Crown Barbers
Ian Jones, Food and Drink Editor
Want a quick, no-fuss trim? Crown Barbers on Deansgate is an excellent choice. Always busy and impressively consistent, this is tailor-made for the city gent with no time to spare.
What's on near Crown Barbers
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Salsa workshops at Instituto Cervantes Manchester
Enter into the world of Salsa dancing with expert guidance and a friendly community at Instituto Cervantes Manchester.
from £63.00
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Whistle Punks Axe Throwing
This Autumn learn how to throw axes at large planks of wood with wild abandon. Whistle Punks have been bringing axe throwing to Manchester’s urban sprawl since February 2017. It’s the perfect way to let off some steam and indulge in some catharsis.
from £20
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The Laughienda Comedy Club
The Laughienda is an always-excellent, free live comedy night at The Lion’s Den in the Great Northern, just off Deansgate in Manchester.
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Mary Poppins at the Palace Theatre
Cameron Mackintosh and Disney’s spectacular production of the multi award-winning musical flies into Manchester.
from £15.00
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Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians
Get ready for a mystical, disgusting and hilarious adventure to Ancient Egypt that makes history fun for the whole family.
from £15.00
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Hamlet Hail to the Thief at Aviva Studios
A thrilling adaptation blending Shakespeare’s great tragedy with Radiohead’s seminal album in an intoxicating blend of theatre, music, and movement.
from £10.00
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Cycles at Aviva Studios
Exploring the beauty of movement its euphoric connection to music, the Olivier Award winning hip hop dance company, Boy Blue return with a brand-new show.
from £10.00
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Artist Social with Factory International
Artist Social for all creatives at any stage for their career to network, mingle and connect with Factory International.
Where to go near Crown Barbers
Manchester
Evuna Deansgate
Highly-regarded Spanish restaurant on Deansgate
Manchester
Another Hand
Another Hand is a new restaurant from team behind 3hands, offering casual dining at breakfast, lunch and dinner.
City Centre
AMC Cinema Manchester
A mainstream chain cinema showing a mix of new releases and blockbusters. Located in The Great Northern Warehouse complex.
Manchester
Instituto Cervantes
One of 87 Spanish language schools and cultural sharing centres Instituto Cervantes Manchester can be found on Deansgate.
City Centre
Ocean Treasure 235
This upmarket Cantonese restaurant is based in a casino, meaning you can fill your belly then go blow your wages, all in the same place!
City Centre
The Life Centre North
The Life Centre, just off Deansgate in Manchester, is a place which offers yoga and Pilates classes for people of all abilities.
Manchester
Whistle Punks Axe Throwing
Improve your aim, embrace the axe based catharsis and have a top quality time at Whistle Punks Axe Throwing.
City Centre
The Spirit of Manchester Distillery
A must-visit for gin lovers and the yet-to-be-converted, The Spirit of Manchester Distillery is the perfect place to while away a few hours in Deansgate.
Manchester
Three Little Words
Three Little Words is a stylish bar and restaurant near the Great Northern and Deansgate in Manchester, now with pocket-friendly offers on food and drink for summer.
Manchester
James Martin Manchester
James Martin’s new pre-theatre menu provides modern British cuisine at a pocket-friendly price.
Manchester
The Mews Bar and Charcuterie
Based at Great Northern’s thriving plaza, The Mews Bar and Charcuterie is a stylish place for drinks and high-quality food boards, from the team behind the excellent Northern Quarter cocktail bar Alvarium.
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