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- Manchester Venue | Live Music in Whitworth Street West, M1
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About Gorilla - Manchester
Gorilla in Manchester is a distinctive underground-arched live music venue at 54-56 Whitworth Street West. With a capacity of around 550 (primarily standing on the main floor) and a mezzanine that offers a small elevated seating area with 12 ambulant seats, this venue blends music, dining, and drink in one vibrant space. It’s known for hosting eclectic live acts, from indie and rock to intimate charity showcases, and has a history of resilience, continuing to operate after a brief closure in 2023. Whether you’re catching a headline act or a intimate gig, secure your seats through our easy, no-fuss process and enjoy a night out in central Manchester.
Below you’ll find seating details, parking and transport guidance, plus recommended nearby hotels and restaurants to help you plan a smooth visit to Gorilla.
Venue details
Gorilla features a main floor geared toward standing audiences, with a mezzanine that includes 12 ambulant seats accessed by a small flight of stairs. There is a full bar, grill, and gin parlor on-site, creating a complete night-out experience beyond the stage. The venue has hosted notable acts such as The 1975 during charity events and remains a staple on Manchester’s live music calendar.
How to get there
Gorilla is conveniently located near Manchester Oxford Road railway station and benefits from multiple local bus routes in the Oxford Road area. The closest on-site parking is not available, but disabled bays can be found on Great Marlborough Street. The nearest car park is Q-PARK, at 7 Rosenthal Street, M15 4RA.
Nearby hotel and dining options
For convenient overnight stays, Kimpton Clocktower Hotel sits adjacent to the Gorilla area, offering a stylish base just steps away. To complement your night, explore nearby restaurants and pubs recommended by our partners for easy dining before or after your show.
Plan your visit with ease
Use the sections above to locate the best seating options, parking guidance, transit tips, and trusted partner recommendations for hotels and meals. If a show is listed as Date to be announced or RESCHEDULED from dates, we’ll clearly indicate it so you can book with confidence.
Good to know
Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: Gorilla, 54-56 Whitworth Street West, Manchester M1 5WW.
- Capacity: about 550 (standing); mezzanine seating exists with a small elevated seating area.
- Venue type: underground-arched live music venue with bar, grill and gin parlour; operates as a music venue and restaurant.
- Seating chart: main floor is primarily standing; mezzanine seating includes 12 ambulant seats (accessible via a small flight of stairs).
- Parking: no on-site parking; nearest disabled bays on Great Marlborough Street; closest car park is Q-PARK, 7 Rosenthal Street, M15 4RA.
- Transit: near Manchester Oxford Road railway station; well-served by local buses (Oxford Road area).
- Nearby hotels: Kimpton Clocktower Hotel (Oxford Street / Whitworth Street junction) located adjacent to the Gorilla area.
- Notable events hosted: The venue has hosted acts like The 1975 (charity show in 2023); it briefly closed in April 2023 due to bailiff actions but reopened later that year.
- Renamed/demolished: Gorilla has not been demolished or renamed; it was briefly closed in 2023 but continues to operate as Gorilla.