The Mystery of Banksy – Manchester
📍 Manchester, North West
Depot Mayfield hosts around 200 recreated Banksy pieces across graffiti, photographs, sculptures and video installations. Wheelchair accessible with pram-friendly spaces and on-site food. Allow 60–90 minutes.
Anyone vaguley interested in street art or Banksy will love this... I saw The Mystery of Banksy in Germany and was blown away by by the experience. The recreations are unbelievable and I was happy to learn that a dedicated group of street artists from across Europe are involved in the production of the exhibition in line with Bansky's company's guidance. It was wonderful to see some of his most famous pieces in physical, life-size form, which have otherwise been removed from public display and can't be seen. Learned so much that i didn't already know about Banksy and couldn't believe the scale of his work.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with teens or older children who have a genuine interest in street art and social commentary. Younger children will engage with the visuals, and the 60–90 minute format suits shorter attention spans. Families already well-versed in Banksy's output may find less new ground — strongest for those coming to his work fresh.
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Dan Flynn
a month ago
“Anyone vaguley interested in street art or Banksy will love this... I saw The Mystery of Banksy in Germany and was blown away by by the experience. The recreations are unbelievable and I was happy to learn that a dedicated group of street artists from across Europe are involved in the production of the exhibition in line with Bansky's company's guidance. It was wonderful to see some of his most famous pieces in physical, life-size form, which have otherwise been removed from public display and can't be seen. Learned so much that i didn't already know about Banksy and couldn't believe the scale of his work.”
John Carrigan
a month ago
“Fantastic exhibition, love Banksy's workshop. I saw this in Manheim and was so impressed by the quality of the art and attention to detail. I would recommend this to anyone, even if art is not particularly your main thing.”
Ellie White
a month ago
“Saw this exhibition in Germany and it exceeded all expectations! Such a huge collection of works to enjoy, it was a really fun and interactive experience, and I came out understanding Banksy's work much better.”
Zoe Hampshire
a month ago
“Amazing exhibition, huge deal for Manchester and the ongoing culture scene, thoroughly enjoyed!”
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Overview
Set across multiple rooms at Depot Mayfield, this exhibition presents approximately 200 recreated Banksy works covering graffiti murals, photographs, sculptures and video installations. A dedicated team of European street artists produced the recreations. The latter rooms are more tightly curated. On-site food, drink and merchandise available.
