Manchester's secret Christmas bar is back after three years, with £20 tickets

It's been away since 2023, and now Miracle on Cross Street is coming back for a five-week run this Christmas, the Manchester Evening News reports.

The underground festive bar takes over the space beneath Salt Dog Slims, with fairy lights, trees, seasonal drinks and plenty of nostalgic Christmas touches. The team promises a more refined take this year, while keeping the escapism and fun.

What your ticket gets you - £20 a head, including a festive drink when you arrive - A festive goody bag to take away - Free mince pies and Quality Street while you're there - A scratch card to use upstairs at Salt Dog Slims, with prizes like free shots and hot dogs, and a chance at £500 cash

Last time round the menu ran to candy cane cocktails, mulled wine, boozy hot chocolates and a Gingerbread Old Fashioned. You'll also get a sneak peek at MDNT, the late-night bar that normally lives under Salt Dog Slims, before it returns in the new year.

It's a good shout for a work do, a date night or a festive catch-up with friends, and demand is expected to be high, so book early.

When: seven days a week, Thursday 19 November to Wednesday 23 December. Where: under Salt Dog Slims, 17 Bow Lane, Manchester, M2 4FW. Book: through the Miracle on Cross Street website.