Manchester has the most lively gay scene of the north of the UK. Most of the bars and clubs are located at the Gay Village, where Canal Street is the main drag. Last weekend of August, the city celebrates Gay Pride which attracts many UK residents and an increasing number of tourists.
Manchester was put on the map by the Queer As Folk series about 4 gay boys wondering around Canal Street. The Gay Strip offers some of the biggest gay bars and clubs in the UK. Best time to go is during Gay Pride (the last weekend of August).
Manchester pride is held usually at the last weekend of August (Friday till Monday).
Manchester pride
Very easy: as close to the gay village (Canal Street) as possible!
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