Pre-gig rituals for CO-OP Live at Nell’s
Manchester is the city of music, and with so many great venues for live music, a night out in Manchester really is like no other. Ever since the doors to the CO-OP Live Arena opened Manchest has welcomed some of the world’s top artists. So far this year we’ve been to see Raye & Olivia Dean and we’ve got our sights set on Kings of Leon later this year. Luckily, we’re in prime location in Manchester city centre for pre-gig food and drinks, and we can get to Co-op Live from Nell’s Kampus in 20 minutes flat.
How to nail weekday gigs at Co-op Live (Manchester)
- Head to Nell’s for 4pm to make the most of happy hour
- £6.66 margs & pints from £4.50!!
- Order a 22’’ pizza to share (check out our menu here)
- Order a round of drinks in plastic cups to go
- Grab a takeaway box for leftover tram pizza
How to smash the Saturday gig at Co-op Live (Manchester):
- Head to Nell’s as soon as the doors open at 12pm
- Order happy hour margs all day
- Forget you have a gig to go to at Co-op Live 😏
How to get to Co-op Live from Nell’s Kampus via Tram
Step 1: 3-minute walk to Picadilly station
Step 2: Take the Metrolink (Ashton line or Etihad Campus line)
Step 3: Get off at Etihad Campus and follow signage to Co-op Live
Manchester tip: if you’re heading back into town after the show, the Metrolink can be HECTIC but Co-op Live have a well-lit, purpose built pathway for you to walk straight back into Manchester City Centre.
How to walk to Co-op Live from Nell’s Kampus
On the rare occasion it’s not raining, and we know the tram can be chaos before a gig, walk to Co-op Live and take a slice for the road. It’s about a 30 minute walk, give or take, and the ‘Citylink’ Walking Route features a trail of art to follow along the way. Taking you from Nell’s Kampus near Piccadilly, up through Ancoats, into New Islington and to Holt Town. Our personal favourite is the Hive Tunnel but you’ll notice something new each time you walk past – the perfect excuse to book those gig tickets!
