What to do in Manchester over the Easter bank holiday weekend

Comic favourite Peter Kay hit the London stage for the first time in years with his Dance for Life show, which raises money for Cancer Research, and fans were left “sobbing”. After leaving fans concerned when he abruptly cancelled his 2018 tour due to “unforeseen family circumstances”, the national treasure has largely kept out of the spotlight. The comedian, who is known for protecting his personal life, has kept the details of what happened private.

Train passengers could see Bank Holiday plans ruined as train staff are due to strikes this weekend.

It’s a highlight of the Cheshire town’s annual event calendar and this year’s event will be the first for three years due to the pandemic …and it’s back with a bang!

Businesses have called for this year’s bonus Platinum Jubilee bank holiday to be made permanent. Hospitality leaders have written to the Prime Minister and the Chancellor urging them to create a “thank holiday” to honour the Queen.

A guide shared how human excrement on one of mount Snowdon's most popular paths, as visitors flocked to the area for Easter.

Trafford Centre restaurant at the weekend and he certainly delivered it. Joined by a host of star pals, everyone was soon hitting the dancefloor at the Oh My Glaze burger joint for some incredible dance-offs on Saturday night. Adam was joined by a host of his showbiz pals - including former Coronation Street star Kym Marsh who is joining him in the eagerly-anticipated new series of Waterloo Road on the BBC.

There aren’t many bigger names in pop right now than Dua Lipa. And last night, as the UK and Ireland-leg of her hugely anticipated Future Nostalgia tour kicked off at Manchester’s AO Arena, she proved why.

Peter Kay is certainly a man of many talents; a beloved comedian, as well as an award-winning writer and actor, but can he add superstar DJ to to his CV? Although his mixing may not be quite as slick Calvin Harris or David Guetta, Bolton’s favourite son had thousands in the palm of his hand as he made a joyous return to stage in Manchester.

Comedy legend Peter Kay has made his return to the stage – five years after stepping out of the public eye. The 48 year old comedian kickstarted his Dance For Life tour on Friday 15 April at Manchester Central Convention Complex. During the three hour ‘dance-a-thon’, which is raising money for Cancer Research UK, the comedian turned DJ as he treated his audience to everything from S Club to House of Pain.

Limited access to doctors, pharmacies, dentists and opticians can cause panic over long Bank Holiday weekends. But there are options in Greater Manchester if patients need out-of-hours services.

Smooth scenes were reported at Manchester Airport this morning as the Easter Bank Holiday began.

With a four-day weekend and decent weather on the cards, this Easter could be the perfect opportunity for a great family walk. Greater Manchester is lucky to boast so many scenic locations which make the perfect backdrop for a walk, and many of those can be found in Tameside.