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John Rylands library is by far the most beautiful library, if not the most beautiful landmark, in Manchester.

Mean-Eyed Cat has given the classic Old Fashioned a spooky makeover, featuring pumpkin spiced syrup, orange zest and pumpkin chocolate. Downstairs in a hidden Caribbean paradise, Tiki Hideaway is serving up a twist on the traditional Pina Colada, with winter spices and pumpkin purée to get you into the Halloween spirit. 28. Celebrate Halloween with your pooch at this spooky pawty at Freight Island Credit: Supplied The first pineapples that came to Europe actually arrived in Liverpool (which is why you can see a lot of pineapples in Liverpool as well).

24. Brew your own magical potions at this masterclass at Bird & Blend Tea

Situated in a former bank building in Didsbury, Hispi provides intimate dining, with each dish as beautifully presented as the next. The restaurant serves posh bistro dishes that are full of flavour, even offering up a sirloin of beef Sunday roast sharer. Think crispy pig’s head croquettes, pan-fried fish, and stuffed pork belly. there are a considerable amount of Sunday lunch choices, which can also be followed by an unreal crumble for the ultimate comfort food experience. Hispi, 1C School Ln, Didsbury, M20 6RD. 14. Colleen’s Credit: Colleen’s Stunning beer garden hidden among reservoirs, ruins and woodland just outside of Greater Manchester

The all-new VR karting attraction in Manchester, Chaos Karts, will be welcoming all the ghouls and boys for an exhilarating spine-tingling experience this Halloween for a thriller-ing night out. Gather the squad and prepare for a hair-raising race through the dark and immersive realm of augmented reality. With each race varying in design, complete with pumping music, fully interactive karts, and usable power-ups, players can battle right up to the finish line at this unique state-of-the-art experience. 24. Brew your own magical potions at this masterclass at Bird & Blend Tea Credit: Supplied/Bird & Blend Tea

Prepare for a night of terrifying harmonies as Printworks Manchester goes all out for its latest lip-sync event with a Halloween special this October. Taking place on October 27 at Printworks iconic nightclub, Cargo, the Halloween Lip Sync is taking over The Vault from 7pm – 10.30pm. Right in the middle, you can find the boating lake of Heaton Park and this is such a great spot in summer.

It was founded by Enriqueta Rylands in memory of her husband John Rylands who was Manchester’s first multi-millionaire. The first day of the month is officially World Vegan Day. As if you needed a reason to visit one of the many spots around Manchester that serve tasty vegan grub? Whether you’re someone looking to dip your toe in the world of vegan food for the first time or are a long-time vegan who is constantly on the hunt for new haunts serving delicious plant-based dishes, you are sure to find a favourite among these vegan eateries in Manchester. 11. Explore over 250 craft gins and spirits at this festival at Victoria Baths Credit: Jez Timms, Unsplash

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But Manchester’s rich history and sprawling expanse mean there’s always something new to discover, no matter how long you’ve lived here. Drive from central Manchester: 30 minutes (or 19 minutes on the train) One Michelin star restaurants Northcote, Langho Credit: Northcote Vimto was made with a combination of herbal products and fruit but still to this day, the recipe is secret. University of Bolton Stadium, Burnden Way, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 6JW. 9. Pay a visit to Fred Dibnah’s house Credit: Fred Dibnah Foundation

The staff at the entrance will explain everything to you and will be more than happy to answer any questions. Manchester was recently named one of the best cities in the UK for street art and they’re not wrong as it boasts some mesmerising murals and awesome artwork that cannot go unmissed. Join these street art walking tours through the Northern Quarter where you’ll be able to get up close and personal with some of the finest street art in Manchester, both old and new. The tours venture in Ancoats over the invisible wall known as Great Ancoats Street and investigate how art and architects worked together to create a cohesive space for living in. 9. Manchester City Stadium Tour Photo: Mark McNeill, Unsplash Drive from central Manchester: 50 minutes Two Michelin star restaurants Moor Hall, Aughton Credit: Moor Hall Like every city, Manchester has issues with littering so these ashtrays were installed to push people to use them instead of throwing their cigarette ends on the ground.Big fan of the Blues? Enjoy one of the most immersive tour experiences in the Premier League with a guided look around The Etihad Stadium. Learn all about the story of Manchester City in a 360° theatre and enjoy an audio-visual perspective of the players’ matchday dressing-room preparations. Take the fabled tunnel walk onto the pitch and be sure to get photos in the dugouts. There’s even a unique opportunity to field questions to a virtual manager in the press room, so have your notepad and pen ready! Plus, this tour offers audio guides in a number of languages. Book a tour of the Etihad Stadium here. 10. Bridgewater Canal Guided Tours Newsham Park Hospital in Liverpool could easily be mistaken for an old hotel left to ruin – its windows boarded up, perimeters overgrown. This Halloween, the haunted building less than an hour’s drive from Manchester will host a spooktacular in the form of Newsham Scream Park, a series of blood-curdling spooky attractions to get you in the gruesome spirit. Each experience will wind through the dark bowels of the building, filled with deepening dread and moments of sheer blood-curdling panic, as guests follow each nightmarish path through Newsham Scream Park. 6. Watch a creepy cabaret performance at the King’s Arms Credit: Supplied On a fateful (and fictional) day in Manchester a student named Loky met his watery end when he drowned in the icy depths of the canal. The act was not an isolated incident or unfortunate accident but the malicious work of a serial killer who roamed the banks of the canal, his name: The Pusher. On this Haunted Manchester tour you’ll explore the darker side of the city, solving clues and uncovering stories about the trapped spirits who fell victim to this murderer. Keep your wits about you: everything might not be as it seems… 11. Celebrate Halloween with a spine-chilling schedule of events at GRUB Credit: Cultplex It’s also worth noting that it was designed in a Greek revival architecture which makes it rather majestic. You’ll want to take loads of photos. 3.New Islington Marina ‘Cast No Shadow’ lyrics Drive from central Manchester: 53 minutes Green Michelin star restaurants Where The Light Gets In Credit: Where The Light Gets In