Manchester Airport has opened a new premium lounge, The Executive by Escape Lounge, in Terminal 2 ahead of the summer holidays. The lounge, which features floor-to-ceiling runway views and all-day hot buffet and drinks, is designed for passengers seeking a more refined start to their journey. It combines chef-led dining, premium drinks, and Manchester-inspired spaces.
UK's First Airport Lounge Carvery
At the heart of the experience is what is believed to be the UK's first airport lounge carvery, alongside live cooking, made-to-order dishes, barista coffee, premium drinks, and a collection of dining spaces. Prices start from £57.99 per person for the Buffet experience, while Seated Dining is priced from £82.99 per person and will open for booking later this year, initially available exclusively to eligible airline guests. Pre-booking starts from £57.99, but the walk-in price is £69.99.
Dining and Local Suppliers
Guests can enjoy freshly baked pastries, bakery favourites, and grazing options at Leaf & Loaf; lighter dishes and deli-style options at The Humm; and chef-led hot dishes and live cooking at The Loom, where the new carvery experience takes centre stage. The Boll offers restaurant-style seated dining with table service and a chef-led menu. The food offer is supported by local suppliers including Chorlton Cheesemongers, Ground Effect Coffee Roasters, Spirit of Manchester Distillery, JW Lees Brewery, Martins Bakery, and Grandpa Greene's ice cream.
Manchester-Inspired Design and Amenities
Manchester is woven throughout the lounge, with works from local artists, design details inspired by the city's industrial heritage, textile history, innovation, and cultural pioneers. Bee-inspired details, textile references, and artwork installations are featured. Amenities include unlimited fast private WiFi, charging ports, power outlets, and bathrooms within the lounge. Before heading to their gate, guests can visit The Executive's bespoke 'One Last Treat' gumball machine, where tokens reveal locally inspired sweets, surprise rewards, and complimentary future experiences.
Quotes from Management
Sarah Marshall, General Manager at The Executive by Escape Lounges, said: 'We wanted to create something genuinely different. The Executive has been designed to feel special from the moment guests arrive, with hospitality, food and thoughtful details at the centre of the experience.' Chris Woodroofe, Managing Director at Manchester Airport, added: 'Our £1.5bn investment in Terminal 2 has transformed the experience for millions of passengers and The Executive is another exciting addition to that offer. Passengers increasingly want choice when they travel, and this new lounge provides something genuinely different.'
Access and Booking
Passengers can access the lounge two and a half hours before scheduled flight departure, allowing two hours in the lounge. It is family friendly, and children under three enter for free. The Executive by Escape Lounges is now open in Manchester Airport Terminal 2 and can be booked online via Escape Lounges. It is open to all passengers travelling through Terminal 2.
