'You did something very special there'
It’s been hailed as having ‘such an important presence’ in the city centre for the last seven years, but earlier today chef Simon Wood announced he was closing his WOOD restaurant with immediate effect.
READ MORE: Touching mural of The Smiths legend at Manchester pub gets go ahead thanks to bandmate's campaign Sacha Lord, Manchester’s Night Time Economy Adviser, described the news of WOOD’s closing as a ‘huge loss for Manchester’. In a message to Simon, he posted on Instagram: “If you can’t make it, God help many others. Thank you for everything you have done behind the scenes for the sector. You and your team will be back, I have no doubt. I’m proud to call you a friend.”
Jon Drape, one of Freight Island's directors, wrote in response: “Oh Simon, I’m so sorry to read this. I know how hard you’ve tried. Sending all my strength for the present, and best wishes for the future.” Writer and Hacienda DJ Dave Haslam added: “Very sad you’ve had to do this. Sending the best of wishes.”
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