Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Darwen

"One for the vegans here, Bundobust is the perfect example of proving that you don't need meat to pack a punch. With a proper fast-food feel, despite being able to eat in at their Piccadilly location, each time those lovely little pots are plonked in front of you is just as exciting at the last. The tarka dhal is to die for, their food has a real grab-and-go feel to it and it's very reasonably priced considering the amount of flavour you get out of each dish."

"With acclaim from national reviewers, Bundobust's street food and craft beer philosophy may seem simple, but it's hella tasty. The Manchester restaurant is a must for sharing vegan food; though don't end up squabbling over the bhel puri - a mix of pastry, peas and tamarind chutney."

"A vegetarian and predominantly gluten-free restaurant, Bundobust is serving some of Manchester's best cheap eats. For just £6, you can munch on a bhaji butty, vada pav veggie burger and raghda pethis mushy pea cakes, with a wide choice of cocktails to top it off."

"Albert's Schloss is one heck of a party restaurant, overflowing with oompah bands, bier steins and all the Bohemian beauties you could possibly ask for. Whether you're heading down for their regular Sunday service or Kunst Kabaret, you're sure to have plenty of Insta-moments."

"One of the wildest restaurants in Manchester, Albert's Schloss doesn't slow down for anyone or anything. Not only can you hunker down for big meat and even bigger Bavarian beer, but also table dancing, entertainment, in-house bands and jaw-dropping antics almost every night."

"Albert Schloss is a bavarian-style bar located on Peter Street, between Deansgate and St Peter Square. It’s a very cool place to go for a drink or food in the evening. They often have live music and people are usually dancing everywhere!"

"The stunning transformation of the former restaurant at the Palace Hotel (now the Principal) by DJ duo The Unabombers as The Refuge in 2016 is heaped with praise in the guide. It says: “The duo are experts at creating venues that are simultaneously hip, stylish and unpretentious in a generously northern way. The Refuge is as much a destination for a family Sunday roast as it is a late-night cool kids’ hang-out."

"This huge bar in the city centre has a botanic-style garden that looks like it was made specifically for Instagram. Come here during the daytime and it will usually be quiet – ideal for that extra special photo. View this post on Instagram"

"There’s nothing quite like watching a spectacular sunset with your loved one sat beside you. Located in between North Pier and the Tower Festival Headland, The Beach House offers unparalleled, and instagrammable, views across the Irish Sea. If cocktails are your thing, you’re in for a treat!"

"On the opposite end of the scale to The Townsman, you have Beach House Bistro and Bar. This is the choice if you’re looking to splash out and treat yourself a bit. It’s big, it’s right in the centre of all the action on the Promenade, and it’s flashy."

"Factory's big reopening celebrations will roll for TEN DAYS, kicking off on Wednesday July 21. The site was once the home of Factory Records offices, and was turned into a multi-storey nightclub created by Tokyo Industries boss Aaron Mellor and New Order and Joy Division’s Peter Hook. It's remained one of the city's busiest party venues since it launched more than a decade ago."

"FAC251 is a club venue that’s housed inside the old Factory Records offices. Here you will be able to enjoy a variety of different genres from indie all the way to drum n bass. As well as playing from high quality sound systems Fac251 also has plenty of impressive local, national and inter­national live talents."

"FAC251, 118 Princess St, Manchester , Greater Manchester, M1 7EN - Visit now. Boasting premises that once housed Manchester’s legendary Factory Records, FAC251 @The Factory is now home to a nightclub bursting with freshers across all three floors of hits across the spectrum."

"Venue has been able to open in some capacity at various stages since the pandemic began, filling the dancefloor with tables and turning itself into a 'nightpub'. The popular club on Jackson's Row was planning a grand return on 'Freedom Day' but, due to staff self-isolating, will now remain closed until Thursday July 22. Their first event back will be a requests night, where punters pick the music, followed by the Friday indie night Live Forever."

"The Venue is an extremely popular place to head in Manchester if you want a club that’s perfect for any type of group. Throughout the week this club has three events dedicated to a variety of different music genres so keep an eye out on what’s on when you’re there. Overall this nightclub is known for being extremely chilled out with a laid back atmosphere."

"Tickets on Skiddle #SilentDisco #Manchester #90s #00s #Pop #Dance #RnB #Headphones #Pioneer #Mmu #Uos #Uom #Bimm. A post shared by Venue Manchester (@venuemanchester) on Jan 21, 2020 at 10:48am PST. The Venue Nightclub is an indie nightclub that offers a free, relaxed and easy-going atmosphere to all their customers."

"Copyright Andy Jamieson licensed under Creative Commons for commercial use. The Red Lion Hotel is a picture-perfect country pub an hour from Leeds. It’s a 16th-century former ferryman’s inn with a stone facade half-covered in climbing plants."

"Tipple opened last year, and can be found on Station Road in Ainsdale village. It is a friendly and inviting wine bar, which serves a range of fine wines, ales and lagers, spirits, cocktails, specialty coffees and more. The owners have stripped out the bar to find the original timber and ornate windows which fit in with the rustic, traditional theme they are hoping to create."

"A post shared by ARKELL LDN (@arkellldn) on Feb 14, 2015 at 3:28pm PST. Mughli Charcoal Pit is a budget-friendly, family-run Indian restaurant often voted one of the best curry houses in Manchester. As the name suggests, most of Mughli’s most famous menu items are charred to perfection in a traditional charcoal pit."

"Expect authentic Indian street food dishes alongside curry house classics at this Curry Mile restaurant. Mimicking the style of the ‘dhabba’ cafes in India, snacks, small plates and charcoal pit dishes are served to the centre of your table as and when they are ready. Don’t miss the charred lamb chops."

"30 Wilmslow Road, Rusholme, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M14 5TQ. Street-inspired comfort food is the order of the day at this popular Indian. Snacks such as pau bhaji are the warm-up act for mains like dum biryani and dhal makhni that promise intense flavours."

"23/05/2021: Recently came to have a meal and was very pleased with the welcome from the host along with helping with track and trace and being covid secure, loveliest staff members taking our orders and they were more than helpful in accommodating me with my nut allergy and double checking the food contents. Very much appreciate not being made to feel like a burden with my allergens, would highly recommend to visit and enjoy good food and surroundings. 17/05/2021: The staff were great, following COVID guidelines only down side was the outside area has not been touched during the lockdown there are cigarette bins broken off the wall and the seating is old and haggard it needs some investment"

"Lunt Meadows Nature Reserve is a place brimming in an abundance of the many wildlife that you can find in this area. A nature reserve consisted of wetlands and tillable land, this is certainly the best place to be closer to nature with the thriving population of different birds and water voles. From spot marsh harriers, barn owls, sparrowhawks and peregrine falcons, as well as, lapwings, redshank, dunlin and oystercatchers you would certainly feel amazed exploring the place and the wildlife known in the area."

"Nestling alongside the River Alt, Lunt Village is home to this peaceful haven of wildlife and tranquility. You’ll find an assortment of inhabitants at this bird-watching site; from water birds to barn owls, geese and kestrels, as you make your way around signposted paths at this wonderful wetland nature reserve. Further details here"

"A post shared by Miš Lov (@mish_lov) on Jul 16, 2018 at 8:07am PDT. Lunt Meadows is a little-explored, quiet wetland reserve perfect for kids, walkers, and twitchers. There’s even a chance to explore an active archegonial site, woodlands, and go for a stroll along the banks of the River Alt."

"Just a stones throw from the Blackpool coastline and close to the famous promenade, this cute little cafe is home to a traditional all day fried breakfast at a bargain price of £3.95. It includes two bacon, two sausage, two egg, beans, fried bread, bread and butter served with a mug of tea. Perfect antidote to that hangover."