Islington Mill
"Technically not in Manchester, as it’s just over the border in Salford, and certainly not pretty in a conventional sense, Islington Mill represents something important in modern Greater Manchester. Once a textile mill, this five-story hub for the creative arts has been in constant motion since 2000 when it was reinvented as an independent space. It now hosts small businesses, creators, artists in residence, and a wide range of music events, including the Sounds from the Other City festival. The Mill prides itself on encouraging creativity and collaboration between all people, so visitors can come for workshops on art practices, live music, or even to stay in the on-site bed and breakfast. It’s not a polished, or even finished-looking, place but it still fizzes with the energy of people building a DIY culture of their own." - MATADOR_NETWORK
