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Afflecks

473 Reviews

#2 of 67 Shopping in Manchester

Shopping, Gift & Specialty Shops

Open Now: 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM

52 Church St.., Manchester M4 1PW, England

Open today: 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Review Highlights

“Over 35 Years and still going strong.”

Afflecks Palace in Manchester's Northern Quarter is still the place to shop for something different... read more

Reviewed 1 week ago

John Y

Salford, United Kingdom

“the best place ever”

this place is amazing, all the staff are extremely friendly and connect with conversation, the... read more

Reviewed March 2, 2019

thestoneroses10

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4.5 473 reviews

Excellent65%
Very good24%
Average7%
Poor3%
Terrible1%

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“fancy dress”(28 reviews)

“shopping experience”(16 reviews)

“independent shops”(13 reviews)

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Afflecks is an iconic shopping emporium filled with unique independent traders selling everything from Top Hats to Tattoo's. Artists, Makers, Creators and innovators sit alongside a range of businesses that include, Vintage, Vinyl, Fancy Dress...more

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Hours Today: 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM

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Suggested duration: 1-2 hours

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52 Church St.., Manchester M4 1PW, England

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John Y

Salford, United Kingdom

8083

Reviewed 1 week ago

Over 35 Years and still going strong.

Afflecks Palace in Manchester's Northern Quarter is still the place to shop for something different and often uniquely Manc. It's a Goth's paradise. If it's retro and original antique fashion your into this is the place to be. It's a treasure trove for vinyl, for...More

Date of experience: April 2019

Thank John Y

Thanks so much for the lovely review John, it truly means a lot when people take the time to share their experience of Afflecks with others. We are happy that you enjoyed your visit and look forward to welcoming you again soon. Thanks

555julieannb

Welshpool, United Kingdom

19652

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Take time to explore

Interesting place to find something a little different. This is spread over 4 floors but only 3 open today. Some 'alternative ' shops, lots of clothes, some more mainstream, tattoo/ piercing places, cafe, bead shop, steam punk and corsets. Well worth an explore. There is...More

Date of experience: April 2019

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thestoneroses10

Reviewed March 2, 2019

the best place ever

this place is amazing, all the staff are extremely friendly and connect with conversation, the products are good quality and are usually good value for money and the whole place is an amazing experience.

Date of experience: March 2019

Thank thestoneroses10

jamiestevens26

Stourbridge, United Kingdom

Reviewed February 22, 2019

Wonderful place!

The building is an alladin's cave over four floors. A bizzarrre collection of shops a and stalls showcasing clothes, tattoos, sweets, costumes, gifts, art, music and much more. All the owners are friendly and love the people. I suggest picking your times to go though...More

Date of experience: February 2019

1 Thank jamiestevens26

albeback1

Eccles, United Kingdom

858404

Reviewed January 22, 2019 via mobile

Weird and Wonderful

Affleck’s isn’t any ordinary department store. It’s home to a plethora of traders selling weird and wonderful products. Vintage clothing, gothic jewellery, nostalgia and much more. There’s at least 2 cafes to relax and enjoy your visit.

Date of experience: January 2019

2 Thank albeback1

Thanks so much for your review, it truly means a lot that people support independent businesses and take the time to share their experience of Afflecks to encourage others to visit us. Hope to see you again soon.

Soulcity19

London, United Kingdom

Reviewed January 15, 2019

Nostalgic

I came here with my teenage daughter from Australia. I emigrated 14 years ago and used to love coming to Manchester in general and Aflecks in particular. My heart melted as I walked inside and it transported me back all those years. Yes it has...More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank Soulcity19

Thank you so much for taking the time to come and visit us whilst you were in Manchester, it is lovely to know that you and your daughter enjoyed your time shopping in Afflecks and I am really happy to know that we managed to...More

SteveS1970

Coventry, United Kingdom

1307325

Reviewed December 23, 2018 via mobile

Something a bit different

We were looking around the Northern Quarter and came across this lovely building with some unique items inside made by local individuals. We never bought so did not experience any customer service issues but it is worth a look and the glass murals on the...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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prinnyabroad

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Reviewed December 20, 2018 via mobile

great clothes

first visit in years and loved it! Reminds me of Quiggins that used to be in Liverpool but friendlier and easier to navigate. Really nice shop downstairs selling going out dresses for a tenner plus a cosy vegan cafe. Some people assume its a goth/alternative...More

Date of experience: December 2018

1 Thank prinnyabroad

Thanks for your fantastic review - it truly means a lot when people take the time to show their support for independent traders and encourage people to visit us. Hope to see you again soon.

ZeZe8

Sydney, Australia

Reviewed December 11, 2018 via mobile

Unfriendly and Overpriced

Went here to try and avoid some of the bigger brands and to get a taste of Manchester. Wanted to get myself a feel good souvenir. Walked in and each little stall I went to was met by an unfriendly face, no greeting and certainly...More

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank ZeZe8

roseyposey1983

London, United Kingdom

5017

Reviewed November 29, 2018

Special measures required!

I have visited this place since the 80s. I have loved it over the years and have seen it changing - not for the better. I visited two days ago and it was so sad. Not exciting, not cutting edge, not fun, not quirky, not...More

Date of experience: November 2018

1 Thank roseyposey1983

Hi Rosey This is so disappointing to read - I am sure that you are aware that Afflecks supports independent businesses and start up's so it constantly changes but at the same time remains true to it's self, there are still businesses trading here that...More

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