41 h. ago Historic Stockport brewery unveils new £8.4m site after major move

Its new brewing site is just three miles away from the original brewery in Stockport town centre

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3 d. ago How to turn excess nuts and seeds into a barnstoming festive pudding – recipe | Waste not

Love ice-cream, don’t love Christmas pudding? This make-ahead semifreddo, jewelled with dried fruits, might just fit the bill Last Christmas we visited my in-laws in Cape Town, where, at over 30C, a traditional Christmas pudding just didn’t feel quite right. But my mother-in-law and her friend created the most delicious feast: a South African braai (barbecue) followed by an incredible ice-cream Christmas pudding made by mashing vanilla ice-cream with a mix of tutti frutti, candied peel, raisins and cherries. This semifreddo is a take on that dessert: a light frozen custard that still carries all the festive flavours.Tutti frutti semifreddo Christmas puddingWe stopped using clingfilm in our kitchen 15 years ago now, because it’s not easily recycled and because of health concerns about the possible transfer of microplastics into our food. Most semifreddo recipes tell you to line the freezer container with clingfilm, but I suggest using no liner at all, or silicone-free, unbleached bak...

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3 d. ago In a beloved Manchester bar, history is about to be made with something unprecedented

'This definitely feels like history - it's the start of something really big and important'

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3 d. ago Quaint village with unique history and eccentric homes less than 40 miles from Manchester

This village is a true gem in the Peak District with a wide variety of architecture and a rich history dating back to the 1830s

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4 d. ago Saunas, skating and celebratory toilet seats: 25 ways to get into the Christmas spirit

Are you feeling festive? If not, here are some great and unexpected shortcuts, from fish pie to ‘intermittent wrapping’ to watching a seasonal film every day of DecemberIf I haven’t wrapped up warm and wobbled around in circles, it isn’t Christmas. I can measure out my life in London’s ice rinks. Broadgate Circus in the early 00s, because it was cheapest and I was skint. Several seasons of Skate at Somerset House with my ex, because it was our “romantic” Christmas tradition (actually, he hated skating). This year, I’ll be mixing old and new: Hampton Court Palace, where people have been skating since the 1800s, and the inaugural Skate Leicester Square. As long as there’s a mug of something mulled afterwards, I’m happy. Rachel Dixon, travel writerYears ago, a regrettable ex-boyfriend bought me a merman Christmas tree ornament so bizarre that it short-circuited my brain, unleashing something primal within me. Ever since, I have scoured department stores, gift shops and the darkest reac...

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7 d. ago Rhodri Giggs showed his true colours despite £1m affair with reaction to brother Ryan's snub

Rhodri Giggs has shown his feeling towards Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs following the brothers' notable history

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7 d. ago Rhodri Giggs made feelings on brother Ryan clear despite £1million affair after latest snub

Rhodri Giggs has shared his thoughts on Manchester United leegend Ryan Giggs following the brothers' notable history

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1 week ago The best cultural things to do with your kids over Christmas: from panto to ice

We round up the best ways to keep the little ones happy over the festive season

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1 week ago Man United latest: Marcus Rashford wish denied as Ruben Amorim faces transfer disappointment

Marcus Rashford was prevented from playing a part in history, while Manchester United's pursuit of a new transfer target has been complicated by reports the player has his sights set elsewhere

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2 w. ago Stone Roses bassist Gary 'Mani' Mounfield in pictures as legend passes away

A legendary figure in Manchester music history, we pay tribute to The Stone Roses legend.

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2 w. ago Rare Greater Manchester pub with quirky history undergoes £300k transformation

The pub's design dates back to 1901 and mirrors the passage of time

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2 w. ago Historic Greater Manchester pub goes up for sale just weeks after reopening

It's been listed for sale with a six-figure price tag

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2 w. ago The Festive Outdoor Ice Rink Where You Can Skate Next To A Grade I

The Festive Outdoor Ice Rink Where You Can Skate Next To A Grade I-Listed Former Royal Palace---And It's Less Than 2 Hours From London  Secret London

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2 w. ago This Huge Festive Ice Rink Near London Is Open Until 4 January And Sits Beside The Royal Pavilion—A Former Palace Inspired By The Taj Mahal

This Huge Festive Ice Rink Near London Is Open Until 4 January And Sits Beside The Royal Pavilion—A Former Palace Inspired By The Taj Mahal  Secret London

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2 w. ago UK's biggest pub chain is considering selling more than 1,000 of its boozers

The pub chain has 4,300 venues, which means it could be set to let go of almost a quarter of its sites if it pushes ahead with plans

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3 w. ago The 'cheeky' Irish bar inspired by Gangs of New York that's opened in historic Manchester spot

There's self-pour Guinness booths, a pub-within-a-pub and authentic Irish breakfasts

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3 w. ago The new Wetherspoon pub set to open in south London next month

Coombe Lodge was previously used as a Beefeater before the eatery closed its doors in September

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3 w. ago Manchester United facing legal action over historic sexual abuse allegation

A claim has been lodged over historic accusations against a former caretaker

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3 w. ago Historic Greater Manchester pub set to open 'first' Christmas ice rink and festive market

The Christmas market will feature more than 20 stalls offering seasonal treats, handmade gifts, jewellery, and festive bakes

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3 w. ago The historic city centre site turned into student accommodation

The £30m project has transformed three historical buildings and added two new blocks to the area

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