More than a Bookshop

Singing bowls, Buddha figures, books and incense are probably our best-sellers but we have quite a lot more than that. Tibetan prayer flags; mala beads; unpackaged greeting cards; a comprehensive range of books on Buddhism and meditation; scented soap; cotton-covered meditation cushions filled with environmentally–friendly buckwheat husks . . . you’d really need to come and look!. We do our best to source goods produced ethically and by small businesses.

Drop in and browse

The turning point in Stephens’s relationship with alcohol came when someone working for a sobriety charity told him, If alcohol is costing you more than time and money, you’re an alcoholic.

Going through recovery was an isolating experience for me, as nearly every social activity would be centred around drinking, and this would end up being too triggering. Now, after five years sober, I hope to offer a space for people to socialise, creating meaningful friendships without it being focused on alcohol.

We’ve noticed that it’s not just people with a problematic relationship with alcohol who want to skip the booze. There are lots of people who wish they could have a space to hang out with friends on a Friday night without having to get wasted. Hinterland is there for all of those people.

We want to offer an alternative to the typical noisy bar scene that’s calmer, more mindful, and emphasises quality social interactions. It’s about creating a relaxed space to foster friendships and enjoy good company without the need for alcohol.

One way the space will help you make meaningful connections is through Conscious Connection Cards. These small cards will be on tables in the bar, with thought-provoking questions such as How would your younger self feel towards you as you are now?, or What is one thing you’d be doing if you had no fear of being judged?.

Hinterland welcomes anyone who is sober, sober-curious, or just looking to socialise without alcohol and aims to provide a welcoming space for all, regardless of their reasons for skipping the booze.

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Join us for an extraordinary event, as we look to raise money for the Manchester Buddhist Centre!

From 1:00 pm, until 1:00 am on Saturday 30th September, a group of us will be embarking on a twelve-hour Meditation Marathon, and we invite you to join us, and immerse yourself in the transformative power of the mystery that is meditation. Set aside just half an hour of your time to join us at the serene Manchester Buddhist Centre where we aim to raise £1,000 to support the Centre’s vital work.