their way to the drive-in cinema, including the Military Compound, the Valley of the Dead, and the Decontamination Station.

Organisers say: "Something deadly has destroyed the legendary world of Camelot…now
overrun by zombies hungry for human flesh.

"As the army struggle to keep control of the area, it’s time to see if you can survive this gruesome night of post-apocalyptic horror."

Camelot Rises comes from the same team behind the Park N Party series of drive-in cinemas in Manchester.

There'll be a fully licensed bar and street food vendors on the site near Chorley.

Read more: The best things to do in Greater Manchester this week | 10 – 16 January 2022

Films on the schedule will include the 28 Days Later series, Night of the Living Dead, I Am Legend and A Quiet Place.

Camelot Rises is currently scheduled to take place between February 5 and March 6.

Tickets are on sale now, priced at £50 per vehicle. You can get yours here.

Featured image: Wikimedia Commons / Supplied

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Every September, crowds of nervous freshers - many feasting their eyes on Fallowfield for the first time - can be seen lugging boxes of pots and pans into Owens Park, nodding nervously at their potential new flatmates in the corridors.

This ageing student accommodation block has been a staple of Manchester University since the sixties.

During that time, it's housed thousands of students. But it’s also been the site of one of the city's notorious competitions: The Tower Challenge. 

Within days, or maybe even, hours, of moving into Owens Park, many students decide to enrol in the infamous contest, which involves scampering from floor to floor as fast you can whilst gulping down a shot of alcohol on each level (16 in total).

The outcome is never pretty. But Fallowfield is used to that. This patch of land was hosting chaotic competitions long before the students moved in. 

Over 100 years ago, Fallowfield had its very own stadium - and in 1893 it was chosen as the venue for the FA Cup Final. 

On paper, hosting such an occasion is a proud feat for the Manchester suburb. But in reality, FA Cup football at Fallowfield Stadium was much like the Tower Challenge - wrong-headed, dangerous and pretty disastrous all round. 

Fallowfield Stadium was constructed in 1892 - built with terraces, a pavilion and a single stand, with a running track around the outskirts. 

According to historian Simon Inglis - the author of the excellent 'Played In Manchester' - it could fit about 15,000 fans “at most.”

Opened by Manchester Athletic Club, Fallowfield Stadium quickly settled into its role as a major sports venue - and within a year the FA had selected the ground as the site for football's biggest game: The FA Cup final.

Everton and Wolverhampton Wanderers arrived in Manchester to compete for the prestigious trophy on 25 March 1893. And so did tens of thousands of others. 

The official attendance that day - 45,000 - put the crowd at three times the stadium’s capacity. Although other reports suggest there might have been as many as 60,000 in the ground on the day. 

The overcrowding, unsurprisingly, created problems right from the off - with the sheer volume of spectators leading to a kick-off delay. 

Given the largely flat structure at Fallowfield, many struggled to get a good view of the game, stirring a restlessness that saw the crowd spill over onto the playing surface. 

The teams had to restrict football to the middle of the pitch for fear of tumbling over spectators' feet, and when the final whistle went to signal a 1-0 victory for Wolves, Everton angrily declared the environment was not fit for a competitive match. 

They had a strong argument, but their demand for a rematch fell on deaf ears. 

Despite the trouble that day, Wolves have fonder memories of Fallowfield Stadium. 

Over at their own ground, Molineux, the Midlands club have a corporate hospitality suite named the ‘Fallowfield Lounge’ - paying testament to the location in which they lifted the FA Cup for the first time. 

Fallowfield Stadium continued to host high-level competitive sport after Wolves’ big win, too.

An England vs Scotland rugby game took place at the ground in 1897, along with two Northern Union Challenge Cup rugby league finals in 1899 and 1900.

In fact, the British football body decided to give the ground another big fixture in 1899 - the FA Cup Semi-Final between Sheffield United and Liverpool.

The pair came into the tie deadlocked, having drawn 2-2 in their first game and 4-4 in the replay. 

A second replay was scheduled at Fallowfield Stadium, and following two enthralling encounters, demand to see the Semi was high. 

But no lessons had been learned.

The crowd on this occasion was so big a crush ensued, leading to the game being abandoned with Liverpool up 1-0 at the time.

The second replay was instead moved to Derby County’s Baseball Ground, where Sheff Utd won 1-0 - and then went on to thump Derby themselves 4-1 in the final at Crystal Palace two weeks later. 

It is unconfirmed as to whether there were any major injuries in the failed Semi-Final in Manchester, but the debacle put an end to elite football in Fallowfield regardless. 

Instead, the stadium found its niche as a spot for athletics and cycling - used regularly by The Manchester Wheelers.

Student footballers also toughed it out on the turf, but as the surroundings began to deteriorate, the university gobbled up the ground.

Pro cycling ended in 1974, and after a few more years of amateur use, Fallowfield Stadium was demolished in 1994. 

In its place, a brand new set of student halls was built: Richmond Park.

Today, the area is ripe for a fresh burst of development.

The rumours are that close neighbour Owens Park - and its Tower Challenge - will also be gone forever in due course (although plans for renovation have been plagued by postponements).

Still, with Fallowfield’s fascinatingly bizarre history as a contest venue, you can’t help but wonder what sort of topsy-turvy tournament might come next... 

Learn more about the history of Manchester stadia by reading Simon Inglis’ Played In Manchester - It's available online here. 

Featured Image - Wikimedia Commons

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Mention 'B of the Bang' to Mancunians, and you'll probably wish you hadn't.

Even to this day, the infamous 00s East Manchester sculpture - designed to look like an exploding firework - still manages to have people rolling their eyes, generate heated discussions, prompt a wide range of responses, and remain as polarising as ever before, despite eight years having passed since it was finally dismantled for good.

Alongside the constant critique and ongoing debate surrounding its place and purpose in the city over the five years it was erected for, B of the Bang was given a slew of nicknames by residents and was branded by many as an eyesore.

It also seemed to enjoy much of its life as the butt of many a local gag.

But what was B of the Bang really about?

What was it for? What inspired its creation? Why did it call Manchester home? Why was it so controversial and problematic? Why did people seem to have so much to say about it? And what actually happened to it in the end?

Well, it all started with a simple quote.

Taking its name from a quotation by British sprinter Linford Christie, in which he said that he started his races not merely at the "bang" of the starting pistol, but at "the B of the Bang", B of the Bang B was a sculpture created by Thomas Heatherwick - often deemed one of Britain's most significant designers - that was commissioned to commemorate the 2002 Commonwealth Games held in the city, and was installed at Sportcity next to the City of Manchester Stadium (Etihad Stadium) in the East Manchester area of Beswick, at the corner of Alan Turing Way and Ashton New Road.

The sculpture was first commissioned by New East Manchester Limited in 2003, but construction overran - largely due to a rather optimistic estimated completion date - and the official unveiling was delayed until 12th January 2005.

Being taller and leaning at a greater angle than the Leaning Tower of Pisa, B of the Bang B was one of the tallest structures in Manchester, and was even confirmed to be the tallest sculpture in the UK right up until the completion of Aspire in Nottingham in 2008.

B of the Bang originally stood 56 metres (184 ft) tall, with 180 hollow tapered steel columns - or spikes - radiating from a central core. It was angled at 30 degrees and supported by five 25 m (82 ft) long, tapered steel legs, which connected to the spikes 22 m (72 ft) above the ground.

The sculpture weighed 165 tonnes, with the concrete in the foundations weighing over 1,000 tonnes, including a 400 m² (4,300 sq ft) reinforced concrete slab.

In contradiction to its eventual fate, the sculpture was built to last, having been made from the same weathering steal as the iconic Angel of the North sculpture, which gradually develops a tightly-adhering oxide layer as it's exposed to the elements, and this layer inhibits further corrosion by reducing its permeability to water.

As part of the design, the spikes even swayed slightly in the wind in order to withstand gusts in excess of 100 mph (160 km/h).

As well as being constructed to tackle the inevitable Manchester elements, it seems that B of the Bang was also built with a legacy in mind, as at the time of its construction, a time capsule was even placed inside one of the spikes of the sculpture - containing children's poems and paintings - which was due to be opened circa 2300, but after being dismantled, the location of this time capsule is currently unknown.

The sculpture cost £1.42 million in total to design and construct.

This actually ended up being twice the original estimate, as the initial costing plan had neglected to include installation costs.

Funding for the sculpture was sourced from a European Regional Development Fund contribution of £700,000, the North West Development Agency contributing £500,000, and Manchester City Council providing the final £120,000 towards its completion.

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Its hefty price tag was only the tip of the controversy it generated over the years though.

Only six days before the sculpture's official unveiling, the tip of one of the 2.1 m (6.9 ft) spikes detached and fell, but after close inspection, the launch event went ahead as planned.

Four months later, in May 2005, a second spike had to be cut off by firefighters after it was discovered hanging loose, and at that time, the sculpture was closed off to the public, and the junction and pathway near the sculpture were temporarily closed.

As a result, some of the joints were re-welded, with equipment put in place to prevent excessive movement.

Despite these modifications though, B of the Bang remained fenced off.

After ongoing and worsening concerns, in May 2006, a total of nine spikes were removed from the sculpture and taken away for metallurgical analysis to discover the stresses being placed on the steel, but all of that meant nothing after it was announced in October 2007 that Manchester City Council were taking legal action against the makers of the sculpture, with the aim of completing the necessary repairs to the sculpture.

This resulted in an out-of-court settlement totalling £1.7 million in damages for breach of contract and negligence.

Following the publishing of an investigative report into the sculpture in 2009, Manchester City Council recommended that B of the Bang should be dismantled and placed in storage until funds could be raised for its safe reinstatement.

Several possibilities for the future of the sculpture were posed, but the report underlined the necessity for extensive testing to ensure these were safe first.

Despite a number of pleas to keep the sculpture erected - including from revered artist Anthony Gormley, who spoke out in its support, stating that: "It is a great tribute to Manchester that this groundbreaking work was commissioned [and] to allow it to disappear would be a loss not just of an inspirational artwork but also of the council's nerve - removal of B of the Bang began in April 2009.

Although the council had originally promised to store the complex central core and legs, these too were cut apart during removal, which casted further doubt on future prospects for the landmark sculpture's return at the time, and in early July 2012, the core was finally sold as scrap for £17,000.

But even though B of the Bang eventually fizzled out before its time, it's hard to deny it made its mark on the city of Manchester.

Just perhaps not in the way it was originally intended.

Featured Image - Wikimedia Commons

]]> 198161 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/you-can-get-entry-fee-refunds-if-you-do-a-sponsored-event-for-we-love-mcr-charity-in-2022/ Mon, 03 Jan 2022 06:30:49 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=259253

Looking to challenge yourself in 2022? Fancy setting some new fitness goals? Reckon you're up for a 10K, or even a Half Marathon?

It doesn't have to be running - perhaps you'd prefer to tackle something else entirely?

A lot of us will already have our New Year's resolutions picked out and lined up, but if you're really up for a test in 2022, then one of Manchester's most iconic charities is offering an ideal incentive to get going by giving The Manc's readers and followers an exclusive opportunity to get £25-worth of entry fees to any sponsored event refunded if they choose to commit to raising some worthy funds in its name.

We Love MCR Charity wants to help ambitious Mancunians achieve their goals.

If you've not heard of We Love MCR before, the charity works with some of the city's most vulnerable people and ambitious communities to help them write Manchester’s next chapter.

​The charity says it knows too well the problems that the people within our city face, especially as one in three children live in poverty, one in 10 have no qualifications to their name, and alongside that, there are also those who seek to create division within our communities - but, the charity's seeks to address these challenges.

It aims to do so by "spreading opportunities" and "helping communities to build themselves up" through direct financial support.

And taking part in a sponsored event or challenge could not be a more ideal way to help.

For whatever it is you're keen to set your mind to, there's plenty of challenges already lined up in the Manchester events calendar for 2022.

Need some inspiration?

One of the largest events - and the highlights of the year - is the Great Manchester Run.

This year, the Great Manchester Run returns on Sunday 22 May, and with entertainment zones that celebrate local character and culture at every kilometre, some of the best - and loudest - crowd support anywhere in the world, and all the action televised live on the BBC, it's known as an event day experience like no other.

Depending on your choice or running ability, the Great Manchester Run has both a 10K circuit and a Half Marathon that you can sign up to.

Entries are open to runners aged 15+ (10k) and 17+ (Half marathon) on the day of the event.

All sponsorship money raised by those undertaking the 2022 Great Manchester Run, or indeed any sponsored event across the city-region throughout next year, will go directly to supporting We Love MCR Charity’s two current grant programmes - the ‘Manchester’s Rising Stars Fund’, and the ‘Stronger Communities Fund’ - which both support local communities and ambitious young Mancunians to overcome the barriers in their way and recover from the problems created by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Read more: Here’s what happened when 50 fundraisers walked on fire in St Peter’s Square

The 'Manchester's Rising Stars Fund' awards grants to ambitious young Mancunians to remove the first hurdle that prevents them from fulfilling their ambitions - in qualifications, work and entrepreneurship.

While the 'Stronger Communities Fund' aims to empower local people to improve their own communities and spaces, whenever they are ready. 

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2022 is set to be another big year for the charity.

And you can be a part of that.

You can download the exclusive refund entry form on the link below, and sign up to do a sponsored event of your choice in 2022 for We Love MCR Charity.

Click here to download The Manc's £25 refund form

Featured Image - WLMC | Great Manchester Run

]]> 259253 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/feature/the-maddest-things-that-happened-in-manchester-in-2021/ Sat, 01 Jan 2022 12:09:00 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=259514

So, that’s it. 2021 is over, and we can all take a breath. Even by the insane standards of recent history, this was a year that managed to leave a trail of eye-rubbingly implausible stories in its wake.

After a deadly pandemic put Blighty's famous 'Blitz Spirit' to the test in 2020, we’d have all settled for a simple 12 months with some normality. But what we got instead was another unpredictable, topsy-turvy chapter that seemed to crawl and fly by simultaneously. 

Bookended by the grim spread of COVID variants with some light in the middle of the tunnel, 2021 has turned out to be as much of a rollercoaster as its predecessor. It all began with a winter of discontent as everyone hid indoors, and it looks set to finish in a similar way. But en route there was plenty to talk about. And some of the strangest stuff happened right on our doorstep. 

Here, we look back at the most peculiar episodes during another wild year in Manchester. The result is a list that features giant pigeons, penis enlargement adverts and ‘Julie’s I Pad’...

Flying for a beef sandwich

In March 2021, lockdown was in full force, but there was hope on the horizon. The government’s ‘roadmap to freedom’ had been unveiled, COVID cases were falling, and businesses were finally preparing to reopen their doors to customers. Within a matter of days, we’d be able to head to pubs and restaurants and dine outdoors. 

But one helicopter pilot didn’t feel like waiting until the restrictions eased. He was hungry now, and what he really fancied was a beef butty.

So, he hopped in his chopper, took off from Salford, whizzed 80 miles across to the Chipping Farm Shop in Preston, and collected his sandwich before flying back home.  

Pictures of the man receiving his order were posted on social media and the story made quite the splash, but authority figures didn’t see the funny side.

One councillor labelled it a “fragrant abuse of lockdown rules”, and police forces said they opened an investigation into the matter. 

Must have been a bloody good butty. 

Read more: themanc.com/news/helicopter-pilot-flies-from-salford-to-preston-and-back-for-beef-sandwich/

The fugitives found hiding in Robinsons Brewery 

Picture this: You’re in Stockport, you're on the run, and you need a place to hide. Where do you go?

Two suspected burglars faced this conundrum in March 2021. And they chose badly. 

Having already been identified as fugitives by police and with sirens hot on their heels, the duo decided to dive into Robinsons Brewery. 

At the time, it might have seemed like a decent spot to stay until the heat died down. The famous building on Lower Hillgate is big, dark, and best of all, full of beer. 

So, that’s what the pair did, proceeding to clamber inside some beer barrels and cross their fingers. 

It didn’t work. 

GMP officers quickly found the pair and apprehended them on suspicion of burglary, car theft and dangerous driving. 

“Hoptimistic if they thought they were going to stay hidden there,” the force quipped on Twitter. 

As far as local police stories go, this wasn’t exactly The Detectives. But it was certainly one of the more baffling chases seen in recent years…

Read more: themanc.com/news/suspected-stockport-thieves-found-hiding-in-beer-barrels

The Old Trafford break-in

https://twitter.com/sampilger/status/1388846028150001664?s=20

In April 2021, a press release sent Gary Neville into meltdown. 

“I’m disgusted,” he snarled, his gnashing teeth obscured by a padded Sky Sports microphone. 

“Absolutely disgusted. I’m disgusted with Manchester United and Liverpool most.”

The former England footballer was delivering an emotional on-screen response to the published plans for the European Super League (ESL) - a new breakaway division featuring 12 of the continent’s biggest football teams (including Premier League sides Man Utd, Man City, Liverpool, Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur, and Chelsea). 

The contest effectively amounted to an elite members’ club where the same sides would play one another over and over again and the rich owners would get richer. It was foul. 

Neville was one of the first to start frothing at the mouth in response, but he would not be the last. Within days, the vitriolic backlash against the ESL saw panicked clubs pull out and the competition folded like a house of cards. But fan power’s fight continued - with supporters using the victory over the ESL as a springboard to battle back against the club owners who had signed up to join the division in the first place. 

On May 2, with the world watching, Manchester United fans held a demonstration against the Glazer family at Old Trafford before their match with old rivals Liverpool. The barriers were breached and several hundred people broke into the stadium before kick-off. 

The match was abandoned - and the passionate scenes made headlines across the globe. 

The incident prompted the Premier League to bring in a new owners' charter designed to stop any future attempts to join a breakaway league. It also led to the Glazers briefly opening a dialogue with supporters via a fans forum - the first communication of its kind during nearly 16 years of ownership. 

Fans had won the battle, but not the war. Ringleaders over at Real Madrid, Juventus and Barcelona still want to revive the ESL project when the time is right. And the vilified American Glazer family remain at the helm at Old Trafford. 

This one isn’t over. 

The chaotic parish council meeting in Handforth

A year ago this month, a council meeting was taking place in Handforth - a little town just outside of Greater Manchester - that would end up shooting its participants to stardom. 

The group had arranged an emergency online forum to talk politics, with question marks hovering over the conduct of certain members.

The whole thing was a typical Zoom huddle of blurry faces, scrambled audio and people talking over one another. But when a recording of it was posted to social media in February 2021, everything changed. 

The footage revealed a council meeting so jaw-droppingly chaotic it proved a monster hit online - generating thousands of views in a matter of minutes. 

Handforth Parish Council became its very own soap opera: Introducing us to a rich mix of four dimensional comedy characters that ranged from the tooting Brian Tolver to the enigmatic Julie’s iPad. 

The breakout star, of course, was Jackie Weaver - a member of the Cheshire Association of Local Councils who’d seemingly been drafted in to get the Handforth house in order. Weaver gained worldwide fame for remaining stoic in the face of disruptive members during the meeting, responding to an onslaught of cries and accusations by coolly kicking complainers out of the call.

The endlessly quotable (“You have no authority here Jackie Weaver!”; “Read the standing orders! Read them and understand them!”) footage has done the rounds all year - and even led to the council changing its name to “move away from the toxic side of Handforth”.

Weaver, meanwhile, has published a book titled You Do Have The Authority Here! and become one of Handforth’s most famous associates, even being invited to switch on the town’s Christmas lights in 2021.

Giant pigeon parades through Piccadilly Gardens

You can usually find something peculiar happening in Piccadilly Gardens at any time of day. It's a part of Manchester where seemingly anything goes. Even human-sized pigeons.

Pigeons are so populous in Piccadilly Gardens they ought to be paying rent. Walking down the paths here involves tiptoeing around dozens of pests all fluttering and cooing by the fountains, whilst dozens more swoop in to feed on scraps left behind by commuters, shoppers and loiterers. They’re everywhere. Which might explain why a mammoth bird almost managed to get across the gardens unnoticed in 2021. 

It was a piping hot August day, and everyone was simply minding their own business, when someone dressed in a huge pigeon suit began plodding through Manchester's central square.

One person nearby managed to capture a snippet of video, but few others seemed to bat an eye.

We’re apparently so used to pigeons round these parts, even the gigantic ones can blend in…

Piccadilly Gardens’ giant pigeon: facebook.com/watch/?v=263760428641074

Disqualified driver takes family for Asda shop in ambulance 

One of the most extraordinary stories of 2021 unfolded against the most ordinary of backdrops: Asda in Harpurhey. 

On a cold, dark January evening, supermarket staff working the late shift were stunned to witness an ambulance rock up in the car park with its blue lights flashing, before an entire family spilled out of the vehicle to do some shopping. 

Puzzled police turned up and proceeded to pull the driver aside, discovering they had no insurance and were wanted by the court.

It was later revealed that the ambulance had been purchased second hand, and that the driver had been taken into custody for the incident. 

So, just to recap: An uninsured, wanted driver bought an emergency services vehicle and used it to take his family shopping, turning on the lights in the process. During lockdown. 

Ridiculous. 

Swarms of bees descend on the city

Something miraculous happened in Manchester this summer. For a magical moment, it seemed like the bee symbols dotted right around the city had all sprung to life. 

On at least three separate occasions during June, thousands of bees were found swarming to specific spots of Mancunia. First, they took over the back window of a BMW, before settling on a sign for Manchester International Festival on Peter Street. Later in the month, a few thousand more were spotted around the corner as they engulfed a canopy outside of Albert's Schloss bar. 

The sudden appearance of these pulsing gold and black blankets was a sight to behold - but it also invited many questions. Why had these insects apparently decided to reclaim Manchester? 

According to the British Beekeepers Association, it’s not unusual for honeybee colonies to swarm on warm days between May and July - ordinarily after a queen departs. Scout bees search for a suitable new spot to make a nest, whilst the other bees wait together until a home is chosen. 

That’s apparently what we were seeing back in summer. And it was pretty amazing. 

Watch the bees taking over Manchester here: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=325385542517969

Couple caught red-faced in Gorton Park 

Lots of Gorton residents head into Sunny Brow Park when the weather is good, either to enjoy a leisurely stroll with river views or take the kids to the playground. 

In many ways, it’s a park like any other. But in June 2021, this unassuming little green space on Knutsford Road made the headlines for a very strange reason. 

A couple were spotted - and pictured - engaging in some frisky activity in broad daylight below a tree. 

First at around midday. Then again at 2pm. 

The incident(s) resulted in stunned by-passers calling the police, and the duo were arrested on suspicion of outraging public decency. 

Yikes. 

Posters for penis enlargement pop up in shop windows

Head-turning artworks have a habit of appearing overnight in Manchester. Throughout 2021, we’ve woken up to huge posters lambasting Boris Johnson for his failures in government, and a stencilled spray painting of a boy flying a kite in Stockport (which was initially rumoured as a Banksy before Salford artist Mr Eggs took credit). But the most bizarre of the bunch was an ‘advert’ for free penis enlargement. 

In November, an image materialised in a shop window on Market Street joking that drivers of specific vehicles could be eligible for the enhancing treatment. 

The caption read: “Do you drive a 4x4, Jeep or Range Rover in the city? You could be entitled to FREE penis enlargement therapy on the NHS.”

A phone number was displayed below images of the vehicles, alongside a logo for a company called Megacorp.

This prank, promotional device, or political stunt - whatever it might be - has apparently been done before, with the Metro reporting that a similar poster was seen three years ago in the Midlands, albeit with a different contact number listed.  

The Manchester Evening News believed the latest posters had been put together by an anonymous designer working under the alias Foka Wolf. 

The real purpose remains unclear. But it definitely raised a few smirks at the time. 

View it here: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.manc/video/7032213155170340101

Featured image: Dunk/Flickr

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January is typically a time when many vow to change their eating habits. But even the most committed dieter should be tempted by these Manchester restaurant deals, discounts and offers.

Whether you are starting a new diet, ditching alcohol, or trying out Veganuary, that's no reason to stay at home - not when you've got January dining (and drinking) offers floating around like this.

From vegan restaurants running their 50% off deals right into February, to some top Manchester restaurants offering huge deals on food AND drink, plus half-price burgers, burritos, kebabs and more, keep reading to discover the best January restaurant deals to take advantage of in 2022.

Have we missed an offer? Let us know over on Twitter @TheMancUK.

Combined discounts on food AND drink

The Counter House

The offer: 30% off the entire bill.

Terms and conditions: Offer available Monday to Friday, for advance bookings quoting 'Jan Offer' only, throughout January.

The Mews

The offer: 25% off drinks and 50% off food throughout January and February.

Elnecot

The offer: 30% off food and drink.

Terms and conditions: Offer available throughout the month, including with bottomless brunch. Cannot be used during Sunday lunch, though.

The Jane Eyre

The offer: 25% off food and drink.

Terms and conditions: Available Monday to Thursday throughout January.

Embankment Kitchen

The offer: 30% off food and drink.

Terms and conditions: Offer available Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings and all day on Sundays throughout January.

Quarter House

The offer: 25% off food and drink.

Terms and conditions: Available throughout January. Brunch menu is not included.

Manchester restaurants offering 50% off food in January

Alvarium

The offer: 50% off food throughout January AND the first two weeks of February in honour of Veganuary.

Black Leaf

The offer: 50% off food throughout January and the first two weeks of January.

The Deaf Institute / This Charming Naan

The offer: 50% off food.

Terms and conditions: Offer available throughout January. Booking must be made in advance to get the deal.

Peru Perdu

The offer: 50% off food.

Terms and conditions: Offer available Tuesday to Friday from 4pm onwards, maximum tables of 8 apply. Tables must be booked in advance using code 'Jane Sale'. Offer excludes drinks and excludes wagyu.

The Bay Horse

The offer: 50% off food.

Terms and conditions: Offer available Monday to Friday starting from 10th January

Cane and Grain

The offer: 50% off food.

Terms and conditions: Offer available Monday to Friday, supplements may be applied to some dishes.

TNQ

The offer: 50% off food.

Terms and conditions: Available Monday to Friday throughout January for bookings only, must be made in advance via the TNQ website.

Ducie Street Warehouse

The offer: 50% off food.

Terms and conditions: Available Monday to Thursday throughout January.

Almost Famous

The offer: 50% off burgers.

Terms and conditions: Offer available Sunday to Friday from 5pm at both sites (NQ and GNW) throughout January.

Nell's Pizza

The offer: 50% off food all month.

Terms and conditions: Available at all Nell's sites (Common, KAMPUS and The Beagle). Must have pre-booked a table in order to get the deal.

Bab

The offer: 50% off kebabs.

Terms and conditions: Available Monday to Wednesday, starting from 10 January 2022. Booking advised.

Dive Bar

The offer: 50% off food.

Terms and conditions: Offer available every day throughout January.

Blues Kitchen

The offer: 50% off food

Terms and conditions: Discount applies to the supper menu only. Available Sunday to Thursday, 4pm to close throughout January.

Lust, Liquor and Burn

The offer: 50% off all burritos.

Terms and conditions: Your table must be pre-booked on arrival. Offer is available from 5pm to close, Sunday to Friday throughout January.

The Smithfield Social

The offer: 50% off small plates.

Terms and conditions: Offer available throughout January from 4pm, Monday to Friday, on small plates only. No booking required.

La Bandera

The offer: 50% off all tapas.

Terms and conditions: The table must be booked online in advance. Use code 'MFJAN50’ in the bookings comment section to get the deal. Offer available Sunday to Thursday throughout January.

Cibo

The offer: 50% off food.

Terms and conditions: Online bookings only. Available Thursday to Sunday throughout January at both sites (new GNW opening mid-January). Discount applies to a la carte menu only, supplement charges may apply to some dishes.

Masons Restaurant Bar

The offer: 50% off food

Terms and conditions: Available Monday to Friday throughout January. Chateaubriand is not included. A maximum of six people per table.

Foodwell / Firefly

The offer: 50% off food.

Terms and conditions: Available all day Wednesdays, Thursdays, and until 5pm on Fridays throughout January. Booking must be made online in advance quoting code 'JAN50' to get the offer. Certain dishes are excluded from the deal. The deal cannot be used with any other offer.

The Lead Station

The offer: 50% off food.

Terms and conditions: Available Monday to Friday, between the hours of 4.30pm and 7pm. Your booking must be made in advance.

Manahatta

The offer: 50% off food.

Terms and conditions: Available Sunday to Friday throughout January.

The Pen and Pencil

The offer: 50% off food.

Terms and conditions: Available Monday to Wednesday throughout January. Booking advised.

Banyan Bar & Kitchen

The offer: 50% off food.

Terms and conditions: Available throughout January at both sites (Corn Exchange and Spinningfields)

Joshua Brooks

The offer: 50% off food.

Terms and conditions: Available throughout January. Must be pre-booked in advance.

Man With The Fish

The offer: 50% off food.

Terms and conditions: Available throughout January. The brunch menu is not included.

Shack

The offer: 50% off food.

Terms and conditions: 50% off food available Monday to Friday when you have booked a table in advance. Walk-ins who have not booked will get 20% off food.

Boujee Restaurant and Bar

The offer: 50% off food.

Terms and conditions: Available from Sunday, 2 January to the end of the month. A maximum of six guests per table. Chateaubriand and 'This is how we roll' sushi platter are not included.

Other January discounts, offers and dining deals

Sugo

The offer: 40% off wine.

Terms and conditions: 40% off all wine (jugs, bottles, organic & sparkling) for all advance bookings in January.

PLY

The offer: £5 pizza and pasta

Terms and conditions: Available throughout January.

Evuna

The offer: 45% off wine.

Terms and conditions: Offer available when dining mid-week from Monday – Thursday. Visitors must quote ‘NoDryJanuary’ to activate the discount at the restaurant.

The Creameries

The offer: 50% off wine.

Terms and conditions: Discount applies to all wines, drink in or takeaway, from 5pm Friday 7 January to 4pm Sunday 9 January.

Salvi's

The offer: 40% off food.

Terms and conditions: Available at the Northern Quarter and Corn Exchange sites only. Maximum 6 people, available Sunday to Thursday throughout January for those who have booked in advance. The deal can't be used in the deli or on takeaways.

Ramona

The offer: £1 Detroit margherita slices and £5 margaritas

Terms and conditions: Offer available Wednesday, Thursday and Friday between 5 and 7pm throughout January. Bookings are advised but not required.

Gaucho

The offer: 30% off food.

Terms and conditions: Available from Monday to Wednesday throughout January on the a la carte menu only. Quote '30% off food' when making your booking in order to get the discount.

Tampopo

The offer: 30% off any mains.

Terms and conditions: Available to end of Jan 2022. Say “Can we get January Offer” to your server to redeem. The deal can’t be used in conjunction with any other offer, including express lunch.

Globe Chorlton

The offer: 40% off food.

Terms and conditions: Available on Wednesdays and Thursdays only between 5pm and 9pm. Pre-book quoting 'January offer' to get the deal. Steak (and drinks) are not included.

Tre Ciccio

The offer: 25% off food.

Terms and conditions: Available Thursday to Monday (Altrincham) and Wednesday to Sunday (Ramsbottom). Book in advance quoting 'The January Sale'.

The Wild Goose

The offer: 25% off food and a free glass of wine or a cocktail.

Terms and conditions: Available Wednesday to Sunday throughout January (the restaurant is closed Mondays and Tuesdays). Book in advance online quoting ‘The January Sale’. One free wine or cocktail per person, available when a booking is made before 31 January.

NAM

The offer: 2 4 1 bao buns / Two courses and a drink for £25.

Terms and conditions: 2 4 1 bao bun offer only available on Mondays.

The Brasserie, Harvey Nichols

The offer: 30% off food.

Terms and conditions: Available from Monday to Thursday between 10am and 5pm throughout January.

El Gato Negro

The offer: Three tapas plates for £15.

Terms and conditions: Available all day Sunday to Thursday throughout January.

Canto

The offer: Three sharing plates for £15.

Terms and conditions: Available all day Sunday to Thursday throughout January.

Mecanica

The offer: £6 cocktails.

Terms and conditions: Available on all new menu cocktails, seven days a week throughout January.

Three Little Words

The offer: 50% off selected cocktails and spirits

Terms and conditions: Offer valid to selected cocktails and The Spirit of Manchester Distillery spirits. Offer valid all day Wednesdays and Thursdays, and until 7pm on Fridays throughout January.

The Bull and Bear

The offer: Two courses for £24.50 or three courses for £29.50.

Terms and conditions: Available Thursday to Saturday during lunch hours only throughout January.

Cottonopolis

The offer: Seven courses and a drink for £25.

Terms and conditions: Must be booked in advance, minimum table of two to get the deal.

The Ivy Spinningfields

The offer: Two courses for £28.95 or three courses for £34.95.

Terms and conditions: Available in the evenings only from 6 January to 10 February. A separate set lunch and early evening menu are also available earlier in the day, priced from £16.95.

Moxy Hotel

The offer: £5 cocktails

Terms and conditions: Available Monday to Friday between 5pm and 8pm throughout January.

Turtle Bay

The offer: £10 voucher to spend on food and drink

Terms and conditions: You must download the Turtle Bay app, then you will automatically receive a £10 voucher to spend on food and drink.

Lane 7

The offer: A Fat Hippo burger, drink, bowling and a game of your choice for £30.

Terms and conditions: Available throughout January. Ask for the 'Baller package'.

Sixes

The offer: Kids eat free.

Terms and conditions: Kids eat free when joined by an adult.

Lost Weekend

The offer: 2 for £10 cocktails / free gaming on selected days

Terms and conditions: Both offers are available Thursday, Friday and Saturday throughout January.

The Liar's Club

The offer:  2-4-£10 cocktails / £10 bottles of wine.

Terms and conditions: Offer available from Happy Hour until midnight, Sunday to Friday throughout January.

Feature image - Lust Luck / Almost Famous / Bab

]]> 260480 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/defibrillator-stolen-from-ambulance-crew-in-oldham-returned-following-online-appeal/ Mon, 03 Jan 2022 07:55:49 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=260795

The North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) has confirmed that its stolen defibrillator has now been returned "thanks to the power of social media".

In an appeal which took social media by storm, and was shared thousands of times, the NWAS urged the public to come forward with any information that could lead to the safe return of the piece of "vital life-saving equipment", which was taken from the scene of an incident in the first hour of the New Year.

The NWAS said that "an unknown individual" took the defibrillator from an ambulance vehicle on Union Street West in Oldham at about 00:15 GMT on Saturday 1 January.

The device - which is part of every ambulance's equipment - is used in life-threatening emergencies when people are in cardiac arrest, and a spokesperson for the NWAS also revealed that these defibrillators are "much larger than the community ones and those in public buildings", with "special training" required to use them.

"As well as being an expensive and necessary piece of equipment for any ambulance crew, using them incorrectly can cause serious harm and they can be potentially fatal in the wrong hands," the spokesperson continued.

The NWAS issued a public appeal for the device's return on Twitter on New Year's Day.

https://twitter.com/NWAmbulance/status/1477283363950051330?s=20

But now, "thanks to the power of social media" after thousands of people from far and wide joined members of the Greater Manchester public to spread the word, the NWAS said the defibrillator is now "back in service saving lives".

The vital piece of medical equipment was collected from Mr Fiaz Ali from Oldham.

Mr Ali spotted the defibrillator by the roadside a mile away from where it disappeared, and immediately recognised it and contacted the NWAS to arrange its safe return.

"When I saw it, I knew it was the one being talked about on social media and so I took it home for safekeeping and then immediately contacted the ambulance service," Mr Ali explained.

"One of my family members was taken ill not so long ago and the ambulance crew used one of these machines, so I knew how important it was [and] I’m glad it has been safely found and that I was able to help."

https://twitter.com/NWAmbulance/status/1477632688546848770?s=20

Oliver Mayor - Operations Manager for Tameside and Glossop at the NWAS - added: "We are very grateful to Mr Ali for his vigilance and the safe return of the defibrillator, which is in full working order and back on the road in one of our ambulances.

"I went to see him yesterday evening to collect it and thanked him personally for his help.

"We were overwhelmed with messages of support and offers to help from the public and are delighted to have it back with us."

The NWAS Trust also said it received offers of donations to replace the defibrillator by "kind-hearted members of the community".

The trust said it would like to thank everyone who helped aid in the device's safe return.

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PUBLIC APPEAL - Bring back our defibrillator! We are appealing for the safe return of a piece of vital, life saving equipment which was taken from the scene of an incident in the first hour of the new year. Read the full story: https://t.co/mjdxUAT4f8 pic.twitter.com/eknUTryN1c

— North West Ambulance Service (@NWAmbulance) January 1, 2022]]>

Thanks to the power of social media, our defibrillator is returned👏, read the full story: https://t.co/91u3KyAlBA pic.twitter.com/cDs9kjpBYQ

— North West Ambulance Service (@NWAmbulance) January 2, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/police-appeal-for-information-after-74-year-old-man-dies-in-e-scooter-collision-in-tameside/ Mon, 03 Jan 2022 09:37:54 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=260810

Greater Manchester Police is appealing for information after a man has sadly died following an e-scooter collision in Tameside.

Officers were called to reports of a collision on Springfield Road in Tameside at around 1.40pm on New Year's Day, and GMP has now confirmed that its enquiries established a 74-year-old man was riding an electric scooter down the road when he collided with two cars which were parked on the side of the road.

Emergency services attended, but it's been confirmed that the man was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

No arrests have been made at present, and enquiries are ongoing.

Following confirmation of the man's devastating passing, police have now issued a public appeal and are urging witnesses to come forward with any information, or car dash cam or CCTV footage of the incident if they have it.

"Our thoughts remain with the man's family as they come to terms with this incredibly tragic loss," said Sergeant Marie Eldred of GMP's Serious Collision Investigation Unit.

https://twitter.com/gmpolice/status/1477590089748434945?s=20

"This collision happened in the middle of the day.

"So we are hopeful that there are a number of witnesses who may have dash cam or CCTV footage to provide."

Read more: E-scooter sales are soaring - but what are the current laws in Greater Manchester?

Do you have any information that may be of use to enquiries currently ongoing?

Greater Manchester Police is asking witnesses to come forward with dash cam or CCTV footage and to contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 0161 856 4741, quoting incident number 2518 of 01/01/22.

Reports can also be made anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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#APPEAL | Police are appealing for information after a man has sadly died in a collision on Springfield Road in Tameside yesterday.

See the full story here: https://t.co/YoveOpyhh8 pic.twitter.com/qSk3fkDjIg

— Greater Manchester Police (@gmpolice) January 2, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/trending/drug-driver-has-car-seized-while-ordering-mcdonalds-after-escaping-police-chase/ Mon, 03 Jan 2022 10:36:50 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=260831

A drug driver has been arrested and had their car seized after believing they had escaped a police pursuit two days earlier.

Greater Manchester Police revealed that the driver of the vehicle in question - a blue Ford Focus - was involved in a pursuit on New Year's Eve, but unfortunately managed to lose officers at the time.

The driver was even confirmed to have driven through a park in attempts to flee officers.

But, although police may have unfortunately lost the whereabouts of the vehicle at the time of the pursuit, now, two days later, officers managed to catch up with the Ford and blocked it in as it went to order at an unnamed Greater Manchester branch of the popular fast food restaurant McDonalds.

Officers from GMP's Traffic unit confirmed in a post on Twitter that the driver was arrested on suspicion of drug driving.

And on top of that, they were also driving with no insurance.

https://twitter.com/gmptraffic/status/1477746851730407436?s=20

Explaining more about the successful vehicle seizing on Twitter yesterday, GMP Traffic said: "This Ford was pursued and lost on New Year's Eve when it drove through a park to get away [but] tonight it wasn't so lucky when we blocked it in as the occupants ordered their food at McDonalds.

"Driver arrested drug drive, no insurance, vehicle seized."

News of the incident has caught the attention of hundreds of people on social media since last night, with some choosing to make reference to the comical nature of the place the vehicle was seized, alongside praising officers.

"They didn't have a Happy Meal then," one person aptly commented.

Although it has been confirmed that the driver has now been arrested, police did not reveal where abouts the pursuit or the seizing of the vehicle occurred.

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This Ford was pursued and lost on New Year's Eve when it drove through a park to get away. Tonight it wasn't so lucky when we blocked it in as the occupants ordered their food at McDonalds. Driver arrested drug drive, no insurance. #fatal4 vehicle #seized pic.twitter.com/EIHNbiK9pj

— GMP Traffic (@gmptraffic) January 2, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/andy-burnham-responds-after-petition-against-clean-air-zone-charge-gets-over-16000-signatures/ Mon, 03 Jan 2022 12:25:28 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=260851

Andy Burnham has spoken out in response to a petition that's amassed over 16,000 signatures in opposition to the upcoming Clean Air Zone charge.

In case you haven't noticed, signs informing members of the public that the controversial scheme will begin to take effect from 30 May 2022 have been going up across the region over the last couple of months, with the roadside cameras to enforce the new policy across said to be being installed later on this year.

Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras will be used enforce any non-payment of daily charges that will come with the Greater Manchester Clean Air Zone.

The Greater Manchester Clean Air Zone is said to be "designed to protect everyone’s health by bringing harmful nitrogen dioxide air pollution at the roadside within legal limits as soon as possible."

While private cars, motorbikes, and mopeds won’t be affected, some vehicles that do not meet emissions standards - known as 'non-compliant vehicles' - will be charged to drive in the Clean Air Zone, with charges ranging from £7.50 for taxis and private hire vehicles, and £10 for vans and minibuses, all the way through to £60 for buses, coaches, and HGVs.

Daily charges will also occur for campervans and motorhomes too, depending on the tax class of the vehicle.

As much of the region has started to become more aware of the scheme since signs have gone up, and have begun to learn of the charges involved, this has thus prompted much critique and generated widespread conversation on how local businesses will be affected.

It has also resulted in a petition being set up in opposition to the scheme, which has since seen over 16,000 people and counted put their names to it.

The petition is aiming to "stop [the scheme] in its tracks".

"Can you remember being asked by [Andy Burnham] or anyone in Greater Manchester if you wanted this? We were not. What sort of democracy is that? We need to stop this in its tracks," the person who set up the petition exclaimed - and it has seen the Mayor of Greater Manchester himself respond on Twitter yesterday evening.

Mr Burnham said he "thought I owed everyone who has signed it the courtesy of a reply," to explain "where we go from here."

https://twitter.com/AndyBurnhamGM/status/1477618374817505282?s=20

He said in his response on Twitter: "Calling this 'Andy Burnham’s Clean Air Charge' implies two things: (1) that I instigated it; (2) that I have the legal power to stop it [but] neither is true as the Government initiated the process which led to this and only they have the power to stop it or delay it.

"This said, even the Government would struggle to scrap it.

"In 2015, the Supreme Court ruled: a) it had broken the law by failing to protect people from polluted air (b) urgent action must be taken. This led to the Government placing legal instructions on local councils [and] as a result, all 10 GM councils were directed to reduce air pollution by 2024.

"This is because analysis has shown all 10 GM boroughs have places where air pollution breaches legal limits.

"The Government’s direction sets a Category C zone as the default solution.

"One criticism of the GM scheme is its size. It’s true this is a local decision. In effect, our councils had little choice. The alternative - a patchwork of local zones across 10 boroughs - would be unworkable [as] boundaries would constantly change as pollution was transferred.

"While the decision rests with our councils, I was involved in all the discussions and together we agreed our best approach was to: exclude cars; accept a wide zone; and fight for financial support to help people change vehicles.

"After all, we’ll all benefit from cleaner air."

https://twitter.com/AndyBurnhamGM/status/1477630331557711878?s=20

The Mayor continued his statement in response on Twitter, before concluding that: "I believe the right way to go from here is for GM to fight as one for changes to the scheme to protect jobs and businesses.

"We will publish our proposals shortly as part of a GM campaign.

"We hope everyone who has signed this petition will feel able to get behind it."

You can find out more about the Clean Air Zone charges for different vehicles, and the financial support on offer here.

Featured Image - Sky News | Geograph (David Dixon)

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Given the number of names on this petition has gone over 10k, I thought I owed everyone who has signed it the courtesy of a reply.

So here is an explanation of how we got to this point and a suggestion of where we go from here. 🧵

1/9 https://t.co/DQXs6avevE

— Andy Burnham (@AndyBurnhamGM) January 2, 2022]]>

I believe the right way to go from here is for GM to fight as one for changes to the scheme to protect jobs and businesses.

We will publish our proposals shortly as part of a GM campaign.

We hope everyone who has signed this petition will feel able to get behind it. 👍🏻

9/9

— Andy Burnham (@AndyBurnhamGM) January 2, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/pupils-required-to-wear-face-masks-and-get-tested-as-they-return-to-school-today/ Tue, 04 Jan 2022 09:12:16 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=260883

Schools all across Greater Manchester and England are reopening their doors for the start of a new year today.

But this time, with some new COVID measures in place.

In a bid to help tackle the spread of the Omicron variant as children return to the classroom this week, all secondary school pupils in England will now have to wear a mask, both while in class and in all hallways and communal areas, and will also be expected to take a COVID test on-site once they arrive, as well as complete a test twice a week from home.

Some individual schools and local authorities in England had already required masks in classrooms, and face coverings were recommended in schools in England between 8 March and 17 May last year.

Face coverings in educational settings will be required until 26 January, according to Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi.

Not only that, but it's also been confirmed that the first week of term will even see Ofsted inspections paused, with schools having been encouraged to ask for a deferral if they are "significantly impacted by COVID-related staff absence".

The reopening of schools today comes after England and Scotland recorded a further 157,758 cases of the COVID-19 in the latest 24-hour period.

Several public services also had to resort to emergency plans to mitigate staff shortages.

https://twitter.com/educationgovuk/status/1478263685592371201?s=20

A return to school this week also comes after Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi said yesterday that said the government wants to make sure schools are given "as many tools to be able to make sure that education is open", but did admit that it was "more challenging to deliver education with masks on in the classroom".

"This is an aerosol-transmitted virus and if you're wearing a mask, if you're asymptomatic, then you're less likely to infect other people," Mr Zahawi told Sky News yesterday.

The government also said it would be making 7,000 air cleaning units available to early years settings, schools, and colleges.

Mr Zahawi added that the "most important thing" is to keep schools open and said that education was the "number one priority" for him and Prime Minister Boris Johnson and that they would do "everything in our power" to minimise disruption.

https://twitter.com/nadhimzahawi/status/1477969133195173889?s=20

The government is also said to be closely monitoring staff absences in schools, especially as that, coupled with rising infection rates at the end of last term, have led to fears of further disruption to education, with the four main teaching unions covering England, Wales, and Northern Ireland - ASCL, NAHT, NEU and NASUWT - plus the GMB and Unison, have issued a joint statement calling for urgent steps to help schools.

The statement said schools needed to avoid exam disruption for a third successive year, and remove uncertainty and additional workloads for students and teachers.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson yesterday admitted, while he was visiting a vaccine centre at Stoke Mandeville Stadium in Aylesbury, that while he was not happy about the plans for education settings, they were "necessary" for now.

He also said it was "very encouraging" to see children getting vaccinated before going back to school.

Featured Image - Pixabay (Alexandra Koch)

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Many schools and colleges are reopening this morning after Christmas.

We explain what pupils, students, parents and staff need to know about the measures in place to protect face-to-face learning, maximise attendance and minimise disruption to learning.https://t.co/GggPzkxGhs

— Department for Education (@educationgovuk) January 4, 2022]]>

Schools and colleges have done an incredible job to ensure face-to-face learning can continue.

Our measures against the Omicron variant will help keep Covid out of the classroom and pupils in school👇🏽 pic.twitter.com/xHahu5miE3

— Nadhim Zahawi (@nadhimzahawi) January 3, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/trending/three-greater-manchester-towns-rank-top-20-worst-places-to-live-in-england-in-2022/ Tue, 04 Jan 2022 10:14:07 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=260906

A controversial new 2022 ranking of the top 50 worst places to live in England is pretty grim reading for three Greater Manchester towns.

It's not exactly a title to flaunt with pride, but after a record-breaking 110,172 residents voted for their own towns and communities in the 2022 survey by online platform iLiveHere UK - which is conducted annually, with insights offered on what it's like to live there - Bolton, Rochdale, and Oldham have all earned themselves places in the top 20 list.

Rochdale takes the number 16 spot on the list, and is rather unfortunately summed up by residents as "a complete abomination occupying the map of greater Manchester", while "drugs, grooming and early death" is apparently what you can expect if you live in Oldham, according to its residents, as the town comes in at number 13th on the list.

Bolton claims the highest spot in the annual rankings, climbing 22 places to number 6.

The town is summarised by iLiveHere UK on the 2022 round-up as "the Mancunian dingleberry known as Bolton", and was apparently described by one of the poll's contributors this year as "the worst possible assault on the eye and mind possible in Britain".

Another contributor wrote: "Yes there are much worse places in Britain… but the seemingly endless rain exacerbates greatly the feeling of sadness, generalised grubbiness and pointlessness of this place."

We told you it was grim reading.

The top 50 list is unfortunately filled with what seems like all things Northern, with other North West towns and cities claiming places in the rankings including Liverpool, Blackpool, Blackburn, Burnley, and Accrington.

On a lighter note though, a town that has previously enjoyed "three glorious years of taking the crown" has been knocked off the top spot, with Peterborough being knocked down to 5th on the list and being replaced by the Buckinghamshire town of Aylesbury at number 1.

Aylesbury scored an impressive 25% more votes than its nearest competitor, Huddersfield, with locals saying the town's traffic jams were part of the "magnificent beauty" of the area, and "all part of the tour."

Read more: The top 10 ‘worst places to live’ in England in 2021 revealed

They said: "As you enter into Aylesbury, you find yourself in a traffic jam.

"Don’t worry, it’s all part of the tour. Being stuck in the traffic allows you to observe the magnificent beauty of all the ‘trashy citizens’ that live there."

Top 10 Worst Places to Live in England 2022

1. Aylesbury
2. Huddersfield
3. Luton
4. Liverpool
5. Peterborough
6. Bolton
7. Corby
8. Jaywick
9. Slough
10. Bradford

You can read the 2022 list of Top 50 Worst Places to Live in England 2022 here.

Featured Image - Geograph (John S Turner)

]]> 260906 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/manchester-restaurant-the-bull-and-bear-is-named-as-the-best-place-for-a-sunday-roast-in-the-uk/ Tue, 04 Jan 2022 11:28:33 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=260909

Three Greater Manchester restaurants have made it onto a list of the top 10 Sunday roasts in the UK, and one city centre business came in first place - proving once and for all that no one does a gravy dinner quite like us.

The Bull and Bear in Manchester's Stock Exchange Hotel was awarded the gong by reviewers Rate Good Roasts, topping the list of 10 and even beating London's 12:51 restaurant - run by Great British Menu winner James Cochran - to the top spot.

Sharing the news to their social media pages over the weekend, the restaurant, which features a menu created by chef Tom Kerridge (the man behind the only pub in the UK with two Michelin stars), said they were feeling "pretty proud" and thanked the team behind the scenes that had helped make it happen.

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Tom Kerridge also took to his own personal Twitter to share his pride in Isobel, Connor and the team, adding that it was "great to see them getting recognition for all the incredible work they do."

The restaurant's set Sunday roast menu, priced at £39.50 for two courses or three for £46.50, currently features indulgent mains like salted aged pork belly, dry-aged Hereford sirloin of beef, and confit autumn mushroom tart.

Each dish comes with its own selected sides, with additional add ons like crushed black pepper swede, buttered sprout tops, and cauliflower cheese all available for no extra cost.

Puddings, meanwhile, feature the likes of chocolate orange choux with hazelnut, Baileys ice cream and salted caramel sauce, “lemon meringue pie” with blackcurrant sorbet, and a cheese plate of truffled Baron Bigod, quince tart and truffle honey.

https://twitter.com/ChefTomKerridge/status/1477668073859653632

Two other Greater Manchester restaurants also made it into the top 10 list this year, with The Bank in Delph featured at number six and Ancoats' Edinburgh Castle ranking just behind at number seven.

Further afield, the north west performed very well overall with further high performing local entries including The Wheatsheaf Inn in Brigsteer, Cumbria and Crosby's Mustard and Co.

Ten different elements are considered when rating each restaurant, with that then converted into a percentage overall. As you can see, the Bull and Bear did extraordinarily well with a whopping 95% rating over all.

The only thing that saw them marked down was the price of the roast, but as we know you get what you pay for. - and value is arguably subjective when it comes to eating good quality, well-sourced food.

To see the full Bull and Bear roast menu click here. When the news was shared the restaurant said they still had a few spaces left for this Sunday, but we expect you'll want to move fast.

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So proud of Isobel, @connorgblack and the team at @bullandbearmcr
for coming top of a new survey of the best Sunday roasts across the UK Raising hands

Great to see them getting recognition for all the incredible work they do. #manchester #manchesterrestaurants pic.twitter.com/XTustXHG8h

— Tom Kerridge (@ChefTomKerridge) January 2, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/ryanair-flight-from-manchester-makes-emergency-landing-with-fire-on-board/ Tue, 04 Jan 2022 11:12:52 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=260938

A Ryanair flight that departed from Manchester last night had to make an emergency landing following reports of a 'fire on board'.

The plane was heading to Faro in Portugal but rapidly descended and landed at Brest airport in France instead.

Flight tracking software suggests that the plane descended from 41,000ft to 6,725ft in just seven minutes.

Photos and footage circulating on social media show the aircraft on the runway at Brest surrounded by fire crews and other emergency service vehicles.

https://twitter.com/thomasdrie49/status/1478105003537674244

The Ryanair flight first departed from Manchester at 6.33pm.

Less than an hour after take-off, as the plane flew over the English Channel, pilots began an unusually rapid descent.

Read more: Andy Burnham responds after petition against Clean Air Zone charge gets over 16,000 signatures

The plane dropped more than 34,000 ft in a short window of time between 7.14pm and 7.21pm.

A 7700 squawk code was issued, which alerts air traffic control of a major issue.

Ryanair is yet to comment on the incident.

Featured image: Wikimedia Commons

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737-800 Ryanair #FR4052 went down in emergency in brest due to a fire outside the aircraft, all passengers got out on a bus taken by the french police pic.twitter.com/0En5vgLasg

— thomas drié (@thomasdrie49) January 3, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/trending/snow-and-blizzard-winds-of-up-to-80mph-forecast-to-hit-parts-of-greater-manchester-this-week/ Tue, 04 Jan 2022 13:33:42 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=260942

Much of northern England is set to face localised blizzard conditions, winds of up to 80mph, and a yellow ice warning this week.

The latter end of 2021 certainly brought with it all manner of unpredictable weather conditions, including both Storm Arwen and Storm Barra, all before the country experienced what was described as "an exceptionally mild spell" and recorded the warmest ever New Year's Day since records began.

But now, temperatures are set to plummet this week - and snow could be on its way.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice for much of the North, including parts of Greater Manchester, from midnight on Friday (7 January) to 10am, and it appears to covers parts of Bolton, Bury, Rochdale, Oldham, and Wigan.

The warning also covers parts of Lancashire, West Yorkshire, Cumbria, Scotland, and Ireland too - with forecasters saying there could be "frequent sleet and snow showers" leading to some potential disruption to travel and difficult driving conditions, as per the definition of a Met Office yellow weather warning.

If Friday's forecast turns out to be true, the Met Office says that some roads and railways are likely to be affected, with longer journey times by road, bus, and train services, and there will also probably be some icy patches on untreated roads, pavements, and cycle paths

Some brief power outages are possible too, with a risk of isolated lightning strikes.

Warnings for these harsh conditions and temperatures dropping to close to and below sub-zero before this week is out comes after a yellow weather warning for ice was issued for Greater Manchester this morning (4 January) - a stark difference following the uncharacteristic warm spell.

Today is proving to be "noticeably colder across the whole of the country", the Met Office said, with temperatures peaking at 8°C.

https://twitter.com/metoffice/status/1478021581205032971?s=20

Brits are also being urged to check on their elderly neighbours as it begins to get colder, with Agostinho Sousa - a consultant in public health medicine at UKHSA - having warned that cold weather can have a "serious impact on health, particularly for older people and those with heart and lung problems".

He continued: "It's important to check on those who are more vulnerable to cold weather, including older neighbours or relatives - especially those living alone or those who have a serious illness.

"Remind them to heat their home to at least 18°C and to keep up to date with the forecast."

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Make sure you are #WeatherReady in the colder months. Cold weather can be a risk to your health especially if you are over 65 or have a long-term health condition. Your home should be heated to more than 18°C

More advice can be found here: https://t.co/IOCxyTLqh1 pic.twitter.com/kQ9boUZ35w

— Met Office (@metoffice) January 3, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/tv-showbiz/stay-close-filming-locations-around-manchester-as-new-netflix-crime-drama-tops-charts/ Tue, 04 Jan 2022 14:24:19 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=260961

Stay Close, Netflix's newest crime drama which has rocketed to the top of its most-watched list, was filmed all over the north west.

A huge chunk of the hit series was filmed around Manchester and its boroughs, with some familiar landmarks cropping up throughout.

Starring James Nesbitt, Cush Jumbo and Eddie Izzard, Stay Close was released on New Year's Eve on the streaming platform.

Its gripping plot follows four people, each concealing dark secrets from those closest to them.

The series is based on Harlan Coben's book of the same name - the author was also behind Netflix smash hit The Stranger.

And much like The Stranger, a lot of the filming locations in Stay Close are right here on our doorstep.

Impossible

There are a lot of dark happenings afoot at Vipers, the nightclub at the centre of much of Stay Close's plot.

While the outside scenes were all filmed in Formby, the majority of the action takes place inside.

And it's a bit closer to home - Netflix crews used Impossible bar on Peter Street to film all this, including the above scene with Michael Broome (James Nesbitt) and Lorraine Griggs (Sarah Parish).

The Refuge

In the very first episode of Stay Close, we see lead character Megan (Cush Jumbo) heading out on her hen do.

The bride-to-be and her pals were actually gathered in The Refuge, the huge Manchester bar that's part of the Kimpton Clocktower hotel building.

It's a pretty striking venue and an easy one to spot.

The Stoller Hall

One of Manchester's most striking concert venues - and also one of its most-recognisable - is The Stoller Hall.

The concert hall is part of the Chetham's School of Music, close to Manchester Victoria train station.

In Stay Close, it was used in a scene where copper Brian (Jack Shalloo) watches his daughter play piano.

Ashton-under-Lyne

Parts of Stay Close are set in a shop called Hannibal's Animals - which was given a makeover for filming.

The unit is actually in Ashton-under-Lyne, on the corner of Stamford Street Central and Warrington Street.

In real life, the Tameside retail unit is a carpet shop.

Arley Hall

In the final episode, we finally get to see the wedding of Megan and Dave.

Netflix chose the magnificent Arley Hall in Cheshire to film the big day.

The familiar building was also used in Peaky Blinders, where it doubled up as Tommy Shelby's house.

The Edwardian Manchester

Dave is led blind-folded through a rather familiar hotel lobby on the day of his stag do in Stay Close.

Eagle-eyed viewers may recognise the modern space as the entryway for The Edwardian Manchester, a Radisson Collection hotel on Peter Street.

The Drill Hall in Bury

The Grade II-listed Castle Armoury Drill Hall in Bury was also used by Netflix crews for Stay Close.

The historic military building was turned into Fourways Prison in several episodes of the hit series.

The Feathers

Back to Tameside again - and this time to a local boozer.

Film crews will often change the appearance of a business for TV, but The Feathers appears completely unchanged in Stay Close.

The pub is on Stamford Street Central in Ashton-under-Lyne.

Didsbury village

The incredible house used as Megan's home is actually in Manchester, and a lot of the action is set here.

The property is in the leafy suburb of Didsbury, not far from Wilmslow Road.

In the series, she lives in a massive house on Springdale Gardens.

Pokusevski

Any brunch addicts out there will have recognised this a mile off.

One of the early Stay Close episodes was filmed inside Pokusevski's, the popular cafe and deli in Heaton Moor.

Featured image: Netflix UK

]]> 260961 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/toys-r-us-confirms-early-2022-return-to-the-uk-in-new-update-to-fans/ Tue, 04 Jan 2022 14:48:10 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=260984

The iconic retailer Toys R Us has sent fans into a frenzy this week after it appeared to provide an update on its highly-anticipated UK return.

You may remember that the beloved toy shop chain broke hearts across nationwide when it sadly went bust back in 2018 and closed all stores in Greater Manchester and throughout the country due to a change in consumer habits and, like many traditional physical stores, a struggle to keep up with the rise of online shopping.

But back in October 2021, it was revealed that Toys R Us is set to open its physical doors in the UK once again.

It was announced that the brand would be making a "significant milestone".

It was revealed that it had signed a long-term exclusive licence agreement to relaunch bricks and mortar Toys R Us and Babies R Us stores across the UK, with a prediction that we would see them begin opening this year - and now it's been confirmed that the retailer's return, is in fact, coming "soon".

The UK Toys R Us website also appears to have been rebranded and updated to reflect its upcoming reopening, with a new anticipated announcement due to be released tomorrow (5 January) at 9am.

Social media has since been flooded with shoppers anticipating its return to the UK, following the update being sent out to fans via email and the website being updated.

Although it’s still unconfirmed at this point the exact date when, where, and how many stores will reopen across the country, tomorrow could reveal more.

Back when the return of Toys R Us was first announced back in October 2021, at that time, there was said to be a plan for web sales to UK shoppers to start first over the next several months, and initially, the company could look to operate out of existing locations in Australia while it works to establish local teams, offices, and logistics here.

Read more: Toys R Us announces its coming back to the UK in 2022

Speaking on the return of the retailer, Louis Mittoni - Head of Toys R US ANZ - said: "Tailoring our successful Australian relaunch plan to the UK echoes the success of other e-commerce 'platform play' businesses that have delivered growth and value due to their ability to quickly and cost effectively expand their software, processes, partner relationships and brands into new countries.

"Since Toys"R"Us' return to Australia in June 2019, we have scaled quickly as customers returned to the much-loved brand and our e-commerce model has proven its success.

"My team and I are looking forward to developing technical and commercial relationships with UK-based vendors and partners and to engage with the many loyal Toys 'R' Us former customers and fans in the UK."

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]]> 260984 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/a-person-called-999-to-ask-what-the-weather-would-be-like-on-their-hike-up-snowdon/ Tue, 04 Jan 2022 17:41:01 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261021

The police are pleading for people to stop making unnecessary 999 calls, with a list of time-wasting examples including a person asking for the weather forecast.

North Wales Police have publicly posted a series of inappropriate calls received on the emergency line.

One of those was of a person who dialled 999 to ask emergency responders for the weather forecast.

The caller in question had rung Mountain Rescue - which provides casualty care and crisis response - to see what the weather would be like before a hike.

They were planning a trip up Snowdon, a popular beauty spot and hiking destination for those living in the north west.

The person claimed they couldn't find an appropriate phone number to check the forecast.

The responder who answered the call told him: "Mountain Rescue wouldn't be able to give you that [information] anyway. They're a rescue.

"This isn't a reason to call 999 either."

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Other examples released by the police as part of their #ReduceDemand campaign include a person who had chipped a tooth, and another who was running low on diesel and didn't know where the nearest petrol station was.

One caller was worried about how drunk their friend was.

Superintendent Mark Williams said: "Each unnecessary call to us reduces time available for calls which are for genuine policing matters. It is also a waste of operators’ time and clogs up the pressured 999 system.

"Phoning 999 – which is an emergency line, for trivial matters such as to report a car with no wing mirror or to report last glasses is a complete waste of resources, and could possibly prevent a genuine life or death emergency call being put through.

"Other examples have included a 999 call being made due to someone not remembering their combination code to get into a safe.

Read more: Snow and blizzard winds of up to 80mph forecast to hit parts of Greater Manchester this week

"Calling 999 because of concern regarding a drunk friend is not a matter for the police. Although the person who rang us had genuine concern for their friend, we are unable to provide a taxi service to get people home safe."

You should generally only call 999 for the police if a life is in danger or someone is being physically threatened, or if you are witnessing a crime happening at the time, or think the offenders are still nearby.

Or if you witness or are involved in a serious road traffic collision where someone is badly injured, or other vehicles are causing an obstruction or a danger to other road users.

Otherwise, the 101 number deals with non-emergencies.

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]]> 261021 0 0 0 ]]> https://themanc.com/news/17-hospitals-in-greater-manchester-pause-non-urgent-surgeries-as-covid-cases-rise/ Wed, 05 Jan 2022 09:01:06 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261051

17 hospitals in Greater Manchester have taken the decision to pause some non-urgent surgeries and appointments.

It comes after COVID cases have "risen sharply" in the region.

Following the confirmation by Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) that in some hospitals in the region, more than one in five patients have COVID, and around 15% of hospital staff are off ill or isolating, the move to pause non-urgent surgeries has been described as "temporary measure" in a statement released by the Greater Manchester Health and Social Care Partnership.

The move will not affect cancer and urgent care - including cardiac surgery, vascular surgery, and transplantation. 

Speaking on the move, Fiona Noden - lead for elective care in the region and chief executive of Bolton NHS Foundation Trust - said: "This has been a very difficult decision and not one that we have taken lightly, but we've done it so we can keep people safe, can maintain the very best infection control measures, can make sure we deploy staff to where they're needed most and can keep looking after people who need urgent and emergency care, including cancer treatment.

"We would urge anyone with health concerns to continue to come forward for help and treatment in the usual way, using their local emergency department only for serious illnesses or injuries."

Manchester Royal Infirmary, Salford Royal, and North Manchester General are among the 17 hospitals pausing non-urgent surgeries.

The full list of hospitals affected are:

• Royal Bolton Hospital
• Fairfield General Hospital
• Manchester Royal Infirmary
• Manchester Royal Eye Hospital
• University Dental Hospital of Manchester
• St Mary’s Hospital
• North Manchester General Hospital
• The Royal Oldham Hospital
• Salford Royal Hospital
• Stepping Hill Hospital
• Tameside General Hospital
• Trafford General Hospital
• Royal Albert Edward Infirmary
• Wrightington Hospital
• Leigh Infirmary
• Wythenshawe Hospital
• Macclesfield District General Hospital

Greater Manchester Combined Authority said COVID admissions are "rising sharply" in the region, from 126 on 19 December, to 359 on 2 January, and that inpatient diagnoses more than tripled from 193 to 738, adding: "There are also outbreaks in an increasing number of care homes, which is affecting how people are discharged from hospital.

"The bed modelling suggests these challenges may get worse, not better, in the next week or two."

The move by Greater Manchester hospitals follows similar precautions are already being brought in by hospital trusts covering Blackpool and Morecambe Bay in Lancashire, and comes as multiple hospitals across the country declared critical incidents over the weekend amid warnings the NHS is "in a state of crisis".

By declaring an internal critical incident, hospital trusts are able to get assistance from nearby hospitals and other NHS trusts.

They can also increase co-operation between health care centres.

Chris Hopson - Chief Executive of NHS Providers - said that declaring a critical internal incident allows hospital trusts to "carry on providing the services that it needs to provide, particularly the critical and essential services".

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One of Manchester's most popular Indian restaurants has closed its Oxford Road site just three years after opening.

Mowgli has confirmed that its University Green restaurant has shut down, though it will continue to operate from the Corn Exchange in the city centre.

The Indian street food business opened its site here in 2019, filling it with swing seats and twinkling fairy lights.

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The Indian street food business was launched by barrister-turned-chef Nisha Katona in Liverpool in 2014.

It quickly expanded into Manchester and opened its Corn Exchange restaurant in 2015.

Since then, Mowgli's success has exploded, with 13 sites across the country and four more in the pipeline.

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It's finally happening.

You'd absolutely be forgiven for thinking the headline to this article isn't real, especially after it's been teased so many times in the past, and we'd practically resigned ourselves to accepting it would never happen - but after a whopping 11 years since Manchester's most famous band, Oasis, last stepped out on stage to perform together on 28 August 2009, Liam and Noel Gallagher have confirmed they will reunite for a huge gig this summer at a location that's almost synonymous with the band.

Liam Gallagher made the historic announcement on Twitter this morning.

Announcing the pair's return to the iconic Knebworth Park - the scene of Oasis' most-famous gigs back in 1996 - Liam said in his tweet: "

Noel also took to to break the news fans thought they'd never hear.

He said in his post: "

It was already known that the elder Gallagher brother would be making a historic return to Knebworth on 4 June 2022, after it was announced back in October 2021 to coincide with the release of his third studio solo album 'C’MON YOU KNOW'.

Read more: Liam Gallagher is returning to Knebworth for HUGE gig

In typical Gallagher fashion, Liam said at the time that he was "absolutely buzzing" to be returning to Knebworth, and assured fans that the gig would be "biblical".

The Knebworth Park performance in Hertfordshire in June 2022 was already set to be the biggest of Liam Gallagher‘s solo career to date, just as the famous concerts were for Oasis when they played to over 250,000 people over two nights 25 years ago.

But now, Noel will join him.

The Gallagher brothers' official reuniting on stage comes after a highly-anticipated documentary that was executively produced by the pair - titled - Oasis Knebworth 1996 - was released back in September 2021 to mark the 25th anniversary of the band’s legendary August 1996 shows.

The feature-length film is made up of never-before-seen archive concert and backstage footage from the gigs, with additional interviews with the band and concert organisers.

Read more: New Oasis ‘Knebworth’ documentary produced by Liam and Noel is coming

The Gallagher brothers have famously been estranged from one another ever since the band split in 2009, which came after a confrontation at the Rock en Seine festival in France, but followed years of rising tensions and conflict between the pair.

This is a BREAKING NEWS story - More to follow.

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]]> 263472 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/the-best-things-to-do-in-greater-manchester-this-week-10-16-january-2022/ Fri, 07 Jan 2022 07:06:48 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261008

2022 is here, and the new year is finally getting underway.

Once the hustle and bustle of December's festivities have died down, January often tends to be a much quieter month that gives us the chance to reset and recharge for the year ahead. But although it may be a quieter month, that doesn't mean is has to be a boring one - especially not in Greater Manchester.

So we've cherry-picked a few of the best things happening across the region this week to put together another fresh edition of our 'what’s on' guide for the city of Manchester and beyond.

Some of the events we’re going to mention here are completely free - perfect for that post-Christmas bank balance - while others will set you back a few pounds, and many will need to be booked in advance.

But plenty are still taking COVID-safety measures to give you peace of mind though.

Here's our top picks.

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Van Gogh Alive

MediaCityUK

Monday 10 January - 27 February

Over 100,000 people have been to visit the Van Gogh Alive experience since it arrived at MediaCity UK a couple of months back.

And it's now extended its Salford stay right through until 27 February.

Van Gogh Alive takes people on a trip through the periods of Van Gogh’s life that defined him as an artist and showcases 3,000 images, including some of his most iconic works like Starry Night and Sunflowers, and lesser-known paintings inspired by his love of Japanese woodprints. The exhibition is home to a life-sized walk-in representation of Van Gogh’s ‘Bedroom in Arles’ painting, a ‘Sunflower selfie room’ - a 360° mirrored space complete with hundreds of sunflowers, and so much more

Tickets are priced at £23.50 for adults and £16.50 for children, with concessions and school group discounts available. Visitors to the exhibition will have the opportunity to make a donation to The Christie charity either when purchasing tickets, or while at the exhibition.

You can find out more here.

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Veganuary

Manchester City Centre

Monday 10 - 31 January

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Manchester is one of the best places in the country to eat out if you’re trying to go vegan - be that for Veganuary, or any other time of the year.

The city has an absolute slew of dedicated vegan restaurants, serving up everything ranging from ‘dirty’ plant-based fast food to sit-down gastropub and fine dining-style restaurants, giving those exploring a plant-powered diet a real boost when it comes to eating out. But beyond that, you can even trust that most restaurants in the city - even if they’re not designed for vegans - will have one or two suitable dishes on their menu.

Veganuary 2022 could be a more perfect time to find out what Manchester's plant-based foodie scene is all about.

Check out our list of the best places to find vegan food in Manchester here.

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Cancer Revolution: Science, innovation, and hope

Science and Industry Museum

Monday 10 January - onwards

A world-first free exhibition that’s set to explore the revolution in science that is transforming cancer care has opened at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester.

The Science Museum Group has partnered with expert partner Cancer Research UK for the curation of the new exhibition at what is a key moment in time when one in two of us will be diagnosed with cancer in our lifetime, but more of us than ever before are living longer and better with the disease.

Cancer Revolution: Science, innovation, and hope is the first “major object-rich exhibition” to reveal the past, present and future of how cancer is prevented, detected and treated.  

Through never-before seen objects and stories, cutting edge treatment and research, reflection, new artist commissions and installations, film, photography, interactive exhibits and a breadth of personal stories, the museum says the exhibition will present the stories of people affected by cancer and those who study and treat it.

You can find more information about the exhibition here.

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The Glade of Light Memorial

Manchester City Centre

Monday 10 January - onwards

Have you seen that the memorial for the 22 people who died in the Manchester Arena terror attack has now finally opened to the public?

The Glade of Light has been created close to the Manchester Cathedral as a living memorial.

The peaceful garden space is centred around a Hawthorn tree, which will burst into white blooms every year at around the time of the anniversary in May. A white marble ‘halo’ is the memorial’s centrepiece, engraved with the names of the 22 people who lost their lives in the attack on 22 May 2017.

The families of the victims have even been able to place memory capsules filled with mementos and messages inside the halo too.

You can find out more about visiting the Glade of Light Memorial here.

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Snorkel with Sharks

SEA LIFE Manchester

Tuesday 11 January

Fancy trying something new in 2022? Time to conquer your fears?

SEA LIFE Manchester has launched a new snorkel cage experience that's letting people get closer than ever have before to more than 1,000 creatures of the deep at the Trafford Centre-based marine life aquarium.

Snorkel with Sharks is a one-hour surface snorkelling adventure.

Suitable for swimmers age 10+, the session includes a full briefing, introduction to the incredible creatures you can expect to see, and 20 minutes snorkelling in the purpose-built shark cage. 

You can find more information and book your tickets here.

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GRUB Food Fair and Plant Powered Sundays

Cheetham Hill

Friday 14 - Sunday 16 January

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2022 may be a new year, but two of the most popular foodie favourite events are back once again at at Manchester’s largest street food fair GRUB - which is currently based at the Red Bank Project just outside of the city centre in Cheetham Hill.

On Friday and Saturday, the GRUB Food Fair this week will see the likes of Rise, San San, Soka, and Paradiso Authentic Italian serve a wide range of mouthwatering delights for you to try, while on Sunday, whether you're plant based, participating in Veganuary, or just curious, there'll be handful of the finest vegan food traders there for Plant Powered Sundays to show you what it's all about.

You can find more information here.

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Coffee Lovers Class

Food Sorcery

Sunday 16 January

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Didsbury’s very-own cookery school, Food Sorcery, is hosting a special class where you can learn some fun facts and even a little bit of science about coffee.

During this three-hour session that's suitable for all abilities, you'll learn the differences in techniques used to make the perfect coffee, find out what'll work best for you at home and how to use all the kit that you bought and have tucked away in the back of the cupboard.

There'll be plenty of opportunities to practise your skills and even try a little latte art to impress your friends, too.

You can find more information, and book your place here.

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Looking to keep your pennies in your pocket this January?

Despite many of our Christmas parties and plans getting cancelled, December was still pretty expensive for a lot of us, but if you’re also looking at your post-festivities bank balance and panicking that you’ll have to spend January in hibernation, then think again.

Greater Manchester is great at delivering amazing things to do that are completely free of charge.

From walks, to cultural fixes, feeding the region's farm animals, and so much more, there’s loads you can do without spending a penny.

You can read our list of the best free things to do in Greater Manchester here.

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Need more of a reason to get excited about what's in store for 2022?

2021 may not have exactly gone to plan, but our buzzing region is looking forward to the year ahead with some seriously exciting things on the horizon, and Marketing Manchester - the organisation that incorporates our tourism board and the official website visitmanchester.com - has once again pulled together a list of things to get excited about in the year ahead.

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The round-up list includes everything from outdoor experiences and cultural developments, to hospitality openings, events, and so much more.

You can read the list of 22 things to look forward to in Greater Manchester in 2022 here.

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Fancy making the most of all the January deals, discounts, and offers in Manchester's cafes, bars, and restaurants?

January is typically a time when many vow to change their eating habits.

But even the most committed dieter should be tempted by these Manchester restaurant deals, discounts and offers.

Whether you are starting a new diet, ditching alcohol, or trying out Veganuary, that’s no reason to stay at home – not when you’ve got January dining (and drinking) offers floating around like this.

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From vegan restaurants running their 50% off deals right into February, to some top Manchester restaurants offering huge deals on food AND drink, plus half-price burgers, burritos, kebabs and more, keep reading to discover the best January restaurant deals to take advantage of in 2022.

You can find out more about what's on offer here.

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Keen to challenge yourself in 2022?

Fancy setting some new fitness goals? Reckon you’re up for a 10K, or even a Half Marathon? It doesn’t have to be running, though - perhaps you’d prefer to tackle something else entirely?

A lot of us will already have our New Year’s resolutions picked out and lined up, but if you’re really up for a test this year, then did you know that one of Manchester’s most iconic charities is offering an ideal incentive to get going by giving The Manc’s readers and followers an exclusive opportunity to get £25-worth of entry fees to any sponsored event refunded if they choose to commit to raising some worthy funds in its name.

We Love MCR Charity wants to help ambitious Mancunians achieve their goals.

You can find out more here.

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]]> 261008 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/around-a-million-people-are-thought-to-be-self-isolating-across-the-uk-right-now/ Wed, 05 Jan 2022 10:52:20 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261075

Health ministers said they believe there is likely "about a million people" in self-isolation across the UK right now.

Following the televised Downing Street news conference held by Prime Minister Boris Johnson yesterday, Health Minister Gillian Keegan made an appearance on Sky News this morning to discuss the rising number of COVID cases across the UK.

Official figures released yesterday showed that the UK recorded 218,724 positive cases over COVID-19 in the latest 24-hour period.

Ms Keegan therefore made the self-isolation numbers prediction based off this.

"We don't actually collect that data on a daily basis, but it's obvious if you look at how many people tested positive yesterday, about 215,000, that they'll all be self-isolating and obviously from the previous days," Ms Keegan told Sky News this morning.

"So it's about a million people probably are self-isolating right now."

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The predicted figures of those in self-isolation comes as it is understood, and has been reported in The Telegraph and several other national media outlets, that the government is expected to make changes to testing rules today, which means that those who test positive on Lateral Flow Tests will no longer need a follow-up PCR to confirm.

Awaiting PCR results is said to be a cause of delay to the official start of isolation for hundreds of thousands of people.

At present, people without symptoms who test positive on a Lateral Flow test are asked to order a PCR test, and are then told to only begin their isolation period when they get the PCR result, which effectively requires them to isolate for longer than seven days.

Growing delays in getting PCR test results have also been widely reported across the UK.

But, it has now been reported that health officials have drawn up plans to limit PCR tests to those showing symptoms, which will allow those who are asymptomatic - about 40% of cases - to return to work more quickly.

People who test positive on lateral flows will still need to isolate for at least seven days, and Ms Keegan told Sky News that people will need to register their positive Lateral Flow results.

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The news of the expected number of people currently in self-isolation also follows the confirmation that 17 hospitals in Greater Manchester have taken the "temporary measure" to pause some non-urgent surgeries and appointments, largely due to staff shortages after COVID cases have "risen sharply" in the region.

Manchester Royal Infirmary, Salford Royal, and North Manchester General are among the 17 hospitals pausing non-urgent surgeries.

Read more: 17 hospitals in Greater Manchester pause non-urgent surgeries as COVID cases rise

The predicted current self-isolation numbers also come after multiple hospitals across the country declared critical incidents over the weekend amid warnings the NHS is "in a state of crisis", as well as a growing number of industries - including education, public transport, retail, hospitality, and NHS and healthcare - reporting being affected with mass staff shortages.

Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) said that in some hospitals in our region, more than one in five patients have COVID, and around 15% of hospital staff are off ill or isolating.

Looking nationally, the chief executive of the NHS Confederation said there are "unprecedented" health worker shortages, while staff still able to come in are said to be "exhausted" after giving up their days off.

Prime Ministers Questions (PMQs) will commence in the House of Commons at 12pm today.

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Award-winning pie company Great North Pie is opening a pie and mash cafe in Manchester this year.

Set to arrive on the cobbles of Little David Street in spring, the cafe will be the first to move into the long-forgotten avenue as it is brought back to life this year by the developers behind KAMPUS.

Putting some modern touches on the traditional pie and mash cafe, Great North Pie will serve up all the traditional favourites like classic Lancashire cheese and onion, roast chicken and mushroom, and 14 hour braised beef and ale alongside a regularly-changing selection of seasonal specials.

Previous specials at other Great North Pie cafes have included a macaroni and cheese pie, various fish pies (a favourite being the smoked mackerel, horseradish and mustard pie), a steak and kidney steam suet pudding, and a corned beef and potato pie.

As for sides with your pies, think lashings of gravy, signature mushy peas with mascarpone, and plenty of buttery mash.

Alongside a great selection of hand-crafted pies, diners will also find a full drinks menu celebrating local brewers and distillers - with the option to choose a matching beer or glass of prosecco to go with their chosen dish.

Seating will be available inside and out, with a covered outdoor patio stretching out onto the cobbles and looking over both the Bridgewater canal and Kampus garden.

The café will open from 9am until late.

Husband and wife team Neil and Sarah Broomfield started Great North Pie ten years ago, making pies in their home kitchen for local farmers markets.

The business is now one of the North West’s success stories with cafes in Altrincham and Ambleside in the Lake District. The pair also act as judges for the Great British Pie Awards and were recently named as finalists in Radio 4’s Food & Farming Awards.

Co-owner and pie-maker Neil said that both he and Sarah had always wanted a base in the city centre, it was simply a matter of finding the right place - and now it seems that they have.

"It had to be somewhere intimate and cosy and Kampus really nails that laid back vibe.," he said.

Promising "great northern pies and mash, with loads of gravy", he says they'll be keeping things simple at the new cafe and are looking forward to being part of an independent community with the "mix of independent traders that are coming."

Little David street, which is part of the Kampus neighbourhood being developed by HBD and Capital&Centric, is thought to be one of the only untouched cobbled streets in Manchester.

Development plans for the street see it set to become a hub of bars, cafes, shops and restaurants - with Great North Pie expected to be the first arrival of many.

Adam Brady, HBD said: “Great North Pie is something of an institution when it comes to pie and
mash and it’s amazing to welcome them to the Kampus community.

"They’re the first to sign up at Little David Street which will have cafes, bars and shops all spilling out onto the beautiful cobbles,giving it an almost European feel.

It’s exciting to see how the Kampus neighbourhood is growing, whether you live here or not there’ll be something for everyone, and there’s lots more to come. There’s really going to be nowhere else like it in the city.”

Great North Pie is the latest name to join Kampus which, with the likes of Nell’s, General Store,
Pollen and Beeswing also signed up, is fast becoming a hub for local foodie independents.

Kampus' is a mix of old and new, with developers having made use of historic buildings that have lain derelict for years.

It sits right next to the famous Canal Street in Manchester’s Gay Village and is just minutes from Piccadilly Station.

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]]> 261077 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/the-glade-of-light-memorial-to-victims-of-the-manchester-arena-attack-opens-today/ Wed, 05 Jan 2022 10:22:28 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261081

A memorial for the 22 people who died in the Manchester Arena terror attack will open to the public today.

The Glade of Light has been created close to the Manchester Cathedral as a living memorial.

The peaceful garden space is centred around a Hawthorn tree, which will burst into white blooms every year at around the time of the anniversary in May.

A white marble 'halo' is the memorial's centrepiece, engraved with the names of the 22 people who lost their lives in the attack on May 22, 2017.

The families of the victims have been able to place memory capsules, filled with mementos and messages, inside the halo.

The work has been taking place since March last year to build a space for reflection that honours those affected.

The fences surrounding the Glade of Light are being taken down today to allow public access for the first time.

Family members of those killed have been allowed to visit earlier.

An official opening event will take place in spring, ahead of the fifth anniversary.

The Glade of Light has been designed by BCA Landscape and Smiling Wolf and filled with plants that grow in the UK's countryside, with year-round colour.

Seating has also been included around the outer part of the garden to allow people to linger.

Councillor Bev Craig, leader of Manchester City Council, said: "We will never forget those whose lives were lost on 22 May 2017.

"They already had a permanent place in the hearts of Manchester people. Now they have a lasting memorial in the heart of our city.  

"The Glade of Light is a beautiful tribute to them and somewhere which will also have profound meaning for everyone affected by the attack.

"We hope the memorial site will be a place of peace and comfort, standing as a reminder that love is stronger than hate."

Joanne Roney OBE, chief executive of Manchester City Council, said: "The Glade of Light is a visible demonstration that we will never forget what happened on 22 May 2017.

Read more: 17 hospitals in Greater Manchester pause non-urgent surgeries as COVID cases rise

"It has been no ordinary project for everyone involved in its creation. We hope the love which has gone into creating it shines through."

The memorial is located between Manchester Cathedral and Chetham’s School of Music, at the foot of Fennel Street where it meets Victoria Street.

A charitable trust is being set up to oversee the ongoing maintenance of the memorial.

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]]> 261081 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/2022-is-the-year-to-skip-dry-january-and-support-your-local-pub/ Wed, 05 Jan 2022 15:11:10 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261123

If you wanted an excuse to get out of dry January this year, do it for your local pub.

The end of 2021 saw most English pubs suffer huge losses, with takings falling as much as 60% in some venues compared with 2019 revenues, said UK Hospitality.

With December equal to three months' takings in the sector, the effect has been devastating for Manchester's pubs, which find themselves needing your support now more than ever.

For those who can't bring themselves to commit to Dry January, this is the perfect out.

For others who really do want to cut back on their alcohol intake, that's fine too, but hospitality bosses are asking people to consider going out for a meal or opting for a low or no alcohol alternative as a way of offering support.

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UK Hospitality figures show that business had been nearing pre-pandemic levels before the arrival of the Omicron variant and a collapse in consumer confidence that lead to widespread cancellations and huge losses during a key period for hospitality.

It seems that most Brits chose to stay at home on both sides of Christmas, with sales down, on average, 60% on Christmas Day, 25% on Christmas Eve and 35% on Boxing Day - meaning many venues haven't had the chance to build up the usual cash reserves that help see them through the 'dry' period at the start of the new year.

Kate Nicholls, the trade body's chief executive, told The Guardian: “I think we could definitely dispense with it [dry January].”

Calling on people who might typically avoid alcohol at this year to try something else, such as a low (or no) alcohol drink or opting to visit a pub for a meal, she added: “This year, there are an awful lot more non-alcoholic options available that are really good quality, so there’s no excuse not to go out and support your local hospitality business.”

Manchester's Night Time Economy Adviser Sacha Lord has also joined calls to support pubs this January, taking to Twitter to urge people: "With the decimation of Xmas cancellations... If there was ever a time to support your local independents... It's now."

Others have been even more outspoken about ditching Dry January altogether, such as Paul Foster, the chef-owner of Michelin restaurant Salt, who tweeted simply: "Sack off dry January and support your favourite pubs."

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In response to a person that replied "I believe it's possible to go to a pub and not drink alcohol." he agreed, but made the point that there is "very little money in that for pubs."

Perhaps that is the case for soft drinks, but when it comes to low and no alcohol beers, cocktails, wines and spirits, the margin is actually pretty good.

Sales of low and no alcohol have been on the rise since 2019, especially amongst beer drinkers - who are generally of the opinion that the offerings have vastly improved in recent years. Due to the rise in popularity, consumers now generally accept that they will be paying a similar price for a low alchohol alternative, too.

Read more: All the January Manchester restaurant deals, discounts and offers you need in 2022

Of course, going out and supporting pubs is all well and good, but other measures also need to be put in place - buying pints and pies isn't going to save the sector all on its own.

There have been consistent calls from hospitality bosses for a renewed commitment from the government to keep VAT at 12.5%, as well as calls for enhanced rates relief for the sector.

And whilst bosses seem to mostly agree that restrictions should be kept to a minimum, they also add that further support would be needed if additional measures do come into force here in England.

Feature image - Adam Pester Photo / Tom's Chop House

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Sack off dry January and support your favourite pubs.

— Paul Foster (@Paulfosterchef) December 30, 2021]]>

This is not the year for dry January, support your local pubs

— Adam Dooley (@_adamdooley) January 5, 2022]]>

Agreed, support hospitality, give up drinking alone at home

— mark readman (@markjreadman) December 31, 2021]]>

With the decimation of Xmas cancellations...

If there was ever a time to support your local independents...

It's now.

— Sacha Lord (@Sacha_Lord) January 4, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/trending/cadbury-has-hidden-half-and-half-creme-eggs-worth-up-to-10000-in-shops-across-the-uk/ Wed, 05 Jan 2022 13:18:36 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261128

It may seem a little early to be talking about Easter-themed chocolate, but Cadbury has revealed that Creme Eggs are back.

But this year, there's a bit of a twist.

Now that the legendary confectionary brand's iconic chocolate eggs have once again reappeared on shelves at the turn of the year, a handful of eagle-eyed shoppers with a sweet tooth could be in for an extra sweet treat of up to £10,000 if they're lucky enough to find one of the 146 "rare" Creme Eggs hidden by Cadbury.

The special new eggs are made of half milk and half white chocolate, with the classic Creme Egg filling inside.

They have been hidden as part of Cadbury’s ‘How Do You Not Eat Yours’ competition.

Only six Creme Eggs of the 146 hidden by Cadbury are actually worth £10,000 and these can be found in supermarket retailers such as Asda, Co-op, Sainsbury’s, Tesco, and Morrisons.

Then there are also three eggs worth £5,000, which can be found in Waitrose, One Stop, and Booker, four eggs worth £1,000 hidden in Boots and Iceland stores, and then finally, there are another 12 eggs worth £500, which can be found hidden in Poundland stores across the UK.

The remaining hidden eggs will then will you £50 each.

There's a bit of a catch though, as from the prized hidden eggs don't look any different from the regular Creme Eggs that we know and love as they're wrapped inside the same wrapper, so you'll only know if you've been lucky enough to win once you opened it.

So, how do you claim your winnings once you've found one of the hidden eggs?

Well, the premise is simple - if you're lucky enough to bag one of the half-and-half eggs, you will have to resist eating it and instead, call the number on the tin foil wrapping to register the win.

Read more: Cadbury has hidden 200 Gold Creme Eggs in shops across the UK

When you call the number, you will then be asked a series of verification questions - including where you bought the egg, the code on the wrapper, and the location and date of purchase - and you may even be required to send photographic proof of you "not eating your winning egg" to Cadbury too, so don't be trying to take a sneaky nibble.

The competition will run until 17 March, with prize winners claiming their winnings by 17 June, and you can find a list of hiding place hints on the Cadbury website here.

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]]> 261128 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/starbucks-is-now-offering-all-milk-alternatives-for-free-in-the-uk/ Wed, 05 Jan 2022 15:34:03 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261144

Starbucks has announced that all dairy alternatives are now available at no extra charge at branches right across the UK.

The popular chain is ringing in the new year with a whole host of new menu options, as well as by offering each of its non-dairy choices for free in any drink at any of its 1,020 UK stores for the first time ever.

Starbucks UK serves five dairy alternative options - oat, soya, almond, coconut, and its exclusive Starbucks Original™ Nut Blend, which specially crafted to pair with espresso and deliver "velvety foam with an oh so creamy flavour".

But up until now, the only diary alternative free of charge was soya.

As Starbucks says that customisation of drinks is at its core, this latest menu change will not only provide more opportunities to personalise a drink to how you like it, but also make it even easier for customers to choose whichever dairy alternative or milk they prefer, all year round.

This new change may have arrived just in time for Veganuary, but this isn't the only time that Starbucks has catered for those with dairy allergies / intolerances, or following vegan diets.

Last year, Starbucks introduced a vegan alternative to whipped cream - the Vegan Whipped Topping.

A vegan reformulation of the Pumpkin Spice Latte was introduced in 2019 too.

Alongside the now-free dairy alternative range, Starbucks has launched a brand-new "beverage innovation" that’s all about the oat.

Arriving in three "bold and vibrant" flavours - Strawberry & Vanilla, Honey & Hazelnut and Dark Cocoa & Orange - each handcrafted coffee in the new range has oat dairy alternative at its core, which is said to "enhance the distinctive flavour combination".

Starbucks also teased new dairy alternative drinks for future seasons as part of its ongoing work to expand our plant-based menu too.

And those aren't the only thing that's new to the menu for 2022 either.

Starbucks new vegan and veggie food options include the brand-new and exclusive Tu’NAH Sandwich - which is made with Starbucks' first plant-based fish alternative - as well as new plant-based sweet treats, such as the Pecan & Caramel Brownie, Carrot Cake, and the Chocolate & Caramel Muffin too.

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]]> 261144 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/follow-up-pcr-tests-scrapped-for-asymptomatic-people-who-test-positive-on-lateral-flows/ Wed, 05 Jan 2022 14:37:25 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261151

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed that asymptomatic people in England who test positive on lateral flow tests will no longer need a follow-up PCR to officially begin their isolation period.

This change will take effect from 11 January.

At present, people without symptoms who test LFT positive are asked to order a PCR test, and are then told to only begin their isolation period when they get the PCR result, which effectively requires them to isolate for longer than seven days.

Awaiting PCR results is said to be a cause of delay to the official start of isolation for hundreds of thousands of people.

Growing delays in getting PCR test results have also been widely reported across the UK.

The announcement by the UKHSA today comes after Health Minister Gillian Keegan this morning said that there is likely "about a million people" currently in self-isolation across the UK right now, after official figures released yesterday showed that the UK recorded 218,724 positive cases over COVID-19 in the latest 24-hour period.

Read more: Around ‘a million people’ are thought to be self-isolating across the UK right now

People experiencing the three official COVID symptoms, which are a high temperature, a new, continuous cough and a loss or change to your sense of smell or taste - will still be expected to get a PCR, however, but for those who don't not show any of those symptoms when the LFT shows positive, will not have to get a follow-up PCR, the UKHSA has confirmed.

This change would allow those who are asymptomatic - about 40% of cases - to return to work more quickly.

According to the UKHSA, this change is just a "temporary measure" while COVID rates remain high and continue to rise across the UK and will free up capacity in laboratories for PCR tests for those who do have symptoms.

People who test positive on lateral flow tests will still need to isolate for at least seven days, and register their positive results.

Read more: 17 hospitals in Greater Manchester pause non-urgent surgeries as COVID cases rise

"While cases of COVID continue to rise, this tried and tested approach means that LFTs can be used confidently to indicate COVID-19 infection without the need for PCR confirmation," explained Dr Jenny Harries - Chief Executive at UKHSA.

"It remains really important that anyone who experiences COVID-19 symptoms self-isolates immediately," she concluded.

Featured Image - Unsplash (John Cameron)

]]> 261151 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/manchester-yet-again-grabs-coveted-spot-in-top-10-places-for-a-city-break-in-2022/ Wed, 05 Jan 2022 16:47:57 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261196

Condé Nast Traveller has revealed its top 10 list of UK city breaks for 2022, and Manchester has once again made the cut.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to make itself known, many of us seem keen more than ever to explore everything the British Isles has to offer, instead of further afield, and so, the team of editors at the travel arm of the renowned media company have joined forces to give their opinions on the best UK cities to hit up in 2022.

This year, a total of 13 of the country’s cities have been singled out for praise in the list, with Manchester proudly taking the sixth spot.

Last year, Manchester nabbed the fifth spot - but we'll take it.

Each of the cities have been given a tagline that encapsulates the best they have to offer, and Manchester has been named "the foodie city" after being said to have upped its culinary game over the past few years.

Explaining why Manchester has been awarded sixth place on the list, Rick Jordan - from the team of editors at Condé Nast Traveller - said: "Recent openings include Dishoom, the four-storey Ivy Spinningfields, with a rare rooftop bar and separate Asian restaurant, and Mana, from ex-Noma chef Simon Martin, with reindeer moss and bark on the menu."

Nearby Stockport was also given a bit of praise, thanks to The Produce Hall in its Victorian market and for the "wonderful, tasting-menu-only" When The Light Gets In.

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As well as shouting out the region’s extensive selection of eateries, a number of the city centre’s finest hotels and accommodation options have also been highlighted too.

"The city’s recent biggest openings include the Dakota Manchester hotel, dressed in designer black near Piccadilly, with a seriously grown-up bar and restaurant and terrace views of the canal, and Ducie Street Warehouse, on the edge of the Northern Quarter – a former goods warehouse that’s also home to Native Manchester hotel,” Rick Jordan added.

While it’s always great to hear that people love Manchester as much as we do, where should Mancunians be heading for their city staycations this year then?

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The "wide-awake city" of Glasgow, with its wide-open outdoor spaces, architecture and full-throttle nightlife singled out to "steal your heart", has this year been knocked off its top spot and moved down second place in favour of the Scottish capital of Edinburgh.

After almost two years of muted activity, Condé Nast Traveller said it’s heartening to see that the pandemic hasn’t affected Edinburgh’s "ability to wow visitors".

Read more: Manchester ranks THIRD in TimeOut’s 37 best cities in the world

The “screen-favourite city” of Belfast takes the third spot, while “the independent city” of Bristol, and “the architectural city” of Cambridge take the fourth and fifth spots to round out the top five.

Fellow northern cities Newcastle and Liverpool also proudly feature in the top 10.

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So many places to visit in the UK, so little time. These are the top cities to add to your travel wish list for 2022. https://t.co/AagH1si0ZC

— Condé Nast Traveller (@cntraveller) December 17, 2021]]> https://themanc.com/news/covid-travel-rules-will-change-again-this-week-boris-johnson-confirms-manc/ Wed, 05 Jan 2022 17:05:49 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261211

Covid-19 rules and restrictions for travel are set to change again, the Prime Minister has confirmed.

Boris Johnson announced today that passengers to the UK will no longer need to take a pre-departure Covid test.

He also announced that the requirement to self-isolate on arrival to England until receiving a negative PCR result will be scrapped.

Instead, people can take a lateral flow test on their second day in England, and order a further PCR test if the lateral flow result is positive.

The relaxation in Covid travel rules will apply from 4am on Friday, January 7.

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The PM said the change to measures is a way to 'live with Covid without letting our guard down'.

Speaking to the House of Commons, Mr Johnson confirmed that the Government is set to stick with Plan B measures for another three weeks.

He said: "When the Omicron variant was first identified, we rightly introduced travel restrictions to slow its arrival in our country.

"But now Omicron is so prevalent, these measures are having limited impact on the growth in cases, while continuing to pose significant costs to our travel industry.

"So I can announce that in England from 4am on Friday we will be scrapping the pre-departure test, which discourages many from travelling for fear of being trapped overseas and incurring significant extra expense.

Read more: Follow-up PCR tests scrapped for asymptomatic people who test positive on lateral flows

"We will also be lifting the requirement to self-isolate on arrival until receipt of a negative PCR, returning instead to the system we had in October last year, where those arriving in England will need to take a lateral flow test no later than the end of day two, and if positive, a further PCR test to help us identify any new variants at the border.

"Mr Speaker, all these measures are balanced and proportionate ways of ensuring we can live with Covid without letting our guard down.

"And we can only do this thanks to the biggest and fastest booster campaign in Europe."

He ended his statement by urging people to get their booster jabs, saying there are two million appointments available in the next week alone.

Reacting to the news, Charlie Cornish, CEO at Manchester Airport Group, said: "Today’s announcement is very positive news and will help restart the recovery of the travel and tourism sector.

“The removal of these temporary measures is important recognition that travel restrictions should not remain in place if they no longer help prevent the spread of the virus.

“By removing barriers to travel in what is a critical period for forward-booking, passengers, airports, airlines and business across the UK can now plan ahead with confidence.

“We look forward to working with Government on a roadmap for the removal of all remaining restrictions, in order to help our prized aviation sector enjoy a full recovery.”

Featured image: Gov.uk / Unsplash

]]> 261211 0 0 0 ]]> https://themanc.com/trending/what-is-thundersnow-some-parts-of-greater-manchester-may-find-out-this-week/ Thu, 06 Jan 2022 09:16:23 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261265

Forecasters are predicting that a unique weather phenomenon known as 'thundersnow' could be on its way to us over the next few days.

We saw all manner of unpredictable weather conditions at the latter end of 2021, with both Storm Arwen and Storm Barra gracing us with their presence, all before the country experienced what was described as "an exceptionally mild spell" and recorded the warmest ever New Year’s Day since records began.

But the start of 2022 already sounds like it's giving 2021 a run for its money.

You may have already heard - and probably felt - that temperatures have plummeted this week and that the Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice for much of the North, including parts of Greater Manchester, from between 10am-11am today (Thursday 6 January) right through to 10am tomorrow.

The weather warnings put in place by the Met Office appear to cover parts of Bolton, Bury, Rochdale, Oldham, and Wigan.

Lancashire, West Yorkshire, Cumbria, Scotland, and Ireland are all included too.

Read more: Snow and blizzard winds of up to 80mph forecast to hit parts of Greater Manchester this week

https://twitter.com/metoffice/status/1478668950548459524?s=20

Across the two days, forecasters are saying there could be "frequent sleet and snow showers" leading to some potential disruption to travel and difficult driving conditions, and the Met Office says that some roads and railways are likely to be affected, with longer journey times by road, bus, and train services

There will also probably be some icy patches on untreated roads, pavements, and cycle paths, and in some places, potentially a few brief power outages are possible too, with a risk of isolated lightning strikes.

That's not all though, as now, apparently some 'thundersnow' is on its way too.

What is 'thundersnow'?

It's not a term you hear very often, but according to the Met Office, this unique weather phenomenon occurs when thunderstorms form in wintery conditions and release heavy downpours of snow, and when this is then paired with the usual thunder and lighting, this creates 'thundersnow'.

Usually only occurring a few times a year, it is driven by the same conditions that cause thunderstorms in the summer.

The only difference is, it's winter - and of course, there's snow.

The Met Office says: "The snow contained within the thunderstorm acts to dampen the sound of the thunder [and] while the thunder from a typical thunderstorm might be heard many miles away, the thunder during a thundersnow event will only be heard if you are within 2 to 3 miles of the lightning."

On top of that, the falling snow can even make lightning strikes look brighter as the flash reflects off the snowflakes.

What are forecasters saying?

Grahame Madge - Spokesperson for the Met Office - explained: "At the moment we’ve got a ridge of high pressure leading to clear skies.

"Into the early hours of tomorrow morning, we’ll start to see a weather front approach from the west, bearing in mind conditions will have been intensely cold overnight with frost and freezing fog in southern parts of England.

"We’ll get this frontal band of precipitation working east, then as that cold air bumps into the weather front moving in we’ll see a line of snow along that front.”

He said 'thundersnow' would be caused by the difference between the cold front arriving from the west, reaching the ground that has been warmed by unseasonable temperatures, and then once again, he added that the conditions were driven by the same meteorological conditions as storms in summer.

Mr Madge added that 'thundersnow' can sound "distinct", as it is muffled by snow.

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⚠️ Yellow weather warning issued ⚠️

Snow across the high ground of Scotland and northern England
Thursday 1000-1600

Latest info 👉 https://t.co/QwDLMfRBfs

Stay #WeatherAware⚠️ pic.twitter.com/bpmWde9PkB

— Met Office (@metoffice) January 5, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/deansgate-bar-one-eight-six-shares-excruciatingly-painful-update-after-new-years-eve-fire/ Thu, 06 Jan 2022 08:55:04 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261267

One Eight Six in Manchester city centre has posted an emotional statement following the huge blaze inside its venue on New Year's Eve.

A fire broke out at the Deansgate basement bar shortly after the midnight countdown.

Terrifying CCTV footage obtained by the Manchester Evening News showed the moment balloons across the ceiling caught fire.

The footage shows how quickly the blaze took hold, with people scrambling for safety.

Screams and loud popping noises can be heard.

Around 170 people were evacuated from One Eight Six, and two men were treated for smoke inhalation.

The bar's co-founder Dean Mac has now released a public statement, saying it has taken 'five long, emotional days' to address the fire - which they say has destroyed the main bar and live music venue.

He wrote: "We cannot put into words how deeply excruciatingly painful this is to be writing, but the fire that broke out just after midnight on NYE has completely destroyed the main room and the majority of the contents within."

The statement also thanks their staff and the emergency services who reacted so quickly to save people's lives.

One Eight Six say they will reopen 'as soon as we possibly can'.

They are urging anyone affected by the incident and seeking professional support to reach out.

One Eight Six was only open for three months before the pandemic started and forced it to close for a year.

People have been responding with messages of support for the venue.

Love Island star Scott Thomas wrote: "The comeback will be beautiful."

Actor and model Gemma Pell posted: "Ugh this is emotional! Sending you all so much love, light and strength at this difficult time. Bring on the come back"

The full statement from One Eight Six

"It has taken 5 long, emotional days to write this…

"The ONE EIGHT SIX concept and venue on Deansgate took us 2 years to create and build. Just three months after launch night, we were told we had to close our doors for 12 months due to a global pandemic.

"Once we were allowed to re-open, we could have only dreamt of what ONE EIGHT SIX was going to become and how our loyal customers were going to love the brand as much as we did.

"We have built the most dedicated and professional family of staff and we were all so incredibly excited to be celebrating New Years Eve with you, especially after such a successful Christmas period.

"We cannot put into words how deeply excruciatingly painful this is to be writing, but the fire that broke out just after midnight on NYE has completely destroyed the main room and the majority of the contents within.

"We will be forever grateful to all our brave staff and the emergency services that saved peoples lives that night, and no matter what material items are gone, everyone is safe.

Read more: All the January Manchester restaurant deals, discounts and offers you need in 2022

"If any of our customers that night still have belongings inside the venue, please send the ONE EIGHT SIX Instagram account a description of what they are, along with pictures of the items and our team will be in touch shortly to try and retrieve them and get them back to you.

"We also ask that anyone present that evening who is in need of free professional mental or emotional support, please get in touch.

"If any of you have any doubts, we WILL come back from this and we WILL be re-opening again as soon as we possibly can.

"From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your constant support.

"DM / ONE EIGHT SIX x"

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]]> 261267 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/marcus-rashford-and-chef-tom-kerridges-meals-campaign-raises-200000-for-food-poverty-relief/ Thu, 06 Jan 2022 11:06:49 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261295

A Christmas campaign launched by Marcus Rashford and Tom Kerridge to tackle child food poverty has raised almost £200,000.

After the Manchester United and England star - who has first collaborated with the acclaimed TV foodie and two-Michelin Star chef on the 'National Food Strategy' earlier last year, the pair teamed up once again to launch the Full Time Meals campaign in aid of the food redistribution charity, FareShare, all the way back in April 2021.

The main aim of the campaign was to get children interested in cooking, and to help families prepare healthy meals on a budget.

As part of the project, Kerridge designed 52 recipes in 2021.

All recipes were available for free via a new video on Instagram every Sunday morning, as well as on recipe cards in supermarkets, schools, and food banks - with a QR code linking to the Full Time Meals social media page.

Each recipe on the platform was easy to create, with limited equipment needed.

Read more: Marcus Rashford teams up with chef Tom Kerridge to help get children cooking

Tortilla pizzas, chicken satay stir fry, fish pie jackets, Mexican style chicken, broccoli & cauliflower cheese, creamy chicken pie, and fish finger butties were just some of the meals featuring on the Full Time Meals channel throughout the year.

This past Christmas, Rashford notably challenged Kerridge to create a Christmas dinner menu that only cost £10, as he said that his family "relied on the local food bank for our Christmas dinner" and he wanted to make it his mission to ensure even those using food vouchers would be able to enjoy something special.

Kerridge devised two healthy festive recipes that could feed six people across two days, on a sum that is relatively affordable for those on a budget.

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It was revealed that FairShare distributed the equivalent of 122 million meals in the last financial year, but after having seen its demand double since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, Rashford and Kerridge decided to make a special Christmas appeal for public contributions.

It saw people donate nearly £200,000 between 13-31 December.

https://twitter.com/FareShareUK/status/1479022377757556739?s=20

The money raised by public donations will enable FairShare to provide an extra 750,000 meals to people in food poverty across the UK.

Kerridge said that the pair were "super chuffed" at reaching the milestone.

"You lot really rallied to help families this winter. Absolute legends," Kerridge added on Twitter.

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The #FullTimeMeals Christmas appeal will help us provide 750,000 meals to vulnerable people.

Huge thanks to @ChefTomKerridge, @MarcusRashford and all who gave. You've made a real impact for those in need 💚

You can still donate to get food to families: https://t.co/Pe202m7ZdF https://t.co/hvhcdXf7FG

— FareShare (@FareShareUK) January 6, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/cloudwater-is-opening-a-new-beer-hall-inside-a-former-victorian-shipping-warehouse/ Thu, 06 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261316

Manchester brewery Cloudwater is opening a huge new flagship beer hall in Manchester.

The world-renowned brewer will bring its super-fresh, acclaimed beer selection to the Kampus neighbourhood.

They'll be taking over the ground floor of Minshull House, a former Victorian shipping warehouse.

With a communal beer hall, beer tap wall, full kitchen and 3°c cold store, plus outdoor seating in both the Kampus garden and the new square on Chorlton Street, it's set to be quite the behemoth - taking over a 3,798 sq ft space at the neighbourhood.

The beer hall's kitchen will serve local and seasonal food throughout the day in a relaxed setting, perfect for work or casual lunch, but by the evening the space will become more lively with a mix of dining, parties and events.

The new beer hall will become the brewery’ biggest location to date, complementing their existing tap room in London and the Sadler’s Cat pub and Unit 9 tap room in Manchester. 

Speaking on the new opening plans, co-founder Paul Jones said: "We're looking forward to joining the community at Kampus, which already includes a number of outstanding independent operators who are a major credit to our city.

"Manchester means so much to us - far more than simply acting as our home city, it provides us with inspiration, feeds our creative energy and informs our values.

"So we're proud to be able to open another venue in the city, especially one neighbouring Canal Street, which has long been a vital part of the city's nightlife."

The brewer has been creating its beer in Manchester since 2015, with its first brew dating back to Valentine's Day.

Since then, Cloudwater has grown into a huge export for the city as well as a local treasure, creating hundreds of evolving and seasonal beers and gaining a loyal band of followeres along the way.

In 2020, they brewed the equivalent of over a million pints of beer.  

The brewery is the latest big name to join Kampus which, with the likes of Nell’s, General Store, Beeswing, Great North Pie and Pollen also signed up, is fast becoming a haven for some of Manchester’s most-loved indies. 

Read more: Great North Pie is opening a pie and mash cafe in Manchester

Adam Higgins at Capital&Centric, described Cloudwater as a 'perfect fit', adding: "Every neighbourhood needs a good boozer and we just know it’ll be one of the friendliest, most inviting places in the city to kick back and enjoy a beer in the garden.”

"It’s amazing that they’ve chosen Kampus for their biggest venture yet and we can’t wait to see what they will deliver.

Terms have been agreed on the 3,798 sq.ft space at the neighbourhood, being developed by Capital&Centric and HBD, with the brewery eyeing a spring opening.

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]]> 261316 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/the-incredible-van-gogh-alive-experience-has-extended-its-run-in-greater-manchester/ Thu, 06 Jan 2022 11:51:32 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261341

Van Gogh Alive has extended its run at MediaCity until the end of February.

The immersive art experience has welcomed a staggering 120,000 visitors since it opened in Salford in October.

The massive multi-sensory installation, where visitors can step inside the paintings of Vincent Van Gogh, will now remain open until February 27.

It gives audiences an extra month to catch the jaw-dropping experience, which was previously due to leave the region on January 23.

Van Gogh Alive has been visited by celebrities including Gary Neville, Jorgie Porter and Dame Maureen Lipman.

Maureen said: "No wonder the world has gone mad for this exhibition – it made my heart sing and feet dance."

The immersive gallery brings the Dutch artist's work to life inside a 17,500 sq ft, purpose-built venue at the heart of MediaCityUK.

It includes the Sunflower Selfie room, inspired by Van Gogh's painting Sunflowers, where visitors are surrounded by thousands of yellow blooms.

Creators Grande Experiences have also built a life-size walk-in representation of Bedroom in Arles, where you can climb inside a painting and pose for photos sitting on Van Gogh's bed.

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In the main room, 3,000 animations of his work are displayed on enormous screens, including projections underfoot.

As well as being a visual spectacle, the experience also includes scents (inspired by Provence), and sounds (classical music) piped into the space.

Read more: All the January Manchester restaurant deals, discounts and offers you need in 2022

More than eight million people have been to see Van Gogh Alive across 75 countries.

Tickets are priced from £22 for adults and £15 for children, with concession prices available.

Tickets are on sale now at quaytickets.com/vangoghalivemediacity.

Featured image: Gemma Parker Photography

]]> 261341 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/warning-issued-after-two-unprepared-manchester-walkers-were-rescued-from-scafell-pike-during-blizzard/ Thu, 06 Jan 2022 14:00:59 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261354

The Lake District Mountain Rescue Association has spoken out to issue an urgent warning to the public after two walkers from Manchester were rescued from Scafell Pike during a blizzard earlier this week.

The two fell walkers from Manchester, who were described as being "unprepared", had to be rescued after getting lost on England's highest mountain during a blizzard conditions and were eventually brought to safety in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

Mountain rescuers spent eight hours looking for the men on the Lake District fell, and warned that if they hadn't been found, it's likely they would have died.

Richard Warren - Chair of the Lake District Search and Mountain Rescue Association - was part of the rescue team, and explained to the MEN that: "The two lads from Manchester hadn't done the preparation [as] they hadn't got the right clothing, they had no waterproofs.

"It was blizzard conditions. They had no compass, no torches [and] they weren't even sure where they had parked their car.

"They were very grateful that we found them, but it was very lucky that we did [because] we had great difficulty contacting them on their mobile phone and if we hadn't found them, they would have had to spend the night on the hill in sub-zero blizzard conditions and then it would have been a very serious, life-threatening situation.

"But we did what we always do and got them warm, put some waterproof clothing on them and took them back to the road where they got a taxi back to their car in Keswick."

With cases such as this happening in significant numbers, the Lake District Mountain Rescue Association has urged day trippers to properly plan their walks after what was described as an "absolutely chaotic" Christmas period.

Richard Warren said his teams were called out a record 680 times in 2021, and the start of 2022 had been "just as busy".

Mr Warren said there had been two callouts on Christmas Day in the Lake District, and there had been a "very sad end to the year" when a man died after a medical episode on Skiddaw on New Year’s Eve.

In the first four days days of 2022, there were another 19 call-outs.

Mr Warren said lockdown has meant many inexperienced walkers are coming to The Lakes for the first time and heading to the fells without proper gear or knowledge, so rescue teams are now pleading with people to check weather forecasts and whether they have the right gear before they take to the mountains. 

"We are trying to get the message out about the importance of preparation," Mr Warren said.

"A lot of rescues are avoidable because people get lost with no map, compass or torch [so] we really we want people to start thinking about what they are doing, when they are doing it and to check the weather."

All Lake District rescue teams are manned by volunteers and rely on donations from the public.

Mr Warren told the BBC that he was "extremely proud" of the all the volunteers at the 12 rescue teams in Cumbria, and also praised all those who make donations to keep the teams running - with about £750,000 a year needed across all the Cumbria teams.

"We do it unpaid," he said.

"Mountain rescuers don't want to be paid. They do it because they love the mountains and love helping people."

Featured Image - Geograph (Trevor Littlewood)

]]> 261354 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/andy-burnham-joins-campaign-calling-for-the-introduction-of-a-new-hillsborough-law/ Thu, 06 Jan 2022 15:42:13 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261387

Andy Burnham has joined fellow politicians and campaigners in once again calling for the introduction of a new 'Hillsborough Law'.

Following the airing of hit ITV drama Anne starring Bolton-born actress Maxine Peake, which captivated audiences by telling the story of Anne Williams - who's son Kevin was one of 96 Liverpool fans who lost their lives in the tragic event on the Leppings Lane terrace at the Sheffield stadium in 1989, and so she became a key campaigner for justice - the Mayor of Greater Manchester is now calling for a "fundamental reform".

Mr Burnham paid tribute to the programme - in which he himself was depicted as a character, portrayed by actor Matthew McNulty - before saying that the current legal system is "cruel" for bereaved families.

The Mayor said he will be joining campaigners and Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram on Friday to demand change after repeating their support for the law's introduction.

Unfamiliar with the 'Hillsborough Law' and what it's calling for?

The law - which was first brought to Parliament by Andy Burnham himself back in 2017 when he was an MP - would bring in a number of measures, including giving bereaved families better access to money for legal representation at inquests, and forcing public authorities to tell the truth during legal proceedings.

Mr Burnham says a change in the law is urgently needed to stop "a pattern" of a lack of candour "repeating itself".

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Speaking from the heart in a new campaign video shared to social media, Mr Burnham - who is an Everton fan, but has been has repeatedly scathing about the way the Hillsborough families have been treated by the legal system during their three-decade long fight for justice - said: "If we had a Hillsborough Law, it would make this country a place where truth and justice are more likely to happen.

"The lack of fairness in the system has meant we constantly see the same mistakes of history repeating themselves.

"We’ve seen what’s happened to the Hillsborough families, but also the families that have suffered from the contaminated blood scandal, and today, families fighting for justice for Grenfell.

"This is a pattern that keeps on repeating itself, and until we have a Hillsborough Law, that pattern won't be broken."

Read more: New Hillsborough disaster drama Anne will air on ITV this weekend

He added in his press briefing this afternoon that: "The Hillsborough Law is shorthand for a comprehensive, fundamental reform of the legal and criminal justice system, to level up the scales of justice in favour of bereaved families."

Mr Burnham said the government also had a role to play in responding to a report issued several years ago that outlines the experiences of the Hillsborough families in their fight for justice.

The report made a number of recommendations for legal changes.

The Mayor of Greater Manchester added that: "People have been touched by Anne’s story, moved by what they have seen, and by the way, this will continue to go on until the system is fundamentally changed.

"Friday will be a major intervention with people from all walks of life coming together to make the call for a Hillsborough Law now."

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97 people unlawfully killed.

Nobody held accountable.

Join the call for a #HillsboroughLawNow this Friday from 1pm.#Anne

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— Andy Burnham (@AndyBurnhamGM) January 5, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/a-new-commemorative-50p-coin-has-been-released-to-celebrate-the-queens-platinum-jubilee/ Thu, 06 Jan 2022 16:37:14 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261413

The Royal Mint has this week unveiled a new commemorative 50p as part of the Platinum Jubilee coin collection.

It's the first collectable UK 50p to celebrate a Royal event.

Marking a special 70 years on the throne, the coin - which has been designed by artist John Bergdahl, and also features the number 70 along with The Queen’s cypher designed by Osborne Ross on the opposite side - depicts Queen Elizabeth II on horseback and will be struck on the ‘heads’ side of a new 50p and also a traditional £5 crown.

The Royal Mint said that the new coin is "reminiscent of the equestrian designs for the 1953 Coronation and 2002 Jubilee crown pieces", and has been personally approved by the Queen.

The collectable 50p coin with the new design is now available for £7 at The Royal Mint.  

Speaking on the launch of the coins, Clare Maclennan - Divisional Director of Commemorative Coin at The Royal Mint - said: "The Platinum Jubilee is an historic occasion and one that is particularly special for The Royal Mint, as the original maker of British Coins for 1,100 years.

"In celebration of this landmark event, the official Platinum Jubilee collection, including the new 50p and traditional £5 crown, features a unique commemorative design on both sides of the coin. Designed by esteemed artists and made with original craftsmanship, Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee coins are enduring pieces of art that will be collected, cherished and passed down for generations.

"The Platinum Jubilee 50p commemorates a remarkable 70 years on the throne."

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Chris Barker - Museum Historian at The Royal Mint - added: "The Queen's legacy on coins stretches the length of her momentous reign, with The Royal Mint striking five definitive portraits of Her Majesty on official UK coin and celebrating previous Jubilees.

"The 1977 Silver Jubilee crown was the first major UK commemorative coin produced at The Royal Mint, with roughly 37 million coins produced at that time, and thousands were gifted to children across the UK as a memento of the occasion.

"Today's launch marks another significant milestone, and The Royal Mint plays a proud part in the nationwide celebrations."

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To celebrate Her Majesty The Queen's Platinum Jubilee on 6 February, we have created a range of new and historic coins featuring designs from John Bergdahl and @osborneross. Look out for the special commemorative portrait on the obverse of each coin! https://t.co/8VkFnMN11F pic.twitter.com/14ukPMYYjy

— The Royal Mint (@RoyalMintUK) January 6, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/what-new-travel-rules-have-now-been-introduced-in-the-uk/ Fri, 07 Jan 2022 09:11:45 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261456

Pre-departure testing for travellers entering the UK, and the need to self-isolate on arrival until receiving a negative PCR result have now been scrapped under new COVID travel rules.

Speaking to MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday, Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirmed that several changes would be made to relax the rules that are required to be followed by travellers entering the UK with at least two doses of a COVID vaccine.

The changes came into force from 4am this morning (7 January).

The changes mean that new vaccinated arrivals will no longer have to self-isolate until they get a negative PCR test result, and instead, will have to take a lateral flow test at the end of their second day in the UK, and if that result is positive, they will then require a follow-up PCR.

Unvaccinated passengers will still need to take a pre-departure test and self-isolate for 10 days, ensuring they take a PCR test on day two and day eight.

Read more: Covid travel rules will change again this week, Boris Johnson confirms

The Prime Minister explained when he announced these new and more relaxed rules, that previous pre-departure measures were said to be having a limited impact because the Omicron variant is so prevalent.

He said the change to measures is a way to "live with COVID without letting our guard down".

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"When the Omicron variant was first identified, we rightly introduced travel restrictions to slow its arrival in our country - but now Omicron is so prevalent, these measures are having limited impact on the growth in cases, while continuing to pose significant costs to our travel industry," he said in his statement.

Johnson continued: "All these measures are balanced and proportionate ways of ensuring we can live with COVID without letting our guard down.

"And we can only do this thanks to the biggest and fastest booster campaign in Europe."

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said he hopes the move will make travel "easier and cheaper" for passengers who are fully-vaccinated.

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The decision to relax the rules on travel comes after the travel industry had been consistently calling for the removal of all COVID testing restrictions, arguing that it would have no real impact on Omicron infection rates and would actually help to restore consumer confidence.

Read more: Follow-up PCR tests scrapped for asymptomatic people who test positive on lateral flows

Reacting to the news at the time, Charlie Cornish - CEO at Manchester Airport Group (MAG) - said: "Today’s announcement is very positive news and will help restart the recovery of the travel and tourism sector [as] the removal of these temporary measures is important recognition that travel restrictions should not remain in place if they no longer help prevent the spread of the virus.

"By removing barriers to travel in what is a critical period for forward-booking, passengers, airports, airlines and business across the UK can now plan ahead with confidence.

“We look forward to working with Government on a roadmap for the removal of all remaining restrictions, in order to help our prized aviation sector enjoy a full recovery."

Since the changes were announced on Wednesday, a number of travel companies have now reported a spike in interest for international travel, with easyJet revealing it had seen a boost of almost 200% in bookings, with demand for some destinations up more than 400% week on week.

British Airways also told Sky News that its holidays arm had seen a rise of almost 40% in web searches compared with the previous week.

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From today, fully vaccinated adults & under 18s don't need to take a pre-departure test before entering England.

From 4am Sunday, fully vaccinated adults & over 5s must take a post-arrival lateral flow test. A PCR is needed if they test positive.

More 🔽https://t.co/i63ugu1vL6

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✈️INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL UPDATE ✈️

We're removing the temporary extra testing measures we introduced last year at the border to slow cases of Omicron coming to the UK. Now Omicron is the dominant variant & is widespread in the UK, these measures are no longer proportionate [1/6]

— Rt Hon Grant Shapps MP (@grantshapps) January 5, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/decades-old-pizza-restaurant-croma-has-closed-its-manchester-city-centre-site-for-good/ Fri, 07 Jan 2022 10:53:51 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261482

One of Manchester's most long-standing pizza restaurants has bowed out of the city centre after more than two decades.

Croma, a popular family favourite, has been operating on Clarence Street since 2000.

Since then, it's expanded with sites in Prestwich, Didsbury and Chorlton.

But the restaurant has now closed its doors for good, making 28 staff members redundant, the Manchester Evening News has reported.

Co-founder Andrew Bullock told the paper that the decision to close Croma's Manchester restaurant is 'devastating', but that they have been hit too hard by the drop in footfall in the city centre in recent months.

Speaking to the M.E.N., he said: "As an independent, we simply don’t have the clout with landlords, or the balance sheet that large companies have.

"We just couldn’t cover the costs, and we couldn’t see a financial future. You don’t need to be an accountant to see that there weren’t the number of people coming in on a Friday evening or a Tuesday lunchtime.

"This is time for all independents to see how the land lies.

Read more: Abandoned theme park Camelot will reopen to the public – as a zombie experience

"We’re very pleased that our customers have supported us so well, particularly recently. We’d like to come back to the city centre [one day], but we’ll leave it a while. There are still tricky times ahead.

"But while there is a loss of the history here, it’s certainly not the end of Croma."

Andrew set up Croma with his business partner Bob Dunn, who ran a Pizza Express franchise on South King Street.

Croma's three remaining restaurants remain open for business as normal.

Featured image: The Manc Group

]]> 261482 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/feature/biddulph-grange-the-unusual-garden-where-you-can-see-ancient-egypt-china-and-italy-in-one-walk/ Fri, 07 Jan 2022 13:52:00 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261353

Biddulph Grange Garden is one of the most intriguing and unusual National Trust properties in the country.

On a trip to this hidden gem, visitors can see gardens inspired by ancient Egypt, Italy and China in a single stroll.

It's been described as a 'horticultural Disneyland', with entire continents crammed into sections of the garden.

A wander around the fascinating Grade I-listed grounds will bring you face-to-face with a group of stone sphinxes, a bright red Chinese pagoda by a lake, and a tiered Italian-style garden.

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There's also a Tudor-style Cheshire cottage and a sweeping Victorian garden with views of the valley below.

The grounds at Biddulph Grange, right on the Staffordshire border with Cheshire, were designed by horticulturalist James Bateman as a 'playful paradise'.

James took his massive collection of plants from around the globe and built entire worlds dedicated to them on his land, which are carefully preserved today by the National Trust.

The Egypt Garden

The Egypt garden at Biddulph Grange has an actual pyramid (okay, a topiary one) as its centrepiece.

It takes two or three men as many as two months every year to keep the yews trimmed into their ancient Egyptian-inspired shapes.

The living pyramid is surrounded by stone sphinxes and even a temple doorway, bearing an image of the sun god Ra.

Through the doorway and down a gloomy passage is a small chamber with a red stained-glass panel, where a statue of monkey god Thoth sits.

The China Garden

This garden within Biddulph Grange packs in tonnes of features inspired by Chinese gardens.

There's a red and turquoise pagoda overlooking a small lake with a traditional bridge crossing it, a small joss house (or temple), a tower, and even its very own 'Great Wall'.

Red dragons are carved into the lawns and a golden sacred water buffalo sculpture overlooks the whole scene.

The Italy Garden

Bateman built his mansion in an Italian style, and the formal tiered gardens around it reflect that.

The incredible terraces are packed with plants from around the world - it might be Italian in style, but Italian plants apparently don't grow well on a wet and windy English hillside.

The Himalayan Glen

There aren't many parts of the UK that could compare with the drama of the Himalayan mountains, but Biddulph Grange has tried to capture some of that magic in its glen area.

It's filled with beautiful rock walls, streams, waterfalls and ferns.

There's also a High Walk so you can take in the views of the garden from up high, before heading through to the tunnels that lead to the China Garden.

The Stumpery

This unusual looking corner of the garden is The Stumpery, where dead tree stumps are used as scaffolding for climbing plants.

Biddulph Grange's stumpery is the oldest in the country and has been copied by many other gardens, including at Highgrove, Prince Charles’ home in Gloucestershire.

Cheshire Cottage

This Tudor-style cottage dates back to 1856 and its facade includes the initials of James and his wife Maria.

The National Trust has drawn possible links between the Cheshire Cottage and Queen Victoria's famous Swiss Cottage, which she built for her nine children around the same time.

In Bateman's time, the cottage would have been the commanding focus surrounded by small trees - now it's dwarfed by amazing mature conifers.

Biddulph Grange is open from 10am to 3.30pm, Saturday to Wednesday, throughout January.

It's between 45 minutes and an hour to drive there from most parts of Greater Manchester.

You can also get there by taking the train to Congleton then a short bus ride on the 94 service to St Lawrence's Church.

You can find out more about Biddulph Grange Garden at the National Trust website here.

Featured image: National Trust Images/John Miller

]]> 261353 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/massive-gigs-and-theatre-shows-to-look-forward-to-in-manchester-in-2022/ Fri, 07 Jan 2022 15:00:47 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261392

The last couple of years have been rough for the theatre and live music industries, but there are some massive shows to look forward to in Manchester this year.

Our city's cultural scene continues to push forwards with huge festivals, world-renowned theatre and some of the planet's biggest musicians paying visits in 2022.

Parklife will be back, as will open-air gig series Sounds of the City, and the AO Arena has a packed programme of concerts ahead.

Our theatres will also welcome global musical talent, including the UK premiere of a stage version of one of the most-loved films of all time.

Here are some key dates for your diaries.

Parklife, Heaton Park

Parklife is easily one of the biggest dates in Manchester's music calendar, attracting 80,000 music-lovers to Heaton Park every day.

The line-up for its 2022 edition hasn't been announced yet, but still 42,000 eager people have already bought tickets.

Registration is open now for this year's festival between June 11 and 12.

Sounds of the City, Castlefield Bowl

There was a tonne of disruption for Sounds of the City in the last couple of years, but the popular open-air gig series is back with a bang in 2022.

This summer's line up at Castlefield Bowl will be made up of performances from Lewis Capaldi (June 28), Foals (June 29), Crowded House (June 30), James (July 2), Pixies (July 5) and Sam Fender (July 6).

The whole thing will wrap up with the always sold-out gig with Hacienda Classical on July 8.

You can get tickets here.

Opera House theatre

There's a seriously big show on the way to the Opera House this year, which will host the UK premiere of the Mrs Doubtfire musical between September 2 and October 1.

The theatre will also welcome some old favourites, like Singin' in the Rain (May 9 to 14), Jersey Boys (October 18 to 29) and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (March 8 to 12).

Famous faces will be on the stage too when Alexandra Burke and Jason Donovan star alongside each other in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (March 21 to April 2).

Browse listings and buy tickets here.

The Palace Theatre

Disney will be hogging the stage at the Palace Theatre in 2022, in news that will delight thousands, with both huge runs of both The Lion King (October 27 to December 24) and Beauty and the Beast (March 31 to June 4).

School of Rock will keep playing at the Palace until January 15, before making way for a huge bill of musical biopics including 9 to 5 The Musical, and We Will Rock You.

The fun will continue with shows like Sister Act, Dreamgirls and Blood Brothers.

AO Arena

Strap in - it's a BIG year at the AO Arena this year.

Manchester's biggest indoor gig venue will host the likes of Billie Eilish (June 7 and 8), Little Mix (May 6 and 7), and Stormzy (March 19) in the coming year.

Some of the biggest names on the planet will grace the stage here in 2022 - we're talking Celine Dion (June 5 and 6), Queen and Adam Lambert (May 30 and 31), and Bryan Adams (May 17).

It's not just music either - Cirque du Soleil will return with Corteo, the Strictly Come Dancing Live tour will dance into town, and Alan Partridge Live will take over for two nights.

See the full listings here.

Emirates Old Trafford cricket ground

You know it must be a big gig when it won't fit in the AO Arena - and that's where the Emirates Old Trafford cricket ground comes in.

Open-air shows taking place here this summer will include The Killers on June 11, Red Hot Chilli Peppers on June 22, and Foo Fighters on June 25.

You can grab tickets for them here.

Etihad Stadium

We may as well rebrand Manchester City's home ground to the Edihad Stadium this year.

Ed Sheeran will be playing a whopping four nights here between June 9 and 12, in front of crowds of 60,000 a night.

The only other summer gig confirmed at the Etihad this summer so far is Liam Gallagher, who's set to perform on June 1.

Royal Exchange Theatre

The Royal Exchange Theatre is one of Manchester's most famous cultural institutions, and its 2022 programme is shaping up nicely.

Productions coming to the in-the-round theatre this year include Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie and Betty! A Sort of Musical, written by and starring Maxine Peake and Seiriol Davies.

The full programme and ticket information is available here.

Featured image: Tom Martin / Johan Persson

]]> 261392 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/we-asked-mancunians-what-they-love-about-manchester-and-this-is-what-they-said/ Fri, 07 Jan 2022 17:41:58 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261434

Manchester - what a city, right?

For the more than 550,000 people who are lucky enough to call this city our home, you don't have to tell us twice about how great it is.

You'll probably find us shouting about it from the rooftops at any chance we get.

Manchester is global powerhouse that’s instantly-recognisable for its architecture, culture, musical exports, acclaimed food and drink scene, media links, scientific and engineering output, social impact, world-beating football teams and sports clubs, impressive transport connections, and so much more.

Read more: These are the top 20 things Manchester has gifted the world

But what is it that makes the city so close to our hearts? What makes the hustle and bustle of city life so appealing to Mancunians and the people who visit?

Here at The Manc, we're always keen to know where you stand. And in this case, we want to experience the wonders of our great city through your eyes and see what it is you think makes Manchester so special - a different viewpoint.

So, we took to two of our social media platforms this week - Facebook and Instagram - to ask you, our loyal audience of Mancunians, to finish this sentence -  'I love Manchester because_____'.

And here’s what you said:

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The People

There's no denying that a significant part of what makes a city so special is the people that inhabit it. The people you find walking down the streets, lending a hand, entertaining the masses, or working so diligently in all of our shops, cafes, restaurants, bars, office buildings, and beyond.

Our family. Our friends. The people that we love.

Of course, it makes sense that so many Mancunians said that their favourite thing about the city of Manchester is the people who live here.

"It’s full of Mancs."

"I always loved how diverse it was, full of wonderfully colourful people."

"I met my wife here - Best thing to ever happen to me."

"I love Manchester because of its salt of the earth people - the city has some of the world's warmest hearts! Manchester made me and you are beautiful."

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Music

This one's pretty obvious isn't it?

From globally-loved bands such as Oasis, The Stone Roses, Joy Division, Happy Mondays, The Smiths, and too many more that we just don't have time to list off, to the iconic Madchester music scene and the days of Factory Records and The Haçienda, and right through to the music of all genres that's being produced here today, there's bound to be something that the Manchester music scene has created for everyone to tap their toes to along to.

The city is also full of live music venues of all shapes and sizes, which has cemented Manchester as a staple location on the touring schedules for artists all over the world.

Read more: 10 iconic landmarks every music lover should visit in Greater Manchester

Manchester's music scene, quite-rightly, got plenty of worthy shoutouts when we asked our audience what it is they love about the city.

"It gave birth to so many great bands and so much iconic music."

"It has given us excellent music continuously since the 70s."

The Culture

Manchester is a city such a rich culture - and you all seem to love it.

"I'd spend a lot of time in Manchester with my aunt, especially Afflecks and the market, a lot of collectors / album shops, and you'd just see people with all different styles there."

"There's always vibe about the place, a uniqueness and surprise around every corner or street and alley. Little cafe or antique shop, or a pub or bar you have never noticed. And the buildings where ten of thousands of people walk passed every day and not the beautiful architecture or a fantastic piece of graffiti art on a wall."

"I love Manchester because of Afflecks."

"It’s just a lovely place. Not too fast paced not too dull. I think it’s the right balance of all things - a bit of country side nearby, a bit of modern infrastructure in the expanding city, a bit of history and everything here."

Read more: Afflecks has been named in the world’s top 10% of tourist attractions

A Place to Call Home

Just as the famous quote from the iconic Tony 'Longfella' Walsh poem This Is The Place goes, "Some are born here, some drawn here - but we all call it home."

Manchester is a city to call home, and that is something so many of us are proud of.

"It’s home (and a million other reasons)."

"It’s home. I've been all over, but I always come back - best city in the world."

"It's where I was born and raised."

"Because I was born there, and it will always be home no matter where in the world I am."

"It's where I came for six months, and stayed 12 years."

"Because whenever I visit, inside it feels like I’ve come home."

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Just Because

Sometimes, you don't need to explain your love.

"No need to finish the sentence... It says all it needs to say."

"Everyone from every age, colour and religion come together. It’s the best city on earth."

"Best city in the world - very cosmopolitan and good mix of Western and Eastern culture, and food places, and all my uni memories are here too."

"It’s my happy place."

"There's nothing else like it. Best city in the UK by a country mile."

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Not found an answer you agree with? Do you have a different view? We received hundreds of replies to our question across all social platforms, so we unfortunately haven’t been able to include every single one in this article.

Instead, we chose to feature a few that seemed to resonate the best with our audience and received the most interactions overall.

Are you keen to have your say?

Well, there’s still time to chip in, so make sure you head on over to The Manc on Facebook and Instagram to take part, leave your thoughts and discuss with other Mancunians in the same position as you.

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]]> 261434 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/three-secret-manchester-bars-named-amongst-the-top-10-in-the-country/ Fri, 07 Jan 2022 16:24:10 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261483

For those who are willing to look, Manchester has quite a lot of hidden and 'secret' bars to explore.

From prohibition-style cocktail dens, to tiny brewery taprooms, arcade-themed hideouts and grimy dive bars, we've got a fair bit of variety going on too.

That said, not all are created equal - especially if these new rankings from The Bottle Club are to be believed.

The online drinks seller has conducted a study ranking the UK's hidden and secret bars by a number of factors such as secrecy, creativity, cocktail range, cost and Google ratings, and three in Manchester have come out on top as amongst the 'most secret' in the UK.

According to the new rankings, Manchester bars The Washouse, Wood and Company, and Bunny Jackson's all rate in the top ten for secret UK bars that have 'actually stayed secret' - coming in at numbers four, nine and ten respectively.

Whilst we can definitely get on board with Wood and Company and The Washouse's inclusions (yes, the latter does have a sign, but it also has a relatively convincing laundrette front and some incredible cocktails), we're not entirely sure that Bunny's counts - or that it would even consider itself a secret bar, to be honest.

Read more: The best ‘secret’ bars hidden away in Manchester

According to the site, it seems that the American-style dive bar on First Street has mostly been included for its lack of social media presence - ranking tenth with just 2,728 followers. Surprising, actually, as it's nearly always packed in there (and their content is pretty hilairious).

Still, If that's all the criteria you need to become one of the UK's most 'secret' bars, we can think of a few more in Manchester that should maybe be added to this list too.

Alongside the 'most secret' list, The Bottle Club has also published a top 20 'most mysterious' list, which rings a little bit more true.

Manchester has five entrants in the top twenty here, with two of them - namely Science and Industry and The Daisy - even making it into the top ten.

Science and Industry, the secret 'bar within a bar' cocktail laboratory on the first floor of Cane and Grain, comes in at a respectable number seven, whilst following close behind at number eight is The Daisy - a former members-only club beneath Evelyn's now open to all those in the know.

Read more: 2022 is the year to skip Dry January and support your local pub

Wood and Co, Bunny Jackson's and The Washouse all appear again, coming in at 14, 15 and 20.

All great bars, all deserving of a visit, but - dare we say it again - not all exactly 'secret' or 'mysterious'.

Check out the full list of 'most mysterious' UK bars from The Bottle Club here.

Feature image - The Washouse / Wood and Co

]]> 261483 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/a-mamma-mia-themed-bottomless-brunch-is-returning-to-manchester/ Fri, 07 Jan 2022 12:05:22 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261516

A bottomless brunch event celebrating all things Mamma Mia is making a return to Manchester this year.

The Dancing Queen Brunch will be back with ABBA tunes from a tribute band, a themed quiz, and fancy dress.

It's inspired by the smash-hit stage musical and film, which starred Meryl Streep, Colin Firth and Amanda Seyfried.

Musical brunch events have now been announced throughout the year, including Christmas specials.

Each one will invite people to whip out their best ABBA and Mamma Mia fancy dress, from flares to feather boas to dungarees, for a huge celebration.

A live band will perform all the hits - expect renditions of Dancing Queen, Super Trouper and Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!

Ticket-holders will also have their ABBA knowledge tested with a themed quiz, with prizes for the winners.

Alongside the entertainment will be brunch dishes like Nutella and berry pancakes, smashed avocado on toast, and a full grilled breakfast.

The whole thing is washed down with bottomless drinks, including prosecco, Aperol spritzes, Bloody Marys and beer.

There are non-alcoholic cocktails, like a Tropical Fizz and a Woo Woo, on offer too.

Each event has been designed in a Covid-safe way.

Read more: Abandoned theme park Camelot will reopen to the public – as a zombie experience

The Dancing Queen Brunches will be back at an as-yet unconfirmed location on February 6, April 24, July 10 and September 25.

There'll also be a pair of Christmas specials on December 4 and 11.

Tickets are priced at £35 for an alcohol-free brunch, or £45 for alcoholic drinks.

You can book your space here.

Featured image: Universal Pictures / Unsplash

]]> 261516 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/molly-mae-hague-defends-her-comments-on-wealth-inequality-after-being-branded-tone-deaf/ Fri, 07 Jan 2022 12:14:32 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261528

Molly-Mae Hague has spoken out to defend her controversial comments made on a recent podcast appearance after she was branded a 'Thatcherite' and criticised on social media for being "tone-deaf".

The ex-Love Island star and influencer - who has millions of followers on social media - has come under fire in recent days after comments she made about privilege, poverty, and hard work during an appearance on 'The Diary of a CEO' podcast, which is hosted by businessman and entrepreneur, Steven Bartlett, who is most-known for being the co-founder of Manchester-based company Social Chain, and for being the newest Dragon on BBC's Dragon's Den.

Hague - who was most-recently appointed the Creative Director of Manchester-based fast fashion brand PrettyLittleThing at just 22-years-old, and is reportedly paid £500,000 a year for her role - emphasised on the podcast that "we all have the same 24-hours".

"You're given one life, and it's down to you what you do with it," she said.

"When I've spoken about that in the past, I have been slammed a little bit, with people saying, 'It's easy for you to say that, you've not grown up in poverty, you've not grown up with major money struggles.'

"And I'm like, but technically what I'm saying is correct.

"We do. So I understand that we all have different backgrounds and we're all raised in different ways and we do have different financial situations, but I do think if you want something enough, you can achieve it - it just depends to what lengths you want to go to get where you want to be in the future.

"And I'll go to any lengths. I've worked my absolute a*** off to get where I am now."

Hague's comments have since generated much critique and conversation on social media.

While many people simply appeared to label her "tone-deaf" and brand her views as "gross", other social media users took one step further and turned to calling a "Thatcherite" following, with one notably even calling her "Thatcher with a fake tan".

Away from social media, users of Wikipedia edited Hague's entry to name her "Molly-Mae Thatcher", changing part of her entry to say she is best known "for having worked harder than anyone less successful than her".

The changes have since been removed.

Read more: Molly-Mae Hague appointed Creative Director of Manchester-based fashion brand PrettyLittleThing

Now, official representatives of Hague have exclusively revealed in a statement to The Metro today the star acknowledges "everyone is from different backgrounds", but that her comments were about "time efficiency relating to success’ as well as ‘hard work and determination in her own life".

The excerpt from statement read: "Molly did a podcast interview in December about her own rise to success. If you listen to the full conversation and interview, Molly was asked about how the nature of her potential grows and how she believes in herself - this part of the interview was discussing time efficiency relating to success.

"Molly refers to a quote which says “We all have the same 24 hours in a day as Beyonce”. She was discussing her own experience and how she can resonate with this specific quote.

"Her opinion on if you want something enough you can work hard to achieve it is how she keeps determined with her own work to achieve more in her own life. Molly is not commenting on anyone else’s life or personal situation she can only speak of her own experience.

"She acknowledges that everyone is raised in different ways and from different backgrounds but her comments here are in reference to timing, hard work and determination in her own life."

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The statement continues: "If you listen to this interview you can see the whole conversation was about her own personal circumstances, how she has grown up and this small clip in the conversation was talking about a quote that inspires her.

"Social media users have shared a short snippet from this interview with words such as “if you are homeless buy a house” and “if you are poor be poor” these are absolutely not Molly’s words.

"These are not Molly’s thoughts, and this isn’t at all the meaning or thought behind that conversation."

Podcast host Steven Bartlett has also this morning released a statement regarding the matter.

https://twitter.com/SteveBartlettSC/status/1479414773745864705?s=20

Taking to Twitter to share his thoughts, Bartlett said: "Molly-Mae did an interview on my podcast, yesterday a soundbite from that interview went viral, she trended No.1 on Twitter, every newspaper covered it and MP's weighed in.

"I've had male guests say what she said. No one cared. But when Molly says it, she's crucified? Crazy.

"I've become very aware of the double standard that successful women face.

"If I Interview a man, he can brag about money, take full credit for his success and talk about his cars? If I interview a successful women, she's got to tip toe around her success and watch her words?"

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I've become very aware of the double standard that successful women face.

If I Interview a man, he can brag about money, take full credit for his success and talk about his cars?

If I interview a successful women, she's got to tip toe around her success and watch her words?

— Steven Bartlett (@SteveBartlettSC) January 7, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/trending/these-are-the-dog-breeds-most-vulnerable-to-the-cold-and-tips-to-keep-them-warm-this-winter/ Fri, 07 Jan 2022 14:00:24 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261568

Many people right across Greater Manchester will have woken up to a covering of snow outside this morning.

And for those of us with dogs, this can be a pretty exciting time.

While some four-legged friends will no doubt be having the time of their lives frolicking around in the snow without a care in the world for how cold it may be, for other dog breeds, their furry coat just isn't enough to keep them warm, and are therefore "vulnerable" in the winter and may need a helping hand to regulate their temperatures.

With the winter weather only set to stick around for a couple more months, leading pet supplies retailer Pets At Home has released a list of the 14 dog breeds most vulnerable to the cold at this time of year.

It's also released some top tips to help dog owners best keep their pups warm.

"Lucky for some, certain dog breeds have naturally long and well insulated coats that help keep them warm when the weather gets tough," Pets at Home says.

"Unfortunately, lots of other types of dog are more vulnerable to the cold weather."

According to Pets at Home, when temperatures drop below 10⁰C, some small to medium-size dogs might need to be walked in a jumper or coat dependant on the length of their fur, activity levels, and how long they'll be outside, and when it gets to below 5⁰C, certain larger dog breeds can begin to become affected by the cold weather too and may need to wear a coat.

Dog owners are always advised to pay close attention to the length of their dog's fur, the time spent outside, and their behaviour when in the cold to help them come to the decision as to whether they may need to wear a coat.

These are the following dog breeds most susceptible to the cold, and the most "vulnerable" during the winter.

Small and Short Coated Dog Breeds

1. Jack Russells
2. Poodles
3. Whippets
4. Dachshunds
5. Chihuahuas
6. Basset Hounds
7. Yorkshire Terriers

Large and Short Coated Dog Breeds

1. Dalmations
2. Staffordshire Bull Terriers
3. Greyhounds
4. Doberman Pinschers

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Pets at Home says that it is typically small breeds with short coats and toy breed dogs that will struggle to keep warm during the winter, however, some larger breeds can also get chilly, despite their size, due to their thin coats, and it's important to keep this in mind.

"All these breeds are more susceptible to the cold, however, any dog will get cold if left in the cold or wet for too long," the retailer says.

When the temperatures drop to - 5⁰C or less, Pets at Home also says owners should be wary when walking any breed or size of dog, as there is a chance that sub-zero conditions can cause frostbite and paw injuries.

Besides canine coats, what are some other top tips for ensuring dogs are warm in the winter?

If the ground on your usual walk is particularly icy or cold, you could try introducing 'booties' to your dog's usual walk wear, and while most pets aren’t used to having their paws covered, these can prevent those painful injuries caused by ice, snow or slush.

To help your dog get used to them, you could try putting children’s socks or mittens on their feet when they're comfortable and happy at home.

You should always thoroughly dry your dog when you return from too.

Featured Image - Unsplash (Brooke Cagle)

]]> 261568 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/where-to-go-for-cocktails-in-manchester-if-youre-avoiding-booze-this-january-manc/ Fri, 07 Jan 2022 17:24:05 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261585

If you're not drinking this January, or you're looking to cut back, you're in luck because the offerings for no and low alcohol alternatives in Manchester have, quite frankly, never been better.

Clever bartenders across the city have created new takes on classic cocktails like espresso martinis, negronis and amaretto sours, without the percentage.

The number of adults in the UK that no longer drink alcohol is at an all-time high.

Data from the Local Alcohol Profiles for England (LAPE) show around 16.2% of people in the country now abstain completely, an increase of around 0.7%, whilst binge drinking has also reduced from 16.4% to 15.4%.  

There's a generational divide too, with the Alcohol Education Trust reporting that among 16 – 24 year-olds in 2018, an overwhelming majority of young adults (78 % of men and 85% of women) now go out to enjoy themselves and socialise, not to get drunk.

Overall, 'mindful' drinking appears to be firmly on the rise, and it seems like in connection with that the traditional cold-turkey abstinence associated with Dry January could finally be on its way out.

In its place, many are opting to switch to low and no alcohol options - be that beers, cocktails, wines, or 'spirit' mixers - and the good news is there are so many different places you can go out in Manchester to enjoy them.

The timing couldn't really be better. Hospitality really needs our support this month, after most businesses saw eye-watering losses over Christmas - a period that typically brings in triple the takings of a 'usual' month in the trade.

Read more: 2022 is the year to skip Dry January and support your local pub

Elaine Wrigley, co-owner of the popular city centre gin bar Atlas, which boasts the biggest collection of gin in Manchester, said they were "definitely seeing a lot more interest" in their low and no alcohol gin alternatives this year. 

"Over the past few years, we’ve seen a year on year growth, in interest, for non-alcoholic options, that are appealing to adults, and a genuine alternative," she told The Manc.

"The emergence of known Gin brands creating zero alcohol alternatives, really does let us push the boundaries, though, and Tanqueray can be used to create a fabulous Gin Sling alternative, or Tom Collins."

The gin bar, which stocks so many different bottles it's created its own digital Gin Bible, also stocks a range of low-alcohol alternatives such as Seedlip, Tanqueray Zero, Gordon's Zero, vegan-friendly 'spirit' Everleaf and Tuscan Tree, which is made in the style of a classic Italian apéritif.

Using these, they can make non-alcoholic cocktails like 'nogronis' - as well as offer a range of different 'gin' and tonic serves using premium mixers.

On the other side of town Manchester party bar MOJO, a spot where you might typically find yourself dancing on tables at 4 in the morning (surely it's not just us?), has been selling a non-alcoholic range of cocktails for over a year in its venues. 

These are not mocktails but real cocktails using a range of nonalcoholic spirits created by Lyre. 

James Hudson, business development and training manager for the group, which now has six bars across the UK, told us that a growing trend, which sees drinkers increasingly opting to alternate between alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks, was one of the key drivers in creating the menu. 

As a result, the bar now offers the 12 most popular cocktails from its 120-strong list as alcohol-free versions - and, he adds, they even had to change the name of one, an Amaretto Sour, as customers genuinely couldn't tell the difference. 

He said: "We looked at sort of ten or twelve out of our most popular cocktails out of our list of 120, and went, we want people to have those top twelve drinks - look the same, smell the same, taste as close as we can to it - erm, you know, and I think we’ve pretty much achieved it.”

He also touches on a point that's growing in popularity, the idea that zero-proof drinks don't mean we can't have fun - but rather that we can remain in control on a night out.

“Really if you’re stood next to somebody, if you didn’t want somebody to know you weren't drinking, or you know when you can sometimes be out with a group of friends and some people are egging you on a bit, you think ‘I wanna keep drinking, I want to enjoy the night but I don’t want to drink any more alcohol […] because I don’t want to get too drunk’ […] people would be none the wiser.”  

Elsewhere, spirits distributor Mangrove is working to promote 'mindful January' with a great range of drinks stocked at the likes of Tariff and Dale, the Common group (The Beagle, Nell's at KAMPUS, Common), The Washhouse, Purezza, Motley and PLY. 

Over at Nell's, you'll find a 'dryish January' menu featuring the likes of the Lo-Groni (a low ABV take on everyone's favourite gin cocktail, made with Portobello Temperance, Aperol and vermouth), alongside a Manchester Mule, Lipton-inspired Peach Tea Spritz, and a drink that needs no introduction - the Virgin Mary.

NQ vegan pizzeria Purezza, meanwhile, is serving up drinks like La Dolce Vida (an espresso martini twist with Sea Arch 0% ABV, solo coffee concentrate, tonka bean droplet and house vanilla syrup), alongside long, fruity options like Paradiso and Life is Beautiful.

The company, which looks after two low and no alcohol gin alternatives, Portobello Road's  Temperance lower-alcohol spirit (4.2%) and Sea Arch non-alcoholic spirit, is also hosting a 'Wellbeing Weekender' on the 15 and 16 January at GRUB.  

The entire site will be dedicated to the wellness festival, with Mangrove running no and low cocktails there on the bars, alongside a holistic market and a variety of different events including workshops, guest talks and yoga classes- ranging from sleep yoga to aerial, to a beginners class. 

All the funds raised from the weekender will go towards supporting So Let's Talk, a nonprofit mental health advocacy group that works to better improve the lives and working conditions of those within hospitality. 

Founded by Patrick Howley, a former hospitality heavyweight with over a decade in the industry, So Let's Talk is making big moves to change the narrative around low and no drinks - even going so far as to launch its own collaboration with brewer Tiny Rebel to help raise funds and awareness for its cause.

Featuring artwork by Good Good Graffiti aka Shawn Sharpe, taken from an SLT mural campaign that shines a light on the work they do on the mental, physical and financial health of hospitality professionals, all money from the beer sales go straight back into the nonprofit.

"We wanted to give the industry a product we could profit share on. A way in which we could subsidise some of the cost of our sessions at a time where hospitality businesses may want our services but can’t afford to pay for them," said Patrick.

"It was only natural for us to think about creating beers but we didn’t want to offer hospitality professionals something that was potentially destructive. 

"So we decided on creating low and no beers that would offer hospitality professionals a mindful option after a shift/ on their days off. 

"We use the money from the beer sales to invest in the work we do at SLT be it evolution of our sessions or creation of new products for the industry."

You can find SLT's Tiny Rebel collab at a range of different venues in Manchester, including Noho, Feel Good Club, Tariff and Dale, Common and Co,, Revs De Cuba, Vodka Revolution, Wandering Palate, Club House and more.

More venues in Manchester where you can find low and no alcoholic cocktails and beers this January

The Washhouse

Recently crowned as one of the best secret bars in Manchester, The Washhouse has a full section or low no alcohol cocktails on its menu.

Piccadilly Tap

Piccadilly Tap has got quite a few low alcohol beers on offer including pilsner Bitburger Drive and grapefruit beer Schofferhofer on keg. As for cans and bottles, think Schneider Weisse, Beavertown Lazer Crush IPA, Adnams Ghost Ship Pale Ale.

The Gasworks

The Gasworks on First Street has a decent alcohol free range of beers and is looking to expand it even further this month.

Revolucion De Cuba

Revolucion De Cuba has a great range of alcohol-free cocktails available this month.

Junkyard Golf Club

Junkyard Golf Club has a selection of cocktails available as mocktails.

Food Sorcery

The cookery school in Didsbury has some great low and no alternatives on its bar for those who don't want to drink alcohol.

First Street Bar and Kitchen, Vocation & Co at Society MCR and Evelyn's / The Daisy all also get an honourable mention as places to look at when you're after a decent alcohol free or low alcohol drink.

Featured image - Tariff and Dale / MOJO

]]> 261585 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/military-drafted-in-to-help-north-west-ambulance-service-cope-with-covid-staff-shortages/ Fri, 07 Jan 2022 15:11:27 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261619

Around 150 military personnel have been drafted in to support the North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) cope with rising staff shortages due to COVID.

The NWAS says the the military will be available to respond to patients whose need is not urgent, and who often have longer waits when the service is busy, to allow it to "make more efficient use" of its emergency resources, while helping out the wider NHS system.

The cohort of personnel will begin training on the 11 January, and will continue to work with the NWAS for a number of weeks.

The military personnel will receive NWAS training in driving ambulances, manual handling, kit familiarisation, and basic life support - which the Service says is similar to the standards of the trust’s patient transport staff, who have also been supporting the emergency service throughout the pandemic.

This new draft follows what the NWAS says was a "very successful partnership" last winter, when the military was deployed to more than 4,600 non-life-threatening 999 incidents, including assisting with transportation of patients between healthcare sites on a predicted 1,700 occasions.

Feedback from those who worked with the military personnel was overwhelmingly positive, the NWAS revealed.

"It's no secret that the ambulance service, along with the NHS as a whole, has been under extreme pressure for several months," said Ged Blezard - Director of Operations at the NWAS.

"Now we are also experiencing high numbers of staff absences due to confirmed COVID-19 cases and isolation, with around 25% of the workforce currently affected [and so] as part of our resilience planning, we can make a request to the military for support and feel now is the right time to put the arrangements in place.

https://twitter.com/NWAmbulance/status/1479412837374210058?s=20

"We worked alongside the military last February and March, and it allows us to have more of our vehicles on the road, getting people the treatment they need sooner.

"This frees up emergency ambulances to attend to urgent, life-threatening cases."

Ged added that taking this "timely intervention" to increase its resources now means the NWAS can carry on doing saving lives, while still providing extra support for its staff and patients during another "challenging period".

Featured Image - North West Ambulance Service

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The ambulance service and the military are joining forces to support people in the North West.🤝https://t.co/g4ePipPvQl

— North West Ambulance Service (@NWAmbulance) January 7, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/trending/a-yougov-ranking-of-the-best-and-worst-accents-in-the-british-isles-has-got-people-arguing-online/ Fri, 07 Jan 2022 17:03:01 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261651

Did you see that YouGov dug up its old poll on the best and worst accents in the British Isles and it sparked quite the row online this week?

Well, in case you missed it, the market research and data analytics firm took to Twitter to respond to a tweet that intended to "start a civil war" by asking people for their takes on what the "worst accent" in the UK was, and so decided to shared the results from its controversial 2014 poll - which rated accents based on how attractive or unattractive they are.

The 'Southern Irish' accent was found to be the most appealing, according to those who voted, claiming a net attractiveness score of +42.

Other accents deemed attractive and placing highly include received pronunciation (RP) - or 'BBC English' - Welsh, Yorkshire, West Country, and Geordie, while the Scouse, Cockney, Glaswegian, and unfortunately for us, Mancunian, accents ranked low on the list.

The Birmingham, or 'Brummie' accent, was voted to be the most unattractive in the poll.

https://twitter.com/YouGov/status/1479049877715886082?s=20

At the time the poll was conducted, YouGov said thee were some "vast differences" in perceived attractiveness of accents.

And if the recent rowing on Twitter is anything to go by, that's definitely the case.

YouGov said that the West Country accent is considered the most attractive to over-60s, with 63% of the oldest generation seeing it as attractive, compared to only 22% of 18-24 year-olds. The opposite perception had developed for Northern Irish too, with most 18-24 year-olds (54%) seeing it as attractive, compared to only 37% of over-60s, and then the Geordie accent also had a greater appeal to older British people too.

Here's the list in full:

The Most Attractive Accents in the British Isles

1. Southern Irish
2. Received Pronunciation
3. Welsh
4. Yorkshire
5. West Country
6. Geordie
7. Northern Irish
8. Glaswegian
9. Cockney
10. Mancunian
11. Scouse
12. Brummie

The results from the poll, unsurprisingly, sparked criticism and got a lot of people talking.

But rather than people just being outraged that their accents were deemed to be unattractive and making claims that it isn't the case, criticism largely came from the structure and wording of the survey instead.

Plenty of people called out the term 'Southern Irish' and objected to Ireland falling under the umbrella of 'the British Isles' while the explaining that the country of Ireland has countless different accent and dialect variations.

Similar criticisms were also levelled at the use of 'Welsh' and 'Northern Irish', while many couldn't wrap their heads around why 'Glaswegian' appeared to be the only Scottish accent on the list.

The most common critique from people responding on social media was that the UK is filled with accents that change ever-so-slightly, or in some cases quite drastically, from one town or city to the next - for which the region of Greater Manchester is a great example of - and so it doesn't really make sense to generalise and say that one place has one specific and distinctive accent.

Do you agree? Fancy having a read through some of the responses and critiques by people? Keen to give your thoughts on the debate?

You can get stuck in over on YouGov's Twitter here.

Featured Image - Unsplash (Mangopear Creative)

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Brummie is the worst accent in the UK, according to a 2014 YouGov study

These are all the British accents that got net unattractive scores:
Brummie: -53
Scouse: -33
Mancunian: -31
Cockney: -30
Glaswegian: -29https://t.co/y2RHxxay32 https://t.co/Tc4JpDuwIk pic.twitter.com/cLAdDfapZJ

— YouGov (@YouGov) January 6, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/dad-pays-heartbreaking-tribute-to-best-mate-five-year-old-found-dead-on-new-years-eve/ Fri, 07 Jan 2022 16:07:56 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261655

The dad of a boy who was found dead on New Year's Eve has paid a heart-breaking tribute to his 'best mate'.

Dylan Scanlon, 5, was pronounced dead at a house on Elm Road in Oldham just after 6.20pm on January 31.

Greater Manchester Police have said an investigation is under way into the circumstances of the death of the child, who has been described as a 'happy, funny and cheeky little boy'.

A woman in her 30s has been detained under the Mental Health Act.

Dylan's dad said: "Dylan was my best mate.

"He was a happy, funny and cheeky little boy, who was full of excitement - especially about doing new things.

"Dylan loved going to school, playing with his friends and dogs and going for drives with me to parks and lakes. He loved being at the lake but not walking around it - he was there for the ice cream, a ride on daddy's shoulders and a McDonald's on the way home.

"His favourite times of year were Christmas and his birthday - he knew he'd be spoiled.

Read more: Military drafted in to help North West Ambulance Service cope with COVID staff shortages

"I've been looking through memories on my phone - videos of him crawling and learning how to walk. I will always remember his face when I got home from work - he was always happy to see me and I loved spending any time with him that I could.

"Dylan will be sadly missed by all family and friends, especially his brother, who he loved and absolutely adored. I loved watching them playing with each other, looking after each other and just doing what brothers do.

"On behalf of my family, I ask people to respect our privacy." 

Anyone with information should contact police on 0161 856 1995 quoting 2284 31/12/21. Alternatively, the independent charity - Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

Featured image: Greater Manchester Police

]]> 261655 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/venues-must-have-plans-to-prevent-terror-attacks-under-new-legislation/ Mon, 10 Jan 2022 08:31:13 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261732

Venues will have a legal duty to protect members of the public from terrorist attacks under new plans being unveiled by the Home Secretary this week.

The introduction of a 'Protect Duty' has come about following a lengthy campaign by Figen Murray - the mother of 29-year-old Martyn Hett who was killed in the Manchester Arena bombing.

Ms Murray has been calling for the government to introduce new legislation - known as Martyn's Law - that would require venues to have measures in place to help prevent terrorist attacks.

After 18 weeks of consultation, Home Secretary Priti Patel is set to lay out the new proposals in further detail on Monday (January 10).

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Ms Murray called the proposal "another big step in the right direction" and said she welcomed the report as proof that the government were committed to protecting the public.

She stated: "The report shows a majority support for tougher security measures to ensure that people are better prepared to protect the public from terrorist attacks. It is also positive to see so many responses from campaigners and various industry sectors.

"I am aware that a significant number of organisations are already taking the practical and proactive steps that will make us all safer when visiting public places."

Ms Patel said: "Following the tragic attack at the Manchester Arena, we have worked closely with Figen Murray, victims’ groups and partners to develop proposals to improve protective security around the country.

"I am grateful for their tireless commitment to the duty and those who responded to the consultation; the majority of whom agreed tougher measures are needed to protect the public from harm."

Hett was one of 22 people who lost their lives in the suicide bombing in Manchester in May 2017.

A permanent memorial paying tribute to the victims titled the Glade of Light opened in the city centre earlier this month.

Featured image: Wikimedia Commons

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The next step on the journey to Martyn’s Law becoming a reality. This would not have happened without @survivors_a_t @MrBrendanCox @CTCommentator & others. We have worked with the government & I thank them for regularly updating us & collaborating with us. Nearly there……. https://t.co/d4TQAg0gkw

— Figen Murray (@FigenMurray) January 9, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/developers-told-to-pay-for-4-billion-scheme-to-remove-dangerous-cladding-from-buildings/ Mon, 10 Jan 2022 09:26:04 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261748

Developers are being told they will need to pay for a new £4 billion government scheme to fix unsafe cladding on buildings in England.

Housing Minister Michael Gove has warned housebuilders they will need to fund the repairs or face laws forcing them to act.

Gove said that the reforms would help to protect leaseholders and fix a "broken system".

Plans include more money for fire alarms, a review of the scale of the work required, and an extension of the time in which leaseholders can sue builders for defective flats (widening the window from six years to 30 years after construction).

Further details of the scheme are set to be unveiled later on Monday (January 10) as Gove meets with leaseholders of affected buildings and campaign groups.

https://twitter.com/BBCBreakfast/status/1480433978221891585?s=20

Leaseholders across Britain have been facing financial ruin due to the cladding scandal - with many left trapped in unsafe and unsellable homes.

An investigation following the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017 revealed that hundreds of blocks of flats in England were at risk, with owners initially told to pay for the essential fire safety repairs.

A significant protest has been underway ever since as leaseholders campaign for government support.

£5 billion has been committed to removing cladding from taller buildings so far.

https://twitter.com/KayBurley/status/1480454789355945984?s=20

Representatives at the End Our Cladding Scandal group expressed cautious optimism ahead of the meeting with the Housing Minister, but also declared the need for more action.

"This may be a step in the right direction, but the devil's in the detail," the group stated on Twitter.

"Leaseholders need protection in law [and] more urgent action on the ground."

Featured image: Chatham House / Flickr

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A new £4bn scheme to remove unsafe cladding from flats in England will be revealed later.

On #BBCBreakfast @SarahCorkerNews shares the details of what is expected in the plans ⬇️https://t.co/HihXEWpRJN pic.twitter.com/hXjYkI5sWC

— BBC Breakfast (@BBCBreakfast) January 10, 2022]]>

Time to cough up on cladding?

Housing Secretary @michaelgove warns the Government could impose a developers tax if those with "deep pockets" don't do their bit.#KayBurley FM pic.twitter.com/B7yz9BTnYP

— Kay Burley (@KayBurley) January 10, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/travel-disruption-across-manchester-as-first-bus-drivers-go-on-strike/ Mon, 10 Jan 2022 09:44:29 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261776

Travel disruption is likely for many who travel by bus in Manchester on Monday and Tuesday as hundreds of drivers go on strike in a dispute over pay and conditions.

Roughly 300 drivers for First buses walked out this morning and will remain on strike on Tuesday, as part of a union dispute taking place at First's Oldham depot.

As a result, 28 school services across Manchester, Rochdale, Oldham and Tameside have been cancelled over the next two days. A further 18. commercial services have also been cancelled due to the strike action.

https://twitter.com/OfficialTfGM/status/1480441819460681729

The drivers' union, Unite, says that the bus company has not been 'reasonable' in responding to requests around improving pay. According to reports by ITV, the company's refusal to backdate a pay rise to August has been a key sticking point.

"Our members have been hailed as heroes for working throughout pandemic but that praise feels decidedly hollow when First Manchester is refusing to make our members a reasonable pay offer," said Sharon Graham, General Secretary of Unite.

According to the union, 300 drivers recorded a 99 per cent vote in favour of striking after last-minute talks on January 7 failed to make any headway.

Transport for Greater Manchester (TFGM) is attempting to cover some services, but staff shortages due to Covid mean that a number of services will not run on Monday or Tuesday.

First Manchester commercial services not operating

• 6 - Rochdale - Kirkholt
• 57 - Oldham - Rushcroft via Shaw
• 59 - Manchester - Oldham
• 81 - Manchester - Derker
• 82 - Oldham - Sholver
• 83 - Manchester - Sholver
• 84 - Manchester - Uppermill
• X84 - Manchester - Carrcote
• 180 - Oldham - Greenfield
• 181 - Rochdale - Manchester
• 182 - Rochdale - Manchester
• 184 - Oldham - Huddersfield
• 348 - Ashton - Carrbrook
• 350 - Oldham - Ashton
• 408 - Oldham - Rochdale
• 409 - Rochdale - Ashton
• 425 - Oldham - Holts
• 426 - Oldham - Fitton Hill

First school bus routes not operating

• 708 morning service from New Moston (7.41am) to Co-op Academy Manchester
• 775 morning service from Fitton Hill (8am) to St Damian’s
• 793 morning service from Littlemoss (7.20am) to Audenshaw
• 793 afternoon service from Audenshaw (2.50pm) to Littlemoss
• 803 afternoon service from Mossley Hollins (3.10pm) to Oldham
• 820 morning service from Darnton Rd (8.05am) to Copley Academy
• 823 afternoon service from Bluecoat (3.35pm) to Dobcross
• 825 morning service from Waterhead (8.09am) to Saddleworth
• 829 morning service from Werneth (7am) to Oasis Leesbrook
• 829 morning service from Werneth (7.30am) to Oasis Leesbrook and Saddleworth
• 829 afternoon service from Oasis Leesbrook (3.50pm) to Werneth
• 835 morning service from Sholver (7.50am) to Newman College
• 835 afternoon service from Newman College (3.30pm) to Sholver
• 836 morning service from Derker (7.58am) to Newman College
• 837 morning service from Hyde (7.40am) to Longdendale High School
• 837 afternoon service from Longdendale High School (3pm) to Hyde
• 849 afternoon service from Oasis Academy (2.50pm) to Higher Blackley
• 851 morning service from Guide Bridge (7.40am) to Gt. Academy Ashton
• 865 morning service from Glodwick (7.38am) to Waterhead Academy
• 865 afternoon service from Waterhead Academy (3.05pm) to Glodwick
• 870 afternoon service from Mossley Hollins (3.09pm) to Carrbrook
• 875 afternoon service from Radclyffe School (3.10pm) to Moston
• 879 afternoon service from Royton & Crompton (3.20pm) to Sholver
• 879 morning service from Moston (7.35am) to Radclyffe School
• 879 morning service from Sholver (7.30am) to Royton & Crompton
• 882 morning service from Shaw (8.13am) to Newman College
• 884 morning service from Calderbrook (7.28am) to Kingsway Park
• 884 afternoon service from Kingsway Park (2.50pm) to Calderbrook

First has apologised to customers for the disruption to services being caused by the strike action.

Ian Humphreys, Managing Director, First Manchester told the Manchester Evening News:" "We have been holding extensive talks with union representatives over the last few days and made every attempt to avoid industrial action, especially given the short notice this creates for our customers to make alternative travel arrangements.”

Unite has further strike action planned for January 18, 20, 24 and 26.

Feature image - Wikimedia Commons

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Industrial action is taking place again today at First Manchester's Oldham depot.

As a result, the 6, 57, 59, 81, 82, 83, 84, X84, 180, 181, 182, 184, 348, 350, 408 , 409, 425 and 426 services will not operate.

Further info 👉 https://t.co/cegX2clCCw pic.twitter.com/ChzECEgeui

— Transport for Greater Manchester 🚲🚶🏾‍♀️ (@OfficialTfGM) January 10, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/24000-sign-petition-to-reinstate-manchester-bus-driver-sacked-for-being-too-short/ Mon, 10 Jan 2022 10:16:21 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261780

A Manchester bus driver who lost her job for being "too short" has received significant support - with 24,000 people signing a petition demanding her reinstatement.

Tracey Scholes - one of the first female bus drivers in Manchester - was dismissed after 34 years behind the wheel when operator Go North West Ltd introduced a new bus model that she was deemed unfit to drive.

Scholes, who stands at 5ft tall, was told she did not have the "capability" to drive the new buses due to adjustments to the vehicles' wing mirrors and assault screens.

The new dimensions meant that Scholes would need to lean back to use the mirrors, leaving her unable to reach the pedals.

https://twitter.com/BackTraceyS/status/1479391609896804355?s=20

Scholes has been working at Manchester’s Queen’s Road bus depot since 1987.

Supporters described her as "instrumental in paving the way for other women to take up positions within the passenger sector" and a "hardworking, loved and valued member... who deserves to be commended for her years of service to the traveling public of Greater Manchester".

The online petition is calling for Scholes to be reinstated with no loss of pay or hours.

A Go North West spokesperson, however, told The Guardian that the company had "no choice" but to dismiss Scholes, having made "numerous proposals to accommodate" her which had been rejected.

https://twitter.com/mwolferobinson/status/1480266388258406413?s=20

A Go North West rep stated: "The design of the mirrors on our buses was agreed after consultation with Unite some time ago.

"All our other drivers of similar height to Tracey are able to view them safely. Dedicated, experienced, hardworking bus drivers are difficult to find and so we would never act lightly in a situation like this.

"We are sorry that we were left with no choice but to bring this driver’s employment to an end."

A final appeal against the decision is due to take place tomorrow (Tuesday 11 January).

Featured image: Wikimedia Commons

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No worker should be cast aside after 34 years of loyal service because of their height @gnwbus @TheGoAheadGroup.

& #Manchester agrees 🐝🔽#shedeservesbetter #bringbacktracey pic.twitter.com/4SBgbKBzUZ

— Bring Back Tracey Scholes! (@BackTraceyS) January 7, 2022]]>

Tracey Scholes was one of the first women to drive a bus in Manchester. 34 years later, she's been sacked after a new bus design means she can't reach the pedals. Her final appeal is Tuesday - all she's asking for is the same no of hours on a diff route https://t.co/UOSIwtWwze

— Maya Wolfe-Robinson (@mwolferobinson) January 9, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/free-lateral-flow-tests-could-be-phased-out-under-new-plans/ Mon, 10 Jan 2022 12:08:06 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261799

Free lateral flow tests could be phased out over the coming weeks as the government prepares to launch a plan for the UK to "live with COVID".

A report in The Sunday Times over the weekend alleged that a new system was being proposed in which free lateral flow tests may be limited to high-risk settings such as care homes, hospitals and schools.

Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi said he "did not recognise" the story, but Housing Minister Michael Gove refused to deny that plans were being drawn up to prioritise free tests for certain environments.

Gove told Sky News that lateral flow tests had been a "vital tool" in the pandemic, but that the country was "moving to a situation where it is possible to say that we can live with COVID".

The minister did however warn that "it's absolutely vital to recognise we are not there yet", and said that the public will need to "continue to test" ahead of some "difficult weeks" for the NHS.

https://twitter.com/KayBurley/status/1480450161516101637?s=20

Lateral flow tests are currently available to order online free of charge for anyone who does not have symptoms.

But according to The Sunday Times, the government is considering scaling back their supply as well as Test & Trace measures, having already spent than £6 billion on mass testing since the start of the pandemic.

First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon said that to consider such a move would be "utterly wrongheaded", whilst Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham responded to the initial report by tweeting "keep lateral flow tests free!".

MP Ian Blackford also criticised the prospect of reducing or removing free lateral flow tests, calling it "madness".

He tweeted: "These tests are an important defence to help restrain the growth of cases. This would be highly irresponsible."

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Housing Secretary @michaelgove says lateral flow tests will be free for "as long as we need them..."

But just how long will that be? 🤔👇#KayBurley FM pic.twitter.com/yzbY0nPayp

— Kay Burley (@KayBurley) January 10, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/manchester-bar-brewdog-is-giving-away-unlimited-pints-of-af-beer-this-january/ Mon, 10 Jan 2022 14:00:00 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261802

A bar in Manchester is giving away unlimited pints throughout January - meaning that for the price of one pint you can drink as many as you like this month.

The catch? The deal's only available on draught alcohol-free beers as part of a Dry January promotion, which hopes to encourage more Mancs to try the alcohol-free versions created from its best-selling beer range.

BrewDog, which has two bars and a 'dog house' hotel in Manchester city centre, has revealed it is giving away bottomless pints of its alcohol-free draft options all month in a bid to encourage more mindful drinking and get people back into the pub.

Bestsellers like the original Punk IPA are available in the offer, just transformed to remove the alcoholic part- forming Punk AF, soon to be your new favourite Dry Jan alternative.

Elsewhere, you'll also find other popular AF alternatives like Elvis AF, Lost AF, and Nanny State - giving you all the flavour, just without the percentage.

And there's more, too. To coincide with the arrival of Dry January, BrewDog has just released a new, tiki-inspired AF draught fruit punch beer for the occasion. Called 'Made For Us', the alcohol-free fruit beer, created by Square Root, is served over ice to make it extra refreshing.

Given it’s Dry January and our pockets are wrung dry, feeling the full force of the festive aftermath, BrewDog’s venues in Manchester are getting savvy by offering up unlimited non-alcoholic pints to make their non-alcoholic options even more affordable.

If you’re new to a lack of alcoholic booze and seriously wanting a pint, it’s a place where you can seek solitude and enjoy a draft beer to soothe the Dry January jitters- all without the 'getting drunk' part.

Essentially, you can get free refills of all your favourite pints for the price of one- what’s not to love about that?

Read more: Where to go for cocktails in Manchester if you’re avoiding booze this January

The bar's also getting in on Veganuary, with a 2 4 1 offer on its vegan and vegetarian mains this month - all created in collaboration with friends at Beyond Meat, Biffs, Temple of Seitan, Moving Mountains and THI.

That means you can enjoy the likes of its BrewDog & Beyond Burger, a completely vegan monster burger made with a beyond meat patty, vegan black pudding, onion rings and seasoned vine tomatoes, for free when you order a second meal alongside.

To get the 2 4 1 food offer, all you need to do is sign up using this link to get a voucher you can use throughout the month.

We'll see you at the bar.

Feature image - BrewDog

]]> 261802 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/beloved-detroit-pizza-spot-corner-slice-is-opening-a-second-site-in-manchester-city-centre/ Mon, 10 Jan 2022 13:51:02 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261840

Greater Manchester's original Detroit pizza spot, Corner Slice, is opening a second site in the centre of Manchester.

The popular Failsworth pizzeria, which was the first to bring its Motor city-inspired rectangular pizzas to Manchester after a 'light bulb' moment during lockdown, has now confirmed plans to open a second site in the heart of the city this February.

Serving deep pan pizza with traditional Italian toppings and a curly cheese crust, the new site will open first as a dark kitchen - giving city dwellers a chance to try East Manchester's original Detroit-inspired pizza slices at home for the very first time.

And if it all goes well, owners Frank Brashaw and Danny Broadbent say they also plan to open a permanent shop in the city too.

The pair told The Manc, "We're opening a dark kitchen to expand our delivery radius in February, and if it goes as well as we hope we will be looking for a permanent shop in the centre".

Corner Slice is known for its saucy, fluffy deep-pan squares, which come topped with the likes of Italian sausage, smoked garlic chicken, pepperoni, nduja, 'hot honey', banana peppers and a signature house cheese blend.

Traditionally topped with tomato sauce and Wisconsin brick cheese that goes all the way to the edges, the base of the Detroit-inspired pies is fluffy and similar in texture to focaccia.

The pizzeria also has some great veggie and vegan options, as well as making all of its pies available with vegan cheese, 'crispy walls and all'.

Think square pies loaded with the likes of Korean Cauli, Portocini (a mix of portobello and porcini), a simple 'Red Top' with just cheese and red sauce, or regularly changing specials.

This months? A vegan special loaded with vegan sausage, piquillo peppers, pickled raisins and harrissa roasted broccolli.

Even better, if you can't decide you can opt for a 'half and half' pie - combining two choices in one.

Elsewhere on the menu, you'll find complementary sides like fried chicken and waffle fries alongside homemade sauces including chilli'd honey, garlic and herb and BBQ ranch.

Corner Slice also offers a small but carefully curated selection of beers, wines and soft drinks to enjoy with its food.

Despite being right out on the edge of town. the tiny Failsworth pizza shop has made quite a considerable name for itself.

Its owners shared the news about the move in a social media post asking for new talented pizza chefs to join their team of self-described Detroit pizza peddlers.

The job advert read:

"BIG CITY LIFE.

"We've heard your cries and are expanding our radius to town and beyond, by opening a second kitchen in the city centre.

"We're looking for a few keen pizza peddlers to join us in slinging out Detroit pies to the good people of Manchester."

The news has created considerable excitement amongst its fans, who were quick to share their enthusiasm for its arrival in Manchester city centre.

One wrote, "OMG!! 2022 is my year!!!!!!!!"

Another added, "This is sick -bout time."

A third said, "Best news ever !!! Best pizza" whilst another follower agreed, saying "Totally agree!! Absolutely great news!! We love your pizza in the city centre!!"

The official opening date for the new kitchen is yet to be confirmed. To keep up to date with developments, make sure to follow Corner Slice on Instagram here.

If you're interested in working for Corner Slice, you can send your CV to the team at cornerslicemcr@gmail.com.

Feature image - Corner Slice MCR

]]> 261840 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/jeremy-corbyn-considering-launching-new-political-party/ Mon, 10 Jan 2022 14:46:04 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261859

Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn is considering whether to launch his own political party, according to recent reports.

The Telegraph ran a story over the weekend claiming the Islington North MP is being urged by supporters to upgrade his Peace & Justice Project charity - launched in January 2021 - into a fully-fledged political force for the next election.

Corbyn is said to be mulling the move due to uncertainty he will be permitted to run as a Labour MP.

https://twitter.com/Tony_Diver/status/1480231691214016518?s=20

The former Leader of the Opposition was removed from Labour in October 2020 after he rejected the conclusions of a report into party anti-Semitism, claiming it had been "dramatically overstated for political reasons".

Whilst Corbyn was later readmitted as a Labour member, current leader Sir Keir Starmer did not restore the whip; effectively suspending Corbyn from the parliamentary party.

Speculation as to Corbyn's future with Labour has remained rife for several months.

In November, The Guardian reported that Corbyn was being tipped to run as an independent for Islington North at the next election - a seat he has held since 1983 and won for a tenth consecutive occasion in 2019 with 63.4% of the vote.

New reports have suggested he will be turning his Peace & Justice Project - which was established to "bring people together for social and economic justice, peace, and human rights, in Britain and across the world" - into a party of its own.

A spokesperson for Corbyn, however, stated that the MP wanted to "see a Labour Party and Government that is serious about shifting wealth and power from the few to the many".

Featured image: Wikimedia Commons

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🌹Exclusive: Jeremy Corbyn is considering setting up his own political party after accepting he will never be readmitted as a Labour MP.

Figures in Corbyn’s inner circle, including his wife, think he should turn his Peace and Justice Project into a party. https://t.co/lcXx6Lj4II

— Tony Diver (@Tony_Diver) January 9, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/abandoned-theme-park-camelot-will-reopen-to-the-public-as-a-zombie-experience/ Fri, 07 Jan 2022 11:29:00 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262723

Legendary north west theme park Camelot is set to reopen to the public next month - but not as we know it.

The medieval-themed Lancashire attraction has been out of use for a decade and is largely derelict.

And now its abandoned rides and empty footpaths are about to be brought by to life... by the undead.

A new interactive event series, Camelot Rises, will see the eerie theme park filled with zombies.

Live actors, accompanied by scene-setting lights and sounds, will interact with visitors in a truly gory experience.

The events will also include screenings of some of the biggest zombie blockbusters of all time.

Ticket-holders will pass through several zones on their way to the drive-in cinema, including the Military Compound, the Valley of the Dead, and the Decontamination Station.

Organisers say: "Something deadly has destroyed the legendary world of Camelot…now
overrun by zombies hungry for human flesh.

"As the army struggle to keep control of the area, it’s time to see if you can survive this gruesome night of post-apocalyptic horror."

Camelot Rises comes from the same team behind the Park N Party series of drive-in cinemas in Manchester.

There'll be a fully licensed bar and street food vendors on the site near Chorley.

Read more: The best things to do in Greater Manchester this week | 10 – 16 January 2022

Films on the schedule will include the 28 Days Later series, Night of the Living Dead, I Am Legend and A Quiet Place.

Camelot Rises is currently scheduled to take place between February 5 and March 6.

Tickets are on sale now, priced at £50 per vehicle. You can get yours here.

Featured image: Wikimedia Commons / Supplied

]]> 262723 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/remembering-when-manchester-arndale-had-an-eclectic-underground-market/ Tue, 11 Jan 2022 06:30:00 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=223877

Have you ever been downstairs in the Tesco on Market Street?

While it might not particularly strike you as somewhere of much importance, considering you probably just nipped down there to grab yourself a last-minute tin of beans or some loo roll in a hurry, but that lower ground floor level is actually a unique part of Manchester's retail history.

Manchester Arndale and the adjacent Market Street are undoubtedly some of busiest shopping hotspots the city centre has to offer - but back in the 1970s and 80s, the underground market was the place to be.

The Market Centre was the go-to place for pretty much everything you could ever need.

In its heyday, the market - which first opened in 1972 and eventually closed for good in the early 1990s when the Arndale grew in popularity - once boasted around 100 market stalls and shops covering a wide range of needs, and had several separate entrances on Brown Street (near Tesco), Spring Gardens and Norfolk Street, which have all since been concreted over.

Once a real independent gem of the city centre, and sadly the sort of place you don't see that much of anymore, with perhaps the exception of Afflecks, the Market Centre was home to a collection of dedicated clothing shops selling punk gear, a couple of iconic vinyl record shops and even a Stolen from Ivor - the first place in the north of England to stock Levi's jeans.

Roxy was the place to hit up if you were in the market for a pair of classic 80s flares, stocked in every colour and pattern under the sun.

Oasis, Justin’s and other smaller boutique stalls were also seen as treasure troves for Manchester's fashion hipsters of the day, with leather coats and jackets being a particularly popular buy.

"I used to buy jeans from there", Pat Karney from Manchester City Council once fondly recalled.

"It was exotic [as] it was so different to any other shopping experience in Manchester at the time [and] as teenagers, people met all their friends there

"It was quite similar to the old Corn Exchange and was full of surprises. They were all units rather than shops and that’s what made it pretty magical [as] things would change from what they were a week earlier".

The underground market was also seen as a music goldmine, with Manchester Underground Records Import used by DJs from across the region, as well as bootlegs, tapes and vinyl in all genres still being readily available from shops and stalls including Collectors Records, Yvonne’s Record Stall, and Spinn In Records.

But after closing down for good in 1989, largely due to the increasing popularity of the Arndale, the Market Centre has since faded into memory.

Do you remember the Market Centre? Share your memories with us.

Featured Image - Manchester Local Image Collection

]]> 223877 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/molly-mae-hague-issues-apology-for-comments-on-podcast/ Mon, 10 Jan 2022 15:34:23 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261887

Molly-Mae Hague has issued an apology after her comments about everyone having the "same 24 hours a day" sparked fierce backlash online.

The Creative Director of Manchester-based fashion brand PrettyLittleThing posted a statement on Instagram on Monday (January 10) after experiencing several days' of criticism for remarks she made on Steven Bartlett's Diary of a CEO podcast.

During her appearance on the show - which offers a platform for entrepreneurs to tell their success stories - Hague doubled-down on her previous comment that everyone has the "same 24 hours in a day" to find success.

Hague said: "When I’ve spoken about that in the past, I have been slammed a little bit, with people saying, ‘It’s easy for you to say that, you’ve not grown up in poverty, you’ve not grown up with major money struggles.’

"But technically what I’m saying is correct. We do. So, I understand that we all have different backgrounds and we’re all raised in different ways and we do have different financial situations, but I do think if you want something enough, you can achieve it – it just depends what lengths you want to go to get where you want to be in the future."

Hague's comments spawned multiple think pieces across media outlets and ignited debates around influencer culture, class divides and privilege.

Many rushed to condemn her comments as tone-deaf, whilst Bartlett - a Dragon's Den investor who found success in Manchester with his Social Chain agency - defended Hague, claiming the criticism was reflective of "double standards that successful women face".

Bartlett said: "I've had male guests say what she said. No one cared. But when Molly says it, she's crucified? Crazy.

"Gender issues aside, the standard we hold Molly Mae to as a 22 year-old that's figuring out the world is absolutely outrageous."

Hague's representatives also published a statement saying her words had been taken out of context.

This week, the former Love Island contestant spoke out herself via social media.

Her statement, written on Instagram, reads: "I wanted to come back online today as normal but I feel like before I do I just wanted to say this...

"When I say or post anything online, it is never with malice or ill intent. I completely appreciate that things can affect different people in different ways however I just want to stress that I would never intend to hurt or upset anyone by anything that I say or do.

"I apologise to the people that have been affected negatively or misunderstood the meaning of what I said in the podcast, the intentions of the podcast were only ever to tell my story and inspire from my own experience.

"Love to you all, always".

Featured image: Diary of a CEO/YouTube

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Molly Mae did an interview on my podcast, yesterday a soundbite from that interview went viral, she trended No.1 on Twitter, every newspaper covered it and MP's weighed in.

I've had male guests say what she said.

No one cared.

But when Molly says it, she's crucified? Crazy.

— Steven Bartlett (@SteveBartlettSC) January 7, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/uk-news/breaking-police-call-off-search-as-body-found-in-hunt-for-missing-student-charley-gadd/ Mon, 10 Jan 2022 16:13:01 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261912

Officers have called off the search in a missing person investigation following the discovery of a body believed to be 20-year-old Charley Gadd.

An investigation was launched after Charley was reported missing on 11 December after he attended Warehouse Project with his parents.

Sadly, just after 11.30am today (10 January 2022), officers were called to a report of a body found in Manchester Ship Canal.

The body has not yet been formally identified, but it is thought to be Charley.

His family are being supported by specialist officers at this difficult time.

There are believed to be no suspicious circumstances and a report is being prepared for HM Coroner.

Charley was last seen just before 1.15am on Saturday December 11 outside the Royal Exchange Theatre, walking in the direction of St Annes Street.

His family had spent hours searching for Charley before reporting him as missing to the police.

The young man, who was wearing a red jacket and blue jeans, had attended a Warehouse Project event but was reported missing afterwards

His family had shared a heartfelt plea to social media urging people to report any sightings of Charley, but tragically made little headway.

Officers had also used specialist teams and divers to search the water near to the Lowry hotel, to no avail.

Speaking at the time his father Jolyon Gadd had told the Manchester Evening News: "We were out with Charley on Friday night and Saturday morning on the 11 December and had a lovely time together.

"We were near the Spar Store in St Mary’s Gate at around 1.10am when Charley ran off. We spent many hours then and later in the early hours looking for him before reporting him missing to the police around 11am.

"Charley is not familiar with Manchester and may have got lost and not been able to find his way back to his hotel.

"Charley is a very bright, warm, funny and loving man who everybody hugely enjoys being around.

"He is in the second year of a film and media degree course at the University of Essex in Colchester where he is well liked and flat shares with friends.

"We have heard nothing from him since he ran off and my wife and I and his brothers Bruno and Rufus are desperate for any news of him."

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]]> 261912 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/asymptomatic-people-with-positive-lateral-flow-results-wont-need-a-pcr-to-confirm-from-today/ Tue, 11 Jan 2022 09:00:20 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261920

Asymptomatic people who test positive on lateral flow tests will no longer need a follow-up PCR to officially begin their isolation period from today.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) confirmed the "temporary measure" last week.

On the introduction of the new measure in England today, health chiefs have said that, while infection rates remain high across the country, the vast majority of people with positive lateral flow results can be confident they have COVID-19.

Before the introduction of the measure today, people without symptoms who tested LFT positive were asked to order a PCR test, and were then told to only begin their isolation period when they get the PCR result, which effectively required them to isolate for longer than seven days.

Awaiting PCR results was said to be a cause of delay to the official start of isolation for hundreds of thousands of people.

Growing delays in getting PCR test results were also widely reported across the UK.

As lateral flow tests should only be taken by people who do not have COVID symptoms, the UKHSA confirmed that people experiencing the three official COVID symptoms - which are a high temperature, a new, continuous cough, and a loss or change to your sense of smell or taste - will still be expected to get a PCR, however.

People who test positive on lateral flow tests will still need to isolate for at least seven days and register their positive results, and those with symptoms should self-isolate even if they have had a recent negative lateral flow test, as rules for symptomatic people have not changed.

Speaking on the introduction of this temporary measure today, Dr Jenny Harries - Chief Executive of the UKHSA - said: "This is a tried and tested approach.

"With COVID cases high, we can confidently say lateral flow tests can be used to indicate COVID-19 without the need for PCR confirmation. If you test positive on an LFD, you should self-isolate immediately and register your result to allow contact tracing to take place [and] it also remains really important that anyone experiencing COVID-19 symptoms self-isolates and takes a PCR test via gov.uk, or by phoning 119."

"I'm really grateful to the public and all of our critical workers who continue to test regularly and self-isolate when necessary, along with other practical and important behaviours to limit transmission of the virus," Dr Harries continued.

"This is the most effective way of stopping the spread of infection and keeping our friends, families and communities safe."

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The UKHSA said that the this new change is just a "temporary measure" to while COVID rates remain high and will free up capacity in laboratories for PCR tests for those who do have symptoms, and would allow those who are asymptomatic - about 40% of cases - to return to work more quickly.

Read more: Self-isolation cut from 10 days to seven for those who test negative twice

Under current guidelines, anyone who tests positive for COVID-19 will be able to leave self-isolation seven days after the date of their initial positive test, providing they receive two negative lateral flow test results, taken 24 hours apart, on days six and seven.

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When you take a rapid lateral flow COVID-19 test, always remember to report the result.

Whether it is positive, negative or void, reporting results is a great way to help the NHS reduce the spread of the virus.

More info:
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— Department of Health and Social Care (@DHSCgovuk) January 10, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/trending/energy-company-apologises-after-telling-people-to-cuddle-pets-and-eat-porridge-to-keep-warm-in-the-winter/ Tue, 11 Jan 2022 09:57:46 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261939

One of Britain's largest energy companies has issued an apologise after it advised customers to do star jumps, cuddle pets, and eat porridge to stay warm during the winter.

After OVO Energy - which is owned by SSE Energy Services - shared a now-deleted post on its blog that was sent out to customers offering 10 tips on "keeping warming in the winter without turning up the heating", the Bristol-based company has apologised and said it was "embarrassed" in a statement.

The blog post also included advice such as wearing extra clothes, and keeping the oven open after "you've finished cooking".

Customers were also advised to open curtains "when it's sunny, to warm your home naturally".

The now-deleted blog post was heavily-criticised by many, including Labour MP and chair of the Commons business select committee, Darren Jones, who told the Financial Times - which first reported the story - that advice was purely "insensitive".

"Being told to put on a jumper instead of turning on your heating if you can't afford it, at a time of such difficulty for so many families, is plainly offensive," Mr Jones told the newspaper.

Now, the company has issued an apology statement, which reads: "Last week, a link to a blog containing energy saving tips was sent to customers.

"We understand how difficult the situation will be for many of our customers this year.

"We are working hard to find meaningful solutions as we approach this energy crisis, and we recognise that the content of this blog was poorly judged and unhelpful.

"We are embarrassed and sincerely apologise."

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In a tweet following OVO Energy's apology, Mr Jones said: "Good, I'm glad they apologised.

"I'm not sure who signed off a marketing campaign telling people to wear a jumper and eat porridge instead of turning on the heating if you can't afford it."

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Good, I'm glad they apologised. I'm not sure who signed off a marketing campaign telling people to wear a jumper and eat porridge instead of turning on the heating if you can't afford it. https://t.co/QFrU9VE9tk

— Darren Jones MP (@darrenpjones) January 10, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/original-hacienda-dj-paulette-is-writing-a-tell-all-book-about-her-30-year-career/ Tue, 11 Jan 2022 10:00:45 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261944

In a complete first for Manchester music legend DJ Paulette, she has revealed she is writing a new tell-all book - detailing her amazing 30-year career and shining a light on discrimination within the dance music world.

Titled Welcome To The Club: The Life And Lessons Of A Black Woman DJ, Paulette says it will tell the 'candid story' of her hugely successful DJ career, which has seen her hold high profile residencies at some of the best parties in the world, including the Hacienda, Ministry of Sound and Queen Club in Paris.

But as well as detailing the many highs of her career, it will also examine the lows in a 'candid' fashion - with Paulette promising to confront “the exclusion, misogyny, racism, and classism which still sadly characterise the dance music world and the broader industry” within its pages.

Described as both a memoir and a “call to arms”, Welcome To The Club will feature contributions from some of her fellow UK DJs including Dave Haslam, Gilles Peterson, Jamz Supernova, Sonique, Smokin Jo, Norman Jay and Jaguar. 

It's sure to be filled with some amazing stories. She is, after all, a true dance music icon and has been at the heart of the global house scene for many years.

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Whilst still in her twenties Paulette made history as the Hacienda's first female DJ resident, first coming on board to play the club's gay night, Flesh Nites, with organizers bringing her in after seeing just one DJ set - which happened to be her debut.

She stayed for four and a half years, progressing to resident along the way, then moved down to London to play at the Garage club nights at Heaven, followed by residencies at Brighton's The Zap Club and the Ministry of Sound.

Later, in 2004, she lived in Paris for some time and has also done some stints in Ibiza, but today she can be found in her hometown of Manchester - the place where she was born and raised.

Speaking about her upcoming book, due to be published in 2023, she said: “I tell my story with authenticity and humour, gathering together a stellar array of the electronic music industry’s icons, gatekeepers and fierce future forces who have joined me in this fantastic voyage to put the wider, underlying issues into perspective.

"It’s an epic and inspirational journey that I am excited to share with the world.”

Sharing the news to Twitter, Paulette later added: "So the cat's out the bag - I have been commissioned to write a book for Manchester University Press the title is Welcome To The Club - writing for 2022, published in 2023.

"Not ambitious at all for a first book."

Tom Dark, the senior commissioning editor for Manchester University Press, was quick to snap up the book and has acquired world all language rights directly from the author for publication in 2023. 

Dark said on the upcoming book: “I’m delighted to be publishing Paulette’s book. This is a real project of passion for her, and a chance to pass on her learnings to the next generation of creative women.” 

According to Manchester University Press, preorders will not go live for another six to nine months - so if you want to get your hands on a copy early, they say that the best way to keep track of developments is to join the MUP newsletter here.

Feature image - DJ Paulette / Fac51 The Hacienda

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Oh yeah so this is the project that is keeping my brain 🧠 occupied for 2022 @ManchesterUP @darkeditorial I’m writing a book 📕 🤐😵‍💫🥰🙃👩🏾‍🎓🤓#welcometotheclub #blackwomandj #blackexcellence #BookClub #twitterbooks - thanks in advance to everyone who is on board for the ride. https://t.co/gwSHfYsZ2x

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So the cat’s out of the bag - I have been commissioned to write ✍🏾 a book for Manchesteruniversitypress the title is Welcome To The Club - writing for 2022, published in 2023. Not ambitious at all for a first book 📕 🙃🤓✊🏾 https://t.co/ZXE3NTrHXO

— PAULETTE (@DJPAULETTE) January 10, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/coroner-who-investigated-the-killing-of-yousef-makki-calls-for-action-on-youth-knife-culture/ Tue, 11 Jan 2022 10:59:59 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261969

A coroner who investigated the killing of local teenager Yousef Makki has called for more to be done to tackle knife culture among some young people.

17-year-old Yousef Makki was tragically stabbed to death by Joshua Molnar with a flick knife during a row they had in the Hale Barns area of Trafford back on the evening of 2 March 2019 - and now, coroner Alison Mutch has said that swift action must be taken to prevent any further deaths.

The coroner said the knife that killed the Manchester Grammar School pupil was purchased online with ease "during break time at school".

Molnar claimed self-defence and was cleared by a jury at Manchester Crown Court of murder and manslaughter, with the coroner's narrative conclusion also ruling out both unlawful killing and accidental death.

He was jailed for 16 months for the possession of a knife in a public place and perverting the course of justice by lying to police at the scene.

At the end of the inquest, the coroner said that there was "nothing impressive about the possession of a knife", and that "work needs to be done in relation to the education of young people on the risks that can arise and on the all too tragic consequences of the possession of a knife."

Ms Mutch has now voiced her concerns in a letter to Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi.

In the letter, titled 'Report to Prevent Future Deaths', she said: "The inquest heard evidence there was a culture amongst some teenagers who saw the possession of knives as being impressive, and who did not understand the risks inherent in carrying knives.

"The knife with which Yousef was stabbed had been purchased with ease during a break time at school [and] it was clear from the evidence schools and education play a vital role in attitudes to carrying knives by teenagers."

She concluded: "In my opinion, action should be taken to prevent future deaths and I believe you have the power to take such action.

"There is a risk that future deaths will occur unless action is taken."

Mr Zahawi has 56 days to respond to the 'Report to Prevent Future Deaths', and the response must contain the details of all action to be taken - including a timetable - otherwise, it must contain an explanation of why no action is to be taken.

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]]> 261969 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/ikea-cuts-sick-pay-for-unvaccinated-uk-staff-who-have-to-self-isolate/ Tue, 11 Jan 2022 12:56:03 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261987

IKEA has slashed sick pay for unvaccinated UK staff who are self-isolating because of close contact with someone with COVID-19.

The controversial move - which was first reported by the Mail on Sunday - means that unvaccinated UK workers at the global furniture retailer, who are forced to isolate for that reason, could now be only entitled to the Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) minimum of £96.35 a week during 10 days of isolation.

That compares to more than £400 for an average 40-hour IKEA shop floor week.

When it comes to unvaccinated employees who test positive themselves, managers at IKEA - which has a number of stores in the North West region, including in Ashton-under-Lyne in Tameside, and employs 10,000 staff in the UK - said they will receive full company sick pay, which is higher than the statutory level.

Yet staff who are vaccinated - or unvaccinated due to mitigating circumstances - will receive full pay if they are off for COVID-related reasons.

Mitigating circumstances include pregnancy or other medical grounds

Addressing the move, a spokesperson for IKEA said: "Since the start of the pandemic, the health and safety of our co-workers has been our highest priority [and] since then, IKEA has been working with a separate absence addendum, which is regularly reviewed in line with changes to government guidance. 

"Following the vaccine roll out and changes in the government’s isolation requirements, our approach to COVID-related absences evolved from the 20 September 2021 - an approach developed with our social partners and national co-worker committee."

They added: "We know this is a highly emotive topic and we appreciate there are many unique circumstances.

"As such, all will be considered on a case by case basis."

At present, people who had had at least two doses of a COVID vaccine are not required to self-isolate if they have been in close contact with someone infected - but by law, people who are unvaccinated and are contacted through the government’s 'Test and Trace' system must self-isolate for 10 days.

Read more: Asymptomatic people with positive lateral flow results won’t need a PCR to confirm from today

IKEA is not the first employer to introduced measures for unvaccinated staff.

Big American employers including Google and United Airlines have introduced "no jab, no job" policies with varying degrees of strictness, while Virgin Atlantic announced last year it will not hire new cabin crew or pilots who are not fully vaccinated.

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]]> 261987 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/theres-a-huge-festival-dedicated-to-sushi-coming-to-manchester/ Tue, 11 Jan 2022 13:04:30 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=261989

There's a huge sushi festival coming to Manchester this spring, and it sounds far too good to miss.

Bringing together a whole host of the city's best sushi parlors, the Manchester sushi festival will land in the city on Thursday 21 April - showcasing the very best vinegared rice dishes (yes we said rice, not fish) that Manchester has to offer across three days.

For those who think that sushi is all about raw fish and have already decided they don't like that, we've got good news: It's not. You can make sushi with anything - and avocado, cucumber, carrot and ginger are all popular choices for those who don't like raw fish.

Of course, there'll be plenty of fishy sushi to go around too - and the festival will have a lot to offer those who are into the more adventurous side of things.

Where better, then, to discover the full variety of this amazing Japanese dish than at an all-day event dedicated to the stuff?

California rolls, maki, nigiri, temaki and more are all set to be on show, alongside other Japanese dishes like ramen, as the festival promises to 'show you the greatest variety of sushi and Japanese cuisine' that Manchester has to offer.

There'll even be a live workshop hosted by Manchester cookery school Food Sorcery teaching you how to handroll your own sushi at home.

That said, it won't all be about sushi. There'll be a live sake talk and tasting session, live performances from a Japanese taiko drumming ensemble, pop-up bars selling Japanese beer and more, plus Japanese-inspired art classes, fashion pop-ups, live music and DJ performances.

Read more: The beautiful Peak District cave that’s being turned into a cinema this spring

Of course, we're very lucky in Manchester with a whole range of eateries offering sushi all year round - from Yuzu and Samsi to Kyotoya, Unagi, and the members-only Umezushi Omakase. Still, an all-day festival dedicated to Japanese cuisine is not to be passed up.

Whilst the festival promises to feature some of Manchester's best sushi restaurants, the line-up of traders is still to be confirmed.

Tickets are priced at £20 per person and include entry to the Sushi Festival, access to the theatre with live cooking demonstrations, and a portion of sushi or delicious Japanese dish from one of the festival's hand-picked vendors.

Tickets for the live sushi-rolling workshop hosted by Food Sorcery need to be purchased separately here.

Taking place at Audacious Church on Trinity Way, Manchester, Salford, M3 7BD, the Manchester Sushi Festival will run from Thursday 21 April to Saturday 23 April 2022. Sessions will last three hours, starting at either 3pm or 7pm.

Feature image - Unagi

]]> 261989 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/when-will-it-end-manchester-theatre-left-devastated-after-having-to-cancel-shows-again/ Tue, 11 Jan 2022 13:51:00 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262022

One of Manchester's best-loved theatres has been left 'devastated' after once again having to cancel performances.

The directors at Hope Mill Theatre say the disruption caused by the Covid pandemic has left them feeling 'sad' and 'gutted' for almost two years, asking: "When will it end?!?"

The independent venue in Ancoats had to cancel 15 sold-out shows of The Wiz over Christmas, usually the busiest time of year for the theatre industry.

Performances had to be called off due to Covid cases within the company, though tonight's show is scheduled to go ahead as planned.

The theatre has also revealed plans to stream the production online, but the couple behind the theatre say they've 'tried so hard to keep going'.

Artistic director and Hope Mill Theatre co-founder Joseph Houston said, when sharing the update on The Wiz: "Truly devastated! We’ve tried so hard to keep going.

"I have to say, I feel sad for the company & crew, I feel sad for the venue team and bar staff and I feel so sad for the audiences.

"And I’ve felt like this for almost 2 yrs! When will it end?!? It’s just too hard!"

William Whelton, co-founder, added: "Absolutely gutted but it’s just so difficult at the moment, for everyone in the arts.

"3 shows down as DSM, today would have been my 4th show, we will do what we can in order to open again."

Hope Mill Theatre posted: "We are completely gutted to be back in this position."

Read more: Energy company apologises after telling people to ‘cuddle pets’ and ‘eat porridge’ to keep warm in the winter

To make up for all the lost shows, Hope Mill Theatre will instead stream a limited run of the production, with tickets limited to the number of seats inside the intimate venue.

The Wiz is a retelling of the classic children’s novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz in a contemporary Black British setting.

Tickets for The Wiz online are available at hopemilltheatre.co.uk/whats-on.

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]]> 262022 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/you-can-get-chicken-wings-for-free-at-this-manchester-bar-on-friday/ Tue, 11 Jan 2022 14:33:33 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262023

One of Manchester newest and most-popular late night hotspots is giving chicken wing lovers something to look forward to this week.

The Blues Kitchen - which opened its Manchester branch back in May 2021 on Quay Street in the heart of the city centre - is well-known and loved for its Southern-inspired menu of barbecue classics and proper comfort food, that features everything from stacked-up burgers, creamy mac n cheese, smoky ribs, and so much more.

But it's the venue's wide array of chicken wings, which are quite frankly "legendary", that are known to really draw in the crowds.

Which is why, this Friday 14 January from 6pm, The Blues Kitchen will be hosting the "ultimate wings frenzy", and will be giving chicken wing fans the chance to tuck into the delicacy for completely free of charge.

The catch?

The deal is only available for just two-hours on one night only.

For two whole hours, from 6pm - 8pm, you can head on down to The Blues Kitchen to devour its signature "glorious, tangy, spicy" Buffalo Wings, which are all served with a blue cheese dip.

These will usually set you back £7.95 for a small portion, or £11.50 for a large.

On top of that, from 5pm-7pm, you can also enjoy some signature cocktails for just £5 too, which includes the popular 'Tommy’s Margarita', made with Tequila Reposado, lime and agave - which normally costs £9.50.

Read more: The Blues Kitchen and DevilDog Sauces are teaming up for a hot wing eating competition - and you can enter

And that's not all either, as from 8pm onwards, you can soak up a live soundtrack of timeless blues and soul music from The Blues Kitchen's world-famous resident musicians and DJs in the Concert Hall, all while you tuck into your discounted wings and cocktails.

Fancy it then?

You can either sign up ahead of Friday via the Blues Kitchen website here, or just simply walk in and feast until your heart's content.

Featured Image - The Blues Kitchen

]]> 262023 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/a-bakery-in-manchester-has-created-these-incredible-giant-rolo-cookies/ Tue, 11 Jan 2022 14:52:39 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262056

A bakery in Manchester is selling some incredible giant Rolo-inspired cookies, and we're just a little bit obsessed.

Created by the bakery team behind Gooey Co., the sweet treats resemble the iconic Rolo chocolates - but in giant cookie form.

Wrapped in gold just like our original childhood favourite, Gooey's Rolo-inspired cookies have been created as a January special and are available for a limited time only.

To create it, they've taken their famous milk chocolate cookie dough, dipped it in Belgian milk chocolate and filled it with a sticky caramel centre for that ultimate soft, chewy Rolo goodness.

Priced at £3.50 each, the ROLO-inspired cookies are available from the Gooey kiosk, located at Ducie Street Warehouse close to Manchester Piccadilly train station.

They are also available to preorder for collection or for delivery within Greater Manchester, and can be ordered through the Gooey website here.

You best act quickly if you want one, though, as the special is only available until this Sunday 16 January.

After that, the team will be bringing back some of their fan's favourite specials from last year -and are currently holding a vote on which ones to bring back next over on the business's Instagram page.

Notable specials that could come back include the tiramisu donut, red velvet cookie sandwich, Terry's chocolate orange donut and peanut butter jelly cookie .

That said, there are over 20 different options currently up to a vote - so if you feel strongly about seeing one return to the kiosks' counter, be sure to head over and vote on Instagram to make your opinion count.

Launched just before the first lockdown began, in the past nearly two years Gooey has pivoted the hell out of its business model to become one of the most in-demand collection and at-home bakery delivery services in Manchester.

Read more: From payroll staff to business owners: some of Manchester’s biggest lockdown success stories

First opening inside Wilson’s coffee on Stevenson Square in February 2020, it soon took its chocolate chip cookie slabs and bulging doughnuts on the road – reopening in May for delivery across the region.

By July, the team had also opened a kiosk inside Ducie Street Warehouse and can still be found there today slinging all manner of sweet treats, as well as hosting a selection of treats over at their other venue, the new neighbourhood wine bar and cafe Arlo's.

They're really known for their cookies and donuts as Gooey, but over at Arlo's you'll find some more elaborate creations on the counter - such as Lemon meringue tarts, chocolate eclairs, hazelnut choux buns and cinnamon buns.

Keep up with all things Gooey by following them on Instagram here.

Feature image - Gooey Co.

]]> 262056 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/molly-mae-hagues-fake-tan-brand-is-recruiting-a-content-creator-with-a-17k-salary/ Tue, 11 Jan 2022 16:21:18 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262062

The self-tanning brand owned by influencer Molly-Mae Hague is recruiting a social media content creator in Manchester - with a starting salary of £16,845.

The successful applicant will be tasked with running Filter by Molly Mae's social media accounts as well as creating content.

The cosmetics company, launched by the Love Island star back in 2019, already has more than half a million followers on Instagram.

It wants to grow its team with someone who is 'confident in communicating with influencers' and able to develop strategy.

Benefits of the role are listed as 'casual dress', 'flexible schedule', and 'work from home'.

The job advert states that the candidate will preferably have at least two years' experience in a similar role and a bachelor's degree.

The chosen person will be paid a salary between £16,845 and £25,000, depending on experience - which is fairly standard according to Glassdoor, which lists the average salary for a social media executive as £24,847 per year.

But some have criticised the job listing, saying it pays 'close to minimum wage' for a skilled role.

Molly-Mae recently issued an apology after comments she made in a podcast received criticism and sparked discussions around poverty.

The influencer said in an interview on The Diary of a CEO that we all have the 'same 24 hours in a day' to build our success.

Read more: ‘When will it end?!’ – Manchester theatre left devastated after having to cancel shows again

Her comments were branded 'tone-deaf' and some even changed her name on Wikipedia to Molly-Mae Thatcher.

The 22-year-old is reportedly paid £500,000 a year for her role as creative director of Pretty Little Thing.

Some have criticised the job opportunity at Filter by Molly-Mae, writing on Twitter: "we’ve all got the same 24 hours in a day, enjoy living in this increasingly unaffordable city on close to minimum wage."

Someone else said: "'Content Creator' aka photographer, videographer, editor, sound recorder, illustrator, designer, web designer, creative lead etc etc etc.

"I really dislike that that title has become such a catch all term that means you have to wear a million f*cking hats for £21k."

Featured image: Instagram, @filterbymollymae

]]> 262062 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/the-rollout-of-smart-motorways-in-the-uk-has-been-paused-amid-safety-concerns/ Wed, 12 Jan 2022 09:06:26 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262128

The government has today announced that the rollout of "all lane running" smart motorways is to be paused in the UK amid safety concerns.

Following the publishing of the recent Transport Committee report, ministers from the Department for Transport (DfT) have said that schemes to convert stretches of the M3, M25, M62 and M40 into smart motorways will be held off on until "five years’ worth of safety data are available".

Where work is already underway, a £390 million retrofit programme will instead see additional emergency refuge areas and Stopped Vehicle Detection technology installed where possible.

The decision to halt the controversial rollout follows a recommendation by the Commons Transport Select Committee - which highlighted that there wasn't enough safety and economic data to justify continuing with the project.

In the review of smart motorways commissioned by transport secretary, Grant Shapps, in March 2020, the government said dynamic smart motorways were confusing and should be phased out in favour of all-lane running - which would remove the hard shoulder permanently - but MPs on the Transport Committee said that the decision was "premature" and based on insufficient evidence.

The report urged the government to instead "consider alternative options for enhancing capacity" on motorways.

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Smart motorways - which were first introduced in England in 2014 to increase road capacity and manage traffic by converting the hard shoulder to a live running lane - have been heavily criticised by safety campaigners and MPs alike, with concerns voiced following a growing number of fatal incidents involving broken-down vehicles on smart motorways being hit from behind.

Read more: MPs and campaigners call for smart motorways rollout to be halted over safety fears

Most-notably, demonstrators carried 38 cardboard coffins to the Houses of Parliament last November 2021 in protest over the government’s initial motorway plan, with each coffin representing one of the people officially listed as being killed on smart motorways between 2014 and 2019.

Around 53 people are thought to have died on smart motorways since 2014.

Claire Mercer - whose husband, Jason, died on a smart motorway stretch of the M1 in June 2019 - is one of the most prominent campaigners for the abolishment of smart motorways entirely, and is the founder of the Smart Motorways Kill campaign group.

Ms Mercer says her husband would still be alive had there been a hard shoulder, and has said that "none of this is enough".

She wants to see hard shoulders brought back in every instance.

Speaking on the decision to pause the smart motorway rollout for five years, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said: "While our initial data shows that smart motorways are among the safest roads in the UK, it's crucial that we go further to ensure people feel safer using them [and] pausing schemes yet to start construction and making multimillion-pound improvements to existing schemes will give drivers confidence and provide the data we need to inform our next steps."

He added: "During the pause, we will continue to make sure all existing ALR smart motorways are equipped with best-in-class technology and resources and are as safe as they can possibly be."

Tory MP Huw Merriman - who chairs the Commons Transport Select Committee - added: "It was clear to our committee that the public needs more reassurance that these motorways are safe to use.

"With conflicting and patchy evidence covering a limited number of years, more time was required to properly assess the impact on safety."

Labour's shadow transport secretary, Louise Haigh, said ministers were "wrong to press ahead" with smart motorways when "the strong evidence warned against it," and added that "smart motorways in their current form, coupled with inadequate safety systems, are not fit for purpose and are putting lives at risk."

"Today's announcement is a welcome step," she admitted.

"But Ministers should go one step further and reinstate the hard shoulder while this safety work and the accompanying review of the evidence takes place."

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Our report on smart motorways called for a pause to the rollout of all-lane running smart motorways until sufficient safety data had been gathered, as well as other key recommendations.

Read the Government's response below:#SmartMotorwaysInquiry

— Transport Committee (@CommonsTrans) January 12, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/a-stephen-hawking-exhibition-is-coming-to-manchester-this-summer/ Wed, 12 Jan 2022 10:16:25 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262152

An exhibition exploring Stephen Hawking's life and work will open in Manchester this summer, with recognisable objects on public display for the first time.

Stephen Hawking at Work is part of the Science and Industry Museum's packed schedule for 2022.

Objects from Hawking's office will be on display to the public for the first time, including his spectacles and an invitation to a time travel-themed party he hosted.

The display will show how Hawking used science and technology to aid communication after his diagnosis with motor neurone disease (MND).

The renowned scientist lived with MND for more than 50 years despite an initial prognosis of only two.

He used a voice synthesiser from 1986 following an emergency tracheotomy, and had an analogue cheek sensor attached to his glasses to control the voice software.

Stephen Hawking at Work will also feature the latest generation of wheelchair he used, a Permobil F3 model.

Visitors will be able to study Hawking's rare PhD thesis too.

The exhibition will take over the striking new £5m Revolution Gallery, before heading on a national tour over the next two years.

The popular museum will also be running a year of events and exhibitions marking the 100th anniversary of the BBC, and continuing its cancer exhibition.

The Cancer Revolution: Science, Innovation and Hope exhibition, which explored how science is revolutionising cancer care, will remain in the Special Exhibitions Gallery until March 27.

From spring, the Revolution Gallery will host the Celebrating 100 Years of the BBC in Manchester exhibition.

There'll be a bumper programme of exhibitions, displays, online content and events across the country exploring how trailblazers shaped broadcast technology and look at what the future may hold.

Read more: The rollout of smart motorways in the UK has been paused amid safety concerns

The Science and Industry Museum will host Amazonia, a photography exhibition that celebrates the indigenous peoples and varied landscapes of the Brazilian rainforest this summer.

Then the Musical Mind exhibition will arrive in October, exploring the science of why humans connect with music.

In 2022, updates to the Experiment Gallery will be revealed, including the additions of a thermal image camera, large-scale shadow box, a buzz wire game and a collaborative ball run wall. 

You can see the full listings and book tickets for the Science and Industry Museum at scienceandindustrymuseum.org.uk.

Featured image: Sarah Lee

]]> 262152 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/a-boozy-harry-potter-movie-marathon-with-afternoon-tea-is-coming-to-a-little-cinema-in-manchester/ Wed, 12 Jan 2022 10:35:49 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262153

A magical Harry Potter movie marathon that comes complete with afternoon tea and wizardy-themed cocktails is coming to a little cinema in Manchester city centre.

And it's all to celebrate the 20th anniversary the iconic film franchise.

If you'd consider yourself to be a pretty big Potterhead, then you'll probably want to get yourself down to one of Manchester's most popular hotels, King Street Townhouse, as the venue will be marking the occasion in style at its very-own exclusive cinema by screening all eight films in the franchise over the course of two extended weekends this month.

King Street Townhouse's vintage-style cinema isn't always one that everyone's familiar with, as it's tucked away and seats only a handful of people at a time for the ultimate viewing experience.

The Harry Potter 20th Anniversary Cinema Package includes your traditional afternoon tea, a magical Harry Potter-themed cocktail, all of your in-cinema treats - including popcorn and sweets - and the ticket for one movie screening, where guests can choose which movie from the franchise they’d like to watch.

It also includes "all the usual magical ingredients which make up an extraordinary cinema experience at King Street Townhouse" too.

Here's the full schedule for the Harry Potter movie marathon:

• Friday 21 January: Philosopher’s Stone - 1pm & Chamber of Secrets - 4pm
• Saturday 22 January: Prisoner of Azkaban - 1pm & Goblet of Fire - 4pm
• Sunday 23 January: Order of the Phoenix, 1pm & The Half-Blood Prince - 4pm
• Friday 28 January: Prisoner of Azkaban - 1pm & Goblet of Fire - 4pm
• Saturday 29 January: Order of the Phoenix - 1pm & The Half-Blood Prince - 4pm
• Sunday 30 January: The Deathly Hallows Part 1 - 1pm & The Deathly Hallows Part 2 - 4pm

The Harry Potter 20th Anniversary Cinema Package will set you back £65 per person.

If Harry Potter isn't really your thing, then there's plenty of other cinema packages being offered at King Street Townhouse, including the 'Movie Night In' package, which gives you exclusive use of the whole private cinema to yourselves, and your party can pick any movie, documentary or sporting event to watch.

The 'Reunion Cinema Package' is also another popular one, which gives you and your friends and family private use of the cinema, the choice of what to watch, and also the option to add on a three-course dinner with wine at the King Street Townhouse Wine Cellar.

Other packages available to book include the 'Cocktail Cinema Package', the 'Cinema Brunch Experience', and the 'Cinema Afternoon Tea'.

You can find more information and get booking on the King Street Townhouse website here.

Featured Image - King Street Townhouse

]]> 262153 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/40-year-old-scaffolding-removed-from-band-on-the-wall-as-it-prepares-to-reopen-bigger-and-better/ Wed, 12 Jan 2022 12:46:06 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262190

Iconic Manchester music venue Band on The Wall is preparing to reopen its doors this spring following an extensive £3.5 million expansion project that has transformed the 200-year-old venue into a 'bigger and better' version of its old self.

As part of the refurbishment, the 40-year-old scaffolding that's long concealed the dilapidated adjoining three-storey Cocozza Wood building behind it has now been removed - and new CGI images give a picture of how the new and improved music venue will look once it reopens its doors in two months' time.

Thanks to funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, the deteriorating old building has been restored and joined together with Band on the Wall to form a larger ground floor venue space, which also features a new 'grand and ambient' bar area.

A second, newly created bar space, meanwhile, now boasts a new stage, perfect for smaller capacity performances of up to 80 people, and will serve a menu of hot and cold food throughout the day from March 2022.

Both the bar stage and main stage are designed with step-free access, with the venue now more accessible than ever before.

The work, which has been ongoing for nearly two years now, sees the adjoining Cocozza building brought back to life after nearly 50 years of neglect.

It has extended the main room's capacity to 500 and helped to create a whole floor dedicated to its innovative learning programme, World of Music – a broad and integrated programme of heritage, music, learning and research projects.

This means that local and grassroots community projects working out of the space today now have a dedicated space on the first floor, where previously they were working out of just two rooms.

Purpose-built to deliver community-based learning engagement that celebrates Manchester’s migrant communities and their musical legacies, the first floor is now a dedicated learning space with one large main group space, two breakout group rooms and a state-of-the-art AV suite where budding creatives can record music, interviews, podcasts and film.

As a registered charity since 1984, the driver for the transformation of the venue is to create a collaborative hub for young people, the local community and Manchester’s creatives, and to celebrate the cultural diversity of Greater Manchester.

Speaking on the new and improved look, Gavin Sharp, CEO of Band on The Wall, said: "Band on the Wall has always been bigger than just a venue, and over the last two years we’ve been very busy working on our expansion project [...}

"We are delighted to open our doors once again this March, and we look forward to welcoming guests back to our newly improved venue.”

Read more: Original Hacienda DJ Paulette is writing a tell-all book about her 30-year career

Band on The Wall itself has been a hub for Manchester’s music scene since 1803 and takes its name from its time as The George and the Dragon pub, when performers would literally play on a stage situated halfway up the wall - put there to ensure there was more room for dancing below.

The venue, which has a very impressive history, was at the epicentre of Manchester’s punk scene in the late 70’s, welcoming early performances of the likes of The Fall, Buzzcocks and Joy Division as well as hosting a young Björk, Nadine Shah and Sun Ra Arkestra.

The refurbishment is made possible thanks to designs by Manchester-based architects OMI and funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, who supported with a £1.4million grant.

Further support came from the Arts Council England, Foyle Foundation, Oglesby Foundation, DCMS, Charities Aid Foundation, Carlsberg, Ticketline, Lloyds Bank and Manchester City Council.

Jennifer Cleary, director, Combined Arts & North, Arts Council England, said: “Band on the Wall is an iconic music venue with global recognition. It has been a wonderful journey seeing the venue modified and modernised, whilst keeping its historic charm, and we have been pleased to support this redevelopment with National Lottery funding through our capital programme.

"We look forward to seeing the new possibilities that the re-opening of the venue will continue to bring – both locally and internationally.”

Read more: 2022 is the year to skip Dry January and support your local pub

David Renwick, director, North of England, The National Lottery Heritage Fund added: “Thanks to National Lottery players, we are proud to support Band on the Wall and its growth as one of the UK’s leading creative and cultural venues – with an important and diverse heritage that dates back from 1803. We are really excited to see its programming unfold – and especially to see new talents from their learning programme, World of Music.”

For Band on the Wall’s much-anticipated reopening, fans of the venue old and new can expect a jubilant celebration of Manchester’s international musical heritage.

The reopening season features shows by Binker & Moses, Ibibio Sound Machine, Balimaya Project, Emma Jean Thackray, Jazzanova, Bill Laurance, Asian Dub Foundation and much more. To see the full line-up and purchase tickets, view the full listings for reopening here.

Feature image - Band On The Wall / Google Maps

]]> 262190 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/angela-rayner-hits-back-at-critics-who-slammed-her-honest-and-decent-stockport-accent/ Wed, 12 Jan 2022 13:02:06 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262201

Angela Rayner has hit back at those who have critiqued her accent and grammar following recent appearances in the media.

The deputy leader of the Labour Party - who was born, raised, and educated in the Greater Manchester borough of Stockport - first addressed MPs in the House of Commons yesterday, before making a number of media appearances, both last night and this morning, to address the growing national concerns over the garden party hosed at 10 Downing Street on 20 May 2020, and whether Prime Minister Boris Johnson was in attendance.

Ms Rayner told MPs in the House of Commons yesterday that she was disappointed that Mr Johnson was not there in person to respond to the claims, but said that "his absence speaks volumes, as do his smirks on the media".

"He can run, but he can't hide," she added.

Following her Commons address and appearances on BBC News, Sky News, ITV News, and Good Morning Britain, Ms Rayner said she has received critiques of her Greater Manchester accent and grammar, and so she took to Twitter to address it.

Hitting back at her critics in a now-viral tweet this morning, the deputy Labour leader wrote: "I wasn't Eton educated, but growing up in Stockport I was taught integrity, honesty and decency.

"Doesn't mater how you say it. Boris Johnson is unfit to lead."

https://twitter.com/AngelaRayner/status/1481202592826986497?s=20

The tweet has gone on to amass thousands of likes, retweets, and comments from people showing their support for the Aston-under-Lyne MP.

Ms Rayner's comments came before this afternoon's Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs).

They, of course, also come after on Monday, ITV published a leaked email from Mr Johnson's principal private secretary, Martin Reynolds, which appeared to invite 100 staff to "socially distanced drinks in the No 10 garden" at a time when lockdown rules in England banned large outdoor gatherings from taking place.

The invitation encouraged people to "make the most of the lovely weather" after what had been an "incredibly busy period".

Although it is still currently unconfirmed, witnesses have told media outlets - including the BBC - that the Prime Minister and his wife Carrie were among the roughly 30 people who attended the drinks party that evening.

https://twitter.com/PaulBrandITV/status/1480596421766176769?s=20

The Prime Minister has today confirmed his attendance at the event and has publicly apologised to MPs during PMQs, saying that he "takes responsibility" for the gathering.

Yet he said he believed it was "a work event", and in hindsight, should have sent everyone back inside.

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer said he feels the Prime Minister's apology is "worthless", and described his excuse as "ridiculous" and "insulting" to the British public who have had to make so many sacrifices over the last two years.

https://twitter.com/Keir_Starmer/status/1481236285964668930?s=20

Mr Johnson said that he knows people up and down the country "made huge sacrifices" and he understands "the anger and the rage they feel".

But Starmer then questioned whether the Prime Minister would "do the decent thing" and resign.

At present, an inquiry being lead by senior civil servant Sue Gray is under way into the drinks party and the number of other gatherings that were said to have taken place on government premises during the COVID-19 lockdowns of 2020.

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I've been on the media this morning so my accent and grammar are being critiqued.

I wasn't Eton educated, but growing up in Stockport I was taught integrity, honesty and decency.

Doesn't mater how you say it. Boris Johnson is unfit to lead.

— Angela Rayner (@AngelaRayner) January 12, 2022]]>

EXCL: Email obtained by @itvnews proves over 100 staff were invited to drinks party in No 10 garden at height of lockdown to “make the most of the lovely weather”.

We’re told PM and his wife attended, with staff invited to “bring your own booze!”https://t.co/rg34EIkdz2 pic.twitter.com/UORlSwwHJX

— Paul Brand (@PaulBrandITV) January 10, 2022]]>

The party is over @BorisJohnson.

Resign.

— Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) January 12, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/gino-dacampo-says-he-kicked-out-piccolino-as-he-prepares-to-open-new-alderley-edge-restaurant/ Wed, 12 Jan 2022 13:25:58 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262242

Celebrity chef Gino D'Acampo has said he wants to address 'a lot of cr*p' that's been written about his restaurants before launching his new Alderley Edge venture.

The TV star and restaurateur is set to take over the Piccolino site in the affluent village, which announced its shock closure at the end of 2021.

He said he has 'kicked them out' ready to turn the site into a new branch of his Luciano concept, named after his 19-year-old son.

The restaurant is set to open to the public on January 24 - but Gino had some things to address before then.

The chef took to Instagram to share a video from his kitchen shortly after returning from a break with his family in Sardinia.

He said: "When I got back, I saw a lot of cr*p being written about my restaurant.

"Apparently my restaurant has gone into liquidation. Now I don't usually do stuff like this but let me set the record straight here.

"About 10 years ago I opened a business called Pasta Bar, which is serving Italian food very fast, in the centre of London.

"We tried for 10 years and then Covid came around and I thought 'You know what, we have to close, there's no point to pursue with the idea', which by the way I absolutely love.

"The pasta bar business has got nothing to do with my restaurant business, with my import business, or with any other business that I do.

"It's a stand-alone business that's gone into liquidation, we have to move on.

"This is what business is all about, sometimes you win, sometimes you lose."

Gino went on to say that his restaurant business is 'growing really well', with three large sites to open this year alone.

One of those will be his second Luciano in the heart of Alderley Edge - the first is at the five-star ME London hotel in the West End.

Luciano will also expand to take over Chinese restaurant Yu, which announced a relocation back in June 2021 but has fallen silent since.

Gino said in his Instagram video: "Finally I got it. Yes! I've always wanted to open a restaurant in Alderley Edge, and two days ago we did it.

"If you live around the area, the restaurant used to be called Piccolino, so what I did, I kicked them out and now it's called Luciano, like my son.

"The menu is going to be amazing, I've invested thousands and thousands of pounds into the restaurant, brand new kitchen, everything all kitted out."

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In a statement about his new site, he said: "I have many friends in Alderley Edge and the surrounding areas, it’s an amazing place and one in which I’m super excited to open. 

"The location on London Road couldn’t be any better, it’s a fantastic property. 

"I’m looking forward to spending time here with the amazing team, and our incredible, loyal guests."

Read more: 40-year-old scaffolding removed from Band on The Wall as it prepares to reopen ‘bigger and better’

Managing director of Luciano by Gino D’Acampo, Mat Cunningham, added: "We’re looking forward to bringing Luciano to Alderley Edge.  

"Gino’s influence in the kitchen is significant, not just in terms of the sourcing of ingredients and creation of dishes, but the impact he has on chefs who love to work with him and aspire to his talent and attention to detail. He’s incredibly hands-on."

Featured image: Supplied

]]> 262242 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/mancs-with-january-birthdays-only-have-to-pay-the-year-you-were-born-at-this-local-restaurant/ Wed, 12 Jan 2022 14:57:18 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262270

Once the hustle and bustle of the festive season dies down, January can often be a much quieter month with not a lot to look forward to.

Those carefree summer nights are still in the distant future, and your friends may have resolved to drinking less, spending less, and sleeping more. The long and short of it? The party’s over, basically, which is the last thing you want to hear when your birthday falls in January. 

People with January birthdays have drawn the short straw when it comes to celebrations.

But luckily, one of Greater Manchester's most-popular restaurants is offering Capricorns and Aquarians the chance to ease the January blues with a 'Birthday Bonus' offer.

The Botanist - which has a number of local branches on Deansgate in the city centre, MediaCityUK, Didsbury, Alderley Edge, Warrington, and Chester - is giving those who choose to celebrate their January birthday at one of its restaurants the chance to "pay for the year you were born".

The offer means that those with the January birthday and everyone in their booking will only pay for the amount that corresponds to the year you were born when dining from the restaurant’s group set menu.

Need an example? Let's say, if you were born in 1993, then you’ll only pay £19.93 each, instead of the usual cost of £30 per person. 

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The older you are, the cheaper your meal is.

That means you’ll make a saving of about a third per person, so if you do have a January birthday, your friends will have no excuse but to celebrate with you over one of The Botanist’s signature dishes.

The menu offer applies to lunch and dinner sittings and includes three courses plus a glass of wine, bottle of beer, or non-alcoholic mocktail.

Some of the dishes on offer include favourites such as Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings, Rump Steak, and the mouthwatering Oreo Cookie Dough, as well as vegan options including the Plant Based Burger, Cauliflower Wings, and Raspberry and Almond Frangipane Tart, and for an extra special touch, you can also pre-order a birthday dessert or cocktail, complete with an edible 'Happy Birthday' message. 

Booking is essential to redeem the 'Birthday Bonus' offer, so you can view the menu and book at your nearest restaurant on The Botanist website here.

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]]> 262270 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/property/10-hot-properties-for-sale-in-greater-manchester-january-2022/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 07:46:47 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262085

Over the past year, we've been showing you some of the hottest properties that are currently on the market in Greater Manchester - and you all seem to love them.

It's safe to say that Mancunians love a good nosey around other peoples’ houses, and after all, Greater Manchester is a brilliant place to live.

The region is global powerhouse that’s instantly-recognisable for its architecture, culture, musical exports, media links, scientific and engineering output, social impact, sports clubs and transport connections, and with a growing population of more than 2.8 million people, Greater Manchester has seen considerable investment and regeneration in the last two decades too.

And when it comes to property types in the region, you really couldn’t get more diverse.

The traditional terraced streets make up the fabric of many inner city and borough town areas, while the wide range of leafy suburbs is where you’ll find some of the more sought-after and pricier family homes.

But what can your money currently get you in the area?

Our Hottest Property series is back for the new year, so we’ve scoured the internet to find 10 more of the most diverse, jaw-dropping, accessible and beautifully-presented homes currently on the market in Greater Manchester for you to take a look at.

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Murray's Mills

Bengal Street, Ancoats, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M4

Purplebricks

Apartment | x1 Bedroom | x1 Bathroom

Nestled in the heart of the highly-sought-after area of Ancoats, with a wide range of amenities right on the doorstep, is this immaculately-presented one bedroom apartment situated on the ground floor of the popular no-rental, Grade II-listed development of Murray's Mills - which is known for mixing the original stone circular stairs, exposed brickwork, and beams, with lifts and highly specified apartments to deliver a bespoke blend of old and new.

The property is just a short walk from Manchester's vibrant Northern Quarter, as well as transport links from New Islington tram stop and Piccadilly train station.

It also benefits from a 24-hour, first-class concierge service.

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You can find more on Rightmove here.

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St. Paul's Hill Road

Hyde, Tameside, Greater Manchester, SK14

Strike

Link-Detached | x3 Bedrooms | x1 Bathroom

Sitting in a modern, safe, and quiet estate in the sought-after residential area of Hyde with friendly neighbours all around is this three-bedroom link-detached property that's presented to an exceptionally high standard and offers plenty of space for a growing family.

The property hugely benefits from being close to a number of local amenities - including accredited primary and secondary schools, independent shops, parks, supermarkets, and bars / restaurants - and it also has easy access to Manchester city centre using the nearby motorway network and the public transport services on offer.

Externally, the property also boasts off-road driveway parking, and lawned gardens both to the front and the rear of the home.

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The property is currently on the market with national online estate agents Strike for £320,000.

You can find more on Rightmove here.

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Lindley Avenue

Orrell, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN5

Regan & Hallworth

Detached | x5 Bedrooms | x3 Bathrooms

Built four years ago by award-winning developers, enviably resting on a generous corner plot, and finished to the highest of standards throughout, 'Thirlmere' is an exceptional five bedroom property in the popular residential area of Orrell in Wigan that's brimming with eye-catching kerb appeal and providing a generous 2206 sq ft of contemporary living space, which is ideal for the growing family.

Not only is the property close to a wide range of amenities, good local schooling options, and handy transport links, but externally, it also benefits from driveway parking for multiple vehicles, and gardens to the front and rear.

This is a property that must be viewed to be fully appreciated.

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The property is currently on the market with the Wigan branch of local estate agency chain Regan & Hallworth for £449,995.

You can find more on Rightmove here.

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Woburn Drive

Hale, Altrincham, Trafford, Greater Manchester, WA15

Jamesons & Partners Ltd

Detached | x3 Bedrooms | x1 Bathroom

Looking for a project property to get stuck into in 2022?

Located in the prestigious and highly-sought-after residential area of Hale in Trafford - which boasts plenty of local amenities, schooling options, and transport links, and is only a short distance from Altrincham town centre - is this three bedroom detached house that is in need of some modernisation throughout, but offers plenty of scope for extension for those who have the vision to turn its potential into an exceptional family home.

Sold with no connected chain, the property also benefits from solar panels, off-road driveway parking, a lawned area to the front, and a large private rear garden.

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The property is currently on the market with the Altrincham branch of local estate agents Jamesons & Partners Ltd for £650,000.

You can find more on Rightmove here.

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Shaw Road

Royton, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL2

Ryder & Dutton

End Terrace | x4 Bedrooms | x2 Bathrooms

Rare to the market is this exceptionally-spacious and immaculately-presented four bedroom end terraced house that provides bags of character and charm, and is situated in the popular and convenient location of Royton with a wealth of amenities, local primary and secondary schooling options, and transport links to Manchester city centre and beyond.

The property's generously-proportioned accommodations are set over three floors.

Externally, there is a garden to front, while to the rear, there is also pleasant enclosed yard, and some off-road parking available too.

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The property is currently on the market with the Royton branch of local estate agency Ryder & Dutton for £179,950.

You can find more on Rightmove here.

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Vimto Gardens

Chapel Street, Salford, Greater Manchester, M3

Thornley Groves

Apartment | x1 Bedroom | x1 Bathroom

This immaculately-presented one-bedroom apartment is situated on the top floor of the award-winning, modern development of Vimto Gardens.

Positioned in the increasingly-popular Chapel Street corridor of Salford which has undergone recent regeneration, the area is fully alive with a superb selection of bars and restaurants, along with a range of other amenities and transport links in the immediate vicinity, and not only that, the apartment is also only a short walk to Manchester city centre.

The apartment is bathed in natural light from floor to ceiling windows.

Externally, the development offers idyllic landscaped communal gardens for residents and guests to enjoy, which is an ideal space for relaxing and casual al-fresco dining.

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The property is currently on the market with the Manchester Southern Gateway branch of local estate agency chain Thornley Groves for £185,000.

You can find more on Rightmove here.

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Southern Crescent

Bramhall, Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK7

Reeds Rains

Detached | x3 Bedrooms | x3 Bathrooms

Positioned on an enviable plot within the prestigious and highly-sought-after residential area of Bramhall - which is known for its wide range of amenities, local cafes, restaurants and bars, and excellent schools, as well as convenient transport links to Manchester city centre and beyond - is this three-bedroom detached house.

From the front of the property, it appears to be single storey, but this unique home actually expands at the rear and has spacious and well-presented accommodations set over two two floors.

As well as boasting off-road driveway parking and a garden to the rear, the property also has its own self-contained annexe, which has an open plan living, dining and kitchen space, and is accessed both internally from the main property, and externally. 

This is another one that needs to be viewed to be fully appreciated.

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The property is currently on the market with the Cheadle branch of local estate agency chain Reeds Rains for £599,995.

You can find more on Rightmove here.

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Bentgate Street

Newhey, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16

Cowell & Norford

End Terrace | x2 Bedrooms | x2 Bathrooms

Arguably one of the most impressive properties of its kind on the market in this area of Rochdale at the moment is this stunning two-bedroom (plus attic room) end terrace property, which provides a superb opportunity for either a First Time Buyer or young family.

Occupying a highly sought after position close to beautiful open countryside, yet on the doorstep of excellent local amenities, schools and transport connections including the Metrolink, the property is immaculate throughout, having been tastefully-modernised to the very highest standard, but still retaining plenty of its original charm.

Externally, the property has a small yard area to the front, along with paved rear garden providing off-road parking.

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The property is currently on the market with the Rochdale branch of estate agents Cowell & Norford for £175,000.

You can find more on Rightmove here.

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Springwater Avenue

Holcombe Brook, Bury, Greater Manchester, BL0

Wainwrights

Detached | x4 Bedrooms | x3 Bathrooms

Striking a contemporary pose in the highly-sought-after area of Holcombe Brook, and poised on the cusp of all the amenities, well-regarded local schools, and transport links that are on offer in Ramsbottom, Bury, and Bolton is this individually-designed, four-bedroom detached home on Springwater Avenue that boasts spacious accommodations for a growing family.

Equally as pleasing inside as it is kerbside, this immaculately-presented property has an open plan kitchen, dining and living area, which opens out to the garden, as well as a garden office pod with bathroom and kitchenette, and an integral garage which is used as a gym.

Externally, the property also has off-road driveway parking for at least four vehicles to the front, while there is landscaped garden to the rear.

This is certainly a unique property where viewing is highly recommended.

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The property is currently on the market with independent Bolton-based estate agents Wainwrights for £650,000.

You can find more on Rightmove here.

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Cubbins Farm

Longworth Lane, Egerton, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL7

Miller Metcalfe

Detached | x5 Bedrooms | x2 Bathrooms

We've saved the most impressive for last.

Nestled within a hamlet of beautiful homes surrounded by countryside with views from every window, yet close enough to the much-sought-after village centre of Egerton, Cubbins Farm is a prestigious five bedroom property.

Steeped in history, this stunning country house dates back to 1806 and its current owners have beautifully-maintained many of its outstanding features, while giving the property a modern yet contemporary feel, with some of the stand-out features including beamed vaulted ceilings, an inglenook fire, and a bespoke kitchen.

Externally, there is a large gated driveway, a double garage, and formal gardens with access to approximately 12 further acres of paddocks, field and woodland.

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The property is currently on the market with the Harwood branch of local estate agency chain Miller Metcalfe for £1,000,000.

You can find more on Rightmove here.

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Featured Image - Miller Metcalfe | Wainwrights

]]> 262085 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/the-best-things-to-do-in-greater-manchester-this-week-17-23-january-2022/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 06:30:00 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262092

2022 is here, and January is already flying by now that we're in full swing.

Once the hustle and bustle of December's festivities have died down, January often tends to be a much quieter month that gives us the chance to reset and recharge for the year ahead. But although it may be a quieter month, that doesn't mean is has to be a boring one - especially not in Greater Manchester.

So we've cherry-picked a few of the best things happening across the region this week to put together another fresh edition of our 'what’s on' guide for the city of Manchester and beyond.

Some of the events we’re going to mention here are completely free - perfect for that post-Christmas bank balance - while others will set you back a few pounds, and many will need to be booked in advance.

But plenty are still taking COVID-safety measures to give you peace of mind though.

Here's our top picks.

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Veganuary

Manchester City Centre

Monday 17 - 31 January

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Manchester is one of the best places in the country to eat out if you’re trying to go vegan - be that for Veganuary, or any other time of the year.

The city has an absolute slew of dedicated vegan restaurants, serving up everything ranging from ‘dirty’ plant-based fast food to sit-down gastropub and fine dining-style restaurants, giving those exploring a plant-powered diet a real boost when it comes to eating out. But beyond that, you can even trust that most restaurants in the city - even if they’re not designed for vegans - will have one or two suitable dishes on their menu.

Veganuary 2022 could be a more perfect time to find out what Manchester's plant-based foodie scene is all about.

Check out our list of the best places to find vegan food in Manchester here.

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Van Gogh Alive

MediaCityUK

Monday 17 January - 27 February

Over 100,000 people have been to visit the Van Gogh Alive experience since it arrived at MediaCity UK a couple of months back.

And it's now extended its Salford stay right through until 27 February.

Van Gogh Alive takes people on a trip through the periods of Van Gogh’s life that defined him as an artist and showcases 3,000 images, including some of his most iconic works like Starry Night and Sunflowers, and lesser-known paintings inspired by his love of Japanese woodprints. The exhibition is home to a life-sized walk-in representation of Van Gogh’s ‘Bedroom in Arles’ painting, a ‘Sunflower selfie room’ - a 360° mirrored space complete with hundreds of sunflowers, and so much more

Tickets are priced at £23.50 for adults and £16.50 for children, with concessions and school group discounts available. Visitors to the exhibition will have the opportunity to make a donation to The Christie charity either when purchasing tickets, or while at the exhibition.

You can find out more here.

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The Glade of Light Memorial

Manchester City Centre

Monday 17 January - onwards

Have you seen that the memorial for the 22 people who died in the Manchester Arena terror attack has now finally opened to the public?

The Glade of Light has been created close to the Manchester Cathedral as a living memorial.

The peaceful garden space is centred around a Hawthorn tree, which will burst into white blooms every year at around the time of the anniversary in May. A white marble ‘halo’ is the memorial’s centrepiece, engraved with the names of the 22 people who lost their lives in the attack on 22 May 2017.

The families of the victims have even been able to place memory capsules filled with mementos and messages inside the halo too.

You can find out more about visiting the Glade of Light Memorial here.

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Turtle Feeding

SEA LIFE Manchester

Monday 17 - Friday 21 January

Fancy coming face to flipper with magnificent giant green sea turtles as you join them for a lunch date you'll never forget?

This is your chance to go and feed Ernie and Cammie the green sea turtles, who are SEA LIFE Manchester's friendliest and hungriest residents. Suitable for people eight and older, the SEA LIFE Manchester 'Turtle Feeding Experience' includes priority access into the centre on the day of your choosing, and the 15-minute feed will be with a knowledgeable trained Aquarist to help you enjoy your experience and tell you about Ernie and Cammie's diet and habitat.

You will then also be able to explore all the other amazing creatures cared for in the centre before and after your feeding experience too.

You can find more information, and book your place here.

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Cancer Revolution: Science, innovation, and hope

Science and Industry Museum

Monday 17 January - onwards

A world-first free exhibition that’s set to explore the revolution in science that is transforming cancer care has opened at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester.

The Science Museum Group has partnered with expert partner Cancer Research UK for the curation of the new exhibition at what is a key moment in time when one in two of us will be diagnosed with cancer in our lifetime, but more of us than ever before are living longer and better with the disease.

Cancer Revolution: Science, innovation, and hope is the first “major object-rich exhibition” to reveal the past, present and future of how cancer is prevented, detected and treated.  

Through never-before seen objects and stories, cutting edge treatment and research, reflection, new artist commissions and installations, film, photography, interactive exhibits and a breadth of personal stories, the museum says the exhibition will present the stories of people affected by cancer and those who study and treat it.

You can find more information about the exhibition here.

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Pasta Making Cookery Class

Food Sorcery

Wednesday 19 January

Didsbury’s very-own cookery school, Food Sorcery, is hosting a cookery workshop that's dedicated to all things pasta this Wednesday.

During this three-hour class, you can learn everything about how to make Italy's staple food by hand, from how to mix and knead pasta dough - both beetroot-infused and standard egg pasta - to various different rolling techniques, filling, and shaping, all before the chef will demonstrate some sauces to go with it.

So roll your sleeves up and get ready to mix, knead, bash, squash, and shape the dough into spaghetti, farfalle, ravioli, and so much more.

You can find out more information, and book your place here.

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Winter Beer Fest

GRUB

Friday 21 - Sunday 23 January

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GRUB is hosting its very-own seasonal beer festival this weekend, so Manchester beer lovers can sip creations from some of the best local breweries.

The popular event - which was due to take place back in 2021, but sadly had to be postponed due to COVID-19 restrictions newly-introduced at the time - is making its much-anticipated return to the Redbank Project and GRUB says it is “delighted”.

Over the course of the three-day festival, there’ll be plenty of local brews to taste test, with brewery bars courtesy of some of the region’s best - Beatnikz Republic, Blackjack Brewing Co, Rivington Brewing Co, The Runaway Brewery, and Squawk Brewing Co.

You can find out more and grab tickets here.

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Manchester Open Exhibition 2022

HOME Manchester

Friday 21 January - 27 March

The Manchester Open is one of the most successful exhibition in HOME’s history.

The first region-wide exhibition of its type to welcome entries from people of any background and level of experience - including established professionals, new and emerging talent, enthusiastic amateurs and first-time artists - HOME’s Gallery walls will be filled with work from 400+ Greater Manchester residents, which have been selected by a panel consisting of art experts and community representatives.

With an amazing 2,271 artwork entries, the judging panel have said they were impressed by the range, quality, differing artistic styles, and inspirational work being created across Greater Manchester.

You can find more information here.

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Looking to keep your pennies in your pocket this January?

Despite many of our Christmas parties and plans getting cancelled, December was still pretty expensive for a lot of us, but if you’re also looking at your post-festivities bank balance and panicking that you’ll have to spend January in hibernation, then think again.

Greater Manchester is great at delivering amazing things to do that are completely free of charge.

From walks, to cultural fixes, feeding the region's farm animals, and so much more, there’s loads you can do without spending a penny.

You can read our list of the best free things to do in Greater Manchester here.

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Fancy making the most of all the January deals, discounts, and offers in Manchester's cafes, bars, and restaurants?

January is typically a time when many vow to change their eating habits.

But even the most committed dieter should be tempted by these Manchester restaurant deals, discounts and offers.

Whether you are starting a new diet, ditching alcohol, or trying out Veganuary, that’s no reason to stay at home – not when you’ve got January dining (and drinking) offers floating around like this.

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From vegan restaurants running their 50% off deals right into February, to some top Manchester restaurants offering huge deals on food AND drink, plus half-price burgers, burritos, kebabs and more, keep reading to discover the best January restaurant deals to take advantage of in 2022.

You can find out more about what's on offer here.

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Keen to challenge yourself in 2022?

Fancy setting some new fitness goals? Reckon you’re up for a 10K, or even a Half Marathon? It doesn’t have to be running, though - perhaps you’d prefer to tackle something else entirely?

A lot of us will already have our New Year’s resolutions picked out and lined up, but if you’re really up for a test this year, then did you know that one of Manchester’s most iconic charities is offering an ideal incentive to get going by giving The Manc’s readers and followers an exclusive opportunity to get £25-worth of entry fees to any sponsored event refunded if they choose to commit to raising some worthy funds in its name.

We Love MCR Charity wants to help ambitious Mancunians achieve their goals.

You can find out more here.

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Need more of a reason to get excited about what's in store for 2022?

2021 may not have exactly gone to plan, but our buzzing region is looking forward to the year ahead with some seriously exciting things on the horizon, and Marketing Manchester - the organisation that incorporates our tourism board and the official website visitmanchester.com - has once again pulled together a list of things to get excited about in the year ahead.

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The round-up list includes everything from outdoor experiences and cultural developments, to hospitality openings, events, and so much more.

You can read the list of 22 things to look forward to in Greater Manchester in 2022 here.

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Do you know about all the massive gigs and theatre shows happening in Manchester this year?

While it's true that the last couple of years have been rough for the theatre and live music industries, there are some massive shows to look forward to in Manchester this year as our city’s cultural scene continues to push forwards with huge festivals, world-renowned theatre, and some of the planet’s biggest musicians paying visits in 2022.

If you're looking for some key dates to pop in your diary, you can have a read of our 2022 events round-up list here.

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Featured Image - GRUB | HOME Manchester

]]> 262092 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/northern-quarter-institution-shack-is-slashing-prices-in-january-including-in-its-new-basement-bar/ Wed, 12 Jan 2022 15:40:25 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262208

The first month of the year is always a good time to grab a bargain meal out, with restaurants and bars across the city slashing their prices to entice us all out of our post-Christmas slumber.

The Northern Quarter institution Shack - which moved across to a new site on High Street a couple of years ago - is no exception.

The popular bar and grill is knocking its food bills in half throughout January if you dine between Monday and Friday.

That means 50% off burgers (including the massive Shack Attack burger and the Salt and Pepper chicken stack), buttermilk chicken, loaded fries and mac and cheese bowls.

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It also means half-price brunches, with full breakfasts, chicken and waffles, and French toast all on the menu.

The 50% off discount is available to anyone who books in advance, though even if you fancy a walk-in Shack will knock 20% off your food bill.

Shack's usual deals - like its happy hour drinks offers and the weekend bottomless disco brunch (£30 per person with prosecco, mimosas, bellinis and selected beers, or £40 to upgrade to bottomless pornstar martinis and frozen margaritas) - are still available too.

The fun carries on in its new basement bar, Lost Weekend, too.

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The underground late-night bar is kitted out with pool tables, beer pong, air hockey and more - and they're offering free gaming all month.

Visit between Thursday and Saturday and you can play for free, and enjoy two cocktails for £10 all night long.

There'll be a small food menu on offer at Lost Weekend too.

Read more: A bakery in Manchester has created these incredible giant Rolo cookies

Looking ahead to next month, Shack is planning a massive Superbowl party.

They'll be screening the all-American sports event through the night (kick-off isn't until 11.30pm UK time), including the half-time show which this year will star Dr Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige and Kendrick Lamar.

You can see the full Shack menus and make a booking for 50% off food at shackbarandgrill.co.uk.

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]]> 262208 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/first-look-inside-cibo-manchester-the-new-italian-restaurant-serving-flaming-cheese-wheels/ Thu, 13 Jan 2022 10:46:50 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262263

Cibo Manchester is set to open its doors this weekend as bosses prepare to launch the popular Liverpool road restaurant's second site inside the Great Northern Warehouse.

Taking over the former Home Sweet Home unit, the swanky new Italian independent eatery is all yellow-gold and burnished copper with exposed industrial details and a cluster of filament bulbs making a statement above the impressive bar area as you enter.

When it opens on Friday, diners can expect a brand new cocktail menu, late weekend opening hours stretching to 2am, and flaming parmesan cheese wheels in which pasta is swirled whilst you watch to create the ultimate indulgent cheesy dish.

Regulars of Cibo in Castlefield can expect to see the same yellow-gold seating and plush booths, dark wood, and white herringbone details here that make the existing Liverpool road site so sleek - but this time on a much grander scale.

Split across four different levels, there's a huge bar as you enter, boasting a brand new cocktail menu with flaming drinks to match the flaming parmesan cheese wheels for which the group has already become quite famous. 

Elsewhere, you'll find Italian classics like the bellini and negroni sbagliato - a lighter, low ABV alternative to the classic negroni that replaces gin with prosecco. 

Seating is tiered, with plump comfy booths lining the wall on the top mezzanine level giving views across both Great Northern Square and the glitzy interior of the restaurant below.

Food-wise, all a la carte dishes remain the same here as in Castlefield – meaning diners can enjoy the authentic Italian pizza and pasta favourites they have come to know and love, alongside traditional mains and sides.

What's more, further quarterly menu additions in the form of specials promise to introduce something that is just “as big and as exciting” as the epic flaming cheese wheel every few months here.

Owners have invested over £600,000 into the snazzy new restaurant, which opens inside the Great Northern Warehouse this Friday 14 January.

Already nearly fully booked for its opening weekend, it's easy to see why so many Mancs - already enamored with the existing Cibo - are flocking to making a booking at the new site. 

Alongside the regular a la carte menu, which is 50% off Sunday - Thursday throughout the month of January, diners can also opt for more savings at certain times of day by choosing set menus like the lunch menu (1 course £7 or 2 courses £12) or the pre-theatre menu (2 courses £14.95 or 3 courses £19.95).

The pre-theatre menu, available between 5-7pm every day, features pizza and pasta favourites, including the house-made lobster ravioli, as well as a selection of side dishes ranging from salads and 'mama's mashed potatoes' to spicy wild spinach and courgette fries.

Read more: All the January Manchester restaurant deals, discounts and offers you need in 2022

The set lunch, meanwhile, is available in the week from 12-2pm and on weekends from 12-3pm, includes choices such as a whole burrata topped with cherries and balsamic glaze, wild mushroom risotto, and homemade ravioli stuff with either lobster or spinach depending on your preference.

Bosses have also introduced a new three course Italian bottomless brunch service at the restaurant on Saturdays, with endless mimosas and prosecco making an appearance alongside Italian breakfast twists on mid-morning classics.

Open from 12pm-11pm Monday to Thursday, and 12pm-2am over the weekend, Cibo Manchester opens its doors to the public this Friday 14 January. To find out more and book, visit its website here.

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]]> 262263 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/thousands-of-jobs-are-available-at-manchester-airport-as-travel-industry-starts-road-to-recovery/ Wed, 12 Jan 2022 17:12:58 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262269

Thousands of job vacancies are on offer at Manchester Airport, with travel restriction changes sparking 'a revival of air travel'.

Roles with the airport itself range from security to customer service to hospitality, with more jobs available with airlines and other companies.

There are 550 roles directly with MAG and more than a thousand more with third parties like Jet2.com, Ryanair, Swissport, UK Border Force, Menzies, and ABM.

Across the Manchester Airport Group's (MAG) three airports - Manchester, East Midlands and London Stansted - there are positions available in ground handling, cleaning, and working in shops and restaurants.

Benefits include discounts on public transport for getting to work, free on-site parking for both work days and holidays, a pension scheme, training programmes and retail discounts.

All three airports reported a strong recovery in October and November which only slowed slightly when Omicron-related restrictions were introduced.

They say that bookings surged in the days following the announcement that travel restrictions would be eased.

Karen Smart, Manchester Airport managing director, said: "It’s great that our passengers have more freedom to fly, as the aviation industry begins its road to recovery.

"We always knew the sector would quickly bounce back with the easing of travel restrictions, which were relaxed this weekend.

"This means we now have hundreds of fantastic, interesting roles available to suit a wide range of people with different experience, skills and backgrounds.

"We encourage applications from individuals with great people skills, ambition and enthusiasm.

Read more: Mancs with January birthdays only have to ‘pay the year you were born’ at this local restaurant

"Airports are a great, varied placed to work that are interesting and offer excellent potential. Our colleagues get huge job satisfaction from interacting with customers and helping to give them a great start to their holidays.

"This is a great opportunity to grow your career and join our friendly team at the vibrant and busy Manchester Airport."

There'll be a virtual jobs fair on Tuesday January 25.

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]]> 262269 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/the-first-ever-tearless-onions-are-to-be-sold-in-uk-supermarkets/ Wed, 12 Jan 2022 16:08:41 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262290

Tearless onions are soon to be sold at supermarkets across the UK for the first time ever.

'Sunions' - which have been available in the US since 2018 - are on their way to Waitrose stores up and down the country, and are said to be a sweet variety of the vegetable that "doesn't reduce cooks to tears".

As unbelievable as it sounds, they aren't the product of some form of genetic modification, and instead, the brand said it took more than 30 years of breeding less pungent varieties of onion to find a variety where the vapours released on chopping are not powerful enough to bring tears to the eye.

The company said the flavour in 'Sunions' develops differently to other onions.

The website promoting the product explains that: "Volatile compounds in onions are responsible for tearing and pungent flavour and the amounts of those compounds in other onions remain the same or increase over time.

"In Sunions, these compounds do the exact opposite and decrease to create a tearless, sweet and mild onion."

Grown in Spain, 'Sunions' will set you back just £1.50 for a three-pack when they go on sale online and in selected stores from Tuesday next week, which works out at 50p per onion, compared with 14p for a typical onion bought loose from the supermarket.

"We understand how a-peeling tearless onions are to our customers which is why we’re delighted to launch Sunions," said Paul Bidwell - an onion buyer for Waitrose.

"Ideal for taking the tears out of the kitchen, the sweetness of this type of onion lends itself perfectly to a variety of dishes".

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As mentioned, 'Sunions' have been on sale in the US for a good couple of years now, but it's fair to say that they haven't exactly been received that favourably, with a 2018 review in the Washington Post describing them as very sweet, "sweet enough that you could sit there and eat them like popcorn" in fact, and said they barely had any scent.

Another journalist who also tried them said they were "almost flavourless".

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The bereaved daughter of a Wigan man who died just a few days before the alleged Downing Street 'drinks party' has called for the Prime Minister to resign.

55-year-old Shaun Brady from Hindley died just four days before the "bring your own booze" garden party hosted at 10 Downing Street on 20 May 2020 after having contracted COVID-19 on the way to his job as a key worker at the Kraft Heinz factory in Wigan, despite him being fit and healthy and his family doing "everything they could" to keep him safe during lockdown.

Now, his daughter Hannah Brady has been speaking out to share her emotional story, saying that Prime Minister Boris Johnson is "a walking public health hazard" and that there is a "moral duty" for him to be removed.

Hannah said her dad's death certificate was signed on the day the government "partied".

"Key workers like my dad who died during the pandemic because he went to work to serve this country did not break the rules and paid the ultimate price," she told the BBC.

She also revealed in an appearance on BBC Breakfast this morning that the Prime Minister had "got five minutes more to socialise and 'bring his own booze' than I did for my dad's funeral", which was just 20-minutes long.

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Ms Brady's calls for the Prime Minister's resignation of course come after on Monday, ITV published a leaked email from Mr Johnson’s principal private secretary, Martin Reynolds, which appeared to invite 100 staff to "socially distanced drinks in the No 10 garden" at a time when lockdown rules in England banned large outdoor gatherings from taking place.

The invitation encouraged people to "make the most of the lovely weather" after what had been an "incredibly busy period".

After garnering mass critique for refusing to confirm or deny the existence of the event for several days post the surfacing of the leaked email, Mr Johnson yesterday confirmed his attendance and publicly apologised to MPs during what was heated Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) in the House of Commons yesterday.

Mr Johnson said that he "takes responsibility" for the gathering, but continued to say he believed it was "a work event", and in hindsight, should have sent everyone back inside.

Read more: Angela Rayner hits back at critics who slammed her ‘honest and decent’ Stockport accent

Hannah told ITV she felt "sick" at the idea the Prime Minister was "making the most of the lovely weather" while her father's death certificate was being signed.

Ms Brady's story was highlighted in the House of Commons by Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer during PMQs, who described the Prime Minister as a "man without shame", before telling MPs: "Her father died just days before the drinks trolley was being wheeled through Downing Street, and last year Hannah met the Prime Minister in the Downing Street garden.

"She looked the Prime Minister in the eye and told him of her loss.

"The Prime Minister told Hannah he had done everything he could to protect her dad.

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"Looking back, what Hannah told me last night was she realises the Prime Minister had partied in that same garden the very day her dad’s death certificate was signed, so what Hannah wants to know is this - does the Prime Minister understand why it makes her feel sick to think about the way he’s behaved?"

Mr Johnson then replied: "I sympathise deeply with Hannah, with people who have suffered up and down this country during the pandemic, and I repeat that I wish things had been done differently on that evening, and I repeat my apology for all the misjudgments that may have been made, that were made on my watch in No 10 and across the government.

"I want to reassure the people of this country, including Hannah and her family, that we have been working to do everything we can to protect her and her family.”

In a heartfelt statement responding to the Prime Minister, Hannah - who is also a spokesperson for campaign group Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice - said: "The Prime Minister's lies have finally caught up with him.

"Not content with kicking bereaved families like mine in the teeth by breaking the rules he set and then lying to us about it, he's now taking the British public for fools by pretending he 'didn't know it was a party'. Every time he lies to us, he pours more salt into the wounds of those who have already lost so much to this pandemic, but that doesn't stop him."

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"He's incapable of telling the truth and he needs to go," Hannah continued.

"The Prime Minister is now a walking public health hazard, who has lost the trust, respect and good faith of the public.

"If restrictions are needed to protect lives in the future, people will simply laugh at him. He has no moral authority and will cost lives. He has broken his own rules and if he had any decency, he would now resign, rather than hide behind an internal 'inquiry'.

"If he doesn't, his MPs should remove him - they have a moral duty to do so."

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"He got 5 minutes more to socialise and 'bring his own booze' than I did for my dad's funeral"

Hannah Brady's dad Shaun died days before the Downing St garden party.

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"An apology needs to come from someone sincere, owning up to something they've done before they get caught"

Hannah Brady's dad Shaun died just days before the Downing Street garden party.

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A Sale Sharks player has been suspended from the club following an arrest on suspicion of rape.

The Greater Manchester rugby union club has issued a short statement saying that the player in question has been suspended 'until further notice'.

The individual, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was arrested on Sunday 9 January following a report of a sexual assault of a teenager.

A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: "Officers were called shortly before 11am on Sunday January 9 to a report of a sexual assault on a female.

"A woman in her late teens was reported to have been sexually assaulted.

"A man was arrested on suspicion of rape and a woman was arrested on suspicion of administering a substance with intent to cause a sexual offence.

"Both have since been released on bail as enquiries continue and a number of lines of enquiry are being followed up by detectives."

Read more: Daughter of Wigan man who died days before the Downing Street ‘drinks party’ calls for Prime Minister’s resignation

Sale Sharks have now issued a short statement, which says: "Sale Sharks have been made aware of an allegation against one of its players and the subsequent arrest of that player by Greater Manchester Police on Sunday 9th January 2022.

"The player in question has been suspended by Sale Sharks until further notice and is currently cooperating with police officers to assist in their investigation.

"As this matter is subject to a legal process there will be no further comment at this time."

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]]> 262447 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/paralysed-manchester-arena-attack-survivor-targets-1-million-in-mission-to-scale-mount-kilimanjaro-for-charity/ Thu, 13 Jan 2022 10:48:31 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262448

A father who was paralysed in the Manchester Arena attack has set a £1 million fundraising target for a very worthy cause as he prepares to scale Mount Kilimanjaro.

Bolton-born football agent Martin Hibbert - who was the closest casualty to the bomb blast to survive - suffered 22 shrapnel wounds and was left paralysed from the waist down when he and his teenage daughter were among the hundreds injured in the terror attack following an Ariana Grande concert at Manchester Arena on 22nd May 2017.

But now, to show his true fighting spirit, and, in his own words, to "turn an appalling act of terror into a force for greater good", Martin is aiming to scale 19,308ft to the top of Africa’s highest mountain in an epic expedition this July.

And in doing so, he hopes to raise £1 million for the Spinal Injuries Association (SIA).

Read more: Paralysed Manchester Arena attack survivor to scale Mount Kilimanjaro for charity

Martin credits his recovery to support from the association and the dedicated care he received by staff at Salford Royal Hospital, and so, as a fitting tribute to the people who "changed [his] life" and "put [him] back together", he will take on the challenge alongside his friend Stuart Wildman - a consultant nurse who cared for him from the very beginning in the Major Trauma Unit at Salford Royal.

Now a wheelchair user, Martin will ride a custom-built handbike for the challenge, which he said he was inspired to do after learning that only one in three people with spinal cord injuries receive treatment at specialist centres.

Since his recovery, Martin has worked with the Spinal Injuries Association (SIA) as a trustee to offer "hope, confidence and practical skills" to other people paralysed by spinal cord injury.

He is using the climb to send a message of optimism and inclusivity for life after injury.

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Martin told ITV Granada ahead of his expedition that he wants to "start a revolution to change people’s perceptions of what it means to be disabled", adding: "I want everyone to have the care and support they need, helping everyone to lead the life they want and being fully involved in the decisions that shape their experiences."

"Disabled people have to climb their own mountains every day, so I’ve decided to climb a real one," he concluded.

Speaking ahead of Martin’s challenge this year, Nik Hartley OBE - Chief Executive of the Spinal Injuries Association - said: "Martin is a football-loving family man whose life changed unexpectedly and forever one night in Manchester.

"With grit and determination, he has rebuilt his life and is now supporting other injured people.

"Too often disabled people are seen as second-class citizens, but Martin’s incredible climb is a powerful statement of why achieving one’s goals should not be defined by disability."

Keen to show your support to Martin? All donations towards Martin’s target of raising £1 million for the Spinal Injuries Association (SIA) can be made via his official JustGiving page here.

More information and updates can also be found on Martin’s website.

And don’t forget to keep up to date with Martin in the lead-up to the challenge on Twitter and Instagram.

#MartinsMountain

Featured Image - SIA / Cloud Force Marketing / Sam Manton

]]> 262448 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/northern-city-pokes-fun-at-neighbour-with-cheeky-welcome-to-hull-signs/ Thu, 13 Jan 2022 13:37:48 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262474

Hull has appeared to take a swipe at its neighbouring northern city with new road signs that appeared this week.

A footnote on the 'Welcome to Hull' signs has poked fun at Leeds, cementing the long-standing rivalry between the two cities.

The small print says: "Welcome to Hull: We know we aren’t perfect but at least we aren’t Leeds," The Hoot reports.

Hull City Council has denied any involvement in the cheeky new additions to the city.

They posted on Twitter: "We didn't include this line on the sign, it has been added by someone afterwards, so we suspect it’s a bit of mischievous fun."

https://twitter.com/Hullccnews/status/1481272189391454212

BBC News presenter Peter Levy was one of the first to spot the mysterious sign.

The BBC presenter tweeted: “Bottom line of signs just been put up. Not sure who at ⁦@Hullccnews⁩ is responsible for this but it’s genius. Love it.”

One user tweeted in response: "When I lived in Sheffield we used to watch Look North for Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire, as we refuse to watch the one coming from Leeds."

Another jibed: "Cool [.] please leave it on there"

Meanwhile, plenty of others jumped to the defence of Leeds, suggesting the sign was in bad taste.

One Twitter user said: "Suggest the people of Kingston Upon the River Hull don’t need to have snide remarks defaming another city in order to welcome visitors.

"No city is perfect, we have nothing to be ashamed of and everything to be proud of. Please get the line covered up asap and apologise to Leeds."

Read more: Paralysed Manchester Arena attack survivor targets £1 million in mission to scale Mount Kilimanjaro for charity

Other comments included: "I think that is disrespectful. Yes, have great pride in your city but not at the defamation of another."

Another person wrote: "Oh come on, surely we’re better than that. What a great way to stir up trouble with away fans, visiting our City. What dimwit on our council thought that one up? The signs need changing anyway, our City is called Kingston-upon-Hull."

Featured image: Unsplash, Gary Butterfield / Luke Thornton

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We didn't include this line on the sign, it has been added by someone afterwards, so we suspect it’s a bit of mischievous fun. https://t.co/WXu3283L5W

— Hull CC News (@Hullccnews) January 12, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/you-can-now-get-curried-chicken-tikka-lasagne-at-manchesters-favourite-slab-shack/ Thu, 13 Jan 2022 13:28:37 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262486

All hail the arrival of Lazy Tony's new menu - and its new chicken tikka lasagne special.

Manchester's favourite slab shack has reopened this week with a brand new menu, and there's one item, in particular, we're especially excited about.

Yes, we're talking about the new curried lasagne special that takes the nation's favourite dish, chicken tikka, and folds it up with sheets of handmade lasagne and bechamel to offer Mancs the ultimate delicious takeaway hybrid.

It's not something we knew we needed in our lives - but now we've had it, we can't imagine what we'll do when January ends (save begging owner Danny to keep it on as a permanent menu item).

That said, there's plenty more to get excited about besides - with the promise of a new lasagne special every month. This is Lazy Tony's we're talking about, after all, the backstreet lasagne takeaway so coveted by the general Ancoats' population its proximity even makes it onto local apartment listings.

Elsewhere on the new menu, you'll find a brand new sourdough sub baguette list stuffed with the likes of pancetta, marinated mushrooms and meatballs, plus a loaded fries section (lasagne fries, anyone?) and a whole host of further indulgent Italian sides.

These range from lasagne bites (we use the term 'bite' loosely, they're so chunky the process definitely requires more than one) and hand-shaped pork and beef meatballs, to crispy fried potato gnocchi tossed in your choice of pesto or chilli marinara and Lazy Tony's take on the beloved chicken parm.

Read more: Stockport’s music-themed pie shop is moving into Manchester

We also have to give a shout out for the sauces, and highly recommend you try combining the truffled and herbed honey dip with the chilli marinara. Combined with the lasagne bites, t's a ten out of ten pairing - trust us.

To find out more and view the full menu, head over to Lazy Tony's website here to see the full list of new additions.

Welcome back to Manchester's favourite lasagneria, we missed you over Christmas.

Feature image - The Manc Group

]]> 262486 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/we-asked-you-to-vote-for-what-should-be-we-love-mcr-charitys-2022-challenge-heres-the-results/ Thu, 13 Jan 2022 15:11:41 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262492

Is 2022 the year you're planning to take on a new challenge?

For many of us, the start of a new year often brings with it some motivation to make a few resolutions or set about achieving some goals we've been meaning to for a while, or, for the more daring among us, to get stuck into a challenge you've never tried before - but for those of us who aren't really the adventurous type, who's to say we can't have a hand in picking out a daredevil task for others to try instead?

Well, that's exactly what one of Manchester's most iconic charities, We Love MCR Charity, had in mind when they asked us to give them a helping hand in deciding on its official fundraising challenge for 2022.

This new and yet-to-be-decided fundraising experience will form part of the ongoing 'We Love MCR Charity Challenge Event Series', which sees the charity put daredevil Mancunians' mettle to the test.

The people over at We Love MCR Charity got the ball rolling by picking out a selection of four challenge ideas, and it was then left down to you - our loyal audience of over 200,000 Mancs on our Instagram - to pick which one would be chosen as the first instalment of the series this year by casting your votes on three head-to-head polls shared to our Instagram stories earlier this week.

The four challenge ideas battling it out were:

• A Valentine’s Day dip in Debdale Park Reservoir
• An abseil off a city centre high-rise tower
• A skinny dip at dawn on the Autumn Equinox at Druridge Bay beach
• A jump off a 10m diving board

https://twitter.com/MCR_Charity/status/1481272181342588930?s=20

Round 1 of voting on Monday saw a Valentine's Day dip in Debdale ReseRvoir go up against an abseil off a Manchester city centre tower block, with the abseil taking the win in a close call with 57% of the vote, all before round 2 got underway on Tuesday and saw a skinny dip at dawn on the Autumn Equinox at Druridge Bay beach clinch the win with 56% of the vote over a jump off a 10m diving board.

It was then left to the winners of the first two rounds to go head-to-head with each other - and it was eventually revealed, after hundreds of Mancunians got their votes in, that an abseil off a Manchester city centre tower block was the pick of the bunch in another close call, grabbing 54% of the vote.

But will it actually be crowned the winner? That's down to We Love MCR Charity to make the final call in an announcement that's coming next week.

The 2022 challenge comes after the success of the charity's first - and probably the last - sponsored 'firewalk' event, which made history as 50 "brave soles" raised over £18,000 and counting by walking over 700-degree hot coals in St Peter's Square in the heart of Manchester city centre last October.

Read more: Here’s what happened when 50 fundraisers walked on fire in St Peter’s Square

Against a backdrop of Manchester’s Central Library and with a massive crowd cheering them on, each of the participants conquered their fears and completed what they previously thought was impossible.

We Love MCR Charity said that fundraising events like this are vital for its ongoing mission of supporting the city.

All sponsorship money raised by those undertaking the soon-to-be-announced 2022 challenge, or indeed any sponsored event across the city-region throughout the year, will go directly to We Love MCR Charity’s two current grant programmes - the ‘Manchester’s Rising Stars Fund’, and the ‘Stronger Communities Fund’ - which both support local communities and ambitious young Mancunians to overcome the barriers in their way and recover from the problems created by the COVID-19 pandemic.

If you fancy taking on a more personal challenge this year though, then did you know that the charity is also providing The Manc’s readers and followers with an exclusive opportunity to get £25-worth of entry fees to any sponsored event refunded if they choose to commit to raising some worthy funds in its name?

An opportunity too good to pass up on.

Read more: You can get entry fee refunds if you do a sponsored event for We Love MCR Charity in 2022

https://twitter.com/MCR_Charity/status/1478297704207986689?s=20

But for now, all that's left to do is wait and see which challenge idea comes out on top for 2022.

"Well The Manc's supporters really have helped to shape our thinking," said Ged Carter - Development Manager at We Love MCR Charity.

"A 'win' for a breathtaking abseil, but who knew a seaside skinny dip would make it such a close-run poll? We're excited to announce our Challenge plans very shortly."

Keep your eyes peeled on the We Love MCR Charity website, and social media platforms, Facebook and Twitter, next week to see which challenge has officially been chosen.

Featured Image - Wikimedia Commons | Flickr

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.@TheMancUK are running a poll to help us choose our big mind-over-matter challenge in 2022! Check their Insta Story: https://t.co/mHwMwrHGkY to vote in the poll now!

It's currently between abseiling off a M'cr tower block, or a mass Skinny Dip in the sea.. Bucket list time?? 👀 pic.twitter.com/aUOlc11KHL

— We Love MCR Charity (@MCR_Charity) January 12, 2022]]>

£25 Refund on any sponsored challenge event entry fee! Huge thanks to our friends @TheMancUK for promoting this unique deal.
See their story, or message us today. Happy New Year! #NewYear_NewWayOfLiving #NewYearResolution ❤️🐝 https://t.co/NLq425eB25

— We Love MCR Charity (@MCR_Charity) January 4, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/self-isolation-period-for-people-with-covid-will-be-cut-to-five-days/ Thu, 13 Jan 2022 13:05:33 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262512

People who test positive for Covid will soon only have to self-isolate for five days, Sajid Javid has confirmed.

The Health Secretary announced today that the self-isolation period in England would be slashed again from Monday.

It means that fully-vaccinated people who have tested positive for Covid-19 may be able to leave isolation after five full days, provided they have produced negative test results on both day five and six.

Addressing MPs in the Commons today, and citing information from the UK Health Security Agency, Mr Javid said: "Two-thirds of positive cases are no longer infectious by the end of day five."

The self-isolation period in England was already lowered from 10 days to seven days back in December.

This further cut will make the country the 'freest in Europe', Mr Javid said.

He added that our nation is now 'leading the world in how to live with Covid'.

He said: "Omicron is less severe, but no one should be under any illusions. It is severe for anyone who ends up in hospitals.

Read more: Daughter of Wigan man who died days before the Downing Street ‘drinks party’ calls for Prime Minister’s resignation

"We started this year as the freest country in Europe, thanks to the decisions we made in the summer.

"The virus is still with us and there are likely to be difficult weeks again.

"According the to ONS data published yesterday there are encouraging signs."

Featured image: Gov.uk

]]> 262512 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/ms-rebrands-midget-gems-after-claims-the-name-is-offensive-to-people-with-dwarfism/ Thu, 13 Jan 2022 14:35:55 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262544

Marks and Spencer has decided to rename its popular Midget Gems after claims it was offending people with dwarfism.

The retailer has given the retro sweets the new name of 'Mini Gems' following a campaign by Dr Erin Pritchard - a lecturer in disability studies at Liverpool Hope University, who has a condition that stunts growth called achondroplasia - where she raised concerns about the use of the word "midget" having its roots in Victorian freak shows.

Dr Pritchard approached a number of supermarkets and confectionary makers about changing the name, explaining that "midget" is seen as a derogatory term for people with growth problems.

She has previously called for the use of it to be seen as hate speech.

M&S is the first retailer to react to her campaign, saying it was "committed to being an inclusive retailer" as it rolled out the changed labelling.

"Following suggestions from our colleagues and the insights shared by Dr Erin Pritchard, we introduced new Mini Gem packaging last year, which has since been rolled out to all of our stores," a spokesperson for M&S said.

Tesco has also said it will be reviewing the name of its product.

A spokesperson for the supermarket said: "We are a diverse and inclusive retailer and we would not want any of our products to cause offence [so] we are grateful to Dr Pritchard for bringing this to our attention."

Following the announcement, Dr Pritchard claimed a lot of people were getting "upset" about the change, taking to Twitter today to say: "It seems that there are a lot of average-sized men getting upset about the removal of the word midget from a packet of sweets.

"I didn't realise they were so sensitive."

https://twitter.com/ErinPritchard15/status/1481559409872486400?s=20

Explaining a little more about why the word is offensive to people with restricted growth in Big Issue North, Dr Pritchard said: "Often referred to by people with dwarfism as the m-word, it is a term derived from the word midge, meaning gnat or sandfly.

"Its origin automatically dehumanises people like me.

"It was a term popularised during the Victorian freak show, where many disabled people, including people with dwarfism, were oppressed and exploited."

Featured Image - Flickr

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It seems that there are a lot of average sized men getting upset about the removal of the word midget from a packet of sweets. I didn't realise they were so sensitive. Here's a good statement on why midget is offensive https://t.co/mOYsaJQCAq

— Dr Erin Pritchard 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 (@ErinPritchard15) January 13, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/manchester-tram-driver-tells-rush-hour-passengers-that-covid-vaccine-cured-him-of-being-a-right-miserable-sod-manc/ Thu, 13 Jan 2022 15:21:05 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262582

Commuters in Manchester were surprised yesterday by an unexpected comedy routine from their tram driver.

People travelling on a service between Bury and the city centre on Wednesday morning were treated to one Metrolink's perkiest employees telling hilarious stories about vaccine side-effects.

The tram driver hopped on the tannoy when the service was passing through Abraham Moss to say that he's 'not been right' ever since getting his Covid vaccine.

The wannabe comic said that the jab 'completely changed' his personality and cured him of being 'a right miserable sod'.

https://twitter.com/daisyejackson/status/1481644995194998790

So severe have his changes to character been, the man claimed, that his wife is now convinced he's having an affair.

Footage captured by The Manc captured part of the unexpected outburst.

The tram driver can be heard saying: "I've not been right ever since, I tell ya.

"All of a sudden, I've become extremely friendly to everyone.

"I used to be a right miserable sod ladies and gentleman, and now I've even started talking to my neighbours.

"I'm in deep shock, I just can't get over it.

"But it's not all fun and games for me ladies and gentlemen at the moment.

"Because I was such a grumpy old fella, and now my whole personality's changed completely - you wouldn't believe this I tell ya - the wife thinks I'm having an affair!

"I just can't believe it. Do you feel sorry for me?"

Earlier in the journey, he urged people to 'pop the kettle on for a nice brew' as soon as they made it to their destinations.

Read more: Northern city pokes fun at neighbour with cheeky ‘Welcome to Hull’ signs

The witty Metrolink employee was also spotted on Twitter, with Zack Hallam labelling him an 'absolute legend'.

Metrolink responded to Zack's video: "He loves a story time! Thanks for your kind comments Zack. I'll get this passed onto our team. Have a lovely day!"

One person commented: "This driver is a legend …. Love it when he’s on the Eccles line.

"Although he does need to stop the Jigsaw joke and get some new material."

Featured image: TfGM

]]> 262582 0 0 0

First time a Metrolink announcement hasn't filled me with dread 😂 pic.twitter.com/bIYFKPGojc

— Daisy Jackson (@daisyejackson) January 13, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/next-is-the-latest-retailer-to-slash-sick-pay-for-self-isolating-unvaccinated-staff/ Thu, 13 Jan 2022 16:43:19 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262585

Next has become the latest big-name retailer to cut sick pay for unvaccinated staff who are required to self-isolate.

As the rise of the Omicron variant continues to wreak havoc on employee absence numbers in industries and companies up and down the UK, the popular fashion and homeware giant has announced today that staff who are unvaccinated but are told they must self-isolate could be cut to the Statutory Sick Pay minimum rate of £96.35 a week, unless their are mitigating circumstances.

The company - which employs over 44,000 people - has however stressed that unvaccinated workers who test positive for COVID-19 would still receive its full rate of sick pay.

At present, people who had had at least two doses of a COVID vaccine are not required to self-isolate if they have been in close contact with someone infected - but by law, people who are unvaccinated and are contacted through the government’s ‘Test and Trace’ system must self-isolate for 10 days.

"It's highly emotive but we have to balance the needs of the business with those of workers and shareholders," a spokesperson for Next said on the matter.

Next is following in the footsteps of IKEA this week.

Read more: IKEA cuts sick pay for unvaccinated UK staff who have to self-isolate

It emerged on Tuesday that the global furniture retailer - which has a number of stores in the North West region, including in Ashton-under-Lyne in Tameside, and employs 10,000 staff in the UK - had also made the decision to slash sick pay for unvaccinated workers who are required to self-isolate.

IKEA said "all will be considered on a case by case basis."

And Next and IKEA are not the first employers to have introduced measures for unvaccinated staff in the UK either.

This may appear to be signalling a growing shift in Europe towards such policies which have been more prevalent in the US, with big American employers including Google and United Airlines having introduced “no jab, no job” policies with varying degrees of strictness, while Virgin Atlantic announced last year it will not hire new cabin crew or pilots who are not fully vaccinated.

Next's decision to penalise unvaccinated staff also comes days after it said it was putting up its prices to offset higher wage and manufacturing costs, with the retailer admitting prices for its spring and summer clothing and homeware ranges would climb by 3.7% from a year earlier, while it expects a 6% rise for autumn and winter goods.

The company forecasts full-year sales to rise by 7% overall.

Featured Image - Next plc

]]> 262585 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/leaks-reveal-more-boozy-downing-street-lockdown-parties-were-held-when-indoor-mixing-was-banned/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 09:08:32 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262674

Anger is continuing to build after fresh leaks have revealed that more boozy parties were held at Downing Street during lockdown when restrictions banned indoor mixing in April 2021.

In the latest addition to the ongoing "partygate" crisis that's threatening the Prime Minister's political future, the two separate gatherings - which were originally reported in The Telegraph yesterday evening - were allegedly said to have occurred on the 16 April, which was the night before the Queen was forced to sit by herself at her husband Prince Philip's funeral at St George's Chapel in Windsor.

The gatherings were reported to have included people drinking and dancing to music until the early hours of the morning.

It is claimed that the two 16 April events were held in two different parts of the Downing Street complex, but later joined together in the garden, with around 30 people attending both gatherings combined.

The Telegraph reported that one leaving event was held for James Slack - the Prime Minister's departing Director of Communications, who left to become Deputy Editor-in-Chief at The Sun newspaper - while another was for one of Mr Johnson's personal photographers.

It was reported that one staff member was said to have acted as a DJ at one of the events, while another is reported to have expressed fears that too much wine was being spilled on a carpet, while one eyewitness even told the newspaper that a staff member used and broke a child's swing in the garden belonging to Mr Johnson's son, Wilfred.

https://twitter.com/Telegraph/status/1481742852707303427?s=20

The newspaper's account of the parties also claimed that one attendee was sent to a nearby supermarket store with a suitcase to be filled with bottles of wine and brought back to Downing Street.

James Slack has released a statement this morning saying he wanted to "apologise unreservedly for the anger and hurt caused" by the gathering held to mark the leaving of his role, adding that the event "should not have happened at the time that it did" and that he "takes full responsibility".

A Number 10 spokesperson told The Telegraph that the Prime Minister was not in Downing Street that day.

He was said to have been at chequers.

Yet the leaks of these newly-alleged parties only appears to be adding to the growing calls for Mr Johnson to resign or be removed from his role.

Sir Ed Davey - the leader of the Liberal Democrats - took to Twitter to call for the Prime Minister to resign following the fresh claims, saying: "The Queen sitting alone, mourning the loss of her husband, was the defining image of lockdown. Not because she is the Queen, but because she was just another person, mourning alone like too many others.

"Whilst she mourned, Number 10 partied. Johnson must go."

https://twitter.com/EdwardJDavey/status/1481749974262157312?s=20

Read more: Daughter of Wigan man who died days before the Downing Street ‘drinks party’ calls for Prime Minister’s resignation

His comments were also echoed by Deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner, who too took to Twitter yesterday to write: "The Queen sat alone in mourning like so many did at the time with personal trauma and sacrifice to keep to the rules in the national interest.

"I have no words for the culture and behaviours at Number 10, and the buck stops with the PM."

Fran Hall - from the campaign group COVID-19 Bereaved Families for Justice - added: "If your neighbours had behaved like this, you'd have been disgusted. For the people running the country to do it and then lie about it, shows a complete disdain for the general public."

Ms Hall added: "The Conservative MPs that are keeping him in power disgrace their country."

Read more: Angela Rayner hits back at critics who slammed her ‘honest and decent’ Stockport accent

https://twitter.com/AngelaRayner/status/1481746884729442307?s=20

Five conservative MPs - Caroline Nokes, Douglas Ross, Sir Roger Gale, William Wragg, and the latest, Andrew Bridgen - have publicly announced that they have submitted a letter of no confidence in the Prime Minister.

If a total of 54 letters are received, Mr Johnson will be forced to face a confidence vote over his leadership.

At the time when the newly-alleged parties were held back in April 2021, the country was in a period of national mourning, and England was still under strict COVID lockdown rules that banned socialising with other households indoors unless you had formed a support bubble, and people in England were also prevented from meeting outdoors in groups larger than six, or from more than two households.

Restrictions also limited funerals like Prince Philip's to just 30 attendees with strict social distancing, while only 15 were allowed to gather for wakes.

These multiple allegations of COVID rule-breaking, both Downing Street and other government buildings, are currently subject to an investigation by senior Civil Servant,Sue Gray - however, she is not expected to report on her findings until next week at the earliest.

Featured Image - Flickr

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The Queen sitting alone, mourning the loss of her husband, was the defining image of lockdown. Not because she is the Queen, but because she was just another person, mourning alone like too many others. Whilst she mourned, Number 10 partied. Johnson must go.

— Ed Davey MP 🔶 🇬🇧 🇪🇺 (@EdwardJDavey) January 13, 2022]]>

The Queen sat alone in mourning like so many did at the time with personal trauma & sacrifice to keep to the rules in the national interest. I have no words for the culture & behaviours at number 10 and the buck stops with the PM. https://t.co/OZD3GEBL4z

— Angela Rayner (@AngelaRayner) January 13, 2022]]>

🔴EXCLUSIVE: Two parties held in Downing Street as Queen and country mourned death of Prince Philip
https://t.co/iyngw6pRrB

— The Telegraph (@Telegraph) January 13, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/trending/local-dog-at-risk-of-being-put-down-due-to-obesity-finds-new-home-and-loses-five-stone/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 10:00:33 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262695

A local Cheshire dog who was at risk of being put down due to obesity has found a new lease of life after shedding five stone.

Nine-year-old Philip the Springer Spaniel's desperate owner didn't know what to do after the pup had ballooned to 10st 5lbs - which was more than three times his recommended weight - from munching on too many cakes, biscuits, and other human food, before stopping eating and finding it extremely difficult to walk, CheshireLive reports.

Cheshire Pet vet Edward Davies feared Philip may "have reached the end" when he examined the dog mid last year.

"I’ve been a vet for 30 years and I’ve never seen a dog as overweight as Philip. It was amazing that his legs could hold him up at all, and he was so big it was hard to even examine him to find out what was wrong," Mr Davies told CheshireLive.

"He could have had a football-sized mass in his abdomen, and we wouldn’t have felt it underneath all the fat - but his blood tests actually came back surprisingly clear."

Although Mr Davies said he thought Philip's quality of life was "virtually non-existent", the Holmes Chapel-based vet practice - which is a part of the My Family Vets family - said they'd "never want to put a dog to sleep when we feel we can treat and rehome it".

Philip was adopted by Mr Davies and was put on special diet for six months.

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And now, Philip's "tale is always wagging" and he loves to swim.

After a combination of replacing his usual sugary foods with a specially-tailored canine diet, and playing with Mr Davies' other two dogs, going for long walks, and chasing balls and swimming in local reservoirs to build up stamina, Philip now weighs in at around 4st 10lbs.

Mr Davies added that Philip sould be down to the ideal weight before the end of the year, and that "his personality has really come out," and it's "lovely to see him happy."

"He's such a friendly dog, and you just didn’t see that before."

Featured Image - Cheshire Pet / My Family Vets

]]> 262695 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/arrest-made-after-a-pensioner-was-punched-in-the-face-on-a-bus-on-christmas-eve/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 10:54:25 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262698

A man has been arrested following the assault of a bus passenger on Christmas Eve.

The victim, a man in his 70s, was punched in the face so hard his glasses smashed.

He had been travelling on a bus from Manchester towards Ashton-under-Lyne, at around 7pm on 24 December, when the incident took place.

The pensioner had asked a woman to stop ringing the bell - but a fellow passenger turned and punched him for doing so.

A man in his 40s has since turned himself in to police and been arrested on suspicion of assault.

Greater Manchester Police had released CCTV footage from the bus in their hunt for the culprit.

GMP said: "Whilst on the bus, a woman began to ring the bell continuously prompting the victim to ask her to stop.

"When he did so, a man assaulted him by punching him in the face, causing his glasses to smash and minor injuries to his nose.

Read more: 10 hot properties for sale in Greater Manchester | January 2022

"Both the woman and the man then got off the bus before the driver came to the elderly gentleman's aid.

"Thankfully he has since recovered from his injuries."

Anyone with information about the incident should contact police on 0161 856 9371 or 101 quoting incident 2402 of 24/12/21, use GMP's LiveChat function at www.gmp.police.uk, or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Featured image: Unsplash @mangopearuk

]]> 262698 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/a-bolton-tattoo-studio-has-given-someone-a-very-rude-tattoo-of-boris-johnson/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 12:14:51 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262721

A tattoo artist in Bolton has permanently etched a very rude portrait of Boris Johnson onto someone's leg.

The portrait shows the Prime Minister looking stern, with a swear word boldly plastered across his forehead.

A swear word so strong we won't repeat it here - but it has four letters, begins with a 'c', and rhymes with punt.

According to The Painted Man, the Churchgate studio where the masterpiece was created, the client requested 'a permanent reminder of what the nation thinks' of Boris.

We think they've made their point pretty clear.

The tattoo was actually created before more stories emerged about illegal lockdown parties at Number 10 - including two on the evening before Prince Philip's funeral.

Shannon Marie, 23, who has been working in the industry since June 2020, is the junior artist behind the portrait.

Shannon said: "That particular client I’ve tattooed before and I knew he was quirky so it didn’t shock me at all.

"I was quite excited to do it as we don’t get requests like that often.

"I did enjoy doing it. I love tattooing and my client is lovely and I thought it was really funny.

Read more: Local dog at risk of being put down due to obesity finds new home and loses five stone

"My client said he let Facebook decide his tattoo, he was inspired by our Get What You Get machine we have in the studio.

"Honestly, everyone has reacted great to it, not one negative reaction yet! I’m sure it may come eventually though."

What do you think? A fitting tribute to our PM or a step too far? Have your say in our Facebook comments.

Featured image: The Painted Man Studio

]]> 262721 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/feature/famous-films-and-tv-shows-that-were-shot-around-manchester/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 13:34:24 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262586

Manchester's streets are often taken over and transformed by film crews for TV shows or the big screen.

It's a pretty common occurrence in the city to stumble across a huge set, whether it's New York-style taxis cruising through the Northern Quarter or stunt men dangling from the top of buildings.

It's also quite common to be settling down in the cinema, or at home with Netflix, and being greeted by an unexpectedly familiar scene on the screen.

Most recently, eagle-eyed viewers were kept busy trying to spot all the Manchester locations scattered across smash hit Netflix drama Stay Close.

Read more: A Bolton tattoo studio has given someone a very rude tattoo of Boris Johnson

But there have been plenty of other instances where our hometown has been a calling point for Hollywood.

Here are some of the biggest films and television series that were shot here in Manchester.

Peaky Blinders

Cillian Murphy and co have frequently popped up to Manchester to film scenes of the hit gangster series - despite the Peaky Blinders actually living in Birmingham.

For the most recent series, huge sets and crews were spotted in Castlefield, while in previous years dramatic gun fights have been filmed around London Road Fire Station and on Mangle Street in the Northern Quarter.

Even Tommy Shelby's massive mansion is up north - Netflix uses Arley Hall in Cheshire to double up as his pad.

Some of the most iconic moments in the drama were filmed here, like the horse auction at Victoria Baths, and the political rally outside the Stockport Plaza.

Pride and Prejudice

Ah yes - Colin Firth in a wet shirt. A truly memorable moment of British television.

This legendary scene was filmed at Lyme Park in Cheshire as part of the BBC's 1995 retelling of Pride and Prejudice.

So famous has wet Colin become, it's been referenced in several of his films since, including Love Actually, Bridget Jones, and St Trinian's.

Colin aside, it's a stunning setting for the period drama, with the National Trust mansion rising high above the lake.

Captain America

It's not every day you see a Marvel superhero strolling past the cafes and bars in the Northern Quarter - but that's exactly what happened back in 2010 when Captain America came to town.

The hero is seen sprinting through 1940s New York in a dramatic chase scene, complete with explosions... because Marvel.

It was a massive operation to dress the sets, with fake shop fronts installed, posters stuck up and even temporary street lights added in.

The Crown

Stevenson Square was completely transformed into Manhattan for the season four finale of The Crown, which showed Princess Diana's trip to New York.

A fleet of yellow taxis and vintage cars rolled through the Northern Quarter, surrounded by American street signs, traffic lights, and even trash cans.

Elsewhere in the episode, the city centre's streets were used for basketball games, hospital visits and more, right across Back Piccadilly, Dale Street, and Peter Street.

Stay Close

It's the Netflix show people haven't stopped talking about this month, as another of Harlan Coben's thrillers has been converted for TV.

Stay Close was filmed all over Greater Manchester and the north west, including Blackpool and parts of Lancashire.

There were multiple locations in Manchester city centre itself though, like the above hen do scene in The Refuge, a stag do in the The Edwardian hotel, and multiple scenes filmed inside Impossible.

It's a Sin

It's A Sin is one of Channel 4's most sensational dramas of all time, following the lives of a group of gay men living through the early years of the HIV and AIDS pandemic.

The heart-breaking series was written by Russell T Davis, an adopted Manc who also shot his groundbreaking Queer as Folk in the city.

Although It's A Sin is mostly set in London, it was a familiar Manchester setting that was used for 'The Pink Palace' where the characters lived.

Clampdown Record's cheerfully retro signage didn't even need updating for the 1980s programme.

The Stranger

The Stranger was another smash-hit success for Netflix and author Harlan Coben.

Its locations in Manchester included the arched walkway at St Peter's Square, a stunning house in Didsbury, the cafe near Manchester Cathedral, and even The French inside the Midland Hotel, which was the scene of a karaoke sing-song.

Cold Feet

Cold Feet is a Manchester TV show through and through - the stars are seen all over the city centre ever since it started in 1997.

From drinking in the pub (both The Swan With Two Nicks and The Woodstock feature) to getting married outside the Great Northern, watching Cold Feet gives Mancs serious deja vu.

The above scene was shot by the canals in Castlefield.

Featured image: Netflix UK / BBC

]]> 262586 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/leaders-in-greater-manchester-ask-the-government-for-an-urgent-review-of-the-clean-air-zone/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 12:54:42 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262726

Leaders and transport bosses in Greater Manchester are to ask the government for an "urgent review" of the Clean Air Zone policy that's due to be implemented across the city-region from May 2022.

Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) issued a statement on Wednesday evening, with bosses explaining that there is a "fundamental concern" that certain global and national factors may "impact on the ability" of local businesses and individuals to upgrade their vehicles, and whether the current support package agreed with government of £120 million would be sufficient.

The authority said that "emerging evidence" from businesses and trade has highlighted significant challenges related to supply chain issues and inflation.

They also say that more money is needed for taxis, vans, minibuses, and coaches.

In the statement, Eamonn Boylan - the Chief Executive of Greater Manchester Combined Authority - said that they are seeking approval from the secretary of state for an "urgent" review into the launch of the Clean Air Zone to "identify how a revised policy can be agreed to deal with the supply issues and local businesses’ ability to comply with the plan".

GMCA says more work is needed to understand whether this could create significant financial hardship for commercial vehicle users.

A report to the Greater Manchester Air Quality Administration Committee next Thursday (20 January) will tackle the supply chain concerns and the financial implications, as well as what this means for Greater Manchester local authorities, and the scheme's impact on their ability to comply on time with a legal direction from government to tackle illegal levels of air pollution.

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GMCA confirmed that Greater Manchester secured the £120 million in government funding towards upgrading non-compliant commercial vehicles, but that the government did not agree to provide "additional hardship funding".

The authority said that since funding support mechanisms for vehicle upgrades were first identified, the global pandemic and associated international trade issues have "compounded supply chain shortages in the commercial vehicle market", which has resulted in "dramatic price increases" of up to 60% at a time when many are already dealing with hikes in fuel prices and the cost of living.

This is why leaders will seek the government’s permission to put the second phase of Clean Air Zone funding on hold until the review of the policy is complete.

What is the Greater Manchester Clean Air Zone?

In case you haven’t noticed, signs informing members of the public that the controversial scheme will begin to take effect from 30 May 2022 have been going up across the region over the last couple of months, with the roadside cameras to enforce the new policy across said to be being installed later on this year.

Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras will be used enforce any non-payment of daily charges that will come with the Greater Manchester Clean Air Zone.

The Greater Manchester Clean Air Zone is said to be "designed to protect everyone’s health by bringing harmful nitrogen dioxide air pollution at the roadside within legal limits as soon as possible."

While private cars, motorbikes, and mopeds won’t be affected, some vehicles that do not meet emissions standards – known as ‘non-compliant vehicles’ – will be charged to drive in the Clean Air Zone, with charges ranging from £7.50 for taxis and private hire vehicles, and £10 for vans and minibuses, all the way through to £60 for buses, coaches, and HGVs.

Daily charges will also occur for campervans and motorhomes too, depending on the tax class of the vehicle.

As much of the region has started to become more aware of the scheme since signs have gone up, and have begun to learn of the charges involved, this has thus prompted critique and generated widespread conversation on how local businesses will be affected.

It has also resulted in a petition being set up in opposition to the scheme, which has since seen over 38,000 people and counting put their names to it and Mayor Andy Burnham respond.

The petition is aiming to "stop [the scheme] in its tracks".

"Can you remember being asked by [Andy Burnham] or anyone in Greater Manchester if you wanted this? We were not. What sort of democracy is that? We need to stop this in its tracks," the person who set up the petition exclaimed.

Read more: Andy Burnham responds after petition against Clean Air Zone charge gets over 16,000 signatures

Some environmentalists, however, believe the scheme does not go far enough.

Speaking on the authority seeking the government's permission for review, Andy Burnham - Mayor of Greater Manchester - said in a statement yesterday: "Everyone in Greater Manchester deserves to breathe clean air, but we have always said this cannot be at the expense of those who cannot afford to upgrade their vehicles to make them compliant in this timeframe.

"Clean air can only be achieved by the right package of financial support to help people upgrade their vehicles, and this latest evidence highlights significant challenges in this area. We are worried about what this could mean for those businesses and individuals impacted, and their ability to upgrade as well as our ability to deliver the clean air plan.

"I want to reassure all those people who have been in touch that we are listening to you, and we will make sure your voices are heard."

He added: "We will work with Ministers and officials to share our findings, but these are matters out of our control.

"We can’t solve this in Greater Manchester - only government can."

You can find out more about the Clean Air Zone charges for different vehicles, and the financial support on offer here.

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🗣️ "Clean air can only be achieved by the right package of financial support to help people upgrade their vehicles."

🏡 GM leaders will be asked to seek the Government’s permission to pause Clean Air Zone funds pending an urgent supply chain review.

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— Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham (@MayorofGM) January 13, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/stockports-music-themed-pie-shop-is-moving-into-manchester/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 13:40:11 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262761

Stockport lockdown favourite Ate Days A Week has announced plans to move its award-winning handmade pies and Wigan kebabs to Manchester this spring.

Known for its top tier pies, fresh fish and chips and gourmet sandwiches (not to mention its infamous Wigan kebabs), the music-themed eatery has made quite a name for itself with dishes like Don't Look Back In Banger and (I Just) Died In Your Barm since launching in 2020.

It's been a meteoric rise for the brand, which quickly went from being takeaway only to opening a bricks and mortar site in a former chippy on Vernon Street in Stockport.

Now, chef-owner Andy James is moving again, this time into the city centre, having secured a site just off Albert Square to open Ate Days A Week under a new name, Come Together, continuing the Manchester music theme.

As part of the move, he'll be expanding his menu to include all-day breakfast options and Sunday roasts on the weekend - as well as delivering the dishes for which Ate Days is already known and loved.

That means the likely return of its three cheese and bone marrow burger sandwich, Live Forcheddar, and perhaps even 2021 British Pie Award winner Pie of the Tiger.

As for the existing site in Stockport, going forward this will become fully dedicated to Notion, a deep-south dive bar concept also launched by Andy this summer that sells 50p chicken wings, beers and cocktails.

Sharing the news to social media this week, Andy warned followers they were facing their last chance to get pies at the Stockport site. He said: "I think now is the right time to tell you that today is your last chance to get our incredible Award-Winning pies from our Stockport site so, we will be running limited numbers on the menu items today and we will not be on UberEats."

Explaining that the Stockport site will 'fully become Notion', he added, "this wasn't an easy decision to make but the way the last year has panned out it just makes sense".

Stating that he wanted to "move Ate Days A Week to a site that allows us to continue to push on with what we do, get bigger and better and fully flourish" he acknowledged that "location will play a vital part" whilst hinting that followers should head over to @cometogethermcr to find out more.

Ate Days A Week already sells an amazing breakfast pie (Bake Me Up Before You Go Go), which comes stuffed with Olde English sausages, bacon beans, mature cheddar cheese and a homemade hash brown inside shortcrust and puff pastries.

Now, though, chef Andy is looking to build on that with the creation of a new all-day breakfast menu in Manchester at Come Together.

Glimpses teased out on Instagram already have us very excited, showing an epic-looking fry up laden with all the essentials: fried egg, crispy bacon, fat sausages, beans, tomatoes, black pudding and homemade hash browns.

We can't wait to see what else he comes up with. To keep up to date with further developments ahead of the spring 2022 opening, make sure to follow @cometogethermcr on Instagram.

Feature image - Ate Days A Week

]]> 262761 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/8-year-old-cheshire-girl-gets-groundbreaking-new-eye-treatment-in-a-bid-to-save-her-sight/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 14:49:44 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262775

An eight-year-old Cheshire girl with a rare degenerative disease has become one of the first to receive a pioneering new treatment that will attempt to save her eyesight.

Amelia Carroll, from Poynton near Stockport, was diagnosed with CLN2 Batten disease - an incurable and fatal condition that affects roughly around 30-50 children in the UK - when she was just two.

The disease is caused by a change in a gene that is responsible for making a specific enzyme in the nervous system, and it results in seizures, a gradual decline in a child's ability to walk, speak and see, as well as progressive dementia. 

Amelia's 11-year-old brother Ollie also has the same condition, yet has sadly already lost his eyesight.

"We have watched our son Ollie go blind, and now the same is starting to happen to Amelia," mother Lucy Carroll explained, which is why her and her husband Mike decided to contribute to a fundraising campaign together with families of other children affected by the disease alongside the Battens Disease Family Association (BDFA) to help fund a world-first trail of a groundbreaking new treatment at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH).

Over £200,000 was raised through the campaign, and clinicians and researchers at GOSH and ICH say the treatment programme has the potential to transform the quality of life for children living with CLN2 Batten disease.

Amelia became one of the first children in the world to receive the treatment, and is said to already be responding to it "perfectly", CheshireLive reports.

For the past two years, enzyme replacement therapy has been used to help prevent neurological deterioration in children with CLN2 disease. The drug, called Brineura, was first approved for use on the NHS in 2019 and is administered directly into the brain by a regular infusion.

It has shown to restore enzyme activity and slow the onset of disability.

However, this infusion into the brain does not prevent children going blind, as the enzyme cannot cross the blood-retina barrier, and this means that the nerves in the eye cannot function and vision is lost, which is why clinicians and researchers at GOSH and ICH are trying a the treatment to prevent the onset of blindness instead.

To do this, GOSH said they are using the tiny amount of the drug leftover from the brain infusion and injecting it directly into the back of the eye.

The 18-month treatment trail - which is said to be being given on a compassionate use basis - hopes to prevent eyesight deterioration in children by providing the enzyme that the nerves in the back of the eye need to function.

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Ms Carroll said "to save a child's sight would be incredible", and if it does indeed work, it would "make such a big difference to Amelia's quality of life".

"We just pray it works," she added.

Speaking on the groundbreaking treatment trail, Professor Paul Gissen, from GOSH and the UCL GOS Institute of Child Health, said: "If successful, we hope our work can pave the way to saving the sight of more children with this disease to preserve their quality of life for as long as possible."

Amelia's father, Mike Carroll, said the "amazing" nurses and doctors treating his daughter were "incredible".

Featured Image - Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH)

]]> 262775 0 0 0 ]]> https://themanc.com/feature/where-to-visit-dream-the-massive-head-sculpture-that-starred-in-netflixs-stay-close/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 15:34:12 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262786

One of the most incredible settings for Netflix's recent thriller series Stay Close was an enormous sculpture of a head.

It's where a huge chunk of the action takes place, with the interior of the statue used as a secret meeting place.

Ever since the addictive series dropped on New Year's Eve, visitors have been desperate to go and see the 20 metre-tall attraction in the flesh.

The good news for us is that the striking monument isn't far from Greater Manchester.

In fact, depending on which part of the region you live in, you could be there in less than half an hour.

The sculpture, called Dream, stands just off the M62 in St Helen's, and you can actually see its massive head peeping out above the tree line.

Dream was commissioned by St Helen's Council and a community of former miners, who wanted something that marked the area's coal-mining history but looked forward to the area's future.

The end result was a 500-tonne figure of a young girl, whose eyes appear to be closed in a meditative state.

The sculpture is coated in brilliant white dolomite, chosen to contrast with the coal that was once mined from this very plot.

Dream stands on the site of the former Sutton Manor Colliery, a huge coal pit that closed down in 1991.

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The public art piece by Jaume Plensa cost around £1.8m to build.

It's had a resurgence in popularity since Stay Close aired though - Bold Parish Councillor Chris Hughes told the Manchester Evening News: "We have had a massive increase in numbers since The Dream has been on Stay Close.

"We don't normally see this amount of visitors at this time of year, since the start of January it's been so busy.

Read more: Famous films and TV shows that were shot around Manchester

"We knew there had been filming up there but I don't think any of us expected it to have quite this impact."

You can visit by parking up at the Dream car park just off Jubits Lane - though it is a small parking area.

You can then walk a circular route around the park that's around a mile long. Perfect for an easy mid-winter stroll.

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We're not sure what we thought was inside #Dream's head but it wasn't this 🤯🤣

Anyone else watching Stay Close on Netflix? #StHelens' world-renowned sculpture makes plenty of appearances.

If you're inspired to go up to visit her, please take your litter home with you 👍 pic.twitter.com/EYfv2nmNt2

— St Helens Borough Council (@sthelenscouncil) January 10, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/manchester-city-councils-new-leader-bev-craig-on-levelling-up-and-tackling-inequality/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 15:12:54 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262792

Growing up on a council estate just outside of Belfast, Manchester Councillor Bev Craig assumed everyone lived as she did - until she moved to Manchester, that is.

It's a time that she acknowledges was instrumental in shaping her worldview. A self-proclaimed socialist, she has been a key player in making Greater Manchester a real living wage city and has strong views on how to improve housing, infrastructure and investment across the ten boroughs - not just in the city centre.

First landing in Manchester as a young undergraduate student in 2003, knowing little more than what she'd seen of it on the telly, she was a self-confessed 'skint student' working all the extra hours she could find to supplement her income.

Back then, she tells us that life was 'pretty much Fallowfield, up the Oxford Road corridor and into the city centre' - quite a stretch from the life she lives in Manchester today, as the city council's first new leader in 25 years.

"I grew up thinking we lived a very normal and ordinary life," she told us during an interview for our Manc Meets series.

"I grew up on a council estate just outside of Belfast, and it wasn’t really until I moved to Manchester for university that I actually realised in life more people had money than we did growing up."

She says that a lot of her hanging out as a student was done at home, laughing as she adds there was "possibly a bit of drinking at home before going out, and probably too much junk food on the way [back]".

Keen to stress that over the years her tastes have since refined, she adds: "There's no Lambrini anymore, I’m firmly on the proper wine - I’d say the city has drastically changed and I’ve got to know the city much, much better."

As someone with close experiences with those living in poverty, she's very focused on tackling inequality in Greater Manchester within her new role.

"I want Manchester to have a really exciting and thriving economy but I want that to be inclusive. I want the growth in the city to continue, but I want all Manchester people to benefit from its successes," she tells us.

With plans that include building new social and affordable housing, taking action on the climate breakdown and delivering a net-zero carbon status for Manchester by 2038, she's got a lot to get done.

As a socialist, she says that means: "Wanting to get the best deal for Manchester and having a city where everybody can thrive, where everybody has opportunities, and where we build a more equal and fair and sustainable city."

She says: "I think sometimes the Labour Party gets a bit hung up on labels that we call ourselves, actually it’s about what you believe in and what can you do for the city."

When it comes to achieving these improvements for local people, one area in which she is particularly clear is that it isn't enough to just increase wages - but rather that introducing new terms and conditions, and ensuring good quality pay over a long period of time, is also incredibly important.

"I don’t think that the minimum wage we have in this country is enough, it’s not enough to pay your rent, to pay your bills, and to be able to actually have a life that you can enjoy."

Councillor Bev Craig

"So I’ve been a supporter over the years of the real living wage campaign but for me, that’s the start, that’s why improving the minimum level that you get paid but actually there has to be something much bigger".

As the executive member or cabinet member for adults health and wellbeing, one of the first things that she brought in was the real living wage.

As a result of this, she improved the pay for Manchester’s home care workers across the board - then, when she became deputy leader she went one step further, launching Manchester's bid to become a real living wage city.

Whilst she's clear that nobody in Manchester should be paid less than the real living wage, she adds she's also a pragmatist.

"We need to bring people with us and that, we need to bring businesses with us, the city council has been doing it for years now but we need to encourage other people to come with us," she tells us.

"We’re talking about Manchester people getting CEO jobs, working in digital and tech, working in some of our frontier economies around what are we going to do to solve climate change and the green economy, and that begins in schools, colleges, universities and the whole way through."

It all sounds a lot like the current government's 'levelling up' agenda, something Bev says 'is what we’ve been talking about as Labour politicians for a very long time'.

"It’s about tackling some of the differences in spending in the north of the country, particularly in infrastructure and investment that we see in London and the south-east," she continues.

"Yeah I’m a Labour politician, but any government of any colour, if they want to invest in the city and do the right thing we will absolutely work with them on that."

Much has also been made of the fact that Bev is the city's first-ever female leader and Manchester's first openly gay council leader - not to mention one of very few openly gay women in British politics across the board.

She acknowledges the significance of her position and says that her message to Manchester young people is 'it doesn’t matter who you are or where you’re from, you can be anything that you want to be'.

However, she also adds that she'd "like to get to the point where being a woman and being gay is like the least interesting thing about me, rather than the thing that people hone in on."

This year, she will be launching a commission around tackling misogyny and violence against women and girls in Manchester - asking people to input their views and their feelings on the matter in light of an increase in incidents since the start of the pandemic.

Acknowledging that "people perhaps still don’t feel as safe as they could be", she's also asked the council's licensing team to be working with venues, "to make sure that we’re doing as much as we can when people go and enjoy a night out."

Read more: A Bolton tattoo studio has given someone a very rude tattoo of Boris Johnson

She also tells us that "housing, homelessness and tackling some of the broader inequalities that might lead up to homelessness" are three of the key areas she’ll be looking at in the next 12 to 24 months, as well as an upcoming battle around HS2 and a big for Manchester to get its own underground railway station, akin to the London Underground.

"I’m really proud I think of the city that Manchester’s become over the last twenty years-end certainly something that gives me hope and optimism, and something I would say is the journey we’ve been on, the improvements we’ve made, that’s in no way, it’s not finished, there’s plenty more to do and there’s loads of exciting stuff I think in Manchester’s future that we’re looking forward to build."

Having only just been elected to her position at the beginning of December 2021 now is the time for her to start putting those words into action.

In what is already being dubbed the 'year of the squeeze', we think it's safe to say that the people of Manchester definitely need it.

Feature image - Manchester City Council / The Manc Group

]]> 262792 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/samaritans-is-encouraging-mancs-to-reach-out-for-a-cuppa-and-a-catch-up-this-blue-monday/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 16:11:37 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262840

Local volunteers are promoting "how powerful listening can be" by urging Mancs to stop for "a cuppa and a catch-up" this Blue Monday.

In a bid to power through the cold winter months and to provide support on what is always said to be one of the 'most depressing days of the year', Samaritans is encouraging the Greater Manchester community to reach out to someone they care about for "a cuppa and a catch-up" as part of the annual 'Brew Monday' campaign.

While the third Monday in January is widely-known to have its challenges, the charity is keen to highlight that there’s no such thing as 'Blue Monday', as people can feel a range of emotions any day of the year. 

Samaritans volunteers say they hear similar concerns all year round from those who contact the charity, with an average of 10,000 calls coming in each day.

From December 2020 - November 2021, Samaritans said that 46% of contacts that reached out for emotional support mentioned mental health and illness, 34% mentioned family, and 28% mentioned loneliness as a concern.

So, to ensure nobody struggles alone, on Brew Monday or any other day, Samaritans is reminding everyone to check in on friends, family, colleagues on 17 January.

Don't worry if you're not a big tea or coffee drinker, or you're reading this after 2022's Blue Monday has been and gone, as Samaritans stresses that the campaign is not really about that - it’s more about connecting and really listening to each other. 

"We know how powerful listening can be," said Lynn Sbaih - Branch Director at Stockport Samaritans.

"As we enter another winter in these difficult times, we are encouraging people to look out for their family, friends and work colleagues and be that listening ear that they might just need.

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"It doesn’t matter if it’s Monday morning or Thursday night, or if you’re drinking lemonade, black coffee or apple juice, if you’re sharing a cup of something and listening, you’re making a difference to someone’s day."

Stockport Samaritans will be at Stockport railway station from 7am to 9am on 17th January - known as 2022's Blue Monday - where they will be handing out teabags, talking to passengers about the importance of reaching out, and providing listening tips, while Bury Samaritans will be spreading the Brew Monday warmth with tea bag deliveries at local food banks.

Support is also available at Manchester & Salford Samaritans, Bolton Samaritans, and Rochdale Samaritans, both this Blue Monday and all year round.

"Listening helps us build relationships, be there for others, and it can save lives," Lynn added.

"Through our event, we hope that we can help more people to support others who may need a listening ear."

You can join the conversation using #BrewMonday, and find more information here.

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📢 Pop the kettle on, crack open the biscuits, and reach for your favourite mug because there's only ONE WEEK until #BrewMonday 📢

Brew Monday is a great opportunity to reach out to a loved one for a cuppa and a catch-up 💚 Find out more ☕ https://t.co/CrnHlFEUas pic.twitter.com/HP8Z7At4kz

— Samaritans (@samaritans) January 10, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/trending/senior-labrador-with-the-sweetest-face-goes-viral-on-twitter-in-her-hunt-for-a-forever-home/ Sat, 15 Jan 2022 09:20:28 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262892

A senior labrador in Manchester is looking for her forever home - and the internet has gone wild for her.

Doreen is a 10-year-old labrador retriever currently living in Dogs Trust kennels while she waits to be rehomed.

The charity says she's the 'sweetest' dog, whose 'tail hasn't stopped wagging' since she arrived into their care.

Doreen, who is deaf, apparently also loves to carry a tennis ball around with her when she's not snoozing on a comfy bed.

The sweet old hound has 'ongoing medical issues' and needs her new family to work on their doggy hand signals to communicate with her.

She also needs a home where she's the only dog, and can only live with children aged 11 or older.

Since photos of her were shared on Twitter, the internet has gone into a spin, with thousands falling in love with the pooch.

One person wrote: "Bless her. The sweetest face. Needs a loving home"

Someone else said: "I need someone to adopt Doreen because I can't but I love her so much!"

Another posted: "Hope someone can take on this poor girl. The oldies really are the best and they deserve love and a home in their later years."

Several people commented on her gorgeous dark eyes and her adorable face.

Doreen's profile on the Dogs Trust website says: "She is super friendly with everyone she meets and is always wanting to say hello and have a little fuss!

"Her tail hasn't stopped wagging since being in our care and she is always such a happy little girl who loves to snooze on a comfy bed after a gentle potter around, she is playful and loves to carry around tennis balls and potter after them if you roll them in front of her, she has also enjoyed meeting other dogs here at the centre that she can enjoy a nice gentle stroll with!

Read more: Samaritans is encouraging Mancs to reach out for ‘a cuppa and a catch-up’ this Blue Monday

"Doreen does have some ongoing medical issues that will involve costs for potential adopters that they will need to be comfortable with.

"Doreen really is a super gentle natured girl who is melting the hearts of everyone here at the centre, she is such a happy and loving girl and cant wait to find a home with a comfy bed, a few tennis balls to play with and plenty of cuddles to give."

The shelter has said that Doreen is meeting with a potential new family this weekend - let's keep our fingers crossed for this sweet girl.

You can view her profile at dogstrust.org.uk and make a donation the charity too.

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]]> 262892 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/how-to-reach-out-and-where-to-get-help-in-greater-manchester-this-blue-monday/ Mon, 17 Jan 2022 14:50:06 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262906

Today is what is known as 'Blue Monday'.

If you're unfamiliar with the concept, it was first coined by physiologist Cliff Arnall back in 2004 and it suggests that the third Monday of every January is "the most depressing day of the year", with a theory that essentially claims that this is the time of year when we’re all cold, broke, and riddled with guilt that our New Year’s resolutions to get fit, drink less alcohol, and be a better human being, have fallen by the wayside.

It’s certainly been met with its skeptics over the years for a number of reasons, with emotional support charity Samaritans particularly keen to highlight that there's no such thing and that people can feel a range of emotions any day of the year. 

Samaritans volunteers say they hear similar concerns all year round from those who contact the charity, with an average of 10,000 calls coming in each day.

But of course, in 2022, we're also dealing with the emergence of another COVID variant nearly two years after life was flipped on its head and the country was placed into the first national lockdown on top of those annual January difficulties, so there's a good chance some people may be feeling the strain of today a little more than they may do others.

Read more: Samaritans is encouraging Mancs to reach out for ‘a cuppa and a catch-up’ this Blue Monday

Recent studies by leading mental health charity MIND have revealed that more than half of adults (60%), and over two thirds of young people (68%), said their mental health has deteriorated during one of the many lockdowns and throughout the course of the COVID-19 pandemic.

This is why we must not ignore the core of what 'Blue Monday' is about, whether or not it's real or just a myth.

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Are you keen to reach out to someone, but aren’t so sure on how to start a conversation?

We know that talking about mental health is not always easy.

But starting a conversation doesn’t have to be awkward, and being there for someone can make a huge difference.

While it’s true that there is no right way to talk about mental health, and just the act of starting a conversation itself could have a significant impact on someone who needs it, that doesn’t mean we’re always confident approaching the subject, so we’ve rounded up five top tips to guide you and make sure you’re lending a hand in a helpful way. 

Check them out here.

Are you struggling with your mental health?

If you or anyone you know is struggling right now, please know that you are never alone and there are many different places you can reach out to for support right here in Greater Manchester.

Suffering in silence never need be the way.

• Manchester Mind - An organisation that has supported people in Manchester for over 30 years. Most services are now available over the phone, by email or video call. The number is 0161 769 5732 and the opening hours are Monday – Friday, 10am -2pm.
• The GM Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust – The local NHS helpline is open 24/7 which you can call any time, day or night, if you feel your mental health is beginning to suffer: 0800 953 0285.
• Andy’s Man Club - A group dedicated to starting conversations about mental health, assuring people that it’s ok to talk. You can contact them by email on: info@andysmanclub.co.uk.
• CALM - The Campaign Against Living Miserably supports people via phone and webchat. You can call 0800 58 58 58 or speak to a support worker online. Open 5pm – midnight.
• Samaritans - The Manchester & Salford Samaritans offer emotional support by telephone and email. The phone lines and email support are available 24/7. Call 116 123 or visit the website.

Another great resource we recommend checking out is Manchester’s very own Feel Good Club.

The movement - which started humbly as an Instagram page, filled with uplifted messages and top tips by founders Kiera and Aimie Lawlor-Skillen - is aimed at normalising the stigma around mental health, and has since flourished into a successful online platform and a wellbeing-focused cafe in the heart of the Northern Quarter.

Read more: Why following Feel Good Club is the biggest favour you can do yourself this ‘Blue Monday’

The Manc Group is also here to help too.

There are real people behind our platforms, and our DMs are always open, so we encourage you to drop us a message should you ever need a chat and we will be more than happy to help point you in the right direction towards the best help possible.

And remember, no matter how many times it may have been said before, it cannot be said enough - it’s okay not to be okay, and your emotions are always valid.

We got this, Manchester.

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You might hear a lot about the myth of #BlueMonday today. But depression doesn't care what day it is. If you need support, today or any day, we're here for you.

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There, we said it, Blue Monday is a load of...*coughs* biscuits anyone? 👀🍪

So we say out with the blue and in with the brew! Today on #BrewMonday, we’re reminding everyone to reach out for a cuppa and a catch-up with the people you care about ☕ pic.twitter.com/n7QugLARWc

— Samaritans (@samaritans) January 17, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/police-disperse-large-scale-fight-in-piccadilly-gardens-where-children-pelted-officers-with-missiles/ Mon, 17 Jan 2022 09:09:34 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262918

Greater Manchester Police revealed it dispersed a "large scale fight" involving more than 100 young people in Manchester city centre last Friday.

Giving further insight into the nature of the event, GMP explained in a statement that officers were called to the city centre hub of Piccadilly Gardens at 5pm last night (Friday 14 January), where there had been reports by members of the public of a disturbance involving a large number of young people.

When officers arrived at the scene, they found that a group of around 100 young people - mostly school children - were fighting.

GMP said that during the incident, a number of missiles were thrown at officers, and that some specialist police equipment had also been damaged beyond repair.

A 16-year-old was arrested on suspicion of affray, and has been released under investigation.

Following the event, GMP confirmed that from 5:30pm on Friday 14 January, a Section 35 Dispersal Order was put in place on Piccadilly Gardens and the surrounding area for 48 hours - which has now been lifted after it ended at the same time yesterday evening (Sunday 16 January).

This order allowed officers the power to "direct anyone within that public place to leave".

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Photo and video footage from the scene as it happened has been widely shared on social media over the weekend.

"This kind of anti-social behaviour, which caused a huge amount of disruption for members of the public trying to get home on a Friday, as well as businesses, will not be tolerated," said Superintendent Helen Critchley from GMP's City of Manchester District.

"I acknowledge that a lot of those involved are young, and may have been easily swept up in what was happening, however due to the disruption caused, we will be working to identify all those involved using CCTV as well as officer's body worn video footage, and hold them accountable.

"It's worth noting that a number of those involved were wearing school uniform at the time."

GMP is urging anyone who know may have seen anything that could help with its enquiries, or potentially have CCTV or DashCam footage of the area at the time, to get in touch quoting log number 2054 of 14/01/22.

You can do so either via LiveChat on the GMP website, or call 101.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

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#INCIDENT | Last night, GMP officers dispersed a large scale fight in #Manchester City Centre, involving around 100 young people, including many in school uniform. You can read more on the incident here: 👉 https://t.co/xHj3RqHhW9 pic.twitter.com/yd5JDBAhCb

— Greater Manchester Police (@gmpolice) January 15, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/trending/people-are-making-a-heartwarming-observation-about-bezs-performance-on-dancing-on-ice/ Mon, 17 Jan 2022 14:46:23 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262943

Sunday night saw the return of Dancing on Ice, and what will surely be one of the maddest TV moments of 2022. 

Manchester icon Bez took to the rink wearing a melon helmet for his ice skating debut on the hit ITV series - and people loved it. 

The Happy Mondays star is the first contestant in the show’s history to wear a crash helmet for his performance. 

He arrived onto the set riding a giant pair of maracas and proceeded to cautiously wobble around to Step On with his professional partner Angela Eagan and a gang of dancing watermelon slices.

While viewers labelled it ‘the most joyful thing’ and called for Bez to win the competition, the judges weren’t such fans, scoring the dancer a measly 12.5 out of a possible 40. 

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But one observation that people kept making last night was a surprisingly heartwarming one - and it’s to do with his best mate and bandmate Shaun Ryder. 

The lead singer of Happy Mondays, who also stars on Celebrity Gogglebox with Bez, was spotted in the audience loudly cheering his pal on.

One person said: “Honestly, the friendship between Shaun Ryder & Bez thaws my cold, dead heart. The love between them is the nicest thing to see.”

Someone else commented: "Shaun Ryder cheering Bez on dancing on ice. He was like a proud parent on the side of a football pitch."

Another tweet reads: "Seeing Shaun Ryder cheering Bez on as if he was performing at Wembley Stadium was oddly heartwarming."

Read more: Where to visit Dream, the massive head sculpture that starred in Netflix’s Stay Close

One person was so excited by the whole bizarre clip they called for Bez to be the new PM, posting: "Bez for Prime Minister. Padded up with a melon helmet and Shaun Ryder shouting CALL THE COPS from the audience is the best thing I’ve ever seen."

One Twitter user wrote: "Watched Dancing On Ice just for Bez and he did not disappoint, between him and Shaun Ryder they have like one working brain cell and I’m living for it."

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Just catching up on Dancing on Ice and Bez from Happy Mondays wearing a watermelon crash helmet and skating really badly to Step On whilst Shaun Ryder shouts support from the crowd is THE most joyful thing I have seen so far this year. pic.twitter.com/jJTBWfJ5Rx

— Amanda (@Pandamoanimum) January 16, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/celebrity-chef-simon-rimmer-is-opening-a-new-greens-restaurant-in-sale/ Mon, 17 Jan 2022 15:21:53 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262944

Longstanding West Didsbury vegetarian haunt Greens is opening a second restaurant in Sale, its owners have revealed.

The restaurant's co-owners, celebrity TV chef Simon Rimmer and Simon Connolly, shared the news to social media over the weekend - posting images of their new site in Sale and of them celebrating the new opening over a glass of fizz.

Sharing the news to Twitter, celebrity chef Rimmer wrote: “so yesterday @SimonConnolly9 and I signed the lease on a new site for @greensveggie - 31 years since we opened site 1….site 3 coming 2053!”

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A fixture in the south Manchester suburb for over three decades, Greens vegetarian restaurant was a trailblazer in its time - and remains so today, as the oldest surviving veggie restaurant in Manchester. 

The pair initially met as co-workers in another Didsbury eatery (neither was the chef – one was a waiter, the other worked front-of-house), but after opening Greens neither looked back. 

They have been proudly ‘terrifying carnivores’ ever since, according to the tongue-in-cheek restaurant strapline.

Their new Greens restaurant will open in Stanley Square, joining the likes of Sale Foodhall, southern Italian pasta kitchen Sugo and newcomer Petisco, as part of the old sixties shopping precinct’s ambitious new regeneration project. 

Details are yet to be revealed on the opening date and menu, but it's likely the kitchen will follow a similar format to create menus similar to those at the existing restaurant on Lapwing Lane.

Greens first began life in 1990 when now-celebrity TV chef Simon Rimmer and his friend, Simon Connolly, set their sites on the Lapwing Lane cafe during an afternoon spent ‘putting the world to rights over a Nepalese curry and a beverage or two.’

It has since become a staple for veggies and vegans across Manchester, with many people travelling just to dine at the restaurant.

After all, there might be lots of vegan restaurants in Manchester nowadays but there still aren't that many places dedicated to serving veggies - a group that feels very strongly about good cheese, for one.

When the pair first launched Greens in the nineties, they championed what they called ‘magpie cuisine’.

In the restaurant's own words, this meant “shamelessly stealing from cultures across the world to develop dishes that are defined not by a negative absence of meat, but by the positive inclusion of fantastic ingredients and flavours that happen to be purely vegetarian.”

Things have moved on since then, both in the restaurant and across the city. To be vegetarian-only is no longer a shocking concept and the options for plant-based meat alternatives are much greater than it was thirty years ago.

As such, to neglect vegetarians - and, even more noticeably, vegans - in Manchester is to be very much behind the times nowadays.

Read more: Veganuary: where to go in Manchester for top vegan food in January 2022

Greens cater to both very well. A sample a la carte menu is packed with the ultimate veggie indulgence, cheese (feta, halloumi, burrata, gorgonzola all appear), but there's also plenty of plant protein for vegans, like tofu, falafel and red lentils.

Stand-out dishes for us include the veggie black pudding, mustard mayo, (£4.50 and ve), deep-fried oyster mushrooms, pancakes, spring onion, cucumber, plum sauce (£7.25, or available as a main for £13, ve), and the burrata, salted caramel pecan vinaigrette, pomegranate (£8.50).

As for desserts, think chocolate and avocado mousse with poached pear (ve), sticky toffee pudding (ve), and a white chocolate cheesecake served with blueberries and vanilla syrup.

That said, all is yet to be revealed at the new site - and there could well be a new menu landing there when it opens too.

Whether you're a 'confirmed meat eater' like Simon Rimmer, or dedicated to a plant-based diet, there's a lot to get excited about here - that's for certain.

To keep up with further updates, make sure to follow Greens on Instagram here.

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so yesterday @SimonConnolly9 and I signed the lease on a new site for @greensveggie - 31 years since we opened site 1….site 3 coming 2053! pic.twitter.com/fHCh2p40F3

— simonrimmer (@simonrim) January 15, 2022]]>

Not a veggie but most likeable chef must go to @simonrim and the most patient chef must go to @SimonConolly9 good luck guys

— Adam Rozniakowski (@AdamRozniakows1) January 15, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/trending/a-four-day-working-week-is-currently-being-trialled-in-the-uk/ Mon, 17 Jan 2022 15:16:37 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262965

A trial that’s giving employees the chance to work just four-days a week is currently being trialled at some companies across the UK.

It may sound a little too good to be true, but it’s not.

This six-month pilot programme is being performed by 4 Day Week Global, along with think tank Autonomy, the 4 Day Week UK campaign, and researchers from Cambridge University, Oxford University, and Boston College, and as part of the trial, employees at each of the companies signed-up to take part will work for just 80% of their normal contracted work week at 100% of their pay for the sole purpose of monitoring the impact it has on productivity, as well as staff welfare.

It’s called the ‘100:80:100’ model - you will get paid for 100% of your work, but for it to be fair, the catch is that you must agree to work at 100% productivity.

Participating businesses and companies will receive support from those organising the trial, and that includes access to experts and pioneers within the field, mentoring, and research by top academics.

The plan is to get 30 businesses on board, and mirror some of the successful programmes that have already been carried out, and are planned elsewhere in the world this year.

Once the six-month trial is complete, the programme organisers will take a look at the project as a whole, crunch the numbers, and attempt to ascertain what effect the four-day working week had on productivity for the businesses involved, as well as the wellbeing of its workers, and the impact on the environment and gender equality.

Other studies in the past claim to have found that a four-day week is better for both productivity and worker wellbeing, but there is undoubtedly more research to be done, and that’s what this trail is aiming to do.

Speaking on the trial, Joe O’Connor - Pilot Programme Manager for 4 Day Week Global - said: "More and more businesses are moving to productivity focused strategies to enable them to reduce worker hours without reducing pay [and] we are excited by the growing momentum and interest in our pilot program and in the four-day week more broadly.

"The four-day week challenges the current model of work and helps companies move away from simply measuring how long people are ‘at work’, to a sharper focus on the output being produced. 

"2022 will be the year that heralds in this bold new future of work."

"This scheme has tremendous potential to progress from conversations about the general advantages of a shorter working week to focussed discussions on how organisations can implement it in the best possible way," added Brendan Burchill, from Autonomy.

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]]> 262965 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/the-north-south-divide-in-the-uk-is-worsening-despite-levelling-up-promises-new-report-claims/ Mon, 17 Jan 2022 16:46:20 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262995

A new report has claimed that the regional divide in the UK is now wider than ever, despite a 'levelling up' rhetoric from the Government.

The State of the North report has found that patterns of centralisation are intensifying, and funds like the Levelling Up Fund 'don't go far enough'.

The report was published by IPPR North, the northern arm of the Institute for Public Policy Research think tank.

It claims that regional divides - not just between the north and south - are worsening.

It authors estimate that in the five years to 2019/20, London received the equivalent of £12,147 per person, compared to just £8,125 per person in the north.

Key points from the report state that parts of the country are lagging behind when it comes to jobs, net zero, and education and skills thanks to the 'gap between promises and reality on levelling up'.

Several of the funds promised have been delayed, watered down, and or are worth 'less than the fund it replaces'.

The IPPR North report states: "Two years on from the UK government's promise to level up, the rhetoric has reached fever pitch, but its definition and the policies to deliver it remain elusive.

"The UK is more regionally divided than ever, and we see patterns of centralisation intensifying. This benefits no region and perpetuates a highly extractive economic model."

It has found that there are 'significant gaps between productivity, earnings and access to good jobs' when comparing the north of England to other parts of the country.

The report also claims that the region is 'held back from shaping its own net zero future' despite generating more than 50 per cent of England's renewable energy.

When it comes to education, IPPR North states that there is a 'large attainment gap' at every level, a 'crucial' step in achieving a Levelling Up ambition.

Read more: A four-day working week is currently being trialled in the UK

It says: "While government policy on levelling up has remained underwhelming, we find reason for optimism.

"The report shows that across the North's institutions and people at all levels - combined authorities, mayors, councils and community groups - are already doing the things needed to level up.

"These examples of northern excellence are wide ranging and show a clear ambition to generate better economic outcomes, create a healthier low-carbon future and give people the skills they need to access new opportunities."

You can read the full report here.

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]]> 262995 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/a-flashback-festival-full-of-90s-and-00s-dance-music-is-kick-starting-summer-in-manchester/ Mon, 17 Jan 2022 16:08:50 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262996

Are you only a fan of tunes from a couple of decades back? Does current chart music just not cut it for you compared to the nostalgic tracks from the past?

Well, 90s kids, 00s lovers, dance floor heroes, and underground clubbers, it's time to go back to that time you love so much as there's a brand-new music festival that's bringing "timeless tunes and fresh vibes" to the masses at a yet-to-be-announced location in Manchester to kick-start the summer season.

Flashback Festival is Manchester's only outdoor festival celebrating the best dance music from the 90s and 00s.

Although we can't tell you too much about the lineup and location of the unmissable event just yet, what we can tell you is that some of the biggest names from dance music across the globe, some chart-topping local throwbacks, and some of the elite North West residents from over the years will be gathering in the city for one-day-only this May.

They'll be blasting out all the "old skool anthems" you know and love at what is set to be the hottest festival this summer, come rain or shine.

There'll be over 60 artists on the lineup, spread across five stages.

The 'Main Stage' will be a huge open-air outdoor stage with SFX, laser shows, and pyrotechnics, and there'll be huge big top arena featuring a well-known national brand that fills up clubs and dance floors every week.

No matter what it is that you're in to - whether it be euphoric trance and Clubland Classics, to retro house, garage, jungle, hardcore, and just about everything in between - the organisers of Flashback Festival have assured music-lovers that the "jaw-dropping" lineup of headliners and pioneers will showcase a full spectrum of dance music royalty from the past 30 years.

And the music is only part of what makes this festival an unmissable event too.

As there's also set to be a VIP bar and plenty of different fairground rides spread across the dedicated 'Festival Village', as well as an official after party on the cards, and lots more exciting things to be announced over the coming months.

Flashback Festival is coming to Manchester on Saturday 21 May 2022, and you can sign-up to be the first to learn about lineups and grab tickets when they go on sale here.

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The RSPCA is looking for volunteers to lend a hand in looking after its cats, rabbits, and more across Greater Manchester.

If you’ve ever wished that cuddling and caring for animals could be a hobby for you, then that could actually be a reality in 2022, as now that a new year is here, a number of volunteer roles have become available at the Manchester and Salford branch of the RSPCA.

In 2021 alone, the team had 624 animals admitted into their care, and saw 503 animals rehomed - 259 cats, 117 rabbits, and 127 smalls.

And you could be a valuable part of that rehoming process this year.

While the Eccles Road-based centre - which opened its doors back in July 2019 - may be a local branch of the RSPCA, it is also a separately-registered charity too - which means that it is required to raise all of its own funds to operate, and also relies on the help of volunteers for things such as cleaning and spending some quality time with the rescued animals to socialise them, so that once they get adopted, they'll be more familiar with human company.

So, if you’ve got a bit of free time on your hands, and you’re looking to do a good deed, then these roles would be perfect for animal lovers.

No matter whether you’re looking to help out during the week or at weekends, or whether you’re flexible with your time and commitments, or you have a full time job, there’ll be an opportunity to suit you.

Volunteers will undertake comprehensive training.

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An advertisement for the volunteer positions by RSPCA Manchester & Salford reads: “Join our wonderful team of volunteers at our small animal centre in Salford.

"We are looking for folks who can commit to a weekly slot (a couple of roles are available fortnightly) for at least the next three months, and this is because a lot of time is taken training volunteers and so temporary placements are not manageable for us."

For “insurance reasons”, RSPCA Manchester & Salford says it is looking for volunteers who are over 18 years of age, and and if you have any cats/dogs/rabbits or ferrets in your home, then they would need to be up to date with their vaccinations 

This is said to be “for everyone’s safety”.

The roles on offer are:

• Cattery Cleaning: 8:30am/9am start on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, either weekly or fortnightly.
• Small Animal Room Cleaning: Start between 8:30am - 10am on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays.
• Cat Socialising: Anytime from 1pm until 4pm on Mondays - Fridays.
• Rabbit Socialising: Anytime from 12:30pm until 4pm, seven days a week.

Fancy it then?

If you would like to join the volunteer team at RSPCA Manchester & Salford and help the animals, then you can email adoptions@rspca-manchesterandsalford.org.uk for more information.

Donations to RSPCA Manchester & Salford can be made here, and you can find more information about the centre here.

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]]> 263030 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/a-new-exhibition-shining-a-light-on-the-history-of-womens-football-is-opening-in-manchester/ Mon, 17 Jan 2022 16:52:51 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263047

A brand-new exhibition that’s shining a light on and charting the history of women's football is coming to Manchester city centre.

To help kick off a summer-long celebration of the beautiful game as Manchester prepares to play its part as one of nine host cities for UEFA Women's EURO 2022 tournament matches, Manchester City Council is teaming up with the National Football Museum to uncover more of the hidden history of women's football in what will take a closer look at the game - which was first played professionally 141 years ago - and its players, and communities.

As well as recording more of the stories of the pioneering women and girls involved, and tracing the roots of the women's game from its early nineteenth century beginnings, through to the 21st century, a unique “contemporary collecting” project is also planned.

The ‘Football Heritage Collection’ project will see volunteers go out into local communities to speak with people and collect their memories and stories about the game and the women involved, along with any artefacts relating to the game or the women who played it. 

The project will work directly with community and grassroots partners, and will be accompanied by interactive sessions and resource packs about the history and importance of the women's game, as well as family activities in the fan-zones.

A selection of the objects, oral histories, and stories that are collected will be showcased on the National Football Museum website.

Manchester City Council and the National Football Museum hope this project will help reveal even more insights into the long tradition of women's football in Manchester - which dates from humble origins, through to the great Manchester Corinthians' ground-breaking international tours in the 1950s, and right up to the present-day era, led by Manchester City Women and a growing number of female clubs, teams, and coaches. 

The National Football Museum says it has been improving its representation of women’s football across its collections and exhibitions over the past few years, and this brand-new large-scale exhibition will add to that.

Aiming to celebrate and document the history of the women's game, the exhibition will go on display at the museum from June - December, as the city prepares to welcome the UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 tournament. 

It will be supported by an exciting range of activities and events to celebrate and capture the tournament.

Speaking ahead of the exhibition’s opening next month, Belinda Scarlett - Women’s Football Curator at the National Football Museum - said: "From the Manchester Corinthians' ground-breaking international tours in the 1950s, to being home to two WSL teams and grassroots teams like Manchester Laces, Manchester has played an important role in the history and development of the women’s game.

"The National Football Museum has been improving its representation of women’s football across its collections and exhibitions over the past few years, culminating in our exhibition to celebrate the UEFA Women’s Euros 2022."

“We're thrilled to be working with our UEFA Women’s EURO Host City partners and The National Lottery Heritage Fund on this unique programme,” said Baroness Sue Campbell - UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 Board Member and Director of Women’s Football.

“Together we will bring to the fore incredible stories of the pioneers of women’s football who have helped shape the women’s game we have today. 

"The programme will also capture and tell, for generations to come, the profiles and stories of current and future England players, ensuring fans are better informed than ever before [and] with the UEFA Women’s EURO coming to England this summer, this really is the time to celebrate our past and look forward to a very exciting future.”

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]]> 263047 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/ricky-gervais-and-netflix-have-donated-an-after-life-bench-to-a-manchester-park/ Mon, 17 Jan 2022 16:58:22 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263060

Netflix has donated dozens of wooden park benches right across the UK, including one here in Manchester.

The streaming platform has partnered with CALM, the charity that ‘Campaigns Against Living Miserably’, to create spaces for people to reflect.

The move comes off the back of the release of the third season of Ricky Gervais’s After Life.

In the hit series, the park bench in the local graveyard is where some of the most pivotal scenes take place. 

It’s where Tony, played by Gervais, goes to speak to his fellow grieving friend Anne. 

25 similar benches, each engraved with the words ‘Hope is everything’, have been gifted to local councils and are being placed in parks nationwide. 

One of the After Life benches has been placed in Wythenshawe Park in our hometown. 

CALM said: “We know talking to someone you trust really can help. 

“Opening up about to your mates or family is not an easy thing to do. But starting that conversation can be the start of getting the support you need. 

“By helping them better understand and support you, you’re giving you – and them – the best chance of doing that.

“We know benches are a place where you can reflect, talk to someone, sit shoulder to shoulder with someone and get things off your chest. 

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“So we’ve worked with Netflix to put benches in parks across the country – inscribed with that crucial line from the show, “Hope is everything” –  to help people have those conversations and to show it’s normal to have those feelings.”

Ricky added: “I don’t think any harm can come from discussing taboo subjects – if we don’t, they stay taboo because people are scared to talk about them. 

Read more: Where to visit Dream, the massive head sculpture that starred in Netflix’s Stay Close

“After Life let people talk about grief, and it was so good to start the conversation.”

The full map of bench locations can be seen here. 

CALM is urging people who need confidential, practical and free support after loss and grief to call their helpline on 0800 58 58 58 or through through webchat.

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Together with @theCALMzone, #AfterLife & @NetflixUK have donated 25 benches to councils around the UK. Visit CALM for more info https://t.co/mRPdRztLP5 #AfterLife3 HOPE IS EVERYTHING

— Ricky Gervais (@rickygervais) January 17, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/two-men-charged-with-the-murder-of-missing-failsworth-man-ashley-walsh/ Tue, 18 Jan 2022 08:26:08 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263091

Greater Manchester Police has confirmed this morning that two men have been charged with the murder of a missing Oldham man.

In a statement released this morning, the force revealed that 33-year-old Aaron Evitt of Brentnor Road, Manchester, and 45-year-old Gerrard McGlacken of Kintore Walk, Manchester, have both been charged with the murder of 34-year-old Ashley Walsh from the Failsworth area of Oldham.

The pair have been remanded in custody to appear at Manchester Magistrates' Court this morning (18 January 2022).

Ashley Walsh was last seen on Kintore Walk at around 11pm on the 7 January 2022.

Officers then later found a body - which has since been formally-identified as Ashley's - in a wooded area of Sandhills Park in Collyhurst.

Ashley's next of kin have been informed.

A 30-year-old woman has also been arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice, but GMP confirmed that she has since been released on bail.

Greater Manchester Police is urging anyone with information that may be of importance to contact police on 0161 856 6377 quoting log number 1819 of the 12 January 2022, or information can also be reported online or by using the Live Chat function at www.gmp.police.uk.

If you can't report online, you can call 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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]]> 263091 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/man-sentenced-after-randomly-stabbing-five-people-in-manchester-arndale-in-2019/ Tue, 18 Jan 2022 09:32:04 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263107

Greater Manchester Police has confirmed that a man who lunged at five people with a knife when running through Manchester Arndale in October 2019 has been given a hospital order under the Mental Health Act.

In a statement released by the force yesterday, GMP explained that 43-year-old Raphael Chevelleau - who lived in Blackley, Manchester - was arrested by officers responding to reports of multiple people being stabbed at the shopping centre on the morning of Friday 11 October 2019.

Chevelleau had initially been held under the Terrorism Act following the incident, but was deemed by medical specialists to be initially unfit for interview and has been in a secure hospital under Mental Health Act ever since.

Detectives from Counter Terrorism Policing North West found no ideological motive for the attacks, but were however authorised to charge Chevelleau for three counts of wounding with intent and two counts of attempted wounding, with extensive CCTV enquiries eventually forming a sequence of Chevelleau's movements that morning.

Giving further insights into his movements, GMP revealed he began at a local store in Blackley where he purchased a knife for £1.50, before putting in his coat pocket and heading towards the nearest bus stop.

After exiting the bus at Shudehill, Chevelleau went across to the Arndale where he walked through the shopping centre to the toilets to dispose of the packaging for the knife and return to the mall, before proceeding to go on a 90-second rampage where he first attacked a man in his 50s and subsequently inflicted injuries on four women aged between 19 and 49.

Thankfully, GMP said none of the injuries were life-threatening, but the man has since had his use of his right-hand severely affected, and all the victims had to be offered support for any psychological harm caused as a result of the attacks.

After pleading guilty at an earlier hearing, Chevelleau was eventually sentenced yesterday to a hospital order at Manchester Crown Court for three offences of wounding with intent, and two offences of attempted wounding.

The court heard that Chevelleau - who was a regular cannabis user - suffers from a schizophrenic illness, which has been resistant to treatment.

He was admitted to hospital in 2006 for a psychiatric illness, while his mother said he was diagnosed in prison with schizophrenia when he was 21, and a consultant forensic psychiatrist had previously told the court he thought it was "highly unlikely" Chevelleau would have committed the offences if he had not been suffering from schizophrenia.

He said there was "a wealth of evidence" that - unknown to medical practitioners and family members - his mental state deteriorated ahead of the stabbings.

Despite being arrested under counter-terrorism legislation due to the nature of the incident and comments made during his arrest, CTPNW investigators said they did not find evidence of an ideological motive.

Detectives said they spoke to over 160 witnesses to compile enough evidence to compel Chevelleau to plead guilty to all five stabbings and be sentenced to a hospital order under section 37 of the Mental Health Act subject to restrictions under section 41 of the Mental Health Act.

"This was a shocking and unprovoked attack and the Crown Prosecution Services thoughts remain with the victims and those directly affected by the actions of Mr Chevelleau," said Nick Price - Head of the CPS Counter-Terrorism Division - following the sentencing.

"I am pleased that Mr Chevelleau has taken responsibility for his actions through his guilty pleas and that as such the victims and other witnesses who have provided statements are not required to give evidence in court.

"The sentence imposed by the court today reflects the seriousness of Mr Chevelleau’s actions and the level of danger he poses to the public."

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]]> 263107 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/a-manchester-bus-driver-who-was-sacked-for-being-too-short-has-been-reinstated/ Tue, 18 Jan 2022 10:37:18 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263102

A long-serving Manchester bus driver who lost her job for being "too short" to safely drive has now been reinstated.

57-year-old Tracey Scholes has been working at Manchester’s Queen’s Road bus depot since 1987 and was one of the first female bus drivers in the city, but was dismissed back in November 2021 after 34 years behind the wheel when operator Go North West Ltd introduced a new bus model that she was deemed unfit to drive.

Scholes - who stands at 5ft tall - was told she did not have the "capability" to drive the new buses due to adjustments to the vehicles’ wing mirrors and assault screens.

The new dimensions meant that Scholes would need to lean back to use the mirrors, leaving her unable to reach the pedals.

Back in December, trade union Unite claimed bosses at Go North West ruled that because Scholes no longer had the "capability" to safely drive their buses, they instead offered her an alternative role at the company, but for less hours and pay - and it was this offer that she declined the offer before being given 12 weeks notice.

A Go North West spokesperson told The Guardian that the company had "no choice" but to dismiss Scholes.

They said "numerous proposals to accommodate" her had been rejected.

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"The design of the mirrors on our buses was agreed after consultation with Unite some time ago," the Go North West rep said.

"All our other drivers of similar height to Tracey are able to view them safely. Dedicated, experienced, hardworking bus drivers are difficult to find and so we would never act lightly in a situation like this.

"We are sorry that we were left with no choice but to bring this driver’s employment to an end."

After being handed her notice, Scholes made a desperate appeal for her job on 11 January - which went on to drum up plenty of local and national support, as well as an online petition calling for her to be reinstated with no loss of pay or hours that was eventually signed by over 25,000

Read more: 24,000 sign petition to reinstate Manchester bus driver sacked for being 'too short'

Supporters described Scholes as "instrumental in paving the way for other women to take up positions within the passenger sector", and a "hardworking, loved and valued member… who deserves to be commended for her years of service to the traveling public of Greater Manchester".

And now, following her appeal, the bus firm has said that Scholes has been reinstated.

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Unite North West has called this "an important victory for the whole movement".

Speaking of Scholes' win, Sharon Graham - General Secretary of Unite - added: "Tracey Scholes is back in the driving seat where she belongs. 

"Tracey's supporters have good reason to celebrate. Go Ahead have finally come to their senses and agreed to Unite's demand for Tracey's hours and pay to be protected [so] it is a great victory and a testimony to Tracey’s spirit, and the solidarity of all her union colleagues, to secure this change of mind by her Go Ahead employers."

She continued: "As the first woman bus driver at the Manchester depot, with 34 years unblemished service, Tracey deserved to be treated with dignity. 

"It's terrific news that she can continue to drive her bus."

Scholes will now drive the 52 bus route, and will be paid for a guaranteed 25 hours a week.

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BREAKING 🚨🚌🚨: Tracey Scholes - the bus driver who was facing the sack for being too short - has just WON her appeal against her dismissal.

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⚠️ BREAKING NEWS: Tracey Scholes has won her appeal for unfair dismissal ⚠️

An important victory for the whole movement ✊ pic.twitter.com/WCfimcFOyk

— Unite North West (@Unite_NorthWest) January 17, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/chorlton-restaurant-hits-out-at-customer-who-left-1-star-review-despite-not-turning-up/ Tue, 18 Jan 2022 11:00:17 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263112

Chorlton bar and restaurant The Laundrette has hit out at a customer who left it a 1-star review on TripAdvisor, despite not turning up for her booking.

The customer, who was unhappy at being charged a £60 'no-show' fee after she 'forgot' to cancel her booking at the busy eatery over Christmas, made her feelings known on the public review site in a long rant.

Revealing that she also works in the hospitality industry and 'understand it's their policy to debit a table that hasn't shown up, and they were just following procedure', she went on to say that she still felt she should be issued a refund.

After her card was debited, she had emailed the restaurant to 'explain the circumstances' and after twelve days had still not heard back on her request - leading her to take to TripAdvisor to make her feelings known more publicly.

The customer, going under the name Lauren B, said that she works in an independent restaurant in Chorlton and had booked a family meal at The Laundrette on 30 December 2021 in advance.

On the day, however, she says a couple of her family members were taken ill with Covid and she herself was being asked to go into work to cover for her head chef, who had also tested positive with the virus.

Saying that she 'may have forgotten to cancel', she goes on to appeal for some sort of solidarity in her bid for a refund, making comparisons with her own workplace saying: "At my restaurant we wouldn’t just bill the card payer and not display any sympathy to the circumstances.

"It’s unprecedented times for everyone at the moment, but especially the hospitality industry, and I know that we have barely made it through this festive period due to staff constantly isolating, tables no-showing, bringing front of house staff into the kitchen to cover in emergency circumstances.

Read more: Manchester bus driver who was sacked for being ‘too short’ has been reinstated

"But I would like to think that despite these uncertain times, local businesses still appreciate human error and genuine mistakes."

She also implied that the Laundrette didn't need to charge her for the no-show as she 'can see out my window [they] are constantly flipping tables.'

The restaurant has since replied, saying: "Your table sat completely empty for 2 hours on a day we were fully booked.

"This is why you were charged."

Taking aim at the unhappy customer, it went on to say that as a hospitality worker herself she 'should know way more than most how detrimental tables not showing up is for a small businesses.'

The post continued: "And on top of that you then seem to think it’s acceptable to leave a bad review on trip advisor despite knowing you are 100% in the wrong.

"We make it extreamly easy to cancel bookings. You can do it online yourself. You can message us on any social media platform. You can call us.

"As you live on the road you could have easily just mentioned it to any of our staff while walking past.

"Unfortunately you didn’t bother doing any of these."

Adding that 'we hate charging no shows but it’s the only way to protect ourselves' the restaurant's public relations manager finished by inviting her to give him a call, but not before delivering one more blow.

"Normally we are absolutely demoralised by negative reviews but… I’m more than happy for this to stay up and be public so everyone can see.

"Not showing up for restaurant bookings is an extremely rude and disgusting practice.

"It’s the only reason we have put our charging system in place."

Featured image - The Laundrette, Chorlton

]]> 263112 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/sport/jamaica-will-compete-in-the-four-man-bobsled-at-the-winter-olympics-for-the-first-time-in-24-years/ Tue, 18 Jan 2022 09:41:58 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263115

Jamaica will have a four-man bobsled team in the Winter Olympics this year - a feat so difficult and unexpected, it inspired the comedy film Cool Runnings.

It's been 24 years since Jamaica sent a four-man team to the event, which this year will take place in Beijing.

Even before the games kick off it's a historic year for Team Jamaica, which will now compete in three Olympic bobsled events for the first time.

As well as the four-man bobsled, the nation will also have a presence in the two-man and the women's monobob events.

They may also be able to compete in the two-woman event, narrowly missing out on a guaranteed place but first in line for the reserves.

A post from Team Jamaica says: "It will be fire on ice as Team Jamaica secured their spot at the 2022 Beijing #WinterOlympics."

Shanwayne Stephens, who is expected to lead the four-man team, said they have 'already made history'.

He wrote: "We have only gone and done it. We have officially qualified for @beijing2022.

Read more: A new exhibition shining a light on the history of women’s football is opening in Manchester

"This journey started 4 years ago and it's been one filled with ups, downs, injuries, frustration and anger.

"All of which, looking back has prepared us for what what we have managed to achieve this year.

"It's been 24 years since Jamaica has had a 4man crew at the Olympics and we have never qualified both sleds at the same time. Just by qualifying, we have already made history."

Thanking his teammates Matthew Wilson, Rolando Reid, Ashley Watson and Nimroy Turgott, he continued: "These boys have risen to every challenge they have faced this season and are the reason this dream was possible.

"If we thought the hard work was over, it isn't, it's only just beginning.

"Let's keep the focus and stamp our names in the history books!! Let's go Jamaica"

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]]> 263115 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/this-manchester-restaurant-has-released-a-new-fairytale-inspired-tasting-menu/ Tue, 18 Jan 2022 12:20:03 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263151

A restaurant in Manchester has released a new tasting menu inspired by the weird and wonderful world of fairytales.

Crowd-pleasing favourite Six By Nico is known for its six-course tasting menus that change every six weeks.

Its newest menu A Feast of Stories draws inspiration from children's storybooks and fairytales with nods to the likes of well-known tales Beauty and The Beast, Oliver Twist and Matilda.

The most eye-catching dish, based on pictures alone, looks to be the final course - a rose-shaped dessert served in a glass cloche.

Reminiscent of the dying, enchanted rose that marks the Beast's final chance for redemption, Six By Nico's version is completely edible - a combination of mascarpone creme, rose, hibiscus and rhubarb.

Elsewhere you'll find the unironically named 'Please Sir, Can I Have Some More', a combination of confit potato, hay baked potato mousseline, preserved wild Garlic and pickled onion.

Promising to 'leave you hungry for more' diners are advised on this first course to 'lift the lid to reveal a satisfying second helping' as chef Nico Simone plays with one of his strengths, the contrast of appearance and reality.

Further dishes include the intriguing-sounding 'Paddington Bear Marmalade' with mushroom XO marmalade, sourdough bruschetta, truffle and ox cheek ragou and a Matilda-inspired tandoori carrot dish with carrot remoulade, carrot top pesto, saffron pickled carrot, citrus goats curd.

Further down the menu, there's a Danny, Champion of the World-inspired plate of cured and torched Loch Etive trout, smoked bone veloute, artichoke, sea herbs, bergamot gel and salted cucumber and duck dish that nods to the infamous tale of the ugly duckling.

TItled 'The Ugly Duckling, the Most Beautiful', here chefs combine duck, leg boulangere, pickled walnut, salsify, toasted cereal, pear and fig.

As well as vegetarian alternatives, the 'Once Upon a Time' theme also offers a Mary Poppins - Spoonful of Sugar Aperitif and Fantastic Mr Fox- Farmer Bunce’s liver and doughnuts as a side snack. 

The menu promises to 'take guests on a journey through the huggable bear from Peru's adventures in London, across the dark and mysterious forest that surrounds the Beast's Castle and into the river with the Ugly Duckling as he matures into a majestic Swan - the most beautiful bird of all. '

Read more: A Peaky Blinders-inspired theatre show is heading to The Lowry next year

Chef Nico Simeone said: "Our 'Once Upon A Time' theme is a gastronomic journey through the enchanting realm of fairytales and folklore.

"It's also a new chapter for Six by Nico restaurants as we introduce a new wave of engaging themes that provide our customers with unique food and drink experiences".

The menu is priced at £32 per person with the option to enjoy matching wine pairing for an additional £27. Additional aperitifs and snack sides are not included in the set price.

To find out more and book, click here.

Images - Six By Nico

]]> 263151 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/happy-mondays-star-bez-temporarily-pulled-from-dancing-on-ice-after-testing-positive-for-covid-19/ Tue, 18 Jan 2022 13:05:18 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263163

Happy Mondays star Bez said he is "gutted" to have tested positive for COVID-19 after making his Dancing On Ice debut over the weekend.

In case you missed it, in what is surely already one of the maddest moments of television in 2022, the 57-year-old dancer and DJ from the iconic Manchester band made history during the series-opening episode of the long-running ITV competition show on Sunday, as he became the first contestant in the show’s history to wear a crash helmet for his performance. 

Bez - who's real name is Mark Berry - took to the rink wearing a watermelon helmet for his ice skating debut.

He arrived onto the set riding a giant pair of maracas and proceeded to cautiously wobble around to the band's most-famous 1990 hit song 'Step On' with his professional partner Angela Egan and a gang of dancing watermelon slices.

Read more: People are making a heartwarming observation about Bez’s performance on Dancing on Ice

And understandably, fans absolutely loved it - even if he did end up coming at the bottom of the leaderboard.

But now, ITV has sadly confirmed that the Mancunian icon has tested positive for COVID-19, and has such been temporarily pulled from the show, and will miss training this week.

Confirming he'll be missing this weekend's show in a statement to the Daily Star, Bez said: "I’ve had a positive test.

"I’m gutted because I’m going to be missing training, but I’m looking forward to skating on the show again for week three and I’ll be tuning at home and cheering on my mates who are skating this weekend."

An ITV spokesperson added: "We have stringent protocols in place to ensure the health and safety of all our contributors and staff which are routinely monitored and updated to reflect the current guidelines."

Bez is expected to return to the ice the week after on 30 January.

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]]> 263163 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/blackpool-pleasure-beach-is-selling-off-actual-pieces-of-the-big-one-for-rollercoaster-fans-to-buy/ Tue, 18 Jan 2022 14:13:25 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263190

One of Blackpool Pleasure Beach's most iconic rollercoasters is due to be refurbished soon, but not before fans get the chance to own a piece of the old model.

The Big One first opened to the public on 28th May 1994 as the tallest and steepest rollercoaster in the world, and it proudly held that record until July 1996, when the Fujiyama rollercoaster opened at Fuji-Q Highland in Japan and took the top spot.

Standing at a whopping 235ft above sea level, the Big One is still currently the tallest rollercoaster in the United Kingdom though.

With its sheer height, numerous twists and turns, sharp elevations, changes in speed, and rapid drops, the Big One has undoubtedly earned itself a reputation over the years as a ride that only the most daring of folk are brave enough take on, and has even built up quite the big fan base because of it.

Which is why Blackpool Pleasure Beach is giving those fans the chance to buy a piece of the rollercoaster from as little as £150.

There's currently nine sections of the track available to order online, with the most expensive part - named the 'Big One Track Off-Cut' - having already sold for a whopping £450 in just 90 minutes.

It's now been a week since the parts went up for sale, and several items have sold-out - including the 'Big One Track Platform' for £350, 'Big One Track Long Platform' for £230, and the 'Big One Track Platform Side Handrail' for £400.

Enquiries came in from fans from all over the world, including the Netherlands and the US, according to the Pleasure Beach.

Fans who have already got their hands on a piece said they "couldn't be happier" with it.

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For those who miss out on getting to own a piece of the old rollercoaster model though, Blackpool Pleasure Beach is also introducing a new 'Walk the Big One XL' experience this summer that will see people "taken to places the public have never been before" as they take an escorted climb up the 235ft lift hill

Read more: You can take an escorted 235ft climb to the top of the Big One in Blackpool

As part of the 90-minute experience, fans will be kitted-out in protective clothing and gear, before being taken to two new exciting locations on the ride course to enjoy spectacular views of the ride, theme park, and sea.

This new experience is priced at £150 per person.

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Following a re-tracking of sections of The Big One, we now have some exclusive pieces of the iconic structure available for sale on our retail website! 🎢

To get your hands on a unique piece, visit ➡️ https://t.co/NNRKF7NGWE pic.twitter.com/Jpow5oG9Cl

— Pleasure Beach🎢 (@Pleasure_Beach) January 12, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/all-the-celebrations-lined-up-for-chinese-new-year-2022-in-manchester/ Tue, 18 Jan 2022 16:01:00 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263205

Chinese New Year 2022 is on the horizon, and as always, Manchester has a whole week of celebrations lined up to mark the occasion.

While Manchester’s usual annual celebrations for Chinese New Year - also known as Lunar New Year or the Spring Festival - may be on a slightly smaller scale this year due to the COVID restrictions in place to allow visitors to safely enjoy the events, there’s still plenty happening across the city centre to help bring in the 'Year of the Tiger'.

Chinese New Year is officially being celebrated in Manchester this year from Tuesday 1 - Sunday 6 February.

As mentioned, 2022 has been named the 'Year of the Tiger', and according to the Chinese zodiac, people born in this year are predicted to be brave, competitive, unpredictable, and confident - just like the animal.

To honour 2022's animal namesake, a large-scale tiger art sculpture will take centre stage in St Ann’s Square as just one the events in the calendar.

You may have also seen that thousands of red lanterns have started adorning the city’s streets, and you can also expect the chance to take in some spectacular live performances, feast on authentic street food, and a make the most of a funfair, plus some traditional lion and dragon dances over the course of the week too.

Here's everything happening for Chinese New Year 2022 in Manchester.

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The New Year Tiger

St Ann's Square

Tuesday 1 - Sunday 6 February 2022

New for 2022, commissioned by Manchester BID, and created by Decordia Events, this jaw-dropping installation will be a structural take on the traditional tiger made from wood and recycled corrugated plastic.

While we know that the tiger is a symbol of power in Chinese culture and is considered to be brave and forceful, this origami-like tiger sculpture, however, will give the ultimate illusion to those who lay their eyes on it, as it appears to be weak and made of paper, but in fact, it will remain tall and strong for the world to see.

The tiger’s inner structure will also playfully-match the stripes and markings of a real-life tiger, casting stunning shadows at night with surrounding lights.

Chinatown Celebrations

Chinatown

Sunday 6 February 2022

While sadly, popular annual events such as the parade and the firework finale will not be taking place in 2022 due to COVID restrictions, there's still plenty to make the most of in Manchester city centre's very-own Chinatown.

Think live performances, workshops, street food, stalls, and a funfair, as well as the illuminated Dragon, and other family-friendly activities such as traditional lion dances, Chinese acrobatics, singing, poem reading, and Kung Fu.

Performances will take place from 11am - 7pm in Chinatown Car Park, and you can see the illuminated dragon on the hour from 4pm - 7pm in Chinatown itself.

It's asked that you please wear a mask when possible at all Chinatown events.

The Door Opened: 1980s China

Manchester Central Library

26 January - 26 April 2022

Brought to Manchester Central Library by the Confucius Institute at The University of Manchester, from 26 January - 26 April, English photographer Adrian Bradshaw’s exhibition The Door Opened: 1980s China will feature a blend of candid and posed photographs exploring China in the 1980s.

Bradshaw went to Beijing as a student in 1984 just as everyday life was in flux, and caught up in the ferment of the time, he went on to spend three decades documenting the transformation of China as the vast nation changed and opened up to the world.

Photographs captured document everything from opulent fashion extravaganzas, to sentimental family excursions, as he captures the fleeting beauty and simplicity of everyday life.

It's described as a vivid record of a pivotal period in modern history.

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Featured Image - Instagram (@chinesenewyearmcr)

]]> 263205 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/a-peaky-blinders-inspired-theatre-show-is-heading-to-the-lowry-next-year/ Tue, 18 Jan 2022 15:21:18 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263209

A new theatre show inspired by the hit TV series Peaky Blinders will visit The Lowry next year.

Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby is set to head out on a massive UK tour in 2023, including a run of dates in Salford.

The first-of-its-kind dance show has been adapted for the stage by the show's creator, Steven Knight.

It will pick up the Peaky Blinders story at the end of World War One and will follow Tommy and his partner Grace Burgess through passion, deception and many broken hearts.

The show opens in the trenches on the front line but will see how Tommy's own story and his intoxication with Grace unfolds.

Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby is directed and choreographed by Rambert's artistic director Benoit Swan Pouffer and will feature 20 permanent members of the Rambert dance company.

The dazzling dances will be soundtracked by a live band playing specially-commissioned music.

Read more: Famous films and TV shows that were shot around Manchester

It will make its world premiere in Birmingham - where the Peaky Blinders gang were from - before visiting The Lowry between 14 and 18 March, 2023.

You can get tickets at thelowry.com/whats-on/peaky-blinders-the-redemption-of-tommy-shelby.

Steven Knight said: "Peaky Blinders has always had music and movement at its heart and now the beating heart of the show will be transferred to the stage, an interpretation of Tommy’s story performed by Rambert, one of the leading dance companies in the world.

"This is dance for people who don’t usually watch dance and what I’ve written has been transformed into something startling by consummate dancers and choreographers.

"If the concept of a Peaky Blinders dance seems strange, reserve judgement and reserve a ticket."

Benoit Swan Pouffer added: "Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby is something on a scale we’ve never done before, and I couldn’t be more ready for the challenge – it’s such an exciting opportunity as a choreographer to tell these stories and recreate these characters through dance."

Full touring dates for Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby

• Birmingham Hippodrome - 27 September to 2 October
• Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre, London - 12 October to 6 November
• Norwich Theatre Royal - 17 to 21 January
• Alhambra Theatre, Bradford - 25 to 28 January
• Hull New Theatre - 31 January to 4 February
• Mayflower Theatre, Southampton - 7 to 11 February
• Royal and Derngate, Northampton - 21 to 25 February
• Festival Theatre Edinburgh - 28 February to 4 March
• The Lowry, Salford - 14 to 18 March
• Wales Millenium Centre, Cardiff - 21 to 25 March
• Theatre Royal Plymouth - 28 March to 1 April

Featured image: Rambert/Birmingham Hippodrome

]]> 263209 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/the-manchester-restaurants-taking-part-in-deliveroos-massive-veganuary-deal/ Tue, 18 Jan 2022 16:53:08 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263241

Several restaurants and takeaways in Greater Manchester are taking part in Deliveroo's new Veganuary give-away.

The delivery platform is giving away £10,000-worth of vegan food vouchers to boost people's efforts to go plant-based in January.

They say they've timed the deal to land just after 'Quitter's Day', the day of the year that people are most likely to abandon New Year's resolutions like going vegan or giving up alcohol.

From tomorrow, Wednesday January 19, customers will be able to take £5 off their order from selected vegan restaurants.

There are 2000 codes up for grabs - but once they're gone, they're gone.

188 different restaurants are taking part in the deal, including several here in Greater Manchester.

Takeaway favourites Go Falafel and What The Pitta are both included in the deal, alongside newcomers like JJ's Vish and Chips and Four Side pizza.

Purezza, the award-winning plant-based pizzeria that opened in the Northern Quarter last year, is also joining in with the Ve-CAN-uary giveaway.

Deliveroo says it wants to help people through the last leg of Veganuary with its £5 credit codes.

The company has reported a 153% rise in searches for ‘vegan’ food in the app compared to the month before.

Read more: Veganuary - where to go in Manchester for top vegan food in January 2022

The £5 giveaway code can be redeemed using the code VECANUARY at the checkout.

The deal is running from January 19 until stocks last, with 2000 codes up for grabs for new and existing customers.

Greater Manchester restaurants where you can get £5 off

Oowee Vegan

What The Pitta

Go Falafel - Rusholme

Go Falafel - Deansgate

JJ's Vish & Chips

Purezza

A Burgers - Dirty Vegan Burgers

Four Side

Featured image: Go Falafel

]]> 263241 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/shopping/your-dog-could-be-turned-into-a-new-akse-p19-mural-at-cheshire-oaks/ Wed, 19 Jan 2022 12:05:15 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263258

Cheshire Oaks has launched a new competition that's now open to the public, and it's one that dog owners really won't want to miss out on.

In the run-up to Valentine's Day and to spread as much 'puppy love' as possible, the popular Ellesmere Port-based shopping village - which is the largest Designer Outlet in the UK, and is home to over 400,000 square feet of retail space, with more than 150 boutiques, restaurants, and cafés to choose from - has taken to Instagram to announce that dog owners could be in with the chance of getting their four-legged friend turned into a work of art for all to see.

As Cheshire Oaks is a proudly dog-friendly shopping destination, there is no better way to show that off than with a specially-created mural by one of Greater Manchester's most well-known and respected street artists - Akse P19.

Unfamiliar with Akse P19?

A French-born street artist of Vietnamese heritage and a renowned member of the iconic P19 Crew, Akse has, in his own words, been "spraypainting walls since 1992" and has, quite literally, been leaving his mark on Manchester since he moved to the city and started calling it his home all the way back in 1997.

For the past 15 years in particular, Akse has made his name through a series of critically-acclaimed freehand high definition photo-realistic portraits of famous faces and figures that he hopes "bring inspiration to the local community".

But even if you’re unfamiliar with his name, you’re sure to be familiar with his work.

Not only is he the creator of the now world-famous Marcus Rashford mural in Withington that was covered with thousands of messages of support back in July 2021, before going onto become both a treasured community asset and a much-loved tourist attraction for fans, but a few more of his works include murals of George Floyd, Captain Sir Tom Moore, Factory Records co-founder and manager of the Haçienda nightclub Tony Wilson, and late Joy Division frontman Ian Curtis - all erected in the Northern Quarter.

Read more: Akse P19 - The Mural King of Manchester

Now, how special would it be to have your very-own beloved pet pal become the subject of a soon-to-be-created piece of art at a shopping village visited by millions each year by the mural king of Manchester? Pretty special, if you ask us.

This is one unmissable competition.

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To be in with a chance of winning, all you need to do is head on over to Instagram and post a photo of your dog at Cheshire Oaks tagging @cheshireoaksdesigneroutlet and using the hashtag #DogsatCheshireOaks by 21 January 2021.

All photos entered must be Hi-res images that are at least 300 pixels per inch, and to enter your pet into the prize draw, you must be 18 years of age and over.

Head on over to the Cheshire Oaks website to find full Terms & Conditions.

Featured Image - Cheshire Oaks

]]> 263258 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/boris-johnson-set-to-announce-easing-of-plan-b-restrictions-in-england/ Wed, 19 Jan 2022 08:47:31 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263280

Boris Johnson is expected to announce an easing of Plan B restrictions in England in a statement later today.

It has been reported that the Prime Minister will go through the latest COVID-19 data this morning with government ministers, before making a statement to MPs in the House of Commons this afternoon.

Plan B measures were introduced in England back in mid December 2021 in a bid to curb the spread of the Omicron variant.

Those measures were:

• Guidance to work from home “if you can”.
• The reintroduction of a legal requirement to wear face masks in “most public indoor venues”, including theatres and cinemas – with exceptions “where it’s not practical, including while eating, drinking, exercising or singing”.
• NHS COVID passes for nightclubs, unseated indoor venues with more than 500 people, unseated outdoor venues with more than 4,000 people, and any venue with more than 10,000 people.
• Daily testing for people identified as a contact of a COVID-19 case - with isolation required only for people who test positive.

Read more: All the ‘Plan B’ restrictions announced and when they will take effect

Although several changes have been made while Plan B restrictions still stood - particularly with reference to testing and the duration of isolation periods - it was announced at the time that these measures would expire on 26 January, and the government committed to reviewing them before this date.

According to emerging reports, the Prime Minister could opt to retain the mask-wearing requirement for the time being, but choose to scrap the work from home guidance and need for COVID passes.

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When asked yesterday if restrictions would be lifted next week, as per the initial date set out, Mr Johnson said: "We've got to be careful about COVID [and] we've got to continue to remember that it's a threat," while Health Secretary Sajid Javid also told MPs the same day that he was "cautiously optimistic that we will be able to substantially reduce restrictions next week".

Speaking ahead of the Prime Minister's expected statement on restrictions, a government spokesperson said: "Decisions on the next steps remain finely balanced.

"Plan B was implemented in December to slow the rapid spread of the extremely transmissible Omicron variant, and get more jabs in arms [and] it's thanks to the phenomenal efforts of the NHS and many dedicated volunteers that we have now delivered over 36 million boosters to people across the UK.

"The Omicron variant continues to pose a significant threat and the pandemic is not over [as] infections remain high.

"But the latest data is encouraging, with cases beginning to fall.

"Vaccines remain our best line of defence and we urge people to come forward to give themselves the best possible protection."

Official figures show that the UK has recorded 94,432 COVID-19 cases and 438 COVID-related deaths in the latest 24-hour period, and there are currently 19,450 people in hospital with COVID as of 17 January - which is down 2% week-on-week.

Featured Image - Parliament TV

]]> 263280 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/police-issue-warning-about-burglars-who-may-trick-their-way-into-greater-manchester-homes/ Wed, 19 Jan 2022 09:22:34 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263301

Greater Manchester Police has issued an urgent warning to local residents about burglars who aren’t breaking into homes, but are instead, tricking their way in by posing as tradespeople.

In a statement shared yesterday, GMP explained that they are seeing a recent rise in bogus callers who will pretend to be visiting the victim’s home on official business, such as a salesperson from a utility company, or there to do work on their house.

The force used a recent incident in the Trafford area to highlight the case.

GMP explained that, in this case, the offender gained entry to an address under the guise of carrying out decorating at the property, and it came after the victim had seen a recommendation for his services on social media.

However while there, the offender took £3,000 worth of jewellery.

https://twitter.com/gmpolice/status/1483436602294681605?s=20

"Most people who call at your home will be genuine," admitted Detective Chief Inspector Joe Harrop, of GMP’s Economic and Cyber Crime Unit

"However it’s important to remain vigilant and not feel pressured when answering the door to someone you don’t know, it’s also important when hiring tradespeople, to take recommendations from people you trust or get references from past customers."

With the recent rise in incidents such as the one referenced, GMP has issued some simple steps people can do to protect themselves from these bogus callers:

• Always lock your doors, even when you’re at home.
• Ask for identification before letting anyone you don't know into your house.
• Check credentials, including a permanent business address and landline telephone number.
• If you need work done to your home, get several written quotes from trustworthy or recommended firms, then decide who is right for you.

"Remember - if in doubt, keep them out," DCI Harrop concluded.

If you find yourself with any suspicions that someone may be a bogus caller, GMP is urging people to contact them 101, make a report online at www.gmp.police.uk, and always call 99 in an emergency.

Featured Image - Pixabay

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Bogus callers may pretend to be a salesperson, from a utility company or a tradesperson in order to gain access to your house and steal your belongings.

Find out steps you can take to help protect your home: https://t.co/Cylu8eCFzV

— Greater Manchester Police (@gmpolice) January 18, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/two-manchester-sisters-are-turning-dead-squirrels-from-heaton-park-into-stationery-holders/ Wed, 19 Jan 2022 13:06:31 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263315

A couple of amateur Manchester taxidermists have gained serious notoriety this week after a post advertising their headless squirrel stationery holders went viral on social media.

The business, which is apparently run by a pair of sisters local to the Heaton Park area, decided to advertise on a Facebook page called The Mancunian Daily as a way to drum up some more interest in their morbid creations.

Little did they know just quite how much attention they would get.

The original Facebook post has now been viewed over five million times and has amassed over 42,000 comments on The Mancunian Daily page alone.

Short and succinct, it reads: "Hi my name is Karen, I upcycle dead squirrels I find in Heaton Park. Perfect holder's for pens, cutlery etc.

"My husband uses the heads for golf so nothing gets wasted. £10 each or 2 for £35. Tia xx"

Shocking and horrifying some, whilst genuinely intriguing others, the post's accompanying images show decapitated, hollowed-out squirrels with crossed arms and, in some cases, pink painted nails and rhinestone collars.

It has since been viewed by millions around the globe after being shared widely across Facebook, Twitter and Reddit, and has attracted some very interesting comments, to say the least.

Many have speculated whether 'Karen' is real - and even more wondered aloud about the dead squirrels, how exactly she was finding them and what her husband does with the heads to ensure 'nothing gets wasted'.

One person asked: "She seems to come across a lot of dead squirrels!!!! I only see beautiful live ones thank goodness! Upcycle??? Don’t be falling asleep in the bloody park!!"

Another said: "God im sure people will be going nuts for these, Like somthing out of a f**king horror movie, i mean you've even painted the one with the collars f**king nails pink"

The person who claims to be the creator of the rodent accessories wishes to remain anonymous, but came forward to The Manc to address the negativity she's received.

She told us that the taxidermy business is actually run by her and her sister and that although she was upset by some of the comments they now have 'enough bookings to last a lifetime'.

She says they've received hundreds of orders through The Mancunian Daily page.

Read more: Greater Manchester Tory MP defects to Labour party with scathing letter to Boris Johnson

She told The Manc that she first began experimenting with the practice a few years ago - initially operating on dead birds her cats would bring into the house.

Then, having stumbled across a lot of dead squirrels on walks in the park with her dog, she decided to branch out and 'upcycle' them, rather than leaving them behind for the foxes.

She said: "I only do arts and crafts as a side line job. My dog gets walked every day round Heaton Park and we have found a lot of already dead squirrels nearly daily as we walk through bushes and not foot paths.

"I started taxidermy a few years ago on dead birds my cats bring in my house. I decided to do something with the dead squirrels as it would be inhumane to leave them there to get picked up by the foxes."

As for what her husband does with the heads? She clarified, "No I don't stuff them. He takes them into the shed where he keeps his golf stuff and discards of them on the gollys I think but I have seen him chipping in the garden but I don't know what he is hitting."

Screenshots shared with The Manc show one customer, based in Germany, asking for four squirrel pots via International shipment - adding "it would be awesome if I could get 4 fat ones so Beer cans fit in."

Another potential buyer has messaged to ask, "have you got any squirrells left without all the sparkles please ta."

Of course, not everyone is so keen on the idea of using a dead squirrel as cutlery or stationery pot - and the Facebook page, which is managing orders on the pair's behalf, has also received a lot of negative engagement too.

Suffice to say, there's been a lot of interest in the squirrel pots - both negative and positive.

Commenting on the post, the Mancunian Daily admin told us, "We are shocked that the post has got over 5 and a half million views and still going, but we are very grateful for all the new followers to our page.

"Although some of the comments have been nasty we like to promote a positive page as we continue to grow."

If anyone wants to order a squirrel holder, they can do so by messaging The Mancunian Daily here.

Feature image - The Mancunian Daily

]]> 263315 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/property/greater-manchester-village-named-one-of-the-poshest-in-britain/ Wed, 19 Jan 2022 10:57:31 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263324

The poshest villages in Britain have been named this week - and one of them is in Greater Manchester.

A tiny corner of Wigan made it onto the list of the 54 'smartest rural locations' published by the Daily Telegraph and researched by Savills.

The newspaper reports that people want an 'authentic architectural aesthetic' and 'on-trend amenities' like fitness studios and stores with refill stations.

The village of Haigh, just a few miles out of Wigan town centre, was chosen for its grand historic buildings and its sprawling woodland park.

It's one of the villages with the cheapest average house price (£257,020) on the list too, beaten only by Dinnington in Tyne & Wear, and Newgale and Roch in Pembrokeshire.

The Daily Telegraph said of Haigh: "Shrouded by trees, Haigh is a hidden gem just a few miles from the busy Wigan town centre.

"There's an imposing country mansion, Haigh Hall, built between 1827 and 1840, and the restored Haigh Windmill, originally used to pump water to Haigh Brewery.

"It is also home to Haigh Woodland Park, with miles of winding trails through woodland and manicured gardens."

Haigh was the only Greater Manchester village to work its way onto the list, though Nether Alderley in Cheshire, just outside the region, also made the cut.

Read more: Police issue warning about burglars who may trick their way into Greater Manchester homes

David and Victoria Beckham once owned a house in Nether Alderley, as does former Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjær.

Frances Clacy, analyst at Savills, says: "People want villages that have a bit of everything, from schools to stunning countryside, with accessibility to cities and transport infrastructure."

Featured image: Google Maps

]]> 263324 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/this-asda-worker-in-manchester-has-restored-faith-in-human-beings-with-an-act-of-kindness/ Wed, 19 Jan 2022 11:45:13 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263354

A long-serving Asda worker has made his colleagues proud this week with a touching act of kindness "restored faith in human beings".

When a regular customer at the Trafford Park branch of the popular supermarket retailer nipped in to store before heading to work one morning, it wasn't until she got to the checkout to pay for the shopping that she realised she had accidentally left her bank card at home.

This is where Ron stepped in.

Recognising the customer from the many times she'd shopped in store before, Ron told her not to worry about it, and instead, paid the £42 for the shopping out of his own pocket.

Ron - who has worked at the Greater Manchester store for 16 years - has now been nominated for an 'Asda Superstar Service Award' following his generous good deed after the customer wrote to our store to thank him and say that her "faith in human beings had been restored".

A spokesperson for Asda said that everyone is "so proud" of Ron.

Explaining a little more about the events of the day that saw Ron nominated for the award, Ana - Customer Trading Manager at the Asda Trafford Park store - said: "The lady was hurrying to work and when she got to our store at 6.15am she realised while on the self scan that she'd left her bank card at home.

"She told Ron what she'd done and asked if he could he put the shopping away until later that afternoon, saying she would go home after work and come back - about a 45-minute round trip.

"Ron knew the customer was a regular and told her not to worry about it and paid the £42 for her shopping himself [and] he was very happy to help out, saying the customer could return at her convenience to pay him back, which she did later that day.

"The customer was utterly shocked by Ron's kind act."

Featured Image - Google Maps | Facebook (Asda)

]]> 263354 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/iceland-is-now-selling-a-chiquito-range-with-nacho-bites-habanero-chicken-wings-and-more/ Wed, 19 Jan 2022 13:23:25 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263381

A new range inspired by chain restaurant Chiquito has arrived at Iceland this week, and plenty of Tex-Mex food lovers already seem really keen to try it out.

For some, January is a long and dreary month that lends itself to consuming comfort food in any way they can get it, which is why it's a good job leading frozen food supermarket retailer Iceland has teamed up with popular Tex-Mex chain restaurant Chiquito to unveil a new range that’s exclusively available online and in stores up and down the UK.

There's a whopping 16 products making up the new range, with everything from nacho cheese bites, habanero chicken wings, burrito bowls, and churros on the menu to try.

Iceland and Chiquito says the aim of its collaboration is to "spice up family meals".

Hyping up the new range on its website, Iceland says: "What better way to start your evening than by sharing a bowl of delicious halloumi fries and nacho bites? You’ll have everyone rushing to the table, and eager for more.

"For the main event, choose from all your favourite Mexican classics, from enchiladas and chicken wings, to burritos and skewers - perfect when paired with our selection of sides and tortilla chips. Vegan? We’ve got you covered with our delicious vegan burrito bowl.

"And of course, because no Mexican dinner is complete without the sweet taste of cinnamon churros, we’ve got them too."

The products making up the new range are:

• Chiquito Creamed Corn (£2)
• Chiquito Jalapeno Cheese Dip (£2)
• Chiquito Sunshine Rice (£2)
• Chiquito Pulled Pork Burrito Bowl (£4)
• Chiquito Beef Burrito Bowl (£4)
• Chiquito Nacho Chilli Chicken Lasagne (£3)
• Chiquito Halloumi Fries (£4)
• Chiquito Nacho Bites (£2.50)
• Chiquito Piri Piri Half Chicken (£6)
• Chiquito Mexican Mega Skewers (£6)
• Chiquito Peri Peri Fries (£2)
• Chiquito Habanero Chicken Wings (£3)
• Chiquito Plain Tortilla Wraps (£1.50) 
• Chiquito Sweet Chilli Tortilla Wraps (£1.50) 

Each product in the range is priced at under £6 too, so you won’t need to break the bank too much for your next indulgence.

As well as the items in Iceland stores across the country and online, there's also a couple of products in the range that are exclusive to The Food Warehouse in store too, so you can get the Fiery Chicken Burrito Bowl (£4), and the Fiery Mexican Chicken (£3).

If you are planning on heading to your nearest Iceland branch to see if you can get your hands on some of these new Tex-Mex delights, then you can check the opening times via the Store Finder here.

You can also shop the range online here.

Featured Image - Iceland Foods UK

]]> 263381 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/greater-manchester-tory-mp-defects-to-labour-party-with-scathing-letter-to-boris-johnson/ Wed, 19 Jan 2022 12:36:07 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263384

Conservative MP Christian Wakeford has defected to the Labour party in yet another crushing blow for Boris Johnson.

Mr Wakeford, MP for Bury South, announced his defection with a scathing letter to the PM just moments before Prime Minister's Questions.

In the letter, the former Tory MP wrote that he wishes to join a political party that the country 'can be proud of, and not embarrassed by'.

He added that Mr Johnson and the wider Conservative party has proven to be 'incapable of offering the leadership and government that this country deserves'.

Mr Wakeford, who was elected in 2019, added that the Tory party is 'out of touch' with his hard-working constituents.

He was one of the MPs who wrote a letter of no confidence in the Prime Minister after reports of lockdown parties at Downing Street emerged.

His full letter is below, touching on the 'disgraceful way' that Boris Johnson has behaved in recent weeks.

https://twitter.com/Keir_Starmer/status/1483772187895119875

Sir Keir Starmer, leader of the Labour party, has welcomed the Mr Wakeford's move.

He said: "He has always put the people of Bury South first.

"As Christian said, the policies of the Conservative government are doing nothing to help the people of Bury South and indeed are only making the struggles they face on a daily basis worse.

"People across Britain faces a cost of living crisis but this incompetent Tory government is asleep at the wheel, distracted by a chaos of its own making."

Read more: Greater Manchester village named one of the poshest in Britain

Christian Wakeford's letter in full

Dear Prime Minister, I am writing to inform you of my decision to resign from the Conservative Party and apply to join the Labour Party.

From today I will be sitting as the Labour MP for Bury South because I have reached the conclusion that the best interests of my constituents are served by the programme put forward by Keir Starmer and his party.

I care passionately about the people of Bury South and I have concluded that the policies of the Conservative government that you lead are doing nothing to help the people of my constituency and indeed are only making the struggles they face on a daily basis worse.

Britain needs a government focused on tackling the cost of living crisis and providing a path out of the pandemic that protects living standards and defends the security of all.

It needs a government that upholds the highest standards of integrity and probity in public life and sadly both you and the Conservative Party as a whole have shown themselves incapable of offering the leadership and government this country deserves.

Being elected as MP for Bury South was the proudest day of my life. I care passionately about the area and will always be grateful to those who have supported me.

Today, however, I am in no doubt that they will be better served by my joining a party that genuinely has their interests at heart.

I have wrestled with my conscience for many months, and you will know that I have made my policy misgivings clear on many occasions in private and sometimes in public.

I can no longer support a government that has shown itself consistently out of touch with the hard working people of Bury South and the country as a whole.

Under Keir Starmer, the Labour Party is back firmly in the centre of British politics, in touch with working people, and ready to provide an alternative government that this country can be proud of, and not embarrassed by.

My decision is about much more than your leadership and the disgraceful way you have conducted yourself in recent weeks. However, I don't believe all politicians are the same and I do believe in the power of politics to be a force for good.

So does Keir Starmer.

He has shown that integrity in the way he has lead his party on issues that matter to me, not least the vital challenge of combatting antisemitism.

I will always put the people of Bury South first and will continue to speak out for the changes the area needs.

Changes that can only be delivered by a Labour government under Sir Keir Starmer.

Featured image: Richard Townshend Photography

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I would like to welcome Christian Wakeford MP to the Labour Party.

I’m determined to build a new Britain which guarantees security, prosperity and respect for all and I’m delighted that Christian has decided to join us in this endeavour. pic.twitter.com/rp4sEyc0t1

— Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) January 19, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/harry-styles-announces-massive-stadium-show-in-manchester-on-new-world-tour/ Wed, 19 Jan 2022 15:56:13 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263421

Harry Styles has announced rescheduled dates for his world tour, including a massive date here in Manchester.

The multi-platinum singer is set to perform at Emirates Old Trafford cricket ground this summer.

The Love on Tour shows will span 32 cities, including three brand new stadium dates in the UK in June.

The Watermelon Sugar singer said, on announcing the news: "I’m so excited to see you. Thank you, I love you."

Harry will be joined on the tour by artists including Arlo Parks, Wolf Alice and Koffee.

https://twitter.com/Harry_Styles/status/1483819425715220481

The singer has released two chart-topping albums - the self-titled Harry Styles and Fine Line - since leaving One Direction

He's also nabbed two BRIT awards, a Grammy award, and an Ivor Novello to name a few, and been the first male to appear solo on the cover of Vogue magazine.

The Love On Tour shows finally restarted in Las Vegas in September last year and British fans have been eagerly awaiting news of European tour dates.

Read more: This Asda worker in Manchester has ‘restored faith in human beings’ with an act of kindness

Ticket-holders for the 2020 UK Arena tour dates will be refunded, but will receive an exclusive access presale to buy tickets for the new dates at the Glasgow Ibrox Stadium, Manchester Emirates Old Trafford, and London Wembley Stadium.

Tickets for Harry Styles' Love on Tour 2022 will go on sale at 9am on Friday January 28 livenation.co.uk, gigsandtours.com and ticketmaster.co.uk.

Harry Styles - Love On Tour 2022 tour dates

• Saturday 11 June - Glasgow, Ibrox Stadium
• Wednesday 15 June Manchester, U.K. Emirates Old Trafford
• Saturday 18 June London, U.K. Wembley Stadium Connected by EE
• Wednesday 22 June Dublin, Ireland Aviva Stadium
• Sunday 26 June Hamburg, Germany Volksparkstadion
• Wednesday 29 June Stockholm, Sweden Tele2 Arena
• Friday 01 July Oslo, Norway Telenor Arena

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I’m so happy to announce that ‘Love On Tour 2022’ is finally coming to the UK, Europe and South America.

Public on sale begins on Friday, Jan 28. Check your venue website for further information about your show, and protocols.

I’m so excited to see you. Thank you, I love you. H pic.twitter.com/M9Wg9AXczA

— Harry Styles. (@Harry_Styles) January 19, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/former-masterchef-contestant-opens-sao-paulo-project-fine-dining-pop-up-inside-blossom-street-social/ Wed, 19 Jan 2022 17:32:29 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263425

A new fine dining pop-up by a former MasterChef contestant has landed inside the kitchen of Ancoats wine bar Blossom Street Social.

Called the Sao Paulo project, it's the brainchild of former Brazilian MasterChef contestant Caroline Martins.

Offering a British-Brazilian fusion menu that draws on her experiences working in Michelin starred kitchens around the world, she's only in residency at the bar for the next three months - running from now until 19 March 2022.

Operating on a walk-in basis only (and just a stone's throw from Mana, Manchester's only Michelin starred restaurant), she's serving up Michelin-style food for a tiny fraction of the price.

Here, canapes disguised as succulents, beef fat 'candles' and a pudding that looks like a lethal mushroom are just a few of the surprises in store for visitors to the Sao Paulo Project - and unlike most fine dining settings, there's no set menu obligation.

Rather, you can pay per dish, ordering what you like and leaving what you don't.

There are seven different options on the menu to choose from, each distinct and interesting in its own way - with the bar currently working on a matching (optional) wine pairing list.

Standouts include the 'Romeu & Julieta' pudding (£7.50), a combination of guava parfait and jam, parmesan Genoise sponge, Sangiorgio's Minas cheese, Dormouse chocolate and lime crumble and edible flowers from Platt Fields Market Garden; and a terrarium of cheesy, meaty and fruity canapes simply titled a 'selection of threes' (£5.50).

Elsewhere, you'll find a beautifully soft hand-dived scallop served with tropical Brazilian ingredients like heart of palm and nutty, starchy cassava root mousseline (£5.50); a sumptuous dry aged picanha from the Butcher's Quarter (£12); and several cheese courses that combine punchy English cheeses with fruity chutneys and relishes made from banana, mushroom and more (£10-20).

Her 'Bread Course' (£6) surpasses all expectations, too.

Switching out the tired old sourdough and bold butter format we've become used to, Caroline's version features light, Calabrian sausage-laden brioche, textured caramelised onion butter and, just for a touch of theatre, an edible beef fat 'candle'. Exquisite.

The final course on the list, a designated sharer, is great for groups - combining baked Tunworth cheese with guava paste, mixed nuts, rosemary and thyme in such a way as to revive a love of gooey, hot cheese (no mean feat following a Christmas spent stuffing ourselves with unreasonable amounts of the stuff).

Flanked all around by soft, buttery tearaway brioche rolls, it's recommended for four but can easily feed plenty more - more than justifying the hefty-ish £20 price tag.

Previously, Caroline has worked at the two Michelin star Trenkerstube at Hotel Castel in Tyrol, and in London at various kitchens including the two-star Kitchen Table at Bubbledogs in Fitzrovia and the one-star Galvin La Chapella.

Most recently, here in Manchester, she hosted a supper club pop-up at Manchester Union Lager brewery. Now she's bringing those stand out dishes to Ancoats.

When many think of Brazilian restaurants, they might think of all-you-can-eat steakhouses like Fazenda, Bem Brazil and Jardim Rodizio. Whilst Caroline does nod to this with a stunning dry-aged picanha course, ultimately this is not what you’ll find at the Sao Paulo project. Far from it.

Instead, the Cordon Bleu graduate Caroline's menu showcases popular tropical Brazilian ingredients in a fine-dining style, combining them with local produce sourced from a wealth of independent Manchester suppliers like Flawd's Cinderwood Market Garden, the Crafty Cheese Man and fellow Ancaots' Brazilian the Flat Baker.

Assisted in the kitchen by former Mana and Lowry Hotel chefs, she's headed for great things - no doubt about it. Not to be missed, make sure to pay her a visit - that way, when she's on the telly later this year, you can say to your family with pride, 'I've eaten that dish, it was amazing.'

To find out more, visit the Sao Paulo Project's website here.

Feature image - The Manc Group / The Sao Paulo Project

]]> 263425 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/manchester/manchesters-brand-new-aparthotel-with-huge-penthouse-super-suites-manc/ Wed, 19 Jan 2022 17:44:47 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263442

A new aparthotel is opening in Manchester city centre, with enormous penthouse 'super suites'.

The new luxury development from CitySuites has opened just next door to its first, at Embankment West.

The brand new building contains 142 apartments ranging from compact studios to three-bedroom giants, right on the border of Manchester city centre and Salford.

Its facilities include an 18-metre swimming pool, spa pool, steam room and state-of-the-art 24-hour gym.

Every single room has been designed to blend 'the luxury touches of a hotel with the space, privacy and comfort of home'.

Guests will sleep on Mattison beds and make use of bespoke bathrooms, as well as having access to their own fully-fitted kitchen (with washing machine, dishwasher, oven, Nespresso coffee machine and fridge-freezer), ultrafast broadband, and GHD hairdryers.

CitySuites II's crowning glory is its five high-end penthouse apartments, which have views of the nearby Manchester Cathedral and city skyline.

The largest of the penthouses spans 265 sq metres across the 16th and 17th floor of the building, and comes with a wrap-around balcony overlooking the city.

All of them have floor-to-ceiling windows, SieMatic kitchens, BORA ovens, Lutron electric blinds, home theatre systems and walk-in steam shower rooms.

The CitySuites II apartments can be booked for anything from a one-night stay up to a year-long visit.

There's a 24-hour concierge on site, laundry and dry-cleaning services, and residents-only co-working spaces.

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Both its in-house brasserie and bar Embankment Kitchen and its coffee shop the Embankment Cafe are open for business.

Gavin Bailey, operations director of CitySuites, said: "CitySuites II is an evolvement of CitySuites as you know it in Manchester, everything we already are and more.

Read more: Greater Manchester Tory MP defects to Labour party with scathing letter to Boris Johnson

"The perfect combination of comfort and luxury remains at the core of our design and approach, but with additional facilities, community areas and services we are going a step further in being able to really tailor and personalise experiences for each and every one of our guests.

"The Super Suites will offer a hotel experience currently unparalleled in the city.

"Manchester is the fasting growing city in the UK and the level of hospitality needs to rise alongside this.

"For guests who want beautiful accommodation that is spacious, high-quality yet functional, with all the amenities and services of a 5-star hotel at hand if required, then CitySuites II will be the place for you."

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]]> 263442 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/the-best-things-to-do-in-greater-manchester-this-week-24-30-january-2022/ Fri, 21 Jan 2022 14:25:12 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262901

How is it the last week of January already?

While January has certainly been a much quieter month that's given us the chance to reset and recharge for the year ahead, a quiet month doesn't mean is has to be a boring one - especially not in Greater Manchester.

So we've cherry-picked a few of the best things happening across the region this week to put together another fresh edition of our 'what’s on' guide for the city of Manchester and beyond.

Some of the events we’re going to mention here are completely free - perfect for that post-Christmas bank balance - while others will set you back a few pounds, and many will need to be booked in advance.

But plenty are still taking COVID-safety measures to give you peace of mind though.

Here's our top picks.

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Manchester Open Exhibition 2022

HOME Manchester

Monday 24 January - 27 March

The Manchester Open is one of the most successful exhibition in HOME’s history.

The first region-wide exhibition of its type to welcome entries from people of any background and level of experience - including established professionals, new and emerging talent, enthusiastic amateurs and first-time artists - HOME’s Gallery walls have been filled with work from 400+ Greater Manchester residents, which have been selected by a panel consisting of art experts and community representatives.

With an amazing 2,271 artwork entries, the judging panel have said they were impressed by the range, quality, differing artistic styles, and inspirational work being created across Greater Manchester.

You can find more information here.

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Van Gogh Alive

MediaCityUK

Monday 24 January - 27 February

Over 100,000 people have been to visit the Van Gogh Alive experience since it arrived at MediaCity UK a couple of months back.

And it's now extended its Salford stay right through until 27 February.

Van Gogh Alive takes people on a trip through the periods of Van Gogh’s life that defined him as an artist and showcases 3,000 images, including some of his most iconic works like Starry Night and Sunflowers, and lesser-known paintings inspired by his love of Japanese woodprints. The exhibition is home to a life-sized walk-in representation of Van Gogh’s ‘Bedroom in Arles’ painting, a ‘Sunflower selfie room’ - a 360° mirrored space complete with hundreds of sunflowers, and so much more

Tickets are priced at £23.50 for adults and £16.50 for children, with concessions and school group discounts available. Visitors to the exhibition will have the opportunity to make a donation to The Christie charity either when purchasing tickets, or while at the exhibition.

You can find out more here.

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Veganuary

Manchester City Centre

Monday 24 - 31 January

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Manchester is one of the best places in the country to eat out if you’re trying to go vegan - be that for Veganuary, or any other time of the year.

The city has an absolute slew of dedicated vegan restaurants, serving up everything ranging from ‘dirty’ plant-based fast food to sit-down gastropub and fine dining-style restaurants, giving those exploring a plant-powered diet a real boost when it comes to eating out. But beyond that, you can even trust that most restaurants in the city - even if they’re not designed for vegans - will have one or two suitable dishes on their menu.

Veganuary 2022 could be a more perfect time to find out what Manchester's plant-based foodie scene is all about.

Check out our list of the best places to find vegan food in Manchester here.

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Snorkel with Sharks

SEA LIFE Manchester

Tuesday 25 & Saturday 29 January

Fancy trying something new in 2022? Time to conquer your fears?

SEA LIFE Manchester has launched a new snorkel cage experience that's letting people get closer than ever have before to more than 1,000 creatures of the deep at the Trafford Centre-based marine life aquarium.

Snorkel with Sharks is a one-hour surface snorkelling adventure.

Suitable for swimmers age 10+, the session includes a full briefing, introduction to the incredible creatures you can expect to see, and 20 minutes snorkelling in the purpose-built shark cage. 

You can find more information and book your tickets here.

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Gujarati Indian Cookery Class

Food Sorcery

Wednesday 26 January

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Didsbury’s very-own cookery school, Food Sorcery, is hosting a cookery workshop that's dedicated to Gujarati cuisine.

Originating from Western India and typically served as a thali - which literally means ‘full plate of food’ - the dishes in this class are cooked are all vegetarian, distinctively sweet, salty, and spicy simultaneously, and usually contain roti, dhal and rice.

This class has unique flavours that will not disappoint, and chef Nina - who has learnt to cook Gujarati cuisine through generations of teachings from aunties, grandmothers and her mother- will introduce curries that many will not have tried before and variations of the firm favourites, like dhals and chapatis, so bee prepared to try something different.

You can find out more information, and book your place here.

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ABC Tap Takeover & All My Friends

The Crown & Kettle

Thursday 27 - Sunday 30 January

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There's a whole host of events happening at The Crown & Kettle this week.

Following on from the success of similar DJ takeover events back in 2021, on Thursday, the ever-popular pub - which is known as the ‘pride of Ancoats’ after its 2020 restoration saw it become a much-loved community hub once again - is helping to "kick away the January cobwebs" by welcoming chart-topping dance DJ Ben Pearce for an event that's free to attend.

And then, from Thursday-Sunday, is hosting an ABC Tap Takeover with Alphabet brewery, where eight of their locally-brewed beers will be available on tap for the full four days.

You can find more information here.

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Harry Potter 20th Anniversary Cinema Package

King Street Townhouse

Friday 28 - Sunday 30 January

A magical Harry Potter movie marathon that comes complete with afternoon tea and wizardy-themed cocktails is continuing at a little cinema in Manchester city centre this weekend to celebrate the 20th anniversary the iconic film franchise.

If you’d consider yourself to be a pretty big Potterhead, then you’ll probably want to get yourself down to one of Manchester’s most popular hotels, King Street Townhouse, as the venue will be marking the anniversary in style at its very-own exclusive cinema by screening all eight films in the franchise.

The Harry Potter 20th Anniversary Cinema Package includes your traditional afternoon tea, a magical Harry Potter-themed cocktail, all of your in-cinema treats - including popcorn and sweets - and the ticket for one movie screening, where guests can choose which movie from the franchise they’d like to watch.

It also includes “all the usual magical ingredients which make up an extraordinary cinema experience at King Street Townhouse” too.

You can find out more, and book your tickets here.

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GRUB Food Fair and Plant Powered Sundays

Cheetham Hill

Friday 28 - Sunday 30 January

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2022 may be a new year, but two of the most popular foodie favourite events are back once again at at Manchester’s largest street food fair GRUB - which is currently based at the Red Bank Project just outside of the city centre in Cheetham Hill.

As part of the excitingly-named 'Grub Extravaganza', on Friday and Saturday, the GRUB Food Fair this week will see the likes of Fat Annie's, Marley's Pizza, Seitan's Kebab, The Sri Lankan Experience, Drizzle City Bakes, and That Vegan Bakery serve a wide range of mouthwatering delights for you to try, while on Sunday, whether you're plant based, participating in Veganuary, or just curious, there'll be big handful of the finest vegan food traders there for Plant Powered Sundays to show you what it's all about.

Both events, as always, are free to attend, and you can find more information here.

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Looking to keep your pennies in your pocket this January?

Despite many of our Christmas parties and plans getting cancelled, December was still pretty expensive for a lot of us, but if you’re also looking at your post-festivities bank balance and panicking that you’ll have to spend January in hibernation, then think again.

Greater Manchester is great at delivering amazing things to do that are completely free of charge.

From walks, to cultural fixes, feeding the region's farm animals, and so much more, there’s loads you can do without spending a penny.

You can read our list of the best free things to do in Greater Manchester here.

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Fancy making the most of all the January deals, discounts, and offers in Manchester's cafes, bars, and restaurants?

January is typically a time when many vow to change their eating habits.

But even the most committed dieter should be tempted by these Manchester restaurant deals, discounts and offers.

Whether you are starting a new diet, ditching alcohol, or trying out Veganuary, that’s no reason to stay at home – not when you’ve got January dining (and drinking) offers floating around like this.

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From vegan restaurants running their 50% off deals right into February, to some top Manchester restaurants offering huge deals on food AND drink, plus half-price burgers, burritos, kebabs and more, keep reading to discover the best January restaurant deals to take advantage of in 2022.

You can find out more about what's on offer here.

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Keen to challenge yourself in 2022?

Fancy setting some new fitness goals? Reckon you’re up for a 10K, or even a Half Marathon? It doesn’t have to be running, though - perhaps you’d prefer to tackle something else entirely?

A lot of us will already have our New Year’s resolutions picked out and lined up, but if you’re really up for a test this year, then did you know that one of Manchester’s most iconic charities is offering an ideal incentive to get going by giving The Manc’s readers and followers an exclusive opportunity to get £25-worth of entry fees to any sponsored event refunded if they choose to commit to raising some worthy funds in its name.

We Love MCR Charity wants to help ambitious Mancunians achieve their goals.

You can find out more here.

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Need more of a reason to get excited about what's in store for 2022?

2021 may not have exactly gone to plan, but our buzzing region is looking forward to the year ahead with some seriously exciting things on the horizon, and Marketing Manchester - the organisation that incorporates our tourism board and the official website visitmanchester.com - has once again pulled together a list of things to get excited about in the year ahead.

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The round-up list includes everything from outdoor experiences and cultural developments, to hospitality openings, events, and so much more.

You can read the list of 22 things to look forward to in Greater Manchester in 2022 here.

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Do you know about all the massive gigs and theatre shows happening in Manchester this year?

While it's true that the last couple of years have been rough for the theatre and live music industries, there are some massive shows to look forward to in Manchester this year as our city’s cultural scene continues to push forwards with huge festivals, world-renowned theatre, and some of the planet’s biggest musicians paying visits in 2022.

If you're looking for some key dates to pop in your diary, you can have a read of our 2022 events round-up list here.

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Featured Image - King Street Town House | Bab MCR

]]> 262901 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/business/the-new-training-programme-that-will-plug-the-skills-gap-for-around-2000-mancs/ Thu, 20 Jan 2022 14:39:48 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263153

A new range of flexible training programmes from UK Skills Academy will give around 2,000 people in Greater Manchester access to free flexible training across a range of digital programmes

The brand-new programme will help to address a shortage in digital skills in the region.

It's hoped it will 'plug the skills gap' that has been identified following the Covid-19 pandemic.

The three-year Skills For Growth programme will help thousands of individuals and Greater Manchester-based SMEs to thrive, moving their businesses online and learn new digital skills to improve productivity.

The free training will be flexible, remote, online and will provide the required skills and knowledge to support growth and productivity, such as digital marketing for business, digital transformation for leaders and managers, cyber security practices for business and much more.

They will help business leaders to move their services and products online, and help individuals to develop skills like data analysis, cyber security and digital marketing.

The two-strand programme will support small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across the city-region.

It's been hailed as a 'truly employer-led' venture that will directly help local businesses to access the best, and most needed, resources.

UK Skills Academy offers digital and cyber apprenticeships and training, with the learner at the heart of everything they do.

Their mission is to teach people the digital skills that are needed in modern work environments, working with businesses to design and implement apprenticeships.

The academy can even offer businesses bespoke programmes to fit with employers' needs.

Speaking of UK Skills Academy's appointment as the lead partner of the Skills for Growth programme, its MD Gemma Beech said the academy is 'delighted'.

Read more: All the Plan B restrictions that have ended in England from today

She said: "Our own experience and high-quality digital provision, along with our selected partners, are the right fit to respond to the needs of Greater Manchester’s digital skills shortages.

"Employers have consistently reported that they need support in developing technical skills and that demand industry-wide is expected to keep on growing.

"We have a wealth of experience, innovative ideas and proven success in this sector and are looking forward to welcoming our learners."

To find out more about Digital Skills Growth & Productivity, or see what UK Skills Academy has to offer, visit uk-skillsacademy.co.uk or express an interest here and one of the team will be in touch https://forms.office.com/r/pWbX7xvLZh

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]]> 263153 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/manchester-milkshake-and-burger-bar-archies-launches-brand-new-breakfast-menu/ Thu, 20 Jan 2022 07:40:32 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263493

Manchester milkshake and burger bar Archie's has launched a new breakfast menu stacked with naughty breakfast burgers, fluffy pancake stacks, hash browns and 'breakfast tots' - miniature tater tots loaded with all your morning essentials.

Available at Piccadilly and Manchester Aiport, the new breakfast menu will be served from 8am - 11am in the week and 9am - 12pm on weekends.

Even better, they're offering a free coffee (be that a cappuccino, latte, or americano) with your breakfast for the first month - available from now until 11 February.

Think seven different customisable burgers on the menu to choose from, stuffed with the likes of hash browns, avocado, chicken sausage patties, cheese, smoked turkey bacon, sriracha, fried or scrambled eggs, tomato, chives and more.

All served in warm glazed buns, new stand outs include vegetarian The Yolker, filled with smashed lime-infused avocado, scrambled eggs, chives, cheese and sriracha mayo; and the new and improved Breakfast Club (double beef patty, turkey bacon, hash brown, fried egg, BBQ sauce and cheese).

Elsewhere, sweet tooths will find fluffy American-style pancakes priced from just £4.99 loaded with choices like bacon and maple syrup; whipped cream, banana and toffee sauce; or strawberries, chocolate, whipped cream and hazelnut sauce.

And that's not all. All of the brand's classic and celeb shakes are available at breakfast, as well as its soft drinks list and giant chocolate, fruit and ice cream-loaded waffles.

Crinkle fries and curly fries appear here too, giving Archie's fans the full-on diner experience - just earlier in the day, with a new breakfast twist.

The bright pink American-style fast food diner, which first popped up on Oxford Road in 2010, now has eight sites in total - six in Manchester, one in Liverpool and another in Leeds.

A ninth branch will be opening in Birmingham next month too.

But believe it or not, the hit Manc business first started off as a carwash in Cheetham Hill before becoming the popular made-to-order burger empire it is today.

Prior to launching the first Archie's on Oxford road in 2010, the four Rafiq brothers behind it - Amer, the eldest, and siblings Imran, Asim and Irfan - actually devised the concept three years earlier whilst running the successful Wash and Glow, a hotspot for local footballers and celebrities such as Corrie’s Ryan Thomas.

This, in turn, funded their idea to move into the burger world and helped to launch into a brand new industry - taking that 'go and be seen' shine that made their car wash so popular and applying it to fast food instead.

Read more: Former MasterChef contestant opens fine dining pop-up inside Ancoats wine bar

Support from celebrities early in the day, such as rappers like Nas and The Game, quickly made Archie's a go-to place - with visits heralded by a 'celeb shakes' list that pays homage to some of the namesakes who've been over the years.

Singers Rita Ora and Pia Mia, professional boxers Floyd Mayweather and Amir Khan, and comedian Kevin Hart all get a shout-out on the menu - which gives diners the chance to enjoy signature shakes created especially for the celebs.

Twelve years later, Archie's is still just as iconic as it ever was - this latest gift to commuters at Piccadilly station and the airport is just the cherry on top.

Feature image - The Manc Group

]]> 263493 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/all-the-plan-b-restrictions-that-have-ended-in-england-from-today/ Thu, 20 Jan 2022 08:58:10 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263495

Guidance to work from home, and the requirement to wear a face covering in classrooms has ended in England today.

For the first time since Plan B measures were were introduced in England back in mid December 2021 in a bid to curb the spread of the Omicron variant, staff across the country who were able to work from home have now been told they can return to office settings "from now on", and schoolchildren and teachers will no longer need to wear face coverings in classrooms.

The immediate lifting of these measures was announced by Prime Minister Boris Johnson to MPs in the House of Commons yesterday, and confirmed by Health Secretary Sajid Javid in a later Downing Street news conference.

The announcement comes after the Prime Minister reviewed the latest COVID-19 data in a meeting with ministers yesterday morning.

While an end to the guidance to work from home was said to be expected immediately following reports, the Department for Education's decision to, as the PM stated, "remove national guidance on their use in communal areas," did however come as a surprise to many.

Read more: Boris Johnson set to announce easing of Plan B restrictions in England

The Prime Minister also crucially announced in his statement to MPs yesterday that all Plan B restrictions in England would be lifted on 27 January, and that the legal requirement for people with COVID-19 to self-isolate would be allowed to lapse when those regulations expired on 24 March, but that date could be brought forward.

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This means that from next Thursday (27 January), the wearing of face masks on public transport, in supermarket and retail settings, in communal areas of schools, and "most public indoor venues" will not be required.

You'll also no longer need to show your NHS COVID Pass at venues and events by law.

While the government says it is still recommending they are worn in "crowded and indoor spaces where you may come into contact with people you do not normally meet", Mr Johnson said it's time to "trust the judgment" of the British public when it comes to face masks.

He told MPs yesterday: "In the country at large, we will continue to suggest the use of face coverings in enclosed or crowded spaces, particularly when you come into contact with people you don’t normally meet, but we will trust the judgment of the British people and no longer criminalise anyone who chooses not to wear one."

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Read more: All the ‘Plan B’ restrictions announced and when they will take effect

He also said in his statement that we can expect restrictions on visits to care homes to be eased shortly too, with Health Secretary Sajid Javid said to be setting out plans "in the coming days".

The Prime Minister said the decision to legally lift all Plan B restrictions on 27 January comes after Omicron cases were seen to be falling across the UK, and on the basis that he believes the wave had likely peaked nationally.

According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the highest number of new cases reported on a single day during the current wave was 218,724 on 4 January, but the body said COVID infection levels have now fallen in most parts of the UK for the first time since early December, and official figures showed that only 108,069 positive cases of COVID-19 and 359 COVID-related deaths were recorded in the latest 24-hour period as of 9am on Wednesday, which suggests that the peak may have passed.

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Mr Johnson suggested he would start treating COVID more like the flu, saying: "There will soon come a time when we can remove the legal requirement to self-isolate altogether, just as we don't place legal obligations on people to isolate if they have flu.

"As COVID becomes endemic, we will need to replace legal requirements with advice and guidance, urging people with the virus to be careful and considerate of others."

He said the government would set out its long-term strategy for "living with COVID".

While the decision to lift Plan B restrictions may have please a number of the Prime Minister's Tory backbenchers amid the ongoing 'partygate' scandal and growing pressures for him to resign, a number of senior medics, however, have criticised the decision and said it's "not guided by data".

Dr Chaand Nagpaul - Chair of the British Medical Association (BMA) Council - said scrapping the measures at such a fast pace "risks creating a false sense of security" while the NHS is still under crippling pressure

Matthew Taylor - Chief Executive of the NHS Confederation representing health bodies - also cautioned that now "is not the time for complacency about this virus".

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Prime Minister Boris Johnson urges caution over the Omicron variant as he announces self-isolation rules for those who test positive for #COVID19 will expire on March 24.

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We can all agree that a good night's sleep is priceless, right? Snoring can really get in the way of that though.

According to the latest statistics by the BSSAA, it’s believed that 41.5% of the UK adult population snore, with approximately 15 million snorers in the UK.

The sound of snoring apparently affects the sleep of around 30 million people, but if you are one of the 25% of sleepers in the UK who are kept awake at night by your partner’s snoring, or if you are in the 10% of the nation that often wakes themselves up with the sound of your own nocturnal grunts, then now is your moment.

UK sleep brand Silentnight is on the hunt for five serious snorers to test some new sleep products in 2022 - and they'll be paid £300 for their efforts.

The lucky snorers will receive a sleep bundle worth up to £700.

This will include a king-sized rolled mattress from the award-winning Studio by Silentnight collection, a pair of innovative Anti-Snore pillows designed to encourage improved breathing, and a ‘So Snug’ 13.5 tog winter duvet to keep snorers cosy.

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Speaking on the new role that's up for grabs, Kat Collins - Senior Brand Manager for Silentnight - said: "As the UK’s most trusted sleep brand, we think it’s important to celebrate all types of sleepers and so are giving back to snorers across the country with an exciting new role this year.

"But, this is official business and we’re looking for applicants who take their sleep seriously.

"As part of our mission to change how people sleep for the better, we know that customers’ feedback on our products is fundamental to our future launches so can’t wait to hear our new ‘employees’ thoughts."

For the snorers who think they're ready to take on the challenge, it really couldn't easier to enter and throw your name into the hat.

You'll just need to follow these three simple steps:

1. Complete the entry form on the Silentnight website
2. Sign up to Silentnight’s newsletter.
3. Follow Silentnight Beds on Instagram OR Facebook.

If you're lucky enough to be chosen as a winner, Silentnight will contact you via email, and will even remove and recycle your old mattress for free, if needed.

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We’re searching for 5 serious snorers to test our products in 2022 – and get paid £300 for it! On top of that, the lucky winners will receive a sleep bundle worth up to £700.

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A new spin-off series of Come Dine With Me is on the hunt for chefs and restaurateurs in Greater Manchester.

Come Dine With Me: The Professionals is a new twist on the classic daytime reality show.

It will see hospitality professionals, rather than amateur home cooks, battle it out to be crowned the best independent restaurant in their city.

Each self-contained episode will feature three local restaurants competing for a cash prize to be shared amongst the staff.

Due to air later this year, the programme will be formatted in a similar way to Four In A Bed, with two people from each restaurant representing the whole business.

The competitors will dine in each other's restaurants during a normal service and mark their experience out of 20.

Come Dine With Me: The Professionals will still be narrated by the iconic voice of Dave Lamb.

Simone Haywood from MultiStory Media, which produces the show, said: "Come Dine With Me: The Professionals pays homage to one of the nation’s most-loved industries.

"We’re looking forward to heading across the country to meet some of the UK’s best restaurateurs and chefs in this new twist on our classic format."

MultiStory Media’s CEO Tim Carter said: "For 15 glorious years, we've been celebrating the culinary creations and epic fails that pour forth from the Nation's home kitchens.

"Now, as they recover from the battering of the last couple of years, Come Dine With Me cheers on Britain's restaurants with its customary love note to gastronomic endeavour."

Channel 4’s Jo Street added: "Come Dine With Me continues to be one of Channel 4’s best loved programmes with many memorable dinners served all over the UK in over 2,000 episodes.

Read more: Top 5 hilarious moments that actually happened on Come Dine With Me

"CDWM: The Professionals promises to really raise the stakes and we’re delighted to dish up this new extension on Channel 4 in 2022 to complement existing favourites Come Dine With Me and Couples Come Dine With Me."

If you own or work in a Greater Manchester restaurant that would like to take part in Come Dine With Me: The Professionals, email cdwm@multistory.tv.

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]]> 263523 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/stalybridge-has-been-named-greater-manchesters-town-of-culture-for-2022/ Thu, 20 Jan 2022 11:57:36 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263563

Stalybridge is set to take centre stage this year after being named Greater Manchester’s 'Town of Culture' for 2022.

Nestled in between the scenic hills of the Peak District, but within easy reach of the rest of the city-region, Tameside Council says that this prestigious accolade "shines a light on the many attributes of the post-industrial town".

Tameside is known for having a canalside setting, plenty of heritage buildings to its name, and a rich mix of independent businesses.

The new 'Town of Culture' title - which is awarded by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), and comes with a £50k grant - will enable Stalybridge to build on its "existing vibrant programme of cultural activity", according to the Council, and bring "further exciting opportunities" for residents and visitors.

The title aims to build a "lasting legacy" for the town.

Tameside Council - which led the submission for the award, working in partnership with The Bridge Cultural Consortium - said the 'Stalybridge Town of Culture Programme 2022' will "complement" existing work that's currently taking place as part of the Stalybridge Heritage Action Zone and the Town Centre Challenge.

One of the key features in the bid that won Stalybridge the prestigious title was the idea of developing a cultural programme for 2022 that will promote projects enabling people to slow down, connect with the local environment, and celebrate its cultural value, with activities and events like artist-led walks and trails, community growing projects, and outdoor theatre and storytelling.

These will tie in with existing cultural highlights in the town, such as the popular monthly Street Feast event, the Council says.

Speaking on the awarding of the accolade, Cllr Leanne Feeley - Executive Member responsible for Culture at Tameside Council - said: "I’m so proud for Stalybridge and our local community to receive this recognition.

"We already know what a fantastic, vibrant and creative place Stalybridge is, but this is an opportunity to showcase our town’s amazing cultural identity even more widely.

"Stalybridge’s cultural legacy spans the decades - it is the birthplace of the world's oldest brass band, the Stalybridge Old Band, it’s the place where the iconic First World War song ‘A Long, Long Way to Tipperary’ was written, it’s a key location in the film ‘Yanks’ featuring Richard Gere and it is where Beatrix Potter would often write and draw while visiting her family at Gorse Hall.

"In the present day, it's still a hive of cultural activity, hosting events such as the recent Royal Exchange’s The Den project and the ongoing and resoundingly successful Street Feast, and the Town of Culture title will allow us to build on this heritage and the wonderful work already taking place, while also creating new opportunities and a new tale in the town’s story.

"It’s a really exciting way to start 2022 and I look forward to what will follow."

Featured Image - Wikimedia Commons

]]> 263563 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/we-have-one-shot-at-this-and-we-cant-afford-to-get-it-wrong-why-manchester-deserves-an-underground-train-network/ Thu, 20 Jan 2022 14:55:16 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263569

Most Mancs already know there is a complex network of underground tunnels and unfinished tube shops hidden beneath their feet.

From the most famous - a Guardian telephone exchange that runs from Chinatown to Ardwick - to the Picc-Vic railway tunnel scheme, an unfinished underground railway first designed for Manchester in the early 70s, the idea of building down is hardly a new one.

But now, Manchester's new leader Councillor Bev Craig is making the case again as she squares up to the Government and HS2 Ltd - calling on them to consider an underground station for Manchester as part of a 'once in a lifetime project'.

Council bosses are warning that if the currently proposed new overground station at Manchester Piccadilly goes ahead, huge potential to future-proof the city could be squandered.

"The overground plan is the wrong one," Bev Craig said.

"It will be cheaper to build in the short term but in the long term it will cost the region’s economy much more in missed opportunities.

Read more: You can now tour Manchester’s underground canals, bunkers and shelters on Zoom

She also told The Manc: "We’re saying to government, listen if you’re going to build something in the 2040s that’s going to take Manchester into 2050s, 60s, 70s, we need something that’s going to work for us in the long term.

"There’s still some negotiation to be had on HS2 and it’s my job to make sure that we’re holding to account government if they’re not sticking to their promises."

An analysis conducted by the council shows the economic benefits to the city and region of the underground option would be £333m a year greater than those delivered by the existing plan, which would see a second overground station to be built next to the existing Manchester Piccadilly.

Whilst bosses acknowledge the overground option will still bring benefits, they say it will fail to maximise them - and even create some issues of its own, when compared with the preferred underground option.

Read more: Greater Manchester Tory MP defects to Labour party with scathing letter to Boris Johnson

They argue an overground station would swallow a great amount of vital land, as well as create the need for unwelcome infrastructure, including huge, unsightly concrete viaducts which would overshadow parts of east Manchester.

Future-proofing transport is also a concern, as modelling commissioned by the Council and TfGM (the Bechtel report) has shown that the overground would be at full capacity from day one.

This means that there would be no scope for increased passengers numbers in the year ahead, compromising both its reliability and resilience.  

By comparison, the underground option would address these issues and create a station designed to support growth and better integrate with surrounding areas and other modes of transport. 

The full statement from Councillor Bev Craig, Leader of Manchester City Council, said: “We welcome the fact that HS2 is still coming to Manchester. We know that we might be perceived as fortunate relative to other northern town and cities which are also pressing cases for rail improvements.  

“But that only makes it all the more important that what we maximise the benefits of what is being delivered, not just for the city but for the North as a whole.   

“The overground plan is the wrong one. It will be cheaper to build in the short term but in the long term it will cost the region’s economy much more in missed opportunities.  

“It will also cause greater disruption while it is constructed and leave a legacy of unsightly viaducts and other overground infrastructure which limits our ability to create new homes or jobs.   

“Restricting the potential of what will be one of the best-connected places in the country makes no sense at all.    

“Nor does creating a station with capacity restraints which will undermine its reliability and resilience from day one.  

 
 “We urge the Government and HS2 Ltd to reconsider the compelling case for an underground station.

"This would not only solve the problems posed by the overground option but would create a station empowered to support growth, jobs and other opportunities and help realise the Government’s proclaimed levelling up ambitions.

"If they want the option which delivers the greatest benefits for years to come, they need to look below the surface.”    

Feature image - Geograph

]]> 263569 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/kids-can-now-become-firefighters-at-this-new-fireground-experience-in-greater-manchester/ Thu, 20 Jan 2022 13:32:56 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263599

A new 'Fireground' experience has opened up inside an old museum, and it gives kids the chance to play at being firefighters for a day.

Newly-opened attraction Fireground Rochdale has replaced the Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum in Rochdale’s old fire station, and it has everything from fully-restored fire engines, historic horse-drawn fire carriages, and manual hand-operated pumps, to an immersive Victorian street scene, and a scene from the blitz complete with lighting and sound effects all under one roof.

But probably one of the best parts about the new attraction for children is the countless interactive display elements that are there to teach them about the fire service's impressive and extensive history.

Some of these interactive elements include fire engine toy replicas, a driving simulator game, the chance for kids to try on some firefighter costumes and helmets while sitting inside a real fire engine, and so much more.

One of the activities that's proved most-popular is the child-sized fireman's pole to slide down.

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Inside the main building of Rochdale's historic Maclure Road Fire Station, the new Fireground Rochdale is four-times bigger than the original museum.

It's part of a £1.6 million renovation project that's been five years in the making.

Explaining a little bit more about Fireground on its website, the company states that its mission is to "explore, preserve and make accessible the history of fire, fire engineering and the fire and rescue services in the Greater Manchester region and, through our collections and resources, to further the education and promotion of fire safety in the community."

And it's fair to say that the reviews for the new Fireground have been glowing, with one parent and blogger, Katrina Heywood, saying it was "the best time" after visiting with her young son Joseph last month.

Another parent left a recent review claiming the family-friendly experience is "a great place to visit with lots of history and interactive activities".

"The staff were so friendly, welcoming and engaging," another parent added in their review.

As well as getting to make the most of all of the interactive displays and historical elements of Fireground, there’s also a cafe on site serving hot drinks and cakes, as well as a small shop selling toys, helmets, books, and other firefighter-related products.

A number of events are planned at the museum later this year - including an 'Easter Trail' on 14 & 16 April, a 'Mega Machines' event on 25 June,' and a Family Fun Day' on 20 August.

Tickets for children and concessions cost £5, adults £7, or family tickets for £20, and children under the age of four visit for free.

For more information and bookings, you can visit the Fireground Rochdale website here.

Featured Image - Fireground Rochdale (via Facebook)

]]> 263599 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/feature/the-stunning-locations-near-greater-manchester-that-feature-in-hit-netflix-fantasy-drama-the-witcher/ Fri, 21 Jan 2022 13:32:00 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263610

Netflix's smash-hit fantasy series The Witcher dropped its second season just before Christmas - and a lot of it was filmed not too far from Greater Manchester.

The first instalment of The Witcher, which stars Henry Cavill, was filmed all over Europe.

But Covid travel restrictions forced the cast and crew to keep their locations a little more local for season two.

Read more: Famous films and TV shows that were shot around Manchester

It meant that many scenes of the epic fantasy, which follows mutated monster hunter Geralt, were actually filmed just up the road from Greater Manchester.

Thankfully, there are plenty of magical locations up north.

Viewers will have recognised parts of the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and other parkland as they are taken on a journey around the medieval-inspired landmass known as the Continent.

Film crews spent a lot of time in the Lake District, even having to winch people and equipment down into the caves at Hodge Close Quarry to shoot.

Eagle-eyed fans of the show quickly recognised another Cumbrian location - the familiar stepping stones and water pools of Rydal Cave.

The amazing man-made cavern is between Ambleside and Grasmere and Joey Batey even braved stripping off for a dip here in episode seven.

One of the most jaw-dropping backdrops in season two of The Witcher is also only a couple of hours from central Manchester.

The impressive Blea Tarn, with its backdrop of the Langdale Pikes, popped up in the series.

Moving on from The Lake District, crews then headed to Yorkshire and spent three days filming scenes at Gordale Scar.

The dramatic limestone gorge has 100 metre-high cliffs and two huge waterfalls, and is said to have inspired the writer William Wordsworth as well as famous artists such as J.M.W. Turner and James Ward.

The Witcher's production designer Andrew Laws said: "We began to explore Yorkshire a lot more deeply and found some just absolutely extraordinary locations up there.

"The Lakes area afforded so many variations without being too spread apart."

The series also used Plumpton Rocks, a man-made lake near Harrogate, and the ancient Fountains Abbey, for some scenes.

Featured image: Netflix

]]> 263610 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/a-new-45-million-18-storey-luxury-hotel-has-opened-in-manchester-city-centre/ Thu, 20 Jan 2022 15:41:15 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263649

A new £45 million four-star luxury hotel has opened its doors in the heart of Manchester city centre this week.

Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre - which is part of the Dalata Hotel Group, and is the company's second site in Manchester - is located on Portland Street with a wide range of shopping destinations, art galleries, bars and restaurants, and more on the doorstep, as well as being just less than a 10-minute walk away from both the convenient Piccadilly Gardens and Manchester Piccadilly railway station.

With 18-storeys and 329 bedrooms that are perfect for relaxing in after a busy day in Manchester, Clayton Hotel features sleek modern interiors, with a mezzanine overlooking the bustling bar area on the ground floor, and a stunning feature staircase.

The site of the new hotel was previously home to a 12-storey office block, which was demolished as part of the £45 million project.

In its place, the new luxury hotel has five state-of-the-art meeting rooms that are equipped with the industry-leading Clevertouch technology to host up to 153 delegates.

This makes it the perfect venue for events and to meet and do business in the city.

The hotel also provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre and a bar, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout.

And as well as both impressive business and accommodation facilities, Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre is also home to the No. 55 Restaurant & Bar, which is an ideal place to grab a bite to eat at any time of the day, and prides itself on working with local suppliers to offer a range of modern British cuisine.

Dermot Crowley - Chief Executive of the Dalata Hotel Group - said the hotel's opening this week was further evidence of the company’s confidence in Manchester and the North West region, adding that this is "the first of six new hotels that we are opening in the first half of this year".

He also said that the company is continuing to look for "further opportunities" in the large cities around the UK.

He continued: "Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre has been made possible through the hard work of our partners on the project – Russells WHBO who constructed the hotel, Property Alliance Group who put together the project as developers, and Aviva who funded the scheme."

Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre has created 87 new jobs.

"We recognise the current challenges in recruiting and retaining people in the hospitality industry as a result of COVID," Mr Crowley admitted, "but we look to overcome these challenges by offering people opportunities to grow their careers in Dalata within a culture of integrity, fairness and inclusion."

"I look forward to seeing this new hotel become an established part of the Manchester community in the coming months and years," he concluded.

Alex Russell - Managing Director of Property Alliance Group - said the opening of is the "culmination of several years of planning and hard work by the whole project team," and that it's "fantastic" to see the hotel begin to welcome its first Manchester visitors.

Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre also holds the 'We’re Good to Go' industry standard, which demonstrates a commitment to comply with all COVID-19 safety guidelines, and you can find more information here.

Featured Image - Clayton Hotels

]]> 263649 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/another-man-arrested-for-sending-abusive-emails-to-labour-deputy-angela-rayner/ Thu, 20 Jan 2022 14:54:58 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263655

Another man has been arrested after a string of "abusive" emails were sent to the Labour Party's deputy leader Angela Rayner.

In what is said to be part of an ongoing investigation into emails sent to a woman in the Ashton-under-Lyne area, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) and Sussex Police confirmed that officers have arrested a 68-year-old man at an address in Brighton yesterday on suspicion of sending malicious communications.

The emails were confirmed to have been sent to Ms Rayner on 17 November 2021.

The man - which GMP said has now been released on bail - is the fourth person to have been arrested so far as part of the investigation, and comes after one man was sentenced last October to 15 weeks in prison, suspended for 18 months, after pleading guilty.

In a statement issued on the progressing matter this week, Ms Rayner thanked the police for their action in the investigation.

https://twitter.com/GMPTamesideN/status/1484123931674038273?s=20

Read more: Man, 36, sentenced for sending ‘abusive’ email to deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner

A spokesperson for the Rayner said: "We are working with the police to ensure that the perpetrators of these crimes are brought to justice and Angela would like to thank the police for their work during these investigations.

"Abuse and threats of this nature don't just have an impact on Angela but also on her family, her children and her staff, who are on the receiving end of these communications."

Angela Rayner has been the Labour MP for Ashton-under-Lyne since 2015.

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He was arrested on suspicion of malicious communications and has since been released on bail.

This latest arrest relates to abusive emails sent to the woman on 17 November.

Four arrests have been made so far as part of the investigation and enquiries are ongoing.

— GMP Tameside North and East (@GMPTamesideN) January 20, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/feature/never-before-seen-footage-of-the-ira-bomb-aftermath-and-the-legendary-pub-landlord-who-witnessed-it-all/ Fri, 21 Jan 2022 15:18:56 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263684

It was a sunny day in June when the face of Manchester was changed forever by the IRA bomb that tore the city centre apart.

A 90-minute warning about the lorry bomb, made with a phone call from the IRA, led to a massive evacuation effort of some 75,000 people.

Miraculously, no one died - but the attack deliberately targeted Manchester's economy and, in today's money, caused £1.3 billion-worth of damage.

Previously unseen footage given to The Manc and shared below shows just how widespread the impact was, with ceiling panels hanging down in the Arndale, road signs knocked askew, and windows shattered.

While the scars left on the city by the atrocity on Saturday 15 June 1996 may have been patched over, the memories are still just as vivid for those who were in the city centre that day.

One such eye-witness is a familiar face around Manchester, and landlord of one of our most legendary pubs.

This is Gerard Ford, better known as Ged, the man behind The Millstone pub in the Northern Quarter where the karaoke blasts from morning til night.

He met with us for the latest episode of our The Manc Meets series.

Back in the 1990s, Ged was in charge of The Blob Shop, a long-lost institution on High Street that specialised in 'cheap wine, cheap beer, and plenty of blobs' (a mix of Australian white wine, hot water and lemon. Ged sold 6,000 a week).

When he arrived to work that day, he could never have imagined that he'd be sitting in the rubble drinking beer with police officers just hours later.

He told us: "I'll never forget that day, because it was a beautiful day - it was all blue skies and everyone was in a great mood and all that, and then you heard all the things going on, sirens and things.

"And the police coming in saying to people 'You've got to move out, you've got to move out of the pub'.

"Truthfully, a lot of people said 'No. I'm staying here for a few pints. If I'm going to go, I'll go with a pint in my hand'."

Eventually, Ged's punters were coaxed out of their local and down the road - to another pub.

His customers were safely drinking in The Merchants on Oldham Road (now The Crafty Pig), but Ged was still standing in The Blob Shop when the IRA's 1,500kg bomb was detonated.

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"The phone happened to ring, and I was in the off-licence which is the window on High Street," he said.

"I put the phone to my right ear, the bomb went off - the reason I'm saying that is because it blew my ear in, it blew my ear drum in.

"And it blew all the panels off the wall. All the windows came in, everything came in when the bomb went off. It was unbelievable."

After being evacuated, one of Ged's employees told him that she'd left her purse at the Blob Shop - including her house keys.

He continued: "I knew how to get down the back streets to the Blob Shop.

"As I was crossing the road I heard the police shout 'There's a bloke!' and they chased after me."

Ged was quickly emptying the cash from the tills and fetching his friend's purse when the police rushed through the open doors after him.

He says they were shouting 'we've got him Serge, we've got him'.

"I put my hands up and said 'I'm the manager, I've had to go and get this girl's purse and I've just got to take all my cash downstairs and put it in the safe. I've got to do all these things.'

"I was [shaking with] adrenaline and so were the policemen, so I said to them 'Well while we're here, let's have a pint!'

"And I promise, and this is the God's gospel truth, we all had three pints each, just like that.

"They were great policemen.

"So then obviously they got me out of the Blob Shop and they had to walk me down Church Street in the middle of the street with the policemen with me, to make sure I was safe.

"All the glass was still coming out of the windows, it was still falling in from all over the place.

"When I came out with the police it was still a lovely day, obviously it was blue skies.

"All the alarms were going off, I remember all the alarms.

"Alarms for cars, alarms for all the offices. The sound of alarms all the time, it was very very eerie.

Read more: Stockport’s iconic Robinsons Brewery is to relocate after 182 years

"I can't describe it. Well, after three pints anyway! I just remember thinking 'What the hell's happened?'"

Ged's Blob Shop pub was only closed for a matter of days - it was back open for business by the middle of the week after the attack.

"People are very resilient, they want to go back to normal ways and that's what they do.

"We opened the Blob Shop again and it thrived and it thrived."

Featured Image - The Manc Group

]]> 263684 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/greater-manchesters-clean-air-zone-plan-has-been-referred-back-to-the-government-for-review/ Fri, 21 Jan 2022 07:38:02 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263694

It has now been confirmed that Greater Manchester's Clean Air Zone plan has been referred back to the government for review over concerns it will cause "real hardship" for some residents in the region.

It comes after all 10 Greater Manchester councils met to discuss the plan yesterday.

The idea that the plan would be referred back to the government was already on the cards after Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) issued a statement on the matter last week, with bosses explaining that there is a "fundamental concern" that certain global and national factors may "impact on the ability" of local businesses and individuals to upgrade their vehicles, and whether the current support package agreed with government of £120 million would be sufficient.

The authority said that "emerging evidence" from businesses and trade has highlighted significant challenges related to supply chain issues and inflation.

They also say that more money is needed for taxis, vans, minibuses, and coaches.

Read more: Leaders in Greater Manchester ask the government for an ‘urgent review’ of the Clean Air Zone

In the statement, Eamonn Boylan - the Chief Executive of GMCA - said that they would be seeking approval from the secretary of state for an "urgent" review into the launch of the Clean Air Zone to "identify how a revised policy can be agreed to deal with the supply issues and local businesses’ ability to comply with the plan".

GMCA believes more work is needed to understand whether this could create significant financial hardship for commercial vehicle users.

Mayor Andy Burnham said he is "pleased" that the councils voted for the plan's referral.

https://twitter.com/AndyBurnhamGM/status/1484136241201356800?s=20

Taking to Twitter to share the news and comment on the referral confirmation, Mr Burnham said: "I am pleased that Greater Manchester councils have just voted to refer the Clean Air Zone back to the government [as] GM has tried in good faith to make the government’s legal direction work.

"However, changes in the vehicle market mean it is impossible to proceed on the current basis without causing real hardship to some of our residents.

"We remain committed to tackling illegal levels of air pollution in GM as soon as possible.

"This decision opens up the space for urgent, joint discussions with the government about potential changes to make the scheme fair for everyone [and] I am listening to people’s concerns and will always stand up for GM.

"I am not the final decision-maker but will do everything I can, working with government, to get this to the right place.

"I know it’s difficult but bear with us and I will keep you posted on progress."

https://twitter.com/AndyBurnhamGM/status/1484139525542719493?s=20

What is the Greater Manchester Clean Air Zone?

In case you haven’t noticed, signs informing members of the public that the controversial scheme will begin to take effect from 30 May 2022 have been going up across the region over the last couple of months, with the roadside cameras to enforce the new policy across said to be being installed later on this year.

Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras will be used enforce any non-payment of daily charges that will come with the Greater Manchester Clean Air Zone.

The Greater Manchester Clean Air Zone is said to be “designed to protect everyone’s health by bringing harmful nitrogen dioxide air pollution at the roadside within legal limits as soon as possible.”

While private cars, motorbikes, and mopeds won’t be affected, some vehicles that do not meet emissions standards – known as ‘non-compliant vehicles’ – will be charged to drive in the Clean Air Zone, with charges ranging from £7.50 for taxis and private hire vehicles, and £10 for vans and minibuses, all the way through to £60 for buses, coaches, and HGVs.

Daily charges will also occur for campervans and motorhomes too, depending on the tax class of the vehicle.

As much of the region has started to become more aware of the scheme since signs have gone up, and have begun to learn of the charges involved, this has thus prompted critique and generated widespread conversation on how local businesses will be affected.

It has also resulted in a petition being set up in opposition to the scheme, which has since seen over 38,000 people and counting put their names to it and Mayor Andy Burnham respond.

The petition is aiming to "stop [the scheme] in its tracks".

"Can you remember being asked by [Andy Burnham] or anyone in Greater Manchester if you wanted this? We were not. What sort of democracy is that? We need to stop this in its tracks," the person who set up the petition exclaimed.

Read more: Andy Burnham responds after petition against Clean Air Zone charge gets over 16,000 signatures

Some environmentalists, however, believe the scheme does not go far enough.

You can find out more about the Clean Air Zone charges for different vehicles, and the financial support on offer here.

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GM has tried in good faith to make the Government’s legal direction work. However, changes in the vehicle market mean it is impossible to proceed on the current basis without causing real hardship to some of our residents.

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I am listening to people’s concerns and will always stand up for GM. I am not the final decision-maker but will do everything I can, working with Government, to get this to the right place.

I know it’s difficult but bear with us and I will keep you posted on progress.

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— Andy Burnham (@AndyBurnhamGM) January 20, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/stockports-iconic-robinsons-brewery-is-to-relocate-after-182-years/ Fri, 21 Jan 2022 08:58:26 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263716

A brewery which has been an icon in Stockport town centre for the last 182 years is to move its operations in a £12 million project.

Robinsons Brewery has announced plans to relocate its brewing and head office operations from its well-known central site on Lower Hillgate - also known as the Unicorn Brewery - to its packaging centre in the Stockport suburban area of Bredbury.

The £12 million project - which expected to be completed by 2025 - includes the installation of a new brewhouse, together purpose-built office accommodation.

This move means that everything the company does, from brewing, cask racking, and kegging, to bottling lines, logistics, and more will soon be housed all one site for the first time since 1949, which is said to be fulfilling a long-held ambition of the Robinson family.

The brewery's directors said it had been a "difficult decision" to relocate all operations, but assured there would be no job losses.

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In a joint statement issued on the move's announcement, Directors William and Oliver Robinson said: "It will be a wrench [as] the business has a long history in the town centre and we are very respectful of the company's role in the Lower Hillgate area.

"But the economic and logistical limitations of the site were impossible to ignore.

"Moving everything under one roof gives us the ability to provide a more modern, flexible and greener brewing and packaging operation, while reflecting the company’s heritage."

Around 50 employees will make the move from Lower Hillgate to Bredbury, and Robinsons' famous shire horses will also be moving to a new home.

As previously mentioned, there will be no compulsory job losses and Robinsons says the move will support its wider recruitment plans, which are linked to the acquisition of new pubs, and it also plans further investment in its "230-strong tenanted pub estate".

"This announcement demonstrates our commitment to writing a new chapter in our history in Stockport, continuing to brew, deliver and package award-winning cask, keg and bottled beer under 100pc family ownership," the directors added.

The brewery is currently working on proposals to reopen The Bull's Head in Stockport's Market Square later this year.

It is currently liaising with Stockport Council over possible uses for the present brewery site.

Stockport Council leader Elise Wilson said the relocation of Robinsons was "good news for jobs" in Stockport, adding: "We look forward to seeing their future plans for the town centre site as they are developed over the coming months."

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We can today announce our plans to relocate our Lower Hillgate brewing & head office operations to our packaging centre in Bredbury.
This will see the installation of a new brewhouse, together with up-to-date, purpose-built office accommodation.
More info: https://t.co/spIxqPQMAo pic.twitter.com/r8E9hJGEb1

— Robinsons Brewery (@robbiesbrewery) January 20, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/iconic-singer-and-actor-meat-loaf-has-died-aged-74/ Fri, 21 Jan 2022 08:31:07 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263729

It has just been announced that the iconic singer and actor known as Meat Loaf has died at aged 74.

Grammy Award-winning Michael Lee Aday - who was known by his stage name of Meat Loaf, and hailed from Dallas, Texas - burst onto the music scene back in the early 1970s and went on to achieve global fame, becoming one of the best-selling musical artists of all time.

The 'Bat Out Of Hell' trilogy was his most-popular musical offering, which eventually sold over 65 million albums worldwide.

As an actor, Aday has also appeared in over 50 movies and television shows throughout his revered career, sometimes as himself, and others as characters resembling his stage persona, with his most notable film roles including Eddie in The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975), and Bob Paulson in Fight Club (1999).

On stage, his work included dual roles in the original cast of The Rocky Horror Show, and he was also in the musical, Hair, both on- and off-Broadway.

His passing was confirmed in a statement on Facebook this morning, which read: "Our hearts are broken to announce that the incomparable Meat Loaf passed away tonight with his wife Deborah by his side. Daughters Pearl and Amanda and close friends have been with him throughout the last 24 hours.

"His amazing career spanned six decades that saw him sell over 100 million albums worldwide and star in over 65 movies, including Fight Club, Focus, Rocky Horror Picture Show and Wayne’s World.

"Bat Out of Hell remains one of the top 10 selling albums of all time.

"We know how much he meant to so many of you and we truly appreciate all of the love and support as we move through this time of grief in losing such an inspiring artist and beautiful man.

"We thank you for your understanding of our need for privacy at this time.

"From his heart to your souls… don’t ever stop rocking."

This is a BREAKING NEWS story - More to follow.

Featured Image - Facebook (Meat Loaf)

]]> 263729 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/a-northern-bakery-has-created-explicit-doughnuts-and-men-are-confused/ Fri, 21 Jan 2022 09:11:13 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263748

A Northern bakery has gained national attention for its latest doughnut specials - which are in the shape of vaginas.

Doe Bakehouse, which has sites in Harrogate, York, and Clitheroe, sent a box of the rude doughuts to Channel 4 star Steph McGovern.

She then tweeted a photo of them from her Steph's Packed Lunch green room, The Hoot reports.

Steph wrote: "Interesting choice of post show treats in the @PackedLunchC4 green room today......." sharing a picture of the 'vulva nuts' with her 420,000 Twitter followers.

The striking doughnuts, which come laden with flesh-pink icing, strawberry lace, a conspicuously-placed heart and multicoloured sprinkles around the edge, have left some men confused.

One person said: "The bit with the heart on is for what exactly. Asking for a friend…"

Another asked: "Why is there a tiny wee heart on each of them?"

Quick to tag in, Matt Naylor joked to the user: "You found it!"

https://twitter.com/TwoBitVisionary/status/1483825518223011844

Steph's post garnered some interesting comments, to say the least - with hundreds piling on to give their two pence on the sugary post show delicacies.

One wrote: "I'd better not speculate as to the flavour...."

Someone else quipped: "A labia of love for some baker?"

Read more: Manchester milkshake and burger bar Archie’s launches brand new breakfast menu

The doughnuts, which were first debuted by the Yorkshire bakery to its own Instagram page earlier this week, are strawberry flavoured (naturally) and also come with a concealed chocolate egg hidden within.

Clearly pleased with their new national exposure, Doe Bakehouse has also shared a screenshot of McGovern's tweet to its social media with the caption: "Because what else are you having for your lunch if it’s not a Vulva-Nut?"

If you want to get your hands on them, you'll need to pre-order and then make the trip across to pick them up - as they're currently only available for collection only.

Feature image - Doe Bakehouse

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A labia of love for some baker?

— Gareth (@TwoBitVisionary) January 19, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/tributes-pour-in-for-meat-loaf-after-rare-and-wonderful-singer-dies-aged-74/ Fri, 21 Jan 2022 11:04:34 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263764

Tributes have poured in this morning for legendary musician Meat Loaf, who has died at the age of 74.

The I'd Do Anything For Love singer passed away yesterday, with his wife, daughters and some close friends by his side.

Meat Loaf, real name Michael Lee Aday, was best-known for his Bat Out Of Hell trilogy, the debut of which remains one of the best-selling albums of all time.

Celebrities including Cher, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Stephen Fry have all posted their own tributes to the star.

Cher wrote: "Had So Much Fun With Meatloaf When We Did “Dead Ringer”. Am Very Sorry For His Family,Friends,& Fans. Am I imagining It, or Are Amazing Ppl In The Arts Dying every other Day."

Stephen Fry posted today: "I hope paradise is as you remember it from the dashboard light, Meat Loaf. Had a fun time performing a sketch with him on Saturday Live way back in the last century.

"He had the quality of being simultaneously frightening and cuddly, which is rare and rather wonderful …"

https://twitter.com/stephenfry/status/1484442598311960576

TV presenter Piers Morgan said: "RIP Meat Loaf, 74. One of rock music’s all-time great characters whose seminal iconic album Bat Out Of Hell is one of the biggest-selling records in history.

"A wondrously talented, flamboyant, funny, outrageous and rebellious chameleon. Sad news."

Boy George shared an anecdote of the star, writing: "R.I.P Meatloaf. Love and prayers to all his family and close friends. He once turned me upside down in a Chinese Restaurant in St Johns Wood."

https://twitter.com/Caitlin_Welsh/status/1484447154068688901

DJ Jo Whiley posted: "God I loved Bat Out of Hell. Soundtrack to my youth. Sad news RIP Meatloaf. Extraordinary voice Phenomenonal character."

Comedian Ed Gamble has also shared a tribute, saying: "Meat Loaf was an absolute one off and Bat Out Of Hell is a straight 10 out of 10 album. The title track is an always will be my impossibly long karaoke choice. (Also, Fight Club). RIP Meat x"

And music promoter Ade Dovey, who launched the Albert Hall gig venue in Manchester, shared a fond memory of when Meat Loaf came to visit our city.

He posted: I remember when Meat Loaf came to [Albert's] Schloss one afternoon in Manchester for PR launch of Bat Out Of Hell Musical.

"Was strange being in the same room with the chap, he wasn't well back then but he still had this rad aura of pure awesome."

Read more: Stockport’s iconic Robinsons Brewery is to relocate after 182 years

The news was shared on Facebook this morning, with a message that said: "We know how much he meant to so many of you and we truly appreciate all of the love and support as we move through this time of grief in losing such an inspiring artist and beautiful man.

"We thank you for your understanding of our need for privacy at this time.

"From his heart to your souls…don’t ever stop rocking!"

Featured image: Meat Loaf

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My friend interviewed Meat Loaf about ten years ago and he graciously signed a printed-out meme for me. A king. pic.twitter.com/ZmvRSxuViU

— Caitlin Welsh (@Caitlin_Welsh) January 21, 2022]]>

I hope paradise is as you remember it from the dashboard light, Meat Loaf. Had a fun time performing a sketch with him on Saturday Live way back in the last century - https://t.co/RxoH36OYHw

— Stephen Fry (@stephenfry) January 21, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/trending/this-company-will-actually-pay-you-30-an-hour-for-shopping-in-aldi-and-lidl-middle-aisles/ Fri, 21 Jan 2022 12:28:57 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263772

Not many feelings rival the little thrill you get when you bag yourself a bargain from the classic 'middle aisle' at Aldi or Lidl.

While the budget supermarket retailers are usually the place you head on down to to do your weekly big shop, it's fair to say that the stores' 'middle aisles' have been known to draw in the crowds more than the food on some occasions - and because of this, have earned themselves a bit of a cult following.

Whether it's bluetooth speakers, hedge trimmers, exotic meats, or literally anything else, the middle aisles are home to everything you couldn’t ever think of, but you somehow convince yourself you need once you're in there. 

Over the past couple of months, the middle aisles have been home to a new wave of products, and some have been so popular, they've sold-out in stores across the UK.

With stock so short, some people have been missing out on product drops too.

https://twitter.com/AldiUK/status/1441413204622589952?s=20

So, one discount and coupon company, WeThrift, has decided to do something about that by enlisting the help of some "savvy shoppers" and is now recruiting three members of the public for the dream job of 'Middle Aisle Shopper' who will be tasked with tracking-down and buying the latest must-have bargains from Lidl and Aldi, so that customers who weren’t able to buy them locally in store, can purchase them online via its site for the same price.

Not only is WeThrift actually paying the chosen candidates £30 an hour on a PAYG basis, each 'Middle Aisle Shopper' will also be given £500 to spend on items.

In its description for the role, WeThrift says the main aim of each shopper is "to ensure that consumers from other areas of the UK can purchase limited-edition products at the same price seen in the likes of Lidl and Aldi, if their local store sells out, via the WeThrift website."

https://twitter.com/LidlGB/status/1376539176997433344?s=20

https://twitter.com/LidlGB/status/1359464631853531137?s=20

Reckon you've got what it takes then? Fancy applying for the role of 'Middle Aisle Shopper'? WeThrift is asking that all applicants be:

• Able to work flexibly and remotely on a freelance basis.
• Over 18 years of age.
• Have access to a computer or smartphone.
• Able to travel to at least one Lidl and Aldi store.

You can find more information, and get your applications in here.

Featured Image - Aldi Corporate | WeThrift

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Is this what dreams are made of? 😍 Middle aisle serving up allllll the goods this week! #AisleOfAldi pic.twitter.com/c4TEoMJUgi

— Aldi Stores UK (@AldiUK) September 24, 2021]]>

Yeah, turning a container ship in a canal is hard, but have you tried turning a full trolley in the middle aisle? 🛒

— @LidlGB (@LidlGB) March 29, 2021]]>

“Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo?”

Shouted Juliet from the middle aisle.

— @LidlGB (@LidlGB) February 10, 2021]]> https://themanc.com/feature/the-trinnacle-the-lesser-known-beauty-spot-above-one-of-greater-manchesters-most-popular-destinations/ Fri, 21 Jan 2022 15:08:47 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263850

Standing high up above one of Greater Manchester's most popular beauty spots is a lesser-known attraction, which has just been named one of the UK's best winter hikes.

The Trinnacle is an enormous rock formation carved by centuries of extreme weather.

The view of its jagged edges with the Saddleworth Moors and reservoirs in the background is easily one of the best in the north west.

It's also a real hidden gem, despite being directly above a notoriously busy beauty spot.

The Trinnacle is actually part of the gritstone ridge directly above Dove Stone reservoir, right on the border where Oldham meets Yorkshire.

Perched on the very edge of the Peak District, it's one of the easiest hiking destinations to drive to from Manchester.

The beautiful natural wonder was recently named one of the best winter hikes by outdoor clothing retailer Blacks, nominated by Joe Dambra.

Joe said: "The Trinnacle has got to be one of my favourite places to go for a winter hike.

"Nestled above Greenfield Reservoir, this fantastic rock formation with a view is certainly worth visiting.

"Personally, I like to start the hike from Binn Green Car Park. From there you go clockwise, past Greenfield Reservoir, then climb the brook up onto the moors. Follow the moors for around 20 minutes and you will have arrived at the Trinnacle.

The scenery around here is spectacular, especially when you reach the top. The walk itself is quite easy, bar the climb up the brook (particularly in the snow).

"There are great vistas to enjoy the whole way there; however, the view from the Trinnacle itself is my absolute favourite!"

You can hike up to The Trinnacle in a circular route just short of 8km to soak in these incredible views, or extend the walk by a few more kilometres to include a loop of Dove Stone reservoir itself.

Be warned though - the weather can turn quickly up here and if you're an inexperienced hiker, you can quickly find yourself in trouble if wind, rain and fog set in.

If you are planning to head up into the hills, make sure you have everything you'd need for all weather events, even if it is blue skies and sunshine when you set off.

The route itself is moderate in good weather, though can get very muddy up on the top.

Read more: The stunning locations near Greater Manchester that feature in hit Netflix fantasy drama The Witcher

The trickiest section is when you reach the beautiful Greenfield Waterfall.

It's a bit of scramble up it, especially when it's been raining and the falls are in full force - but all worth it for the views.

Featured image: Instagram @dad.daughter.adventures / Instagram @joe.dambra

]]> 263850 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/a-mancs-guide-to-chinatown-manchester-restaurants-uk/ Fri, 21 Jan 2022 15:49:00 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=262997

Manchester's Chinatown is the second-largest in the UK and the third-biggest in Europe.

First established over 100 years ago by Chinese immigrants drawn to seek their fortunes within the booming industrial heartlands of Cottonopolis, it might be little more than a mile in width - but it's still packed with great restaurants, cultural artefacts and some surprising, hidden histories.

Many say the area's beginnings are rooted in the restaurant business, still Chinatown was not really recognised until the 1970s - despite the arrival of its first restaurant in the forties and the official opening of a Chinese consulate in the 30s.

It was also once 'ground zero' for some secret intelligence operations.

Containing a secret doorway to the Guardian Telephone Exchange on George Street, to this day underneath its many cafes, restaurants, karaoke bars and bakeries lies a fortified nuclear bunker stretching out for 30m, attached in turn to more than four miles of underground tunnels that stretch all the way up to Ardwick.

The bunker's existence was denied by officials until 1967 - ten years after it was built - and the tunnels still exist today, albeit unoccupied. Sadly, they are not open to the public.

Still, there's plenty more to see. As you wander the streets, look up and you'll stumble across innumerable plaques and listed buildings.

The most famous, of course, is the ornate Paifang archway - an official gift from Beijing and the only one of its kind in Europe.

Covered in gold leaf, lacquer and traditional symbols of luck and prosperity, following a lengthy construction it was officially opened in 1987 and remains a massive tourist attraction today.

Beyond that, there are plenty of shops, supermarkets, late-night karaoke spots and great eateries to discover. Keep reading to get to grips with exactly where you need to go when in Chinatown.

Shopping

Retail in Chinatown is dominated by Asian supermarkets like Hang Won Hong, Wing Fat and Woo Sang - each with their own individual quirks.

The smallest, Wing Fat, is a favourite with locals - stocking the likes of vacuum packed Chinese sausages alongside fresh, whole fish, shellfish, and bulging polystyrene packets of pork belly in its fridges. You'll also find traditional Chinese medicine here and a fresh grocery section out front.

Hang Won Hong, a personal favourite, does it all - with further subsections for other east Asian products from the likes of Korea and Japan.

With fresh veg on your right as you come down the stairs, there's a fridge area with fresh meat, fish, herbs, salted eggs and kimchi; a snacking section, small beer and large soft drinks selection, innumerable rice and noodles, and a full area dedicated to cooking equipment next to the freezers.

As for Woo Sang, here you'll find fortune cookies for 99p and the brilliant Hunan restaurant upstairs - the only one of its kind in the north west, according to its owner (more on that later).

Rare trainers, tea sets, gifts and more

But that's not all shoppers have to discover here. Sneaker63 consignment store, tucked beneath Faulkner street's Japanese sushi bar, Wasabi, sells super rare trainers and is stuffed with cool artefacts from brands like Kaws, Supreme, Off White and Parra.

Trainers here can go for as much as £6,000 pounds, but even if you've not got the cash to splash it's still worth having a look inside - where you'll find signed basketballs, a fan-made Supreme mini-arcade game and other hypebeast arcana.

Just off the main square there's also the T LA art and craft gallery, a gift shop that's been trading since 1986. Here you'll find Chinese art materials, new year decorations (this year's celebration falls on 1st February 2022), tea sets, bowls, wind charms, incense sticks and more.

Food and drink

Food has always been at the heart of Manchester's Chinatown. The area is famous for its affordable cafes, bakeries, and award-winning restaurants, where chefs often add a northern twist to traditional Chinese cooking styles.

Manchester's first Chinese restaurant, Ping Hong, opened here in 1948, and back then Anglo-Chinese cuisine was very much the order of the day.

Over 60 years later, chefs are still putting a modern British twist on traditional recipes and cooking methods. The scene, once dominated by Cantonese cooking, is now more varied with dishes from provinces like Beijing, Shanghai, Hunan and Szechuan growing in popularity.

Packed in between Portland and Princess streets, today there are loads of different Chinese eateries to discover - but don't be surprised to find restaurants serving up all manner of cuisines.

A haven of cultural integration, Chinese and Japanese, Nepalese, Thai and Vietnamese restaurants all jostle for attention, with more piled high above street level.

With over 100 different places to choose from, hungry visitors are spoilt for choice.

Dim Sum, roast meats and hot pot

For seriously good dim sum, a staple at any good Chinese restaurant, try Mei Dim - a nondescript-looking basement canteen with massive laminated, pictorial menus. Ignore the grumpy naysayers online, the fact that the customer base here is 99% Chinese speaks volumes as to the true quality of the food.

Yang Sing is another must, with tea a speciality here. Sourced from the same master, Mr Wong, for over 40 years, there's even a pairing menu to go with your dim sum. First opened in 1977 by Harry Yeung, Yang Sing has won more than 40 awards to date.

Little Yang Sing, a separate operation run by Harry's cousin, Warren, is worth a visit too and boasts a great lunchtime set menu option, as is Happy Seasons - renowned locally for its roast meats, which range from fatty cuts of pork belly to rich, lacquered whole ducks. Go early, though, as these start selling out from as early as 12pm.- they're that popular.

If it's hot pot you're looking for, add XiongQi Hot Pot to your list. A relatively new addition to the famous Faulkner street, hot broth steams at the centre of your table - ready for you to cook whatever you like in it. Options for veggies and vegans are numerous, as are traditional choices like tripe, ox tongue, mutton and prawn mash with bamboo fungus.

Bubble tea, bakeries and dessert parlours

This part of town is also known for its great bakeries, cheap cafes and dessert parlours.

For bubble tea, the Taiwanese drink that's taken Manchester's Chinatown (and the world) by storm, head to WooTea on George Street where they make their own boba - aka tapioca pearls. This also stars in the desserts, which include indulgent cream-loaded lava cakes.

There's also Cha-Time, ICFT (I Come From Taiwan), Happy Lemon, or Ohayo Tea - the latter a dog-friendly, Japanese Shiba Inu themed tea house lauded for its fruit teas, which use real, freshly brewed fruit.

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Bakery-wise, one of Chinatown's most famous, Ho's, is sadly no more. Home to the £1.50 pork bun and a staple in the area for more than fourty years, it closed earlier this year - leaving competitor Wong Wong with some big shoes to fill.

Small Chinese bakery Wong Wong was first opened on Princess street in 2003 and sells a range of freshly baked traditional and contemporary Chinese buns, loaves, cakes, pastries and even wedding cakes. Opt for a custard bun here, or try the char siu or bolo buns with butter and a traditional milk tea.

Japanese dessert and tea barTsujiri Matcha is also worth a visit. As the name suggests, it specialises in matcha and stocks all sorts of delights, including matcha-flavoured lattes, ice cream basque cheesecakes, roll cakes and chocolate tartes.

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For some of the best Japanese food in the city, Yuzu on Charlotte street's from-scratch cooking is a must. Expect spot-on execution of classics like gyoza, yakitori, katsu and chicken karaage, alongside fresh, silken sashimi served 'don' style atop warm, vinegared sushi rice - not to mention an excellent sake bar.

Faulkner street's Vietnamese kitchen Pho Cue, meanwhile, combines traditional cooking methods with a good measure of wild-card modernity. The weekly lobster pho, chargrilled on an in-house barbecue, is legendary - but you'll also find some surprises, like Vietnamese tacos with a crisp rice pancake, listed alongside its traditional bun (spicy soup noodles) and bahn mi.

Red Chilli, said to be the first to serve spicy Sichuan cuisine in town, gets a lot of love, as does Hunan restaurant on the first floor above Chinatown's Woo Sang supermarket. It's the only one of its kind in the north west, according to its owner, serving traditional Hunan cuisine from the mainland.

Teppanyaki Chinatown also deserves an honorable mention, especially if it's theatre you're looking for. Chefs here use an iron griddle to cook your food in front of you, with flames shooting into the air as meat, fish, eggs and rice are expertly manoeuvered under your nose.

Nightlife and hotels

When it comes to nightlife in Chinatown, it's all about the karaoke bars and casinos. These run into the early hours and vary in style.

For karaoke, choose from Orchid Lounge, Vina or K2 Karaoke, with the latter probably the closest thing you'll get to a Chinese nightclub outside of Shanghai.

As for casinos, there's the 24-hour Grosvenor on George street, or Genting and Napoleon's found just round the corner on Portland street, which remain open until 5 and 6am in the morning respectively.

Gaming isn't just restricted to the casinos, though, and many people will gather in backrooms to play games like Mah-jong, poker and Pai Gow.

Just about edging into Chinatown's nightlife is Seven Oaks, a traditional English pub behind Han Won Hong supermarket.

Open to all in the day with a 'husband creche' service, by night this nondescript drinking hole becomes a secret bar for hospitality staff only - requiring proof of employment by way of a payslip to gain access via the side door.

Hotel-wise, the district's proximity to Princess and Portland street means you've numerous choices. Roomz, Ibis and Novotel offer comfortable budget accommodation, or for a more upmarket stay look at neighbouring hotels Brooklyn, Townhouse, or The Midland.

Culture

When many people think about culture in Chinatown, their minds likely go straight to Chinese New Year - admittedly a great time to visit the area.

Falling at the beginning of February in 2022, red lanterns line the streets, which soon become filled with people who flock here to watch the dragon parade, live performances and fireworks display - as well as to visit the pop-up Chinese market.

The rest of the year, many tourists are drawn here to visit the famous Paifang Chinese archway and pagoda that dominate Chinatown's central square.

Read more: All the celebrations lined up for Chinese New Year 2022 in Manchester

Decorated with dragons and phoenixes, visitors could be forgiven for thinking the ornately carved Paifang had been here for centuries. In fact, it only arrived in 1986.

Specially built in China and then shipped over in three huge containers, it took months to assemble and was originally covered in a traditional Chinese mortar mix using pigs' blood when it landed here in 1986.

Covered in gold leaf, lacquer and traditional symbols of luck and prosperity, following a lengthy construction it was officially opened in 1987 and remains a massive tourist attraction today.

Elsewhere, on the cusp of Chinatown, you'll find the impressive Manchester Art Gallery backed onto George street and, at its heart, the Rain City tattoo collective - another artistic enclave offering its clients a mixture of classic, contemporary and considered tattooing.

Property

According to Rightmove, properties in Chinatown had an overall average price of £660,000 over the last year including business premises.

Residential properties in the wider city centre, meanwhile, averaged sales of £228,211.

According to rentoo.co.uk, rental properties in the neighbouring Piccadilly, Northern Quarter, Manchester City Centre (M1) area average £1,018, with one bed or studios costing private tenants roughly £897 per month.

Transport

Chinatown is a short walk from Manchester's Piccadilly bus station or the tram stop at St Peter's Square. Further buses can be caught in and out of the city from neighbouring Portland street and Princess street.

The closest train station is Oxford road, just an eight-minute walk away, but Piccadilly station is also close at a distance of just 10 minutes when travelling on foot.

The Manchester bus and coach station on Chorlton street is also within spitting distance.

Feature image - The Manc Group

]]> 262997 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/sport/represent-manchester-in-a-free-cross-city-fifa-battle-launching-this-month-talktalk/ Mon, 24 Jan 2022 12:38:13 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263556

A new cross-city gaming battle is launching in Manchester later this month, giving FIFA fans the chance to play in a FIFA 22 tournament against fellow gamers in Liverpool, Birmingham and Leeds.

The Future Fibre City Clash will see gamers across the four cities will go head-to-head from the comfort of their own homes for a chance to win a £500 cash prize and six months free Future Fibre broadband, plus an Amazon eero, all courtesy of TalkTalk.

The top two players from each city who make it through to the qualifying stages will each take home a £100 cash prize too.

Registrations for The Future Fibre City Clash are open until 28 January, with the free tournament set to kick off on 29 January.

After the qualifying stages, the championship will take place on 12 and 13 February.

The virtual tournament will be hosted on Battlefy, the leading online esports tournament platform.

Anyone can enter and players can take part in as many games as they like between 29 January and 6 February.

Players will need to enter their Manchester postcode to register their details, and have access to a PlayStation 4 or Xbox.

The Future Fibre City Clash will find the top FIFA gaming city but will also discover if Manchester has the best gaming skills, showcasing which city has the most goals and the most wins throughout the competition.

Ben Cooper, head of marketing – FTTP at TalkTalk, said: "We’re so excited to launch The Future Fibre City Clash as we make fast, affordable, full fibre broadband more widely available in Manchester.

"Our Future Fibre packages use the UK’s latest full fibre technology and next generation home Wi-Fi from Amazon eero, meaning they can handle multiple devices at once with ease and without lag or buffering – making it the perfect broadband package for gamers.

"We look forward to seeing gamers represent their city throughout the virtual FIFA tournament and would encourage anyone to join in and have a go at winning some points for their city."

The Future Fibre City Clash follows the launch of TalkTalk’s Future Fibre packages, with top average download speeds of 900Mb/s in Manchester.

The packages combine the benefits of Wi-Fi 6 technology and 100% full fibre connection, making them up to 24 times faster and up to five times more reliable than standard broadband.

Read more: This company will pay noisy snorers £300 to test out new sleep products

Future Fibre packages have enough bandwidth to handle 75+ connected devices at once.

TalkTalk is also the only major UK provider to include Amazon's award-winning eero 6 series routers as standard with all its fibre packages.

To find out more about The Future Fibre City Clash, visit battlefy.com/futurefibre.

For more information on Future Fibre, visit new.talktalk.co.uk/broadband/fttp.

Featured image: Photo by JESHOOTS.COM on Unsplash

]]> 263556 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/this-terminally-ill-altrincham-man-is-running-5k-every-day-in-2022-to-raise-money-for-charity/ Fri, 21 Jan 2022 15:28:07 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263878

A terminally ill man from Altrincham is currently running 5k everyday for 365 days in a bid to raise as much money as he can for charity.

Keen runner Tony Collier has completed countless running events throughout his life - including 20 marathons in just 2017 alone - and was training for one of the world's toughest ultramarathons that very same year when he noticed a pain in his groin that prompted him to go and get a check-up at the doctors.

Tony was sadly diagnosed with terminal prostate cancer at aged 60, and was given the worst case prognosis of two years.

"I was training for an ultra marathon but was being hampered by a groin strain," Tony told ITV Granada.

"So I went for a scan and I got a call the next day saying I had cancer.

"It spread into the pelvis, hips, rib, spine, neck and skull and I was given the worst case prognosis of two years and that's four and a half years ago.

"Being told you've got cancer is devastating, being told they can't cure it is indescribable and you go into the depths of despair [and] I spent 18 months feeling very sorry for myself but then I realised, you've got to live life to the full."

He was determined to not give up on his active lifestyle.

So, adamant that "exercise has been a vital part of coping with my diagnosis and I believe that it will extend my prognosis", Tony decided to set himself the challenge of completing a 5k run every day throughout 2022 to help other people get active and to raise funds for a very worthy charity in the process - MOVE.

MOVE is embarking on a mission to inspire people to #MoveAgainstCancer by providing practical and online support to children and young living with and beyond cancer.

Promoting the power of exercise, the charity is encouraging people to get involved with its '5k Your Way' challenge - which is linked to parkrun - and Tony has become the charity's regional champion for the North West to help develop the initiative across the region.

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"Being diagnosed with cancer means people face an extremely tough journey," Tony said via his JustGiving page.

"There is so much thrown at you both physically and mentally during treatment and it doesn’t just stop there... [so] I hope to raise a few quid to support MOVE's amazing work."

You can find more information, and donate to Tony's JustGiving page here.

Featured Image - Tony Collier (via runningintocancer.com)

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Having broadcast my daft idea to try to run or hike at least 5k every day in 2022 on BBC North West I guess I’ve now got to do it. As I am why not try to raise some funds for @cancer5kYourWay via @MOVEcharity along the way? Donations gratefully received https://t.co/SfkXJY0eKB

— Tony Collier BEM (@ethansgrumps) December 27, 2021]]> https://themanc.com/property/former-rackhams-house-of-fraser-building-set-for-ambitious-revamp/ Fri, 21 Jan 2022 16:38:14 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263922

A landmark building in Altrincham which was once home to House of Fraser is set to undergo a huge refurbishment.

The former Rackhams building will be renamed and overhauled to become a blend of workspace, retail and leisure.

It's part of Trafford Council and Bruntwood Works' ongoing improvements to the Stamford Quarter.

Plans for the new Foundation building were approved by the council's planning committee in a meeting on Thursday.

Read more: Altrincham named ‘best place to live’ in the North West for the second year running

The old department store shut down in 2018 but will now be converted and extended to provide 50,000 sq ft of commercial workspace, and 25,000 sq ft of retail and leisure space.

Once the work is completed, the building will be the first regional Pioneer building, part of a £100m programme.

It's hoped that Foundation will encourage more people to visit the heart of Altrincham town centre, supporting the long-term growth of the local economy.

The plans that have now been approved include space for a cafe, restaurant and retail on the ground floor, spilling out into Stamford Square.

Elsewhere, there will be a gym and wellness area and extensive storage for bikes, hoping to encourage a cycling commute.

A 340 sq m living wall in the atrium, and an external green wall, with feed into Bruntwood's biophilia vision, connection people and nature while reducing noise levels.

The building will also have its insulation and airtightness improved to make it more sustainable.

A new two-storey extension is set to be added on to the old Rackhams building, with new terraces and a solar panel system on the roof.

The vision is for Stamford Square to become a focal point for Altrincham's existing high street.

Cllr Andrew Western, leader of Trafford Council, said: "Trafford Council has carried out a huge amount of work in Altrincham and we are very proud of what we have achieved.

"The Council has been at the forefront of the regeneration of the town centre in recent years including our work on the successful Market Quarter, public realm works and Altrincham Business Improvement District.

"The Rackhams building is close to the hearts of people who live in Altrincham and following close consultation with residents we will redevelop it to meet the needs of a modern town centre with a mix of workspace, retail and leisure.

"This project will help Altrincham become an even more successful town centre and I for one will be delighted to see it take shape."

Read more: A Manc’s guide to: Chinatown, the second-largest in the whole of the UK

Andrea George, town centre and consumer brands director at Bruntwood Works, said: "Altrincham is already a town centre success story, bucking the story of decline that has defined so many of its peers around the country.

"The pandemic’s lasting impact on where people want to spend more time to work, shop and play locally means there is an opportunity to deepen and strengthen its offering. That’s what Foundation will do.

"It will give Altrincham all the ingredients that the high streets of tomorrow need. By blending premium workspaces, retail and leisure, we’re providing a new and much-needed amenity that complements the existing operators within Stamford Quarter and the wider town centre.

"We can’t wait to see Foundation take shape and underpin this new chapter for Altrincham."

Featured image: Supplied

]]> 263922 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/a-new-law-giving-cyclists-priority-at-roundabouts-comes-into-force-this-week/ Fri, 21 Jan 2022 16:28:31 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263926

A new law is coming into force in the UK this week, and it means cyclists now have priority at roundabouts.

From 29 January, a change to the Highway Code means drivers will need to take greater care when approaching roundabouts, as the 'signals and position' section of the rules guide will advise drivers who now has priority in that context.

Under the new law, those who can cause the most harm on the roads will bear a higher burden of responsibility to prevent accidents, and in theory, this should increase awareness and cause less injuries and deaths on the road.

Currently, Rule 187 warns drivers to "watch out for and give plenty of room to" a number of other road users, but now, the new section under Rule 186 says that road users should give priority to cyclists on roundabouts.

It reads: "You should give priority to cyclists on the roundabout.

"They will be travelling more slowly than motorised traffic [so] give them plenty of room and do not attempt to overtake them within their lane.

"Allow them to move across your path as they travel around the roundabout.

"Cyclists, horse riders and horse drawn vehicles may stay in the left-hand lane when they intend to continue across or around the roundabout and should signal right to show you they are not leaving the roundabout.

"Drivers should take extra care when entering a roundabout.

"This is to ensure that they do not cut across cyclists, horse riders or horse drawn vehicles in the left-hand lane, who are continuing around the roundabout."

Some of the other changes that are being made include drivers being instructed to give more space when overtaking cyclists.

Speaking ahead of the new law coming into force, a spokesperson for the Department for Transport said: "The proposed upcoming changes to the Highway Code will improve safety for cyclists, pedestrians and horse riders.

"The department has established a working group of key organisations to ensure that messages about the changes are as widespread as possible and our well-established Think! campaign will continue to ensure all road users are aware both when these changes come into effect and beyond."

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]]> 263926 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/john-lewis-to-pay-full-sick-pay-for-unvaccinated-staff-and-says-it-wouldnt-be-right-not-to/ Mon, 24 Jan 2022 08:52:40 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263972

John Lewis has said that it will continue to pay all its staff full sick pay if they have to self-isolate, regardless of their vaccination status.

The retailer says it would not be "right" to differentiate.

Following the recent confirmations by retailers IKEA, Ocado, Next, and Morrisons that they would only pay the legal minimum sick pay to unvaccinated staff if they are required to self-isolate after coming into contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19, John Lewis - which currently employs around 70,000 people in the UK - says it doesn’t "believe it’s right" to treat jabbed and unjabbed workers differently.

John Lewis's Operations Director Andrew Murphy said he "cast no judgement", and he added that the company was "not going to make any change of this type".

Taking to LinkedIn to share his views on vaccination requirements in the workplace, Mr Murphy said: "We're conscious that some businesses have changed their sick pay policy with regard to unvaccinated employees in some COVID-related absence scenarios, [but] at John Lewis, we’re not going to make any change of this type.

Read more: IKEA cuts sick pay for unvaccinated UK staff who have to self-isolate

"We’re hugely supportive of the UK vaccination programme... [but] we just don’t believe it’s right to create a link between a Partner’s vaccination status and the pay they receive.

"Leadership teams from every business have had to work incredibly hard to navigate the COVID years [as] there has been no map, guidebook or training programme to help anyone find the best way through.

"Very often, there's just a choice between a range of unappealing options.

"We're conscious that some businesses have changed their sick pay policy with regard to unvaccinated employees in some COVID-related absence scenarios, but we just don't believe it's right to create a link between a partner's vaccination status and the pay they receive."

Read more: Next is the latest retailer to slash sick pay for self-isolating unvaccinated staff

He continued in his statement: "We cast no judgement on the decisions of any other organisation.

"However, when life increasingly seems to present opportunities to create division - and with hopes rising that the pandemic phase of COVID may be coming to an end - we're confident that this is the right approach for us."

At present, people who had had at least two doses of a COVID vaccine are not required to self-isolate if they have been in close contact with someone infected – but by law, people who are unvaccinated and are contacted through the government’s ‘Test and Trace’ system must self-isolate for 10 days.

As mentioned, unjabbed employees at companies including Morrisons, IKEA, Ocado and Next who are told to isolate only get statutory sick pay of £96.35 a week, unlike their jabbed colleagues who get full sick pay.

Any worker who tests positive for COVID at these retailers will get full sick pay though, regardless of their vaccination status.

While it appears a growing number of companies in the UK are following a US-style model of slashing sick pay for unvaccinated staff, John Lewis joins other supermarket retailers Sainsbury's, Tesco, and Asda who are continuing to provide full sick pay for all employees when they are when they are isolating.

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]]> 263972 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/mcdonalds-has-removed-the-best-item-on-its-breakfast-menu-for-good-and-people-are-gutted/ Mon, 24 Jan 2022 09:48:17 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263995

McDonald's has announced that it is permanently scrapping two of its breakfast menu items.

The fast food giant posted the news today that it is 'parting ways' with parts of its early morning menu.

Gutted fans have said that the company has ditched the 'best thing' from the breakfast menu.

McDonald's confirmed this morning that both breakfast bagels and breakfast wraps would be discontinued.

They said that they part ways 'with love and deep respect for one another' following a 'trial separation period'.

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The company then tried to soften the blow by slashing the price of a McMuffin to 99p for the day.

McDonald's wrote: "Despite speculation and following a trial separation period, Breakfast Bagels & Breakfast Wraps will not be returning to the menu.

"We adore each other deeply but our love for the iconic McMuffin was simply too hard to ignore.

"We want our fans to know this is a mutual decision, to the extent that a bagel can make its own decision.

"Thank you to everyone who has supported our union. As for the rumours that there will be a new breakfast bae on the scene later this year… no comment.

"But its now time to say, "that's a wrap". And bagel. And that the McMuffin is 99p today."

Within an hour of posting, McDonald's had been flooded with thousands of comments.

One person said: "Ah the best item removed. Gutted. Lats maccys off my breakfast list."

Read more: A Northern bakery has created explicit doughnuts – and men are confused

Someone else commented: "The bagels were the only reason I went there for breakfast"

Another wrote: "Not interested in breakfast anymore. Wraps were the best! Completely ruined my morning cheers!"

One furious fan said: "Was gutted when you got rid of the big breakfast off the menu now you have removed the bagels. You now have the worse option available with the muffin it’s not a patch on the bagels and wraps!"

Featured image: Photo by Krzysztof Hepner on Unsplash

]]> 263995 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/aldi-is-selling-a-heated-dressing-gown-and-its-the-perfect-winter-warmer/ Mon, 24 Jan 2022 10:56:46 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=263996

The winter months are now here in full force, and much of Greater Manchester has woken up to some crisp weather in recent days.

After shoppers were seen flocking in their thousands to their nearest Primark store last September in the hopes of getting their hands on the viral £14 'Snuddie' - which is basically an oversized hoodie that’s made out of a fluffy, teddy bear-style blanket material - budget supermarket retailer Aldi is now taking warming loungewear to the next level.

With those chilly temperatures set to stick around a little longer, Aldi is now selling a heated dressing gown, and it's already proving to be a sought-after winter warmer.

Available both online, and from the classic 'middle aisle' in Aldi stores up and down the country, the Kirkton House Heated Coat is made out of a soft flannel fleece and has double layer heating, with nine different temperature levels.

Read more: Shoppers are snapping up these £14 ‘snuddies’ from Primark ready for winter

A description for the dressing gown on the Aldi website reads: "Fight off the winter chills with this Kirkton House Heated Coat.

"While the weather turns cold outside you can remain warm.

"This soft, cosy and heated coat not only looks great, but is practical too, and all you have to do is wrap it around you, set your ideal temperature and enjoy that warm and cosy feeling."

The best bit? It will only set you back £34.99.

A post about the heating dressing gown shared to the ever-popular Coupon Mama UK page on Facebook has not only amassed a whopping 4,000+ enthusiastic comments in less than 24 hours, but some shoppers are giving it rave reviews too.

One shopper said: "Really pleased with this blanket. I have the grey one and it’s lovely and soft, and heats up quickly too which is what I wanted. Great for home working."

Read more: This company will actually pay you £30 an hour for shopping in Aldi and Lidl ‘middle aisles’

"These will go like hot cakes," another said.

If that last comment is anything to go by, then people looking to get their hands on the dressing gown will need to keep their eyes peeled and their fingers crossed as they head on down to their nearest Aldi store, and you can check the opening times of your local branch via the Store Finder here.

You can grab the Kirkton Heated House Coat in store and on the Aldi website.

Featured Image - Aldi Corporate

]]> 263996 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/black-milk-cereal-is-opening-up-a-new-cafe-inside-a-former-cinema/ Mon, 24 Jan 2022 10:48:43 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264008

Manchester's favourite 'cereal' cafe, Black Milk, has revealed plans to open a new dessert spot next month inside Macclesfield's Picturedrome.

Set to open in early February, its new cafe will serve up all of Black Milk's signature sweet treats alongside some brand new baked ones as it takes on its own unit inside the former cinema.

It will join the likes of Reserve Wine x Tender Cow, Honest Crust, Savages Mussels Terroni and Rubens inside the Picturedrome, an old early 20th-century cinema re-imagined by the team behind Altrincham Market, Market House Alty and Mackie Mayor into a thriving independent food hall.

Having previously held successful pop-ups at sister site Mackie Mayor last year, when an opportunity arose for Black Milk to permanently join the site in Cheshire it seemed like a no-brainer.

The Black Milk team announced the move on its Instagram page over the weekend, adding that they were looking for a pastry chef to join them - suggesting that the menu here may well take a turn into new territory in the coming months.

Its full menu and the Black Milk shop will both be made available at the new site, as well as a range of delicious baked treats. These new treats are being kept close to its chest for now, but we're promised all will be revealed soon.

In a first for Black Milk, it will also begin to offer luxury Italian gelato at Picturedrome in its signature flavours of hazelnut cream, pistachio, Biscoff and cookies & cream.

Visitors to the new Macclesfield site can expect milkshakes, loaded freak shakes, alcoholic milkshakes in flavours like espresso martini and white Russian, plus heaped ice cream sundaes and Biscoff and red velvet cheesecakes.

Its current Manchester cafe, which is found on Oldham street, is currently shut for a kitchen refurbishment - leaving fans without their usual Black Milk fix.

However, the team reassured Manchester locals that this will not be for much longer - promising that their city centre kitchen will be open again mid-February once an upgrade to its kitchen is completed.

Black Milk also has another site in London.

In a post shared to Instagram, the cafe wrote: "ANNOUNCEMENT. We are delighted to let you know that we will be opening at @picturedromemacc in Macclesfield in early February.

"We will be serving up our signature treats alongside new baked ones!

"If you are based in Macclesfield, we are looking for a pastry chef to join the team. To apply please send your cv to pd@blackmilkcereal.com

"P.S. Black Milk Manchester will be back mid-February after a kitchen upgrade."

Read more: A Manc’s guide to: Chinatown, the second-largest in the whole of the UK

Black Milk opened the city's first 'cereal cafe' in Manchester city centre in 2015, with just five tables crammed into a small space inside Affleck's.

In these early days, it drew inspiration from Momofuku's Milk Bar in New York and Cereal Killer in London, serving up breakfast cereals from around the globe with a huge range of different kinds of milk - including one infused with squid ink, from which it takes its name.

Seven years on and its menu has come a long way, with popular items today focused more around indulgent desserts, freakshakes and lavish hot chocolates.

Customer favourites include Bailey's hot chocolate and Kinderella milkshakes, but Black Milk sells all sorts from a huge varied menu.

An Instagram page bulging with pictures of loaded pancakes, cookie pies and cheesecakes, all made using the various spreads and sauces sold as part of Black Milk's shop, is enough to make anyone drool.

Speaking on the new opening, Andy from Black Milk said: "We are delighted to be moving into such an incredible venue. It will be the first of our adventures into Cheshire where we see a great opportunity to serve our treats to a whole new audience.

"We'd like to thank the team behind Picturedrome for asking us to join an incredible group of independent food and drink brands in Macclesfield.

"We look forward to meeting everyone within the next few weeks."

Jake from Picturedrome added: "We are delighted to welcome Black Milk to Picturedrome Macclesfield after a series of popular events at our partner venue Mackie Mayor."

To find out more about what Black Milk has in store ahead of the new opening, make sure to follow them on Instagram here. To shop their at-home treats, visit the shop here.

Feature image - Black Milk Cereal

]]> 264008 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/we-are-armed-with-razor-sharp-baguettes-legendary-bakery-barbakan-issues-hilarious-warning-after-bungled-burglary-attempt/ Mon, 24 Jan 2022 10:56:23 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264041

Chorlton institution Barbakan has issued a hilarious warning after a bungled burglary attempt over the weekend.

The legendary bakery and delicatessen said a crook tried to break into the business in the early hours of Saturday morning.

But the person's break-in was quickly foiled when they came face-to-face with a full team of bakers working away.

The local business wrote that the burglar appeared to 'sh*t his pants and run'.

The bakery, which was established way back in 1964, then warned that they were 'armed with razor sharp baguettes'.

Barbakan, on Manchester Road in Chorlton, is famed for its freshly-baked loaves of bread, its handmade sandwiches, and its pastries and cakes inspired by bakes from across Europe.

The business also has a delicatessen where locals can pick up cured meats, cheeses, salads and a massive assortment of olives.

Barbakan took to Facebook to shame the person who attempted to break in over the weekend.

They posted: We really enjoyed watching an idiot carefully and quietly break open our door at 4am with a crowbar, only to sh*t his pants and run at the sight of bakers working in the bakery.

"WE ARE A 24/7 BAKERY!!!!!! There is NEVER NOBODY AT BARBAKAN!

"We also can see you on camera right now lurking around the building… we are armed with razor sharp baguettes."

Chorlton locals have quickly rallied around Barbakan, sharing their relief that the team are all safe.

Read more: McDonald’s has removed the ‘best item’ on its breakfast menu for good – and people are gutted

One person said: "Well done, Barbakan! So sorry, must have been very shocking and upsetting…."

Others didn't hesitate to make some bread puns - one person posted: "No knead for further proof then."

Someone else commented: "They must have been desperate for some dough."

Featured image: Facebook, Barbakan Deli

]]> 264041 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/music/ramona-is-launching-its-own-radio-station-in-manchester-this-week/ Mon, 24 Jan 2022 12:05:55 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264061

Ramona and The Firehouse is launching an in-house radio station this week as part of a huge new live entertainment programme at the venue, designed to champion and support independent musicians and artists across Manchester.

Kicking off on Wednesday 26 January, 'Ramona Radio' will host a weekly live radio show from its Swan Street venue - broadcasting a weekly party with guest DJs, servers and the crowd going ‘On Air’ live from the Tipi. 

The first event in the new series will see legendary house selector Tristan Da Cunha take to the decks - bringing his expansive genre-spanning vinyl archive along with him.

Promising depth and breadth across a range of genres, house music fans can look forward to hearing some rare gems and genre-defining cuts played out as part of the honorary Glastonbury resident's set.

The radio show will be hosted by Ramona and The Firehouse’s very own music curator Jonjo, and as part of the new programme whole sets will be streamed live, supported with a new weekly podcast.

Following on from the Wednesday night radio show launch, the venue will be running parties throughout the week as it launches its new programme 'The NIght Village' - with further sets coming from the likes of Onipa, Dance Regular and Manchester art-rock band Everything Everything.

The Ghanian/ London-based afro-futurist collective Onipa will bring their signature high energy performance to Ramona fusing Afrobeat, UK Jazz and electronic music for Thursday night's ‘Campfire Live’, whilst local champions Everything Everything can be expected to bring their usual blend of alternative and indie to the Tipi later this week.

The performances will mark the start of a new musical chapter for Ramona, which has already made a name for itself by channelling the techno culture for which Detroit is known from within its sister bar restaurant, The Firehouse.

The sister venue also hosts weekly 'runway parties' in its bar every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, with local dance crews acting as the stars of the show - with performances ranging from garage two-step superstars, Dance Regular, to the vogue inspired flamboyance of House of Ghetto.

Read more: A Manc’s guide to: Chinatown, the second-largest in the whole of the UK

Speaking on the upcoming new music programme launching this week, head of music and entertainment at Ramona and the Firehouse, Jonjo, said: “We’ve been curating independent UK-based electronic, jazz and world music since we opened the doors.

"Moving into 2022 we’re ready to take things up a notch with our first bands from the continent, an upgraded sound system and the best up and coming acts and labels every week. And all for free - surely the city’s best kept secret” 

At the new late-night parties, music lovers can easily flit between the two venues - soaking up the atmosphere in both, free of charge. 

Guests can also enjoy Detroit-style pizza, a killer collection of margaritas plus other inventive and beautiful dishes like their chargrilled chicken, truffle tots, Detroit hot wings and ultra cheesy garlic bread.

To find out more about the upcoming music events, check out the full programme for the Night Village launch weekender below.

Ramona and The Firehouse Night Village Launch Weekender - Full Programme

Thursday 27th January:
Campfire Live @ Ramona presents Onipa
Arthouse - Dance Regular @ Firehouse presents The Broken Beat - Garage-Dance Crew

Friday 28th January:
Everything Everything DJ Set @Ramona
Firehouse Presents Vogue - House of Ghetto

Saturday 29th January:
Supernature Disco + Joe Redmore (WHP) sinead@swanstreetfirehouse.com

Sunday 30th January 
So Flute @Ramona

Sunday 30th January 
Mikey Don @Firehouse

Feature image - Ramona and The Firehouse

]]> 264061 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/waterloo-road-has-announced-three-famous-faces-are-returning-for-the-reboot/ Mon, 24 Jan 2022 11:59:50 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264063

The BBC has revealed that three famous faces will be reprising their roles on the new series of Waterloo Road when it returns to our screens.

Ahead of the iconic show's much-anticipated revival later this year, with filming set to begin in Greater Manchester very soon, the BBC has announced this morning that Angela Griffin, Adam Thomas, and Katie Griffiths are to step into the shoes of their popular characters once again for the new series.

Angela will return as much-loved teacher Kim Campbell, who has since had a promotion to Headteacher of the school, while Adam will make his return as Donte Charles, and Katie will reprise her role as Chlo Charles.

The cast announcement was shared to social media this morning.

In first-look images shared ahead of the start of filming, the trio are seen enthusiastically looking over their scripts as they prepare to return to their roles.

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Read more: BBC confirms Waterloo Road is returning to our screens

"I’m so excited to go back to where it all started," Adam added.

"Waterloo Road was a huge part of my life and career so to go back 15 years later is a dream come true [and] I feel so blessed to have been given this opportunity to get back to acting and doing what I love.

"I can’t wait to see some old faces and some new [and] I know this series is going to be the best one yet."

"I am incredibly excited to be returning to Waterloo Road," Katie explained.

"Chlo was my first professional acting role, and I feel so lucky to be part of the show again [so] I can't wait to see what stories unfold."

Waterloo Road originally aired from 2006 to 2015, and was one of the UK’s longest-running TV contemporary dramas – going on to launch the careers of many young and emerging actors, spawn plenty award-winning and highly-publicised storylines, draw in millions of viewers each week, and amass a cult-following of fans.

The show has consistently ranked among the top five most-watched shows for young audiences on the BBC iPlayer.

Set in a comprehensive school of the same name, Waterloo Road was famously set and filmed in Rochdale from series one until the end of series seven, before moving to the Scottish town of Greenock until the end of the show.

Read more: You can get a job working on Waterloo Road when the BBC drama begins filming in Manchester

But, back in September 2021, the BBC announced that the show would be rebooted and make a return to our TV screens - and a return to Greater Manchester.

With the spotlight on education in the UK now more intense than ever before, and with awareness of the challenges that teachers, parents and pupils face more pronounced amid the ongoing COVID pandemic, the BBC says Waterloo Road will use its rich history of "telling entertaining and gripping human stories", while "tackling the important issues of the day".

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A few familiar faces returned to #WaterlooRoad this week 🤯

Find out more 👉 https://t.co/spsNU38Khg pic.twitter.com/jAl6pkaV4h

— Waterloo Road (@WaterlooRoad) January 24, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/trending/coronation-street-to-move-timeslots-in-big-itv-schedule-shake-up/ Mon, 24 Jan 2022 13:03:33 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264102

Coronation Street is set to permanently move timeslots in one of ITV’s biggest programming scheduling shake-ups in years.

Starting from March 2022, ITV's other popular soap Emmerdale will move to Corrie's usual 7:30pm home after an hour’s worth of news programming, and then, instead of having split episodes, Coronation Street will soon have three hour long episodes on a Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 8pm.

For soap fans, this unfortunately now puts Coronation Street into a direct clash with EastEnders, which always airs on BBC One at either 7:30pm and 8pm on every weekday except Wednesday.

According to ITV, these big schedule changes are intended to bolster regional and national news output, before directly lead into the popular serial dramas - which will give a 6:30pm-9pm chunk of consistent output.

Speaking on the new schedule shake-up, John Whiston - ITV’s Managing Director of Continuing Drama - said: "With Coronation Street bursting at the seams with fantastic story and character, the new format gives the show a brilliant new canvas on which to shine.

"And Emmerdale will do what it does best in this new time slot where viewers can continue to enjoy the dramatic goings on in the Dales."

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"As viewing habits rapidly change, live audiences to our national and international news programmes remain remarkably strong," added ITV’s Managing Director Kevin Lygo.

"Our evening news programme reached an impressive 35.6 million viewers in 2021 [so] we are very excited to be announcing this investment in what is an important public service strength of ITV... at a time when it could not be more important."

Read more: Coronation Street, EastEnders, and Emmerdale join forces for first ever soap crossover storyline

He continued: "The nation’s two most popular continuing dramas, Coronation Street and Emmerdale, are fundamental to the success of ITV, and we know that, as with all dramas, viewers increasingly watch them whenever, and however they choose.

"The new scheduling means that viewers can watch them live on TV in one go in a continuous soap fix.

"As well as on ITV Hub, where they are regularly in the most watched shows every month."

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Coming This March: Hour long Coronation Street episodes at 8pm on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays! Find out more: https://t.co/sgwa4fu7uY#Corrie @itv @WeAreSTV @emmerdale pic.twitter.com/dp3bd6UkE7

— Coronation Street (@itvcorrie) January 24, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/romantic-restaurants-in-manchester-that-are-perfect-for-valentines-day-2022/ Mon, 24 Jan 2022 14:45:34 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264113

With Valentine's Day in Manchester fast approaching, the city's restaurants and bars are gearing up to welcome couples wanting to celebrate the day.

With so many great restaurants in Manchester, if you're looking to take your other half out to eat you are quite literally spoilt for choice.

For those lost in a sea of menus and wondering where to book, we thought we'd help make things a little bit easier by recommending some of our favourite romantic restaurants and a few other popular date night spots to help get you started.

Keep reading to discover our top picks for where to take your date in Manchester this Valentine's Day.

Hawksmoor

Not many London brands successfully make the move up to Manchester, but one that has done it with aplomb is high-end steakhouse Hawksmoor.

It's pricey but worth it, with a stunning wood-paneled cocktail bar (and bar menu) available next to the restaurant to help you get your date off to a flying start.

As a steakhouse, it's not particularly great for vegetarians or vegans - although there are some nice fish dishes to be found on the menu. The meat here is chargrilled in the josper, whilst sides typically come laden with rich cheese, nutmeg and cream.

The aforementioned cocktail list is excellent, as is the wine list. One of the owner's mums is actually a wine critic for The Guardian and her at-home cooking style, taking simple dishes and executing them very well, was one of the inspirations for the Hawksmoor menu today.

The Sparrows

If you're a self-confessed pasta lover with no objection to stuffing yourself with carbs on Valentine's, visiting The Sparrows is an absolute must.

One of the best restaurants in Manchester by a long shot, it is run by a married couple - with Polish-born Kasia Hitchcock positioned out front and her chef-partner Franco Concli working away making dumplings in the back.

Spatzle (pictured above) is the house specialty, said to mirror sparrows in flight - hence the restaurant's name. It's best eaten with a simple sauce of butter and sage, but there are numerous sauce options - plus countless European dumplings, a fine sake selection and an organic wine list.

The hushed, sleek interiors, meanwhile, will have you convinced you're somewhere in New York - not on the back streets of the Green Quarter - as well as fostering a sense of intimacy between you and your dining partner.

The Oystercatcher

A visit to The Oystercatcher requires a trip out to Chorlton, but it's well worth it to taste some of the best fish on offer in the city - often chargrilled in the josper oven for added flavour.

Getting a good seafood menu together is challenging in a city as landlocked as Manchester, and the lists change weekly at the restaurant in reflection of this.

Oysters dressed with shallot mignonette tend to be a mainstay, whilst a sample menu lists the likes of black sea bream, scallops, monkfish, seabass, sea trout, mussels and crab.

Sides are ordered separately, with choices like fennel gratin, chargrilled broccoli, hispi cabbage, triple cooked chips and more.

Hispi

Part of Gary Usher's Elite Bistros group, this charming neighbourhood eatery in Didsbury Village is a wonderful spot for a romantic date.

The custard tart here is legendary, with an unctuous wobble that defies you to dare leave without ordering a slice.

Known for taking bistro classics and executing them to an exceptionally high standard, at Hispi you can expect a relaxed dining experience erring on the casual side.

On Valentine's Day itself, the restaurant is offering a 6-course set menu priced at £69 per person but the rest of the time you can opt for either the main menu or one of the bistro sets.

Evelyn's

Another laid-back eatery with a casual setting, Evelyn's offers a mixed menu of small plates that can be ordered to share or larger ones to enjoy alone.

A popular cafe by day, at night it comes alive in a whole new way - lit up romantically with plants trailing down from hangers above your head.

Evelyn's also boasts a 'secret' bar below, The Daisy, where you can sneak off with your date afterward to enjoy a few cocktails (or wines) in a romantic setting.

El Gato Negro

This AA Rosette and Michelin-recommended restaurant on King street is a fail-safe date option in our (humble) opinion.

Serving up a mix of tapas dishes split into sections like fish and shellfish, meat, charcuterie, vegetables and para picar, tuck into the likes of Catalan bread, Padron peppers, salt cod croquettas and Morcilla scotch eggs.

Alongside a great wine and cocktail list, El Gato is also known for its sherry and vermouth selection - and both make a great complement to this style of dining.

For an ultra-romantic twist, if you love the idea of having a bit of theatre whilst you eat you can opt to sit at the chef's table which faces directly into the kitchen.

Zouk

Love is quite literally in the air at curryhouse Zouk, which has installed a giant pink balloon arch to greet lovers dining in the restaurant. 

The popular Indian restaurant is doing a five-course set menu for Valentine's Day, priced at £35 per person.

Guests will be greeted with a pani puri shot, followed by 'aphrodisiac appetisers' like oyster pakoras or Achari paneer.

Then couples can devour the Lovers' Sharing Platter, mains, and a duo of desserts, with vegetarian and vegan options available.

Erst

Another award-winning, Michelin recommended eatery, this time from the team behind the Levenshulme (and now also Ancoats) bakeries, Trove.

Open Tuesday to Saturday, with its concrete floors and relatively sparse settings, it's the food here more than the decor that makes Erst so romantic.

A love of fermentation and pickling has clearly passed from one sibling's kitchen into another. Plates here are ordered to share, with a list of 10 to choose from.

Each designed simply to showcase the natural flavours of the produce, order as many as you can muster then tuck in with a good bottle of natural wine on the side.

Cibo

Now in its swanky new home at Great Northern Warehouse, Cibo will be pulling out all the romantic stops for Valentine’s Day.

The much-loved Italian restaurant, famed for its authentic pasta dishes, will have a special set menu for 14 February.

Diners will be able to choose three courses for £50, with starters including half-and-half garlic bread or seared king scallops, mains like fillet steak or lobster ravioli, and desserts such as tiramisu or New York cheesecake.

You can also chuck on a bottle of prosecco for £20.

Don Giovanni

Don Giovanni is one of Manchester's oldest restaurants and one of its best-loved - for good reason.

This romantic Italian spot in the city centre is offerings its a la carte menu for Valentine's Day, but with a special rose dessert for the occasion.

They'll also give you a free bottle of prosecco on takeaway orders over £75.

Read more: Ten of the best restaurants and bars to visit on a date in Manchester

Dishoom

If you ask us, romance doesn't have to be all white tablecloths and rose petals - sometimes it's more fun to get stuck in and share a curry with your loved one.

Since it opened in Manchester with queues out the door, Dishoom has remained one of the city's most popular curry houses.

You can nestle up in one of its many beautiful corners on Valentine's Day, with walk-ins always welcome.

Peru Perdu

It's maximum effort on the romance at Peru Perdu, the all-pink South American restaurant on Princess Street.

It will be hosting private dining experience Pampas, serving exciting Peruvian and Uruguayan inspired dishes and sharing supercut steaks.

The menu is priced at £85 per person, including a glass of Agentinian sparkling wine on arrival, with additional wine pairings available too.

Featured image: Peru Perdu

]]> 264113 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/covid-tests-to-be-scrapped-for-fully-vaccinated-travellers-arriving-in-england/ Mon, 24 Jan 2022 14:15:07 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264142

It has been confirmed that COVID tests are soon to be scrapped for fully-vaccinated travellers arriving in England.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson made the confirmation this afternoon.

Speaking to broadcasters during a visit to the Academic Centre at Milton Keynes Hospital, the Prime Minister said: "We have, thanks to the tough decisions, the big calls that we made... the most open economy and society in Europe, and although we have to be cautious, we are now moving through the Omicron wave, and you can see the figures are starting to get better.

"So what we're doing on travel, to show that this country is open for business, open for travellers, you will see changes so that people arriving no longer have to take tests if they have been vaccinated, if they have been double vaccinated."

A date for the ending of COVID testing for fully-vaccinated passengers arriving in England has not been confirmed as of yet, but this is expected in due course.

The change to these testing requirements comes after the chief executives of the UK's largest airlines have been continuously urging the government to end coronavirus-related travel restrictions.

They have pointed to evidence that the Omicron variant is in retreat, and argued that current measures have a "limited effect" in preventing the spread of COVID-19.

Manchester Airport Group (MAG) had been long-calling for an end to "expensive" PCR tests.

Calling on the government to end COVID testing for international travel last week, Charlie Cornish - CEO of MAG - said: "As we learn to live with COVID-19, it is important that people are allowed to travel free of the additional cost and uncertainty which testing creates.

"This study provides Ministers with the clear evidence that this is achievable.

"The UK Government has taken the step the remove domestic restrictions, and it should now apply this approach to international travel. We must allow the country’s worst hit sector to resume its road to recovery, and for the UK economy to benefit from the billions of pounds of economic value aviation generates."

Read more: What new travel rules have now been introduced in the UK?

"We welcome this news knowing that millions of our customers will also be delighted to see the return of restriction free travel in the UK," said Johan Lundgren, CEO of easyJet.

"We now look ahead to what we believe will be a strong summer.

"We believe testing for travel should now firmly become a thing of the past. It is clear travel restrictions did not materially slow the spread of Omicron in the UK and so it is important that there are no more knee jerk reactions to future variants."

Featured Image - Manchester Airport Group (MAG)

]]> 264142 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/le-social-is-opening-a-new-wine-bar-and-tasting-room-inside-an-ancoats-shipping-container/ Mon, 24 Jan 2022 14:52:41 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264188

Manchester wine connoisseurs Le Social have revealed plans to open a new wine bar and tasting room in Ancoats, bringing its organic and biodynamic wines into a new permanent sit-down setting for the very first time.

Having found success during lockdown as an at-home wine delivery service, and collaborated on several pop-ups and supper clubs around Manchester, the team is now preparing to throw open the doors to its very own space this weekend, Saturday 29 January.

Here in its new trendy shipping container home, drinkers and diners can expect an ever-changing menu of natural wines, deli boards and continental plates, served on Saturdays between the hours of 2pm and 10pm.

Designed for sharing amongst friends, dishes will utilise an array of authentic French, Spanish and Italian produce which, like the wine list, will all be created using responsibly sourced ingredients to help support independent farmers and producers.

You can either select a few plates from a list or create your own bespoke spread, choosing from nibbles including the likes of plump Spanish green olives and salted almonds.

Elsewhere, you'll find delights like Catalan sardines, Italian aubergine fillets, roasted artichoke halves, French duck rillettes and black humus, sourced straight from the Basque Country, to enjoy alongside your wine.

There'll also be a range of different cheeses, selected weekly by local suppliers the Butcher’s Quarter, and fresh bread from Ancoats' community bakery Companio - perfect to mop up all that olive oil from the aubergine and sardines.

Drinks-wise, the shelves are stacked with a diverse range of unique and quirky wines - all handpicked with excellent taste, individuality and character in mind. Guests are welcome to try any bottle they like for the usual retail price, plus a £5 corkage fee.

Bottles will be rotated regularly, including different options at various styles and price points to make sure Le Social's incredible wines are accessible to everyone - no matter their budget.

Due to the small nature of the space, bookings are mandatory - with tables reserved for two hours at a time.

As well as opening up for drinkers on Saturdays, Le Social is also launching its new tasting room this week.

Designed for wine tastings, workshops and private functions, a full calendar of events is yet to be announced but will include educational tasting nights, art exhibitions, craft workshops with other Pollard Yard residents and more.

As much a lifestyle brand as a wine connoisseur, social consciousness flows throughout the
entirety of Le Social with environmental and social impact factored into every element of the
offering.

Beyond a passion for wine, Founder Jérôme’s wider mission is to advocate for a more inclusive and representative wine world by working with independent, sustainable and minority wine producers.

His appreciation of community and the environment translates into sourcing and pouring wines which make a positive social impact throughout the supply chain, from the people working in the vineyards to the friends and families who will live a special moment sharing them.

Speaking on the new opening, founder Jérôme Boullier said: “With Le Social I want to create an alternative wine-led space which is centred on experience and inclusivity.

"The Wine Bar and Tasting Room will serve as cosy destinations where all are welcome to appreciate delicious wine with a purpose and food that will enhance the experience.

"The intimate nature of the bar means customers will gain knowledge as well as try out something new and exciting and meet new people in doing so!

“Wine has always been part of my everyday life, as a child I was often sent to the wine cellar
in my grandparents’ house to find a specific bottle for the occasion.

"Family rituals were always accompanied by wines appropriately matched, and I was invited to try from a pretty young age!

"I’m so happy that I now have the opportunity to pursue my passion in a meaningful way. I’m very excited to show the space off.”

Le Social Wine Bar will be open every Saturday from 29 January 2022 onwards. Reservations can be made directly through Le Social’s website here and bookings for the tasting room can also be found on the website.

Feature image - Le Social Wine

]]> 264188 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/manchester-mum-overwhelmed-by-community-support-to-build-200k-bike-track-in-young-sons-name/ Mon, 24 Jan 2022 16:19:41 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264189

A Manchester mum who lost her young son in a tragic accident has been "overwhelmed" by the outpouring of support by the local community in her bid to create a lasting legacy for him.

When Max Rimmer-Chambers sadly died in May 2017 at aged four after a fireplace surround fell on him, his passing completely ripped through the whole local Openshaw community and saw hundreds of people attend his funeral and donate money to his grieving family.

And it was these kind donations that inspired his family to give back.

Now, his mum Kerrie Rimmer, 44, has launched a campaign where she is aiming to raise more than £200,000 to build an ambitious community bike track in his memory.

As the young boy was "full of fun and adventure", had a "cheeky charm", and was known to have an "obsession of all things with wheels", the campaign for the cycle track - which is called Max Trax - will commemorate Kerry's "outgoing and bubbly" son, who she said was her "absolute world".

"He loved nothing more than riding bikes, scooters, and anything that zoomed around Delamere Park beside his house," Max's family said.

Built in the heart of the Openshaw community at that very same park beside his house, Max Trax will be a place for young people and families to come to have fun and be active, learn something new, and explore the outdoors. 

The campaign may started small but, but after support from Manchester City Council and the charity Step Up MCR, the family decided to expand it.

The plans for the proposed project will feature a new cycle track for all ages, educational programmes, and even a community centre, while a disused building within the park could also be transformed into a "community hub" that will run workshops to teach new skills and provide meals for struggling families.

A 'repair shop' will offer to recycle old bikes to donate to children from low-income families, alongside educational workshops to teach children new skills to further their hobbies or even future careers.

Ms Rimmer said her son would "absolutely love" the campaign.

Cllr Donna Ludford - councillor for Clayton and Openshaw - told ITV Granada that the bike track will have a "massive impact on the community", adding: "For young people, it's somewhere to go, an activity [and] if this didn't happen, I'd be really upset as I think it's something that everybody can get involved in it."

A Crowdfunder set up for the campaign has already seen donations reach the £71,000 and counting, and you can contribute here.

You can also support and find out more about the Max Trax campaign here.

Featured Image - MaxTrax (via Kerrie Rimmer)

]]> 264189 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/a-cinema-experience-with-bottomless-popcorn-and-alcohol-is-coming-to-manchester/ Mon, 24 Jan 2022 16:15:44 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264227

Film fans in Manchester will soon be able to kick back and watch their favourite blockbusters with free-flowing popcorn and alcohol.

A Bottomless Cinema experience is set to launch in 2022, with a packed calendar of classic films.

The events will kick off in March and dates have already been scheduled all the way through to October.

Films on the schedule include all-time favourites like The Goonies and The Breakfast Club, as well as smash-hit successes from the last few years including The Greatest Showman, Rocket Man and Bohemian Rhapsody.

Musical fans will be able to see Mamma Mia, Chicago, Hairspray and Moulin Rouge - to name a few.

Then there are family favourites including Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast and Aladdin, plus teen classics like Mean Girls, Clueless and Legally Blonde.

All tickets for the Bottomless Cinema come with unlimited popcorn, with the option to upgrade to bottomless booze too for £15.

Read more: Waterloo Road has announced three famous faces are returning for the reboot

The bottomless alcohol upgrade includes Aperol spritzes, Amstel, prosecco, Bloody Marys and more.

The exact location for the Bottomless Cinema is being kept under wraps for now, but will be in the city centre.

You can book your tickets here.

Featured image: Supplied

]]> 264227 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/parklife-2022-line-up-revealed-with-50-cent-tyler-the-creator-and-lewis-capaldi-headlining/ Tue, 25 Jan 2022 09:00:00 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264253

Parklife has just revealed its massive line-up for its 2022 festival, with huge headline performances planned from Tyler The Creator, 50 Cent and Megan Thee Stallion.

The huge festival attracts tens of thousands of music lovers every summer and is one of the biggest dates in Manchester's cultural calendar.

Parklife will be back in Heaton Park in its normal mid-June weekend, after shifting its huge party to September in 2021 due to Coronavirus restrictions.

In Da Club rapper 50 Cent will be performing in a UK festival exclusive, and Tyler, The Creator will make his long-awaited UK headline debut after Parklife's 2020 edition was cancelled.

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Its massive line-up will also see music heavyweights Lewis Capaldi, Bicep (headlining The Valley for the first time) and Chase & Status (with their largest festival show yet) taking to the stage.

Parklife's line-up also includes Loyle Carner, Jamie xx, Arlo Parks, Folamour (Live), Headie One, Central Cee, Fred Again.. ArrDee, Caroline Polachek, Tom Misch and PinkPantheress.

DJ sets across the weekend will come from Four Tet, Eric Prydz, Peggy Gou, Carl Cox, Marco Carola , Camelphat, The Blessed Madonna, Andy C, DJ EZ, Sonny Fodera Annie Mac, Jayda G, Mall Grab, Ricardo Villalobos and many more.

Highlights from the festival will be shown across BBC Radio 1 Dance & BBC Radio 1Xtra.

New stages are set to be unveiled this year too.

Parklife will return to Heaton Park on 11 & 12 June 2022.

Read more: Harry Styles announces massive stadium show in Manchester on new world tour

Those who have signed up for tickets will be able to access the special Parklife 2022 pre-sale from 10am on Wednesday January 26.

Any remaining tickets after the pre-sale will be made available in a general sale from 10am on Thursday January 27 at parklife.uk.com.

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]]> 264253 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/lidl-and-bq-have-been-accidentally-selling-rare-plants-worth-thousands-for-10/ Tue, 25 Jan 2022 10:02:02 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264312

It's been discovered this week that retailers Lidl and B&Q have accidentally been selling rare plants that are worth thousands for some very reduced prices.

According to the Mirror, it's not necessarily the type of plant that's so rare, but what supermarkets and retailers don't always know is that some small naturally-occurring variations in the common plants that they do stock can actually make them extremely valuable - and what's more is that these variations are sometimes mistaken for disease.

This common disease mistake often means that the shops end up selling the plants at a reduced price because it.

As mad as it sounds, apparently some of the plants are being sold by Lidl and B&Q for around £10, but when you do a little bit of research into the type of plant, you'll find that they're listed for much higher online.

Even just a small part of it, like a leaf or stem, would set you back thousands.

One of the most common plants to find in any shop is the Monstera Deliciosa - which is more commonly-known as a Swiss Cheese plant, because of the holes in its leaves - but while a regular green plant isn't worth much, a variegated monstera is very rare, and because the signs of this can be subtle in young plants, shops often mix them up with the plain variety and sell them for £10.

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Even a single branch of the plant could end up costing thousands, with Etsy's most expensive listed at £4,562.18.

A regular Monstera Adansonii can develop white spots that cause shops to sell them for cheap, but yet again, these spots are easily-confused with the beginnings of variegation - which has the same white stripes on the stem as the Deliciosa - meaning listings on Esty have been found to start at £200, going up to as much as £1,533.39 for a single leaf, with the most expensive variegated Adansonii currently listed for sale on eBay at £3,699.

Another rare plant is the Philodendron White Princess, but with over 400 species of Philodendron in the world, shops might struggle to differentiate between them, and just like the Monsteras, a Philodendron with white leaves is worth more than a regular plant.

These plant variations have been spotted by eagle-eyed shoppers at reported in the Mirror as being sold online for £40, while others are stocking them for £120, and on Etsy, they are even listed for as much as £4,216.82.

Read more: Aldi is selling a heated dressing gown and it’s the perfect winter warmer

Other rare and expensive plant variations spotted being mistakenly sold for reduced prices include the Pink Princess Philodendron (PPP), and Monstera Obliqua.

Featured Image - Lidl GB

]]> 264312 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/the-new-manchester-bottomless-brunch-at-ramona-with-endless-detroit-pizza-and-unlimited-frozen-margaritas/ Tue, 25 Jan 2022 11:50:59 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264131

Ramona and The Firehouse has launched a brand new bottomless brunch offer, giving guests endless frozen margaritas and unlimited slices of Detroit pizza on Sundays.

Available between 12-5pm within a 90-minute window, it's one of the very few bottomless brunch deals in the city that give you the option of enjoying endless food AND drink - not to mention great beats and all-around settings.

Bottomless Sunday drinks choices include Ramona's famous frozen margaritas and its watermelon, gin and basil, or Aperol spritz, alongside limitless prosecco, mimosa and pints of Ramona pilsner - costing you just £15 to drink as much of the (frankly excellent) list as you can muster within an hour and a half.

And to soak up all that booze? Endless slices of their focaccia-like Detroit pizza, characterised by its rectangular shape and caramelised cheese crust - known here as the 'cheese crown'.

Unlimited pizza slices are available across the board - with choices like the Cali Pepps (Detroit sauce, pepperoni, burrata, pecorino, hot honey and cheese, £7.50), listed alongside classic slices like margherita, mushroom, pepperoni and the (sometimes) controversial ham and pineapple.

The team has also created a special brunch slice with pancetta, fennel sausage, roast mushroom, pecorino, poached egg and hollandaise for the occassion. Known as 'The Detroiter', it's only available on the weekends during brunch hours, Saturday and Sunday.

If you don't feel like gorging on pizza and just want one dish, you can also opt for the booze-only bottomless deal. Priced at £27, this will get you a slice of your choice and 90 minutes of endless drinks from a set list.

Usually, this £27 bottomless deal runs throughout the week from 12-3pm, but with Ramona currently not opening in the day throughout January (and possibly some of February) it will be limited to Saturdays only.

The new 'endless pizza' deal, however, is available between 12-5pm on Sundays only. This will cost you £15 for limitless pizzas from the slice bar or, if you want endless pizza and booze, it'll set you back £35 in total.

After navigating the pandemic, taking home the Best Newcomer Award at the Manchester Food and Drink Festival and bringing two of the hottest new venues to the city, the team behind Ramona and The Firehouse are heading into 2022 with their most trailblazing chapter yet.

Alongside great scran and drinks, the team has also just announced plans to launch a new live entertainment programme to champion and support independent musicians and artists in Manchester.

The team is also launching their own in-house radio station, alongside five nights of entertainment.

As part of this new schedule, it will bring will be bringing free live performances and DJ broadcasts to Manchester from Wednesday - Sunday, meaning you can catch some serious vibes whilst chowing down on those gorgeously-fluffy slices of theirs. 

To find out more, visit the Ramona website here.

Feature image - Ramona

]]> 264131 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/mancunians-can-abseil-off-a-city-centre-tower-block-in-this-new-charity-challenge/ Tue, 25 Jan 2022 11:22:15 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264294

One of Manchester's most iconic charities is inviting daredevil Mancs to join them in a towering fundraising challenge this year.

In case you missed it, We Love MCR Charity asked The Manc's loyal audience of over 200,000 Mancunians on Instagram to lend a helping hand in deciding on its official fundraising challenge for 2022 earlier this month by casting their votes on three head-to-head polls shared to our Instagram stories.

The four challenge ideas battling it out were:

• A Valentine’s Day dip in Debdale Park Reservoir
• An abseil off a city centre high-rise tower
• A skinny dip at dawn on the Autumn Equinox at Druridge Bay beach
• A jump off a 10m diving board

And now that the votes from the final poll have been counted, it has officially been announced that the Manchester public have decided We Love MCR Charity's next fundraising event will be an abseil at dizzying heights off one of the many gleaming towers that make up the city's growing and ever-changing skyline.

It was a very close call in the end, but in our final poll, the abseil event was the pick of the bunch, grabbing 54% of the vote.

Read more: We asked you to vote for what should be We Love MCR Charity’s 2022 challenge - here’s the results

This will be the second instalment in We Love MCR Charity’s 'Challenge Event Series', which is aiming to set mind-over-matter challenges that raise funds for their work supporting Manchester’s communities and young people.

The 2022 challenge comes after the success of the charity’s first - and probably the last - sponsored ‘firewalk’ event, which made history as 50 "brave soles" raised over £18,000 and counting by walking over 700-degree hot coals in St Peter’s Square in the heart of Manchester city centre last October.

Read more: Here’s what happened when 50 fundraisers walked on fire in St Peter’s Square

Against a backdrop of Manchester’s Central Library and with a massive crowd cheering them on, each of the participants conquered their fears and completed what they previously thought was impossible.

Speaking ahead of the abseil challenge this year, Ged Carter - Development Manager at We Love MCR Charity - said: "How could we top a firewalk? By going up into the sky. Our tower-block abseil will give people a chance to see the city from a birds-eye view, then step off and walk down the side of the tower.

"Our fearless supporters are really raising their game with this challenge."

The abseil will take place in July, and We Love MCR Charity expects it will be over-subscribed, so if you want make sure you reserve a guaranteed place, then the charity has opened a pre-registration list for brave fundraisers to book their place "on the rope".

The secret location has not been revealed yet, but the charity promises it is going to be somewhere "very special".

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You can pre-register for a place here. 

Keep your eyes peeled on the We Love MCR Charity website, and social media platforms, Facebook and Twitter for more updates on the challenge.

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This week, our mates at @TheMancUK polled their readers for thoughts on what our next fundraising challenge should be..

Top vote went to a city centre abseil! Nearly beaten by a skinny-dip in the North East 😳

We'll announce our decision a week today ⏰ https://t.co/lesUYR2WlA

— We Love MCR Charity (@MCR_Charity) January 14, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/police-launch-an-official-investigation-into-downing-street-lockdown-parties/ Tue, 25 Jan 2022 11:00:34 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264354

The Metropolitan Police has today confirmed that it has launched an official investigation into "a number of events" in Downing Street and Whitehall over potential breaches of COVID-19 regulations.

Police Commissioner Cressida Dick confirmed the investigation this morning.

Explaining that the decision to investigate was made as a result of information provided by the Cabinet Office investigation into the gatherings and the "own assessment" of police officers, Commissioner Dick said: "I can confirm that the Met is now investigating a number of events that took place at Downing Street and Whitehall in the last two years in relation to potential breaches of COVID-19 regulations."

She said the Met would "police without fear or favour", and provide updates "at significant points" in its inquiry.

Alongside the police investigation, a Cabinet Office spokesperson said the inquiry into the alleged government lockdown breaches - which is being led by senior civil servant Sue Gray - "is continuing".

They said that there is "ongoing contact" with the Met.

Read more: Leaks reveal more boozy Downing Street lockdown parties were held when indoor mixing was banned

Prior to her statement, Commissioner Dick was told that public trust in the Met had "severely waned" given how the parties in Downing Street had taken place in such proximity to the force's officers.

"We police impartially and we police in an operationally independent manner," she added.

This is a BREAKING NEWS story - More to follow.

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]]> 264354 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/the-uks-top-50-gastropubs-have-been-revealed-and-4-of-the-top-5-are-in-the-north/ Tue, 25 Jan 2022 13:33:12 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264375

The Top 50 gastropubs in the UK have been revealed, and it's safe to say we're well and truly spoilt here in the north.

Four out of five of the country's very best foodie pubs are located up north, with number two - The Parkers Arms in Clitheroe - just an hour's drive from Manchester.

Time to start making some bookings.

Despite being pipped to the top spot by Suffolk’s Unruly Pig, the Clitheroe pub has still leapt up two spots from its 2021 position to make it the best in the north of England, according to the prestigious Estrella Damn Top 50 Gastropubs 2022 list.

Other pubs up north to achieve recognition in the list include The Star Inn (Harome, North Yorkshire), The Angel (Hetton, Skipton), and Freemasons (Wiswell, Clitheroe), ranking at numbers 3, 4 and 5 respectively.

It's certainly been an eventful year for Michelin-starred pub The Star Inn, which burnt down in a fire in 2020 - yet still managed to claim one of the top spots, despite only having been back open for a few months.

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Further down the list sits the critically acclaimed Pack Horse at Hayfield, which sits at the foot of Kinder Scout and is only a 50-minute drive from Manchester. The pub was also recently added to the Michelin Guide, to the delight of chef-owner Luke Payne.

In total, fifteen northern pubs made it into the top 50 list, with more notable selections close to Manchester including West Yorkshire pubs The Moorcock in Sowerby Bridge, and The Shibden Mill Inn.

Suffolk’s Unruly Pig, meanwhile, was been crowned the UK’s finest, moving up from last year’s Highest Climber category to become the very best in the Estrella Damn Top 50 Gastropubs 2022 list today.  

The Top 50 Gastropubs list, now in its 13th year, ranks the UK’s best gastropubs according to the votes from more than 400 gastropub owners, food critics and other industry experts.   

Chris Lowe,, Top 50 Gastropubs publisher, said: “After a tough two years for the hospitality industry, we are thrilled to see such a strong list of contenders this year, including a new number one and several new entrants!

"The Top 50 Gastropubs provides a platform for food-lovers to explore the very best offerings across the UK. We are delighted to host this year’s event in Manchester for the first time, highlighting the range of talent across the UK.

"I’m incredibly delighted for Brendan and everyone at The Unruly Pig to get the number 1 spot.” 

Further northern pubs to feature in the list include The Rat Inn (Anick, Hexham) The Broad Chare (Newcastle Upon Tyne), The Higher Buck, Waddington (near Manchester), The Pipe and Glass, (Barnsley,Yorkshire), The Shibden Mill Inn (Shibden, West Yorkshire), The White Swan at Fence (Fence, Burnley), Heft (High Newton, Lancashire), The Higher Buck (Waddington, Lancashire) and The Hovingham Inn (Yorkshire).

James Healey, UK Country Manager for Estrella Damm, said: "As the authentic premium beer of Barcelona, Estrella Damm is proud to continue to support the UK's gastropubs.

"This is the seventh year that we have sponsored the Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropub Awards, an awards ceremony that celebrates high calibre ingredients, culinary excellence and innovation, qualities that are also shared by Estrella Damm.

"We want to extend our congratulations to all 50 gastropubs on the list and hope more pub-goers are lucky enough to experience their talent in 2022.” 

The Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropubs 2022 list is as follows: 

1              The Unruly Pig, Woodbridge

2              Parkers Arms, Clitheroe

3              The Star Inn at Harome, Harome

4              The Angel at Hetton, Hetton

5              Freemasons at Wiswell, Clitheroe

6              The Sportsman, Whitstable

7              The Guinea Grill, London

8              The Fordwich Arms, Canterbury

9              The Mariners, Rock

10           The Hand & Flowers, Marlow

11           The Beehive, White Waltham

12           The Kentish Hare, Bidborough

13           The Coach, Marlow

14           The Cornish Arms, Tavistock

15           The Harwood Arms, London

16           The Red Lion and Sun, London

17           The Pyne Arms, Barnstaple

18           The Rat Inn, Anick

19           The Broad Chare, Newcastle Upon Tyne

20           The Hardwick, Abergavenny

21           The Bull & Last, London

22           The Masons Arms, Knowstone

23           The Pipe and Glass, Barnsley

24           The Longs Arms, South Wraxall

25           The Swan, Bampton

26           The White Swan at Fence, Fence

27           The Loch and The Tyne, Old Windsor

28           The Duncombe Arms, Ashbourne

29           The French House, Soho

30           The Moorcock, Norland Moor

31           The Shibden Mill Inn, Shibden

32           The Pack Horse, Hayfield

33           Heft, High Newton

34           The Felin Fach Griffin, Brecon

35           The Five Bells Inn, Cullompton

36           St Kew Inn, Bodmin

37           The Castle Inn, Castle Combe

38           The Canton Arms, Stockwell

39           The Higher Buck, Waddington

40           The Duck Inn, Pett Bottom

41           The Hovingham Inn, Yorkshire

42           The Plough, Coton

43           The Three Hills, Bartlow

44           The Hind's Head, Bray

45           The Dog at Wingham, Wingham

46           The Bell Inn, Langford

47           The Black Bear Inn, Usk

48           The Cadeleigh Arms, Tiverton

49           The Bailiwick Free House, Egham

50           The Cross, Kenilworth

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Brilliant news !! 3rd place in ⁦@Top50Gastropubs⁩ with ⁦@EstrellaDammUK⁩ ⁦@Taylors⁩ ⁦@YorkshireTea⁩ ⁦@bibendumwine⁩ helping proceedings!! Thank you Team Harome….it’s been an eventful year! Imagine if we’d been open 12 months 😂🏆👍👏👏👏 pic.twitter.com/S4pi6v5tKF

— The Star at Harome (@TheStaratHarome) January 24, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/theres-a-huge-cheese-and-wine-crawl-happening-across-manchester-city-centre/ Tue, 25 Jan 2022 16:24:50 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264400

In what is undeniably the stuff of dreams for cheese lovers, you can now take part in a cheese and wine crawl around Manchester city centre this year.

Manchester is city that's packed with culture.

But if you don’t fancy seeing the sights through one of the more typical tours, The Manchester Cheese Crawl will take you around some of the cheesiest spots the city has to offer for two hours of non-stop cheese-related fun - including everything from blue cheese tasting, to cheese quizzes, competitions, and more.

Beginning this Friday 28 January, the events will be taking place at both 12pm and 3pm every Friday and Saturday throughout 2022.

The pun-filled description for The Manchester Cheese Crawl reads: "Calling all curd nerds and turophiles, Manchester’s finest cheeses are being wrapped up into a two-hour walking tour.

"The crawl is two hours of non stop in-curd-edible action.

"It will be packed full of Manchester’s brie-liant cheeses, with very mature fun facts, and the chance to heckle your quizmaster with your favourite cheese puns that will have your group crumbling faster than a Wensleydale.

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"Meanwhile you feta believe you’ll learn a bit about cheese making, and be introduced to some cheese mongers and shops you just camembert to stay away from".

Cheese lovers attending the Manchester Cheese Crawl will need to meet at the Richard Cobden statue in St Ann's Square, where the tour will begin, all before wandering across the city to try the finest cheeses Manchester has to offer, and eventually ending up on Tib Street in the heart of the Northern Quarter.

Tickets cost just £25 each, and include cheese samples, optional bread and crackers, and some red wine to complement.

You can grab your tickets here.

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]]> 264400 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/manchester-day-parade-returns-for-2022-following-two-year-hiatus/ Tue, 25 Jan 2022 17:00:21 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264444

After a two-year absence, Manchester Day is back for 2022 and promises to be bigger and better than ever before. 

The countdown is officially on for the celebration of Manchester, its people, and of all things Mancunian.

It will take place this year on Sunday 19 June, heralding the return of the vibrant Manchester Day Parade, which will return to weave its way through the city's streets once again. 

Back for its first outing since 2019, the spotlight for this year's big return of the city's much-loved free event will be dedicated to Manchester's children and young people, who Councillor Pat Karney said: "have missed out on so much during the pandemic."

"It's been a really tough couple of years for them, and we're determined to help them smile again and have some fun."

As the celebration of the city returns for 2022, revellers will delight in a kaleidoscope of colour, sound and culture as youth and community groups from across the city join the famous parade, which has become the highlight of the day. 

As always, music and dance will also spill over into the city centre squares for an afternoon of family entertainment, food and drink – with more details revealed in the coming weeks.

Anyone can be part of Manchester Day, and the callout is now on for youth groups, community groups, volunteers, and anyone else who wants to take part to reach out to organisers.  

There are lots of different ways people can get involved - be that working with a professional artist to turn their creative idea into a creation for the parade or bringing their own colourful costumes or traditional cultural dress to dance, strut or style their way along the streets as part of the parade.

People can also join a pop-up workshop and work with others to make something spectacular, or get involved in volunteering opportunities, both on the day and in the lead up to the event.  

Councillor Pat Karney, Chair of Manchester Day, said: "What a long three years it has been! We never dreamt as the sun set on Manchester Day in 2019 that it would be another three years before we would be able to get together and celebrate our wonderful city again. 

"Absence really does make the heart grow fonder though and we've already had a fantastic response to our call-out for community and youth groups to get involved.   

"The return of Manchester Day is a chance for everyone to show the world what Manchester is made of and celebrate kicking Covid good-bye in true Mancunian style. 

"I cannot wait!" 

The huge task of creating all the amazing artworks, costumes, and props for what promises to be a spectacular return to the streets for the Manchester Day Parade begins now, and will once again be overseen by the award-winning local arts organisation, Walk the Plank.   

Hundreds of participants and volunteers from local communities will spend the next few months working with local artists to help bring Manchester Day to life. 

Liz Pugh, Creative Producer of Walk the Plank, said: "We’re particularly excited to see how children and young people want to shape the future of the city, and how that might be reflected in the sections of the Parade.

"We know the impact of climate change is a big issue for them, and that will feature in some of the floats. And there’s always great dance from some of the street crews, along with some of Manchester’s best loved music.”  

Manchester Day also strives to limit its carbon footprint and impact on the planet. Sustainability is key to the event, which aims to be as green as it can by recycling materials as much as possible, limiting waste and training participating teams in an awareness of the carbon dioxide costs and impacts of everyday activities.

Fossil-fuelled vehicles are banned from the parade, which instead harnesses people power and embraces structures that can be pushed, pulled, wheeled, or walked. 

Councillor Pat Karney said: "It's fantastic to be bringing Manchester Day back to the city's streets again and this year we're determined to make sure the event is greener than ever as the city works hard towards becoming zero carbon by 2038.  

"We're going to be pulling out all the stops to make sure the day plays its part in this and to help ensure generations of children and young people will still be able to celebrate Manchester Day many years from now." 

The callout for any youth or community groups who want to take part in the parade and workshops closes on 11 February. 

To express an interest in taking part or for more information on how to get involved in MTo express an interest in taking part or for more information on how to get involved in Manchester Day this year, visit the Manchester Day website here.

]]> 264444 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/manchester-music-collective-and-label-swing-ting-announce-last-ever-release/ Tue, 25 Jan 2022 17:04:12 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264447

After eight years of making music and thirty-six imprint releases later, seminal Manchester music collective and label Swing Ting has announced its last drop - and it's a belter.

Finishing on a high, the Swing Ting label has dropped a collection of remixes of Manchester MC Fox's debut 2019 album Juice Flow, which focused on his own journey whilst working with the collective over the years.

A stalwart of the Manchester scene, Fox has appeared regularly as a vocalist on Swing Ting's releases as well as acting as a resident MC at the now-discontinued club nights that once filled Soup Kitchen's basement with ravers every month.

So it seems only fitting that he's all over the final release, too.

The culmination of a decade of performing at Swing Ting dances, the original Juice Flow album featured a star-studded guest-list of worldwide collaborators, friends and family.

Now, this new Juice Flow Remixed package sees producers Lenzman, Nowheretobefound, Sam Binga and Sherry S retouch and revisit four of the original thirteen tracks with a contemporary edge.

Firstly, North-Quarter’s Lenzman flips the Tappa Benz featuring Day Ones into a sweet, soulful drum and bass roller that has already been getting rotation from scene heavyweights. Opening with the line "Out to my day ones and my day twos / Shout to my bredrins and my stay trues," it all feels a bit emotional.

Next, mysterious Nowheretobefound takes the eponymouse title cut on a breezy, blissed-out soulful garage tip, before Sam Binga takes the Coco-featuring Rebel Souljah on a bubbling, percussive UK funky-ish workout.

Last but not least, Sherry S steps up for the final rework, ramping up the tempo of the Anz-produced Live Life for a roughneck, two-step banger set to cause club damage. 

Set to drop on Friday 4 February, it is the last ever release on the Swing Ting label - first founded in 2014.

Read more: Manchester club night Swing Ting is ending after 13 years

Over the years, the Manchester label has achieved global acclaim from the likes of Mixmag, Resident Advisor, DJ Mag, Pan African Music, Riddim Magazine and The Wire with wide support across BBC 1Xtra, Radio 1, NTS live and more.

Just like Swing Ting itself, Fox has never been one to be held down to one particular sound and this final release seems a fitting tribute to both.

A mix of bass-heavy party sounds spanning a range of genres, Juice Flow Remixed sees them exit out on a high in a fitting tribute to many years of hard work and floor-filling party bangers.

Feature image - Swing TIng

]]> 264447 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/gmp-appeals-for-footage-after-eight-suspects-have-now-been-questioned-over-death-of-stretford-teen/ Wed, 26 Jan 2022 08:32:54 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264461

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) is appealing for footage from the night of the death of 16-year-old Kennie Carter.

Kennie died on Saturday 22 January after suffering a fatal wound to the chest after a suspected stabbing on Thirlmere Avenue in Stretford, and GMP has confirmed that eight arrests have now been made in total - including two boys aged 16 and 15 who were taken to custody earlier on Tuesday.

Detectives were also questioning two further suspects yesterday, who had been arrested on suspicion of the murder of the teenager.

Six of the boys remain in custody sites across Greater Manchester to be questioned by investigators from GMP's Major Incident Team, and two other suspects - aged 17 and 15 - who were arrested on Sunday 23 January have now been released after questioning with no further action to be taken against them.

Six warrants have so far been executed in relation to the investigation.

GMP says Kennie's family are being kept updated with the investigation's progress through dedicated specialist officers providing them with ongoing support.

Enquiries so far have helped detectives form a developed early picture of the events that led to Kennie's death - but GMP is continuing to appeal to the public to bring forward any information they may have.

The force says it is particularly keen to see any dash-cam, CCTV, or doorbell footage that may have been captured from the Stretford area on Saturday night - especially around the Moss Road, Davyhulme Road, and Thirlmere Avenue areas.

Anyone who may live in those areas or who was passing through those roads between 6-7pm on Saturday is urged to check any footage they may have and to get in touch with police with anything that could appear suspicious.

"After already conducting numerous enquiries with witnesses, CCTV, people in the community and speaking to several suspects, we're developing a greater picture by the hour into the events that night that tragically ended with the death of young Kennie," explained Detective Chief Inspector Alicia Smith, from GMP's Major Incident Team.

"Given this is a fast-moving and complex investigation it's vital the public continue to feed into us information that initially may not appear relevant, but could provide highly significant in our inquiry.

"We've launched our online portal for anyone with footage or images from the night to send them to us, and I am particularly appealing to people who may have been passing through Stretford to check any CCTV, dash-cam or doorbell video and send it to us.

"The Stretford area will still have been fairly busy in the aftermath of a football match at Old Trafford a couple hours earlier, and we are confident that someone we have not yet spoken to has some important information that could be key to our investigation."

An online portal has been opened for anyone to submit footage and other digital assets here.

Anyone can contact GMP with information - "no matter how significant it may seem" - on 0161 856 9908 quoting incident 2529 of 22/01/2022.

Details can be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Featured Image - Greater Manchester Police (GMP)

]]> 264461 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/marcus-rashford-and-jesse-lingard-condemn-antisemitism-after-being-pictured-with-rapper-wiley/ Wed, 26 Jan 2022 09:52:26 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264480

Marcus Rashford and Jesse Lingard have both spoken out to publicly condemn antisemitism after an image of the two with rapper Wiley has been circulating online.

The Manchester United and England pair were photographed with the 43-year-old grime artist in an image which is thought to have been taken on Sunday in Dubai, where Wiley has been performing and a number of England footballers are currently on holiday.

Wiley - whose real name is Richard Kylea Cowie, and is often labelled the 'Godfather of Grime' - was one of the most well-known and successful artists on the UK grime scene since the turn of the century, but was notably dropped by his management back in 2020 after making a number of offensive and antisemitic comments during rants on social media.

The rapper has been banned from Twitter and Instagram multiple times for his remarks.

Following the circulation of the image on social media this week, Rashford and Lingard have both issued statements condemning the rapper's previous comments.

They have insisted they do not support Wiley or his beliefs.

https://twitter.com/MarcusRashford/status/1485972331474337797?s=20

24-year-old Rashford said in his statement on Twitter yesterday: "This picture has been brought to my attention which I understand now, given context, could easily be misconstrued. I would like to reinforce that I do not and will not condone discriminative language or behaviour of any kind aimed at the Jewish community or any other community.

"I truly believe that tackling antisemitism in and outside of the game requires a greater level of attention and should very much form part of the game’s anti-racism stance."

When further questioned on Twitter by a Jewish journalist about the context of the picture as this was "not explained in [his] statement", Rashford responded that he "wasn't aware" of Wiley's comments at the time the photo was taken.

"I wasn’t aware of comments that had been made when I got pulled into a photo opportunity. Comments that I absolutely condemn [and] I apologise for any upset caused," he said.

"We just all happened to be in the same place at the same time."

Jesse Lingard also took to Twitter to speak out after the picture was seen circulating.

The 29-year-old said: "I’ve been made aware of a photo circulating currently, that can easily be misconstrued.

"I want to make it clear that I do not condone any form of racism whatsoever."

https://twitter.com/JesseLingard/status/1486004729389985792?s=20

Back in July 2020, shortly after the rapper made several offensive comments against Jewish people on social media, Wiley did an interview with Sky News about such antisemitic beliefs, where he refused to distance himself from them, and claimed the comments were aimed at his Jewish manager.

"My comments should not have been directed to all Jews or Jewish people," he said.

"I want to apologise for generalising, and I want to apologise for comments that were looked at as antisemitic."

Sky News was strongly criticised for giving the rapper a platform to explain himself.

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This picture has been brought to my attention which I understand now, given context, could easily be misconstrued. I would like to reinforce that I do not and will not condone discriminative language or behaviour of any kind aimed at the Jewish community or any other community.

— Marcus Rashford MBE (@MarcusRashford) January 25, 2022]]>

I’ve been made aware of a photo circulating currently, that can easily be misconstrued. I want to make it clear that I do not condone any form of racism whatsoever!

— Jesse Lingard (@JesseLingard) January 25, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/gino-dacampo-says-restaurants-rebranded-against-his-wishes-as-he-reveals-plans-for-huge-new-manchester-site/ Wed, 26 Jan 2022 12:40:25 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264516

Celebrity chef Gino D'Acampo was in Alderley Edge on Monday night opening his new Italian restaurant, Luciano. Whilst he was there, he revealed that he's got eyes on a site in Manchester next - and that work has already begun.

The Italian TV chef told the Manchester Evening News that, following an unsanctioned rebrand of his Gino's My Restaurant sites, he is now moving forward with his own plans to open a massive new Manchester branch of Luciano, which is named after his eldest son.

Whilst he wouldn't reveal the location of the new restaurant, he did hint that it would be a sizeable upgrade on the Corn Exchange site, which is currently being rebranded as Riva Blu alongside four other Gino's sites.

He also told the newspaper that the rebrand had been 'against his wishes'.

He said: "My dad used to say to me for every action there is a reaction. Those five restaurants, they were rebranded without my consent and this is my reaction, I open new ones.

"When one goes, I say let’s do something bigger and better."

By Gino's own account, the new Manchester eatery will be 'huge', set across three floors with a sky lounge and terrace.

Gino's description of his new Luciano site seems to match that of the now-vacant Restaurant Bar & Grill on John Dalton Street, which was owned by Individual Restaurants - the company also behind Gino's My Restaurant brand.

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Hinting that it should be open in time for the summer, he told the MEN "They are busy chiselling away on it as we speak".

He also said that he had eyes on further sites for Luciano in Birmingham, Sheffield and Leeds, having already opened a Luciano site in London's West End last year at 5 star hotel ME.

The chef's new restaurant project promises to bring premium Italian ingredients to diners as part of its fine dining menu.

Read more: There’s a huge cheese and wine crawl happening across Manchester city centre

At the Cheshire restaurant, which launched this week in the former Piccolini site, diners can enjoy Napoli pizza and an attractive selection of pasta, risotto and gnocchi.

The menu also boasts large meat and seafood selections, featuring the likes of grilled langoustines, Sicilian tuna, numerous steak cuts, truffled chicken and rack of lamb, alongside a list of contorni sides as is traditional in Italy.

The former Gino's restaurant in the Corn Exchange, meanwhile, will close on 27 January to become a new Italian restaurant with no connection to the chef.

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Just to set the record straight 🤌🤌…
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— Gino D'Acampo (@Ginofantastico) January 6, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/manchesters-most-glamorous-new-restaurant-namii-kitchen-cocktails-to-launch-live-music-offering/ Wed, 26 Jan 2022 13:19:58 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264570

One of Manchester's hottest new restaurants is launching a live music programme this weekend.

Pan-Asian restaurant and bar Namii Kitchen & Cocktails, which opened on New York Street late last year, will be welcoming live singers and musicians each weekend. 

The luxurious newcomer will then have resident DJs on the decks until late.

Guests will be able to watch the performances while working through Namii's extensive list of Vietnamese-inspired cocktails.

Drinks at the new restaurant include the The Horse of Iron, which combines Roku gin, ginkgo kernel and wasabi syrup – drawing on an ancient legend that tells of a horse belonging to Saint Giong that spit fire from its mouth to defeat invaders, then flew away into the sky.

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Its cocktails regularly feature alcohols like sake, Japanese whiskey, and Haku vodka, often infused with flavours of pineapple, mango, and even buttered popcorn.

Other hand-crafted ingredients include orange flower water, kaffir lime cordial, and pandan jelly for a real taste of South-East Asia.

On top of that, there's a wide variety of wines, sakes, beers and spirits, including a range of Baijiu, a spirit from China that's actually the most popular spirit in the world.

It's all served alongside a menu of traditional favourites such as Vietnam’s national dish, Pho, Shaking beef and summer rolls.

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Namii's new music offering is set to launch this Friday 28 January, treating guests to live performances between 6pm and 9pm before the DJ takes over.

On Saturday 29, the resident DJs will be joined by live musicians like saxophonists and electric violinists.

The following week on Saturday 5 February, Namii Kitchen & Cocktails will also be adding a brunch offering to its weekends, with live music, singers and DJs performing on Saturdays and Sunday - bookings are now live.

Read more: Manchester Day parade returns for 2022 following two-year hiatus

Its main food menu will be served right through until 10pm, with drinks-only bookings available from 9pm until late.

There are bespoke packages available for larger bookings too.

Book your table and find out more about their weekly entertainment at namii.co.uk.

Featured image: Namii

]]> 264570 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/sainsburys-asks-shoppers-and-staff-to-keep-wearing-masks-when-plan-b-restrictions-lift/ Wed, 26 Jan 2022 14:33:11 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264612

Sainsbury's has said it will continue asking staff and shoppers to wear face coverings in store after Plan B restrictions have been lifted in England.

The supermarket chain says it's because safety remains its "highest priority".

Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced in a statement to MPs in the House of Commons last week that all Plan B restrictions in England would be lifted on 27 January, and that the legal requirement for people with COVID-19 to self-isolate would be allowed to lapse when those regulations expired on 24 March, but that date could be brought forward.

Guidance to work from home, and the requirement to wear a face covering in classrooms has already ended in England from last Thursday, but from tomorrow, the wearing of face masks on public transport, in supermarkets and retail settings, in communal areas of schools, and "most public indoor venues" will not be required.

Read more: All the Plan B restrictions that have ended in England from today

While the government says it is still recommending they are worn in "crowded and indoor spaces where you may come into contact with people you do not normally meet", Mr Johnson said it’s time to "trust the judgment" of the British public when it comes to face masks.

Sainsbury's has a different view, however.

It has decided that it will carry on asking those who work and shop in any branch of the retailer in England to keep wearing masks in the name of safety.

The supermarket said in a statement: "Safety remains our highest priority, and so, from Thursday, we’re asking our customers and colleagues in England to continue to wear a face covering in our stores if they are able to.

"We continue to have a range of safety measures in all of our stores, including screens and sanitising stations."

It is still unclear whether other supermarket retailers will follow in the footsteps of Sainsbury's.

https://twitter.com/DHSCgovuk/status/1485541633919643651?s=20

The Prime Minister said the decision to legally lift all Plan B restrictions on 27 January comes after Omicron cases were seen to be falling across the UK, and on the basis that he believes the wave had likely peaked nationally.

Read more: This is why some supermarkets are refusing to enforce the new face mask rules

Mr Johnson suggested he would start treating COVID more like the flu, saying: "There will soon come a time when we can remove the legal requirement to self-isolate altogether, just as we don’t place legal obligations on people to isolate if they have flu.

"As COVID becomes endemic, we will need to replace legal requirements with advice and guidance, urging people with the virus to be careful and considerate of others."

He said the government would set out its long-term strategy for "living with COVID".

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Plan B measures are being removed following the success of the booster programme.

People are no longer advised to work from home and from Thursday:

▶️ face coverings will no longer be mandatory indoors
▶️ NHS COVID Passes will be voluntary for large events

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— Department of Health and Social Care (@DHSCgovuk) January 24, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/manchester-brewery-cloudwater-winds-down-brewdog-contract-in-further-blow-for-craft-beer-giant-manc/ Wed, 26 Jan 2022 16:52:44 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264622

Manchester-based brewery Cloudwater is terminating its contract with BrewDog, which had enabled it to get its craft beers into Tesco supermarkets.

The local brewery issued a formal statement addressing the 'winding down' of its partnership with BrewDog, which has been embroiled in a row about workplace culture.

In a Disclosure documentary that aired on the BBC earlier this week, BrewDog co-founder James Watt was accused of inappropriate behaviour by colleagues in the brand's bars in the US - allegations that he says are 'totally false'.

Cloudwater has now said that it has 'reviewed the situation' with its Beer With Big Ideas contract with the Scottish brewery, and will begin to cut its ties.

They have said on Twitter that they were 'simply not aware of the extent of the problem' but stressed that they 'stand in solidarity' with those in the beer industry who are fighting for the best possible working conditions.

Cloudwater's termination of their contract with BrewDog will also mean they discontinue production of their Cloudwater Vs Brewdog New England IPA.

A statement shared on Monday states: "We've got an update for you all regarding our beers in Tesco.

"At the very start of last year, we entered into a contract with BrewDog to supply Tesco stores.

"When the contract was produced, the opportunities, outlook and the context for this agreement looked very different.

"Following a review of the situation, including consideration of alternative opportunities through grocery to support the breweries involved in the Beer With Big Ideas initiative, we have begun the process of winding down the contract with BrewDog early, and have notified Tesco of our decision.

"It will take time for both completion of remaining contractual negotiations and for long supply pipelines to clear.

"This is all we are able to say at the current moment. Thanks for your understanding."

They later added on Twitter: "We simply were not aware of the extent of the problem and, as a human-centred employer that prioritises the wellbeing of its team above typical commercial goals, we stand in solidarity with people in the industry collectively striving for the best possible working conditions.

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"In this regard, we can only aim to earn people's trust through our actions. We'll be trying our best to do just that."

Another post from Cloudwater states: "We know a lot of folks will be disappointed to see the beers removed from Tesco shelves but we believe it's the right decision for everyone."

After The Truth About BrewDog aired on Monday evening, James Watt posted on Twitter: "The BBC published claims which are totally false & they published them despite the extensive evidence we provided to demonstrate that they were false.

"Reluctantly, I am now forced to take legal action against the BBC to protect my reputation."

Allan Leighton, chairman of BrewDog, said: "Since the publication of the open letter in 2021, we have overseen a major independent review into our culture, which included reaching out to all signatories and all leavers over the past 12 months, and we have implemented a wide-ranging action plan to address the issues raised.

"To those former crew members for whom BrewDog failed to meet their expectations, we are sorry. To those who felt strongly enough about their experience to participate in the programme, we urge them to get in touch with our HR Team or use our independent ethics hotline so we can listen and act. Their feedback is hugely valuable.

"Any allegations of impropriety are taken extremely seriously. James has provided full assurance that the BBC’s claims are not accurate and are based on rumour and misinformation. Where a complaint was raised in the US, these were fully investigated by an external third party and found to be without substance.

Read more: Sainsbury’s asks shoppers and staff to keep wearing masks when Plan B restrictions lift

"James has committed to making improvements to his management style and he will continue that development under my mentorship. He has expressed considerable regret if his manner has in any way made crew feel uncomfortable – that is clearly not his intention and goes specifically against the collaborative culture we want to build.

"Under James’s leadership, BrewDog has grown from a 2 part-time employee start-up to a global brewer with over 100 bars, 5 hotels, 2,400 employees, with plans for considerable growth in 2022, with the creation of over 1,000 new jobs this year.

"In addition, BrewDog has taken a true leadership position in terms of sustainability. We have an incredible future, but our overriding priority is making sure we are the best employer we can be and that our people feel safe, valued and fulfilled. We will continue to provide updates on our journey.”

The Manc has contacted BrewDog for comment.

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We simply were not aware of the extent of the problem and, as a human-centred employer that prioritises the wellbeing of its team above typical commercial goals, we stand in solidarity with people in the industry collectively striving for the best possible working conditions.

— Cloudwater Brew Co (@cloudwaterbrew) January 24, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/trending/greater-manchester-has-officially-been-crowned-the-smartest-area-of-the-uk/ Wed, 26 Jan 2022 16:08:04 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264637

A new study has revealed that Greater Manchester has officially been crowned the smartest area of the UK.

According to the research, on average, 48% more students in Greater Manchester achieve the top GCSE grade of 9 in the core subjects of Maths, English Language and Literature, Chemistry, Biology, and Physics, than the average for all the regions on the list.

Greater Manchester also has over 200% more students attaining Grade 9s on average than Kent - which is the region where students achieve the fewest Grade 9s.  

The research - which has been carried out by international education providers Oxford Summer School - saw new data from the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) analysed to discover which areas in the UK achieved the highest average results for core GCSE subjects in 2021.  

Following Greater Manchester, Tyne and Wear is the second most intelligent area in the UK.

45% more students in the North East area achieved a Grade 9 in the core subjects, than the average for all regions surveyed, and Tyne and Wear also has 214% more students attaining a Grade 9 in Maths, Science, and English Language and Literature, than Kent.

Cambridgeshire is the third smartest region in the UK, with 44% more students in the area achieving a Grade 9 in the core subjects compared to the average, while Buckinghamshire and the Isle of Wight round out the top five.

Cheshire claims the sixth spot, while fellow Northern regions of Cumbria and West Yorkshire claim places in the top 15.

Top 15 Most Intelligent Places in the UK 

1. Greater Manchester
2. Tyne and Wear
3. Cambridgeshire
4. Buckinghamshire
5. Isle of Wight
6. Cheshire
7. West Midlands
8. Essex
9. Greater London
10. Cumbria
11. Hampshire
12. Rutland
13. Gloucestershire
14. West Yorkshire
15. Cornwall

At the other end of the scale, as already mentioned, Kent is the area where students achieve the lowest percentage of Grade 9s in the key GCSE subjects of Maths, Science and English Language - which is 53% less than the average for all regions.

Merseyside, Suffolk, and Surrey are all places that also rank lower on the list, with students achieving 33%, 25%, and 20% fewer Grade 9s at GCSE than the average for all UK areas.

Featured Image - Unsplash (Clay Banks)

]]> 264637 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/all-the-restrictions-that-have-been-lifted-from-today-as-plan-b-ends-in-england/ Thu, 27 Jan 2022 08:58:48 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264710

The vast majority of Plan B restrictions have officially ended in England from today.

The restrictions were first introduced back in December 2021 in a bid to curb the spread of the Omicron variant, but as infection rates, case numbers, and hospitalisation figures were seen to be decreasing, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that England would make the move back to 'Plan A' this week.

He claimed it's time to "trust the judgement" of the British public, and said the government would set out its long-term strategy for "living with COVID".

From today, the wearing of face masks on public transport, in supermarket and retail settings, in communal areas of schools, and "most public indoor venues" will not be required, and you’ll also no longer need to show your NHS COVID Pass at venues and events by law.

The easing of all Plan B restrictions comes after guidance to work from home, and the requirement to wear a face covering in classrooms, ended in England last week.

Read more: All the Plan B restrictions that have ended in England from today

According to the government, as of today, the lifting of Plan B means:

• Mandatory COVID-19 certification will end, but venues may choose to use the 'NHS COVID Pass' voluntarily.
• Face coverings will not be required by law in indoor venues.
• Local directors of public health are still able to recommend face coverings in communal areas - only in education settings - within their area, but only where the department and public health experts judge the measures to be proportionate.
• Face coverings must still be worn in health and care settings, including primary care and pharmacies.
• It is still a legal requirement for those with COVID-19 to self-isolate for 10 days with the option to end self-isolation after 5 full days following two negative Lateral Flow tests.

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When it comes to the wearing of face coverings, the government says it is still recommending they are worn in "crowded and indoor spaces where you may come into contact with people you do not normally meet".

Some companies and services, however, are continuing to ask people to wear masks.

Face coverings will still be mandatory on Transport for London (TfGM) services, and supermarkets Sainsbury's and Waitrose will be also be asking staff and shoppers to continue wearing masks in stores.

Read more: Sainsbury’s asks shoppers and staff to keep wearing face masks when Plan B restrictions lift

Speaking on the lifting of Plan B restrictions today, Health Secretary Sajid Javid said: "The tireless efforts of NHS and care staff, and the army of volunteers, as well as the phenomenal response of the British public means over 37 million people have been boosted and I want to thank everyone who has come forward.

"Our vaccines, testing and antivirals ensure we have some of the strongest defences in Europe and are allowing us to cautiously return to Plan A, restoring more freedoms to this country.

"But as we learn to live with COVID, we need to be clear eyed that this virus is not going away so if you haven't already."

A number of senior medics have criticised the decision to lift Plan B resrictions.

Dr Chaand Nagpaul - Chair of the British Medical Association (BMA) Council - said scrapping the measures at such a fast pace "risks creating a false sense of security" while the NHS is still under crippling pressure.

He said the decision to move to Plan A was "not guided by the data".

Matthew Taylor - Chief Executive of the NHS Confederation - said: "We will have greater freedoms, but the cost - at least in the short term - will be that more people are likely to get sick with COVID and that the health service will continue to have to deal with the extra burdens that this creates."

The legal requirement for people with COVID-19 to self-isolate is due to expire on 24 March, but that date could be brought forward.

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Plan B measures have been lifted following the success of the booster programme.

From today:

▶️ face coverings are no longer mandatory indoors
▶️ NHS COVID Passes are voluntary for large events

Work from home advice has already been lifted.

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— Department of Health and Social Care (@DHSCgovuk) January 27, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/a-boozy-ice-cream-parlour-a-few-scoops-selling-sundaes-is-coming-to-sale/ Thu, 27 Jan 2022 10:29:56 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264756

Boozy independent ice cream slingers A Few Scoops have revealed exciting new plans to settle down in a permanent parlour in Sale next month, bringing their trademark treats to the Trafford town.

Epic cocktail-inspired sundaes, sorbets and milkshakes will be the order of the day when the artisans open inside Sale Foodhall next week on 3 February.

Flavours like espresso martini, pina colada, old fashioned and mojito, all lovingly made by the team, will be served in cones from the Antonelli Brothers in Eccles, or coupled with brownies, sugar waffles and cookies as part of more elaborate ice cream sundaes.

The new sundae menu has been put together especially for Sale, and the team are currently developing some new flavours too -including cocktail-inspired white Russian and cherry bourbon ice creams - ready to debut when they open the parlour next week.

These boozy ice creams will also be used to make indulgent shakes, or as 600ml tubs for ice cream lovers to enjoy at home.

It's not all booze and cream, though. Non-drinkers and vegans will have something to enjoy too, with a range of straight-up alcohol-free ice creams, sorbets and shakes also on offer.

Read more: The new Manchester bottomless brunch with endless Detroit pizza and unlimited margaritas

They will join the likes of Basilico Pizza and What's Your Beef as residents at Sale Foodhall on Stanley Square in the town centre.

Having already built a large and loyal following touring Greater Manchester (and beyond) with their cocktail-inspired puds, all served out of their beloved baby pink tuk tuk (Jolene) and vintage bike (Dolly), the move to Sale marks an exciting new chapter.

Open Sunday - Thursday 12pm - 9pm, and Friday and Saturday 12pm - 10pm, .to celebrate their arrival on 3 February A Few Scoops will be giving away a free scoop of ice cream in a cone between 5 and 7pm. 

They also plan to serve up ice cream for breakfast from 9am on Saturday 5 February to mark Ice Cream for Breakfast Day, which doesn't sound like a real thing - but we're absolutely here for it.

Read more: Manchester brewery Cloudwater winds down BrewDog contract in further blow for craft beer giant

Speaking on the new opening, Alanna, founder of A Few Scoops, said: “We’re delighted to be joining the Foodhall family and to bring our scoops over to Sale.

"Both Foodhalls and the General Stores have been so supportive of A Few Scoops since we launched in May last year and we can’t wait to call Sale Foodhall our home.”

Maisie Chow, a spokesperson for the Foodhalls, added: “We’re absolutely delighted to welcome A Few Scoops to our Foodhall community.

"We have been looking for the right person to complete our wonderful independent street food family over here in Sale and the innovative, local and independent spirit of what Alanna and her team do fit perfectly with us. Get ready for some seriously good ice cream Sale.’” 

Feature image - A Few Scoops

]]> 264756 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/producers-confirm-manchester-crime-series-the-detectives-is-returning-this-year/ Thu, 27 Jan 2022 09:53:15 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264758

The production company behind the hit Manchester-based BBC crime series The Detectives: Fighting Organised Crime has confirmed it will be making its return to our screens in 2022.

Filmed over the course of two years, it's fair to say that the hugely-popular documentary series had the nation gripped when it first aired back in March 2021, as it explored real instances of organised crime in Manchester, and the team of detectives trying to put a stop to it, with each episode covering cases as they happen.

What set the show apart from other similar series’ was its exceptional coverage of live police investigations.

It really was an unprecedented access to the Greater Manchester Police.

Millions of viewers tuned into the first episode of the series, which saw police receive a call after a man was taken from his home by an armed gang in front of his wife and children, before being held hostage, tortured, and only released after a £34,000 ransom was paid, and then millions more caught the second episode too, which documented an incident and spate of criminal activity covered multiple times in the national press back in 2018 and 2019.

Yet despite the success of those first two episodes, without any prior warning, the series suddenly disappeared from TV guides, and when the next week rolled around on the day the show usually aired, many people were wondering where it had gone.

More recently, the existing episodes were also removed from BBC iPlayer.

Read more: Why The Detectives: Fighting Organised Crime stopped airing on BBC and when it returns to TV

The reason for the show disappearing off air wasn't something the BBC seemed massively keen to talk about, despite many people asking, but in an answer to someone’s inquisitive question on Twitter back in May 2021, BBC iPlayer did reveal that: "The first two episodes were self-contained narratives [and] there are three remaining episodes that are planned later in the summer which follow one complete story."

The summer may have passed, but now, the show's producers have finally confirmed it will be making its long-anticipated return in 2022.

Minnow Pictures explained in two separate tweet replies: "It will return this year [2022], date TBC, and we do need to wait for stories to conclude."

They also added that "there are delays due to ongoing investigations."

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The subject and storylines for the upcoming episodes are currently unconfirmed.

There have been rumours that the show’s second run will focus on grooming gangs in Rochdale, although the BBC are yet to shed any light on whether this is true, or when exactly it is that thw series will air.

The broadcaster has been simply asking people to "keep an eye on the programme page for dates nearer the time."

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It will return next year, date TBC. We do need to wait for stories to conclude

— Minnow Films (@Minnow_Films) December 8, 2021]]> https://themanc.com/trending/you-can-now-order-a-personalised-video-from-the-whisk-guy-come-dine-with-mes-most-legendary-contestant/ Thu, 27 Jan 2022 11:46:15 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264761

Come Dine With Me's most legendary contestant has officially joined Cameo, meaning fans everywhere can order a personalised video message.

Everyone remembers where they were when it happened.

It was 2013, and as the nation sat down to watch the latest instalment of reality amateur cooking show Come Dine With Me, we were thrown an unexpected treat.

It was the sight of Kev Riley, casually, inexplicably, seemingly defying the laws of biology, inserting an entire whisk into his mouth.

He had been in the middle of preparing a two-layer cheesecake for his dinner party guests when he decided to 'see what that tastes like'.

Eschewing a logical tool, like a spoon, Kev shoved the entire whisk into his mouth, then turns to the camera with chocolate all over his face and says 'perfect'. Indeed.

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Kev's 15 minutes of fame have ticked on ever since - and now the star has joined personalised video service Cameo.

His fans can order a video message to send to loved ones, for the low low price of £22.

His bio on the website states: "Just a regular northern lad , famous for putting a kitchen utensil in my mouth , whilst on primetime TV."

In a preview video, Kev said: "Good evening, it's the Whisk Guy here, in the kitchen again.

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"I'd love to do some shout-outs to your friends, for birthdays, special messages, anything you want really.

"And I'll obviously do the whisk thing if you want me to."

Kev has also recently taken part in an Ask Me Anything session on Reddit, answering some of his fans' most frequently-asked questions.

Read more: Producers confirm Manchester crime series The Detectives is returning ‘this year’

First of all, why did he do it? He said: "It was a spur of the moment thing to make the producer of the show laugh while we were cooking the vegetables. I didn't think they would include it!"

He said the worst thing about going on Come Dine With Me is that he's 'Not made a penny from all the royalties off a 12m view Youtube video (and counting!)'.

He also told people that he gets recognised 'every day', especially in his home town of Burnley.

And yes, he did put the whisk back in the mixture after he licked it.

Nice.

Featured image: Channel 4 / Cameo

]]> 264761 0 0 0 ]]> https://themanc.com/trending/embarrassing-bodies-is-bringing-its-confessional-booth-to-film-in-manchester-this-week/ Thu, 27 Jan 2022 12:33:19 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264792

Have you heard that a brand-new series of Embarrassing Bodies is returning to our screens in 2022 after five years since it was last on air?

And this week, it's bringing back its famous 'Confessional Booth' to film in Manchester.

Announcing its two-day stay in Manchester on 27 & 28 January in a post to Instagram, Embarrassing Bodies explains that the 'Confessional Booth' will disguise your face, so that you can ask the new GP team all the questions you’d be too embarrassed to ask your own GP.

"We are looking to offer discreet advice and answer your questions about practically any embarrassing issue," the show said.

In case you don’t remember the programme, or you’re unfamiliar with the premise, the BAFTA award-winning medical reality television show first hit our screens all the way back in 2007, and has since gone on to air eight series, multiple spin-offs - featuring kids, teenagers, and more - and even a special hour-long live version in 2011.

With one of TV’s most unique concepts, the series’ basic premise involves members of the public with a wide variety of medical conditions consulting the show’s doctors for advice, and up until then, those were conditions they had been too embarrassed to seek help for.

In many cases in the show’s long history, cosmetic or corrective surgery has been offered and undertaken to treat patients with more severe or noticeable ailments.

The show was always highly-popular during its original run and was the topic of many a conversation, and now, Channel 4 has confirmed that it’s going to be back for a new and exciting series next year, one that producers Maverick TV say is aiming to "raise awareness on health issues and medical conditions that some people may find hard or embarrassing to talk about".

"We hope in some instances we can potentially offer fast-tracked specialist help and treatment," they added.

The return of the show was announced last month.

Read more: Embarrassing Bodies is back and Channel 4 is looking for Mancs to appear on the show

A casting call for the new series - which will be aired on E4 - has been published on the Channel 4 website, and it reads: "Is Dr Google your best friend? Are you worried about a health condition that you don’t want to see your GP about?

"It could be bad skin that makes you miserable, excess hair where you don’t want it, a funny odour that you aren’t sure is normal.

"Maybe there’s a condition that you’ve been struggling with for years but have never had the right treatment for.

"No concern or issue is too small."

Do you have a health concern that you've previously not had the confidence to seek advice for? Applications for the return of Embarrassing Bodies in 2022 are now open, so if you are interested in taking part in the series, head on over to the Channel 4 website.

You can apply here.

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]]> 264792 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/sea-life-has-launched-a-canal-clutter-clean-up-project-across-manchester/ Thu, 27 Jan 2022 14:13:45 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264825

SEA LIFE Manchester has launched a new initiative to help the conservation of Manchester’s canals, with a number of clean-ups organised throughout 2022.

SEA LIFE centres across the UK are known to be dedicated to the conservation and clean-ups of the nation’s beaches, but since our region is famous for having 'everything but a beach', the team at SEA LIFE Manchester has decided to shift their focus over to Manchester's canals instead.

The team are now seeking the help of locals to volunteer for the clean-up programme.

Volunteers will not only get the chance to lend a hand in removing litter from the canals, but also help with the potential aquatic creatures that could be found in the city’s waters, according to SEA LIFE Manchester.

SEA LIFE Manchester explains that the main objective of the canal clean-up is "the conservation and de-cluttering of the channels", but that's not all, as volunteers will also be encouraged to keep a keen eye out for any terrapins or turtles living in the waterways for the UK citizen project 'Turtle Tally'.

Turtle Tally is an ongoing study that's aimed at collecting observational data on the locations where turtles and terrapins are spotted across the UK, and thanks to public input, organisations such as this one can collect information to understand more on this topic, and the wonderful sea (or canal) creatures. 

Through working with Turtle Tally, SEA LIFE Manchester says it is helping to "ascertain the impact" that "invasive species" such as these are having on British waterways.

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On top of that, the project will raise awareness of dangers posed to native habitats, and also how non-native species can struggle to cope in the British climate.

Unfortunately, SEA LIFE Manchester says terrapins and turtles are often released by people who no longer want the creature as a pet, and they then end up suffering in the environment due to competition for food and basking sites.

Speaking on the new project, Matt Barker - Aquarist at SEA LIFE Manchester - said: "Here at SEA LIFE, we are constantly committed to the conservation of our waters, whether that be through our beach cleans, or in this instance, our canal clean-ups, and through these conservation efforts, we aim to create a healthier environment for marine life to thrive, whilst also encouraging others to think harder about the consequences of cluttering waterbodies.

"We hope to see plenty of local volunteers come down and help us in our latest conservation efforts."

The upcoming 2022 clean-up dates are:

• 26 March: 1-3pm
• 28 April: 1-3pm
• 26 May: 1-3pm
• 25 June: 1-3pm
• 14 July: 1-3pm
• 11 August: 1-3pm
• 15 September: 1-3pm
• 6 October: 1-3pm

All volunteers will get free entry to SEA LIFE Manchester as a thank you, so for more information or to find out how to get involved, then you can visit the dedicated conservation page here.

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]]> 264825 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/where-to-find-the-best-chinese-restaurants-in-manchester/ Sun, 30 Jan 2022 16:55:00 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264427

With Chinese New Year just around the corner, more people than ever will be flocking to Manchester to celebrate the lunar new year of the tiger.

With the upcoming celebrations firmly on the brain, we thought now as good a time as any to point you in the direction of some of Manchester's best Chinese eateries so, if you are planning on popping in, you're not left with hungry bellies.

Of course, Chinatown is probably the first place you think to head - and for good reason, but there are also some cracking spots further afield we've included here too for posterity.

From dim sum to roast meats, hot pots to hand-stretched noodles, here's where to eat when you're craving Chinese food in Manchester.

Where to eat in Chinatown

More than 60 years since the first Anglo-Chinese restaurant opened in Chinatown, chefs here are still putting a modern British twist on traditional recipes and cooking methods - but the scene has changed a fair bit since the 1940s.

Once dominated by Cantonese cooking, today the area's offering is more varied with dishes from provinces like Beijing, Shanghai, Hunan and Szechuan growing in popularity.

Happy Seasons

Happy Seasons is renowned locally for its roast meats, which range from fatty cuts of pork belly to rich, lacquered whole ducks. Go early, though, as these start selling out from as early as 12pm.- they’re that popular.

Yang Sing

Yang Sing is a Chinatown institution, with tea a speciality here. Sourced from the same master, Mr Wong, for over 40 years, there’s even a pairing menu to go with your dim sum. First opened in 1977 by Harry Yeung, Yang Sing has won more than 40 awards to date.

Mei Dim

For seriously good dim sum, a staple at any good Chinese restaurant, try Mei Dim – a nondescript-looking basement canteen with massive laminated, pictorial menus. Ignore the grumpy naysayers online, the fact that the customer base here is 99% Chinese speaks volumes as to the true quality of the food.

XiongQi Hot Pot

A relatively new addition to the famous Faulkner street, hot broth steams at the centre of your table – ready for you to cook whatever you like in it. Options for veggies and vegans are numerous, as are traditional choices like tripe, ox tongue, mutton and prawn mash with bamboo fungus.

Read more: A Manc's guide to: Chinatown, the second largest in the whole of the UK

Hunan Restaurant

Hidden on the first floor above Chinatown’s Woo Sang supermarket. Hunan restaurant is the only one of its kind to serve traditional Hunan cuisine from the mainland - not just in Manchester, either but in the whole of the north west, according to its owner.

Chinese restaurants further afield

Glamorous restaurant, Ancoats

Found above the gargantuan Wing Yip, this no-frills dim sum spot is all about the food - not the service, nor the decor. Very much nose to tail, the menu is extensive - spanning roast meats, seafood, sizzling dishes, a bakery and more - including all those delicacies hardcore foodists like to order, from chicken feet to intestines and tripe.

Chef Diao, Northern Quarter

Relatively new to the Northern Quarter, Chef Diao opened on Oldham street inside the former Penang space in October last year. Its online presence is almost nonexistent, but we have it on good authority that the dim sum here is not to be messed with.

One Plus, Charles street

Another great place for hot pot in the city, One Plus is loved by all who visit. You can cook your own dinner from a conveyor belt (not as chaotic as it sounds), or opt to dine from either the Chinese BBQ or rice and hand-stretched noodle and rice menu.

Live Seafood, Beswick

Described by Guardian critic Jay Rayner as both "utterly, delightfully nuts" and "a parade of the best and freshest Chinese dishes', Live Seafood specialise in seafood that is, well, alive.  A former Victorian boozer, today it's filled with tanks of live fish> Customers handpick their meal, straight from the water. Not for the faint of heart.

Salt and Pepper, Northern Quarter

The original Arndale market stall still has huge queues every lunchtime, but if you want a sit-down scran you can now get Salt and Pepper at their second home, Black Dog NQ. As the name suggests, everything gets the patented salt and pepper treatment here served either stuffed into wraps or atop rice, salad and/or chips.

Blue Eyed Panda, Ancoats

Highly rated by diners in Ancoats and further afield, Blue Eyed Panda is run by the same pair that once operated popular takeaway Chop Chop.. Favourites here include crispy chilli beef and salt and pepper chicken, but you'll find everything from roast meats and dim sum to Szchezuan dishes on the menu.

WowYauChow, Altrincham

If you love a bottomless brunch, this could be for you. WowYauChow is the home of “the first Chinese bottomless brunch in Manchester”. Prices start at £23 for an 'endless lunch', for which you'll get 90 minutes of endless bao buns, ‘salt n pepper’, cocktails, wines, and beers – including gin fizz, blushing dragon and prosecco.

Tattu, Spinningfields

Get your cameras ready, because the whole interior at Tattu screams “Instagram me”. Its huge pink sakura trees undeniably help draw a crowd, but the food's not to be sniffed at either. Fans rave about its Singapore noodles, lobster, short ribs and prawn toast.

Feature image - Happy Seasons

]]> 264427 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/sport/man-citys-ellen-white-on-her-club-career-life-outside-football-and-the-upcoming-manchester-derby/ Thu, 27 Jan 2022 14:28:46 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264428

"It's the best feeling in the world to play football - it's just amazing."

Speaking from the blue side of the city's state-of-the-art training facilities in East Manchester, Man City Women's Ellen White is reminiscing about her impressively successful professional career that's spanned nearly two decades ahead of what is always one of the most important fixtures in the calendar for any footballer - derby day.

No matter the city, no matter the player, derby matches are always known for having that extra competitive edge, and even though the want to win games is what drives clubs all season long, there's just something about a derby victory.

This derby looks set to be even more special than most, though.

After coronavirus restrictions forced stadiums across the world to fall silent from March 2020, there's only a couple of weeks to go now before people will be taking to their seats at the Academy Stadium for the Barclays FA Women’s Super League Manchester derby on Sunday 13 February, which is the first time fans will be allowed back inside City's home ground for a derby day since 2019.

The chance to feed off the energy of the crowd once again, and to walk out to the cheers of 'the best fans' during the derby, is something White says she really can't wait for.

Born into a football-loving family, Ellen White grew up playing for her father's football academy in her Buckinghamshire hometown of Aylesbury, before she was spotted at the age of eight by scouts for the academy setup at North London club Arsenal, where she spent her youth career until she signed her first professional senior contract with rivals Chelsea in 2005.

The 32-year-old has played for several other big-name clubs during her career - including Leeds United, Notts County, Birmingham City, and a return to Arsenal - all before joining Manchester City on an initial two-year deal in July 2019.

The 'super patriotic' player has shone on the international stage with England too, earning over 100 caps, and being an integral part of the 2019 Women's World Cup squad, and Team GB squad for the 2012 Olympics.

Ahead of the Manchester derby, The Manc got the chance to sit down with White to chat about all things City, her time at the club so far, the best advice she's ever been given, life outside the world of football, and how she's feeling about the biggest game of the season in just under three weeks' time.

"Playing for Man City is a privilege"

The Premier League domination and numerous title-winning successes of Manchester City's Men's Team over the last decade or so has earned the club a sought-after reputation as being a destination where the world's top players want to be.

The Women's Team is certainly no different - and White recognises this privilege.

"The passion that the fans have for the club is one that’s really special. That one club mentality is something that not a lot of clubs around the world have, with the Women’s Team and the Men’s Team collectively, so I think that’s really important.

"Coming to City, a lot of people speak about the facilities - which are incredible - but for me, it was about being surrounded by talented players who have the same mindset, the same competitiveness, the same drive, and the want to win.

"I’m really lucky that the players we have here, have that. We’re all constantly trying to push each other, and drive to hopefully succeed," she said.

Joining Manchester City back in the summer of 2019, just before the 2019/2020 season, meant that White had experienced 'a good chunk' of time playing for the club and getting to know her teammates before the COVID-19 pandemic hit and the football world, like the rest of the world, completely changed - which she says made her realise the club is 'a real special place to be' and one she feels 'very lucky' to play for.

"I signed just after the 2019 Women's World Cup, and I was out for a little bit with injury, but I came back in just after that and had quite a big chunk before the pandemic," she tells us.

"It was a real nice time to be in with the group and in the facilities before it hit."

"Scoring against Man United is always nice"

Having experienced so much with the club over the past two-and-a-half seasons - from personal highs and lows, to injury set-backs, and group successes - it's easy to see why White would find it difficult to pick just one stand-out moment from during her time with Manchester City.

She highlights trophy wins, temporary captaincy when Steph Houghton was sidelined with injury, teammate camaraderie, and scoring against the red rivals as definitely being up there, though.

"Obviously winning the FA Cup was great," she explains.

"It was just a shame that we didn’t have fans there, but it’s such a special occasion. I’m super patriotic as well, not just with playing for England, but in the sense that the FA Cup is such a major trophy and one that we do everything we can to be a part of, so it was a really amazing thing to win that as a Man City player."

"Scoring against Man United is always nice too," she quips with a grin on her face.

"And I enjoy collectively having that team banter in the changing room that you probably don’t see that often."

"There’s some pretty crazy music going on in the changing room"

White admits that a typical match day for her is "pretty chilled".

Depending on what time kick-off is, and whether they are playing at home or away, she prefers to grab a bit of a lie-in if she can, tuck into some breakfast - "I always have porridge with honey and fruit, that's one thing I try and keep the same," - and of course, grab a coffee, which she says 'a key one' for pretty much all the players.

"We head to the stadium about an hour and a half before kick-off to have a bit of a team meeting, and then we’re straight to the changing rooms," she explains.

She also revealed that there's some 'pretty crazy' music coming out of the speakers in the changing rooms that "everyone seems to like but me", but she says she's happy to let everyone else enjoy it if it gets them into the right headspace before stepping out onto the pitch.

"I think it's great that we feel comfortable to be ourselves"

Personal superstitions and little pre-match rituals seem to be commonplace in professional sport, although White admits that she's had to get rid of some of those with experience as the years have gone on, otherwise "it would’ve been taking me four hours to get ready for a game".

But she does make sure to praise the culture of the club and the players for allowing everyone to be themselves in the changing room.

"What makes our changing room really cool is that everyone’s different and everyone’s themselves," she tells us enthusiastically.

"Everyone has their own superstitions and rituals, and I think that’s great."

"I’m probably the most boring person in this squad"

A self-confessed homebody who prefers to stay within the comfort of her own four walls with her husband and two cats, or make the most of the "lovely walks" near her home when she's not in training or giving it her all on the football pitch, White hilariously confesses that she's "probably the most boring person" in the City squad - but did point to the pandemic for throwing a spanner in the works when it comes to social lives.

"Obviously we’re living in a bit of a strange time at the moment, so we can’t really go out too much. But for me, it’s being able to go for a coffee or being able to go for brunch with my husband or friends if I’ve got a day off."

"Seeing family is another one," she stresses.

"It’s been hard to see them throughout the pandemic, but it’s always really special to get those moments together."

"There’s so many people who’d love to do what we’re doing"

When the conversation turns to the best piece of advice she's ever been given and what she'd share with the players of the future, White's message is clear and concise - "just enjoy it".

"Always have a smile on your face, and enjoy what you’re doing," she tells us.

"Being a professional footballer is a real privilege, and there’s so many people who’d love to do what we’re doing, so for youngsters, I'd say work hard and definitely listen to your coaches, but just enjoy it - you’re making friends, you’re having fun, and it’s the best feeling in the world."

"I always try to enjoy every single second."

"We are not underestimating this derby"

White has played in many derby matches before in her career.

She understands the intense rivalries, and she understands how important it is for the club and the dedicated fans that they clinch the win, but this time around, when the Barclays FA WSL Manchester derby comes to the Academy Stadium, she is most looking forward to seeing people back in the stands.

"I think one of the most exciting things for us is to be playing at home and having our fans there to support us back in the stadium," she explains.

"As much as we want everyone to stay safe and we understand why we couldn’t have fans in the stadium, for us, they really give us an extra edge and they give us energy, so it's really special to have them back and to feel closer to them.”

"We just want them to enjoy it."

While White does admit that she'd love the chance to show the fans her iconic goal celebration during next month's match, and that it's "lovely to see people recreating it with smiles on their faces", she said that her main priority is to help the team get the win in any way she can 'first and foremost' - scoring a goal would just be an 'amazing' bonus.

She also conceded that the red side of the city have 'good fans' too.

"To be fair, Manchester United have good fans that are normally pretty loud too, but we’ve got the best fans, so that’s a winner," she tells us.

"A derby day’s always feisty, it’s always competitive, and I think both sets of fans and staff understand what’s at stake because of the rivalry - but for us, we want Manchester to be blue, so that’s our priority."

"We’re not underestimating this derby, so it’ll be a really exciting one for us."

The Barclays FA Women’s Super League Manchester Derby is kicking-off at 12:30pm on Sunday 13 February 2022, and tickets are available from £8 for adults and from £3 for Under 16’s.

Manchester City are expecting a packed crowd for the game, with tickets selling fast.

You can grab yours from the Manchester City website here.

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]]> 264428 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/feature/the-rugged-corner-of-the-peak-district-where-wild-wallabies-may-still-roam/ Fri, 28 Jan 2022 12:53:00 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264695

When you take a stroll through the Peak District, there are some wildlife encounters you expect.

Hares, deer, mice, bats, and dozens of British birds have all made their homes in the north west national park.

But, at least until fairly recently, it wasn't uncommon to stumble upon an altogether less expected beast - a wild wallaby.

These hopping little macropods, a smaller relative of the kangaroo, used to be seen bouncing around the Peak District.

Although their native home is on the eastern coast of Australia and Tasmania, a small group of Bennett's wallabies successfully bred and survived in Staffordshire.

But how on earth did they end up here, half a planet away from their natural habitat?

In 1936 a local landowner, Henry Brocklehurst, introduced five wallabies as part of his private zoo collection.

The creatures were deliberately released during World War Two, along with three Himalayan yak.

Against the odds, the wallabies thrived.

At the peak of their existence here in the north west, there were around 50 in the colony, though one particularly bleak winter in 1963 is understood to have halved their population (one local recalled seeing 'several bodies as the snowdrifts melted').

In the Facebook group Roaches Appreciation Society, Clare said: "I saw one at the Roaches skyline in the early ‘90s. It sat watching us climbing with its head poking out of the bracken. Then it bounded off. Much to the bemusement of my King Charles spaniel."

By the 2000s, most locals believed there were only two wallabies left - a mother and daughter, both white-faced.

The most recent confirmed sighting was back in 2009, with undeniable footage showing one of the wallabies bounding through the heather near The Roaches.

Sadly, it's thought that the snowy weather in the winter of 2010 may have finally pushed the colony into extinction.

There have been plenty more submissions of sightings - though none with photos or videos - in the years since, all listed here.

Another sighting was in 2017 near the Wild Boar Inn in Wincle, where one person shared a photo of a 'creature' that they were 'fairly certain' was a wallaby.

When the Financial Times mentioned that sighting to Dr Anthony Caravaggi, a lecturer in conservation biology at the University of South Wales, he replied: "I have no doubt in my mind that that one was a cat."

Dr Caravaggi published a paper on red-necked wallabies in the UK, which recorded 95 verified sightings in the 10 years leading up to 2018. He's pretty certain the Peak District wallaby colony is extinct.

A leading expert in the field, who sadly died in 2013, was Dr Derek Yalden.

He found droppings in 2009, but nothing since.

He wrote in a letter to Roaches.org.uk: "I think they ran out of decent food. However, accidental deaths, on the roads, falling over cliffs and (especially in 1962-63 and 1979) severe winters also took a toll.

Read more: Lud’s Church – the breathtaking Peak District walk that looks like something from Lord of the Rings

"Why should a wallaby venture onto the roads, or jump over a cliff? Probably because a certain section of the public seemed to respond to a sighting with "let's chase it", or their dog did.

"They always were very timid, and I watched them panic both to thunder and to the terrifying sight of a sheep arriving."

There is one place to get a guaranteed wallaby sighting, but don't expect much in the way of hopping.

The Nicholson Museum in Leek has stuffed Wally, a male who is believed to have died when he fell into the Lud's Church cavern.

If you did want to head out exploring for your own wallaby sighting, you can head to The Roaches, a stunning gritstone ridge overlooking Leek.

For those who do visit, remember to stick to the footpaths, take litter home, and respect the rules laid out locally.

Featured image: Unsplash, Adam Mills / Philippe Oursel

]]> 264695 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/the-best-things-to-do-in-greater-manchester-this-week-31-january-6-february-2022/ Fri, 28 Jan 2022 14:53:24 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264699

It's time to say goodbye to January and step into another new month.

Now that February is here, and the vast majority of Plan B restrictions in England have now been lifted, the year is really starting to kick into action, and there is plenty packed into the events calendar.

So we've cherry-picked a few of the best things happening across the region this week to put together another fresh edition of our 'what’s on' guide for the city of Manchester and beyond.

Some of the events we’re going to mention here are completely free, which is perfect for that post-Christmas bank balance, or those looking to keep things on the cheaper side - while others will set you back a few pounds, and many will need to be booked in advance.

Here's our top picks.

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Van Gogh Alive

MediaCityUK

Monday 31 January - 27 February

Over 100,000 people have been to visit the Van Gogh Alive experience since it arrived at MediaCity UK a couple of months back.

And it's now extended its Salford stay right through until 27 February.

Van Gogh Alive takes people on a trip through the periods of Van Gogh’s life that defined him as an artist and showcases 3,000 images, including some of his most iconic works like Starry Night and Sunflowers, and lesser-known paintings inspired by his love of Japanese woodprints. The exhibition is home to a life-sized walk-in representation of Van Gogh’s ‘Bedroom in Arles’ painting, a ‘Sunflower selfie room’ - a 360° mirrored space complete with hundreds of sunflowers, and so much more

Tickets are priced at £23.50 for adults and £16.50 for children, with concessions and school group discounts available. Visitors to the exhibition will have the opportunity to make a donation to The Christie charity either when purchasing tickets, or while at the exhibition.

You can find out more here.

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Veganuary 2022

Manchester City Centre

Monday 31 January

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You've only got one more day left to make the most of Veganuary.

Manchester is one of the best places in the country to eat out if you’re trying to go vegan - be that for Veganuary, or any other time of the year.

The city has an absolute slew of dedicated vegan restaurants, serving up everything ranging from ‘dirty’ plant-based fast food to sit-down gastropub and fine dining-style restaurants, giving those exploring a plant-powered diet a real boost when it comes to eating out. But beyond that, you can even trust that most restaurants in the city - even if they’re not designed for vegans - will have one or two suitable dishes on their menu.

Veganuary 2022 could be a more perfect time to find out what Manchester's plant-based foodie scene is all about.

Check out our list of the best places to find vegan food in Manchester here.

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Manchester Open Exhibition 2022

HOME Manchester

Monday 31 January - 27 March

The Manchester Open is one of the most successful exhibition in HOME’s history.

The first region-wide exhibition of its type to welcome entries from people of any background and level of experience - including established professionals, new and emerging talent, enthusiastic amateurs and first-time artists - HOME’s Gallery walls have been filled with work from 400+ Greater Manchester residents, which have been selected by a panel consisting of art experts and community representatives.

With an amazing 2,271 artwork entries, the judging panel have said they were impressed by the range, quality, differing artistic styles, and inspirational work being created across Greater Manchester.

You can find more information here.

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Chinese New Year

Manchester City Centre

Tuesday 1 - Sunday 6 February

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It's Chinese New Year 2022, and as always, Manchester has a whole week of celebrations lined up to mark the occasion.

While Manchester’s usual annual celebrations for Chinese New Year – also known as Lunar New Year or the Spring Festival – may be on a slightly smaller scale this year due to the COVID restrictions in place to allow visitors to safely enjoy the events, there’s still plenty happening across the city centre to help bring in the ‘Year of the Tiger’.

To honour 2022’s animal namesake, a large-scale tiger art sculpture will take centre stage in St Ann’s Square as just one the events in the calendar.

You may have also seen that thousands of red lanterns have started adorning the city’s streets, and you can also expect the chance to take in some spectacular live performances, feast on authentic street food, and a make the most of a funfair, plus some traditional lion and dragon dances over the course of the week too.

You can find out about the celebrations lined up for Chinese New Year 2022 in Manchester here.

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Fireground

Rochdale

Monday 31 January - Sunday 6 February

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A new ‘Fireground’ experience has opened up inside an old museum, and it gives kids the chance to play at being firefighters for a day.

Newly-opened attraction Fireground Rochdale has replaced the Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum in Rochdale’s old fire station, and it has everything from fully-restored fire engines, historic horse-drawn fire carriages, and manual hand-operated pumps, to an immersive Victorian street scene, and a scene from the blitz complete with lighting and sound effects all under one roof.

But probably one of the best parts about the new attraction for children is the interactive display elements that are there to teach them about the fire service’s impressive and extensive history.

You can find out more about Fireground here.

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Manchester Cheese Crawl

Manchester City Centre

Friday 4 February - onwards

In what is undeniably the stuff of dreams for cheese lovers, you can now take part in a cheese and wine crawl around Manchester city centre.

Manchester is city that’s packed with culture.

But if you don’t fancy seeing the sights through one of the more typical tours, The Manchester Cheese Crawl will take you around some of the cheesiest spots the city has to offer for two hours of non-stop cheese-related fun – including everything from blue cheese tasting, to cheese quizzes, competitions, and more.

Tickets cost just £25 each, and include cheese samples, optional bread and crackers, and some red wine to complement.

You can find out more and grab tickets here.

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Sip & Paint at GRUB

Cheetham Hill

Friday 4 February

Manchester’s biggest and friendliest street food venue GRUB is hosting a very-special event with a synaesthesia artist who can see colours to teach you how to paint a song.

Libby Ayres is a Manchester-based artist with neurological condition called synaesthesia, which is best described as linking two or more of the five senses. Libby’s unique condition means that she can hear colours, she uses this incredible gift to create beautiful pieces of art by painting songs, and during the workshop at GRUB this Friday, Libby will guide you through the technique to create your own canvas to take home by painting 'All My Friends' by LCD Sound System.

GRUB will of course also be hosting a street food fair on the night.

Tickets for this one-of-a-kind event are are priced at £30 - which includes a welcome drink, all materials needed, and the workshop itself - and you can find out more information and grab yours here.

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Camelot Rises

Charnock Richard

Saturday 5 February - 6 March

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It's not strictly in Greater Manchester, but have you heard that legendary North West theme park Camelot is set to reopen to the public this week? But not as we know it, though.

The medieval-themed Lancashire attraction may been out of use for a decade and is largely derelict, but now, thanks to Park N Party - the company behind ScareCity and Christmas City - its abandoned rides and empty footpaths are about to be brought by to life by the undead, as a new interactive event series, called Camelot Rises, will see the eerie theme park filled with zombies.

Live actors, accompanied by scene-setting lights and sounds, will interact with visitors in a truly gory experience, and there'll also screenings of some of the biggest zombie blockbusters of all time.

You can find out more, and grab tickets at £50 here.

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Fancy making the most of all the January deals, discounts, and offers in Manchester's cafes, bars, and restaurants?

Well once again, you've only got one more day left.

January is typically a time when many vow to change their eating habits, but even the most committed dieter should be tempted by these Manchester restaurant deals, discounts, and offers.

Whether you are starting a new diet, ditching alcohol, or trying out Veganuary, that’s no reason to stay at home.

Not when you’ve got January dining (and drinking) offers floating around like some of these.

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From vegan restaurants running their 50% off deals right into February, to some top Manchester restaurants offering huge deals on food AND drink, plus half-price burgers, burritos, kebabs and more, keep reading to discover the best January restaurant deals to take advantage of in 2022.

You can find out more about what's on offer here.

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Need more of a reason to get excited about what's in store for 2022?

2021 may not have exactly gone to plan, but our buzzing region is looking forward to the year ahead with some seriously exciting things on the horizon, and Marketing Manchester - the organisation that incorporates our tourism board and the official website visitmanchester.com - has once again pulled together a list of things to get excited about in the year ahead.

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The round-up list includes everything from outdoor experiences and cultural developments, to hospitality openings, events, and so much more.

You can read the list of 22 things to look forward to in Greater Manchester in 2022 here.

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Featured Image - Geograph (David Dixon)

]]> 264699 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/inside-petisco-the-brand-new-portuguese-inspired-restaurant-thats-paving-the-way-for-sales-food-revolution/ Thu, 27 Jan 2022 14:53:18 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264830

Over in Sale, a revolution is happening. 

The town's once-sad, brutalist concrete shopping complex is being transformed into a thriving food and drink hub - tempting local residents to stay in their local area, rather than hawking off to Altrincham or into town.

Developers are welcoming in established eateries like Sugo Pasta Kitchen, Zumu Sushi and Green's, but amongst the ranks is a surprise new entrant that sits cut and thrust alongside the rest.

Called Petisco, it's a Portuguese-inspired restaurant that's been opened inside a former Greenhalgh's bakery by four friends - Johnny and Sam Nolan, Rowland Thatcher and Paul Kiely - who've all grown up in the area and known each other since childhood. 

The name, loosely translated, equates to a sort of Portuguese tapas - small versions of larger plates, which you order a lot of in order to taste more dishes 

So popular is this style of eating in Portugal that petisco is also a verb, petiscar, used not just to describe eating but the general act of going out for friends for food and drinks. 

Three of its four owners have their feet firmly in the corporate world, with Johnny the cheffing talent behind the menu - which borrows from the wider Iberian tradition, as well as taking heavy inspiration from Portugal itself.

Inspired in more ways than one, nearly everything here is cooked entirely from scratch with just a few items, like the salt cod, natas and sourdough bread, bought in from local suppliers. Their fishmonger, for instance, is a literal stone's throw away. 

You'll find the usual tapas suspects - salt cod croquettes, Padron peppers, meatballs and patatas bravas - side by side with rich tomato rice loaded with slow-roasted green heritage tomatoes, saffron-poached octopus salad, short rib pica pau, and battered fried runner beans drenched in peri-peri salsa (a surprise hero dish). 

Seafood includes shell-on green peri-peri prawns and big bowls of clams with white wine, parsley and garlic oil covered in coriander bubbles, served with a healthy portion of thick sourdough bread to mop up all the delicious juices.

Wines, meanwhile. are mostly imported from Portugal, with a few exceptions - one Spanish cava, a French rose and a handful of English sparkling wines also make the list.

As for beers, there are only two taps on, supplied by local brewery BlackJack, and a handful of Mediterranean spirits beind the bar.

All four owners have a clear passion for good food and wine, and have spent many years holidaying together around the regions that have inspired Petisco - but it's Johnny who brings the hospitality experience, having worked in kitchens since he left school at sixteen.

His friends, we hear, have spoken for years about opening something to show off his talents - and at last that moment has come.

From washing pots at Manchester City, he's worked his way up to the very top of the trade, spending his career (up until now, at least) cheffing for high-end corporate hospitality catering to the most exclusive director's boxes.

At Manchester City for fourteen years, then at United for nine, he went on to chef at Aintree racecourse before being flown out to work at the Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi.

Now back in Manchester and living just around the corner from the restaurant, it doesn't sound like he actually sleeps - so committed are some of his processes.

We hear how one standout dish, a stunning combination of earthy artichoke puree, pork belly, pork cheek and pork 'quaver', takes him nearly three days to make (and still we get the feeling this is just the tip of the iceberg).

For the pork quaver alone, pigskin is poached for 24 hours in a water bath, dehydrated for the same amount of time, then the fat cleaned up before it's deep-fried to sit jauntily atop a pile of glistening, beautifully tender meat that falls apart under your fork.

All four have poured their heart and soul into the new opening, which they essentially built themselves from scratch, right down to the table we're sat on.

Rowland tells us it was 'a lot of long hours, [coming from my] full-time job, and then straight to the unit in the evenings to do the graft on building it and getting it ready for opening.” 

With a little help from sister-in-law Joanne Thatcher, who put together the design of space for them, it's been a real family affair from start to finish - and the passion shows in everything they do.

Marrying Mancunian industrial elements like exposed brick and copper detailing with blue and white ikat tiling, black and white photos of famous parts of Portgual and exposed filament bulbs hanging from the ceiling, just like the menu itself there's a real mix of Mancunian and Mediterranean influences.

Open for just over a week now, unless you come at bang-on 4pm when they open Petisco is already nearly booked up until March - a testament to how great the concept is.

The old dears of Sale may not have been chuffed to lose their Greenhalgh's at first (we hear there was a bit of grumbling on the community Facebook groups), but it seems they're already coming around. As well they should.

To find out more about Petisco and book, visit the website here. The restaurant's menus change weekly depending on produce.

Feature image - The Manc Eats

]]> 264830 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/you-can-ride-a-harry-potter-themed-wizard-adventure-train-through-greater-manchester/ Thu, 27 Jan 2022 16:06:25 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264849

The much-loved East Lancashire Railway (ELR) is reopening for 2022 next month, and there's something for everyone in the calendar packed full of events.

Families looking for something exciting to keep the children entertained at during the Half Term can now book on one of the heritage railway’s children’s adventure days - including pirate, dinosaur-themed days - while love birds can enjoy a Valentine’s dinner aboard one of the iconic Pullman-style carriages. 

But one of the standout experiences on the 2022 events lineup has to be the chance to go on a 'wizarding adventure' and ride a Harry Potter-themed train through Greater Manchester.

Aspiring witches and wizards can gather at the ELR for a day of sharing spells and magic-themed fun.

This interactive adventure will see visitors, both young and old, enjoy a range of performances from colourful characters and magical creatures - provided by performance company Funcast - all before boarding the 'Wizard Express' for a two-hour round trip journey through the Irwell Valley of wonders.

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To help work on their magic, visitors will also receive some books to teach them the skills needed to defeat the evil wand-bearers.

During the return trip from Bury to Rawtenstall hauled by a genuine steam - and spell - powered train, there'll be so many wizard-themed activities to get stuck into, as well as plenty of photo opportunities along the way.

Food and drink will be available to tuck into from the café on Platform 3/4 at Bury Bolton Street Station, and from the Rawtenstall Buffet too.

Read more: East Lancashire Railway forced to spend thousands clearing fly-tipped rubbish ready for reopening

The Wizarding Adventure for February Half Term will take place on Wednesday 16 February, and then the magical event returns for a selection of dates later on in the year - 6 April, 13 April, and 1 June 2022, with tickets priced at £13 for children, and £18 for adults.

You can grab tickets here.

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]]> 264849 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/feature/turning-grief-into-a-defiant-fight-for-peace-figen-murray-manc-of-the-month-january-2022/ Fri, 28 Jan 2022 15:01:30 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264876

Our first Manc of the Month instalment of 2022 is dedicated to Figen Murray, a woman who puts peace first despite her own world being shattered by the Manchester Arena attack.

Monday 22 May, 2017, was a day that devastated and changed Manchester forever.

The attack at the Manchester Arena killed 22 innocent people, and sent shockwaves of grief throughout the region.

Those who lost loved ones on that dark day will never forget what was taken from them on that night.

That grief could so easily have turned into anger - but Figen Murray, whose son Martyn Hett was killed at just 29 years old, has chosen to embrace and champion peace instead.

She has recently stated: "One thing I learnt over the past 4.5 years is that there will never be a place in my heart for hate.

"The world is full of wonderful and amazing humans & recognising this has been massively healing. The darkness will never overshadow my life."

2022 started in a big way for Figen.

The inspirational campaigner and educator was named on the New Year's Honours list and appointed OBE, recognised for her services to counter terrorism.

Since the tragic death of Martyn, Figen has tirelessly fought to make venues safer.

Her Martyn's Law campaign has led to the rapid progression of the Protect Duty, a new piece of legislation that would see certain public places required to be prepared for, and protected against, terrorist attacks.

In a witness statement as part of the Manchester Arena enquiry, Figen said: "The idea for Martyn's Law came about at the end of 2018.

"My husband had been given two concert tickets for a singer that he likes. The tickets were for 2nd December 2018 in a Manchester theatre. I had not been out and about since Martyn's death and this was the first time that I ventured into Manchester and into the city life in a long time.

"On attending the venue, I took my smallest handbag with me to enable any bag search to be carried out quickly. When we got to the theatre we walked in and nobody even asked for our entry tickets. We walked past members of staff who were in conversation with each other and took a seat. 

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"During the show, I got very tearful as I was astounded by the fact that we had just walked in. Naively, I had until then made the assumption that security checks at public venues were now run of the mill after the Manchester Arena Bombing."

She told ITV News: "Absolutely everything I do since Martyn died is purely for the purposes to avoid other families from going through what we as a family have gone through, and are going through and will be going through for the rest of our lives."

It's just one example of how this influential woman channels her energies into making the world a safer, more peaceful place.

Before the 2017 terrorist attack, Figen was actually a counsellor and life coach.

She had dedicated her entire career to listening to people, and helping them to build a happier future.

Since making the decision to leave counselling, Figen has embarked on a new challenge, and completed a Master's degree in Counter Terrorism from the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan).

She graduated with a distinction (naturally), and said: "This one's for you, Martyn!"

These are all big, impactful moves - but Figen's mission for peace trickles down to something much smaller too.

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She also knits teddy bears, each one given its own identity and background story, which she sells on Depop.

One of these 'peace bears' even made its way into the arms of New Zealand Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern, shortly after the Christchurch mosque shootings that killed 51 people.

Figen says that 'every grown up should own a teddy bear, as people often forget to have fun and let their hair down once in a while when they grow up.'

She left one particularly special bear, known as Jordan Bear, on a train in brown paper bag, with clear instructions that he should see the world.

The little blue creature has now passed through dozens of hands and countries - including a little holiday with Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.

Read more: Mancs of the Year 2021 – the local heroes who inspired us all

On top of all this, Figen regularly visits schools, colleges and universities to try and instil kindness and tolerance.

She said in a blog post for Educate Against Hate: "I hope to create a positive framework for young people, so they embrace each other’s differences rather than fear them.

"I want young people to have hope for a kinder future and I want to prevent other families from going through the same pain that we did."

All of us Mancs have heard the expression 'Be More Martyn' by now.

Maybe we should all be a little more Figen too.

About Manc of the Month

We all know that Manchester is home to some special people, some born here and others drawn here, and after a bumpy two years that effectively amounted to one big lockdown, it’s these special people that have inspired and led us through the tough times – so we decided to start a series that shines a light on those who should be celebrated.

Following on from our ‘The Mancs of the Year’ feature towards the end of 2020, Manc of the Month officially kicked off in July 2021, with Marcus Rashford MBE, Manchester’s mural king Akse P-19, the local chef feeding the region’s vulnerable families Mary-Ellen McTague, and Manchester’s groundbreaking new Council leader Bev Craig among previous honourees.

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We went on Saturday with some of Martyn's friends. It is definitely beautiful. It will be nice when spring adds a touch of colours to it. It is a good place to go and contemplate. I am also sad Manchester needs a memorial. But it is what it is. Nobody can bring them back😔 https://t.co/TTl2GwX9gz

— Figen Murray (@FigenMurray) January 25, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/the-quirkiest-pubs-in-manchester-from-wonky-buildings-to-7am-pints/ Fri, 28 Jan 2022 17:18:36 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264906

Pubs are an integral part of British culture, and nowhere does them better than Manchester.

We've got tiny ones, giant ones, shiny ones and ancient ones.

There are some that serve seriously fancy gastropub food and others that serve a whole menu of crisps.

Whatever your brief is for the perfect pub, Manchester will have somewhere that fits the bill.

We've rounded up some of the quirkiest boozers that offer something a little... unexpected.

Temple Bar

It is always, always that trip to the toilets that makes you realise you've tipped over into inebriated - staring at yourself in the mirrors above the sinks thinking 'Oh, yup, too many pints'.

Here in Manchester, it can also be a trip to the toilet that gets you sozzled in the first place.

The Temple - or Temple of Convenience to give it its full name - is a tiny subterranean drinking den that in the Victorian era, was actually a public toilet.

It's so narrow you can almost reach wall-to-wall if you stand with your arms outstretched.

But down here you'll also find a great selection of bottled beers, a jukebox, and bags of charm.

100 Great Bridgewater Street, M1 5JW

The Marble Arch

Come, venture slightly beyond your comfort zone of the city centre and Ancoats - for just beyond you'll find one of Manchester's very best pubs.

The Marble Arch building has been here since 1888, and to this day is one of the most impressive historic pubs in the UK.

Its tiled walls, ornate ceilings and mosaic floors, not to mention its roaring fire and its beautiful wooden bar, are just part of the charm.

One of the strangest experiences when visiting The Marble Arch is the way the bar seems to draw you in to it.

It's all thanks to its gently sloping floor - some say it's this way to make rolling barrels easier, others say it's for cleaning, but out favourite theory is that it's to encourage inebriated customers to totter back to the bar for another round.

73 Rochdale Road, M4 4HY

The Seven Oaks

By day, The Seven Oaks is a fairly normal pub - a lot of beer, a lot of sports, a lot of regulars.

But by night, it becomes the stuff of hospitality legend.

This is the pub for people who work in pubs, a place where the hospitality staff normally pouring drinks for everyone else can come and have their own after work - even if they happen to finish work at 4am.

Built for the people who work 'the wrong 9-to-5', if you've got proof of working in the hospitality industry, this Chinatown pub is the place to come for late night, or early morning, pints.

5 Nicholas Street, M1 4HL

Peveril of the Peak

You cannot miss the Peveril of the Peak.

Not only is it clad all over in ceramic tiles in vibrant shades of chartreuse and mint green, but it also stands alone at the fork in a road.

Manchester's only detached pub has been here since the early 19th century, with a jumble of cosy rooms arranged around a central bar.

Inside, there are all the best sorts of pub trimmings, like a jukebox and a dart board.

It's also had the same landlady for 51 years - Nancy Swanick, 90, is pretty legendary in her own right.

127 Great Bridgewater Street, M1 5JQ

Circus Tavern

In stark contrast to the Peveril of the Peak, The Circus Tavern is very much a pub you can miss.

This tiny blink-and-you'll-miss-it drinking den is home to the smallest bar in Europe.

Don't expect a massive selection of beers here - there simply isn't room.

It's the weeniest pub in Manchester and also one of its oldest, dating back to 1840 (though the building was here even earlier).

Back in the day, it used to be a regular haunt of circus performers (hence the name), and Manchester United players, including George Best.

86 Portland Street, M1 4GX

The Old Wellington Inn

When you're nursing your drink in the Old Wellington, you're surrounded by masses of history.

The city centre pub is the oldest building of its kind in Manchester, dating all the way back to 1552.

Back in those days, the walls, floors and ceilings were all wonky, and the ceiling beams were so low that punters had to duck when they were walking around. 

The pub might be ancient, but strangely, it hasn’t always been here on Exchange Square. 

The medieval building actually used to be about 70 metres down the road, and had to be moved bit by bit and piece by piece after the IRA bomb in 1996.

Over the course of two years, both the Old Wellington and Sinclair’s Oyster bar were completely rebuilt in their new home here, where they still stand as two of Manchester’s most amazing pubs - and pull some of the city’s cheapest pints. 

4 Cathedral Gates, M3 1SW

Mother Mac's

Back Piccadilly in the city centre isn't exactly a wholesome location as things stand - there's a lot of graffiti, rows of bins, the occasional rat.

But if you travel back in time to 1976, things get significantly more bleak. We're talking mass murder bleak.

A previous landlord of the Mother Mac's pub turned and killed his wife, then his three children, then the pub's cleaner, before setting the building ablaze and killing himself.

Its days may be blissfully less gory now, but the newspaper clippings from the time are still framed on the walls.

33 Back Piccadilly, M1 1HP

The Shakespeare

If you're a fan of a ghost story, this is the pub for you.

The Shakespeare on Fountain Street - directly across the road from Primark - has had plenty of paranormal activity, if we believe the reports of its customers (who, admittedly, are likely to have been worse for wear).

Punters have reported seeing a flaming ghost at the top of the stairs, believed to be the spirit of a young girl who accidentally set herself alight while lighting candles at the inn.

It's also said to be haunted by a former chef who hung himself here - you can apparently still see the rope marks on one of the ceiling beams.

Spooky past aside, The Shakespeare is a good-value pub with a menu of typical pub fare.

16 Fountain Street, M2 2AA

Briton's Protection

Famed for its Jack Daniel's collection, the Briton's Protection draws in whiskey fans from across the globe.

Every year the owners travel to Tennessee to make bespoke casks - and they've even created a Jack Daniel's-themed room in a snug behind the bar.

Home to some exceedingly rare bottles, including one with an unaired Sinatra concert recording hidden in a tie clip, collectors pay thousands for bottles from the Manchester casks.

That's not all, though. The pub's history dates back to the Peterloo massacre, attested to by a mural in its hallway.

Not entirely historically accurate, look closely and you'll spot some of the rebels bear a striking resemblance to famous Manchester footballers.

Apparently, the previous owner was a bit of a fan.

Feautre image - Adam Pester / TripAdvisor

]]> 264906 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/the-cost-of-a-pint-in-manchester-could-rise-by-50p-due-to-soaring-beer-prices/ Fri, 28 Jan 2022 08:52:57 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264915

Industry insiders are warning that soaring beer prices across the UK means the price of a pint could rise by 50p.

With an increasing number of pubs currently under pressure to stay afloat and at risk of going bust due to the rising costs of beer, energy, food, and labour as the hospitality industry continues to wade through the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, it's believed that consumers across the country - including in Greater Manchester - could start having to pay more for a pint.

According to the British Beer and Pub Association, the average price of a pint in the UK is £4.07, but in Manchester, around £3.93 is said to be a more common cost.

In the capital, the association says Londoners pay £4.84 on average, but some pubs are said to already be charging over £6, and if the cost of a pint does could go up by a maximum of 50p as is estimated, then this means customers may have to pay over £7

Trade organisation UKHospitality said pubs were facing "unprecedented" price rises.

Earlier this week, the chairman of the City Pub Company Clive Watson said that ‘pub inflation’ was currently running at about 10%.

Kate Nicholls - Chief Executive UK Hospitality - explained: "This is weighing very heavily on these businesses, which have had nothing but a torrid time, and the price of a pint and a meal out will have to rise."

Nik Antona - CAMRA’s National Chairman - said the sector is continuing to deal with a crisis in "employment, supply chain, and cost of goods", which is causing the price of a pint to rise, and admitted that: "This could spell disaster at the pump for small brewers and publicans if consumers make the decision to stay at home to cut corners."

Pub landlords across the country are already telling of their recent need to hike pint prices, and are expressing their concerns at this continuing.

Dave Mountford, co-founder of the Forum of British Pubs and manager at The Boat Inn in Derbyshire, warned that drinkers will face rises of more than 50p, adding: "We’re putting prices up now and soon we’ll break the £4 a pint on cask ale for the first time ever.

"Our most expensive pint is a premium lager and it’s £4.80 - it was £3.75 two years ago."

James Calder - Chief Executive of Society of Independent Brewers - explained: "We have seen huge spikes in people costs, transport, raw ingredients, and energy, and with most brewers running very tight ships already, our sector unfortunately needs to be able to pass on these price rises to customers including the pubs in between, otherwise they will go bust.

"No business likes to raise its prices but right now it is a necessity to survive."

Because of all these constraints, industry experts have urged the government to scrap the 12.5% VAT rate on pubs, restaurants and hotels, and have called for the scheduled rise back up to 20% in April to be scrapped, as they claim these measures could help ease pressure.

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]]> 264915 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/married-at-first-sight-uk-wants-manc-singles-to-appear-on-new-series/ Fri, 28 Jan 2022 10:29:41 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264935

The producers of the UK version of the hit show Married at First Sight are currently on the lookout for people to appear on potential future series.

E4 has put out a casting call this week asking "all singles" to get in touch.

Encouraging brave singles to apply, E4 said in a post to Twitter: "Is this the year you’ll find your true love?

"We want YOU to apply for the next potential series of Married at First Sight UK."

First airing in 2015, the UK version of the reality series - which is based on its Australian counterpart - seems to always have the nation gripped whenever it's on, but in case you're unfamiliar with the show, Married at First Sight UK basically matches couples based on 'scientific' and 'sociological 'factors.

A team of experts with backgrounds in psychology, psychotherapy, anthropology, and theology fuse their professional knowledge to create matches for successful relationships.

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Six consenting participants are selected from over 200 applicants looking for long-term love, and the chosen couples agree to get married with no knowledge about their suitor.

Meeting for the first time at the altar, each pair is filmed for a period of six weeks after saying "I do", and then, when the time is up, the married couple must choose whether they will stay together or go their separate ways.

Series six of the show aired last year, and saw eight couples go into the experiment saying yes to their marriage.

Only three of those couples ended up making it all the way through to come out the other side and stay together past the reunion - Dan and Matt, Adam and Tayah, and Frankie and Marilyse, the latter of which unfortunately split later after the show aired - but this year, E4 is hoping to make even more happy couples, and is keen for brace Mancunian singles to get their applications in.

So if you're fed up of dating apps, and you're looking for a more unconventional way to meet your soulmate, then how about letting the expert matchmaking team at Married at First Sight UK take over and find your future partner?

You can apply here.

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Is this the year you’ll find your true love? We want YOU to apply for the next potential series of #MAFSUK

Apply NOW: https://t.co/Ssxoi5qxjJ pic.twitter.com/wNEkIxBhGb

— E4 (@E4Tweets) January 24, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/mugshot-of-man-wanted-by-police-goes-viral-as-hes-labelled-a-fit-felon/ Fri, 28 Jan 2022 10:02:49 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264941

A wanted man's mugshot has gone viral this week after police shared an appeal for information.

West Yorkshire Police has been flooded with almost 10,000 comments since they shared a mugshot of Jonathan Cahill, 37.

But the comments weren't filled with tips as to the man's whereabouts - they were almost entirely about the man's appearance, The Hoot reports.

Cahill, who is around 6ft tall and of medium build, is wanted on recall to prison.

The man is believed to have breached the terms of his release.

He was released from prison last September after serving part of a sentence for burglary, police say.

It's believed that the blue-eyed fugitive is currently residing in Wakefield.

West Yorkshire Police might have some willing volunteers to track him down though - one person on Facebook quipped: "Should be easy to find, half the women in West Yorkshire will be chasing him after reading these comments."

One of the other commenters wrote: "What's his crime breaking hearts or houses?"

Someone else said: "Christ almighty he can hide under my bed...."

Read more: Man City’s Ellen White on her club career, life outside football, and the upcoming Manchester derby

Another wrote about the comments on the mugshot: "He'll be asking for police protection soon enough when he sees this."

One person joked: "The red flags are always the hottest."

Anyone who can assist in locating him is asked to contact police in Wakefield on 101 or by using the contact options on the West Yorkshire Police website.

Information can also be reported anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or online.

Featured image: West Yorkshire Police

]]> 264941 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/manchester-baker-siop-shop-creates-amazing-kiss-off-love-hearts-donut-specials-for-valentines/ Fri, 28 Jan 2022 11:56:24 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264959

Whether you're 'into' Valentine's or not, I think we can all agree these Love Hearts donuts from Siop Shop are pretty damn excellent.

Not one to play by the rules, the TIb street donut shop has bucked the mushy romantic trend in favour of a bit of playful wit and produced these Love Hearts sweet-inspired treats instead - perfect for couples (and singles) with a sense of humour.

For many, the fruit-flavoured, tablet-shaped sweets were a childhood fixture - and their inscriptions, which featured cheesy messages like 'Love Bug', 'Kiss Me' and 'Only You', are forever fixed in our minds.

Perhaps you even tried to give a crush a sweet once, you know, as a 'subtle' hint.

Well, this year the bakers at Siop Shop have decided to flip the script - taking the nostalgic favourite and bringing it firmly into 2022 with "crude, off-color sentiments" like 'kiss off', 'u stink' and, our personal favourite, 'prize pig'.

There's also some solid nods to another childhood favourite, The Simpsons (although let's be real, we still love this show as adults) with one sassy inscription echoing Bart's famously belligerent catchphrase, 'eat my shorts'.

Filled with Diplomat chocolate crème, the prices haven't been revealed yet but you won't have to wait long to find out as the tongue-in-cheek goodies are set to go live for pre-order next week.

Available in sets of four, you can treat yourself, a mate, or your Valentine (if you've got one) to a box of some of the best donuts in town. And, just for fun, you'll get a limited edition Ralph sticker to go with it.

Forget flowers, forget chocolates, this is where it's at this year. Nothing says Valentine's like a box of 'U stink' donuts.

They'll go live for pre-order from 10am on the Siop web shop as of Tuesday 1 February for pick up on the day itself.

We recommend getting in quick, as there's already been a huge amount of interest since the post went live on Instagram yesterday.

Sharing them online in a post that's already amassed over 1,500 likes, the donut shop quipped, "Valentine's day is no joke!"

They added, "We’ll have other suitably themed doughnuts the weekend leading up and on the day but not these ones. Preorder 10AM Tuesday the 1st over at siopshop.co".

For vegans who are wondering, we asked - and yes, there will be some suitable for you (but not these ones). All is still to be revealed as to further specials, so keep your eyes on Siop's Instagram for further updates.

Feature image - Siop Shop

]]> 264959 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/aldi-is-selling-pet-steps-for-5-99-so-little-dogs-can-climb-onto-sofas-or-beds/ Fri, 28 Jan 2022 12:31:31 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=264964

Little legs and big climbs aren’t usually compatible, which is why they often need a lift up from time to time.

As most animal lovers will tell you, our pets are our best friends, but while not everyone is that fond of having them climb on furniture, for those who don’t mind it, or even actively encourage it, budget supermarket retailer Aldi is selling some handy pet stairs, and there’s probably more benefits to them than you initially realised.

Suitable for cats and small dogs up to 15kg, the Pet Collection Plush Pet Stairs are specially-designed to help them get up and down from higher levels.

According to the product description on the Aldi website, with fabric that's soft to the touch and can easily be wiped clean, the Pet Collection Plush Pet Stairs are perfect for assisting small pets in climbing and descending from higher levels.

They're compact, lightweight, and incredibly-easy to relocate when required.

The steps part can also be removed too, and then underneath, there's also some great storage space to store all of their favourite toys.

The best bit? The stairs have recently been reduced to the bargain price of £5.99.

One happy shopper shared the pet stairs in a post to the ever popular Extreme Couponing & Bargains UK group on Facebook this week, and it went on to amass thousands of likes and comments from other pet owners keen to get their hands on the cute invention for their four-legged friends.

The shopper explained that her dog struggles to get down from her bed as it's too high, and so the stairs have been "ideal".

Read more: Aldi is selling a heated dressing gown and it’s the perfect winter warmer

Commenting on the post, one shopper agreed: "We have one for our little dog and she uses it every day”, while another shopper joked: "Never mind pets I could do with one of these for myself."

People looking to grab the pet stairs will need to keep their eyes peeled and their fingers crossed as they head on down to their nearest Aldi store, and you can check the opening times of your local branch via the Store Finder here.

You can grab the Pet Collection Plush Pet Stairs from the Aldi website here.

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]]> 264964 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/trending/the-uks-first-ever-drive-thru-kebab-shop-could-soon-be-on-its-way-to-bolton/ Fri, 28 Jan 2022 13:56:21 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=265011

Bolton town centre could soon be home to a huge drive-thru kebab that's the first of its kind in the UK.

According to planning applications that have been recently-submitted, a vacant and run-down premises on Moor Lane - which is close to Le Mans Crescent and Bolton Town Hall in the heart of the town centre - could be converted into a branch of the restaurant chain German Doner Kebab, with a drive-thru facilities attached.

CGI images published by Bolton Council in support of the application show the intended transformation of the building into a two-storey restaurant.

The premises have previously been used by local charities.

Both the Mental Health Independent Support Team (MHIST) and Bolton NICE - who develop community and business enterprises and opportunities for employment - have previously occupied the Moor Lane building.

The applicants for the proposals are Bolton-based company Synergie Holdings.

At this point, the application form for the change of use of the building from retail premises to restaurant facilities says the hours of opening for the venture are unknown.

The application adds that five on-site parking spots would be created at the site.

A Bolton highways department response to the application says more information would be needed for them to deliver an opinion.

It states: "Owing to the premises location in relation to the highways around the town centre of Bolton, the applicant will need to submit some form of transport statement in order to justify the proposed change of use.

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"The statement should provide a rough indication as to how accessibility to the premises will be controlled and how abuse of the one-way system on Gas Street will be prevented, as well as giving a rough indication of traffic impact from the proposed use.

"In its present form there is insufficient information available within the submission for the Highway Authority to fully comment."

After a period of consultation with local businesses and residents about the proposals, the proposed plans will then be considered by planners in Bolton.

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]]> 265011 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/you-can-book-a-romantic-dinner-on-a-steam-train-this-valentines/ Fri, 28 Jan 2022 15:59:21 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=265034

There's always been something incredibly romantic and almost Wes Anderson-like about the idea of dinner on a steam train if you ask us.

Whilst dining cars have all but disappeared from today's everyday train travel experience, it was once the norm to have a restaurant on board and to be wined and dined on the move.

As late as 1995, there were still 250 trains running daily with onboard cellars stocked with fine wines and menus serving up the likes of fillet steak.

Unfortunately, the privatisation of the railways wasn't particularly kind to England's restaurant cars - and the days of cordon bleu dining on the move have all but disappeared from everyday travel.

But there are still places to go and enjoy the experience - if you know where to look.

Read more: You can ride a Harry Potter-themed ‘wizard adventure’ train through Greater Manchester

Whilst steam train experiences have always been popular with a certain crowd, thanks to the human serotonin that is Tik Tok star Francis Bourgeois it's safe to say they are now more popular than ever.

Closest to Manchester you're looking at taking a trip on the charming East Lancashire Railway, which offers a range of different dining experiences throughout the year.

This Valentine's, they're offering diners a four-course silver service meal - all whilst travelling through the stunning surrounding countryside.

Priced at £69.90 per person or £250 for a table of four, you'll be treated to four lovingly-prepared courses including chicken ceasar salad with parmesan shavings, fire-roasted tomato and basil soup with fresh chives, and steak sauté with peppers, horseradish mash and a Diane sauce.

Vegetarians, meanwhile, will be served a tzatziki-dressed falafel and feta salad to start, with a Mediterranean vegetable Wellington as their main.

Read more: Turning grief into a defiant fight for peace | Figen Murray – Manc of the Month January 2022

As for pudding, there'll be strawberry and Champagne torte with marbled pencils to finish on a high.

As you dine, you'll enjoy a beautiful three-hour steam train ride through the Irwell Valley - drinking in twinkling lights from across the rolling countryside outside your window as you go.

As part of the price, you'll also be treated to a sparkling wine drink as you're welcomed on board, as well as a choice of tea or coffee alongside dinner chocolate at the end of your meal. What's not to love?

The East Lancashire Valentine's Dinner on a steam train takes place from 7.30pm on 12 February 2022, to book your ticket click here.

Further dining experiences taking place later this year include a St George's Day dinner on 23 April and an Italian dinner on 17 June.

Feature image - East Lancashire Raiwlay

]]> 265034 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/whats-on-manchester/a-pop-up-cinema-is-coming-to-manchesters-victoria-baths-this-valentines-day/ Fri, 28 Jan 2022 16:22:05 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=265050

Victoria Baths will become home to a pop-up cinema screening comedy and romance classics to celebrate Valentine's Day.

With the annual day of love only a few weeks away now, independent event production company The Village Screen is returning to Manchester next month to transform this unique and historic venue into a "Cupid-approved pop-up" cinema for Valentine’s - and Galentine’s - with a handful of film favourites on the agenda.

Tina Fey's 2004 cult classic comedy Mean Girls will be screened first on Thursday 10 February to celebrate Galentine's Day.

Never heard of of 'Galentine's Day'? Coined in 2010, the second season of hit US mockumentary show Parks and Rec included an episode called "Galentine’s Day" where the main character Leslie gathered a group of her closest gal pals on the day before Valentine's Day for a brunch full of waffles and love - and it's taken off ever since.

The next flick on the lineup is the 1994 dark, funny, and violent film True Romance, which has a screenplay written by legendary director Quentin Tarantino, and stars Christian Slater and Patricia Arquette.

True Romance will be show on Friday 11 February to celebrate Valentine's Day.

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You can choose to snuggle down on candy-striped deckchairs inside the old Gala Pool, or on the original wooden seating that overlooks the empty pool on the Balcony level.

There'll be a delicious selection of independent street food traders on site, as well as a number of drinks and snack options - including hot chocolates, themed-cocktails, Prosecco, freshly-cooked popcorn, and more - and to make your experience that little bit more special, you can even write a love letter to your special someone which will be shown on the big screen before the films begin.

Or you can add a 'snuggle package' to your ticket too to make it an extra cosy date night to remember.

The Village Screen - which have been hosting cinematic events at Victoria Baths since 2016 - are a small, independent event production team known for running experiential cinematic events in various cities across the UK for the past six years.

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Victoria Baths first opened in 1906.

With no expense spared in the design and construction of the building, the façade has multicoloured brickwork and terracotta decoration, the interior spaces are clad in glazed tiles, most of the windows have decorative stained glass, and at the opening ceremony of the venue, the Lord Mayor described it "a water palace of which every citizen of Manchester is proud".

For 86 years, the baths provided both essential and leisure facilities, with private baths and a laundry housed there alongside three swimming pools and Turkish Baths, and in 1952, the first public Aeratone (Jacuzzi) was installed.

Although the baths were closed in 1993, the Grade II listed building is still intact, with most of the stained glass and original tiling remaining - and now, it's being transformed into a cinema.

You can find out more information, and grab your tickets here.

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Great news for all of you who have been asking about pop-up cinema nights... Village Screen will be back in February, with screenings of Mean Girls and True Romance in the Gala Pool! Tickets are on sale now: https://t.co/yXHmmBpUeV#VictoriaBaths #VillageScreen @VillageScreen pic.twitter.com/xQzh9FQ70z

— Victoria Baths (@victoriabaths) January 17, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/property/mancs-will-soon-be-able-to-slide-over-the-river-medlock-mayfield-play-yard-plans-reveal/ Fri, 28 Jan 2022 17:33:33 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=265120

The next stage of the development of Mayfield Park will see a see-through slide built right across the River Medlock.

Striking images released this week show the plans for Mayfield Play Yard, a new adventure playground filled with tunnels and towers.

The massive 14,000 sq ft playground will make up part of the wider Mayfield Park, the first city centre park to be opened in Manchester in 100 years.

The child-friendly space itself will be built around six towers, each reaching 10 metres in height, linked by crawl tunnels, rope bridges, and slides.

The star attraction will be the 18 metre-long slide that will carry its passengers right over the restored river in a transparent polycarbonate tube.

There'll also be a 60-degree drop slide, racing slides, and a six-metre spiral slide at the new corner of Mayfield Park.

The chimney-shaped towers are a nod to Manchester's industrial past and were inspired by an octagonal chimney discovered by archaeologists at the Mayfield site.

The plans also include wheelchair accessible play equipment, like tunnels, slides and roundabouts.

Stepping posts and balance beams through the green space will encourage children to engage with the wildlife and nature around them.

Mayfield Play Yard, which will be the largest public playground in the city, has been designed collaboratively by regeneration specialist U+I on behalf of the Mayfield Partnership, landscape architects Studio Egret West (SEW) and Massey & Harris, an independent play equipment specialist based in Greater Manchester.

Massey & Harris, which was behind two play areas at Heaton Park, is currently building the play area at its workshop in Stockport before it is transported and installed at Mayfield.

Huw Pritchard, lead designer at Massey & Harris, said: "Mayfield is a unique development which we are incredibly proud to be a part of. As a local company, which has been based in Stockport for more than 70 years, we know first-hand how important green space is to Manchester’s growing population.

"We were aware of the project from its very early stages and thought how fantastic it would be to be involved, so to actually work on it is incredible."

Max Aughton, project landscape architect at Studio Egret West, said: "Our design concept was for an industrial-inspired play area within nature that will help to tell the story of Mayfield’s amazing history.

"We’ve chosen a simple palette of materials including steel and reclaimed brick to create an industrial feel which also gives the trees and planting a contrasting backdrop.

"The chimney towers resonate with historic skylines of Manchester and Mayfield. Together these features will create a sense that our young visitors are exploring an abandoned landscape where nature has taken over. 

"This is a park which people will visit again and again and have different experiences each time they come as seasons change. For children especially, as their confidence grows so too will their use of the play area which features different heights and levels for all ages.

"The towers will sit amongst the canopies of some of the largest trees to be planted at Mayfield and this will give the children a real sense of playing within nature. 

Read more: The rugged corner of the Peak District where wallabies may still roam

"Accessibility and inclusivity are at the heart of the design and we have ensured the entirety of the park and the majority of play area equipment is wheelchair friendly. We can’t wait to see the play area in action."

Councillor Bev Craig, Leader of Manchester City Council, added: "Mayfield Park is going to be a major new green public space for Manchester.

"As a city which values our young people it's perfect that it will include a play facility as fun and active as this as part of what it has to offer. 

“We can't wait to welcome Manchester people to this new attraction."

Mayfield Park is due to be completed by autumn.

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]]> 265120 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/government-to-look-at-ending-mandatory-covid-19-vaccinations-for-nhs-staff/ Mon, 31 Jan 2022 09:13:48 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=265128

Government ministers are said to be meeting later today to decide whether or not to scrap mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations for NHS staff in England.

According to reports, it's thought that around 77,000 NHS staff in England are currently unvaccinated, but, as announced last November, all frontline workers must be fully-vaccinated by 1 April, meaning they need a first dose by Thursday, and if they are not jabbed by that date, they will be redeployed or dismissed.

Yet, Health Secretary Sajid Javid has been under growing pressure to scrap the rule.

After there have been significant concerns that the sector could be left with a massive staffing crisis due to the number of workers refusing to be vaccinated, the Health Secretary said last week that the jabs requirement was being "kept under review".

Although he said that he believes it's the "professional duty" of NHS staff to get vaccinated, Mr Javid told the Health and Social Care Select Committee last Tuesday that, when the mandatory vaccination policy was announced, the dominant COVID variant was Delta, and it was right to "reflect" now Omicron was dominant.

Read more: Government confirms COVID-19 vaccines are compulsory for frontline NHS staff in England

It is understood that no final decisions have been made as of yet, but the Daily Telegraph reported yesterday that Mr Javid will meet ministers on the COVID operations cabinet committee today, where he is expected to confirm the U-turn.

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The newspaper said the government is ending the policy because Omicron is milder than previous variants of the virus.

These recent reports that the government ministers are meeting today comes just a week after the Department Of Health And Social Care said there were no plans to change the policy as it was "the right thing to do to protect patients", despite previous reports suggesting ministers were considering a delay in its implementation.

The UK Health Security Agency says vaccines have proven to be effective against hospitalisation, mortality, infection and transmission.

But both the Royal College of GPs and the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) had urged for the deadline of mandatory vaccination to be postponed and the British Medical Association called for an "urgent impact assessment" on how the policy would affect staffing numbers.

Patricia Marquis - Director of RCN in England - said: "If these reports are correct, this climbdown by government is long overdue.

"Vaccination is hugely important but this was the wrong policy, especially as it added to the current pressure on NHS and care services, and it was never in the interests of patient safety to threaten tens of thousands with dismissal in the middle of staffing crisis.

"We will continue to support government and employers to make the case for vaccination."

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— The Telegraph (@Telegraph) January 30, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/two-police-investigations-launched-following-weekend-of-madness-in-the-city-centre/ Mon, 31 Jan 2022 09:14:31 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=265141

Police are investigating two separate incidents that took place in Manchester city centre's shopping district this weekend.

A 16-year-old boy was stabbed on Friday evening in a disturbance between two groups of teenagers inside the Arndale.

Then on Sunday afternoon, police attended reports of a 'fight between hundreds of teenagers' outside the shopping centre.

Both incidents are now under investigation and Greater Manchester Police are appealing for anyone with information or video footage to come forward.

GMP officers and emergency services were first called to the Arndale at around 7.20pm on Friday 28 January, to a report of a stabbing.

The teenager who had been stabbed in the disturbance was taken to hospital, but his injuries were 'neither life-changing nor threatening' and he has since been discharged.

The group behind the incident left the scene before the police arrived.

No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing.

Inspector Glen Rees of GMP's City of Manchester division said: "I fully understand and sympathise with the worry and concern that incidents such as this can cause for the wider public, especially in such a busy area on a Friday evening.

"I would like to stress that we are treating this as an isolated incident and we do not believe there to be any ongoing wider threat to the general public.

"Thankfully the young man who was stabbed has not suffered any life changing injuries but violence such as this will not be tolerated and a full investigation is currently underway to establish the full circumstances and identify those involved.

"Our enquiries are ongoing but I would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed the assault or has any information to come forward and assist us with our investigation. This was a busy part of the city centre so I am confident there will be people out there who can help us identify those responsible."

The second incident near the busy shopping centre was shortly after 3pm on Sunday 30 January, when police were made aware of 'a large group of people acting in an anti-social manner'.

In a statement, a GMP spokesperson said: "Shortly after 3pm on Sunday 30 January, we became aware of a large group of people acting in an anti-social manner around the Arndale centre, Manchester.

"Patrols and specialist resources responded to disperse those suspected of being involved away from the city centre."

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Councillor Pat Karney, who was inside Marks & Spencer at the time it was evacuated, said on Twitter: "The alarm went off in M and S. The staff evacuated us to New Cathedral St. We thought it was a fire.

"It was about 150 kids who looked as though they had arranged a face off. All the shops in that area closed.

"GMP did terrific job calming the situation and splitting these kids up. Moving them out of St Ann's Sq now.

Read more: Mancs will soon be able to slide over the River Medlock, Mayfield Play Yard plans reveal

"The City Council will be meeting with GMP to go through what went on.

"Shoppers came up to me very shocked at the scale of this disturbance.

"We will do all we can to prevent this madness."

Anyone with information or video footage of either incident should contact police via the LiveChat at www.gmp.police.uk or call 101.

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— Pat Karney (@patkarney) January 30, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/woman-rescued-after-tree-falls-on-car-in-altrincham-during-storm-malik/ Mon, 31 Jan 2022 10:41:33 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=265176

A woman has been safely rescued after a tree fell onto her car in Altrincham over the weekend.

Thousands of homes are still without power in Scotland and rural parts of North East England after Storm Malik arrived on Saturday and brought with it strong winds of up to 80mph, downpours of rain, damage to buildings, and in two certain tragic cases, loss of life due to falling trees, all before Storm Corrie began to set in on Sunday.

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) confirmed that Storm Malik's high winds caused a tree to fall on top of a Peugeot 107 car roof at about midday on Dunham Road in Altrincham.

A woman was rescued from the vehicle.

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Firefighters from GMFRS confirmed that they were required to use cutting gear and specialist equipment to rescue the woman.

Taking to social media on Saturday to explain the shocking situation, a spokesperson for GMFRS said: "This afternoon, firefighters rescued a woman after a tree had fallen onto a car roof [and] the woman received first aid from a fire service technician before being transferred to the care of North West Ambulance Service."

They then warned that "strong winds will persist throughout the afternoon."

The statement continued: "Please check local weather warnings and plan your journey accordingly [and] we also advise any loose outdoor items to be properly secured or brought inside where possible."

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind across Greater Manchester as Storm Corrie is set to continue hitting the UK today.

Bringing another blast of strong winds up to 90mph, the Storm Corrie weather warning is due to end at around midday on Monday, and will likely cause some travel disruption, and generate some large and dangerous waves around the coasts.

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— Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service (@manchesterfire) January 29, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/bury/manchester-drinks-brand-beerhunter-launches-gift-range-for-valentines-day/ Mon, 31 Jan 2022 15:46:06 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=265196

A popular Greater Manchester craft beer and spirit store has launched a new lovers-themed gifting range especially for Valentine's Day.

With February right around the corner, and the international day of love only a couple of weeks away, online drinks delivery service BeerHunter - which was founded in Bury in 2015, and is made up of a team of experts keen to bring customers a wide range of beers to enjoy from the comfort of their own homes - has introduced its new collection of drinks gifts that are perfect for that special someone this Valentine's Day.

The themed collection is made up of everything from beer hampers, to spirit gift sets of both local and international favourites, and so much more.

Boasting a fully-tracked delivery process from start to finish, not only is BeerHunter experts in beer gifting, but the company also offers a premium range of spirit gifts too, using a selection of popular local spirits combined with different drinking kit essentials to make the perfect Valentine's Day gift for anyone who loves a tipple.

To make each gift that extra little bit more special, there’s also the option to make the sets personalised with your choice of name or message.

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"A happy Valentine’s Day is what we all wish for, and one way to achieve that is get them a gift that won’t break your bank but will also make them happy," a spokesperson for BeerHunter explained on the launch of the new range.

"If you know your partner has a love for gift sets of gin, whiskey, rum, vodka, or beer, then you are in the right place.

"We also offer personalised alcohol gift sets too for the lover of your life." 

No matter who that lucky loved one is in your life, there's gifts to suit every drinks fan, with some of the sets you can choose from including the best-selling Valentine’s Day British Craft Beer Gift Set, and the Valentine’s Day Jack Daniels No. 7 Whisky Miniature Tin Gift Box - which both come with branded glasses - or perhaps the Valentine’s Day Au Red Cherry Vodka Gift Set, or the Valentine’s Day Mini Gin Gift Set in a wooden presentation box, all of which can be personalised and come with chocolate hearts too.

There's also an excellent selection of rum and prosecco-based Valentine’s Day gift sets for you to choose from, and if you really want to treat that special someone, there's even a Valentine’s Day Moet & Chandon Gift Set too.

Prices for the gift sets range from £12.95 to £54.95, but BeerHunter is giving early birds the chance to save a few pennies with a 10% discount when you use the code VDAY10 on checkout.

Keen to make sure your gifts arrive before the big day? Make sure to place your final Valentine's Day orders by Thursday 10 February, or you can order for collection from BeerHunter's warehouse up until Friday 11 February at 4pm.

You can get your hands on Beerhunter’s Valentine's Day gifts online here.

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]]> 265196 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/twin-sisters-behind-lancashire-cult-favourite-finch-bakery-open-pop-up-in-manchester/ Mon, 31 Jan 2022 12:09:13 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=265203

The sisters behind cult Lancashire favourite Finch Bakery are opening a new pop-up in Manchester next week.

Known for creating indulgent, gut-busting treats like cookie pies, cake jars, 'school dinner cake', giant celebration cakes and munchable brownies and blondies, the news of their arrival is sure to get Manchester's sweet tooths excited.

The good news? There's not long to wait now.

Started by two twin sisters with a passion for baking, the pair first started messing around in the kitchen whilst doing their degrees at university.

But what first began as a hobby conducted out of their parent's kitchen has since grown into a Lancashire cult favourite after Lauren and Rachel Finch opened the doors to their first bakery in Great Harwood six years ago.

What started out as a self-proclaimed "calorific hobby" catapulted into a fully-fledged business complete with a shop, a unit, forty employees, a van, and an online delivery service.

The pair even released their own best-selling cookbook, The Finch Bakery: Sweet Homemade Treats and Showstopper Celebration Cakes in August last year - which went on to top the Sunday Times bestseller list.

Now, they're expanding into Manchester city centre with their very first pop-up at Harvey Nichols.

Opening from 7 February, the pair will be selling their famous 'cake in a cup' creations in store, offering shoppers everything from indulgent chocolate-laden brownies and Biscoff blondie,s to colourful layered cake jars.

Their signature treats will be available to take away from a new unit created for them on the department store's ground floor, whilst a selection of daily bakes will be made available to enjoy inside too from the Second Floor Deli Bar. 

You'll be able to find the pair's goodies on sale at Harvey Nichols from 7 February for the next six months.

Speaking on the new opening, the pair said: "We can finally reveal we are opening a second Finch Bakery site…in our dream location of Manchester City centre!

"And where better than Harvey Nichols? We’re so pleased to be given the opportunity to pop up in such an iconic store and we can’t wait to bring our cakes and brownies to the people of Manchester.”

To find out more, head over to their Instagram to get a good look at all the different bakes they have on offer.

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]]> 265203 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/historic-manchester-gastropub-sams-chop-house-to-reopen-after-months-of-closure/ Mon, 31 Jan 2022 14:22:16 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=265221

Manchester's beloved gastropub Sam's Chop House has confirmed it will be reopening to the public soon, following many long months of closure.

The historic 154-year-old pub is famous for a sculputre of artist L.S. Lowry that sits proudly in its bar and for its corned beef hash - which takes ten days to make and has previously been voted one of Manchester's top ten dishes.

It's also known for cooking up other traditional gastropub delights like beef suet pudding, steak, epic roast dinners and battered fish with triple cooked chips.

In a statement posted to its social media channels on Sunday, owner Roger Ward confirmed the pub would be reopening this February - stating this would be "hopefully in less than two weeks. And certainly in time for Valentine's Day."

Having closed in order to aid works to Cavendish House, the building in which it is based, the pub will soon fling open its doors to deliver its modern take on British classics to hungry Mancunians once again.

Speaking on the reopening, its owner confirmed that the pub would continue to work with local suppliers in order to cook with the freshest produce.

He also said that its love of fine wines would continue to be a focus, heralding the return of legendary sommelier George Bergier who, at the tender age of 75, has been "serving Manchester’s top tables and top people for 54 years now."

Confirming that George would return to host Thursday and Friday's lunchtime services, Roger added:

"The team will be led by general manager Sam Hernandez and Head Chef Scott Munro supported by some familiar faces. We’ll tell you more about them in the days to come."

In 2015, the pub had joked as part of an April Fool's Day prank that it was to permanently close - causing great consternation amongst its loyal band of followers. Little did we know back then that it would happen for real.

Fortunately, this time the closure was only temporary - and now it appears that fans won't have to wait long to sit and enjoy a pint at the bar with Lowry once again.

It's not the first time that the pub has been reopened by Mr. Ward, who relaunched itin 2001 four years after it was shuttered by its former corporate owners.

Promising to "build back better than we were before", he said, "our family business will be joining the movement to rebuild Manchester city centre."

Nodding to the pub's longstanding history he added, "When Samuel Studd opened his doors for the first time in 1868 there were 13 chop houses in the city.

"More than 150 years later his business has seen two world wars, the Great Depression of the 1930s and two global pandemics.

"Only two of the original chop houses are still standing. And they are still independent."

Mr. Ward also used to own the Albert Square Chop House, but this was sold to London pub operator The Metropolitan Pub Company, a Green King pub retailer, last year and has since relaunched as The Fountainhouse.

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]]> 265221 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/property/a-house-in-greater-manchester-has-gone-up-for-sale-for-1-but-it-needs-some-work/ Mon, 31 Jan 2022 13:02:49 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=265236

A three-bedroom house in Greater Manchester has gone on the market for just £1.

The property in east Manchester has been listed on Rightmove in the last week and will be sold at auction next month.

The listing states that the Openshaw home is in need of refurbishment - and photos show walls that need plastering and painting, bare floorboards and broken tiles.

There's also, interestingly, a skull clown toilet seat in the bathroom.

But it looks to us like there's loads of potential here, with an open-plan ground floor and three bedrooms upstairs.

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The ground floor is made up of that open living room/dining room space, with a kitchen and shower room at the rear.

Then the upstairs landing of the £1 house leads to three bedrooms.

There's also a small yard out the back of the property.

Read more: The quirkiest pubs in Manchester, from wonky buildings to 7am pints

The 'traditionally constructed' end-of-terrace house is currently vacant.

One thing that has been updated in the property is new gas central heating.

The house is located just off Ashton Old Road, near bus routes into the city centre as well as Gorton train station.

It will be sold at online auction between 23 and 24th February, through Auction House North West.

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]]> 265236 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/news/planning-permission-granted-to-build-125m-eden-project-north-in-morecambe/ Mon, 31 Jan 2022 14:12:35 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=265266

Plans for a £125 million re-imagining of the Eden Project right here on the North West coast have officially been given the go ahead by councillors.

The team behind the Eden Project North - which is set to be a major attraction for Lancashire and is part of a wider project aiming to "re-imagine Morecambe as a seaside resort for the 21st Century" - this week saw their plans go before Lancaster City Council in what was said to be one of the most important planning meetings in over a decade.

Lancaster City Council have now agreed planning approval for the ambitious and innovative scheme.

Confirming the news of the green light to plans, David Morris - MP for Morecambe and Lunesdale - said it was "a great day for Morecambe".

He added on Twitter that he is "delighted that we have reached another milestone" in the project, and that he looks forward to "working with Michael Gove to get the government funding for the project secured."

An application for £70 million government funding was submitted back in November 2020.

Read more: Plans for Eden Project North in Lancashire take step forward with £70 million funding bid

Hoping to replicate the success of Cornwall’s Eden Project, the Eden Project North will focus on marine life and seeks to transform the well-known Morecambe coastline by building a "ticketed visitor attraction that is sustainable and transformative, with large indoor environments, housed within iconic pavilions".

The plans for the new all-year visitor attraction show five shell-shaped domes built on waterfront on the site of Bubbles - a former swimming pool - and appeal to people keen on art, science, adventure, play and performance as well as nature.

Eden Project North is expected to provide "significant economic, environmental and social benefits" for the area.

Those familiar with the original Eden Project in Cornwall will recognise Eden Project North as a similar attraction combining "exhibits, performance, learning, play, immersive experiences, world-class horticulture, art, food, beverage and retail spaces".

It hopes to bring together "health and wellbeing" and "wonder and entertainment" through its various zones.

An environment filled with plants and art exhibits will be known as ‘Above the Bay’, while theatrical experiences will bring the tides and lunar rhythms to life in ‘Below the Bay’, and there’ll be bookable wellbeing treatments in The Natural Sanctuary, as well as the Eden Project North’s research and education programmes being housed in the 'Natural Observatory'.

Those familiar with the original Eden Project in Cornwall will recognise Eden Project North as a similar attraction combining "exhibits, performance, learning, play, immersive experiences, world-class horticulture, art, food, beverage and retail spaces".

It hopes to bring together "health and wellbeing" and "wonder and entertainment" through its various zones.

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David Harland - Chief Executive of Eden Project International - said: "Planning permission is a huge milestone on our journey towards making Eden Project North an exemplar project for Morecambe, Lancashire, and the North of England.

"The project is now definitively shovel-ready and a compelling financial case has been made to Government [so] we are primed and ready to create this beacon to a green and sustainable future, be part of Levelling Up and drive economic and social enhancements across the region.

"While we are incredibly proud of what we and our partners have achieved so far, we now need UK government support to quickly bring this to fruition and maintain momentum.

"We’re hugely grateful to the Lancaster City Council planners for granting this landmark project planning permission. Massive thanks must also go to our partners and the community in the region for supporting us throughout the consultation process.

"We continue to be inspired by the wellspring of positivity we get from the people of Morecambe."

Eden Project North would directly employ more than 400 people, with an additional 1,500 jobs supported in the region, and hoped to inject £200 million per year into the North West economy.

Subject to funding being secured, it is due to open in 2024.

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— Eden Project (@edenproject) January 31, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/popular-wigan-beauty-spot-pennington-flash-is-getting-a-2-4-million-makeover/ Mon, 31 Jan 2022 15:03:28 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=265300

Wigan Council has confirmed that a £2.4 million makeover to one of the borough’s most popular beauty spots is set to get underway.

According to the major plans for Pennington Flash Nature Reserve in Leigh, some of the new facilities that visitors will soon get to make the most of include a new café, which will offer a full view of the site's large lake - known as the 'flash' - and an outdoor decking area.

There is also set to be a new toilet block and a visitor information centre.

Car parking facilities will also be improved with resurfacing, electric vehicle charging points, better lighting, and a new overflow car park.

Work will also begin on upgrading the footpaths around the car park, and putting eco-friendly features into the current buildings.

Future plans for the site include a new natural play area.

Speaking ahead of the start of the makeover, Councillor Keith Cunliffe - Deputy Leader at Wigan Council - explained: "We know how popular Pennington Flash is with our residents and we’re delighted to see the plans taking shape.

"This year is a big one for Leigh with the Euros and the Rugby League World Cup, and this project will provide top-class facilities to help more people enjoy the great green spaces our borough has to offer."

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He added: "These plans will help address some of the priority areas highlighted by residents during the Believe in Leigh survey and Big Listening Project.

"[It will] provide great facilities for all our residents to enjoy."

Work is due to start in March, with the project scheduled to be complete by the end of summer.

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New facilities included in the major plans at Pennington Flash Nature Reserve in Leigh include a visitor centre and cafe.

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— Wigan Council (@WiganCouncil) January 31, 2022]]> https://themanc.com/news/serious-failure-sue-grays-report-into-alleged-downing-street-parties-has-finally-been-published/ Mon, 31 Jan 2022 15:10:05 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=265304

Sue Gray's report into the alleged parties that took place at Downing Street against Covid restrictions has finally been published.

The report states that the alleged gatherings demonstrate 'failures of leadership and judgment'.

It also states that the 'behaviour surrounding these gatherings is difficult to justify'.

Senior civil servant Ms Gray's report has been published ahead of a statement from Boris Johnson in the House of Commons.

In it, she wrote that she was 'extremely limited' in what she could say about the events due to the Met Police investigation.

Ms Gray stated: "I am extremely limited in what I can say about those events and it is not possible at present to provide a meaningful report setting out and analysing the extensive factual information I have been able to gather."

The report accepted that it was necessary for Downing Street staff to be on the premises, working 'long hours under difficult conditions'.

But, she added: "Those challenges also applied to key and frontline workers across the
country who were working under equally, if not more, demanding conditions, often
at risk to their own health.

"It is important to remember the stringency of the public health regulations in force in England over the relevant periods and that criminal sanctions were applied to many found to be in breach of them.

"The hardship under which citizens across the country worked, lived and sadly even died while
observing the Government’s regulations and guidance rigorously are known only too well."

She wrote that Covid-19 has had a 'seismic impact' on everyone in the country and stressed the 'profound personal sacrifices' that so many citizens have made during the pandemic.

The report says: "At least some of the gatherings in question represent a serious failure to observe not just the high standards expected of those working at the heart of Government but also of the standards expected of the entire British population at the time.

"At times it seems there was too little thought given to what was happening across the country in considering the appropriateness of some of these gatherings, the risks they presented to public health and how they might appear to the public.

"There were failures of leadership and judgment by different parts of No 10 and the Cabinet Office at different times.

Read more: Planning permission granted to build £125m Eden Project North in Morecambe

"Some of the events should not have been allowed to take place. Other events should not have been allowed to develop as they did."

It then added: "The excessive consumption of alcohol is not appropriate in a professional workplace at any time.

"Steps must be taken to ensure that every Government Department has a clear and robust policy in place covering the consumption of alcohol in the workplace."

Ms Gray also stated: "It is not for me to make a judgment on whether the criminal law has been broken."

The 2020 events listed in the report took place on 15 May, 20 May, 18 June, 19 June, 13 November, 27 November, 10 December, 15 December, 17 December and 18 December, as well as events on 14 January 2021 and 16 April 2021.

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]]> 265304 0 0 0 https://themanc.com/food-and-drink/manchester-based-gin-brand-zymurgorium-has-the-perfect-spirit-to-celebrate-chinese-new-year/ Mon, 31 Jan 2022 15:36:10 +0000 https://themanc.com/?p=265322

Local drinks brand Zymurgorium has got the perfect drink to toast to Chinese New Year. 

The Manchester-based spirits company is behind the award-winning Mandarin Dynasty Oriental gin.

The five-spice blended spirit will be the perfect tipple to celebrate the Year of the Tiger on 1 February.

It has been inspired by the Orient, which has some of the richest cultures in the world and has been a main player in the trade of exotic spices for millennia. 

Zymurgorium’s Mandarin Dynasty Oriental craft gin is distilled with eight botanicals - juniper, coriander, sichuan pepper, cassia, cloves, fennel seeds, star anise and mandarin. 

The gin was a winner at the 2021 People’s Choice Spirits Awards in the Gin Fusion category. 

To celebrate the Lunar New Year, Zymurgorium will also be offering 100 voucher codes until Sunday 6 February, which will lower the price of a bottle of Mandarin Dynasty Oriental gin from £25 to £19.99. 

You can claim your discount using the code CNY22 - but there are only 100 codes available, and once they’re gone, they’re gone. 

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Zymurgorium’s craft distillery was launched in 2014, and has become known for its exciting innovations like its shimmering Realm of the Unicorn liqueur. 

It’s also behind the world’s first Parma Violet gin liqueur and Ruby Chocolate rum. 

Zymurgorium now has more than 30 spirits and liqueurs in its range, with new drinks on the way this year. 

You can order your bottle of Mandarin Dynasty Oriental directly from Zymurgorium’s website.

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An enormous sculpture of a tiger has taken shape in the heart of Manchester this week.

The massive beast has been installed at St Ann's Square as part of the city's Chinese New Year celebrations.

The tiger is surrounded by red lanterns that have been hung in the trees around the square.

Manchester city centre will be filled with celebrations between 1 and 6 February as we ring in the Lunar New Year.

This year is the Year of the Tiger, and according to the Chinese zodiac, people born in this year are predicted to be brave, competitive, unpredictable, and confident.

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The sculpture itself has been commissioned by Manchester BID and created by Decordia Events, and is brand new for 2022.

The installation is a structural take on the traditional tiger, made from wood and recycled corrugated plastic.

Its origami-like structure creates an illusion for passers-by - it looks fragile and weak but actually stands strong and towers overhead - even withstanding the battering from Storm Corrie this week,

The tiger's inner structure also matches the stripes and markings of a real tiger, casting shadows at night with surrounding lights.

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You can see the huge beast now at St Ann's Square in Manchester city centre.

Elsewhere in the city there'll be live performances, workshops, street food, stalls, a funfair, traditional lion dances, exhibitions, Chinese acrobatics, singing, poem reading, and Kung Fu across the city.

The heart of the action will, of course, be Manchester's beautiful Chinatown.

You can read our full guide to Chinatown here.

Featured image: Fabio De Paola/PA Wire

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