Annual report places culture at the heart of the city’s success
A new report outlines the importance of Manchester’s cultural offering as a key driver for economic growth – and the ongoing happiness and wellbeing of the city’s residents.
Events and tourism news
Chanel event brings £8m boost to the city
Initial analysis suggests that Chanel’s Métiers d'Art event in Manchester earlier this month generated a direct economic impact of around £8 million for the city.
Change of HOME for Manchester's Director of Culture
Manchester's ambitious new plan to ensure culture is at the heart of the city over the next decade will be overseen by Dave Moutrey OBE, currently Director and CEO of HOME.
The Velodrome at the National Cycling Centre reopened this weekend after £27 million of works to improve its facilities and green credentials – becoming the UK’s first all-electric Velodrome.
All areas of the National Cycling Centre have benefitted from the major investment from Manchester City Council, Sport England and Central Government.
Seas- the- day! Deansgate to be transformed into seaside as part of Manchester Day on Holiday celebrations
For one day (29 July), as part of the famous Manchester Day celebrations, Deansgate will be transformed into a dazzling seaside haven in less than a month.
Heaton Hall £5 million repair works completed and tours to begin in April
The latest phase of repairs to the magnificent Grade I Listed Heaton Hall, which is situated within Heaton Park, North Manchester, have been completed. Tours around the Hall will begin in April.