Guidebook for Manchester
Arts & Culture
Former Edwardian pump station housing displays on local and national working-class life.
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Музеј народне историје
Left BankFormer Edwardian pump station housing displays on local and national working-class life.
The John Rylands Library is a late-Victorian neo-Gothic building on Deansgate. The library, which opened to the public in 1900, was founded by Enriqueta Augustina Rylands in memory of her husband, John Rylands.
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Џон Рајландс библиотека
150 DeansgateThe John Rylands Library is a late-Victorian neo-Gothic building on Deansgate. The library, which opened to the public in 1900, was founded by Enriqueta Augustina Rylands in memory of her husband, John Rylands.
Great for mid-morning coffee or lunch! The Royal Exchange is a grade II listed building located in the city centre, between St Ann's Square and Cross Street (opposite Boots the chemist).
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Royal Exchange Theatre
Old Bank StreetGreat for mid-morning coffee or lunch! The Royal Exchange is a grade II listed building located in the city centre, between St Ann's Square and Cross Street (opposite Boots the chemist).
The Comedy Store offers food, drinks and regular events including stand-up nights.
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The Comedy Store
Whitworth Street WestThe Comedy Store offers food, drinks and regular events including stand-up nights.
One of the largest concert venues in Europe. It opened in 1995 and has a capacity of more than 20,000. The £52m arena was named the third busiest arena in the world in 2015.
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AO Arena
Hunts BankOne of the largest concert venues in Europe. It opened in 1995 and has a capacity of more than 20,000. The £52m arena was named the third busiest arena in the world in 2015.
Opened in April 2015, HOME is a centre for international contemporary art, theatre and film.
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HOME Manchester
2 Tony Wilson PlOpened in April 2015, HOME is a centre for international contemporary art, theatre and film.
The Palace Theatre is one of the main theatres in Manchester. It's situated on Oxford Street, on the north-east corner of the intersection with Whitworth Street.
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Палас Театар
97 Oxford StThe Palace Theatre is one of the main theatres in Manchester. It's situated on Oxford Street, on the north-east corner of the intersection with Whitworth Street.
MEDIA CITY; home of the BBC, ITV, the Lowry Theatre, Lowry shopping outlet, Vue Cinema, health and fitness centres, and many eating venues.
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MediaCityUK station
MEDIA CITY; home of the BBC, ITV, the Lowry Theatre, Lowry shopping outlet, Vue Cinema, health and fitness centres, and many eating venues.
The Museum of Science and Industry is a large museum devoted to the development of science, technology and industry with emphasis on the city's achievements in these fields.
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Музеј науке и индустрије
Liverpool RoadThe Museum of Science and Industry is a large museum devoted to the development of science, technology and industry with emphasis on the city's achievements in these fields.
Situated on Mosley Street/Princess Street, the gallery is a publicly owned art museum in the city centre (less than a mile from the apartment) - and a great place to go for mid-morning coffee or lunch.
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Manchester Art Gallery
Mosley StreetSituated on Mosley Street/Princess Street, the gallery is a publicly owned art museum in the city centre (less than a mile from the apartment) - and a great place to go for mid-morning coffee or lunch.
Visit Manchester's museum of war and conflict. Exhibitions and events cover real stories of war from WW1 to the present day.
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IWM Север
Trafford Wharf RoadVisit Manchester's museum of war and conflict. Exhibitions and events cover real stories of war from WW1 to the present day.
Salford Museum and Art Gallery was the UK's 'first free public library', which opened in January 1850, followed in November by a museum and art gallery.
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Музеј и уметничка галерија у Салфорду
CrescentSalford Museum and Art Gallery was the UK's 'first free public library', which opened in January 1850, followed in November by a museum and art gallery.
Centre for Chinese Contemporary Art (CFCCA) is leading the UK in exploring Chinese contemporary culture. Their aim is to make Chinese contemporary art and visual culture accessible to everyone through exhibitions, events, shop, artist residencies, festivals, engagement programmes and research forums.
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Centre for Chinese Contemporary Art
13 Thomas StCentre for Chinese Contemporary Art (CFCCA) is leading the UK in exploring Chinese contemporary culture. Their aim is to make Chinese contemporary art and visual culture accessible to everyone through exhibitions, events, shop, artist residencies, festivals, engagement programmes and research forums.
A £15 million development has transformed the gallery, doubling it in size and creating new spaces that embrace the park it calls home.
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Галерија уметности Витворт
Oxford RoadA £15 million development has transformed the gallery, doubling it in size and creating new spaces that embrace the park it calls home.
Shopping
Spinningfields is Manchester's luxury dining and shopping destination and home to the likes of Mulberry, Emporio Armani, Manchester House, Neighbourhood and Tattu.
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Spinningfields
Spinningfields is Manchester's luxury dining and shopping destination and home to the likes of Mulberry, Emporio Armani, Manchester House, Neighbourhood and Tattu.
High-end fashion store with international designer labels, plus homeware, beauty and cafes. Great spot for afternoon tea!
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Harvey Nichols
21 New Cathedral StHigh-end fashion store with international designer labels, plus homeware, beauty and cafes. Great spot for afternoon tea!
Grade II listed Victorian shopping arcade, located between Deansgate and St Ann's Square.
Barton Arcade
48 Barton SquareGrade II listed Victorian shopping arcade, located between Deansgate and St Ann's Square.
Victorian setting for artists' studios with contemporary jewellery, vintage, ceramics and art for sale.
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Manchester Craft and Design Centre
17 Oak StVictorian setting for artists' studios with contemporary jewellery, vintage, ceramics and art for sale.
The Trafford Centre is a large indoor shopping centre and leisure complex in Trafford Park which is five miles west of Manchester city centre.
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Трафорд Центар
The Trafford Centre is a large indoor shopping centre and leisure complex in Trafford Park which is five miles west of Manchester city centre.
King Street is one of the most important thoroughfares of Manchester city centre. Formerly the centre of the north-west banking industry it has become progressively dominated by high-end shops.
Hobbs
1 King StKing Street is one of the most important thoroughfares of Manchester city centre. Formerly the centre of the north-west banking industry it has become progressively dominated by high-end shops.
Getting Around
Salford CENTRAL Rail Station is well connected to local & regional rail networks. There's also various bus routes from this station to many destinations including MediaCityUK, The Lowry, the Trafford Centre, Manchester University or St Mary's Hospital.
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Salford Central station
Salford CENTRAL Rail Station is well connected to local & regional rail networks. There's also various bus routes from this station to many destinations including MediaCityUK, The Lowry, the Trafford Centre, Manchester University or St Mary's Hospital.
Victoria Station
Piccadilly Station
Oxford rd station
Oxford RoadCatch the East Didsbury tram to Burton Road, West Didsbury. A great night out plus independent shops, bars and eateries ............
or catch the East Didsbury tram to Trafford Bar (then 15 minute walk to Old Trafford).
Exchange Square
Exchange SquareCatch the East Didsbury tram to Burton Road, West Didsbury. A great night out plus independent shops, bars and eateries ............
or catch the East Didsbury tram to Trafford Bar (then 15 minute walk to Old Trafford).
Salford CRESCENT Rail Station has a direct line to/from Manchester Airport.
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Salford Crescent station
Salford CRESCENT Rail Station has a direct line to/from Manchester Airport.
Food Scene
Fine-dining experience at Tattu Restaurant & Bar, located in the heart of Manchester’s Spinningfields district. The restaurant offers contemporary Chinese cuisine, fusing traditional Asian flavours with exquisite presentation delivered by head chef, Clifton Muil.
The bar provides an intimate atmosphere, inviting guests to relax and enjoy the extensive cocktail menu.
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Tattu Restaurant and Bar
Gartside StreetFine-dining experience at Tattu Restaurant & Bar, located in the heart of Manchester’s Spinningfields district. The restaurant offers contemporary Chinese cuisine, fusing traditional Asian flavours with exquisite presentation delivered by head chef, Clifton Muil.
The bar provides an intimate atmosphere, inviting guests to relax and enjoy the extensive cocktail menu.
Airy space with long bar and mezzanine open kitchen, for classic and modern Spanish-Asturian dishes. 10 minutes walk from the apartment.
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Ibérica Spinningfields
14-15 Hardman StAiry space with long bar and mezzanine open kitchen, for classic and modern Spanish-Asturian dishes. 10 minutes walk from the apartment.
Lively, ephemera-packed Thai joint with street-market furniture and an open kitchen, plus a tuk-tuk. Perfect for family fun, date nights or work get-togethers, the infectiously lively atmosphere is perfect for any occasion. 10 minutes walk from the apartment.
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Thaikhun
3 Hardman StLively, ephemera-packed Thai joint with street-market furniture and an open kitchen, plus a tuk-tuk. Perfect for family fun, date nights or work get-togethers, the infectiously lively atmosphere is perfect for any occasion. 10 minutes walk from the apartment.
Selection of delicious home-baked cakes and muffins, including gluten free and vegan, freshly baked daily on the premises.
Toast, crumpets, toasted teacakes and croissants are available all day. Phone: 07763 381597 (Closed Mondays).
GK Gallery & Tea Room
272 Chapel StSelection of delicious home-baked cakes and muffins, including gluten free and vegan, freshly baked daily on the premises.
Toast, crumpets, toasted teacakes and croissants are available all day. Phone: 07763 381597 (Closed Mondays).
Located on the corner of historic Bexley Square, the Deli-Lama is a deli, café and jazz bar, serving up mainly vegetarian and vegan food with a Caribbean and Mediterranean influence. The Deli-Lama also has an alcohol licence so it doubles as a bar with open mic sessions for musicians on some evenings. CLOSED MONDAYS. https://www.facebook.com/thedelilamasalford https://www.facebook.com/DeliLamaJazz/
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Deli-Lama Cafe-Bar
1 Chapel StLocated on the corner of historic Bexley Square, the Deli-Lama is a deli, café and jazz bar, serving up mainly vegetarian and vegan food with a Caribbean and Mediterranean influence. The Deli-Lama also has an alcohol licence so it doubles as a bar with open mic sessions for musicians on some evenings. CLOSED MONDAYS. https://www.facebook.com/thedelilamasalford https://www.facebook.com/DeliLamaJazz/
Excellent, authentic Italian cooking, with a great atmosphere too! Fantastic reviews on Google! Phone: 0161 637 1160
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Vero Moderno
Chapel StreetExcellent, authentic Italian cooking, with a great atmosphere too! Fantastic reviews on Google! Phone: 0161 637 1160
The Ivy Spinningfields Manchester
Byrom StreetMana
42 Blossom StMichelin star restaurant. Address: 42 Blossom Street, Manchester M4 6BF
If you fancy a trip to Burton Road, West Didsbury, Volta is the place to visit. Great for people watching with excellent food, drinks and atmosphere. If you want to eat, I recommend booking a table in advance.
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Volta
167 Burton RdIf you fancy a trip to Burton Road, West Didsbury, Volta is the place to visit. Great for people watching with excellent food, drinks and atmosphere. If you want to eat, I recommend booking a table in advance.
Sightseeing
Manchester Central Library is the headquarters of the city's library and information service. Facing St Peter's Square, it was designed by E. Vincent Harris and constructed between 1930 and 1934.
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Manchester Central Library
Saint Peter's SquareManchester Central Library is the headquarters of the city's library and information service. Facing St Peter's Square, it was designed by E. Vincent Harris and constructed between 1930 and 1934.
The Cathedral Church of St. John the Evangelist, usually known as Salford Cathedral, is a Roman Catholic cathedral of Gothic Revival architecture. Open daily: 250 Chapel Street, Salford. Tel: 0161 817 2222
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Salford Cathedral
250 Chapel StThe Cathedral Church of St. John the Evangelist, usually known as Salford Cathedral, is a Roman Catholic cathedral of Gothic Revival architecture. Open daily: 250 Chapel Street, Salford. Tel: 0161 817 2222
Ordsall Hall is a historic house and a former stately home in Ordsall, an area of Salford. It dates back more than 750 years, although the oldest surviving parts of the present hall were built in the 15th century.
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Ордсал Хол
322 Ordsall LnOrdsall Hall is a historic house and a former stately home in Ordsall, an area of Salford. It dates back more than 750 years, although the oldest surviving parts of the present hall were built in the 15th century.
Castlefield is an inner city conservation area. It was the site of the Roman era fort of Mamucium or Mancunium which gave its name to Manchester. Including several bars and restaurants which are particularly popular during the summer months when people flock to the area to enjoy the large outdoor drinking areas and regular live music events. Find Dukes 92, Choice Bar & Restaurant and Lava Bar within the Castlefield basin.
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Castlefield
Castlefield is an inner city conservation area. It was the site of the Roman era fort of Mamucium or Mancunium which gave its name to Manchester. Including several bars and restaurants which are particularly popular during the summer months when people flock to the area to enjoy the large outdoor drinking areas and regular live music events. Find Dukes 92, Choice Bar & Restaurant and Lava Bar within the Castlefield basin.
Home of the National Football Museum in Manchester city centre, founded to preserve, conserve and interpret important collections of football memorabilia.
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Urbis Building
Corporation StreetHome of the National Football Museum in Manchester city centre, founded to preserve, conserve and interpret important collections of football memorabilia.
Manchester Cathedral, seat of the Bishop of Manchester and the city's parish church. Visit 'Proper Tea' while you're there. Proper Tea offers a contemporary take on the traditional British tearoom, serving fine loose leaf teas alongside fresh homemade meals and delicious hand crafted treats. Perfect for afternoon teas, cream teas and cakes alongside hearty stews, soups and sandwiches.
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Манчестерска катедрала
Victoria StreetManchester Cathedral, seat of the Bishop of Manchester and the city's parish church. Visit 'Proper Tea' while you're there. Proper Tea offers a contemporary take on the traditional British tearoom, serving fine loose leaf teas alongside fresh homemade meals and delicious hand crafted treats. Perfect for afternoon teas, cream teas and cakes alongside hearty stews, soups and sandwiches.
The oldest free public reference library in the United Kingdom.
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Chetham's Library
Long MillgateThe oldest free public reference library in the United Kingdom.
Coronation Street The Tour gives you the chance to explore the sensational outdoor sets at MediaCityUK.
An 80 minute experience taking in the exterior sets of Coronation Street, Rosamund Street and the newly extended, never before seen Victoria Street.
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Туристичка тура на Коронационата улица
Trafford Wharf RoadCoronation Street The Tour gives you the chance to explore the sensational outdoor sets at MediaCityUK.
An 80 minute experience taking in the exterior sets of Coronation Street, Rosamund Street and the newly extended, never before seen Victoria Street.
BBC Tour at MediaCityUK
http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/tours/media_city
CBBC Interactive Tour for kids aged 6-11 years
http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/tours/cbbc_interactive
IMPORTANT - Photo ID and Security
Please note that visitors to the BBC (aged 18 or over) must bring photo ID such as a driving licence, passport or travel card.
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BBC Dock House
The QuaysBBC Tour at MediaCityUK
http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/tours/media_city
CBBC Interactive Tour for kids aged 6-11 years
http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/tours/cbbc_interactive
IMPORTANT - Photo ID and Security
Please note that visitors to the BBC (aged 18 or over) must bring photo ID such as a driving licence, passport or travel card.
Museum & Stadium Tour at Old Trafford. Visit https://www.manutd.com/en/help/faqs/museum-stadium-tour-and-red-cafe
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Манчестер Јунајтед ФК
Sir Matt Busby WayMuseum & Stadium Tour at Old Trafford. Visit https://www.manutd.com/en/help/faqs/museum-stadium-tour-and-red-cafe
Parks & Nature
Cathedral Gardens is an open space in Manchester city centre. It is bounded by Victoria railway station to the north, Chetham's School of Music to the west, the perimeter of Manchester Cathedral and The Triangle on Fennel Street to the south and Urbis to the east.
Цатхедрал Гарденс
Corporation StreetCathedral Gardens is an open space in Manchester city centre. It is bounded by Victoria railway station to the north, Chetham's School of Music to the west, the perimeter of Manchester Cathedral and The Triangle on Fennel Street to the south and Urbis to the east.
Heaton Park is a municipal park in Manchester covering an area of over 600 acres. The park includes the grounds of a Grade I listed, neoclassical 18th century country house, Heaton Hall.
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Heaton Park
Sheepfoot LaneHeaton Park is a municipal park in Manchester covering an area of over 600 acres. The park includes the grounds of a Grade I listed, neoclassical 18th century country house, Heaton Hall.
Tucked away behind House of Fraser, this pretty square is a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of nearby Deansgate. Plonk yourself down on a park bench and admire the historic buildings bounding it in the surrounding conservation area.
Parsonage Gardens
Saint Mary's ParsonageTucked away behind House of Fraser, this pretty square is a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of nearby Deansgate. Plonk yourself down on a park bench and admire the historic buildings bounding it in the surrounding conservation area.
St John Street Garden is small but perfectly formed! It's a good spot to go to if you’re heading over towards the Museum of Science & Industry.
The garden lies between Lower Byrom Street, Byrom Street and Quay Street. Formerly the site of St John’s Church and graveyard, it is now home to an urban orchard as well as lawns, flower beds and plenty of benches.
Nine St John Street
9 St John StSt John Street Garden is small but perfectly formed! It's a good spot to go to if you’re heading over towards the Museum of Science & Industry.
The garden lies between Lower Byrom Street, Byrom Street and Quay Street. Formerly the site of St John’s Church and graveyard, it is now home to an urban orchard as well as lawns, flower beds and plenty of benches.
Peel Park was the first public park in the United Kingdom funded entirely by the people’s subscription, to officially open. Created in 1846, it was free to use and brought all Salford residents together.
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Peel Park
The CrescentPeel Park was the first public park in the United Kingdom funded entirely by the people’s subscription, to officially open. Created in 1846, it was free to use and brought all Salford residents together.
Opening 30 July 2020: RHS Garden Bridgewater, a new spectacular 154-acre garden, transforming the historic grounds of Worsley New Hall, Salford, into a beautiful green place for the local community and visitors to enjoy all year-round.
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Врт РХС Бриџвотер
Occupation RoadOpening 30 July 2020: RHS Garden Bridgewater, a new spectacular 154-acre garden, transforming the historic grounds of Worsley New Hall, Salford, into a beautiful green place for the local community and visitors to enjoy all year-round.
Night Life
Grade II-listed building. "Britain's most bohemian back-street boozer" The Guardian. This Salford real ale pub has three refurbished theatres (one in the cellar) and artist studios - a bit more than your average boozer. The King’s Arms has been used as film location for TV shows such as Fresh Meat, Cracker and Cold Feet.
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The Kings Arms
11 Bloom StGrade II-listed building. "Britain's most bohemian back-street boozer" The Guardian. This Salford real ale pub has three refurbished theatres (one in the cellar) and artist studios - a bit more than your average boozer. The King’s Arms has been used as film location for TV shows such as Fresh Meat, Cracker and Cold Feet.
Known for their forward thinking beer ideas, microbrewery stance and roster of industrial interiors, this city centre plot is the perfect place to grab a pint of craft's finest.
The Dockyard Spinningfields
4 Irwell SquareKnown for their forward thinking beer ideas, microbrewery stance and roster of industrial interiors, this city centre plot is the perfect place to grab a pint of craft's finest.
A cocktail bar & restaurant that celebrates molecular mixology, alchemy and craftsmanship. Drinks are served in all manner of vessels with theatre and panache with food served morning, noon and night. Changing colours, dry ice, hot and cold sensations and elements of nostalgia can all be found within the four walls of the menu.
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The Alchemist Spinningfields
3 Hardman StA cocktail bar & restaurant that celebrates molecular mixology, alchemy and craftsmanship. Drinks are served in all manner of vessels with theatre and panache with food served morning, noon and night. Changing colours, dry ice, hot and cold sensations and elements of nostalgia can all be found within the four walls of the menu.
Rustic-style pub offering international food including deli boards, plus ale and beer tasting.
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The Oast House
CourtyardRustic-style pub offering international food including deli boards, plus ale and beer tasting.
Bespoke cocktails & carefully crafted dishes. Treat yourself to afternoon tea or enjoy one of the many highlights including weekend shows, featuring performers every Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday.
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Menagerie Restaurant & Bar
New Bailey StreetBespoke cocktails & carefully crafted dishes. Treat yourself to afternoon tea or enjoy one of the many highlights including weekend shows, featuring performers every Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday.
"Band on the Wall has been a cornerstone of Manchester’s thriving music and cultural landscape for the greater part of a century. Their mission is to promote equality and diversity through music and to bring leading artists from around the world to the stage."
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Band on the Wall
25 Swan St"Band on the Wall has been a cornerstone of Manchester’s thriving music and cultural landscape for the greater part of a century. Their mission is to promote equality and diversity through music and to bring leading artists from around the world to the stage."
A four-storey sanctuary for musicians and music-lovers, with a different vibe on every level. Gig venue, club nights and great food from Firebird Hope & Pepperoni Playboy.
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YES
38 Charles StA four-storey sanctuary for musicians and music-lovers, with a different vibe on every level. Gig venue, club nights and great food from Firebird Hope & Pepperoni Playboy.
Basement club with regular nights including underground house and techno.
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South
4A S King StBasement club with regular nights including underground house and techno.
The Refuge Basement is curated by DJs-turned-restaurateurs, Luke Cowdrey and Justin Crawford of the award-winning Volta in West Didsbury. The club is in the basement, formerly Copperface Jacks.
Tempus restaurant can also be found at The Refuge.
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The Refuge
Oxford StreetThe Refuge Basement is curated by DJs-turned-restaurateurs, Luke Cowdrey and Justin Crawford of the award-winning Volta in West Didsbury. The club is in the basement, formerly Copperface Jacks.
Tempus restaurant can also be found at The Refuge.
Funkademia - Funk Soul Disco and Party Tunes
46-50 Oldham St
Club Liv Manchester
111A DeansgateAlbert Hall
27 Peter StMusic venue in the heart of Manchester.
Gay Village