Kable (Basement Club, New Wakefield Street)
A compact, late‑night basement club on New Wakefield Street, favoured for punchy electronic nights and close‑up DJ sessions.
Kable is an intimate basement nightclub beneath Wakefield House in central Manchester, known for late-night electronic nights ranging from drum & bass and techno to garage and indie-themed events. Expect low ceilings, punchy sound, LED lighting and a compact dancefloor that favours close-up DJ sets and club nights geared to a mixed, student-friendly crowd and late-weekend party hours.
A brief summary to Kable
- 5NE, Wakefield House, 11--13 New Wakefield St, Manchester, M1 5NP, GB
- Visit website
- Duration: 2 to 5 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Monday 12 pm-2 am
- Tuesday 12 pm-2 am
- Wednesday 12 pm-2 am
- Thursday 12 pm-2 am
- Friday 12 pm-4 am
- Saturday 12 pm-4 am
- Sunday 12 pm-2 am
Local tips
- Expect a compact dancefloor and low ceilings—arrive early on busy nights to avoid queues and secure a good spot near the DJ.
- Bring ID for late-night entry checks and carry cash or card; drink prices are generally modest compared with larger clubs.
- If you’re sensitive to loud bass, consider earplugs—sound is punchy and close in the basement space.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Drink Options
- Seating Areas
- Sheltered Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Kable location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Clear Skies
Discover more about Kable
Setting and character of the space
Kable sits beneath Wakefield House on New Wakefield Street in Manchester, in a compact, low-ceilinged basement carved into the city’s nightlife fabric. The space is deliberately close and focused: narrow circulation, a single compact dancefloor and a bar that doubles as a social hub create an immersive club experience where the DJ and crowd feel physically close. Lighting is LED-focused and the interior reads as underground rather than flashy, prioritising sound and atmosphere over elaborate décor.Music policy and typical programme
The venue programmes a mixture of electronic styles, frequently hosting drum & bass, techno and garage nights alongside occasional indie or themed parties. Events are often headlined by local DJs and guest selectors, with bookings tailored to late-night clubbing and genre-focused audiences. On Fridays and Saturdays the club runs until the early morning hours, while weekday nights keep to shorter late-night schedules.What to expect when you arrive
On entry you’ll find a compact cloak and bar area and a welcoming but energetic ambience. The clientele is diverse and skewed toward students and young adults; the space encourages social dancing and group nights rather than a reserved lounge-style evening. Sound systems deliver close, punchy bass that you feel as much as hear; the low ceiling contributes to an intense, immediate sound experience. Lighting is functional and club-oriented: strobes, colour washes and focused beams rather than ornamental fixtures.Practical features and facilities
As a basement nightclub, Kable’s layout prioritises performance and dancing rather than extensive seating or dining. The bar provides standard drink options suitable for a night out; seating is limited to small clusters around the edges, and sheltered corners provide a respite from the dancefloor. Staff roles are focused on bar service and crowd management. The club’s compact size means amenities are concentrated and queues for the bar or cloakroom can form on busy nights.Vibe, crowd and local role
Kable functions as a neighbourhood late-night spot with a reputation for focused music nights rather than mainstream commercial clubbing. The atmosphere oscillates between an underground, genre-driven seriousness during specialist line-ups and a more playful student-friendly energy for mixed-theme or indie nights. The venue contributes to Manchester’s layered nightlife by offering an intimate alternative to larger arenas and superclubs: close-up DJs, niche nights and a compact, sweaty dancefloor.Safety, accessibility and seasonal notes
The basement setting means attention to stepped access and dim lighting; mobility access can be constrained compared with street-level venues. The club enforces typical late-night entry checks and door policies for safety and capacity management. Peak late-night hours fall on weekends when the venue extends opening times, so the spatial intensity increases markedly in those slots. For quieter visits, midweek events and earlier slots offer a less crowded atmosphere.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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