From our incredible facade to our modern interior, the Shakespeare is the best place to stop off in Manchester. Step inside and head straight to the bar, where our team are waiting to pour you your favourite. What will it be? A pint of craft cask ale? A G&T? How about a glass of white wine? Take a look at our menu, packed with classic fish & chips, Sunday roasts and burgers galore. We're a family-friendly pub, also welcoming your four-legged friends in our dog-friendly areas, with live music on regularly. Our Sky Sports and TNT Sports screens ensure you'll never miss a moment of live sport, and we have disabled facilities available to use too. With paid street parking just outside and accepting coaches, the Shakespeare is ready to welcome you.
Join us for all the footy action across all the leagues, from the Premier League to the EFL, WSL and European competitions, not to mention all the internationals too!
From fruity cocktails to crisp ciders, our spring drinks are strictly here for a good time, not a long time. Swing by and sip something seasonal while the sun's out.
If you need an excuse to get together with all your favourite people, we’ve got plenty. Send out the invite, dust off your dance moves, and check out what’s coming up at Shakespeare.
Top-notch amenities to make sure you have a great time. Here’s what you can expect when you visit the Shakespeare:
Disabled Facilities
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
Sky Sports
TNT Sports
Accepts Matchday Discount
WiFi
Coaches Accepted
Historic Pub
Offers Functions
Sky TV
Fancy a FREEbie?
Yes, you read that right - free food and drink is up for grabs for all you newcomers. Download the Greene King app & register, spin the wheel, and you might land yourself a main, pud or pint. No catch, just pure joy (and maybe some gravy).
Free dessert? Tick. Free pub classic? Oh yes. Free pint? Don’t mind if we do. And hey, even if you don’t win, you’ll still have our app now, so you can skip the queue like the legend you are.
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Live football has a habit of taking over. There’s nothing like the buzz of the beautiful game at your local pub. You can gather together with friends, family, and fellow fans, and cheer on your team as they chase the victory.
From flavour-packed small plates to comforting pub classics, we’re showcasing a few standout dishes—crafted to give you a true taste of what we do best.
Great food is at the heart of what we do at the Shakespeare. Maybe it’s the warm welcome you get as soon as you step through the door, or the friendly service that makes you feel right at home.
Whatever the occasion, we’ve got a space that’s just right. From casual gatherings to special celebrations, discover our hireable venue spaces and make your event one to remember.
Get your fill of traditional pub fare and tuck into a hearty Sunday roast. Cooked to perfection and served with all the classic trimmings, our roasts are a celebration of quality - simple yet spectacular.
What do you get someone that has everything? A round at their local, of course! Choose the value, add your personalisation, and we'll take care of the rest.
