14 h. ago Manchester's hidden cinema showing Halloween and Christmas films this festive season

Screenings include Hocus Pocus, The Addams Family, Elf, Home Alone, The Holiday and more

Culture

17 h. ago The best festive things to do in Manchester with kids this Christmas

If you’re looking for a great day out for the whole family this winter, we’ve got you covered

Politics

35 h. ago New Christmas event comes to Manchester with 'magical' winter festival at Freight Island and Mayfield Park

A world of festive storytelling and wonder is promised

Politics

40 h. ago 20 best stocking fillers for Christmas 2025, tested and approved by kids

From Bluetooth speakers to slime, these are the presents to get Santa some serious brownie points

Politics

41 h. ago 'I'm charging family £250 each for Christmas dinner – including my teen kids'

Carla Bellucci, 44, is charging her family and friends £250 each to dine at hers on Christmas Day, with her working teenage children having to fork out for the festive fee too

Economics

5 d. ago Hamleys reveals top 15 toys for Christmas 2025 including return of nostalgic ones that kids will love

HAMLEYS has revealed its top 15 toys for Christmas this year, including the return of some nostalgic classics. With 11 weeks to go until the big day, the iconic toy chain's experts have rounded up their predictions of what will be on many kids' letters to Santa. The list includes toys aimed at a range...

Politics

5 d. ago 'We left UK behind to live in Spain and Christmas abroad is better for kids'

A family who moved abroad explained just why Christmas is much better for kids in Spain, and the reasons may surprise you. They seem happy to have left the UK behind

Politics

6 d. ago Amazon slashes Cricut starter bundle to under £180 just in time for Christmas crafts with the kids

The Cricut starter kit is the perfect pick for setting up an at-home craft station that the kids can get involved with too, and it's now on sale for under £180 in Amazon Prime Day sale

Economics

8 d. ago Greater Manchester town to host light festival with last chance to see Northern Lights display

The free event returns to the town this November with 'world-class' lights displays, immersive installations and street performances

Politics

1 week ago Five of the most popular Christmas events around Manchester you need to book now

Tickets are already selling fast for many of the most popular festive events

Culture

1 week ago Five things to do in Manchester this weekend with big milestone and return of popular music festival

There's lots to keep busy with this week

Culture

1 week ago Pitbull announces huge headline festival performance near Greater Manchester

Tickets go on sale very soon

Politics

1 week ago New Christmas advent calendars that are ideal for boys and girls of all ages

Make the count down to Christmas even more exciting with these calendars filled with surprises.

Economics

2 w. ago Best chocolate advent calendars for kids and adults this Christmas

From artisanal pralines to supermarket deals, explore 2025's top chocolate advent calendars and make your countdown to Christmas a bit sweeter.

Politics

2 w. ago How to book a festive stay at ITV Emmerdale star's Fletchers' Family Farm this year

November and December dates are still available at the farm run by ITV Emmerdale star and BBC Strictly Come Dancing champion Kelvin Fletcher, alongside his wife, Liz

Culture

2 w. ago Revealed: The most hellish driving routes to avoid if you are on a journey with children

As many as 72 per cent of parents will be embarking on a car journey with their kids in the October half term or at Christmas. Pictured: File photo of summer holiday traffic

Politics

2 w. ago Forget chocolate tubs, B&M’s new Cadbury buy is perfect for filling up your kid’s stocking this Christmas

BARGAIN lovers are raving about a new Cadbury treat spotted at B&M – and it could be the perfect budget-friendly stocking filler this festive season. The new box has been spotted in supermarkets this week as fans rush to snap up the festive snack. One shopper wrote online: “New Cadbury Chocolate Selection spotted at B&M Stores.” Fans...

Politics

2 w. ago Bolton beer festival to be 'more than a great night out' as hugely popular event returns

It's been hailed as 'Bolton’s biggest social event'

Culture

3 w. ago Reduce your kids' screen time this Christmas with best games to play with the whole family

If you're looking to get the whole family together and off their screens this Christmas, we've found a bunch of fun and affordable games that are sure to keep everyone entertained

Politics

3 w. ago AD FEATURE: New comedy festival brings the stars of TV, radio, stand

Robin Ince, Mick Miller, Lou Conran and Tez Ilyas will be among the acts performing across the borough

Culture