Manchester
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Nightlife | October 2010
Manchester
WHIPPET UP
The first ever recorded greyhound race in England took place in July 1926 at Manchester's Belle Vue stadium, and the canines are still chasing phoney hares there to this day. Head along to one of the races held every Thursday, Friday and Saturday throughout the year
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See | September 2010
Manchester
GOSEETHIS.COM
Manchester is a hive of creativity and culture, and without knowing where to look, you're bound to miss something. Stay ahead of the game by logging on to Goseethis.com, which collates events from opera to indie, Shakespeare to stand-up. Online ticket purchases can also be made, so it's your one-stop shop.
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Hotels | September 2010
Manchester
SACO APARTMENTS
These central, well-appointed serviced apartments will not only make you feel at home, but are a perfect launchpad to the city for the longer-staying visitor, or family
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Bars | September 2010
Manchester
KEKO MOKU
Serving cocktails as volcanic as the islands it pays tribute to, Keko Moku is an always-busy tiki bar where everyone is your mate, the music is energising and the party goes on, and on, and on...
Address: 100 HIGH STREET, NORTHERN QUARTER. | Tel: +44 (0)161 832 4529
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Restaurants | September 2010
Manchester
NING
The relaxing interior of Ning encourages quiet delectation as you work their way through some devilishly addictive starters
Address: 92-94 OLDHAM STREET, NORTHERN QUARTER,. | Tel: +44 (0)161 238 9088,
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See | March 2010
Manchester
WALLS ARE TALKING
Think wallpaper is only for walls? Think again. Over 30 artists, including Jon Wilman, take their wallpaper and use it to exploit darker themes such as subversion and sexuality in this seminal exhibition. Until 3 May.
Address: WHITWORTH ART GALLERY, OXFORD ROAD. | Tel: +44 (0)161 275 7450
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Hotels | March 2010
Manchester
ROOMZZZ MANCHESTER
Want a room that comes complete with an Apple Mac laptop and a kitchen pod with appliances? And a central location just off Piccadilly Gardens and Chinatown? You'll be hard-pressed to find somewhere better than Roomzzz to get your zzzs.
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Bars | March 2010
Manchester
BLACKDOG BALLROOM
Swap Manchester for New York at this diner and pool bar in the eclectic Northern Quarter. Gourmet burgers and pizzas are served until 1am and there's a good selection of draught beers and cocktails.
Address: 37-43 OLDHAM STREET, NORTHERN QUARTER. | Tel: +44 (0)161 839 0664