I always feel lucky to live less than a twenty minute train ride away from Manchester. It’s such a vibrant resilient city showing the true character of the people after the Manchester Arena terrorist attack.
During the last few weeks I have been mooching about town discovering some lesser known facts about the city, checking out exhibitions, (The legendary Frank Sidebottom collection in Central Library is a must if you were a fan of this comic genius.), catching some live music and trying out new places to eat and drink. I also revisited Corbieres, which in my younger days was always a great place to select tracks off it’s iconic jukebox, after going shopping in the Corn Exchange…..sadly the Corn Exchange no longer exists in its old form, and the jukebox is now CDs not vinyl, but the bar is still cool.
Finally, as it was recently Easter I have to share a photograph of my Easter Egg, which was kindly given to me from one my best mates, Bev. She is an amazing friend and has been so since infant school. The only problem is she has a fantastic memory and can remember all the embarrassing things I did……anyway happy belated Easter and make the most of wherever you live.
This Datum sign marks the old centre of Manchester. It is on the side wall St. Anne’s Church in St. Anne’s Square
The recently added Emmeline Pankhurst statue. who was from Manchester and a significant member of the Suffragettes Movement
This is brilliant, it includes his amusing job applications, City Kippax I.D. etc
“Thank you very very much ”
The mighty Dreadzone. I have seen these many times and they are always excellent
Love The Band On The Wall one of my favourite venues
Rudy’s – A lively atmosphere, gorgeous Neapolitan pizza and cool decor
Yes please
What would we do without friends? ……look after them and enjoy their company
Closer 