Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen—where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

In this weekly yoga club we'll be exploring all elements of Yoga from the physical practice & breath to meditation, philosophy & beyond.

All levels of experience are welcome.

Bring a mat & wear something comfy. Every week at Altogether Otherwise.

Hosted by Tam - @tamara.gwen

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen. Where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Artist residents of Altogetherotherwise NOTS and Coyle want to celebrate the launch of their newest collections by hosting their first life drawing class ‘Pencil me in’.

We’ll be kicking off the happenings this month in Harmony Plaza with a singing and dancing themed drawing class showcasing NOTS and Coyle’s newest pieces.There's no need to have experience, this will be a fun and relaxed class that anyone can take part in.Drawing materials and paper are provided by us.

Join us before or after to buy or try from our collections in our pop-up dressing room (tickets are not needed for this).That's not all though - expect music, food and drinks throughout the day, so if drawing isn’t your thing, there’s still plenty of happenings happening.

£10 ticket for the life drawing class (drink included).

Free to come along to the pop up shop.

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@nots___

@coyle.studio


Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen -where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Come along every Tuesday evening to potter around in our community garden.

Anything gardening related - you name it, we probably do it.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen. Where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen—where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Even a small pond can be home to an interesting range of wildlife, including damsel and dragonflies, frogs and newts.

In this hands-on workshop with Lancashire Wildlife Trust we’ll be taking the plunge and learning how to make, plant and maintain a mini pond for wildlife and beauty in your garden or balcony.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen. Where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen—where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

In this weekly yoga club we'll be exploring all elements of Yoga from the physical practice & breath to meditation, philosophy & beyond.

All levels of experience are welcome.

Bring a mat & wear something comfy. Every week at Altogether Otherwise.

Hosted by Tam - @tamara.gwen

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen. Where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Violin and Cello duo, Hafren, come to Altogether Otherwise with musical friends for or an eclectic evening of folk and folk-adjacent classical music. Mabon Jones (violin) and Daniel Springate (cello) will be joined by Alice Roberts (harp), Raddon Stephenson (accordion) and Ben Johnson (drums) as they journey through the realms of classical, folk and popular music. You’ll hear classical works by the likes of Zoltan Kodaly and Sally Beamish, arrangements of folk music from across the British Isles, as well as original Hafren compositions from this unique 5-piece ensemble. Come and hear what it’s all about, and be like Hafren - bring your friends…

Doors - 7pm

Concert start time - 7:30pm

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen—where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen. Where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Eden Project Presents...

You are invited to a Big Lunch gathering, for a few hours of friendship, food and fun, bringing together community minded people, groups, organisations and partners to make connections and enjoy time together over some great food.

Date & Time: Tuesday 13th May, 10am – 2pm
Location: Altogether Otherwise, 6-10 Hanover St, Manchester M4 4BB

Altogether Otherwise is a fantastic community Hobby House space in the centre of Manchester, we are delighted that we have found them to host us – we are sure that you will love them too! With their help, we have got some fun and creative activities lined up for us to try out together on the day, including bunting making ready to dress the room for our Big Lunch, and zine making to be able to tell everyone about it afterwards!

The tasty food for our Big Lunch will be crafted by Bounceback Food, who through an enormous range of nation-wide initiatives including community kitchens, market stalls, supper clubs and foodbank deliveries, are on a mission to fight food poverty. As a real treat, we will be getting hands on in the kitchen too, alongside the chef, to create a small selection of side and sweet dishes to add to our shared table!

In the spirit of The Big Lunch, we are also inviting guests to bring a small side item of food to add to the table if they wish.  This could be anything from a bag of crisps, a piece of fruit or your favourite homemade traybake if you have a sweet tooth.  There is no pressure to bring anything at all and there will be plenty of food for everyone.

We will have a photographer with us on the day and will be sharing news of the event with local and national media, with the potential for media to join us to help encourage even more people to join in with The Big Lunch.

Come along every Tuesday evening to potter around in our community garden.

Anything gardening related - you name it, we probably do it.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen. Where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Together We Rise is a creative collaboration visually bringing the story of James Sadler to life, 10-years since Sadler’s Yard was named by public vote.

Harmony Plaza has teamed up with illustrator, Beth Travers of BOBO1325 – a Partner at architectural & design destination Material Source Studio based at Harmony Plaza – to artistically chart the life of pastry chef-turned-balloonist Sadler.

In the first of a series of free events, join local writer Hayley Flynn on Tuesday 14 May at 12pm for a specially curated walking tour.

Hayley brings her placemaking and critical-thinking specialism to the tour, revealing the lesser known stories of the wider Harmony Plaza neighbourhood as seen through an alternative eye.

There is also an opportunity to see Beth and the first artwork in the Together We Rise series as it takes shape in a visit to Material Source Studio.

Each participant will also be gifted a limited edition print to take away.

12-1pm. Meet in Sadler’s Yard.

If you have any accessibility requirements, please let us know with your Eventbrite booking.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen—where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Come and join Laura and Swen from Jot Bookshop to read fragments of contemporary literature together. For novices and buffs. Lovers, not experts. 6pm every second Wednesday of the month.

Join Jot Book Shop to experiment with lyrics. Just like Bowie did. Explore the fundamentals of cut up poetry and browse for some inspiration every time the book shop is open.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen. Where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen—where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

In this weekly yoga club we'll be exploring all elements of Yoga from the physical practice & breath to meditation, philosophy & beyond.

All levels of experience are welcome.

Bring a mat & wear something comfy. Every week at Altogether Otherwise.

Hosted by Tam - @tamara.gwen

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen. Where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

With expert guidance from our friends at the South Lancashire Bat Group, we’ll be learning all about our native bats before heading out into the gardens to investigate our local population with bat detectors in hand.

You can learn more about the South Lancashire Bat Group and their incredible work here.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen. Where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen. Where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen—where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

An African Literature book club meeting every third Wednesday of each month.

May's book of the month- Cry, the Beloved Country by Alan Paton

Head out into the gardens for a Wildflower ID Walk with writer, botanist and nature communicator, Leif Bersweden.

Leif is a passionate champion of our wild plants and fungi and we are thrilled to have him join us in the gardens.

You may know Leif from his brilliant book 'Where the Wildflowers Grow', his appearance on Springwatch, or as an Ambassador for the charity Plantlife.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen. Where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen—where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Every other week head to New Century for open mic night, join in!

Make sure to sign up

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen. Where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Come on, you know you want to. Well, maybe you don’t want to but it will be fun, I promise.

The very definition of organised fun?

A brilliant 5-piece Irish band will be playing live traditional, Irish and modern folk music all night! Expect lively reels, jigs, and toe-tapping tunes to keep the dance floor busy. There’ll be plenty of Céilí dancing and a bar to keep you going throughout the night.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen. Where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen. Where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Come along every Tuesday evening to potter around in our community garden.

Anything gardening related - you name it, we probably do it.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen. Where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

We will be constructing a range of simple instruments with simple tools.

This is a fun exploratory 3D design session involving wood, metal and possibly ceramic processes.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen. Where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Read out loud from your writing practice (max. 10min) – prose, poetry, essay, memoir and everything in between – to a group of closely listening fellow dabblers in writing. Discuss your work and methods in an informal, friendly, supportive environment.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen—where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen—where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.


A yarn club guided by the cycles of the moon and seasons. Bring your knitting, crochet or sewing and a notebook to explore the gentle magic of crafting coupled with intention-setting. All levels welcome! Every other week at Altogether Otherwise.

On Thursday 29th May, we're excited to launch the debut iteration of 'Innovation in Sound' for dBs Institute Manchester at Altogether Otherwise.

Punam Ramchurn, Artist Development Manager at Factory International says:

"I'm absolutely delighted to present the Innovation In Sound exhibition, showcasing the work of your 3rd year students at dBs Institute Manchester," says Punam. "This free exhibition is a celebration of bold, boundary-pushing creativity - where your students explore the innovative and experimental edges of sound and music, challenging themselves to work outside of their comfort zones and bring truly original ideas to life."

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Officially running from Thursday 29th May - Monday 9th June, Innovation in Sound is dBs Institute Manchester's inaugural end of year showcase, which sees final year undergraduate students exhibiting cutting-edge projects created for their 'Innovation in Sound' modules.

Introducing them to experimental techniques, genres and technologies, the module is a chance for our students to channel their composition and production skills into a project that really pushes them out of their comfort zones.

Every student interprets the brief differently and you can expect to experience innovative installations, immersive soundscapes and experimental displays.

This free launch exhibition is both a celebration of the achievements of our students and an exhibition showcasing how emerging technologies and music can come together to create unique experiences.

Learn how to make your own hoverfly lagoon to support these underappreciated pollinators and pest controllers.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen. Where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

Altogether Otherwise is a place where things always happen—where making, doing, and shared endeavour are all part of the fun. We run workshops, create things, and keep the Hobby House buzzing with activity. No end goals, no pressure, just a space to tinker, try, and enjoy the simple joy of doing.

On Thursday 29th May, we're excited to launch the debut iteration of 'Innovation in Sound' for dBs Institute Manchester at Altogether Otherwise.

Punam Ramchurn, Artist Development Manager at Factory International says:

"I'm absolutely delighted to present the Innovation In Sound exhibition, showcasing the work of your 3rd year students at dBs Institute Manchester," says Punam. "This free exhibition is a celebration of bold, boundary-pushing creativity - where your students explore the innovative and experimental edges of sound and music, challenging themselves to work outside of their comfort zones and bring truly original ideas to life."

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Officially running from Thursday 29th May - Monday 9th June, Innovation in Sound is dBs Institute Manchester's inaugural end of year showcase, which sees final year undergraduate students exhibiting cutting-edge projects created for their 'Innovation in Sound' modules.

Introducing them to experimental techniques, genres and technologies, the module is a chance for our students to channel their composition and production skills into a project that really pushes them out of their comfort zones.

Every student interprets the brief differently and you can expect to experience innovative installations, immersive soundscapes and experimental displays.

This free launch exhibition is both a celebration of the achievements of our students and an exhibition showcasing how emerging technologies and music can come together to create unique experiences.

On Thursday 29th May, we're excited to launch the debut iteration of 'Innovation in Sound' for dBs Institute Manchester at Altogether Otherwise.

Punam Ramchurn, Artist Development Manager at Factory International says:

"I'm absolutely delighted to present the Innovation In Sound exhibition, showcasing the work of your 3rd year students at dBs Institute Manchester," says Punam. "This free exhibition is a celebration of bold, boundary-pushing creativity - where your students explore the innovative and experimental edges of sound and music, challenging themselves to work outside of their comfort zones and bring truly original ideas to life."

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Officially running from Thursday 29th May - Monday 9th June, Innovation in Sound is dBs Institute Manchester's inaugural end of year showcase, which sees final year undergraduate students exhibiting cutting-edge projects created for their 'Innovation in Sound' modules.

Introducing them to experimental techniques, genres and technologies, the module is a chance for our students to channel their composition and production skills into a project that really pushes them out of their comfort zones.

Every student interprets the brief differently and you can expect to experience innovative installations, immersive soundscapes and experimental displays.

This free launch exhibition is both a celebration of the achievements of our students and an exhibition showcasing how emerging technologies and music can come together to create unique experiences.

On Thursday 29th May, we're excited to launch the debut iteration of 'Innovation in Sound' for dBs Institute Manchester at Altogether Otherwise.

Punam Ramchurn, Artist Development Manager at Factory International says:

"I'm absolutely delighted to present the Innovation In Sound exhibition, showcasing the work of your 3rd year students at dBs Institute Manchester," says Punam. "This free exhibition is a celebration of bold, boundary-pushing creativity - where your students explore the innovative and experimental edges of sound and music, challenging themselves to work outside of their comfort zones and bring truly original ideas to life."

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Officially running from Thursday 29th May - Monday 9th June, Innovation in Sound is dBs Institute Manchester's inaugural end of year showcase, which sees final year undergraduate students exhibiting cutting-edge projects created for their 'Innovation in Sound' modules.

Introducing them to experimental techniques, genres and technologies, the module is a chance for our students to channel their composition and production skills into a project that really pushes them out of their comfort zones.

Every student interprets the brief differently and you can expect to experience innovative installations, immersive soundscapes and experimental displays.

This free launch exhibition is both a celebration of the achievements of our students and an exhibition showcasing how emerging technologies and music can come together to create unique experiences.