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Ancoats stories

Celebrating independent business, community and lifestyle from around Ancoats.

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A fresh, new fast food concept.

Inspired by the vibrant Australian healthy fast food scene, Jamie Tones has brought the suburban beach vibes back with him to Manchester.

His fresh and colourful plant-based bowls taste delicious and were made in Instagram heaven. His smoothies aren’t half bad either. All delivered to your door within the hour, Bondi Bowls is the new healthy option you need to know about.

This year, do your Christmas shopping in Ancoats.

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Introducing Mr Soap

Charlie Bolton aka Mr Soap has been making his own unique soaps since he was 16 and he's just fulfilled a single order of 900 bars for Christian Aid. His spectacular designs are available to buy from our store now.

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Startup stories with Marv Vaghetti, founder of Lanx shoes which make the gorgeous Ancoats and Sankey sneakers.

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Introducing Le Social

Le Social is an online wine shop with a personal service. Specialising in organic and natural wine.

Life on the canal

Ever wondered what it's like living on a canal boat in New Islington Marina? Look no further.

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Ancoats locals Scandivans transform ordinary working vans into luxury bespoke campers that give you the freedom to travel in style. Think double beds, DJ decks and showers.

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Introducing Blackjack

Local microbrewery Blackjack beers offers an excellent selection of traditional ales and lagers and runs some of the best bars around.

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The Ancoats makers' store

Ancoats stories is proud to showcase the rich creative community on our doorstep and support the talented makers who live and work here by opening our very own Ancoats makers' online store.

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10 minute Pilates for home workers

Liz Wright has put together this simple Pilates session to help those working from home, for mind and body.

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Introducing Bad Toys

Josh Felton creates brilliantly gruesome felt toys. You could say they're the perfect Halloween gift. Buy them now from the Ancoats stories store.

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If you walk along the Ashton Canal you may see some of the tiny and adorable signage that Eleanor Sofia Walker has erected next to plants and wildflowers. We spoke to her about why it matters.

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Alex Markham decided to follow his passion and create a range of fresh and convenient noodle pots which have won prestigious awards and are now sold all over the country.

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Jenna Bainbridge is a fashion graduate that fell out of love with the industry. After spending almost six years travelling she’s back in Manchester and running her own upholstery business. Because why not?

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Creative studio.

Give your business a competitive edge and maximise your potential through brilliant creative - without breaking the bank.

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Logo design and stationery
Web design and eNewsletters
Product and lifestyle photography
Video content and tutorials
Illustration
Content generation