Welcome to the home of the award-winning & internationally renowned Manchester Music Tours – created by Inspiral Carpets’ drummer – Craig Gill


Craig built up a series of music tours over the years to reflect the popularity of some of Manchester’s most celebrated music exports and celebrate the creativity that has come from our city. Tours across Greater Manchester include The Smiths, Oasis, The Stone Roses and Joy Division/New Order and they continue and evolve to honour his legacy to Manchester music.


Since 2005, music fans from all over the world have made the pilgrimage to visit dozens of locations that illustrate Greater Manchester’s rich musical heritage and significance – from Salford Lads Club to Sifters Records in Burnage!

Since Craig’s passing in 2016, his family strive to continue his legacy. The tours are now delivered by Craig’s wife, Rose Gill, who also experienced the ‘Madchester’ music scene firsthand. The tours also feature occasional special guest hosts that share their unique experiences and anecdotes of Manchester.

This is an exciting time with new walking tours, new nightlife events and new content all coming in 2020.


The Smiths Tour​

Learn more about The Smith’s origins by visiting locations across Manchester that shaped your favourite records. 

Joy Division Tour

Fans of Joy Division have the opportunity to learn more about the locations in Macclesfield where their iconic sound was crafted.

Oasis Tour

This 3 hour tour explores the humble beginnings of the Gallagher brothers including their upbringing in Burnage.

The Stone Roses Tour

Take a trip to the places that inspired The Stone Roses in Chorlton and experience their music in a new light.

Manchester Music Tour Special

Can’t decide on a specific tour? Discover the old haunts, hangouts, and gig venues across the city that all your favourite Manchester bands made their own.

Private TourS

Available to book for private parties – large groups or individuals.

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