2 weeks Ago
A new entertainment hub featuring the north's "largest and pinkest" roller rink has opened. Archie's Atomic opened its doors at the Trafford Palazzo on Thursday, November 7. The launch was celebrated with a party attended by celebrities, including musicians Aitch and Central Cee, Coronation Street stars Andy Whyment, Brooke Vincent, and Ellie Leach, and reality TV personalities Taylor Ward, Leah Taylor, and Claudia Fogarty.
There were live performances from rappers Krept & Konan, and DJ sets by DJ Russke, Andy Purnell, and DJ Lordz. Special guests included Andy Whyment, Elle Mulvaney, Brooke Vincent and Ellie Leach (Image: Carl Sukonik) The new venue is the result of the team behind the Archie's burger brand. It combines dining with entertainment, featuring a 5,000sq/ft roller rink, an arcade with SEGA games, a 'private gaming vault', and party spaces.
Special guest Leah Taylor alongside musical talent Krept and Konan (Image: Carl Sukonik) The venue also has resident DJs and an on-site diner serving Archie's signature dishes such as burgers, fries, and shakes. Skaters can rent Archie's Atomic skates to use on the pink rink, while arcade fans can enjoy games such as the Men in Black shooter, Storm Rider motorbike simulators, and basketball hoops. Archie’s Atomic guests can partake in a wide array of activities and games (Image: Carl Sukonik) The gaming vault can accommodate two to eight players and offers a variety of competitive games.
The on-site diner serves Archie's "crowd favourites", and there is also an ice cream parlour exclusive to this location. The parlour serves treats and shakes at a custom serving window by the rink, with options such as "The Pink Shake, The Ora-liscious, and The Moonwalker". The on-site diner offers burgers, fries, and 'signature shakes' (Image: Carl Sukonik) Archie's Atomic is designed to cater to all ages and is a destination for family outings, birthdays, date nights, and meet-ups with friends.
The team plans to host sensory-friendly sessions during quieter hours, as well as special events and themed nights. Nuno Lopes, operations director at Archie's, said: "We’re beyond excited to finally open our doors at Archie’s Atomic and welcome everyone in. "Our team has put so much passion into creating this unique space, and it’s amazing to see it come to life for our guests.
"We’ve designed Archie’s Atomic to be a one-of-a-kind experience for all ages, and seeing our vision become reality is a dream. "We hope Manchester loves it as much as we do." This venue aims to combine 'top-tier dining with immersive entertainment' (Image: Carl Sukonik) The venue offers a variety of party packages combining skating and food.
Archie’s Atomic is open daily from 10am to 10pm, with the milkshake bar open from 10am and the kitchen from 11am. Archie’s Atomic is located in Trafford Palazzo, next to Nerf Action Xperience and adjacent to SEA LIFE Manchester..
