The Beatles frequently performed in Manchester, with numerous tour dates in the city throughout the 60s. They performed at the Odeon Theatre On Oxford Street on May 30th 1963, this was their only performance at this particular venue.

With both ITV and the BBC residing in Manchester, there is no shortage of TV greats that were produced in the city. Here are some of the most popular TV shows that were made in Manchester. Coronation Street Coronation Street is synonymous with Manchester. Famed for...

Fagin's nightclub opened in 1970 on Oxford Street in Manchester. Many famous faces performed there in the 70s and 80s, including Cliff Richard and Lulu. Beneath Fagin's, lay its sister club Rafters. Known since the early 90s as The Music Box, this eclectic venue saw...

The Stone Roses are one of the most celebrated Manchester bands. Formed in 1983, the band went on to enjoy success throughout the late 80's and early 90's. Their most prominent line up consisted of Ian Brown on vocals, John Squire on guitar, bassist Gary 'Mani'...

Throughout the decades, there have been numerous films set in and around Manchester. Northern grit, working class struggles and family conflict are prevalent themes in many of these films which are memorable for their northern roots and Mancunian setting. Hobsons...

Maine Road was home to Manchester City Football Club from 1923 to 2003. Thousands of fans flocked to the Moss Side stadium over the years to see Manchester City play against their rival teams. From periods of triumph to difficult times in the late 90s, Manchester City...

The band M People were one of the most successful dance acts of the 90’s. M People (or Mike’s People) was formed in 1991 by resident Hacienda DJ Mike Pickering. Originally to feature multiple different singers, Pickering made Heather Small a permanent member of the...

Mancunian Film Corporation, situated on Dickenson Road in Rusholme, was the first British film studio to operate outside of London and the South East. The studio was famed for it’s low budget productions and northern comedies. Originally operating in London under...

In May 1982, the legendary Hacienda first opened its doors. A former yacht builder’s warehouse turned iconic music venue, the Hacienda defined the ‘Madchester’ era. Well known for it’s yellow and black stripes and industrial warehouse feel, the Hacienda interior was...