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Brief Discription
Manchester's famous Gay Village has one of the most diverse range of bars and clubs that can be found anywhere in the world. There is something for everyone whether you're Gay, Straight or simply curious! You will find all the info you need below. (Alphabetical Order) |
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AXM Club
The multi-award-winning venue moved to the Hollywood Studio & Lounge site a year ago promising bigger and better club nights and boy have they delivered! Spread across two large floors, AXM provides late night clubbing to all.
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Address: 100 Bloom Street, Manchester, M1 3LY
Tel: 0161 228 7474 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Baa Bar
The vibrant chain of bars throughout the North West has a home in the village offering amazingly cheap drinks and a vast range of shooters. The bar may be small in size but it has a big appeal and attracts a young crowd. |
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Address: 27 Sackville Street, Manchester, M1 3LZ
Tel: 0161 247 7997 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Bar Below
This small intimate bar on Canal Street is different from anything else you will find in the village. Unique decor and subtle lighting sets the mood. With comfortable seating and great facilities this should be a destination to make. |
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Address: 34 Canal Street, Manchester, M1 3WD
Tel: 0161 236 5757 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Brasserie on Portland
The bar part of the Brasserie on Portland is a cosy, chic venue offering a relaxed atmosphere and the perfect rendez-vous destination for meeting friends before heading out into the rest of the village. With great offers and cocktails. |
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Address: 101 Portland Street, Manchester, M1 6DF
Tel: 0161 236 5122 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Churchills
Definately a place to party. No matter what you are looking for, Churchills has it in abundance! From resident DJs and drag queens to karaoke nights. Open til late - Churchills is one of the busiest bars on Canal Street. |
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Address: 37 Chorlton Street, Manchester, M1 3HN
Tel: 0161 236 5529 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Club Alter Ego
Formerly called Mutz Nutz, Club Alter Ego has two large rooms providing the community with two different styles of music! The refurbishment has made this place look great and is the home of the infamous Poptastic club nights. |
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Address: 105 Princess Street, Manchester, M1 6DD
Tel: 0161 236 9266 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Company Bar
Down below Richmond Street, Company Bar is dedicated to men looking for men. A small, dark space offering visitors to the Gay Village something different. An ideal destination for men, bears and fetish lovers. |
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Address: 28 Richmond Street, Manchester, M1 3NB
Tel: 0161 237 9329 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Coyotes
A great addition to the village. Coyotes boasts the best in home grown entertainment with something different each night from their resident DJs. Top that off with live football match screenings, karaoke and great drink offers. |
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Address: 14 Chorlton Street, Manchester, M1 3HW
Tel: 0161 236 4007 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Crunch2
The new kid on the block, Crunch2 has brought a vibrant new look to Canal Street as well as some of the cheapest drink offers around. In the former home of AXM Bar, the venue is still open whilst under-going an amazing face-lift. |
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Address: 10 Canal Street, Manchester, M1 3EZ
Tel: 0161 236 6005 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Cruz 101
Seventeen years on and Manchester's favourite Gay club is still going strong. Providing the community with some of the best club nights around and always putting on a great show whenever it comes to their themed nights. |
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Address: 101 Princess Street, Manchester, M1 6DD
Tel: 0161 950 0101 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Eden
A contemporary style bar that doubles as a restaurant. A short walk across the bridge over the canal takes you to a warm, comfortable place to dine or simply meet friends. Also has an outdoor barge seating area. |
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Address: Amazon House, Manchester, M1 3PW
Tel: 0161 237 9852 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Essential
The superclub of the village has recently re-invented itself again after a half a million pound refurbishment. Split across 3 floors, Essential provides luxury seating, new and improved club arena and an extended pop lounge. |
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Address: 8 Minshull Street, Manchester, M1 3EF
Tel: 0161 237 5445 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Federation
The massive club event that has made its mark across the UK comes to Manchester seasonal to give us all a party that never fails to deliver! With sexy dancers, awesome DJs and so much more everyone seems to go there! |
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Address: Manchester (The Ritz unless stated)
Tel: 08701 245 567 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Homoelectric
The club night that has been around in Manchester for some time now. With a statement that reads for 'Homos, Heteros, Lesbos and Don't Knows' you know your in for an alternative night out should you go. Takes place at Legends! |
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Address: Manchester (Legends unless stated)
Tel: 0161 236 5400 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Legends
Out at the far end of the village, Legends is a fantastic maze of a venue with three levels, four unique areas and different atmosphere in each zone. Foam parties are a favourite here and it certainly suits its name! |
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Address: 4 - 6 Whitworth Street, Manchester, M1 3QW
Tel: 0161 236 5400 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Manto
One of the original venues that kick started the village recently celebrated its 18th birthday. It set the scene with the legendary Breakfast Club. Recently changes in ownership will see Manto return to its popular club roots! |
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Address: 46 Canal Street, Manchester, M1 3WD
Tel: 0161 236 2667 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Monroes
On the corner opposite Piccadilly Station lies Monroes. A great budget hotel ideal for short stay travellers and only a throws walk to the village. Offering cheap rates, pleasant staff and meals available when you book. |
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Address: 38 London Road, Manchester, M1 2PF
Tel: 0161 236 0564 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Napoleons
Probably the oldest gay venue in the village. A favourite destination for the Transgender community. With two floors and a beer garden to the rear of the building. The venue has recently undergone a minor make-over. |
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Address: 33 Bloom Street, Manchester, M1 3LY
Tel: 0161 236 8800 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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New Union (The)
Always fun, friendly and entertaining, the New Union is a great place to have a drink either in the old bar side or in the club area where you can also see a host of show put on by the show-girls team. Karaoke is also a bit hit here! |
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Address: 111 Princess Street, Manchester, M1 6JB
Tel: 0161 228 1492 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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New York, New York
Well New York, New York is another venue that has recently had a facelift and the place looks fantastic. Blending in the modern with classic church style pews, Tracey's place is always a destination to make when out in the village! |
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Address: 94 Bloom Street, Manchester, M1 3LY
Tel: 0161 236 6556 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Outpost (The)
The credit crunch beating bar on the edge of the village located right next door to Legends nightclub. Great place to meet friends, have a snack or play a game of pool and is the perfect warm-up to the club next door! |
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Address: 4 - 6 Whitworth Street, Manchester, M1 3QW
Tel: 0161 236 5400 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Overdraught (The)
Looking for something different than all the usual village venues or just looking for somewhere to go before heading to 5th Avenue then this is the place to be. Cheap drinks and much more on offer make this a cool alternative! |
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Address: 121 Princess Street, Manchester, M1
Tel: XXXX XXX XXX | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Poptastic
Whether it's Indie music or a delightful blast of camp Pop music, then Poptastic has it for you in spades! Always a fun night out, the famous club night is hosted by Club Alter Ego (formerly Mutz Nutz) every Tuesday night! Cheap and cheerful. |
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Address: 105 Princess Street, Manchester, M1 6DD
Tel: 07974 248 247 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Queer
A very modern, contemporary bar and cafe at the top end of Canal Street. The ultimate place to go for any warm-up to an Essential night out! The home of Morning Glory and Glam. Free internet terminals are available for use. |
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Address: 4 Canal Street, Manchester, M1 3HE
Tel: 0161 228 1360 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Rembrandt (The)
Recently taken over by new ownership, the Rembrandt stands on the corner of Sackville Street and Canal Street. With a well light bar and hotel accomodation above, the place generally sees bears and the prairie dogs put on a display. |
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Address: 33 Sackville Street, Manchester, M1 3LZ
Tel: 0161 236 1311 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Sugar Pops
The outrageous cabaret show brought you to by the team behind Poptastic. Join Viva la Diva and her companions every Sunday night for a gob-smacking show - if you are easily offended then this perhaps is not for you! Hosted by AXM. |
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Address: 100 Bloom Street, Manchester, M1 3LY
Tel: 07974 248 247 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Spirit
A vibrant mix of style and sophistication makes Spirit one of the most unique venues in the village. Fully equiped with a restaurant and an open air beer garden on the room gives those who can't kick the habit a place to relax. |
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Address: 63 Richmond Street, Manchester, M1 3WB
Tel: 0161 237 9725 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Taurus
This award-winning bar and restaurant is situated at the top of Canal Street. A warm, rich venue that features local art on the walls and holds unique plays in the room downstairs. An active sponsor for many of the village's organisations. |
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Address: 1 Canal Street, Manchester, M1 3HE
Tel: 0161 236 4593 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Thompsons Arms (The)
The name has been around since the early 60's but the Thompsons Arms Gay status has been out there for over ten years. A large venue with two floors. Brightly lit and colourful and attracts a diverse crowd of all ages! |
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Address: 23 Sackville Street, Manchester, M1 3LZ
Tel: 0161 228 3012 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Tribeca
Bringing you an American style bar, Tribeca is lavishly decorated with multiple levels making it a great place to relax and unwind. The music is a mix of soft jazz and cool chill-out sounds which goes a little more upbeat in the evening. |
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Address: 50 Sackville Street, Manchester, M1 3WF
Tel: 0161 236 8300 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Vanilla
A multi-award-winning venue regarded as the "lesbian mecca of the north" and seen as the UK's leading lesbian bar. A bright space across two floors with clean modern seating areas and a pool table - a 'must go' for any girl! |
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Address: 39 Richmond Street, Manchester, M1 3WB
Tel: 0161 657 8890 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Velvet
Recently Velvet has seen a massive financial investment transform this delightable venue into a beautiful rich decadent spot on Canal Street. An extensive range of beers, cocktails and wines are available.. |
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Address: 2 Canal Street, Manchester, M1 3HE
Tel: 0161 236 9003 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Via
Part of the nationally famous pub chain, Via in Manchester stands out with its rustic wooden interior creates an atmosphere like no-other. There are many levels and great places to sit and relax away from the crowds as it gets busy! |
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Address: 28 Canal Street, Manchester, M1 3EZ
Tel: 0161 236 6523 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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View
Having recently had a bit of a make-over, View now attracts a bigger crowd. Hosting some of the village's favourite DJs and drag queens and ocassionally has special live performances from some of the best up-coming UK singers. |
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Address: 8 Canal Street, Manchester, M1 3EZ
Tel: 0161 236 9300 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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Wild Fruit
One of Brighton's club institutions has made its way North and now holds special club nights seasonally at superclub Essential. Bringing you an alternative to Federation, you'd better expect the unexpected when they arrive! |
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Address: 7a Middle Street, Brighton, BN1 1AL
Tel: 01273 327 083 | Web: Click here to view | Profile: Click here to view |
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