Unique £1m home in Greater Manchester village steeped in history with a special Grade II listed feature

Ryan Shawcross has named Sir Alex Ferguson as the most difficult manager he ever faced during his time at Stoke City and also revealed that he once brandished a sword in his direction.

Manchester City face a trip to Elland Road on Saturday in the Premier League as they face an in-form Leeds United side.

It might be a very sunny April, but Coronation Street stars were finally able to celebrate Christmas at a huge festive party in Manchester. And it was a very familiar location for the knees up for Corrie's cast and crew on Friday night.

KATE Garraway has revealed why she wasn't on Good Morning Britain yesterday, saying she had "urgents" to attend to at home. The 54-year-old star was replaced by Charlotte Hawkins on Friday's edition of the ITV show.

A sex fiend who laughed at the teenager he assaulted as she recounted her horrific ordeal in court and a gang who set up a 'drugs factory' - and sparked a mass evacuation in Stretford - all among the people jailed in Greater Manchester this month. Our reporters were in court as scores of criminals were sent to prison during April, including a cocaine addled bodybuilder who killed a dad with the force 'of a heavyweight boxer' in an unprovoked nightclub attack.

Two devastated teenagers have been left orphaned following the tragic death of their mother. Carol Oliver, 47, died on Good Friday after a five-month battle with pneumonia.

AMANDA Holden watches in horror as a young girl is thrown from huge human tower in terrifying BGT audition in an upcoming episode of the ITV show tomorrow. Saturday's instalment of the programme will see The Freaks perform a jaw-dropping routine in front of the four judges.

Michelle Keegan is no stranger to donning incredible looks on a glamorous night out and Friday was no exception as the Our Girl actress gave fans an exclusive BTS glimpse as she got ready for an exciting launch.MORE: Michelle Keegan celebrates her exciting news with blissful breakThe stylish occasion was in aid of Michelle's brand new, summer range with Very - which we have to admit is to die for!WATCH: Michelle Keegan exudes Hollywood glamour in a mindblowing lookThe former Coronation Street star documented the event with a video she posted to her Instagram feed. Captioning the post she penned: "Get ready with me for such a beautiful @veryuk event! #ad."MORE: Michelle Keegan is a dream in mesh crop topREAD: READ: Michelle Keegan is the ultimate beach babe in satin bikiniMichelle showed her entire getting ready process which started with her posing in the mirror of the most unbelievable marble-themed hotel room, wearing a very cosy-looking bathrobe.A post shared by Michelle Keegan (@michkeegan)Michelle shared the exciting event with her 5.7 million followersThe star then captured herself enjoying a frothy coffee before her glorious makeup transformation where she donned an elegant nude lipstick and subtle eye makeup.The 34-year-old then showed off the jaw-dropping dress she wore, which was a strappy black crochet ensemble from her new range and paired the look with elegant, black strappy heels.She wore her hair in a soft low bun and added gold earrings to complete the look.

Police found multiple firearms in A$AP Rocky's Los Angeles home during an unannounced search last week, TMZ and the L.A. Times report.

If there's one thing about Manchester, it's glamour. With so many Coronation street icons, reality stars and WAGs here, you don't have to go far to see someone who looks a million dollars.

A soldier who returned home with nowhere to go has spoken out about his struggle to survive – and how he has turned his life around in the last year.

It's just after 10am on Wednesday and outside the Cygnet Sandwich Bar about half a dozen builders in hi-viz vests are waiting for their butty order. With Manchester city centre's building boom continuing apace, it's a scene that plays out most mornings.

The pandemic forced many people to reconsider their living circumstances, with a large number of homeowners choosing to relocate to rural areas with a desire for more space. According to Rightmove this momentum is now continuing into 2022, with many buyers still hoping for a slice of the quieter life.

A young girl was 'robbed of her childhood' by a paedophile who groomed then repeatedly sexually abused her. Michael Dennett, now 54, told the girl, who was aged 12 and 13 at the time, that he 'loved her' and that she was 'beautiful'.

Violence, threats and verbal abuse – that is the day-to-day reality for tip workers who handle our waste and recycling across Greater Manchester. Rubbish removal gangs who try to dump their trade waste at household waste recycling centres are the main cause of trouble at the tips, according to staff.

A landmark city centre building that was once home to George Best's nightclub Oscars has been transformed into stylish apartments that are now available to rent. Waldorf House on Cooper Street was originally built as the city's masonic hall back in 1863.

Manchester United will record the biggest attendance in FA Youth Cup history in two weeks' time.

Joe Cole has blamed 'pressure' for Manchester United playmaker Bruno Fernandes' struggles this season, though he believes the return of Cristiano Ronaldo has also been a factor.

The Bank Holiday weekend is expected to get off to a sunny start in Greater Manchester. Highs of 17C are forecast for the region on Saturday but it could turn cloudy later on.

The brother of a woman murdered at her luxury villa in Spain has spoken of his heartbreak after discovering that he and his sister had different fathers. Lesley Pearson, who grew up with her brother Steve Ramsbottom in Manchester, was strangled to death by her gardener in a row over wages.

In a quiet countryside valley sits an historic pub with a huge free outdoor play park for children and a wealth of outdoor seating next to a tranquil river. The Little Mill Inn in Rowarth, Derbyshire, has become a hotspot on sunny days for families thanks to its secluded location in a valley and wealth of things to do outdoors.

A young family have been left homeless after a fire gutted their Greater Manchester home and killed all three of their pet dogs. Chelsea Stewart and her two sons managed to escape the blaze as it tore through their house in the early hours of April 25. The cause was found to be a children’s Segway toy left charging in the kitchen.

Have a wander around Rivington and you never know what you’ll find around the next corner. This village, located between Bolton and Chorley, is where you’ll discover a range of outdoor delights, from beautiful yet wild gardens to mysterious hilltop towers.