Blackfriars, Manchester

The Local Blackfriars development is a gated community comprising 380 apartments, townhouses and penthouses across two striking towers. Architecturally blended into a Grade II-listed former public house these are– the Blackfriars; re-purposed as a gateway entrance this has been.

Amenities and aesthetics are, of course, important, but it’s the day-to-day living experience that truly makes any development – and Local Blackfriars’ is exemplary. Local Blackfriars’ public piazza leads to a private internal garden, south-facing and flooded with sunlight. Alongside the terraces, BBQ areas and WiFi-enabled breakout spaces, this contemplative garden is designed to foster a strong sense of community. The contemporary bistro café – open to both residents and public during normal business hours – further adds to the vibrant communal feel of the space. Local Blackfriars is far more than a place to lay your head at night – it’s a self- contained neighbourhood in its own right.