Hope Mill & AWOL Studios

Carmel Smickersgill, Tours & Activities Editor
Hope Mill & AWOL Studios
Image courtesy of Hope Mill & AWOL Studios.

AWOL Studios is a buzzing, creative hub in the heart of Ancoats. Providing flexible, affordable space for studios, workshops or offices. Their philosophy is to accommodate and support creatives from all backgrounds, no matter what discipline, practice or level of experience. AWOL is home to fine artists, fashion designers, tattooists, filmmakers, writers, jewellers, theatre performers, sculptors, photographers and many more, and they’re proud to provide a safe and secure base for such an extensive network.

113 Pollard Street, Ancoats, Manchester M4 7JAManchesterM4 7JA View map
Telephone: 01616377004 Visit Now

What's on near Hope Mill & AWOL Studios

Until
ComedyManchester
Killer Comedy Club

Killer Comedy Club showcases “the UK’s best upcoming and coming comedians” for a night of roof-raising laughs, with pop-up nights all across the North West.

from £12

Where to go near Hope Mill & AWOL Studios

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Flawd

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