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Parents snap up Ryanair-friendly Trunki Suitcases for £3 instead of £50 at Argos
"Bought in the summer for granddaughter, as they’re now acceptable for free as carry on luggage for children with Ryanair."
Dates and prices confirmed as Manchester’s biggest outdoor ice rink returns this winter
Skate Manchester will be back in Cathedral Gardens for the 2026 festive season
Chester Zoo announces return of £10 for 11 days only as summer ends
The popular attraction has also extended its opening hours
Manchester Village Pride headliner forced to cancel performance as huge 90s group takes place
Girls Aloud star Nadine Coyle has been forced to cancel her Manchester Village Pride performance this weekend
Major beauty retailer opens in former Altrincham River Island unit
The new store has created 12 jobs and includes a brand new nail and brow bar
Sainsbury's announces huge change to products for Nectar card holders this bank holiday weekend
The special offer only runs for four days
Red Arrows issue update on Southport Airshow displays after 'poor weather'
Extreme weather is affecting planned events across the country
Amazon announces huge 10-day event where shoppers can get second-hand products including Apple, Playstation and LEGO
The sale will take place over 10 days in September
The free Greater Manchester museum where kids can learn to be spies perfect for a rainy day
One visitor described it as 'informative, entertaining and interesting'
The huge indoor playpark perfect for a rainy day in Salford
It has giant inflatables, trampolines, sensory corridors and interactive rooms
Manchester Village Pride Parade 2026 time, route and where to watch it
The Manchester Pride parade kicks off at 12pm this Saturday with thousands expected to line the streets of Manchester City Centre
'There’s a lot of positivity around Pride this year, there was a bit of a disconnect in the past'
What the first ever Manchester Village Pride means for those running bars and businesses in the Gay Village
M&S shoppers race to buy 'brilliant' £22 beauty storage solution for £2
Marks and Spencer's 'compact yet roomy' packing solution is available for £2.45 through a double discount
Look inside Bury Market’s much-anticipated new food hall
The hall is expected to boast 12 food and retail units, a central bar and a stage
New restaurant with huge 18-inch pizzas, £7 cocktails and seasonal produce lands in Ancoats
The founders of Honest Crust and Rainy Heart have created a new 'modern' pizza restaurant one One Port Street
Iconic city centre hotel Kimpton Clocktower workers to strike during Manchester Pride
The date coincides with the Manchester Pride parade on August 29
Tragedy as Knowsley Safari Park confirms death of 'much-loved' animal after 'sudden decline'
Sam the African lion has died, the team at Knowsley has sadly announced
Clever Argos deal stack slashes 'pretty' Lego flower bouquet set to £8 from £35
"I bought this for my niece. Not only did she enjoy assembling it, she now has it in a vase in her room."
Southport Airshow 2026: Dates, full lineup, tickets and how to get there
Incredible aviation displays will fill the skies above Southport this weekend
Debenhams shoppers can get 11 luxury beauty items worth £118 for £1.13 each
The Trending Beauty Edit features 11 items, seven of which are full-sized
Ainsley Harriott is in Stockport Morrisons and he's got some secrets for us
The Ready Steady Cook star and King of couscous surprised shoppers in Denton and Bredbury on Thursday, August 20
Clever Argos deal stack reduces 'colourful' Moana Heihei Lego set to £8 from £35
The colourful bird has become one of the Moana film's most beloved characters
I had Sunday roast at the 'best pub in the north west' - there's only one problem
Set in a picturesque village near Manchester, it looks like the picture postcard vision of the quintessential British pub. We headed for Sunday lunch at the newly-crowned best pub in the north west.
‘I went to one of North Wales’ most famous castles and questioned my life choices’
Exploring a castle is all fun and games until it dawns on you how high up you are, as the M.E.N's Liv Clarke found out
The Lazy Sunday Quiz: Test your general knowledge with these 10 questions - August 23, 2026
Can you get the answers right in our quiz?
The popular Didsbury cafe that almost closed after one year celebrates ten years in Manchester
From buying secondhand kit and facing investor collapse to viral hot honey and customer uproars, Caramello owner Sham Sadiq reflects on a decade of success in Didsbury.
The unique 'calendar' pub in Bolton that has just been shortlisted for national awards
For Pub of the Week, we're heading over to a rare gem of a venue
The masked Moss Side rapper who signed a record deal from his prison cell
Kenzo blagged management while on the run, used body doubles for music videos behind bars, and accumulated millions of streams. Now he reveals why he is ready to unmask and give back.
Oasis might be back in 2027, and here's how much hotels are charging to stay in Manchester
Amid Oasis 2027 tour rumours and 12 potential shows at The Etihad, The M.E.N. has looked at over 80 Manchester hotels and their room rates for June compared to May
Liam Gallagher issues sweary response to claims Oasis will headline Glastonbury 2027
The sharp-tongued star has had his say on the festival and Oasis' chances of headlining again
Three Dunelm, Next and Dusk loveseats similar to £3,295 Soho Home for thousands less
The loveseat is having a bit of a moment, bringing a cosy feel to living rooms, bedrooms and snug corners without taking up the same space as a full-sized sofa
'I escaped to a luxury five-star Lake District spa retreat 90 minutes from Manchester'
The Gilpin Hotel & Lake House in the Lake District has everything from a serene spa, to a newly launched Laurent-Perrier terrace and vibrant new menu at its acclaimed Pan-Asian restaurant
The Cheshire designer who's created looks for Hilary Duff and Shakira but never thought career in fashion was on the cards
'Honestly, who doesn't love a sparkling outfit full of texture and colour?'
Lego fans race to get £40 Christmas wreath centerpiece for £24 before it sells out
Once complete, it becomes an ornament that will bring joy every year
'It's focaccia babe' - Ancoats Deli blasts 'ridiculous' one-star review left on Google
'It's focaccia babe'
'Exquisite' £20 Dunelm autumn wreath shoppers can get for £4.65 this weekend
It can be secured outside on a front door or used inside as a centrepiece
Arndale Food Court welcomes new name as Lucky Gyros opens its doors
The independent street food concession will mark the occasion with 100 free gyros on Monday
'Pretty' Dusk bedding set slashed to £28 has vintage broderie detailing
"This Broderie duvet set is amazing quality at a fantastic price, what more could I ask for."
Debenhams shoppers race to get £17 Nivea complete pamper gift set for 26p
It contains six full-sized skincare products suitable for all skin types
Goodbye, Jimmy Cricket
The funeral of the much-loved TV star and adopted Greater Mancunian was held on Friday
The Salford nightlife venue that's out to fight the 'corporate' club scene
The young venue has expanded its licensed hours - now its planning on expanding Greater Manchester's music scene.
Five things to do in Greater Manchester this weekend as big food festivals take over
There are big celebrations of Thai, Italian and Indian food, as well as everything in-between
Take That to make 'big band announcements' as new album and live shows on the way
Gary Barlow has sent Take That fans into a frenzy as he teased that "big announcements" are on the way before the end of the year. Their new album is "imminent" and live gigs in Europe are on the table.
Friday night pub quiz: Test your general knowledge with these 20 questions - August 21, 2026
See how you fared in this week's leaderboard
Lego launches £20 Addams Family flower kit for Halloween - get it for £3
Once built, you can remove the dahlia flower to unlock the vase and reveal the classroom inside, which features removable desks, a stool and other storytelling accessories
'Charming' £18 Dunelm autumn wreath slashed to £2.69 in clever deal stack
The elegant wreath features cream pumpkins, pine cones and eucalyptus leaves beautifully arranged on a standard wire base
Boots shoppers race to buy £90 No7 and Liz Earle advent calendar slashed to £44
The luxury beauty advent calendar was a bestseller in 2025, and now Boots has released its 2026 version
Nine years after the Manchester Arena attack, Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine tour helped me heal
The last time I saw Ariana Grande on tour in Manchester, it ended in tragedy. Tonight, it ended beautifully.
The Range launches £1 cost of living back to school range for parents on budgets
Erasers, rulers, sharpeners - the list of stationery essentials is endless, but parents can cut costs with these affordable finds at The Range