Salford Quays has gone in and out of favour as the development of the area, including Media City UK, continues to grow and flourish. When the BBC decided to relocate to Salford, there was a large influx of residents moving to the area and it...
Choosing whether to buy or rent a property can be a difficult as there are many factors influencing your decision. From monthly repayment costs to location and standard of living – you have a lot to keep in mind when you choose how you want...
Manchester Jazz Festival is returning for yet another year of fantastic performances across the city. Fast becoming one of Manchester’s most loved music events, Manchester Jazz Festival started in 1996 and has been growing in popularity and strength ever since. Running from 22 to 31 July,...
In the 1980s, the Waterfront Quays development offered exciting new opportunities to the Salford Quays area, bringing commercial ventures into a low socio-economic area. However, times have changed and these buildings no longer offer the same benefits to business and there has been a move...
With the EU referendum over, the UK is now facing many changes to legislation that will ultimately affect the property market. Future and current homeowners and renters hold many questions about the fall of the economy, the rise in housing prices and how the Brexit...
Five important things to remember when renting an apartment Are you planning on moving to Manchester and are looking for an apartment to rent? Or perhaps your landlord has recently increased your monthly payments and you’re looking for a new place to live. Whatever your reason...
In the 1900s, the River Roch, which ran through the middle of Rochdale town centre, was covered up in order to allow for the extension of the tram line. Since then, the river has remained unseen until a £4.9million project to bring the river back...
Property developers Beech Holdings have transformed four floors of building above Pret A Manger on Cross Street into 27 eco-friendly apartments. The studio, one and two bedroom starter homes have now all been fully let – and it isn’t surprising considering the fantastic central location,...
Manchester has a fantastic history as a city of handmade craftsmanship and this continues to be seen through the many art and craft markets and stores appearing around the city. There is growing interest in supporting local makers and buying locally produced goods and there...
Since 2010, Manchester Day has become an annual celebration of all things Mancunian, bringing together local communities in a day of fun and festivities. This Sunday, 19 June, will see one of the largest Manchester Day celebrations, directed by local creative team, Walk the Plank. This...