Fred’s Ale House
Sarah-Clare Conlon, Literature Editor
Home of six real ales, coffee house, art gallery, live music, Verbose spoken word, pop-up pizza…
What's on near Fred’s Ale House
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May Half-Term Family Fun at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House
Enjoy family-friendly fun over the half-term holidays.
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Elizabeth Gaskell’s House 10 Year Anniversary
Throughout 2025, Elizabeth Gaskell’s House is celebrating its tenth anniversary, having first opened to the public a decade ago.
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Outdoor Art Club at The Whitworth
Enjoy fun and creative activities designed to encourage your little ones to play in nature.
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JMW Turner: In Light and Shade at the Whitworth
The Whitworth celebrates the 250th anniversary of Turner’s birth with ‘JMW Turner: In Light and Shade’, showcasing his works on paper.
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Women in Revolt! Art and Activism in the UK 1970-1990
The Whitworth presents ‘Women in Revolt! Art and Activism in the UK 1970-1990’, a landmark show about women’s rebellion and creativity.
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Sacred Harp Singing in Whitworth Gallery
Join Manchester Sacred Harp for an afternoon of uplifting four-part harmony social singing at Whitworth Art Gallery.
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Małgorzata Mirga-Tas at the Whitworth
The Whitworth presents the vibrant textile works of Małgorzata Mirga-Tas, which capture the history and daily lives of Roma communities.
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Secrets of The University of Manchester with Interior Visits
Epic architecture, hidden green spaces and ideas that changed the world. Explore the rich history of achievement at The University of Manchester.
From £20.00Where to go near Fred’s Ale House
Manchester
Cibus Pizza
High-quality Italian food in Levenshulme, with friendly staff and an ever-changing but always excellent menu.
Levenshulme
Bankley Studios and Gallery Manchester
Bankley Studios and Gallery is an artist-run gallery space and artists studios in Levenshulme, Manchester. It currently houses over 30 artists working across a range of disciplines including painting, textiles, photography, installation, sculpture and ceramics.
Levenshulme
Jandol Lebanese Restaurant
Jandol is a Lebanese restaurant in Levenshulme, serving up stunning food with a warm welcome.
Levenshulme
Levenshulme Market
One of the best in the city, Levenshulme Market brings new businesses, arts and lots of delicious food to a carpark in Levenshulme on a weekly basis.
Levenshulme
Gaijin Dumpling House
Gaijin Dumpling House serves up steamed dumplings and innovative versions of classic East Asian dishes.
Levenshulme
Isca Wines
Now in a new, improved location, Isca Wines is still the heart of wine and small plates in Levenshulme.
Levenshulme
Station Hop
Cosy, colourful bar in Levenshulme. Station Hop is an independent tap house and bottle shop, located close to Levenshulme station.
Levenshulme
Sips And Dips
Levenshulme’s Sips & Dips serves up excellent Lebanese food at pocket-friendly prices.
Levenshulme
Long Boi’s Bakehouse
A woman-owned and woman-ran neighbourhood bakery in Levenshulme, serving fresh cakes and pastries daily.
Manchester
Station South
Station South is a cycle cafe, bar, bike workshop and urban garden based in Levenshulme, based on the site of an old railway station.
Levenshulme
Levenshulme Old Library
A former Carnegie library, now operating as a community-powered arts venue.
Levenshulme
The Talleyrand, Levenshulme
A bar and event space, The Talleyrand is one of several establishments helping to make Levenshulme a destination in its own right.
Manchester District Guides
Culture Guides
Music in the North
Gigs are coming in hot this spring – from long-awaited returns to one-off happenings you’ll blink and miss (unless you’re paying attention).
Exhibitions in the North
From city-wide art festivals to open-air sculptural installations, we have exhibitions from all around the North, both indoors and out.
Theatre in the North
Eclectic as ever. You'll find inventive reworkings, world-class contemporary dance and Greater Manchester's inaugural Improv Festival in our guide.
Family things to do in the North
With these lighter, brighter days and warmer temperatures, it's really starting to feel like summer here in the North West!
Tours and Activities in the North
Books, beer and burlesque. Dive into a glorious tangle of joyful happenings.
Food and Drink in the North
The sun is shining in the North, so use our guide to get out there and eat, drink and be merry in it.
Literature Events in the North
We've got laughs and we've got leftfield on the live literature radar this month. Something for everyone, from poets playing with form to short story writers looking long.
Classical Music in the North
Read our latest highlights from the live classical music offer in Manchester and the North, taking in a number of the region's most cherished orchestral forces and venues.