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The Banshee (Closed 1992) - goth & alternative History in Manchester | Rock Bar Legends

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The Banshee

Manchester, United Kingdom

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SIGNIFICANCE

The 'forgotten' goth nightclub with a strict 'no townies' rule. A key venue in Manchester's goth scene during the 1980s.

MUSIC & CHARACTER

MUSIC POLICY

Strict "no townies" door policy

GENRES

goth alternative post-punk

QUICK FACTS

ADDRESS31 Oldham Street, Northern Quarter, Manchester

YEARS ACTIVE1984 - 1992

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