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Band on the Wall

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Type:Event Venue

25 Swan Street
Northern Quarter
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M4 5JZ

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Band on the Wall is located in the Northern Quarter, just 10 minutes walk from Piccadilly Gardens bus station and 15 minutes walk from both Piccadilly and Victoria train Stations. There are several bike racks located immediately outside the venue. We encourage visitors to use public transport or to walk/cycle wherever possible.

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4.5 of 5 stars
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      186
    • Very Good
      35
    • Average
      3
    • Poor
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    • Terrible
      10

    Recent Reviews:

    • 927stuarts
      Awesome sound quality.
      5 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 22nd August 2023
      Went to see Russian Circles. What a cracking venue! The bass was insane. I'll keep my eye on future listings. An excellent night. Read full review
    • Mark M
      Lancaster, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Solo travel
      Top venue.
      4 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 5th September 2023
      Top venue. Great sound. Visited many times recently. Just a minor gripe. Charley Crockett last night. Onstage at 9.20pm? Please can we get artistes during the week on earlier. My last train home... Read full review
    • shelley u
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Excellent venue with great drinks
      5 of 5 stars
      Monday, 11th September 2023
      Excellent venue. You are really up close to the bands and have a great view. Great choice of drinks and well priced. Perfect location next to the northern quarter Read full review

    Dates and Opening Times

    Season (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023)

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