If you ever went to The Hacienda during the years of 1990 to 1994, you probably went on after leaving the Hac to party 'til dawn at the legendary Epping Walk after party in Hulme.
An infamous illegal party in two 'converted' flats (on Epping Walk, hence the name), it boasted a better sound system(built by the Maestro Kevin Lowe) than many of the legal clubs in Manchester at that time. Resident DJs Billy Caldwell, Paul 'Nipper' Heal, DJ Mully and their many guests, would spin an eclectic mix of Chicago House, Techno , Balearic Beats and off beat classics to a packed house from 2am 'til 10am every Friday and Saturday morning.
"We'd look out from the booth sometimes, and just pinch ourselves " says Billy, "We'd see Happy Mondays, New Order, The Roses, Inspiral Carpets and Tony Wilson to name a few... all partying their faces off, alongside some of Moss Side and Manchester's most colourful characters. Nobody cared, the vibe was incredible... I know this sounds cheesy but it really was 'all about the music and the party'... crazy days... amazing times!"Last year The Epping Walk Crew decided to throw a re union party at The Saluation in Hulme and it was an incredible success with 'Heads' coming from far and wide to dance the night away to a selection of Club Classics spanning the last 20 years and this year we are doing all over again. Keep your eyes open for the invite and we hope to 'see you all on the dancefloor' on Dec 27th 2011. Big Love from The Epping Walk Crew. X

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