Salford’s magnificent RHS Bridgewater Gardens, which opened in May 2021, are built on what was once the estate of the third Duke of Bridgewater and are bordered by the canal that bears his name. The grand house that stood there...
Read More“We’ve all endured difficult times and I speak on behalf of Blackpool Council when I say your words have provided joy and hope to the people of our town.” This was Councillor Kathryn Benson speaking during a small...
Read MoreThe British Textile Biennial 2021 completely inhabits East Lancashire for the entire month of October, weaving stories of the global nature of textiles and re-evaluating histories while continuing to recognise the wealth of...
Read MoreThe most fascinating photograph in the opening space of the Linda McCartney Retrospective at Liverpool’s Walker Art Gallery is of Brian Jones and Mick Jagger from her first professional assignment. As editorial assistant...
Read MoreStrange times. Especially if you live on your own and just want a hug. Well, don’t despair as they’re giving them out at The Spärrows, Manchester in the form of a comforting and generous portion of their eponymous spätzle (it...
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