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Herd Northern Quarter, Manchester
Manchester
M1 1FY
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Steve C left this review about Herd Northern Quarter
Chatting with the barman I gleaned that Allotment became Herd Northern Quarter about six months ago. There is a small square central bar that supports eight premium keg. I went for half a Blue Moon and a massive slice of orange that set me back £3.10. I didn’t note the presence of any handpumps, but my visit was very late on a recent Wednesday evening so I may have missed them. The wooden décor is very comfortable with seating around the bar and exterior walls. I didn’t spot a television, but there was some disco music playing in the background. I found the service to be very friendly and this was one of the better places I visited during my crawl of the area, which isn’t saying much to be honest.
On 3rd April 2022
- rating: 7
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Moby Duck left this review about The Allotment
Rather non-descript from outside, inside is a totally ball game, It's very quirky with a rustic, yet modern feel, the theme is that of a horticultural garden shed type thing,a multi area-ed room the furniture is of robust plain wood,there are trellis archways through an open garden gate leading to a couple seating areas, adourned with ivy and wisteria,other greenery and flowers are randomly scattered about the place, plastic but convincing,exposed brick walls and some distressed paintwork add to the overall feel.The fairy lit bar frontage is clad in corrugated iron roofing. Three pumps on the bar itself,Nightjar Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds, Blackjack The Pokies were keeping strange company with Greene King IPA, two out of three ain't bad. The music played at decent level was eclectic , from the 70's, 80's and 90's but to my general taste. A different but really good pub.
On 15th October 2018
- rating: 8
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Rob Hunter left this review about The Allotment
Have been to the Allotment a few times now and on my most recent visit I'm sure there was even more faux greenery than on previous occasions. The central bar is quite small and the hand pulls offered two ales by Thornbridge, Jennings Cumberland and Greene King IPA. There has been a house ale previously but I didn't notice it this time. I had the Brock by Thornbridge, which was OK but a bit on the thin side for a stout really. I can't remember what the other Thornbridge ale on offer at the time was. I'm sure I will be back again at some point.
On 13th June 2018
- rating: 8
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Al Bundy left this review about The Allotment
A very gardenish theme with plenty of Herby, flowery plants dotted around. No cauliflower, cabbages, onions, beetroot kinda things that most allotments have but hey ho. 4 handpumps dispense 4 different ales that no allotments have so that's a bonus. All in all a pretty nice place.
On 12th November 2015
- rating: 7
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ROB Camra left this review about The Allotment
Very strange bar, definitely different. As Peter says, the pub floor is partially covered with synthetic grass and it's full of items that would be more associated with a garden centre rather than a pub. A good atmosphere though on our Sunday early evening visit with lots of people eating food. 4 handpumps on the bar with 3 on, serving Moorhouses Blonde Witch & Premier alongside Prospect Silver Tally. The Silver Tally and the Premier were both in good nick. Worth a look in for the decor alone nevermind the well kept ale. We'll call in again to see how it's doing once the inital rush has calmed down.
On 25th August 2014
- rating: 7
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peter ashworth left this review about The Allotment Bar
A piece of the English countryside is brought to the heart of Manchester as the allotment is now open and unrecognisable from it's former incarnation Nickleby's.This is a fun plot for drinkers and diners with the owners stating they aimed to create something quintessentially British with a vibrant atmosphere.
You enter on a bed of grass and instantly notice the centrally located island bar made from corrugated iron.The pub has it's own herb garden and there is potted vegetation lining the walls with a living wall of plants plus lots of trowels,spades and watering cans ect.
There were 4 hand pumps on the bar although only 3 seemed to be functioning on my late afternoon visit.For any gin drinkers the pub has an excellent collection.The pub opens at 12noon daily and meals are available until 8-30
On 14th August 2014
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peter ashworth left this review about Nicklebys
Now open again and called The Allotment Bar
On 8th August 2014
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john mcgraw left this review about Nicklebys
CLOSED NOW A SHOP (10/07/07)
On 13th July 2007
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Alan Winfield left this review about Nicklebys
Nicklebys was a smallish corner pub that was situated just off newton street.
Once inside the pub had been opened out into one room that still had different drinking areas,the seating was mainy normal tables and chairs.
There was one real ale on the bar which was Tetley bitter and this was a decent enough drink.
This was a decent enough pub and it is a shame that it has now closed down.
Pub visited 8/5/1993
On 8th May 1993
- rating: 7
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