Oasis and Stone Roses Sites Tour

This tour traces the 1990s Britpop explosion through Oasis and Stone Roses locations across Manchester and Salford. You'll see the Gallagher brothers' childhood homes, band rehearsal spaces, and sites featured on album covers, guided by someone with direct knowledge of the scene. Transport to the suburbs is included, letting you visit places that shaped two of Britain's biggest rock bands. Expect stories about rivalries, recording sessions, and the atmosphere that defined a decade. Best for Britpop era fans. This is a easy activity lasting 3 hours. Group size: max 20. You meet at Hard Rock Cafe Manchester. Key highlights: Gallagher brothers' family homes in Burnage and Whalley Range, Stone Roses notable album cover bridge location at Warrington, Band rehearsal spaces where early songs were written.

Price: £45

Duration: 3 hours

Difficulty: easy

Group size: max 20

Best for: Britpop era fans

Best time: April to September for dry weather and light evenings. Avoid winter months when daylight is limited.

Meeting point: Hard Rock Cafe Manchester

Languages: English

Here is how the experience unfolds:

Meeting time Gather at Hard Rock Cafe, receive band history briefing - Guide introduces key figures and context before departure.

First 45 min Visit Gallagher family homes and childhood streets in council estates - See where Liam and Noel grew up and spent formative years.

45-90 min Stop at band rehearsal spaces and local pubs where early gigs happened - Includes anecdotes about first performances and scene development.

90-150 min Tour Stone Roses sites including album cover location at Warrington - Photography opportunity at the famous stone bridge from 'Love Spreads' video.

150-180 min Final site visit and Q&A session on the coach - Guide answers questions about bands' later careers and reunion tours.

The whole experience takes 3 hours. Difficulty: easy. You meet at Hard Rock Cafe Manchester.

• Gallagher brothers' family homes in Burnage and Whalley Range
• Stone Roses notable album cover bridge location at Warrington
• Band rehearsal spaces where early songs were written
• Local pubs hosting first live performances
• Insider anecdotes from someone connected to the era
• Accessibility: Tour involves walking and coach travel. Some locations require standing outside properties; no wheelchair access to certain sites.

What is included: Guided tour with transport, Access to multiple suburban locations, Photo opportunities at key sites, Historical context and band stories.

Not included: Entrance fees to private residences, Food or drinks, Museum entries. You will need to arrange these yourself.

What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, Camera or phone for photos, Weather-appropriate clothing, Small backpack for personal items. Having these with you makes the experience smoother.

Best time to go: April to September for dry weather and light evenings. Avoid winter months when daylight is limited..

Tip: Includes transport to suburbs

Tip: Photo opportunities at key sites

Accessibility: Tour involves walking and coach travel. Some locations require standing outside properties; no wheelchair access to certain sites..

Operator: Britpop Tours

After this activity, these are within easy reach:

• Afflecks (25 min from Hard Rock Cafe walk)
• Manchester Art Gallery (15 min from meeting point walk)

This activity is run by Britpop Tours.

Cancellation policy: Check operator website for specific policy.

Accessibility: Tour involves walking and coach travel. Some locations require standing outside properties; no wheelchair access to certain sites..

Best time to go: April to September for dry weather and light evenings. Avoid winter months when daylight is limited..

Do we visit inside the Gallagher family homes?

No, these are private residences. The tour covers exterior views and the streets where the brothers grew up, with stories about their early lives. Photography from public spaces is allowed at most locations.

How far is the Stone Roses album cover location?

The famous bridge from the 'Love Spreads' video is in Warrington, approximately 20 miles from Manchester city centre. Coach transport is included in the tour price, taking about 40 minutes each way.

Are there steep hills or difficult walking?

The tour is mostly suburban streets and coach-based. Walking is flat and manageable, totalling approximately 1 mile on foot across the three hours. Most time is spent on the coach between locations.