Islington Mill

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Islington Mill

James Street, Salford, M3 5HW
0161 278 6404
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Islington Mill is a fiercely independent, artist-led hub with a thriving late-night scene. Since reopening following its 2017 redevelopment, the Grade II-listed mill has solidified its reputation as one of Greater Manchester’s most creatively vibrant venues.

Beyond its role as a multi-disciplinary arts centre – home to studios, residencies, exhibitions, festivals and workshops – the Mill runs a robust line-up of underground club nights. With a 24-hour licence and a no-attitude policy, the vibe is raw, inclusive, and experimental.

Standout nights include Mumble, a queer-focused deep-house and disco party; Partisan, an electronic club night rooted firmly in community values; and the monthly Scratch Nights, which showcase live-art and performance experiments that defy standard club formats. Plus, Lurid Ultra Hybrid brings bold, queer-centred nightlife to the mix.

Locals and visitors alike describe the Mill as a place where creativity and chaos collide in the best possible way – a DIY, boundary-pushing venue where the sound system may be imperfect, but the atmosphere is electric and free from pretence.

Bottom line, Islington Mill is not just a venue – it’s a late-night adventure. If you’re drawn to community-powered, genre-defying nights – encompassing disco, techno, performance art and queer culture – this is where the Mill’s true magic happens.

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