Father’s Day is just around the corner, and if you’re anything like me, you’re probably sick of buying that same old bottle of whisky that you give him every year. So, we’ve gone shopping around the city to pick out here our top ten gifts from Manchester brands, perfect for any father figure in your life.
A Stan Chow Print
Undoubtably one of the world’s most recognisable illustrators, Stan Chow’s work has adorned covers of the world’s most prestigious publicatoins such as the New York Times to GQ thanks to his unique treatment for global superstars. There’s something for everyone including a Cantona for red fans or Foden for the blues.
American Pies
Why not treat them for a meal out. All American Pies, on Mosley street, is a laid back pizzeria serving the best deep dish pizzas you’ve ever seen. A must visit Manchester staple in our opinion.
Manchester Craft beer Festival
A day sesh with Dad! A ticket to Manchester Craft Beer Festival taking place between 5-6 July is the perfect day out for the dad who enjoys a nice cold pint. With standard entry starting from £45, and all the beer you can drink included, why wouldn’t you? Book tickets here: https://manchestercraftbeerfestival.com
Private White Tee
For the go big gifter, check out Private White, a brand whose garments are handmade in their Manchester factory. With a 25% sale now on, why not treat dad to a top quality cotton tee, currently up for grabs at £50. After all, Manchester is the home of cotton.
Manchester Union Lager
Crafted at their own brewery in Ardwick, Manchester Union lager has taken the city by storm over the last couple of years, and we’re big fans! Best part? You can get 12 of their finest cans for just £30 delivered.
Witch Kings Rum
Why not treat him to a bottle of Manchester’s finest rum. Packed full of flavour there’s a host of infused bottles too including coffee to chili so there’s sure to be a blend wild enough to win dad over.
Northern Quarter Cheese Tour
A homage to fromage, tickets to the Northern Quarter cheese tour are the perfect gift for any cheese lover. The two-hour tour consists of tastings, both of cheese and wine, which wouldn’t be complete without their “cheese whiz quiz”. This unique event takes place most Saturday’s and costs just £35 a head. Tickets are available here: https://feverup.com/m/90667
Chaos Karts
Down the road from us you’ll find Manchester’s unforgettable go karting experience, with multiple virtual tracks and obstacles, you’ll feel as if you’re playing Mario Karts in real life! They even offer gift vouchers if committing to a date isn’t doable for you or dad. Check them out here: https://www.chaoskarts.com/tickets/
Sixes Cricket
Just the ‘wicket’! Sixes cricket is an immersive cricket experience located at Manchester’s Corn Exchange. Their ‘Social Cricket’ allows players to bat head-to-head and remember just because it’s his day doesn’t mean you have to go easy on him. Book tickets here at just £15.50 per person: https://sixescricket.com/social-cricket
Stockport County
Yep, just five minutes by train from Manchester Piccadilly, you’ll find one of the most exciting emerging football stories. Stockport County are a club on a charge having secured three promotions over the last five seasons and now finding their way back into League One. If your Dad has been watching Wrexham’s Disney documentary with Ryan Reynolds, he’ll know, the Stockport County story and will have seen how they’ve battled it out as their main title contender, and so far, always coming out on top. It doesn’t matter if he’s a red or a blue, watching the hatters at Edgeley Park is packed with atmosphere and emotion, and the Food Court is the perfect place for a pint and some footy scran pre-match. Tickets are around £25 so it’s a great value day out for you and Dad too.