The Clocktower turns 130 years old

- The Refuge

The Clocktower turns 130 years old
The Refuge, Oxford St, Manchester M60 7HA
Wed 11th Jun, 2025

FREE

The iconic Clocktower on Oxford Road celebrates its 130th birthday this June. The historic Grade II-listed building, designed by Alfred Waterhouse, has been an integral figure on the Manchester skyline for over a century. Now home to luxury hotel Kimpton, they’re preparing a big birthday bash to mark the occasion. There will be a free cake giveaway for the first 130 people through the door on 11 June, made in partnership with patisserie and chocolate masters Slattery’s. Guests can also explore the free archives exhibition packed with history of the building, enjoy their limited edition cocktail and dessert menu, or book on a guided tour with Jonathan Schofield.

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