Thom Bamford

3 weeks ago | ilovemanchester.com | Thom Bamford

A new exhibition is coming to the Smolensky Gallery, delving into the life and times of the legendary Tony Wilson Written by Thom Bamford Last updated 17 seconds ago City of Manchester, Music Share Tweet Share Chat It’s near impossible to have a conversation about the history of Manchester’s music culture without one man and his impact on the city coming into the conversation, legendary broadcaster and co-founder of Factory Records, Tony Wilson. Joy Division, Happy Mondays, New Order and the...

3 weeks ago | ilovemanchester.com | Thom Bamford

Better Minds Boxing is a judgment-free space to box through struggles, find support, and connect through meaningful conversation Written by Thom Bamford Last updated 10 seconds ago Boxing, Community Share Tweet Share Chat On a quiet Sunday evening in Stockport, the fourth floor of Welkin Mill rings with the rhythm of boxing gloves hitting pads, the sound of laughter between mates, and an occasional clinking of tea mugs. A happy and healthy scene of men staying fit, while sharing how they are...

3 weeks ago | ilovemanchester.com | Thom Bamford

Hattersley Health Champions are a shining example of what a community can achieve when they've got each other's backs Written by Thom Bamford Last updated 17 seconds ago Community, Tameside Share Tweet Share Chat From gentle Tai Chi sessions to Christmas parties with free hot dinners, the Hattersley Health Champions have been transforming lives for the better, so much so that now even the King has taken notice. Hattersley might not make headlines often, but thanks to a dedicated group of...

3 weeks ago | ilovemanchester.com | Thom Bamford

Kiwi comedy icon Rhys Darby returns to the UK stage with The Legend Returns: a wildly physical, hilariously human stand-up show that’s part improv, part theatre, and 100% Darby.

3 weeks ago | ilovemanchester.com | Thom Bamford

Kiwi comedy icon Rhys Darby returns to the UK stage with The Legend Returns: a wildly physical, hilariously human stand-up show that’s part improv, part theatre, and 100% Darby.