There is concrete seating at the back of Castlefield Bowl - which are perfect! Given up on the standing melee as they do pack them in at Castlefield - so usually get there early - as soon as gates open -which is about 5 - sit in the middle next to sound desk (usually most stand up when the main band are on) - there is a bar and toilets just behind - which is usually not busy as everyone standing goes to the other bars. So sit yourself down get a drink, people watch, and watch the support. Done this the last two visits to see Lathums and James. Go to the Ox Noble pub first - which is about 200 metres away from the main entrance. Alternatively get yourself a barge, moor on the canal basin next to the Bowl!