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Pub quiz nights in Manchester: where to play

Manchester has a proper pub quiz culture, especially in the Northern Quarter and the more established neighbourhood pubs around the city.

The Pen & Pencil

Northern Quarter
Venue page
When
Tuesdays, 7:30pm
Quick info
£1 entry; four rounds; bottle of wine for the winners

Pencils Down is one of the easiest pub quizzes to recommend in the city: cheap, regular and a little lively without being chaotic.

The Abel Heywood

Northern Quarter
Venue page
When
Wednesdays, 7pm
Quick info
Free entry; £50 bar tab; good all-round pub setup

A dependable midweek option if you want an easy city-centre stop with a regular crowd.

The Blues Kitchen

Spinningfields
Venue page
When
Tuesdays, 7pm
Quick info
£3 entry; up to five per team; bigger, louder setup

This is better if you want a more event-like quiz with food, drinks and a bigger room rather than a low-key local-night vibe.

Electrik

Chorlton
Venue page
When
Tuesdays, 7:30pm
Quick info
Free; pop-culture and bingo hybrid; booking recommended

Quingo is less like a standard pub quiz and more like a social game night, which makes it a great option if you want something lighter.

The Railway

West Didsbury
Venue page
When
Tuesdays, 8:30pm
Quick info
Small local pub; cosy room; check the bar for fee and prize details

This is a good neighbourhood choice if you want something less central and more community-built.

The Red Lion

Withington
Venue page
When
Wednesdays, 8:30pm
Quick info
Free entry; local favourite; good if you want a South Manchester night

A straightforward local quiz with a loyal regular crowd, and a good option if you are heading south of the centre.

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