An Inspirational place to discover handmade Craft & Design

Manchester Craft and Design Centre is home to the studios of some of the region’s most talented artists, designers and makers. Come and see our talented makers at work, be inspired by our changing exhibitions and events, or learn a new skill yourself by taking part in a workshop. You can also grab a tasty homemade bite to eat and a brew at Oak Street Cafe – all in the beautiful surroundings of our historic Victorian fishmarket built in 1873. 

Sketch for artwork to be featured in the exhibition.
EVENT : May 23, 2019 — September 7, 2019

Misshaping Peterloo
NEWS : March 25, 2019

Studio Space Opportunities
EVENT : February 7, 2019 — May 11, 2019

’40 Years and Counting’ by Meghan Graydon Darby

What’s On
Photo of the centre as a fish market
EVENT : September 12, 2018 — September 1, 2025

Curator Tours

Manchester Craft & Design Network

About The Centre

Our History

Meet our resident artists and makers

Volunteer with us

MCDC Business Supporters
Charlotte Verity Studio 1

Why we need your support

Group visits

Our Aims & Values
Arts Award logo

Arts Award

Oak St Cafe Bar

“…Oak St. Café’s a winner….an utterly moreish selection of cakes is baked fresh on site.  Crucially, the tea is loose leaf, the coffee is damn fine, and it’s a nice spot for a break, tucked away beneath the eclectic wares of the city’s artist-makers.”  Creativetourist.com For more information check out: Oak St Café Bar

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