The Lead Station, Manchester

Rob Hunter left this review about The Lead Station

Visited back in January. One cask ale on, which bizarrely was unclipped despite being available. This was called Blimey, the barman had no idea who the brewery was but a bit of research suggests it may well have been Northern Whisper. I was offered a taster but found it had a bit of a tart edge that put me off wanting a full one, so I settled for the ShinDigger Black Nitro Stout on keg instead. This set me back £4 for a half - I have mixed feelings on this as the beer menu shows it at £4.10 a half so in a way I got a bargain as it was less than the listed price. Yet, a pint is listed as £6.70, so this seems to be one of those places that has more of a mark up on smaller measures.

It is a cosy cafe bar type place but no issue going in for just a drink. It's very Chorlton. It's fairly casual to the front but the rear section has tables laid out for dining. The toilets are upstairs and the gents are quite basic - certainly not as fancy as the downstairs area.

There is a "Copper Room" upstairs, which looks like it may be available to hire.

I can't see myself rushing back but it's not awful.

On 18^th May 2026 - rating: 6
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