If you want to find out what's going on in 'alternative' Manchester - go to the Basement. A space for people to meet, eat and take action on a range of social causes. There's also a shop stocking a range of ethical and vegetarian wares.
24 Lever Street, Manchester
Tiny little bar in converted public toilets. Dark and full of atmosphere. Wide range of bottled world beers.
Great Bridgewater Street
M1 5JW, Manchester, Just off Oxford Street
Bar. Perfect place for pre and post Academy gig drinks. Friendly staff, good drinks and music. Chat to the artists who hang out there before and after gigs.
Oxford Road, just along from Manchester University Student's Union, The Academy.
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