The Peer Hat

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  Jonno Mccutcheon

  ·2 months ago

  “I was really looking forward to going here after moving to the NQ recently and a recommendation from a friend, scoping for a new local. Three of us arrived at 8 on a Friday and it was lovely and quiet, ordered a drink from the really friendly and welcoming team behind the bar (great selection of beers!) and settled in to admire the scruffy, playful atmosphere. As two queer men and a woman we were really excited to see amongst the scrawl on the walls there were messages about trans inclusion, women’s empowerment and the arts. The toilets were rough and have a wee bit of a mould/insect problem but that could be looked over because it felt like a proper community vibe. What really unsettled us though was when my girlfriend and I went for a vape out the front on the street. We just got outside and within seconds a tall security guard with a beard stormed out and started yelling at us that we could not smoke there, slamming his fists towards a (small and hard to notice) sign on the wall in the alcove which we were stood away from anyway because we’re polite vapers. He was incredibly aggressive, and rude, and we apologised immediately for not noticing the signs. We both (especially my female friend!) felt immediately intimidated, unwelcome and unsafe, and would have been so much better if he just said ‘sorry both were worried about crowds on the street do you mind vaping around the corner’). It was really jarring to have such aggressive and intimidating behaviour after such a fun, friendly, inclusive experience with the bar staff. I think, at 8pm on a quiet Friday, when we’d just settled in for a pint inside, it was totally unnecessary to be so condescending. It’s a shame because it was so different to the attitude/vibe of the lovely bar staff and the ‘feel’ of the bar. We’re both too scared to go there again, and I hope others don’t experience the same thing because it has everything else going for it and it’s sadly still too rare for queer people and women to feel comfortable in venues around the area. Hoping this can help provide a point of reflection because I really do want this place to succeed (even if we’re not coming back!)”

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  Leanne Carter

  ·3 months ago

  “Lovely live music venue and bar. Staff lovely and a great atmosphere. The only downside is how cramped it is but that's not The Peer Hats fault, if anything it represents how popular this place is! The live music stage is down a flight of stairs, I have mobility issues so navigating the stairs with drinks and trying to hold the banister/wall with people coming up and down both ways wasn't great but all I had to do was ask a member of staff to help me and they were more than happy to assist.”

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  Tom L

  ·4 months ago

  “This place is not fancy. It's actually a bit scruffy. There is some broken furniture. It's maybe not too tidy. We absolutely loved this place for all these things. People described it to us as avant-garde/bohemian/hippieish. I guess you could say those things. But who cares ? It doesn't need a label. The vibe is chill. Patrons are sitting, chatting & making out. Lots of original artwork adorns both the inside & outside walls. They have a nice selection of taps. Drink prices are sensible. We met the owner. We met his girlfriend (who works behind the bar). They promote this idea of an attitude free zone. Come chill, order a drink, read a book, hang with your friends, dance, converse. Everything that a bar should be. But don't tell too many people about this place. I don't want it to change.”

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  joy division

  ·5 months ago

  “like the music, received horrible and unprofessional service from basement female bartender (brown hair and glasses). refused mixed drinks, kissing her boyfriend behind the bar, becoming irate. decent place but service lets it down.”

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  Fred

  ·6 months ago

  “The Peer Hat in Manchester is a fantastic spot that perfectly captures that authentic, underground basement feel. It is a brilliant venue for intimate live shows, offering a raw and atmospheric setting that really brings you close to the performance. The dimly lit, characterful space creates a unique vibe that you just don't get in more polished mainstream venues, making it a must-visit for anyone who appreciates the city’s alternative music scene.”

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  Hudson Byatt

  ·7 months ago

  “We came in as part of a social on a Thursday quiet night, making the bar very busy for a period of time. The staff, Michelle and heather were the loveliest people throughout the entire thing and made for a great chat throughout. Best atmosphere and service I’ve seen in a while. Couldn’t recommend more”

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  Tabatha Louise Firth (DystopianDolly)

  ·8 months ago

  “The Peer Hat is a great bar to visit in manchester, its has an eclectic mix of different events and most of its patrons are lovely and interesting people so you can always have a good chat in the smoking area. The staff are great and apparently poor a great Guinness. The proces are really reasonable for Manchestwer too.”

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  Yorkshire Explorer

  ·9 months ago

  “Great place for gigs but also a quick drink - we popped in briefly for a drink. The chap behind the bar was a delight and friendly! Reasonable prices, good music and atmosphere!”

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  Jason Wilson

  ·11 months ago

  “Cracking little back street pub. Went on a Saturday before going to Aatma which is through the back door up a well lit alley and upstairs. Nice busy little pub with a friendly atmosphere. Drinks aren't over priced and the bar staff were all pleasant and friendly. Well worth calling in .”

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  Thom Clark

  ·1 year ago

  “Chilled atmosphere, nice people, polite bar staff and great beer. My friend recommended it as a chilled vibe after work with good music. Only my 3rd day in Manchester but could easily make it a "regular haunt". Heard they're a great venue for alternative music too. Sadly I wasn't staying later to experience, maybe next time.”

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