Prestwich Makers Market
Located in Prestwich, Greater Manchester.
Make a day of it, indie style
Independent businesses near Prestwich worth knowing about before or after the market.
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A stylish independent bar and eatery on Sherbourne Street — one of Prestwich's most welcoming recent openings. Serving full breakfasts, brunch boards and cocktails from 10am on Saturdays, with genuinely warm and attentive staff. Dog-friendly, locally adored and part of the thriving Prestwich village scene.
“Enjoyed a lovely relaxed dinner here today celebrating a lovely friend’s special birthday. The service was extremely good, the food was very nice and fairly priced. The music was at just the right volume and the videos were acceptable - sadly I'm too old for raunchy videos, I never know where t...”
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A highly regarded independent café on Bury Old Road in Whitefield, just north of Prestwich. The Turkish eggs, duck confit sourdough, crème brûlée French toast and seasonal specials are all exceptional — and the team are praised for their attentiveness and allergy awareness. Pre-booking recommended for weekends. Open daily from 9am.
“Great brunch at Moonbeam ! Would highly recommend the Turkish Eggs, it was delicious. Was voted the best dish from our group of 6. I would advise pre-booking ahead of visiting to avoid disappointment. Great service from the staff also.”
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A much-loved all-day café and bar on Warwick Street in Prestwich village, earning an ardent following for its shakshuka (described by one regular as one of the best in Manchester), veggie tacos, green eggs and creative craft beer list. The Mexperience evening menu on Fridays and Saturdays is equally praised. Open from 9am on Saturdays.
“Parking a bit tuff but to be honest not the end of the world good breakfast try it it”
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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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One of the largest municipal parks in Europe, right on Prestwich's doorstep. The 600-acre estate encompasses formal gardens, a boating lake, a farm, Heaton Hall (a magnificent Grade I listed house) and the Heaton Park Tramway Museum with restored Victorian trams. Free to visit throughout, with charges for specific attractions. Dog-friendly and open year-round. A wonderful afternoon.
“Heaton Park is just gorgeous. I absolutely loved it! It's so well-kept, with these huge stretches of green that are just perfect for a walk. You have to check out their little animal area, it's like a mini petting zoo with donkeys, peacocks, rabbits, and all sorts of cute birds. It's adorable. Th...”
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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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