Whitworth Locke | Exploring

The un-official capital of the North. It's all happening up in Manchester - from the best food to the best music.

CITY OF CULTURE. LOUD AND PROUD. MANCHESTER HUMS WITH AN ENERGY AND VIBRANCY LIKE NO OTHER. A DESTINATION FOR GREAT, INNOVATIVE FOOD, CUTTING EDGE MUSIC AND OF COURSE, FOOTBALL.

Bright young things.

With culture and creativity in abundance, it's not hard to see why Manchester has seen an influx of young-spirited people from across the UK. The city is known for pioneering, underground sub-culture movements. And there's event spaces and festivals popping up all over the place.
For everyone and anybody.

Manchester has a thriving LGBTQ+ scene and is proud to celebrate equality, diversity and inclusion. It annually hosts one of the world's leading Pride celebrations.
Northern powerhouse.

Ever-evolving. Skin-shedding. The home of the industrial revolution is brimming with life. Old red brick buildings, a symbol of the North, stand in the shadow of the old mills, as the city and it's people re-write its already great story.

LOCAL TASTES.

Key lime pie to fresh oysters.

Foundation Coffee House
On-site
We've teamed up with local stalwart The Foundation Coffee House to offer guests and locals premium coffee.
Idle Hands
35 Dale St, M1 2HF
Great coffee. A daily rotation of sweet pies. Great brunch food. Where you can also pick up a bottle of natural wine or beer for later.
0.6 miles, 11 mins' walk
Peru Perdu
On-site
Peru Perdu is a Peruvian-inspired restaurant, offering UWA – Uruguayan Wet Aged – steaks and ceviches.
Pot Kettle Black
Barton Arcade, M3 2BW
Independent coffee, brunch, and baked goods. Inspired by the coffee cultures of Australia and New Zealand. Plenty of vegan and GF options.
0.7 miles, 14 mins' walk
Society
Basement, 100 Barbirolli Sq, M2 3BD
A new addition to the city’s cultural scene. Society has street food, craft beers, wines, and cocktails all served by independent traders.
0.3 miles, 7 mins' walk
Street Urchin
72 Great Ancoats St, M4 5BG
An ‘English Market Diner', find a menu full of fresh fish, unique meat dishes like ox cheek poutine and the signature dish ‘Manchester moneybags’.
0.7 miles, 15 mins' walk
Tast Catala
20 – 22 King St, M2 6AG
Catalonian small plates, using traditional techniques such as a Charcoal oven, adding a unique flavour to dishes. Find Butifarra to Catalan sausage.
0.6 miles, 11 mins' walk

SOUNDS OF THE NORTH.

Acid-trance to late-night beats.

ALL THE FEELS.

Behind Closed Doors
93 Oldham St, M4 1LW
Paying homage to 1920s speakeasies with a 70s erotica twist, Behind Closed Doors offers great cocktails, DJs and an upbeat atmosphere.
0.7 miles, 14 mins' walk
Brickhouse Social
11-13 New Wakefield St, M1 5NP
Another hybrid-bar with a roof-top terrace, taproom serving up rustic pizzas and underground club and event space.
0.3 miles, 6 mins' walk
Mint Lounge
46-50 Oldham St, M4 1LE
One of the city’s most treasured dance floors, find disco, garage and more. Mint focuses on developing new talent from the area.
0.7 miles, 14 mins' walk
Salut Wines
11 Cooper Street, M2 2FW
A wine bar and shop, with a broad and extensive range of over 400 wines. You can even try one of their tasting events to learn more.
0.3 miles, 7 mins' walk
SOUP
31-33 Spear St, M1 1DF
A local favourite. A communal-style café during the day. By night one of the city’s premier gig and club venues, hosting the latest hype artists.
0.6 miles, 11 mins' walk
Yes
38 Charles St, M1 7DB
Once an auction house now one of Manchester’s coolest spaces. Split across four floors you’ll find a club, dining, gigs and DJs.
0.2 miles, 4 mins' walk

MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE.

Feel good homewares to street style.

3 Hand's Deli
Deansgate Mews, M3 4EN
Despite the size its packed with specialty goods with both the usual cheeses and fresh loafs. But also, more unusual items like venison salami.
0.7 miles, 14 mins' walk
Feel Good Club
26-28 Hilton St, M1 2EH
A mental health and wellbeing café selling a collection of both homeware and lifestyle products alongside their own clothing range.
0.6 miles, 13 mins' walk
Hallé St Peter’s, Cutting Room Square
40 Blossom Street, Ancoats, M4 6BF
Home to the Hallé Orchestra, a Grade II listed former church, try and catch one of the small performances or partake in a workshop.
0.9 miles, 18 mins' walk
Hatch
103 Oxford Rd, M1 7ED
A place to shop, eat and drink. Full of independent retailers and eateries along with rooftop terraces and communal spaces.
0.7 miles, 13 mins' walk
Holden Gallery at Manchester School of Art
Grosvenor Building, Cavendish St. M15 6BR
The Faculty of Art and Design offers an ongoing programme of presentations and exhibitions as a major exhibitor of student and staff work.
0.5 miles, 10 mins' walk
HOME
2 Tony Wilson Pl, M15 4FN
Experience all the arts. From international independent films, art galleries, dance shows, theatre and more. Worth a visit.
0.4 mile, 7 mins' walk
Oi Polloi
63 Thomas St, M4 1LQ
Manchester based store stocking contemporary men’s clothing and footwear. Find brand’s such as Carhartt, Norse Projects among others.
0.7 miles, 15 mins' walk

Last Saturday of every month

Peru Perdu, Whitworth Locke

Chandon Garden Spritz Bottomless Drag Brunch

Spring has sprung so let us introduce you to our new Bottomless Drag Brunch hosted by Queens The Chastity Stone and Jake Daniel Evans.

First Saturday of every month

Peru Perdu, Whitworth Locke

Ceviche Masterclasses

Gain a unique insight into the mechanics & flavourings of Peru's most famous dish.

Every Sunday

The Conservatory Bar

Whitworth Locke Sunday Sessions

Acoustic and lo-fi performances from local performers.

Tuesdays & Thursdays

Locker Gym, Whitworth Locke

Witness The Fitness

Start your week right with strength training led by inhouse coach Katie Lees.

Every Tuesday

Storehouse, Whitworth Locke

Swing Dance Class & Social

Learn vintage swing dancing in the classic Lindy Hop style from 1930s Harlem.

Your guide to mindful gifting around Manchester.

Wondering how to shop more sustainably this festive season, look no further. Friend of Locke, Jordan Bunker, shares his favourite spots around Manchester for thoughtful gifting.

Gather Round at Locke: Festive Fun in Manchester.

Manchester comes alive during the festive season. With its infamous Christmas Markets and various other festive attractions popping up throughout the city, The perfect place for a festive city break.

The Rainy City: Meet Manchester based artist Pete Obsolete.

We headed up to Manchester, to meet artist Pete Obsolete, the designer behind a series of unique illustrations found on Whitworth Locke’s keycards, umbrellas and new uniform.