Here we am again two years on, following my previous visit.
It seems that you are not long for this world – destined for an ultra elevated multi-storey heaven.
An eyesore Northern Quarter car park is to be demolished to make way for a new development. Four new public squares will be built, the council has announced.
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Glenbrook’s proposal for the 1.5-acre site, designed by Tim Groom Architects, will feature 20% affordable provision, in line with the city council’s aspirations.
The new neighbourhood will also feature four public squares and green spaces, a flexible community and gallery space, and commercial units for local independent businesses and food and beverage outlets.
“The Church St site represents a unique opportunity in the heart of the Northern Quarter, a neighbourhood and community that is alive with energy and creativity, and Glenbrook is delighted to play an important role in its future growth,” said Ian Sherry, director at Glenbrook.
In this bang up to the minute computer generated image, it seems that the art work Big Boys Toy will be preserved.
Taken down from its top spot above the Tib Street stairs and service tower.
The remainder, one assumes, descends to the ultra modern land of land fill.
Here’s one that someone made earlier.
Ta-ra my aromatic and neglected old pal.
Other Manchester car parks are available.
Modern Mooch 
Your pictures make me think of a recent visit to a hospital, with a similar (cleaner) car park. I looked into public transport: it was going to take three times as long, and I was already in discomfort. But a Manchester city centre car park will usually be used by shoppers, workers, and other visitors… how do we make public transport so attractive that people want to leave the car at home? For example, an additional passenger in a car travels almost free; on the train, it is a per person cost. For couples and families, there are few attractive offers. All the best Andrew
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In Manchester we have an almost integrated system of busses, trains and trams, individual journeys cost £2 and weekly passes are affordable. I have gotten by all my life without a motor car, even moving kids and stuff when younger, I now have free public transport as an OAP. Other areas are not so blessed, transport subsidies being reduced over time, whereas London has massive subsidies and investment. It’s a patchy map and provision of public transport needs to be much better.
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You’ve got that rare gift, mate — turning concrete and decay into poetry. There’s nostalgia in your words, but also a wink, like you’re saying goodbye to an old mate who’s seen better days but still holds a story in every crack. The way you frame the city — not as ruins, but as character — makes Manchester feel gloriously alive, even in its decline. Brilliant read.
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Ta very much – too kind, I do me best.
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Appreciate it! Glad the vibe came through — Manchester was pure inspiration
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