First it was coronavirus lockdowns, now the cost of living crisis and soaring energy prices are threatening the future of the city’s hospitality industry.
Last week, the Campaign for Real Ale, a pub and brewery consumer group, warned that if pubs were to increase prices at the same rate as energy prices, then the average pint could end up costing £15-20 – deterring customers and crippling the industry.
Some places have managed to stay afloat during these difficult times, but some have not been so lucky.
Here’s a reminder of just some of the city centre’s popular watering holes that have closed their doors in the last few years.
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5. Crown and Anchor
The Northern Quarter lost another long-standing pub at the start of year – the Crown and Anchor on Hilton St. It had been running for almost 20 years. Credit: Google Street View | Google Street View
6. The Deansgate
The Deansgate was another lockdown casualty and never reopened after restrictions were lifted. There has been a pub here since the 19th century and it was known for its roof terrace. Pub retailer Greene King has since acquired the premises and their website says its due to reopen. Credit: Google Street View | Google Street View
7. The Blue Pig
The Northern Quarter’s The Blue Pig closed in 2018, together with Walrus, Tusk, Rosylee, when its owners went into liquidation. Credit: Google Street View | Google Street View
8. Odd Bar
Odd Bar closed in 2018 along with its sister bar Oddest in Chorlton. Credit: Google Street View | Google Street View