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Printworks

πŸ“ Manchester, North West

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β˜…4.3(14,232 Google reviews)πŸ‘ΆAll ages

Large indoor entertainment venue in Manchester city centre with bowling, multiple restaurants, bars, and cinema. Suits older children and teens rather than young families; several venues have closed in recent years.

βœ“ Venue closuresβœ“ Central Manchesterβœ“ Bowling availableβœ“ Daytime diningβœ“ Older kids

πŸ† Funzaroo Verdict

Best suited for families with older children and teenagers looking for bowling or a meal in a central Manchester location. Younger children have sparse dedicated options. Check which restaurants and bars are currently trading before planning a visit - closures have reduced the lineup significantly. Evening visits trend adult-heavy.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Check the current venue list before visiting - several bars and restaurants have closed recently
⏰Bring extra layers as the complex can run cold
🎟️Shudehill interchange and Manchester Victoria station are walking distance for public transport
πŸš—Best visited during daytime hours for a family-friendly atmosphere

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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Daniel Leaman

10 months ago

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β€œI was very pleasantly surprised. Came to Tank and Paddle for works Christmas do. Not the kind of place I would usually frequent. However can't fault the service or the food. And being upstairs for our bottomless brunch. Great value for money.”

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Shaunie β€œStarman”

11 months ago

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β€œI actually came here to go to the Nuffield health business. I did wonder through the Paintwork place and it looks interesting. Quite a few places that look good to eat during the day and obviously turn into vibrant and busy bars at night. I have not actually been in any of the bars for over 16 years, but i remember that they are more geared towards the younger aged drinkers. Hence why i never revisited. My younger friends that go, state they are fun. Im sure there used to be a drag show bar round here somewhere. Maybe another past memory. Ohh, the Nuffield health studio was good.”

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geraint bushell

8 months ago

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β€œIts Always cold bring a blanket πŸ˜’ theres even been a time where there was no sound for half an hour until ive got up to tell some one. I did complain on line and got two free tickets. O well”

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Overview

Printworks is a large multi-level indoor entertainment complex in central Manchester housing bowling, dining, bars, and cinema screens. The venue is pram-accessible with indoor facilities throughout. Recent years have seen several bars and restaurants close, reducing the overall offer. Remaining dining options include daytime casual and evening entertainment concepts.

πŸ• Opening Hours

Monday06:30-02:00
Tuesday06:30-02:00
Wednesday06:30-02:00
Thursday06:30-02:00
Friday06:30-04:00
Saturday08:00-04:00
Sunday08:00-02:00

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