Glitzy Spinningfields bar famed for its bottomless deals shuts down

Daisy Jackson Daisy Jackson Banyan in Spinningfields has shut down

Popular cocktail bar group Banyan has suddenly closed its glitzy bar in the heart of Spinningfields.

The restaurant and bar, which is part of the Arc Inspirations group that also operates Manahatta and Box, has shut down with immediate effect.

A sign has been posted in the window of the Spinningfields site of Banyan confirming its closure.

Banyan opened in 2018 and was the second site for the brand, which has been operating out of the Corn Exchange since 2015.

Inside, the huge 7,000sq ft space was split into spaces for drinking, dining and dancing, including a large mezzanine and a huge white marble bar.

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Banyan is famed for its bottomless deals, whether that’s a classic bottomless brunch or their bottomless Sunday roast (endless Yorkshire puddings, gravy, wine, and roast potatoes).

It also offered two-for-one cocktails, all day every day.

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The bar stands on the side of Spinningfields, directly opposite The Ivy and alongside The Alchemist.

Banyan in Spinningfields has shut down
Banyan in Spinningfields has shut down
The note in the window of Banyan
The note in the window of Banyan

But now it has permanently closed its doors, thanking people for their custom over its almost-decade in Manchester.

The sign on the door says: “Banyan Spinningfields is now permanently closed.

“Thank you so much for your custom over the years, we’ve loved being part of this wonderful city and have made so many friends.

“Don’t be a stranger, we’d love to continue to welcome you to our Banyan bar in the Corn Exchange. Team Banyan.”

Banyan continues to operate at the Corn Exchange.

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Will Forrester leaves Bolton Wanderers for fellow League One side

Danny Jones Danny Jones Will Forrester has left Bolton Wanderers for Leyton Orient

Popular Bolton Wanderers defender Will Forrester has officially left the Toughsheet Stadium for another League One side.

Forrester, who joined Bolton back in 2023 from Port Vale, has made over half a century of appearances for the Wanderers.

The 24-year-old Cheshire-born centre-back came up through the Stoke City academy before making just a handful of appearances for the first team.

Having played more games for the Greater Manchester outfit than any other club in his career thus far, many fans are gutted to see him go.

Addressing the supporters on social media, Forrester wrote: “Thank you to all involved at Bolton Wanderers FC for my time at the club.

“A special club with unbelievable people that work within. Also, a massive thank you to the fans for all of the support throughout.”

His sign-off has been met with plenty of love and well-wishers, as plenty have cited his numerous injury problems – including a ‘freak fall’ which required surgery – as having unfortunately hampered his progress with the Wanderers.

One fan commented, “When fit, he was definitely a first-team starter. But had such bad luck with injuries, he missed more than he played for us.

“Best of luck to Will; it’s probably the right decision for both parties. Such a shame.”

Forrester – originally from Alsager (a town located near Stoke-on-Trent and Crewe) – has become Leyton Orient FC’s first signing of the January transfer window.

While he joins the club on a two-year deal, his transfer fee remains undisclosed.

Having said that, his wages are expected to be towards the higher end of player salaries at Brisbane Road, with the third-tier side still sitting dangerously close to the drop zone in 20th place.

Touching on his arrival via an official club statement, Forrester said: “I’m very happy to have signed here. The mindset and the goals the club want to accomplish in the coming years makes this move very exciting, and I can’t wait to get started.

“Speaking to the gaffer, he has outlined his expectations of me, and I want to help push us forward. I know the challenges of reaching the play-offs the year before and want to help the lads get back on track as quickly as possible.”

You can see his first full interview as a member of The O’s down below.

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