Co-op Canalside to launch next week with brand new space, co-working area and cafe

Canalside is set to be a new neighbourhood café situated on the Etihad Campus, sat off Joe Mercer Way. Situated between the waters of the canal and Co-op Live.

Co-op Live has announced that the space will be opening to the public on the 12th of September.

The designs include a cafe, bar and merchandise store on the ground floor, which will become ‘a casual space for enjoying refreshments’placeholder image
The designs include a cafe, bar and merchandise store on the ground floor, which will become ‘a casual space for enjoying refreshments’ | OVG Group/LDRS

Co-op Live said it will be “A welcoming harbour for slow mornings, light lunches and co-working by the canal. The place to relax, refuel or catch up with friends. Whether you’re out jogging, walking into Manchester city centre or having a community meet-up, dip into the Canalside café for coffee, pastries and light bites.”

Canalside Café is set to be a community meet-up space with freshly brewed coffee, pastries, and light bites. You can also save 25p and save the planet when you bring your own reusable cup.

Canalside Café will be open Monday – Friday, 8am – 2pm, unless it is closed for a private event. Please note that their public opening times may vary weekly so check their socials for updates.

Canalside bar and merchandise store will be open for all upcoming Co-op Live event ticketholders pre-event on show days, making it the perfect spot for pre-event drinks, food and official merchandise.

Additionally, you are also able to book the area for your team or group and hire the entire space out privately.

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