Perfect for a romantic winter date night or special celebration, dining pods are all the rage right now. Found perched atop skyscrapers and down Spinningfields side streets, these snow globes come complete with photo-ready interiors and alpine-inspired cuisine.
But that's not all, as the city's also filled with other winter pop-ups, such as huts and tipis, that'll keep you warm throughout the winter months. Not sure where to head first? Check out our guide to the winter dining pods, igloos and huts in Manchester.
This festive season, The Dome in Spinningfields transforms into a spectacular Winter Oasis, capturing the magic of a snow globe.
With its panoramic views from the rooftop and cosy ambience, it's the ideal location for private events (minimum 25 people). They have a range of menus available, from canapes to street food, complete with a variety of drinks packages too.
While it was once best-known as a gorgeous igloo restaurant in Manchester, The Lawn Club is now the place to check out a pop-up winter yurt with funky fairylights and cosy candles. Grab your loved ones and head to the fairy-lit pergola or book into the tipi for the full festive experience.
Celebrate the holidays like never before at Courts Club, which is reimagined as Winter Assembly this yuletide season. Reserve a chalet karaoke hut for your own private party, soak up the twinkling lights and enjoy festive film screenings under the stars.
Treat yourself to warming boozy hot chocolates and feast on festive street food, all set against the backdrop of beautiful Christmas trees and inviting marshmallow fire pits.
From last year onwards, their The Black Friar swapped their outdoor dining pods in Manchester igloos for a Winter Tavern. The space in their award-winning garden offers warming cocktails and hot toddies aplenty, alongside a festive menu, glittering candles, roaring fires and furs to snuggle into. Better yet? There are even cosy individual huts in the garden too.
These Christmas huts in Manchester are ideal for a karaoke party this festive season. Get ready for bombardino cocktails filled with hot rum, mulled wine and eggnog, as well as their famous shots served on a ski, followed by the chance to belt out your favourite tunes across the private ski chalet-inspired space.
