Quirky Date Ideas In Manchester

• Location: across Manchester
• When: every day
• Price: food and drink prices vary
• Why we recommend: the cocktails here are second-to-none, looking as good as they taste, and the food is equally delicious

One of the best date night bars in Manchester, The Alchemist New York Street, MediaCityUK and Spinningfields are gorgeous venues packed with unique cocktails and theatrical concoctions. Bring your partner here if you're looking to impress with fizzing, popping and colour-changing booze.

That's not all that's on offer though, their two-person Sunday Feast offers an indulgent sharing platter for £20 per person - featuring the likes of macaroni cheese, pork belly bites and loaded truffle tater tots.

• Location: Unit 6, The Corn Exchange, Cathedral Street, M4 3TR
• When: every day
• Price: from £14.50 per person
• Why we recommend: whatever your ability, you can try your hand at cricket here, with interactive nets that add up your scores as you go

If you fancy stepping up to the crease and hitting a six against some of the world's best bowlers, then Sixes' high-tech batting nets are the place to be. This interactive cricket bar allows you to play in simulation cages, with screens that add up your scores for you.

You can set your own skill level, so players of all abilities can get involved. Sip creative cocktails as you play, paired with plates like smashed beef burgers, loaded nachos and chicken wings.

• Location: Manchester Arndale, Unit R3 Halle Place, Market Street, M4 3AQ
• When: every day
• Price: from £28 per person, discounts available
• Why we recommend: this place gives you the chance to escape reality and explore a whole new realm, complete with state-of-the-art technology

Whether you're searching for an ice-breaking date idea or you fancy trying something a little different with your other half, Immersive Gamebox has just the thing. An interactive entertainment haven, this spot is providing you with a library of immersive activities and adventures to choose from.

They use a combination of touch screen technology, projection mapping and surround sound to create a cutting-edge experience, transporting you to a whole new world. From a Squid Game experience to an Alien Aptitude Test, there's so much to try.