To do this review I suppose I have to think what makes a good workspace. For me it's good lighting,…read moresuper fast internet and coffee. I am happy to say this place had two out of three but because of its central location I can overlook the coffee options. The staff here are super friendly and cont do enough for you making this this is a nice space to be productive, creative or what ever you need it for.

MadLab or Manchester's Digital Laboratory if we're being specific, is a unique business building in…read morethe heart of the Northern Quarter. It is a place for those looking for large office/open community space to get their creative juices following in a laid back but professional environment. If you need somewhere to conduct a presentation, this is the place. If you need somewhere to hold a hackathon, this is the place. Basically it's for anyone who is looking for the room and freedom to do something they can't usually do with their colleague in the office/at home/work space that they have. It's a fantastic concept and something I feel more cities are in desperate need of! Today we had a training session and were involved in a Google Hangout meeting in the upstairs room. The room itself is vast with a large conference table and chairs, projector and small table in the corner with refreshments. Yes it's simple but that is the beauty of it. It's quiet, you won't get any interruptions or distractions, you can be focused and you really feel like your head is in the games when you're there! Sadly I can't help you out with the information in regards to reserving the areas/costs at this time but I'll make sure I update my review the next time I stop by!

The International Society is part of the University of Manchester. It's a building for…read moreinternational students to meet, start groups and share interests and experiences. Also, its not closed to non-international students, and as they have a great café, its worth a visit for all. Situated across the road from the Students Union, the International Society is in some ways another version of the Union. Its similarly a place for students to meet and have a laugh. You can find out all international related things here, from learning languages to help with work, to where to go if you're new to Manchester to advice about living in a foreign city. Being British, I find the most appealing aspect of the International Society to be its great café, which is probably the best place to get lunch out of all the university cafes and eateries. Baked potatoes of alarming size and excellent piles f fresh salad for a few quid are enough to keep me going back time and again. If you're a University of Manchester student, make sure you check it out.

International Society- Manchester University's most proud society stands tall and white next to the…read moreOxford Road Natwest branch, bang opposite the Student's Union. It's a great society to start your univeristy and also join it anytime in between or even when you're out of it! They have great events, exciting meetings and most importantly it's the people you meet here that make the best of this place. It attracts all kinds of interesting people and hence is the hot spot for making new friends or even just doing something exciting with your old ones. They organise very enjoyable trips at very reasonable costs, giving you the exposure to indulge in a completely different experience with people from abundant nationalities! I remember this weekend trip to Bath which was just £75 including everything! It was an amazing one and I got to know some real amazing friends from there! The cafe there is a nice little invite to chill and unwind. Amazing experience and enthralling memories for life!

I good charity shop in the middle of town. Not the cheapest…read moreand to crowded but well presented clean and no charity shop smell. Men's suites at around £15, some very good quality ones. Men's Jackets at around £5.00

This used to be known locally as Poynton folk centre and I have in the past seen many live bands…read morehere. Now the centre concentrates on a mix between adult learning courses (something for everyone) and in the evening they run dance classes in the form of "Modern Jive" a great way to have fun, keep fit and meet new friends. It's the kind of places you could easily go to alone and feel relaxed. Quite often on a sunday the car park is a host for the ever popular car boot sales with both indoor and outdoor sites. Well worth keeping an eye on this place. Something different is always happening here.

Used to go here often as a teenager & loved the youth club kept us out of trouble lolread more

You must take a look at this if you're over 50, so much more than you expect many activities…read moreavailable on site. Beautiful park land with a lovely duck pond. Information and guidance on all areas of life. Work Options for over 50's in work -- Workwise over 50's looking for work. Bistro serves food and drink to all ages through out the week and lunch 1 - 4 on Sundays.

Another good Charity Shop, I got a few books to keep me going but there wasn't many other bargins…read moreto be had, think I must have missed them all, They had lots of really nice baby clothes and toys, and some great gent suit in, everything was excellent quality and reasonably priced. Great shop and really friendly staff though, would definately call in again to see what they had, and knowing all your money is going to a good cause is great.

This is a real old-style charity shop: tables stacked up higgledy-piggledy, randomly marked down…read moreitems, gossipy volunteers out for a chat as much as to relieve you of any spare cash in the name of a good cause. Just how I like it! The vinyl selection is particularly, um, interesting - very little rhyme or reason to it, but apply enough dedication to your search and you're almost guaranteed to come up with something fascinating for under a quid. The clothing also is set at 'old-style' charity shop prices - kit yourself out for an interview or night out for under a fiver. Who could ask for more? Not me: I've patronised the place many a time, and I'll be back again too.