While wandering along an apparently deserted stretch of canal, having fled the über-trendy Deansgate bars, we stumbled across a glorious beer garden with crowds of relaxed and friendly drinkers basking in the golden sunshine of a July evening and enjoying a feisty barbecue. Great atmosphere, great canals and bridges (both 19th century and modern) round about.
92 Castle Street, Castlefield, Manchester. Tel. 0161 839 8646