Night Clubs in Oxford Road & All Saints (Manchester)

Club Phoenix

Situated in part of the University Precinct shopping complex, just off Oxford Road, the Phoenix has been a hugely popular 2-floor venue for several years, hosting many of Manchester's longest running and most successful club nights.Tangled on Saturday nights offers trance and hard house to a dedicated crowd while on Fridays, it's Havok with its acid-techno vibe. There is also a student-orientated pub directly downstairs that can conveniently act as both a meeting place and a pre-club warm-up venue.

Jabez Clegg

The name might be unusual and it might on first glance look like a place of worship but, it is actually a very popular pub. Placed in a very prime spot, that is almost directly opposite Manchester University, it is crowded with students. The long wooden benches, loud indie music and general buzz in this converted church ensure Jabez Clegg's popularity amongst the student population. A nominal admission fee is charged for late entrance on Friday and Saturday.

The Deaf Institute

Though not healing the hearing impaired, the Deaf Institute in Manchester has a repute for deafening the wits of its patrons. A live music venue it will make you forget everything and drown you into an ocean of melody. Various bands and soloist perform at this three level venue. You can hit the restaurant if your tummy rumbles or take the bar for some intoxicating relaxation or get loud where all the action is. Check the website for a complete list of events.

Manchester Academy

The Academy is a modern, purpose-built, mid-sized music venue linked to Manchester University. Located close to both the student union and the Contact Theatre, it is a central hub of the entertainment scene in the area.Somewhat resembling a dark aircraft hangar inside, it has a capacity of approximately 1,800 people plus a large bar and chill-out area where you can relax or just enjoy a drink. Popular as a tour venue with many established contemporary rock and indie bands, on occasion it is also home to some of the larger national club nights.

Funkademia

A small, but exceptionally busy night that concentrates on funk and soul, Funkademia has been literally ramming them in at the Attic club above the Thirsty Scholar pub for a long time now.Residents Dave Payne and Jon Bus Stop, plus special guests, keep things funky, soulful and simple. That's just the way the regulars like it, so make sure that you get there as early as possible otherwise you may miss out.

Big Hands

Big Hands is a quirky, fiercely independent take on the Manchester bar and clubbing scene. Owned by the people behind the infamous Temple of Convenience, it is in a perfect location on Oxford Road close to the universities. A long, narrow interior gives the place an almost subterranean feel as it opens out to a smallish dance floor and DJ booth to the rear. There is always something going on with regular indie and alternative dance nights, live bands and even the occasional off-the-wall cabaret evening.