Grand Central Pub

Grand Central Pub is a music venue and pub located in a four-story building near Oxford Road railway station, featuring architectural elements from the 18th and 19th centuries. The interior offers pool tables, gaming machines, and a jukebox alongside a selection of beers and spirits at the main bar.

The building originally housed eight residential properties and operated under various names such as The Oxford Wine Bar, Beef & Barley, and Shady Lady before becoming the current venue. This transformation shows how the location evolved from residential space into an entertainment and cultural center.

The venue hosts regular live performances with local bands and partners with music labels to provide a platform for Manchester's music scene. This role has made it a known gathering place for musicians and fans in the area.

The location is easily accessible by public transport since it sits near Oxford Road railway station and several bus stops. Visitors should know that on event nights, especially Thursdays, the venue tends to get quite crowded.

The venue hosts the Battle For Bloodstock competition, where local bands compete for a performance slot at the Bloodstock Open Air Festival. This contest gives aspiring musicians a real opportunity to perform at a notable festival.