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Now that the days are longer and brighter it’s the perfect time to get outside and explore the beautiful landscapes we have right on our doorstep. We’re spoilt for choice in Greater Manchester with miles upon miles of gorgeous countryside to visit nearby.

Pet Shop Boys have announced an intimate show at London’s Koko next month – find out all the ticket details and information below.The 80s synth pop legends recently announced the details of their new album ‘Nonetheless’, and shared lead single ‘Loneliness’. The album comes out on April 26, with James Ford acting as producer.The band will celebrate the release of the show with a small show at London’s Koko on May 26.

Stockport’s historic Bramall Hall will host a plant fair next week with some of the country’s most respected specialist nurseries - including RHS medallists - selling flowers, shrubs and more in the grounds of the Tudor building. The Plant Hunters’ Fair will take place on April 17 and will raise funds for Friends of Bramall Hall and Park.

TV personality Vicky Pattison was "turned away at the door" while trying to watch Pete Wicks and Sam Thompson's live tour.The former Geordie Shore star documented her ordeal on Instagram with her followers on Friday night, April 5. The 36-year-old beauty posted a selfie on her story, commenting: "Only reason I'd be out on a Friday night with a half marathon ahead of me...and that's to see the Staying Relevant podcast tour." However just moments later she updated fans, saying she and fiancé Ercan Ramadan had not been allowed into London's O2 Apollo venue.

Music icons Pet Shop Boys are to hold an intimate "in conversation" event with fans at an historic Manchester location to celebrate the release of their new album.

Taylor Swift had undoubtedly the best year of her career, so far, in 2023. She is said to have sold more than 4.3 million tickets to her global Eras Tour, which kicked off last year, making her one of the highest-grossing touring artists, which helped establish her billionaire status. She even was named Time Magazine's Person of the Year.

Passengers have been left stranded on stationary trains for two hours amid the London Euston chaos on Tuesday (April 2). A fault with the signalling system at the major station meant lines were blocked, with services cancelled or severely delayed throughout the afternoon.

This spring, Tattu, the modern Chinese restaurant group, welcomes Blossom Season with enchanting floral installations, a fresh spring menu, terrace takeovers and bespoke cocktails.

A woman was rushed to hospital after a 'serious collision' involving two cars and a van closed the M60 for a number of hours on Monday (April 1).

Paralympian Dame Sarah Storey has urged dog walkers to keep their pets on leads - after she described a frightening "near miss" at a National Trust park.

A man has been arrested on suspicion of carrying an 'imitation' firearm which was found by a police dog. Greater Manchester Police were called to reports of a man with a potential firearm in Middleton on Monday (March 25).

Getting less than seven hours of sleep is associated with a seven per cent increased risk of developing high blood pressure over time, according to early research.

New council rules regarding dogs on a beach near Greater Manchester will come into force from Easter weekend.

A special dog show will be taking place in the city centre this April featuring a jam-packed line-up of ‘pawtastic’ fun.

Manchester United will be targeting a winning start to the Premier League's resumption when they travel to the Gtech Community Stadium to face Brentford on Saturday evening.

The Black Keys have shared details of an additional date at London’s Brixton Academy for 2024. Find ticket details below.News of the tour dates come following the band revealing details of their new album ‘Ohio Players’ back in January, which they shared with the lead single ‘Beautiful People (Stay High)’.The album – which is a follow-up to 2022’s ‘Dropout Boogie’ – is set for release on April 5, and will now be followed by shows across the UK this spring.The first of the band’s shows will be held on April 27, with an opening night at the new Co-op Live arena in Manchester.

He'd been hounded out of Belfast after a vicious feud. And, after being offered refuge by neo-Nazis brought mayhem to the streets of Bolton.

England boss Gareth Southgate says the severity of Kyle Walker's injury is currently unknown after the Manchester City defender was forced off in Saturday night's loss to Brazil.

Traffic cops are used to hair-raising, high-octane chases - but not all incidents are the same. This was the bizarre moment police pulled over an elderly couple after they had been reported as being 'lost in Manchester'.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe believes Manchester United have the 'opportunity' to build a 'state of the art' stadium that could house up to 100,000 supporters.