The
converted arches on Whitworth Street West, at the bottom end of
Deansgate house some of the most popular bars in the city centre.
Not to be mistaken with the Deansgate area of town (a mile walk
away), 'The Locks', as they are better known locally, are famous
for their trendy yet somewhat pretentious bars and clubs, most being
owned by Manchester-based companies.
The
ten railway arches are now home to only four bars, and a comedy club,
all with a walkway and bridge hanging over the canal below. The tram
station at the G-Mex sits proudly above, whilst Deansgate train station
is just across the road. There's a handful of other bars here well
worth exploring, many dating back to the vibrant times of the Hacienda,
which once sat on the corner overlooking this spot. Castlefield, long
since the most popular area of town, is next door whilst Oxford Road
Station is only a 5 minute walk away.
=
real ale, 
=
cocktail menu, 
= food served, 
= disco, 
= live music, 
= live sports, 
= pool table, 
= beer garden
