This one is not exactly the most hidden place in Manchester however, there are so many locals that have never been that I thought it’d be worth mentioning. The staff at the entrance will explain everything to you and will be more than happy to answer any questions. Make sure to go all the way to the reading room because that’s truly the hidden gem here! It’s stunning! One thing you may not know though, it’s that it’s also home to one of most hidden places in Manchester, the Godlee Observatory.

I’m a big movie guy and doesn’t everyone know it. Honestly, try me. I’ve seen everything at least twice. If you are into your movies but have some catching up to do, you can head over to the central library and watch anything you could possibly dream of in a cool little pod. You can watch some pretty rare stuff too like obscure sitcoms from the 1970s and loads of early camera footage of old-timey people pottering about. Such fun. 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. Former executive chef at Harvey Nichols, Simon Shaw founded El Gato Negro after being inspired by a trip to Catalonia and it’s possibly one of the best tapas restaurants you’ll find in the centre of Manchester. At El Gato Negro, guests can expect a combination of both modern and traditional Spanish flavours with dishes such as truffle salami, salt cod croquetas and braised ox cheek. The restaurant is a real social space, even including a roof terrace, which almost feels like you’ve been transported to the bustling city of Barcelona. Interestingly, Shaw also owns Canto too, a testament to how much he loves creating delicious tapas. El Gato Negro, 52 King St, Manchester, M2 4LY. 3. Wholesome Junkies Credit: Wholesome Junkies 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 ToursWant Nell’s pizza for less? Adding to the January food offers in Manchester, diners can take 50% off pizzas when you book at Nell’s, applicable to both their 14″ and 21″ pizzas only. The offer can be enjoyed Sunday to Thursday, so long as you’ve pre-booked. Nell’s, Kampus, 20 Minshull St, M1 3EF. 17. Evelyn’s Credit: Evelyn’s So, this Manchester hidden gem is about this specific album and you can find it at New Islington Marina. Not to be confused with Eagle Bar in the village, the Eagle Inn on Collier Street, is a proper boozer with a great atmosphere, friendly smiles and a ton of booze. Owned by the same folk who run Gulliver’s and the Castle on Oldham Street, the Eagle has a wide range of live music on their books too. It’s proper in the middle of nowhere this one but once you’ve found it and you’re in – there’s not many reasons to leave.

Adding to the drinks offers in Manchester this January is Evuna on Deansgate. Not only is the restaurant offering an authentic taste of Spanish cuisine but it is also offering 50% off all full bottles of wine. Whether you’re having a post-Christmas catch up or want a sip of quality wine alongside traditional tapas, this a deal for you. Simply quote ‘NODRYJANUARY’ when booking online to receive this offer across Evuna’s offering of boutique organic Spanish wines. Evuna, 277-279 Deansgate, M3 4EW. 31. Australasia Credit: Australasia Though it has no connection to Harry Potter, it looks like Hogwarts and that’s why a lot of people want to visit. John Rylands library is by far the most beautiful library, if not the most beautiful landmark, in Manchester. Not only can you dine at Northcote but you also enjoy an overnight stay and cookery class too at the beautifully-refurbished Victorian house on the edge of the picturesque Ribble Valley. Known for its culinary festival Obsession where an impressive line-up of talented chefs each take guests on a culinary experience, the food of Northcote’s Lisa Goodwin-Allen is an absolute must to try. The tasting menu at Northcote features sophisticated cooking, beautiful presentation and incredible flavours with seasonal produce as stars of the dishes, all of which is accompanied by an outstanding wine list.

15. Dokes Pizzeria

The second-oldest library in the city after Chetham’s, you’ll find The Portico hidden away above The Bank pub on Mosley Street. Expanding new concept Dokes Pizzeria – which has so far only been available at the Society food hall – the owners of Ancoats restaurant Elnecot introduced their ‘Anglo-Saxon’ pizzas to Prestwich last summer. You can expect nods to the Old English with their Beowulf pizza topped with pepperoni, ‘nduja, chilli, burrata and pesto; and Roll Right topped with smoked bacon, white onion, Rollright cheese, crème fraîche and new potato (trust us, it works). Dokes in Prestwich is the perfect all-day dining destination – not only serving proper stone-baked pizza topped with the finest British produce (think Welsh chorizo, cured pig’s cheek and English cheeses), but an array of brunch and lunch dishes, too. Expect pasta from Yorkshire, seasonal salads and more – all showcasing the best of British and changing with the seasons. Dokes, 449A Bury New Road, Prestwich, M25 1AF. 16. The Spärrows Credit: The Sparrows Drive from central Manchester: 53 minutes Green Michelin star restaurants Where The Light Gets In Credit: Where The Light Gets In Getting on board with the food and drink offers in Manchester, Ramsbottom’s favourite cheese and wine bar is getting involved this January. The Mouse Trap are doing 50% off all sharing platters on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays as well as 50% off their gooey fondue on Sundays right through January. The sale begins on January 12 and bookings are essential and walk-ins are not eligible due to demand. The Mouse Trap, 47 Bolton St, Ramsbottom, Bury, BL0 9HU. 36. Inventery Credit: Inventery

While Vimto has not stopped anyone from drinking alcohol, it became a very popular drink in Manchester. This month, you’ll be able to hear the music of Ed Sheeran in a new way: performed by a string quartet at a Candlelight concert. On November 24, Manchester Cathedral will be transformed into an even more intimate venue, illuminated by hundreds of glowing candles, surrounding the live performers. You can expect to hear hits from the early days, like The A Team, all the way through to more recent songs, like Bad Habits. 7. Head out on an after-dark illuminated trail at Dunham Massey Credit: Dunham Massey 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 TeaOn 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 One thing that’ll have you shaking in your boots this Halloween is a silent disco known as The Silence of the Baths at one of the most historical buildings in Manchester, Victoria Baths. For the first time ever, Victoria Baths will bring you all the thrills of Halloween with a spooktacular silent disco, ‘The Silence of the Baths’, setting your heart racing and sending tingles running down your spine with a takeover by legendary Girls on Film plus special guests THT GRL (Not Bad For A Girl) and DJ MX WORLD. 10. Stop a ghostly menace on the Haunted Manchester tour There’s a reason that the Northern Quarter has become a Hollywood favourite, and that’s its old-worldly resemblance to New York City. Think old fashioned fire escapes, street art aplenty, and tons of grand art deco era architecture. It might be a popular area of the city, but next stroll you’re strolling around, be sure to take in some of the impressive buildings. 3. The Chinese Garden at RHS Bridgewater Credit: RHS / Mark Waugh Drive from central Manchester: 50 minutes Two Michelin star restaurants Moor Hall, Aughton Credit: Moor Hall From there, if you look under the bridge, you will see that the sentence ‘Cast No Shadow’ is written.