Worried about winter? Then come along to our community event at Longsight Pakistani Community Centre (M12 4NN), Saturday 4th February, 11:00am to 4:00pm.

With the cost of living crisis, cold weather and the continuing threats of Covid and flu, this winter is proving to be challenging for many. We hope this community event will provide a welcoming environment to discuss any winter worries and enjoy some free family activities.

Simply pop in on the day for:

• Free refreshments
• Advice on keeping warm this winter
• Family fun activities
• Henna
• Face painting
• Performances from The Circus House
• Nutritional information and cooking demonstrations
• Household support and advice
• Health and wellbeing support
• Vaccinations (no appointment needed)

Winter Support Guide: Ardwick & Longsight

For further support and guidance this winter, we've produced a helpful booklet with local services available in the Longsight and Ardwick neighbourhoods. Within the guide you'll find support including food banks, warm hubs, befriending services and other local offers.

• Click here to read the Winter Support Guide: Ardwick & Longsight
• Click here to download the Winter Support Guide: Ardwick & Lonsight [PDF 3.5MB]

This guide complements the citywide support available through Manchester City Council’s free cost of living advice line. The free telephone line offers support with benefits and help with your rent, advice about debt and paying bills , food support and help to get online (support to access the internet, laptops, phones and data).

The advice line is open Monday to Friday 9 am to 4.30 pm on 0800 023 2692. You can speak to someone about the support that is available. You can also text 07860 022 876 or visit manchester.gov.uk/coladvice