http://socialmediacafemanchester.pbworks.com/ – not quite a writers group but a networking event thing for people involved with/interested in social media/blogging. I don’t get to go too often myself but it’s always interesting when I do.

I’m not sure about SF groups but there’s a few comic shops that will have that info. Travelling Man is my favourite. It’s in the Northern Quarter of Manchester city centre (there are about 15 quarters in the city centre but don’t let that put you off).

I haven’t got a clue about writers groups but I’m sure there are loads

http://visitmanchester.posterous.com/ – the blog of the tourist board of Manchester (it’s better than it sounds, honestly). Gives you an insight into the latest happenings in Greater Manchester.

There’s too much exciting stuff to do to list here but get in contact via Twitter or email me at s_aiken21 at yahoo.com and I’ll try to give you the lowdown.

Manchester is better than London anyway, so you’ll be better off (in many ways).