The 200 year long story of The Castle Hotel is woven into the history of Manchester. The bar with the attached venue started life in 1776, although records show that there has been a dwelling on the site since the 1400s. Ever since deeply cemented in the city’s music scene as it was a stopping off point for people on their way to Band on the Wall venue.
In 1979, a now legendary John Peel interview with Ian Curtis from Joy Division took place here, weaving The Castle Hotel further into this town's musical heritage.
A haven for Heavy Metal enthusiasts
Post-gig drinks in a vibrant surrounding
Pub and nice little Rock venue in one place
Indie Rock 'n' Roll place
90s Britpop superstars
Oasis sibling on stage as solo artist
Post-Punk from Greater Manchester
Complex lyrics about the ordinary life
Electronic music duo
Alternative meets Progressive Rock
Pioneers in three-part vocal harmony style
Hugely appreciated in music scene
One of Madchester’s pioneering groups
Mick Hucknall combines Soul & Pop
Indie Rock from Manchester
Synth-Pop duo
