Day-time in Manchester
Gay village
Manchester boasts one of the friendliest, busiest and most stylish gay districts in Britain. Set along the canal, glass fronted bars and restaurants provide the perfect meeting place – chill out with friends, sip coffee, enjoy an alfresco lunch and watch the boys and girls go by.
The one square mile district around Canal Street is also home to a number of gay-friendly businesses ranging from doctors to hairdressers, all of which give the district a distinct identity and atmosphere.
Top must-visit places include: Essential – Manchester’s busiest and biggest superclub; Taurus – gorgeous food and superb service; Vanilla – a bar for women and their gay male friends only; and Hollywood Showbar – ultra camp karaoke sessions and cabaret.
Manchester Pride is an annual event celebrating the best of gay, lesbian and transgender life with 10 days of art, entertainment, sporting activities and cultural events culminating with the Big Weekend. Visit www.manchesterpride.com for further details.