Taste of Manchester and Salford Food and Drink Tour with Meals, Drinks and Guide
by Flavours of Manchester Tours
Overview
This four-hour guided walking tour covers food and drink in both Manchester and Salford. It starts with a 15-minute stop near the Bridgewater Hall, where the guide explains the history of the Bridgewater Canal, the Midland Hotel, and Manchester Central Train Station, focusing on the city's transportation history. The tour then moves to Castlefield Urban Heritage Park for 15 minutes to view the remains of Mamucium, the Roman fort that gave Manchester its name. Next, the group spends 30 minutes at Aviva Studios, a modern theatre built on the site of the former Granada TV studios, known as the birthplace of Coronation Street. After this, there is a two-hour walk through the back streets of Salford, visiting local bars, restaurants, and old churches. The final hour takes place in Manchester, where participants taste local meals and drinks connected to the city’s traditions. The tour includes a certified guide, alcoholic beverages (not served to participants under 18), and snacks. Tips are not included. Throughout the tour, the guide provides information about the culinary and historical connections between Manchester and Salford, offering a taste of both cities' food and drink culture.
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Itinerary
The Bridgewater Hall
This stop lasts about 15 minutes and covers the history of the Bridgewater Canal, the Midland Hotel, and Manchester Central Train Station. The guide explains how Manchester's transportation history influenced the world.
15 min
Castlefield Urban Heritage Park
Visitors spend 15 minutes here viewing the foundations of Mamucium, the original Roman fort that gave Manchester its name.
15 min
Aviva Studios
This 30-minute stop is at a modern theatre built on the site of the old Granada TV studios, known as the birthplace of Coronation Street.
30 min
The Kings Arms
A two-hour walk through Salford's back streets includes visits to local bars, restaurants, and ancient churches.
120 min
Manchester
The final stop is a one-hour session sampling local drinks and meal options that reflect Manchester's culinary traditions.
60 min
Meeting point
Outside The Bridgewater Hall at the Large Pebble
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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