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Northwest England

Live Music entertainment in Northwest England

  1. A

    Cavern Club

    It's a reconstruction, and not even on the same spot, but the 'world's most famous club' is still a great spot to see local bands.

    reviewed

  2. Folk Train

    One of the more offbeat ways to enjoy live music is to ride the Folk Train, a one-hour journey between Manchester and Hathersage in the Peak District. On-board entertainment is blues, folk, Irish and old-style country music, played by a rotating list of terrific local bands. There’s nothing formal about it: just get on board and enjoy the music. The train departs from Manchester Piccadilly.

    reviewed

  3. B

    Academy

    Good spot to see midsize bands on tour.

    reviewed

  4. C

    Manchester Central

    A midsize venue that hosts rock concerts by not-quite-supersuccessful bands as well as exhibitions and indoor sporting events.

    reviewed

  5. D

    Manchester Roadhouse

    Local bands are put through their paces in front of what is usually an enthusiastic crowd.

    reviewed

  6. E

    ECHO Arena

    Brand new mega venue that hosts the city's pop shows, from top artists to Broadway extravaganzas.

    reviewed