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But by the time dusk sets in a number of the streets are illuminated by fairy lights. These bulbs go hand in hand with some of the city’s most colourful characters who strut below them on a nightly basis. While being LGBT inclusive, the Village makes a point not to be exclusive. People from all walks of life pop by, no matter their age, sex or ethnicity. It’s true that different sections may cater towards a certain clientele - such as Vanilla that has a female-inclined door policy, or the strict male-only policy at Company Bar on Richmond Street.
Other venues, like The Molly House on Richmond Street, tend to fill up with less rambunctious punters. With so many options it’s simply a matter of preference. Looking to find out more about Manchester’s Gay Village? Then try ‘www.canal-st.co.uk’ for its maps, information and news features.
— 01 ONBar, Canal Street Manchester Pride Festival 2015
Three floors of bars and entertainment await you behind the large and welcoming doors of Bar Pop. John Hamilton’s long running Manchester nightclub, called ‘Poptastic’, was the inspiration for the name of his Canal St bar. Open late every night Bar Pop has a wide calendar of events with something for everyone including the popular Sunday night Drag Roulette to the Rock Disco night. If this isn’t enough then the bar prices are certainly another attraction with pints at £2.00. As John says it’s a IndieDiscoElectroHomoMadHiphopBritPopFunkyKindaShagtasticQueerThing… LOVE POP : LOVE BEER : LOVE YOU
BarPopOffical @BarPopMCR Address 10 Canal St Manchester M1 3EZ Opening hours Daily - 2pm till very late
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