Footage, 137 Grosvenor Street, All Saints, Manchester, M1 7DZ

Originally known as The Grosvenor Picture Palace, this former cinema underwent a transformation and became The Footage, a popular student pub. For over three decades, it served as a bustling hub for university students and city centre locals alike.

This is a noteworthy opportunity to secure one of Manchester’s most iconic buildings in the city centre.

The property is on a prime corner pitch of Grosvenor Street and Oxford Road. Oxford Road is one of the main streets in Manchester which stretches from St. Peter’s Square in the city to the southern suburbs. It is home to many of Manchester’s iconic music venues, auditoriums and exhibition spaces, Oxford Road also has a vibrant night-life and an abundance of cafés, restaurants and bars. Nestled between the beautiful architecture and significant landmarks and memorials are a number of historic parks and contemporary green spaces to discover.

The area has a huge student population as it houses the University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University and The Royal Northern College of Music.

The property has good access to the A57(M), A34 and Princess Road which connects to the M56 to the south. Oxford Road Train Station is 0.3 miles north along Oxford Road and Manchester Piccadilly Train Station is 1.2 miles north. There are bus stops located along Oxford Road.

The property comprises of a Grade II Listed building, built in 1912 set over two storeys. It benefits from double frontage onto Grosvenor Street and Oxford Road.

The ground floor comprises of a large open trading area with access to the ground floor male and female toilets and access to the basement. To the right hand side is a further trading area which is slightly raised with space to accommodate 45 covers. To the rear is a long bar servery and a commercial kitchen, pot wash area and a storeroom.

At first floor level is a further trading area along with a further bar servery and customer toilets.

There is a substantial basement with two large beer cellars and a number of smaller storage rooms.

Fixtures and fittings as seen on inspection.

Externally, there is space for a bin store to the rear which leads onto Boundary Street, allowing access for deliveries.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a new lease in Manchester City Centre. Terms are to be agreed with vendor.

Monday to Saturday: 10am - 2am
Sunday: 10am - 1am

The Rateable Value is £41,250 with effect from April 2023. Confirmation of actual business rates payable should be obtained from the local authority.

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