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Mother of Invention, Manchester

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73-75 Oldham St, Manchester, City Centre, Manchester, M4 1LW (View on Google Map)
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Previous Names
Freemount; Northern; Kings
Local Authority
Manchester District (B)
Last updated
13/08/2025
Last surveyed
13/08/2025
Leasehold owner
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Freehold owner
unknown
Pub ID
MAN/9768
Asset of Community Value
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Close to bus routes
Close to metro (350m)
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Nearby Station (650m)
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