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Seven Bro7hers Beerhouse Ancoats
Location: Ancoats
About: Locally brewed craft beer is the perfect drink to cool you off when the Manchester sun emerges and what better place than an independent beerhouse!
Amenities: Cutting Room Square is a lovely little sun trap in Ancoats that is quickly becoming the hub of independents and Seven Bro7hers lead the way when it comes to drinks. With tables and chairs in the centre of the square you can enjoy that IPA, Lager or variety of other beers just a few miles from where it was brewed.
Address: The Ice Plant, 39 Blossom St, Manchester M4 5AF
Telephone: 0161 228 2404
Dukes 92
Location: Deansgate
About: Castlefield’s original bar and grill remains one of the area’s most popular drinking and dining spots, come rain or shine.
Amenities: Its vast waterside terrace is kitted out with two outdoor cooking stations, while concertina glass doors have been put in on the first-floor gallery so the entire space can be opened up on sunny days.
Address: 18 - 25 Castle Street, Castlefield, Manchester M3 4LZ
Telephone: 0161 839 8642
The Oast House
Location: Spinningfields
About: Situated in the heart of Spinningfields, this country style pub is famous for its lively beer garden, well stocked cellar of cask-conditioned ales and bustling atmosphere.
Amenities: Spacious patio complete with picnic benches and canopies. Expect an abundance of live musical entertainment throughout the summer.
Address: Crown Square, Manchester, M3 3AY
Telephone: 0161 829 3830
Roof Garden Playground
Location: Deansgate
About: Perched on top of the Great John Street Hotel, The Roof Garden Playground is one of Manchester's best kept al fresco secrets. Stylish and comfortable, the venue is famed for it's spectacular views across Deansgate and this is one of our favourite places to bask on a summer's day.
Amenities: If you really want to make the most of the weather, hire the terrace and hot tub area for a private party!
Address: Great John Street, Manchester, M3 4FD
Telephone: 0161 831 3211
Black Dog Ballroom
Location: Deansgate
About: When the sun's shining, party-loving Mancunians flock to Black Dog Ballroom for warm-weather drinks and bites from the grill. Plus just in case there's a sudden downpour (this is British summer time after all) there's also a roofed area to protect you from the elements.
Amenities: The terrace is decked out with a number of sofas and a medley of mismatched, multi-coloured tables and chairs.
Address: 11 - 13 New Wakefield Street, Manchester, M1 5NP
Telephone: 0161 236 4899
Novel Wines
Location: Your garden
About: Novel Wines specialise in delivering luxury wines to your door from the world's finest winemakers. It's that simple. Wine enthusiasts Ben Franks and Gyorgy Zsiga founded the independent online retailer Novel Wines to share wines you haven't tried before. Their range of wine will inspire you to discover your new favourite wine. Take your pick here.
Amenities: 100 unique, hand-selected wines at your doorstep! With no need to get ready, simply get the sun lounger out, sit back and relax!
Telephone: 01225 667311
Novel Wines
Location: Your garden
About: Novel Wines specialise in delivering luxury wines to your door from the world's finest winemakers. It's that simple. Wine enthusiasts Ben Franks and Gyorgy Zsiga founded the independent online retailer Novel Wines to share wines you haven't tried before. Their range of wine will inspire you to discover your new favourite wine. Take your pick here.
Amenities: 100 unique, hand-selected wines at your doorstep! With no need to get ready, simply get the sun lounger out, sit back and relax!
Telephone: 01225 667311
Lock 91
Location: Deansgate Locks
About: Built overlooking the waterfront, Lock 91 has a fantastic outdoor drinking area, ideal for passing the summer days and nights with friends and a bottle of wine.
Amenities: Heaters, parasols and an abundance of seats make Lock 91 the number one place for al fresco drinkers looking to catch some rays.
Address: 9 Century Street, Manchester, M3 4QL
Telephone: 0161 819 5444
The Wharf
Location: Castlefield
About: The Wharf is a canal side pub with six cask ales, a decent wine list of some 50 bins and over a hundred malts. This is a popular place to enjoy al fresco drinks with its stunning views out over the canal basin. Also serving delicious food, it's the perfect destination to make the most of a day in the sun.
Amenities: Sun-drenched outdoor patio scattered with outdoor seating featuring a water fountain and views of the beautiful canal.
Address: 6 Slate Wharf, Manchester M15 4ST
Telephone: 0161 220 2960