supporters

The Ting Tings are Forever Manchester

Salford's finest, The Ting Tings are supporters of Forever Manchester.

Katie and Jules of the band say, "Manchester and Salford are huge enthusiasts and supporters of the arts giving artists like ourselves places to go to experience music, art and film from all corners of the world on all levels. Wherever around the globe we perform we are constantly questioned about the great bands that developed here over time."

Hannah Claydon is Forever Manchester

My Manchester

Here are two pictures from my Father's head
High rising and energizing
Music-mad, my dad- Northern charm
Boundary-shoving, popular culture-loving
City chic, crowded streets,
Smoky clubs, disco lights, dancing shoes, on fire.
Heart in the middle of `Madchester',
Soul, Northern - Northern Soul, Keeping the faith.
Dad's Manchester, My Manchester, Home.

Here are two pictures from my Father's head
Date: 10^th February 1979, Faded, tattered, blurred
It was Derby Day- Red versus blue
Steaming Bovril, greasy chips,
Rain-washed grey slate skies,
Opponents together, Northern forever,
Outspoken, unbroken
City awash with excitement, suspense, tension
A chorus of football chants resound

“This is what it feels to be lonely; this is what it feels to be small…
this is what it feels when your team win nothing at all”

Mancunians - Flag-waving, misbehaving
Dad's Manchester, My Manchester, Home!

Harvey Nichols is Forever Manchester Harvey Nichols is an international luxury lifestyle store, offering many of the world's most prestigious brands in womenswear, menswear, accessories, beauty, food and home.

Harvey Nichols Manchester opened as part of the Exchange Square development in 2003. It has three floors with a restaurant, bar and brasserie on the second floor.

Mike Garry is Forever Manchester Mike Garry is a poet whose work focuses upon the beautiful ugliness of the city and its people.

His second book, Mancunian Meander is a poetic journey around the city, its suburbs and people.

His work has been read on BBC Radio Manchester, Radio 4, Granada and M.T.V.

A runner up in the Poem for Manchester competition and 2007 UK Slam Championships he was described by the Happy Mondays Shaun Ryder as “the best street poet ever” and John Cooper Clark as “A bit gritty."

Manchester Radio Online has a mission to provide genuine online entertainment, which truly reflects the city and its people.

The station is officially recognized as the biggest independent internet radio station in the UK, boasting approximately 15,000 to 20,000 computers logged on at any one time.

The Forever Manchester Radio Programme is broadcast 2.00pm - 5.00pm on Wednesdays with the edited version on Sundays between 1.00pm - 3.00pm.

Dave Haslam is Forever Manchester Hacienda DJ and all round Mancunian Dave Haslam is backing Forever Manchester.

“Forever Manchester is about celebrating the region while securing its future for generations to come.

I’m all for the campaign and hope to help Forever Manchester reach its target through a series of events in 2009.”

The Manchester Food & Drink Festival is the most innovative and engaging food event in the UK.

In 2008 the Festival joined with The Community Foundation for Greater Manchester to form the Food and Drink Festival Grassroots Foundation, a unique partnership that will raise funds and provide grants to both individuals and community groups that offer initiatives promoting healthy eating and activities.

Duerr's is Forever Manchester Duerr’s is one of Manchester’s best-loved heritage brands, setting up business in Old Trafford in 1881.

Its products can be found all over the world, as the company exports to over 30 different countries.

Duerr’s remains very much a family business, and a member of the Duerr family has sat at the helm of the company since its inception.

Manchester Fashion Network is a business networking service that creates and develops business opportunities to the fashion, apparel and creative industries across the UK.

Founded in 2006, they have since become the representative for all things fashion; based in Manchester & London.

Radisson Edwardian is Forever Manchester An award winning hotel, the Radisson Edwardian Manchester Hotel is housed in one of Manchester's key historic buildings, the historic Free Trade Hall, just moments from Manchester Central Convention Centre.

Stylish spaces create a mood of understated luxury with features including the Sienna Spa, a contemporary art collection, artefacts from the building's historic past, and a great dining experience in the Opus One restaurant.

The Grill on The Alley epitomises old and new Manchester, coming together to form a perfect partnership where you can hide away in a haven of great food, drink and atmosphere.

Enjoy a produce driven menu of freshly prepared and mouth-watering dishes cooked to perfection and served simply. Sign up for a Grill on the Alley membership card and you will benefit from 10% off your food bill and a further 10% will be matched and paid directly to the Community Foundation.

Card holders will also be presented with a selection of monthly promotions available for diners to treat themselves at the restaurant.

Urbis is an exhibition centre about city life. Visitors can explore exhibitions about contemporary art & design, the city environment and the people who make our cities what they are.

Culture vultures can also make the most of their visit by relaxing in the Social or sipping a delicious cocktail in the stylish Modern bar and restaurant.

Irwell Valley is Forever Manchester Irwell Valley Housing Association is committed to treating people with dignity and respect. It is one of the leading housing organisations providing homes and services to people living in Greater Manchester, working with customers to help them unlock their potential and with residents to make their neighbourhoods safe and stimulating places to live, work in and visit.

FC United is a semi-professional, community football club created by fans and run by a democratically elected board. The club is a not for profit company with each member owning one share and is committed to increasing participation in football and being accessible to the communities of Greater Manchester.

The IoD is the professional body for business leaders, and has been representing directors from all sectors for the last 100 years. Over this time, it has created a series of benefits and effective business tools designed to support members in their strategic decision-making and their ever-growing portfolio of responsibilities required of today’s directors. As a worldwide association of members, the IoD provides professional network that reaches into every corner of the business community. Membership includes directors from across the business spectrum, from media to manufacturing, e-business to public and voluntary sectors.

The Not Part of Festival 2009 is the most inclusive arts festival Manchester has ever seen, running alongside Manchester International Festival, taking full advantage of the focus that it brings to Manchester.

The city will be a-buzz with cultural events pouring out of venues across the city and beyond!

Appliances Direct is forever manchester

Thank you to our sponsor Appliances Direct, one of the Uk's largest online appliance stores, who have donated an LCD TV to forever manchester. If you are looking for an Oven, Fridge, range cooker, American Fridge Freezer, gas hob or induction hob you can find some great deals. They also deal with big brands like Baumatic, Neff, Bosch, Smeg and Hotpoint.