David Marsland reviews Manchester 235, near Deansgate, to sample some of their cocktail delights in the setting of their Fusion Bar

Salford’s Working Class Movement Library is battling to cope with funding cuts.

A Manchester heritage site has opened its doors free of charge for members of the public, as part of National Heritage Open Days scheme.

Manchester’s Christmas Markets are open – and council officials aim to keep them polystyrene-free zones for the first time in their 11 year history.