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Jilly's Rockworld (Closed 2010) - rock & heavy metal History in Manchester | Rock Bar Legends

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Jilly's Rockworld

Manchester, United Kingdom

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ABOUT

SIGNIFICANCE

Manchester's best-known rock bar from 1983-2010. Replaced Rafters in the same basement location and became an institution for rock and metal fans.

MUSIC & CHARACTER

MUSIC POLICY

GENRES

rock heavy metal alternative indie

QUICK FACTS

ADDRESS65 Oxford Street, Manchester M1

YEARS ACTIVE1983 - 2010

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