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Wild Alderman, Didsbury

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Opens at 10:00am
Operator: Manning Brothers Ltd
846 Wilmslow Road, Didsbury, M20 2RN (View on Google Map)
07983 735018
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In comparison to its neighbours, the building appears small, yet inside it tells a different story. The stylish interior is divided into three distinct areas - a compact 'snug' to the left; a far larger lounge drinking area, 'hearth' is to the right; finally to the rear is 'sun', this is, in effect, a large, well-lit dining area. It is hoped that each of the areas reflect their individual character, but there are also other, smaller, cosy nooks spread about to enjoy. A variety of handpumped ales adorn the bar along with ten taps in addition. The food menu consists of small plates, sandwiches, burgers, large plates, desserts and kids’ meals. Sunday roasts from noon. This place began life as a former restaurant on Didsbury Green, converted to pub-use in late 2008. Various incarnations and owners ensued over the years. It occupies a Grade ll listed building and is one of the area's great character buildings being amongst the oldest in the original centre of Didsbury.

Why the 'Wild Alderman' you may ask? This is a nod to history and a reference to the nearby gardens named after Alderman Fletcher Moss.

Historic Interest

Reopened 25/7/2025 as the Wild Alderman. Converted c.24/12/2019 to Jajoo Indian street food restaurant. Re-opened late 2011 as Dimitri's, at that time cask Dunham Massey Big Tree Bitter was dropped. Before that was the Fat Loaf, this closed 25/6/2011. Opened 26/9/2008 as Didsbury Village Restaurant. Planning Application 085843/FO/2008/S2 | Refurbishment work involving removal of mock shutters, door replacement, gable / chimney enlargement, re-painting , part re-roofing, removal of kitchen, internal stair and walls, creation of disabled w.c. and glazing over hole in floor to cellar. Granted 2/7/2008.

Information for this venue is provided by the Stockport & South Manchester Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Dimitri's; Fat Loaf
Local Authority
Manchester District (B)
Last updated
29/07/2025
Last surveyed
29/07/2025
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
unknown
Pub ID
MAS/4193
Asset of Community Value
Monday
10:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday
10:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday
10:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday
10:00am - Midnight
Friday
10:00am - Midnight
Saturday
10:00am - Midnight
Sunday
10:00am - 10:00pm
Monday
Noon - 10:00pm
Tuesday
Noon - 10:00pm
Wednesday
Noon - 10:00pm
Thursday
Noon - 10:00pm
Friday
Noon - 10:00pm
Saturday
Noon - 10:00pm
Sunday
Noon - 10:00pm

Current beers

This Pub serves 2 changing beers and 2 regular beers.

Regular and recently seen
Beartown - Lit
Beartown - Lit Premium Blond Ale • 4.5%
Beartown - Lit
Beartown - Lit

Premium Blond Ale

Dispense: Handpump
ABV: 4.5%
Vegan: No
Gluten Free: No
This beer is served regularly.
Beartown - Skinful
Beartown - Skinful Session Bitter • 4.2% Spotted twice
Beartown - Skinful
Beartown - Skinful

Session Bitter

Dispense: Handpump
ABV: 4.2%
Vegan: No
Gluten Free: No
This beer is served regularly.
Spotted twice
Changing

various, often Beartown

Changing beers typically include: Beartown (varies)

Source: Regional

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Facilities
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals Evening Meals
Live Music Live Music
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Garden Garden
outside seating area at the front
Family Friendly Family Friendly
accompanied children till 8.30pm
Disabled Access Disabled Access
wheelchair accessible toilet with baby-changing facilities
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Events Events
quiz last Thu of month
Smoking Smoking
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
Cask Ale Cask Ale
Transport
Close to bus routes
23, 42, 42A-C, 142, 171
Close to metro (750m)
Didsbury Village
Nearby Station (650m)
East Didsbury
Directions
by Fletcher Moss Gdns

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