The Bread Shed
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The Bread Shed

The Bread Shed is 480 capacity event space off Oxford Road in Manchester. The venue plays host to regular live music, club nights, comedy and much more.
The Bread Shed is 480 capacity event space off Oxford Road in Manchester. The venue plays host to regular live music, club nights, comedy and much more.
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Free entryHip hop, carnival, salsa and bhangra come together for a summer celebration of street dance. Round up your friends and family and get ready to move.
From £3.00Desi Nation takes over Aviva Studios with a night of fresh sounds, live performance and cultural pride, as part of this month’s Factory Spotlight.
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