The Woodstock is a pub in Didsbury, Manchester. Rated 4.3 stars from 2188 Google reviews. Known for monday night quiz and function space. Best for quiz nights and birthday celebrations. Price range: ££.
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The Woodstock
Across 2,107 rated reviews, 82% gave four or five stars.
| Rating | 4.3★ |
| Reviews | 2,188 |
| 1-star share | 4.7% |
| Best for | Solo dining |
In Their Own Words
Review highlights surfaced by Google — shown in English, with the original beneath
“Service was quick, the food was tasty and the portions big, fab atmosphere too!”
“Grumpy staff and £8.50 for 1 pint of beer and 1/2 of cider.”
“Fantastic ambience and decor , drinks price on the high side , food ok”
Quick Verdict
The Woodstock is a Didsbury local where the quiz, the beer, and the upstairs function room work together to make a night feel like you belong.
You want a neighbourhood pub where the quiz host knows your name and the upstairs room fits your party without the pretence.
About The Woodstock
A restored building in the heart of Didsbury, The Woodstock runs a tight social calendar — Monday pub quizzes hosted by Paul, an upstairs event space that regulars keep booking for birthdays and wedding receptions, and a bar stocked with a proper range of beers on draught and cask. The menu keeps things unfussy: Sunday roasts draw the biggest crowd, the halloumi fries get their own following, and bangers and mash does exactly what it should. Staff like Maddy, Sarah, Maisie, Evie and Joshua come up by name in review after review, which in a neighbourhood pub says more than any rating. The upstairs room has hosted four consecutive events for at least one regular party, which tells you something about how the communication and organisation holds up under pressure.
The Woodstock is the neighbourhood spot done right — unhurried, unpretentious, with a wine list that gives it an edge over most of its category.
In the last 90 days, The Woodstock has drawn 53 substantial written reviews (50+ characters of genuine feedback) — recent momentum that is one of the signals behind its place on the hot list.
What Stands Out
Monday night quiz
Recent guests praised the quiz host and the private bar space provided, calling it 'the highlight of the evening' and 'a perfect balance of difficulty and fun'.
Function space
Wedding receptions and birthday parties in the upstairs room are repeatedly praised; one couple noted the service was excellent and the total price 'didn't break the bank'.
Beer selection and staff
Visitors mention 'great selection of beers on draft and cask' and staff members like Joshua and Evie are named for being friendly, welcoming, and professional.
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Contact
139 Barlow Moor Rd, Greater, Manchester M20 2DY, United Kingdom
+44 161 448 7951Visit WebsiteView MenuFrequently Asked Questions about The Woodstock
The Woodstock in Didsbury hosts a Monday night pub quiz that recent visitors called 'amazing' and 'the highlight of the evening'. The pub provides a private bar space next to the quiz location, and the host is praised for striking a 'perfect balance of difficulty and fun'.
The Woodstock in Didsbury has an upstairs room for birthday parties and wedding receptions. Recent guests noted the space was excellent for functions, the service was attentive, and the total cost was reasonable compared to other venues.
The Woodstock in Didsbury welcomes dogs. A recent visitor brought their dog to the pub and praised it as 'perfect for us as it's dog friendly and she comes everywhere with us'.
The Woodstock in Didsbury offers free parking, both in a lot and on the street, with visitors noting there is 'plenty of parking' available.
The Woodstock in Didsbury serves burgers, bangers and mash, roast chicken, salads, and pasta. The Sunday roast is particularly popular and draws regulars back regularly.
The Woodstock in Didsbury has a beer garden and an outside bar area. The outside bar sells pizzas, and visitors appreciate the garden as a place to settle in with friends.
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On the Didsbury Hot List · ranked October 2026
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