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“Varied collection of significant works I most of all enjoyed the special exhibitions There were related gifts and books in the shop had I wanted to explore the themes more The volunteer guide who gives a tour ever...”
“... a fan and takes some convincing... So, she was pleasantly surprised and thoroughly enjoyed a meander around... a lovely building, with a nice flow from room to room.. Nice blend of historical and near modern.”
“There is a wide range of niche shops within afflecks including Work from local artists and designers ... crystals and holistic products... clothing both vintage and new and just a great range of little curios Well...”
“We love shopping experiences which are different, so Afflecks is a popular choice for us, we love the rabbit warren of individual shops and stalls which sell so many different and interesting things, great for vin...”
“... in a very new build quarter of Manchester well worth a visit and within walking distance of the city centre .lots of film and theatre as well as a nice art gallery, had to que for at least one hour to get in a...”
“Beautiful building, impressive programme of films and a gift shop to rival that of The Baltic.”
“Fascinating and thoughtful exhibits, friendly and helpful staff (only too happy to help me find the 'Death Doll' in the current A-Z exhibition...it is easily missed!) and a very nice cafe and shop offer too.”
“This museum cannot be faulted fab exhibits Lovely shop and cafe with an extensive menu and very quick service in a really pleasant setting overlooking peel park I have one tiny personal moan which is soya lattes a...”
“Excellent place for families as has a mixture of shops for children (Disney and Lego shop - with a fun for all, great value make-your-own lego man area!) Teenagers (Hollister, Apple, Victoria Secret, Top Shop etc)...”
“We went in arndale centre shopping wow big walk n path we breath wow great shopping I love it look around interested my friend was live in Manchester long ago my friend take me in wow great shopping busy people he...”
“A visit to the Whitworth art gallery was a great surprise it’s a wonderful laid out art gallery with lots of historic art pieces and a contemporary arts gallery shop with lots of modern space at the rear to hold t...”
“Includes exhibitions of very modern pieces - always worth a visit in pleasant open galleries and curating is very informative”
“... works on Saturday 18th August prior to a Concert Something for everyone from Walkabout Bar to Hard Rock Cafe great service in all the Bars we visited, great location in the City Centre cant wait to visit again”
“We went to the imax cinema, and for dinner after, theres a good selection of restaurants and bars.”
“Everything from the ceremony room, the lighting and music, the amazing Compass room with panoramic views across Salford Quays and Media City, the stunning restaurant quality of the food, the service team and bar s...”
“The Lowry is split into the Lyric Theatre (large touring production space), the Quays Theatre (much smaller intimate theatre space), Lowry exhibition, restaurant, bars, coffee shop and gallery space.”
“Extremely beautiful Victorian small mall Hidden gem Few food shops and quirky shops Worth a visit for Architecture”
“This wonderful Victorian shopping arcade runs between St Peter's Square and Deansgate and is a fabulous building, well worth the effort to check it out.”
“This outstanding Park is also great for Dog walkers (please clean up after your Furry friends) There’s a huge park suitable for all ages with a large Slide, swings, roundabout roped climbing tree, baby area with s...”
“Indoor outdoor food options great music and extremely stylish venue eat drink and shop in a shipping container development Nice artwork and some great exhibitions and fancy drinks”
“A little 'village' of retail units, small independent shops, loads of street food type eateries, bars and an onsite DJ.”
“Lovely shop filled with everything from old comics, records and figurines to costumes and various other unique items!”
“Great little shop arrived on Thursday exploring the area and came upon the shop Some great little gems didn’t spend to long as not really the Mrs sort of place The guy was really nice behind the counter been there...”
“I have just been treated to two wonderful beautiful pairs of shoes soooo lucky The staff were lovely esp the gentlemen who served up he was funny witty and charming made me feel special I can’t wait to shop again”
“Dawn is bright, bubbly and enthusiastic about her products and she makes shopping for a new perfume a thoroughly enjoyable experience.”