Levenshulme Makers Market
Located in Manchester.
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Some of the independent makers and producers you'll regularly find trading at this market.
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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Independent businesses near Manchester worth knowing about before or after the market.
Photo: Station South Cycle Cafe Levenshulme
A Levenshulme institution on Stockport Road — a cycle café, community hub and restaurant serving outstanding food throughout the day and exceptional Sunday roasts from noon. The roasted sweet potato hash, vegetarian options and Sunday lunch are all praised to the skies. Dog-friendly, community-spirited and genuinely welcoming. Open Wednesday to Sunday from 9am.
“After reading their menu and seeing photos and reviews on Google Maps, I was dying to try their Roasted Sweet Potato Hash with an egg. It was absolutely delicious..and I shall be back to have it again whilst I am in Manchester. It was so good, I had to compliment the chef personally. Their Chai L...”
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A well-loved independent bar on Stockport Road with a wood-fired pizza oven, craft cocktails and a DJ at weekends. The atmosphere is genuinely fun — great lighting, music and a rotating events programme. Open from 1pm on Saturdays. One of Levenshulme's most distinctive nightlife spots.
“A really fun bar in the heart of Levenshulme. Great atmosphere and when we went they had a DJ playing which I think they have most weekends. There is a pizza oven at the back for a food. Really lovely lighting and fun options for drinks.”
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A hidden gem on Stockport Road serving proper Irish breakfasts with real Irish sausages, black and white pudding, homemade soda bread and Barry's Tea — alongside Guinness on tap for those who start early. Described by regulars as the best café in Levenshulme, with consistently lovely staff and a warm community atmosphere. Open Saturday from 10am.
“Amazing breakfast. Huge, delicious, and didn't have to wait long. Best cafe in Levenshulme by far, and they do a great Guinness. Kid friendly too. Shout out to the staff who are always lovely.”
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A celebrated Lebanese and Mediterranean restaurant on Stockport Road at the heart of Levenshulme, earning an outstanding rating from nearly 900 reviews. The hummus, shakshuka with fresh pitta, mixed dip platters and mixed grill are all exceptional — and the team are consistently praised for their warmth and attentiveness. Halal-friendly, open every day from 8am.
“Food is delicious!! We had a mixed dip platter for two, everything tasted super fresh and really tasty. The bread was nice and warm too. Staff are really friendly and welcoming, service was excellent. Will definitely come back to try more things on the menu!”
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Places to go, see and play
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An outstanding free art gallery set within Whitworth Park on Oxford Road, part of the University of Manchester. The Whitworth holds an exceptional collection of textiles, watercolours, prints and modern art — including major holdings of Turner, Picasso and Hirst. The gallery café is genuinely excellent and the building is a pleasure to be in. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10am.
“I visited today with my adult daughter. We saw the Turner exhibition, which was good, but we spent most of the time at the Santiago Yahuarcani display. This was beyond awesome. Hard to categorize or describe. But completely unique, inspiring and thought provoking. Amazing work. Went to the cafe t...”
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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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