#TutuBlog Post 8521
Helloooo my beautiful Tutu Tribe! Emma here, back from a whirlwind trip to Manchester! The weather was a bit nippy, but I bundled up in my cosy pink coat and still managed to have a fabulous time.
Now, you know I love my pink tutus, and Manchester was just begging for a splash of colour! The city's cobbled streets and historic architecture felt like they were calling for a touch of my trademark flair, so naturally, I donned my brightest yellow tutu! (Because yes, pink is my favourite, but I love a bit of sunshine yellow too!) It definitely brightened up those gloomy autumn days!
Ballet Bliss in the City Centre
One of my absolute favourite parts of Manchester was the Royal Exchange Theatre! I'd heard amazing things about it, and I wasn't disappointed. The stunning Georgian architecture and the beautiful, intimate theatre space made me feel like I was stepping back in time. And the ballet performance was absolutely breathtaking! Watching those dancers effortlessly glide across the stage in their beautiful costumes had me glued to my seat the whole time.
Afterwards, I had a lovely chat with a couple of the dancers. Turns out one of them used to go to the same dance school I did back in Derbyshire! The world of ballet is surprisingly small, which makes it even more special.
Horse-drawn Carriage Romance
After the ballet, I felt like a real princess, so of course, I had to take a horse-drawn carriage ride through the city centre! I'm such a sucker for anything romantic, and watching the horse gently clopping along the cobblestones as the sun set was utterly magical. The whole thing just felt so quintessentially British and charming, like something out of a fairy tale!
Manchester's Hidden Gems
Manchester has so many cool independent shops and cafes. I popped into this adorable little tea shop called The Teacup, and it felt like stepping into a vintage doll's house. I tried a delicious lavender-infused Earl Grey, and the scones were so fluffy! They even had a cat lounging around, the cutest little thing. You know I love my furry friends, so that just made my day!
Wildlife Wonders
The next day, I took a little train ride to Dunham Massey. This beautiful estate is just a short hop from the city centre, and I wanted to experience a bit of the English countryside. There are peacocks, deer, and even some friendly alpacas roaming around! I'm a sucker for anything cuddly and fluffy, so spending a bit of time with those sweet creatures was so therapeutic! I have to admit, though, I secretly tried to convince a few of them to try on my tutu. They didn't seem too keen, but I remain optimistic for future fashion-forward alpaca encounters!
Dancing into the Evening
No trip to Manchester is complete without a night out, so I ended my adventure with a ballet-themed evening! First, I treated myself to a fabulous dinner at the plush Italian restaurant La Piazza, where they have the most amazing gluten-free pasta, heavenly! After dinner, I headed to a salsa bar - something a bit different, and definitely a step outside of my usual routine, I even learned a few moves from some seasoned salsa dancers. I swear, the way they moved with such grace and fluidity...it made my own dance steps feel like child's play!
Pink Tutu Mission: In Progress
As always, I was spreading the pink tutu gospel throughout Manchester! I saw so many smiles when people spotted my bright yellow tutu, and it really inspired me. So many people told me how much they loved it, and they said it made their day! This reminded me, my friends, that we all have the power to make someone's day with just a little bit of colour and joy. And who knows, maybe my next tutu mission will convince the locals of Manchester to embrace their inner pink ballerina? Just wait and see!
Back to the Routine (But With Pink!)
So, that was my little Manchester adventure! It was a quick but magical trip filled with ballet, romance, wildlife, and lots of sunshine yellow, because, why not! It really reminded me how much I love to explore new places and meet new people. But most importantly, it reminded me of the joy that ballet and the colour pink bring to my life. I'm already planning my next tutu escapade! Until then, keep those tutus twirling, my dears!
Catch you later,
Emma 💖🩰
