Our #72ndBAPS local organising committee share their favourite Mancunian venues

Welcome to Manchester! While you’re here for the conference, we hope you get a chance to explore the city too. It’s one of the UK’s most vibrant and creative places. From its industrial roots to its brilliant food, music and cultural scene, Manchester is compact, easy to get around and full of character. Whether you’re after great coffee, independent shops, world-class museums or a laid-back night out, there’s plenty to enjoy. Let us be your tour guides – here are some of our favourite places to eat, drink, explore and dance. There’s a Google map at the bottom of the page with our recommendations.

Kat O’Shea

Subspeciality: Lower GI

Grab a coffee: Federal – iced oat matcha & Turkish eggs. The perfect start to any day.

Hanging out: Sculpt in Haus – boutique Pilates studio. Don’t miss a class while you’re in town.

Dinner: Erst – industrial-chic, small plates, natural wine.

Later on: Stevenson Square – Manchester’s “Ibiza-style strip.” Start in the bars, then head to Stage & Radio for next-year’s movers and shakers.

 

Johnny Goring

Subspeciality: Lower GI

Lunch: Siam Smiles – try the eye-watering hot papaya salad if you dare.

Hanging out: Castlefield Viaduct – a Victorian steel viaduct turned sky garden. 330m of greenery for an afternoon stroll.

Dinner: Madre – Excellent Mexican Tapas in the Village

Later on: Bar games: Flight Club, Sixes, Junkyard Golf, Lane 7, The Curling Club

 

Fraser Horwood

Subspeciality: Lower GI

Lunch: Northern Soul – grilled cheese heaven. Get the house pickles.

Hanging out: Castlefield – canals, mills, a Roman fort, and   great canal-side bars.

Dinner: Dishoom – in the former Freemasons’ Hall. Irani-café- inspired dishes, always excellent.

Later on: The Oast House. Big outdoor courtyard and live music most nights.

 

Phil Corbett

Subspeciality: Lower GI

Coffee: Fort – legendary flat white, breakfast till 11:45, and an incredible key lime pie.

Hanging out: Manchester Cathedral – essential visit; guided tours available.

Dinner: The Sparrows – Swabian spätzle and the best dumplings in town.

Later on: Craft beer fan? You’re spoilt for choice:, The Gas Lamp, Cloudwater, Northern Monk, Seven Bro7hers, Vocation & Co, Balance Brewing, Track, Sure Shot……

 

Will Calvert

Subspeciality: General Surgery of Childhood

Lunch: ManCoCo – Manchester’s speakeasy coffee shop. Grab an Americano and a sourdough sarnie.

Hanging out: People’s History Museum – radical stories of democracy and people power.

Dinner: Climat – lofty restaurant with great views. Ask to peek at the wine cellar.

Later on: Manchester’s live music scene is huge: The Blues Kitchen, Academy, Apollo, Co-op Live, AO Arena, Band on the Wall.

 

 

Nick Lansdale

Subspeciality: UGI & Thoracic

Lunch: 200 Degrees – house blend, impressive latte art, and close to…

Hanging out: Manchester Art Gallery

Dinner: Rudy’s – Manchester’s best pizza (3 venues in town). Book a table or expect a queue; it’s worth it.

Later on: Mojo’s – the best night out in the city. 25 years and still going strong! Expect a late finish.

 

Dave Wilkinson

Subspeciality: UGI & Thoracic

Lunch: Mackie Mayor – relaxed food hall with independent vendors and communal seating.

Hanging out: One of the great libraries of the world, the neo-Gothic John Rylands Library houses rare books and manuscripts. Nearby, the Portico Library is a hidden gem, while Manchester Central Library is an icon in St Peter’s Square.

Dinner: New Century Hall – 5 independent food traders in a 1963 dance hall. From fried chicken to sushi and ramen, there’s something for everyone.

Later on: Fancy a world class view? Try 20 Stories or Cloud 23

 

Rob Peters

Subspeciality: UGI & Thoracic

Lunch: This & That – 3 curries + a mountain of rice for £6. No complaints.

Hanging out: Manchester Film & TV Map walking tour – see where the blockbusters were filmed.

Dinner: Little Aladdin – six daily curries, huge portions, 100% vegan.

Later on: Looking for a play or concert? The Bridgewater Hall, Royal Exchange, Home and The Lowry are all close by

 

Ross Craigie

Subspeciality: Oncology

Lunch: Bundobust – Gujurat-inspired vegetarian/vegan street food + quality craft beer = perfect

Hanging out: Northern Quarter – street art, vinyl shops, indie stores, great coffee, elite people-watching.

Dinner: Edinburgh Castle – historic Victorian pub, great food upstairs, whisky and cosy vibes downstairs.

Later on: Albert Schloss – big, brassy, loud, uninhibited fun.

Paul Farrelly

Subspeciality: Oncology

Lunch: Medlock Canteen– laid-back all-day dining

Hanging out: The Marble Arch – Manchester’s best proper pub and home to Marble Brewery. Settle in.

Dinner: The Firehouse – casual, the charred chicken is essential. Live performers on weekends bring the sparkle.

Later on: Diecast – huge, converted factory full of games, bars, and a nightclub. Something for everyone.

Baqer Sharif

Subspeciality: Oncology

Lunch: Seoul Kimchi. Life affirming Korean comfort food. Just round the corner from the conference venue!

Hanging out: Man City & Man United stadiums – quick tram rides away. Tours available. Also swing by the National Football Museum.

Dinner: Fancy curry? Try the world famous ‘curry mile,’ Wilmslow Road, Rusholme. We recommend Walnut, Toro’s and Mughli charcoal pit

Later on: NQ64 – adult arcade nostalgia