Cheshire's 'magical adventure park' launches cheap ticket deal for families this February half term

Picking out furniture for your new home is often one of the most exciting parts of the process, but it can end up being very costly. Buying things such as sofas, dining tables and beds all adds up - but there are ways to furnish your property without breaking the bank.

Families will be looking for ways to keep kids occupied now that the school holidays are upon us once more. The weather can be unpredictable over February half term, so it’s a good idea to have some rainy day options.

Most families know the story of Stick Man and his search for the family tree, but there's one little known attraction that many have missed.

Manchester United legend Roy Keane has revealed in typically uncompromising fashion why he didn't speak to two former Old Trafford team-mates for months.

Loose Women star Ruth Langsford hails herself "a woman's woman" as she prepares to take part in a major International Women's Day event in Manchester with a host of star guests. And she says it's always a pleasure to return to the city - now that her beloved son has become an adopted Mancunian himself.

A single mum duped by a serial conman has told how he wined and dined her for her money - and even maintained his cruel con from behind bars after his arrest.

Janette Manrara was left a 'cute' message by her former Strictly Come Dancing co-star amid her struggle being away from home. The dancer-turned-presenter is currently busy travelling up and down the country as the host of the BBC One show's live tour.

A crack addict drug dealer has been jailed after police found £30,000 in dirty cash hidden in a safe in his bedroom.

Annie Kilner, who is pregnant with her fourth child with cheating ex Kyle Walker, was spotted arriving to her local gym in Cheshire, amid the ongoing drama with Kyle's mistress, Lauryn Goodman. Annie, 31, looked pensive as she strode across a car park, wearing black workout clothes and she carried a jacket in front of her stomach. Her outing comes after her sister, Sian, took to social media to criticise Lauryn Goodman, 33, who has had two children with Kyle, also 33, whilst he was married to Annie.

Marcus Rashford missed Manchester United's 4-2 FA Cup win over Newport County at Rodney Parade on Sunday.

They made for an unlikely alliance. One was the playboy son of a clothing tycoon who counted members of the Pakistani government among his close relatives.

A man from Manchester is opening a mobile vet surgery to help deliver healthcare to pets around the city by doing home visits.

Second generation Holocaust survivors have spoken of the urgent need to continue telling their parents stories amid continued conflict and rising anti-Semitism.

The next academy player to make their debut for Manchester United will be the 250th youngster to achieve that dream after progressing through the youth ranks.

A grief-stricken dad whose son was killed in a crash says he has been left 'heartbroken' after 'evil' thieves broke into his car at Manchester Airport and stole two cushions made from his t-shirts. Mark Holden, 50, went away for long weekend last Thursday (January 18) and left his BMW at Terminal One's multi-storey car park.

Manchester United played a behind-closed-doors match this week as they prepare to resume their season in the FA Cup on Sunday.

Trafford council is considering closing its town hall one day a week as well as ‘changes’ to the borough’s children and adult services as it prepares to finalise its budget for 2024-25. A meeting of the authority’s executive will on Monday (January 29) consider a review by Trafford’s scrutiny committee chair Coun David Acton of the budget proposals.

On the edge of Stockport, Marple Bridge is a picturesque village packed full of hidden gems. Only a short train ride from Manchester, it feels a world away from the buzz of the city.

Former Manchester United academy coach Neil Wood believes Kobbie Mainoo will take his game to the next level when his confidence in playing senior football grows.

The Courthouse, a restaurant, bar and hotel in Knutsford has closed after its owners Flat Cap Hotels fell into administration. A spokesperson for the venue confirmed to the Manchester Evening News that administrators have been appointed, and cited issues including the pandemic, inflation and the cost-of-living crisis.