Restaurants across Manchester are deciding to close as temperatures soar on the hottest day of the year. The likes of the Edinburgh Castle in Ancoats and Siop Shop in the Northern Quarter have decided it’s best to stay at home as the mercury heads towards 40 degrees.
Owners of the Edinburgh Castle said: “Due to high temperatures overnight, we’re having to close today. Unfortunately, we don’t have the right air con or facilities to keep our guests cool and staff staff in the unprecedented heat. We look forward to welcoming everyone back as soon as possible.”
The pub is instead directing customers towards its sister bar Cottonopolis, ‘where there's great air con and lots of cold cocktail offerings. Cafe and restaurant Siop Shop on Tib Street in the Northern Quarter is also closed today.
