A Salford crime lord known as 'Vlad the Impaler' is among those to be jailed in Greater Manchester this week.
21.08.2023 - 13:57 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
We're now just days away until the August Bank Holiday arrives, so we thought it was about time we offered up some inspiration for how to spend the three-day weekend.
Of course, a guide on how to spend your extra day off, wouldn’t be complete without a nod to Manchester Pride, the annual four-day LGBTQ+ celebration, which takes place in locations across the city. If you're just heading to Pride, we've got a full guide on everything you need to know from the parade and Gay Village party to the poignant Candlelit Vigil, as well as a round-up of the best free Pride events.
Elsewhere, there’s an Italian food festival, and Bolton's own food and drink event, plus brunches and afternoon teas - so you definitely won't go hungry. Plus, there's gigs from one of city's most feted sons, a festival in a idyllic countryside setting and Manchester music tours to keep you entertained. And, as well as special bank holiday events and activities, the usual calendar of exhibitions, club nights and gigs are on the cards to make this a bumper bank holiday weekend.
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Foodie fans might want to head to Bolton over the bank holiday weekend for the annual Food & Drink Festival, which is back for its 18th year. Around 200 food stalls and market traders will take over the town centre from August 25 - 28, while there will also be street entertainment and activities for kids.
You can expect live cooking demos, and even a Fawlty Towers dining experience. Several famous faces will make an appearance over the weekend, including James Martin, Gok Wan and Great British menu judge Nisha Katona MBE. Entry is free although some events are ticketed. Tickets for
A Salford crime lord known as 'Vlad the Impaler' is among those to be jailed in Greater Manchester this week.
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