With Manchester fast becoming a destination filled with high-end bars, rather than the good ol’ pub - like many a city a town. We’ve already explored some of those Pubs Manchester has lost, but today we look at those Historic and much loved pups serving a Proper Pint and a Pack of Crisp, that are still standing and going strong.
If you’re on the way past one of these sometime soon, pop in and grab a pint - take a snap and send it to us, we’d love to see them.
The Britons Protection
This 200-year-old pub is truly a Mancunian institution, with its actual opening date a bit of a puzzle. It’s own website giving one date, several websites give others - and despite the claim on its website the bicentenary celebration was held 3 years later… so who knows!
The pub is charming, a maze inside with several rooms and really really welcoming. It’s a must-visit for anyone visiting Manchester.

Sinclairs Oyster Bar & Wellington / The Shambles
The Shambles w…
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