To celebrate the Queen’s Jubilee, new Manchester hotel The Alan is inviting all Elizabeths to dine for free in its restaurant.
In celebration of Her Royal Highness’s70th year on the throne, the longest of any reigning British monarch ever, people named Elizabeth will be able to enjoy a meal on the house in The Alan’s critically-lauded, open-plan restaurant.
The gift is available for Elizabeths to claim from Thursday 2 to Sunday 5 June, and all they have to do is quote ‘Elizabeth’ on booking* and bring their ID along to the restaurant.
With a rotating, seasonal menu, you’re never quite sure what you’ll get – but based on the current menu, lucky Elizabeths can look forward to everything from Barnsley chops and sirloin steaks, to Caesar salads and small plates like salt-baked celeriac with truffle and sherry vinegar and halibut ceviche with burnt orange and chicory.
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And that’s not all. The hotel is also launching a competition on its Instagram this week where people can nominate someone they know called Elizabeth to receive a complimentary overnight stay at the hotel- PLUS dinner and drinks over the Bank Holiday weekend.
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It’s a great time to be an Elizabeth right now, that’s for sure.
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The Queen’s Jubilee Weekend kicks off next week on Thursday 2 June and will see pubs granted special permission to open later than usual, up to 1am, as the nation is encouraged to join in the celebrations.
Elsewhere in the city, a Jubilee Flower Trail will take over Manchester as part of this year’s Manchester Flower Show, whilst further afield Elizabeths are in for more freebies as the East Lancashire Railway offers them a free steam train ride in honour of the occasion.
Read more:People named Elizabeth can get a free steam train ride to celebrate the Queen’s Jubilee
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*T&CS – the gift for Elizabeths in The Alan’s restaurant is only applicable for tables of two or more people, booking must be made prior to attending, please quote Elizabeth upon booking. Elizabeths cannot dine alone for free. ID will be required to show proof of name.
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This change follows a 2024 Government consultation where it was reported that 72% of respondents supported the use of digital identities for age verification when buying alcohol.
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Manchester has been confirmed to host the G20 Summit in 2027 / Credit: 10 Downing Street | Paul Kagame (Flickr)
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