The best cafés to work from in Manchester

“A row of small circular tables and bench seating looking out at the Midland Hotel over the road, all serviced by shiny new plugs (USB and standard three-pin - a freelancer’s dream). ... It’s worth noting that Haunt can get a bit busy around lunch”

“There's a satisfying minimalism to the city centre branch, good for not getting too sidetracked. Plenty of plugs and an upper floor balcony that provides welcome refuge.”

“Common is one of the best workspaces in the Northern Quarter, with lightning-fast WiFi, plenty of plug sockets and a ton of other freelancers all doing the same thing”

“Seesaw just off Princess Street is perfect for studying.”

“A great relaxed option! There are also plenty of plug points and food is served all day if you get peckish.”

“There are plenty of 2-person tables that are perfect for you and your laptop with plug sockets”

“I like to perch on the high table and stool right at the front so I can watch the world go by as I’m working.”

“this is the perfect spot for group work”

“It’s small but has a great location, with lots of character and plug sockets to match. I’ve also personally found this café to be the quietest of all the BSC branches in Manchester City Centre.”

“we’d recommend the Albert Square branch, a collaborative space with Bruntwood, for getting down to a day’s work. ... there’s plenty of seating, be it stools or tables, and most of it is plug supported.”