Ancoats Makers Market
Presented by The Makers Market at Ancoats Makers Market, Manchester.
Regular traders here
Some of the independent makers and producers you'll regularly find trading at this event.
Minimalist outdoor clothing and ultralight backpacking gear brand, owned by Autumn Grain Creation Company Limited, creating one-of-a-kind items from unique materials.
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Luxury candle brand founded by Adam Brindley in 2021, following 12 years working in architecture. Ash + Ember creates non-toxic home fragrances from soy wax and aromatherapy-grade essential oils, each scent paired with bespoke artwork nodding to the founder's architectural background, and was named LUXlife's Best Luxury Candle Brand 2024.
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Luxury artisan bakery based in Littleborough specialising in handmade brownies and cookies using premium ingredients.
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Manchester-based handmade sterling silver jewellery, pendants, chains, rings and stacking bracelets in a bohemian style.
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Manchester-based one-man print studio producing high quality Giclee football and sports portrait art prints, stocked in the National Football Museum.
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Manchester-based artist and hiker Mark Croasdale turns real UK hikes into bold, colourful digital art prints, sketched and walked before being hand-painted from scratch, each accompanied by handwritten route notes and reflections from the trail.
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okaycokey is a one-woman jewellery studio based in the North West of England. Every piece is designed and handcrafted from recycled 925 sterling silver — sustainable and made to last. You'll find us at artisan markets in Manchester, Chester, Liverpool and Preston throughout the year. Can't make it to a market? Shop the collection on our website and we'll post it straight to you with 1 working day.
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Award-winning craft rum and gin distillery, hand-distilling small batches at Arch 33, Viaduct Street, Salford — Manchester's only city-centre distillery, offering rum and gin tours, tastings and private events alongside its retail range.
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100% vegan cakes, bakes and savouries, Manchester (Hulme) bakery and market trader since 2013, also festival caterers.
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Independent businesses near Manchester worth knowing about before or after the event.
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Cafe and brunch spot on Blossom Street, situated in the Halle St Peter's concert venue building on Cutting Room Square. Serves breakfast and brunch daily from 8am — well placed for a coffee before or after the market.
“Taking the dog for a walk, needed some breakfast so thought would go in. Good menu, Know what the food is like as we goto the other Cotton branch alot by Picadilly. Much prefer the atmosphere and staff in the other branch will be honest.”
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Dog-friendly independent cafe on George Leigh Street serving excellent coffee, fresh daily food and a reliably warm welcome. Open from 7:30am Monday to Saturday — an Ancoats institution.
“I have been getting my morning coffee and lunches from Off the Press for about 3 years now and I cannot recommend this place enough!! Everyone is so lovely and welcoming everyday. The food and the coffee is perfection and it’s such an amazing place to work from during the day with my laptop. I ...”
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Manchester-born independent brewery and beerhouse right on Blossom Street at Cutting Room Square. A great spot for craft beer brewed by the Salford-based Seven Brothers family brewery, with food served throughout the day.
“Mixed feelings at first because I came on a Friday night — it was packed and there were no seats. But I still wanted to try your beer anyway! I read the reviews before coming, and almost everyone mentioned loving the Honeycomb Pale. At first sip, I didn’t really get it, but the more I drank,...”
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Artisan bakery on Radium Street baking exceptional croissants, sourdough and seasonal pastries fresh every day. One of the most talked-about bakeries in Manchester — open from 8am Tuesday to Sunday.
“Went to Companio today and bought a cereal milk cornetto, which might be one of the best pastries I've had, it was incredible.”
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Michelin-listed natural wine bar and restaurant on Murray Street. Seasonal small plates, a brilliant wine list and outstanding service — widely regarded as one of the best independent restaurants in Manchester. Tuesday to Saturday only.
“I was glancing at the Michelin guide and this place caught my attention. I’m so glad I booked a table: the food was amazing, the wine was delicious, the service was fantastic. I mean, couldn’t be happier. It gets a bit expensive cause the dishes are small, this typical “small dishes for sha...”
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Acclaimed Neapolitan pizza restaurant on Cotton Street, just off Cutting Room Square. One of Manchester's most popular independents with nearly 7,500 Google reviews and a well-earned 4.8 rating.
“Delicious pizza, very good price, and friendly service! The vibe is great and the staff were lovely. Only thing is the pizza got cold quite quickly, but overall still really tasty. I’d definitely come back.”
About this area
Places to go, see and play
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A major free museum on Oxford Road housing outstanding collections of natural history, Egyptology, archaeology and science. The Egyptian mummies, Triceratops skull and the South Asia gallery are consistent highlights — and the museum opens at 8am on Saturdays making it a perfect pre-market visit. Free entry, open Tuesday to Sunday. Run by the University of Manchester.
“Had a great time visiting here today. Was free but booked the triceratops exhibition in advance. I recommended leaving a donation if you can afford it though. Egyptian room was excellent, lots of dinosaurs as well. Lot of exhibits on multiple topics. The South Asia gallery was interesting and tho...”
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One of the finest free art galleries in the UK, housed in a stunning neoclassical building on Mosley Street. The permanent collection spans Pre-Raphaelite masterpieces, Valette's atmospheric Manchester paintings and contemporary works — all displayed in beautifully restored Victorian galleries. Temporary exhibitions are consistently ambitious. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10am, free entry throughout.
“A really wonderful place to visit. From L.S.Lowry to William Holman Hunt. Quality representative art, some exquisite exhibits. Great cafe and vibes, a very pleasant way to spend ones time and reflect.”
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An interactive attraction on Market Street that genuinely messes with your mind — tilted rooms, infinite mirror corridors, holograms and visual puzzles across multiple floors. Brilliant for groups, couples and families alike. Staff are enthusiastic and will take photos of you throughout. Booking online saves £2 per ticket. Open daily from 10am.
“On friday at 6:40pm , me and my dad both went to Museum of Illusions . We didnt even walk in the building yet and kindly got welcomed. We walk in and it was very clean with a strong and beautiful scent. Anyway, later on when we walk up the escalator, we are welcomed AGAIN by very kind staff . The...”
Places to Stay near Manchester
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