Lauren Rochford

Manchester
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Spotter since 2018

My spots (19)

Heaton-Park
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Heaton Park – Grade II listed park

"Heaton Park" in Manchester is a historical park that's much bigger than it seems at first. My favorite part is the animal centre, but there's tons to do!

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Art & culture
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Relaxing

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Lauren

Rochford

Dec 9, 2024
Longford-Park
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Longford Park – A bit of everything

"Longford Park" in Manchester simply has everything! Playparks, a cafe, sports courts... One of my favourite details is the stone mounting block.

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Relaxing

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Lauren

Rochford

Dec 9, 2024
Vinyl-Fiction
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Vinyl Fiction – A rock n roll nerd's paradise

"Vinyl Fiction" in Manchester has a simple concept: they sell vinyl and books. I love how it's not stuffed to the gills and doesn't feel claustrophobic...

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Art & culture
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Shopping

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Lauren

Rochford

Dec 9, 2024
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Whitworth Park and Gallery – Art in the park

"Whitworth Park and Gallery" Manchester has art even outside in the park, with regular exhibitions out in the open. It also has a play park with a zipline!

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Art & culture
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Relaxing

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Lauren

Rochford

Dec 9, 2024
Highfield-Country-Park
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Highfield Country Park – A wonderful picnic getaway

"Highfield Country Park" in Manchester is a nature reserve I've been going to for as long as I can remember. It makes me feel like I'm outside the city.

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Relaxing

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Lauren

Rochford

Dec 9, 2024
Lucardo
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Lucardo – Room escape with a twist

"Lucardo" Manchester was my first room escape experience and I loved it! It was the most fun afternoon I'd had in a long time. Great staff & room variety!

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Relaxing

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Lauren

Rochford

Dec 9, 2024
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Frog and Bucket Comedy Club – Comedy up North

"Frog and Bucket Comedy Club" in Manchester is great, whether you want to see recognised comedians or new up-and-comers. I love 'Beat the Frog' events!

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Art & culture
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Bars
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Theaters

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Lauren

Rochford

Dec 9, 2024
Blue-Bell-Inn
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Blue Bell Inn – Classic pub times

The "Blue Bell Inn" in Manchester has been a constant in my life. Wonderful food, cheap drinks, dog-friendly... It offers an authentic pub experience.

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Bars
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Restaurants

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Lauren

Rochford

Dec 9, 2024

About me

About me
Hi! I'm Lauren, born and raised in Manchester.

I finished my degree in Film and Television at Kingston University in 2017 and am taking a bit of a break from real life for a bit.

I like hamsters, films, writing, my buds and the colour yellow.

Why Manchester
I love Manchester so dearly, I know I'm lucky for growing up here and for getting to see it grow and change around me.

I love the sheer diversity of Manchester, both in its people and its places.

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