Birch, Hertfordshire
Though the centre of London is awash with members’ clubs, the outskirts of the capital were somewhat lacking in the same type of experience. That is until Birch, a hybrid hotel, restaurant, creative-workshop venue, coworking space and just about anything else you can think of, made its debut.
It’s the kind of place where a day begins with a spin class, continues with a flower-arranging course, meanders into a pottery-making class and draws to an end with a sundowner beside an open fire-pit before heading into a wood-panelled dining room for inventive dishes. In short, the world, or at least the one created for you by Birch, is your oyster.
Address: Birch, Lieutenant Ellis Way, Cheshunt, Goff’s Oak, Waltham Cross EN7 5HW
Telephone: +44 1992 633 375
Website: birchcommunity.com
Price: Doubles from: £110; membership from £100 a month with a £150 joining fee
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YORKSHIRE
Thackray Museum of Medicine, Leeds
Housed in one of the most impressive Victorian buildings in Leeds, the Thackray Museum of Medicine (TMOM) is the only one of its kind in the north of England. Visitors can explore medical history through innovative exhibitions, social events, talks and refreshingly fun workshops. Though the museum itself opened in 1997, its latest exhibition, The Unfurlings: Banners for Hope and Change, is brand new, and a project that aims to campaign for a better understanding and representation of people living with dementia. The display showcases 16 large banners made by people with dementia and their carers, drawing on the tradition of political banners highlighting inequalities.
Address: Thackray Museum of Medicine, 141 Beckett Street, Harehills, Leeds LS9 7LN
Telephone: +44 113 244 4343
Website: thackraymuseum.co.uk
Dates: Until Tuesday 30 November 2021
Price: £11.95
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MANCHESTER
DogHouse Manchester Hotel
Craft-beer connoisseurs rejoice, for a beer hotel from BrewDog is now up and running in Manchester, with beer fridges in the shower and pints on tap in every room. This quirky, to-the-point 18-bedroom property is the latest project from the Scottish beer giants and encapsulates the brand’s artsy attitude, both inside and out. Expect bold red murals, a lively outdoor terrace and a location on the corner of buzzing Fountain Street that serves up major Brooklyn vibes. It should be noted that you don’t have to be a beer fan to stay here, but it certainly helps.
Address: DogHouse Manchester Hotel, 18-20 Fountain Street, Manchester M2 2AR
Telephone: +44 161 467 1003
Website: brewdog.com
Price: Doubles from £150
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Manchester Jewish Museum
Jewish people were first recorded in Manchester in 1798 and, though their community was small, they became a vital part of the city, setting up businesses and a place of worship. Now, following a £6 million redevelopment, the Manchester Jewish Museum leads visitors through the rich tapestry of Jewish history in the area, with a packed programme of events for those who would like to immerse themselves in the culture. The focal point is the restored synagogue, built in 1874, with a temporary installation by Turner Prize-winning artist Laure Prouvost as part of the Manchester International Festival 2021.
Address: Manchester Jewish Museum, 190 Cheetham Hill Road, Cheetham Hill, Manchester M8 8LW
Telephone: +44 161 834 9879
Website: manchesterjewishmuseum.com
Price: From £5
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