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Things to do this summer in Leeds and Yorkshire
From open air cinema in Millennium Square and outdoor concerts at Castle Howard and Clarence Park to a chance to dance with Leeds West Indian Carnival and The Garden Party, there's a lot to see and do in Leeds and Yorkshire this summer. Read more »| 25 Jul 2016 -
Art
UK's first graphene exhibition opens in Manchester
A new exhibition telling the story of graphene, an extraordinary substance discovered at the University of Manchester in 2004, has opened at Manchester's Museum of Science and Industry (MSI). Read more »| 22 Jul 2016 -
Latest News
Brexit: What now for the North?
The North receives more EU funding towards its voluntary sector than the UK average. What will Brexit mean for charities and other social inclusion organisat... Read more »| 22 Jul 2016 -
Festivals
Chilcot Report reading set for Edinburgh Fringe
The Chilcot Report into the Iraq War will be read in its entirety by a host of comedians, performers, politicians, authors and members of the public at this ... Read more »| 21 Jul 2016 -
Things To Do
What's On North 21-28 Jul: Bluedot
Festival season's coming up trumps this week, churning out the brand new bluedot, LIMF, Tramlines, Manchester Jazz Festival, a celebration of Star Trek's 50th birthday and, believe it or not, more. It's also National Tequila Day, so let's drink to that. Read more »| 21 Jul 2016 -
Things To Do
What's On Scotland 21-28 Jul: National Tequila Day
Has anyone seen July? Where did July go? Ah well – no need to dwell. Go refresh your sartorial smarts at Edinburgh Fashion fest, dance your heart out to Hans Bouffmyhre at La Cheetah and salt / liquor / lime yourself in honour of National Tequila Day... Read more »| 21 Jul 2016
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Festivals
Le Guess Who? announces guest-curated programme
The likes of Tortoise, BEAK>, Laurel Halo and Tim Hecker lead a colossal artist-picked bill for the tenth edition of the esteemed Dutch festival Offering... Read more »| 20 Jul 2016 -
Music
Live music in Liverpool this week: 20-26 July
This week's Liverpool gig guide, featuring big shows at The Magnet and District and the return of Liverpool International Music Festival. Read more »| 20 Jul 2016 -
Music
Warehouse Project 2016 line-up revealed
The line-up for this year's Warehouse Project series of gigs and club nights in Manchester has been announced. Warehouse Project 2016 kicks off its 15... Read more »| 20 Jul 2016 -
Music
Leeds DIY scene newsletter: July 2016
From indiepop supergroups to riot-themed events with ex-members of The KLF, we cast our eager eyes across Leeds' DIY scene to find out what's new Read more »| 18 Jul 2016 -
Things To Do
Women in Print: Manchester art exhibition preview
Find out more about some of Manchester's iconic women including Emmeline Pankhurst and Victoria Wood, whose achievements are brought to life by some equally compelling creatives in this group exhibition at Rudy's Pizza. Read more »| 18 Jul 2016 -
Festivals
bluedot 2016: Five acts to watch
Underworld? Caribou? Jean-Michel Jarre? Bluedot's got it made when it comes to headliners, but if you're wondering where else you should point your attention, let us be your guide Read more »| 15 Jul 2016 -
Music
The Wedding Present – Sprague: Track Premiere
Listen to a brand new track from The Wedding present's forthcoming album Going, Going… Leeds-based indie pioneers The Wedding Present return with the... Read more »| 14 Jul 2016 -
Music
Honeyblood to return with Babes Never Die
Edinburgh-raised grunge pop duo Honeyblood have announced their second album Babes Never Die, due for release via FatCat on 4 November. Today they... Read more »| 14 Jul 2016 -
Things To Do
What's On North 14-21 Jul: Brazilica Festival
This week we're celebrating creative women with the Women in Print exhibition, the diversity of Arab culture at Liverpool Arab Arts Festival and the region's rising names at Shiny New Festival at The Lantern, along with a big ol' party at Brazilica Fest. Read more »| 14 Jul 2016