Six chances for festive fun in Manchester this Christmas

Never mind Turkey, the true star of Christmas dinner comes miniature and wrapped in bacon.

Many of us dream of having a white Christmas, just like you see in the movies. Yet that’s not often the case here in Greater Manchester, where you’re probably going to get rain instead of snow.

Sky Sports pundits Jamie Carragher and Roy Keane have heavily criticised Manchester United attacker Marcus Rashford following his below-par showing in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Newcastle United at St James' Park.

Christmas is fast approaching, so if you're keen to have a little reshuffle of the décor in your home, you're going to want to read on. Bright colours and neon lights are all the rage this year so we've had a deep dive to find our favourite Christmas themed décor for you- and much of it is in that style. There's everything from colourful tree toppers to eye-catching gift wrap, garlands and baubles.

The Charlatans have given an impromptu performance at Manchester Piccadilly train station – check out the footage below. The band’s singer Tim Burgess sang and played harmonica while bandmate Martin Brunt played a free-to-use piano that is situated on the main concourse of the station, near to Platform 10. The duo played a version of ‘Impossible’, from their 1999 album ‘Us and Us Only’ as well as 1995’s ‘Just When You’re Thinkin’ Things Over’ from their self-titled album.Thanks to everyone who came to our impromptu gig by Platform 10 at Piccadilly Station in Manchester pic.twitter.com/D2Eegz2ICU— Tim Burgess (@Tim_Burgess) December 2, 2023pic.twitter.com/8GesGDk7MA— Tim Burgess (@Tim_Burgess) December 2, 2023Posting the footage on X/Twitter, Burgess wrote: “Thanks to everyone who came to our impromptu gig by Platform 10 at Piccadilly Station in Manchester”.

Erik ten Hag insists he will "talk to" Marcus Rashford about his dismal Manchester United form.

All of the road closures necessary this weekend have been announced ahead of the Manchester Christmas Parade - due to take place in the city centre on Sunday, December 3.

An advertising board welcoming Sir Jim Ratcliffe to Manchester has been spotted ahead of his imminent investment in Manchester United.

Golf It! is back and better than ever - with a new-look range and all new features ready to welcome punters from THIS weekend.

As December starts, so does the official countdown to Christmas. And if you’re looking for a unique gift for a loved one - or even a treat for yourself - we’ve got just the ticket(s)!

Police have arrested 12 males - including a 16-year-old boy - in connection with a huge brawl that broke out following the Bolton Wanderers v Wigan Athletic football match earlier this year.

Parts of Greater Manchester could be hit with snow this week as temperatures turn subzero once again.

Tributes have poured in for a 'kind-hearted' man well-known in the Gorton and Denton community after he passed away last month.

A criminal family who ran a meth-making lab in Ashton are amongst those who have been jailed in Greater Manchester this week.

People were queuing for hours at Manchester Arndale this morning (November 25) to be among the first customers at a new fried chicken takeaway and meet Salford YouTuber Angry Ginge. The new Sides takeaway, backed by YouTube stars The Sidemen and KSI, opened at 11am, offering a free burger and a drink to the first 100 customers.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe is reportedly set to fund Manchester United's January transfer window with the sale of Jadon Sancho.

Three big decisions on new developments in Manchester were made at the town hall this week. A controversial plan for student housing in Hulme was knocked back by the planning committee for a fourth time in 18 months.

An American rapper has postponed the entire European leg of his tour including a show in Manchester next week. Fans have been left disappointed after Playboi Carti's 'Antagonist' tour European dates were postponed at the last minute yesterday (November 16).

This winter, join Manchester’s symphony orchestra, the Hallé, for a cracker of a Christmas - with concerts to suit all ages at The Bridgewater Hall.

Former Novara and Udinese sporting director Cristiano Giaretta has hailed Bruno Fernandes' 'rock-solid mentality' after signing him as a youth talent for just €40,000.