Colourful Manchester housewarming gifts with a story behind them

New keys. New neighbours. Far too many cardboard boxes.

Moving home deserves marking, whether it’s a first flat, a long-awaited house purchase or simply somewhere new to call your own.

If you’re looking for a Manchester new home gift that’s more personal than another houseplant, The Manchester Colour Palette captures the city in six colours.

Pubs, music, worker bees, industry and history. Quite a lot of Manchester for one little gradient.

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Why Manchester makes a brilliant new home gift

Perhaps they’ve just bought their first home in Manchester. Maybe they’re returning to the city, moving across town or leaving Manchester for somewhere completely new.

The Manchester Colour Palette turns six local references into contemporary wall art, mugs and colourful keepsakes.

Something unmistakably Manchester, without feeling like a traditional souvenir.

The six colours of Manchester

Pev Green

A soft heritage green inspired by the tiled façade of the much-loved Peveril of the Peak pub. The Pev to its friends.

Worker Bee Gold

Loud, proud and permanently buzzing. The worker bee has become one of Manchester’s most recognisable symbols.

Hacienda Yellow

A bright, energetic yellow referencing the legendary Haçienda and the club culture that helped shape Manchester’s musical reputation.

Supernova Champagne

Something suitably celebratory for a new home. Supernova Champagne raises a glass to Oasis and Manchester’s massive musical influence.

Mill Brown

Brick, industry and getting on with it. A solid, no-nonsense brown inspired by the mills and industrial heritage that shaped Manchester.

Chetham’s Oak

A deep, scholarly colour inspired by historic Chetham’s Library, the oldest public library in England.

Six colours. Six very different Manchester stories.

Find the perfect Manchester housewarming gift

Not sure what to choose? Here’s a quick guide by budget:

Under £10 – Fridge Magnet, Coaster

£10–£20 – Ceramic Mug, Porcelain Mug, Placemat, Mouse Mat, Tote Bag, Apron, T-shirt

£20+ – Framed Art Print, Canvas

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Manchester wall art for those new walls

A new home usually comes with a lot of empty wall space.

A framed Manchester Colour Palette print or canvas makes a more substantial housewarming present, bringing six familiar city stories into a living room, kitchen, hallway or home office.

And unlike helping them decorate, you don’t have to spend the weekend holding a paint roller.

Something smaller for the first cuppa

Before the pictures are hung and the Wi-Fi is working, someone needs to find the kettle.

A Manchester Colour Palette mug makes an affordable new-home present, while coasters and other smaller pieces are ideal if you want to turn up with something thoughtful.

Wine disappears. Flowers eventually give up.

A little piece of Manchester can hang around.

Manchester, wherever they’re moving

A new address doesn’t necessarily have to be in Manchester.

For someone moving away, a Manchester print or keepsake can represent home, university years, a favourite city or simply somewhere that matters.

And for someone moving to Manchester, six colours featuring The Pev, worker bees, the Haçienda, Oasis, mills and Chetham’s Library make a pretty good introduction.

Welcome to Manchester.

Frequently asked questions

What is a good Manchester new home gift?

Something connected to the city can make a housewarming present more personal. Manchester wall art, mugs and colourful keepsakes work well for a first home, new flat or house move.

What can I buy someone for their first home in Manchester?

For a larger present, framed Manchester wall art or canvas can mark the occasion. For a smaller budget, mugs and coasters make useful housewarming gifts.

What can I buy someone moving away from Manchester?

A city-inspired print, mug or keepsake gives them a little reminder of Manchester to take to their new home.