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We visited one of the UK's most magnificent waterfalls and our stay was just as special

We visited one of the UK's most magnificent waterfalls and our stay was just as special

You'd usually find us heading towards Wales or the Lake District for a weekend away, so we didn't really know what to expect from a trip...

02.08.2025 10

Manchester Evening News

Emma Gill

We stayed at the 'gorgeous' spa retreat 'unlike any other' and can see why it's lavished with five star reviews

A day at a spa is enough excitement for most people, me included, so you can only imagine my excitement heading off for a spa retreat. With exams...

12.07.2025 4

Manchester Evening News

Emma Gill

Matalan has launched a massive up to 50% off sale and my £12.50 buy is turning heads

Matalan is well known for its bargain buys but right now shoppers can make even more savings. The retailer has launched a massive sale with up to...

12.07.2025 1

Manchester Evening News

Emma Gill

I visited Bolton's highest rated garden centre and filled my trolley with bargain plants from £3.50

I never thought I'd be excited about visiting a garden centre, but that's what age does for you, and with a garden needing a splash of...

06.07.2025 20

Manchester Evening News

Emma Gill

Labour under-promised and then under-delivered

Under-promise and over-deliver. That was Labour's mantra at the last general election. In power, though, things are different. People are...

06.07.2025 7

Manchester Evening News

Joseph Timan

'I'm a dog lover but I get why they're being excluded'

Let me start by saying I'm a dog lover. Getting our dog Poppy as a child is one of my happiest memories and our Labrador Milo is as much part...

05.07.2025 6

Manchester Evening News

Emma Gill