Joshua Brooks #Joshua Brooks
Joshua Brooks in Manchester is a long‑established bar and nightclub on Princess Street that’s been part of the city’s cultural and nightlife fabric since the early 1990s. By day it operates as a lively bar and social hub with drinks, food and sports on screens, while by night its intimate Victorian‑era basement transforms into one of Manchester’s most iconic club spaces, hosting a wide range of DJs and events spanning house, techno, drum & bass, R&B and more. Over the years the venue has attracted both emerging talent and established names from the electronic music scene and has twice won local awards for being a standout venue. A significant £200,000 revamp in 2021 refreshed the three floors - bar, terrace and basement club - bringing a modern yet unpretentious feel to the exposed brick interior and expanding its appeal as a daytime hangout as well as a late‑night dance destination. Joshua Brooks’ mix of casual daytime energy, eclectic music programming and deep roots in Manchester’s club culture help explain why it remains a must‑visit spot in the city’s nightlife lineup.