Coronation Street bade farewell to another of its beloved characters after one of the show's stars decided to move on. Lorna Laidlaw, who portrayed Aggie Bailey, quietly left the ITV soap, The Sun reported on Thursday.
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With the stresses of everyday life wearing on Mancunians, more and more people are investing in their health and wellbeing. Once booze filled sun holidays were the go to vacation packages for many Britons, but now spa breaks and luxury retreats are the hottest destinations.
One glamorous getaway that people are flocking to is hidden away in a forest in Ballymena, Co Antrim in Northern Ireland.
Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, a girly weekend, or want to take trip with your family, Galgorm caters for all - even your four-legged friends.
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While I travelled by car from my native county of Galway during a family visit home, travelling to the north of Ireland could not be easier - or cheaper - from Manchester Airport. With frequent flights, you can easily bag yourself flights for a round trip to Belfast for under £30.
In terms of getting to Galgorm, it’s half an hour from Belfast. The transport in the surrounding area is quite well-connected and the popular spa even offers complimentary transfers to and from Cullybackey Train Station, on request.
There is a massive choice of accommodation to choose from, including deluxe rooms, suites and lodges. The Resort has a range of Log Cabins, Cottage Suites, Shepherds Huts, Forest Dens and Residences set in the grounds, ideal for groups, families, or couples seeking a premium glamping experience.
We selected the Shepherds Huts - a blend of luxury living with a rustic feel. Nestled in Galgorm Wood with the cascading River Maine running alongside, the dog-friendly Shepherd's Huts are kitted out with everything you would need for a self-catering visit.
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Coronation Street bade farewell to another of its beloved characters after one of the show's stars decided to move on. Lorna Laidlaw, who portrayed Aggie Bailey, quietly left the ITV soap, The Sun reported on Thursday.
“Contemporary Art Underground: MTA Arts & Design New York” (Monacelli, out now). It highlights more than 100 of the MTA’s newest commissions — mostly constructed with mosaics or larger pieces of metal or glass — added to the transit system from 2015 to 2023. Wanna check a few out? Grab your Metrocard and take one of these (mostly) subterranean sight-seeing tours mapped out by The Post with the aid of the new book.
A dad's 50th birthday holiday was "ruined" after his family was left with no luggage following Sunday's power cut at Manchester Airport.
Oldham has seen one of the biggest increases in car parking costs across the UK in the last two years. The council has doubled its fees since 2022, making it the third biggest increase among local authorities.
Whilst June has been mostly dominated by dreary weather for the UK, the last week of soaring temperatures have been a welcome sight for some.
Following a power cut over the weekend which led to dozens of flights being cancelled and delayed, Manchester Airport is now operating as normal, although it has warned that it is ‘slightly busier than usual’. On Sunday a power outage in the early hours caused cancellations from both Terminal 1 and 2.
Temperatures will soar to highs of 26C in Greater Manchester today - as a heat health alert kicks in for much of England.
For decades it was THE place to go for kids in Stockport, but much of it has been reduced to rubble while what's left remains under threat. Grand Central opened in 1991 as a multi-million pound entertainment, leisure and shopping complex.
The Killers have covered The Stone Roses‘ ‘Ten Storey Love Song’ while performing in Manchester – check out clips of the performances and the full setlist below.Last night (June 21), while performing the third of their four shows at the Co-Op Live arena in Manchester, Brandon Flowers and co.
Jet2 has announced that tickets for a ‘bucket list destination’ from Manchester Airport are on sale early due to a huge demand. Next winter Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks will fly twice-weekly from Manchester to Iceland, offering holidaymakers the chance to see the spectacular Northern Lights.
Juventus have reportedly initiated talks with Manchester United for Jadon Sancho.
It was meant to be a significant day for one of the North West's best-known seaside towns.
Manchester Airport is gearing up for another busy day as a major football tournament kicks off in Germany. Euro 2024 begins tonight (June 14) with the hosts taking on Scotland in Munich.
Manchester Airport has issued guidance for football fans heading to Germany over the coming weeks for the Euros to ensure they have a smooth journey. The northern travel hub is expecting around 100,000 passengers to fly to Germany for the football tournament.
Jamie Lang Pyramide Films will handle sales of the stop-motion animated feature film “Olivia and The Invisible Earthquake,” Variety has learned. Based on Maite Carranza’s children’s novel “The Movie Of Life,” — which has sold more than 24,000 copies in Spain — the film focuses on 12-year-old Olivia. She sees her life collapse when her family is evicted from their home.
Nathan Dean stands at the bottom of a hill leading up to Stockport's historic marketplace. The independent shops, bars and restaurants that have sprung up in recent years, have seen the town develop something of a reputation.
Holidaymakers are being warned that roadworks on the M56 could mean delays travelling to Manchester Airport. A major resurfacing works project on the M56 got underway yesterday and is set to last until the end of August.
A gorgeous townhouse has come up for sale in one of Manchester's most sought-after areas. The luxury property, which spans over four floors, sits in a prime location in Deansgate opposite the Beetham Tower, and has been listed for £1,250,000.
A runaway dog became stranded in the middle of a busy motorway for more than 18 hours. German shepherd Yoda escaped from his garden in Burnley after leaping over a gate.
Greater Manchester is set to see soaring temperatures over the next week as we move into the summer months - but not before some chilly spells first.