Manchester Craft and Design Centre

Love this place! A great space that supports amazing local artists. It was also awesome to buy some local handmade souvenirs here on a visit to Manchester, highly recommend. There’s also a sweet little cafe inside. Good vibes.

Wonderful little hidden gem in the city - it’s the perfect place to find handmade gifts for your loved ones, grab a coffee (i think the cafe opens on saturdays) and chill.I really like the community hub they’ve set up by the entrance with plenty of bright seating, plugs and crafts activities for children + most of the time there is an interactive exhibit or live music. I come here for some peace and quiet and to get some work done and I enjoy walking around the different shops and looking at the artwork so 10/10!!(also whoever’s in charge of the soundsystem has the best taste in music omg would an extra star for the SZA and ella fitzgerald on in the back)

(Detailed review below)Food ⭐⭐⭐Atmosphere ⭐⭐⭐⭐Accessibility ⭐⭐⭐Cost ⭐⭐⭐⭐Service ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐This is a great place to go to if you're looking for unique gifts, art pieces and also your purchases will help a local artist! I like the concept that they've set up here and it's nice to see the artists busy working away on their pieces whilst waiting for customers. Cost is tough one; some pieces can be expensive but you are paying for quality craftsmanship.

It is a vibrant creative hub located in the heart of Manchester's NQ. The centre is housed in a beautifully restored Victorian building. The centre features a wide range of art and design studios, where you can watch the artists at work and learn about their craft. The studios cover a range of disciplines, including jewellery-making, ceramics, printmaking, and textiles. It is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in handmade crafts and contemporary design.

Situated in the old fish market and housing a number of small craft, jewelry, pottery and textile artists/ makers it's a lovely place to spend an hour or two. You could find a lovely gift for someone, have a delicious lunch and really enjoy your time in this interesting old building

A wonderful collection of jewellery ceramics and other crafts plus a great little cafe. Workshops and events are regular, get all your Christmas gifts here!

Such a sweet building full of craft and mainly jewellery stalls. You have to visit the upper balcony level to view inside the workshops. Music playing throughout and a small cafe tucked in the middle. Very relaxing

Amazing place and very very nicely reused old building. I visit the place just for 5 minutes but it was so nice, that I stayed 45 minutes. Inside you will have different shops of crafts and arts. And all item are hand made. And you can see the artist working inside their shops and making new piece of art or craft. There is also a small space where kids can sit and make there own art piece. So you can also visit with your family. Definitely visit place in Manchester.

Great selection of designers and makers in interesting galleried space. Ceramics, jewellery, fashion, and paintings. Good little cafe in centre.

Really great place to poke around as a tourist. Our train was delayed the following day so we came back for a coffee and to fill out some post cards. Highly recommend. The artists are all extremely talented and the building is gorgeous.